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Rural irrigation expertise unfolds on a sun-baked South Australian paddock, where an experienced agricultural worker carefully connects water infrastructure among dry, cracked earth. A herd of robust Angus cattle stands attentively in the background, their dark silhouettes creating a stark contrast against the golden grassland. The worker, dressed in practical khaki and denim workwear, manipulates a yellow and red Plasson pipe fitting with practiced precision, ensuring water delivery to this arid landscape of the Murray and Mallee region. Black irrigation pipes snake across the ground, highlighting the critical role of water management in sustaining livestock and agricultural productivity. The scene captures the meticulous skill required in rural infrastructure maintenance, with dusty ground and weathered fence lines telling a story of persistent farming resilience. Harsh sunlight emphasizes the textural details of soil, equipment, and the muscular forms of the waiting cattle, embodying the challenging yet strategic nature of Australian agricultural operations.