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Meet the canine 'seagull patrol' specialists protecting Australia's restaurants

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A unique initiative which trains dogs to protect al-fresco diners from hungry seagulls is taking off. Active in multiple locations across the country, the furry Seagull Patrol is preparing to expand. Tasked with deterring swooping birds at the new Sydney Fish Markets, it is set to open next month. This story was produced in collaboration with SBS Chinese.
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