Australians are now able to view CCTV footage in UK stores and receive rewards for spotting thieves after a controversial website expanded down under.

Cornwall-based Internet Eyes offers rewards of up to £250 a month to people who detect shoplifting and other crimes on a network of security cameras.

Its expansion into Australia means users some 12,000 miles away will be able to access footage from 200 cameras over the internet and pocket cash for identifying suspects.

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