<p>Once again, the annual launch of Meat and Livestock Australia summer advertising campaign urged the country to overcome political and ideological differences with a lamb chop over the barbecue on Australia Day.</p><p>Released ahead of Australia Day, on Thursday, January 11, the ad riffs off of West Side Story,</a> with snappings dancers representing right and left wing political commentators duelling it out in what appears to be a typical Australian cul de sac. Ultimately, a resident brought out the lamb, and those sparring were able to shake hands over lunch.</p><p>The piece drew a mixed reaction</a>, just as last year the 2017 campaign launch</a> similarly touched on sensitive topics such as immigration and multiculturalism. Credit: Meat & Livestock Australia via Storyful</p><br />
