As Australians headed to the polls in a tightly contested election, many tucked into a meaty treat in what has become an unusual tradition. As Australians headed to the polls in a tightly contested election, many tucked into a meaty treat in what has become an unusual tradition. #DemocracySausage: Why Australians were tweeting about meat on election day“Democracy sausages” – hot dogs served at polling stations – have become such an institution that the official hashtag for this year’s election featured a slice of white bread topped with a sausage and tomato sauce. Stopped by Mosman High for a coffee and a #democracysausage and met with some voters and future voters along the way. First up, here’s an animation of the activity as we added stalls throughout today #democracysausage pic.twitter.com/5Q2ayKzei6 — Democracy Sausage (@DemSausage) May 18, 2019Press Association

Source: Irish Independent May 18, 2019 13:16 UTC