Oamaru could learn from the Sydney Opera House to solve its seagull problem in the CBD

The ozzie icon's employed dog training companies to shoo the birds away for more than four years.

Previous failed attempts, include spikes, a laser 'cannon', and noise-making devices.

Waitaki Mayor Gary Kircher says patrol dogs could be worth looking into.

He says they want to get rid of the seagulls as easy and safely as they can.