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Australian cattle mustering unfolds across a sweeping New England grassland, where two stockmen on horseback guide a substantial herd of Hereford cattle beneath an expansive, soft grey sky. Dressed in a vivid blue shirt and wide-brimmed akubra, one rider sits atop a dark horse, while his companion in a pale pink shirt rides a chestnut mount, both expertly navigating the undulating pasture. Two sharp-eyed working dogs flank the riders, their black and white coats a stark contrast against the muted green and golden grasses, ready to assist in herding the compact, muscular cattle that stretch across the distant paddock. Scattered eucalyptus trees punctuate the horizon, providing sparse shade and a quintessential Australian rural landscape backdrop. The scene captures the timeless rhythm of pastoral life - a carefully choreographed dance of human, animal, and landscape that speaks to generations of agricultural skill and connection to the land. The watermarked image, credited to Al Mabin, represents the enduring spirit of Australian cattle farming, where tradition and modern practice merge seamlessly under big, open skies.