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Scorching midday sunlight bathes a dusty sheep yard in Western Australia, where a seasoned agricultural worker pauses to hydrate during intense livestock drafting work. Wearing a white floral-patterned cap and light chambray workshirt, the woman takes a long drink from a navy blue water bottle, her posture suggesting both resilience and momentary respite. Behind her, a wide expanse of paddock stretches out, dotted with gnarled eucalyptus trees and fenced holding pens filled with fine-wooled Merino sheep. The metal yard gates and panels gleam with a metallic sheen, casting sharp shadows across the packed earth ground. Her stance - slightly tilted, sunglasses on, water bottle raised - captures the quintessential spirit of rural Australian agricultural workers: tough, focused, and adaptable to the harsh environmental conditions. The scene speaks to the demanding yet essential work of sheep management, where staying hydrated is as critical as the precise skills of livestock handling.