This cheeky kooka was hoping to nab some snacks at the outdoor dining area of a restaurant, but the staff here are clearly familiar with this game and routinely shoo them away.

Earlier, one was perched on a fence looking away from the seated area and received a tap on the back before begrudgingly hopping away. They're clearly a little too comfortable.

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Warburton, Victoria, Australia