Saatchi’s Sydney, Leo Burnett Sydney lead Aussie pack at shortlist stage of Direct Lions

16 Aussie entries have made the cut at the shortlist stage of the Direct Lions, with Saatchi & Saatchi Sydney and Leo Burnett Sydney leading the way, with four entries apiece, followed by Droga5 Sydney with two.

Agencies scoring one shortlist are: George Patterson Y&R, Melbourne; BMF Sydney/Holler Sydney; Lowe Sydney; Clemenger BBDO Sydney; Three Drunk Monkeys Sydney; and DDB Sydney.

In contrast, New Zealand scored eight finalists. In all, 164 entries made the cut, with metal to be awarded Monday night at the Direct Lions ceremony.

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