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Merino lambs huddle tightly in a weathered stone shelter, seeking refuge from the harsh Mallee landscape of Victoria. The rustic corrugated iron roof, mottled with rust and sun-bleaching, offers protection against the unforgiving Australian outback environment. Rocky ground surrounds the stone-walled structure, with sparse trees and dry earth painting a quintessential rural scene of pastoral resilience. These Poll Dorset or Merino sheep, with their dense woolly coats, cluster together in the compact shelter, demonstrating the intimate relationship between Australian farmers and their livestock. The warm ochre and beige tones of the landscape contrast beautifully with the soft cream and pale grey of the sheep's fleece, capturing the subtle color palette of the arid agricultural regions. This image encapsulates the enduring spirit of rural Australian farming - a testament to sustainable agricultural practices and the careful stewardship of livestock in challenging environmental conditions.