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Rugged stone walls embrace a flock of Poll Dorset sheep clustered in the shade of a weathered corrugated iron shed, nestled in the sun-scorched Mallee landscape of Victoria. Pale golden sheep press together, seeking refuge from the intense midday heat, their woolly bodies creating a living mosaic against the rustic stone and earth tones. A pastoral worker stands quietly in the doorway, silhouetted against the harsh light, accompanied by a working dog - a timeless scene of Australian agricultural resilience. The arid surrounding terrain stretches out in dusty ochre hues, punctuated by sparse olive-green trees and the skeletal remains of a lone dead tree, emphasizing the challenging environment. Rough-hewn stone foundations and the aged metal roof tell a story of generations of farming persistence, while the compact sheep huddle speaks to careful breeding and pastoral management. This image captures the raw essence of rural Australian sheep farming - a delicate balance of survival, care, and connection between land, animals, and those who work the earth.