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Brahman cattle cluster in a dense, rusty-brown herd across a sun-drenched pastoral landscape, their muscular bodies creating a living tapestry against the muted green and beige grasslands. Stockmen on horseback, dressed in deep blue shirts, strategically position themselves around the perimeter, guiding the mob with skilled precision typical of Western Australia's Kimberley region. The aerial perspective reveals the intricate choreography of mustering - a time-honoured cattle management technique where riders carefully navigate and direct large herds across vast station properties. The mid-morning light casts sharp shadows, highlighting the textural contrast between the sleek cattle hides and the undulating, dry grassland terrain. Brahman cattle, renowned for their distinctive humps and heat-tolerant genetics, are perfectly adapted to this challenging northern Australian environment. Their compact grouping suggests a recent gathering, with stockmen maintaining careful control to prevent dispersal. This quintessential Australian pastoral scene captures the raw essence of cattle farming - a delicate balance of human skill, animal instinct, and harsh landscape, embodying the resilience and expertise of Western Australian agricultural workers.