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Weathered hands guide a razor-sharp blade through thick, creamy Merino wool in a classic Victorian woolshed shearing scene. The seasoned shearer, dressed in a navy work shirt and wearing well-worn boots, maintains precise control as he skillfully removes the fleece in one continuous motion. Surrounding him, the rustic interior speaks to generations of pastoral tradition, with soft natural light filtering across the textured wool and rough-hewn timber floors. A blue numbering tag marks the sheep, highlighting the systematic approach to wool production that has long been central to Australian agricultural success. The shearer's focused expression and calloused hands tell a story of skill, experience, and deep connection to the land - a narrative etched into every careful movement of the blade. This intimate moment captures the artisan craft of wool harvesting, a cornerstone of rural Australian economic and cultural heritage.