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A flock of pristine Aussie White ewes cluster around a substantial round hay bale in the radiant summer landscape of New South Wales' Riverina region. The woolly sheep, their coats a uniform creamy white, press closely against a metal feeder, their collective hunger drawing them into a tight, textured mass against the dry native pasture. Dappled shade from native trees provides relief from the intense Australian summer heat, casting a mottled green and brown backdrop to the pastoral scene. Scattered sheep rest on the ground while others actively feed, creating a dynamic composition that speaks to the rhythms of rural agricultural life. The rich brown hay bale stands as a centerpiece, a critical nutritional resource in the often-challenging dry season, surrounded by the soft earth and sparse ground vegetation typical of this agricultural landscape. This image captures the essence of Australian sheep farming - resilient, purposeful, and deeply connected to the nuanced rhythms of the land.