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Weathered hands and a seasoned shearer work methodically in a classic corrugated iron woolshed, surrounded by fluffy Merino sheep and working dogs. A robust sheep farmer in a green singlet and blue work pants stands amid the wool-laden pens, carefully managing his flock during shearing season. A lean tan cattle dog perches alertly on the wooden pen divider, while another dark-colored dog watches from a raised platform in the background, both integral to the livestock management process. The woolshed's interior reveals generations of agricultural heritage - rough timber gates, metal sheeting, and the unmistakable textures of rural Australian farming life. Soft grey-white fleeces cluster together, waiting to be shorn, highlighting the dense, high-quality wool that Merino sheep are renowned for producing. The scene captures the essence of pastoral Victoria - a moment of quiet concentration, skill, and the timeless connection between farmer, animals, and the land.