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Sunlight filters through the slatted windows of a weathered corrugated iron woolshed, casting long shadows across the worn wooden floor. A skilled shearer in a red singlet bends intently over a Merino sheep, his hands moving with practiced precision as wool falls away in soft clusters. A seasoned overseer in a blue vest and cap observes the work, his stance reflective of decades of agricultural experience in South Australia's rugged Mallee region. A loyal kelpie dog sits attentively in the foreground, a quintessential companion of the shearing team, ready to assist or await instruction. The scene captures the rhythm of winter woolshed work - a dance of human skill, animal management, and generations of farming tradition. Harsh metal walls contrast with the soft fleece and the quiet concentration of the workers, telling a story of Australian pastoral life that has remained largely unchanged for generations.