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Brahman cattle cluster around a weathered water trough in the dappled light of an autumn morning on an expansive Northern Territory cattle station near the Adelaide River. The herd - a mix of pure white, rich chocolate brown, and mottled tan animals - stands patient and purposeful, their distinctive large ears and loose skin adapting perfectly to the region's challenging tropical climate. Sleek muscular bodies press close as they drink deeply, their red ear tags providing a sharp contrast against their hide colors. Sparse gum trees create a soft backdrop of muted greens and greys, filtering sunlight across the rusty earth and highlighting the cattle's robust forms. This quintessential Top End scene captures the resilience of both landscape and livestock, where access to reliable water defines survival in the harsh but beautiful Australian pastoral environment. The trough represents a critical lifeline, transforming an arid paddock into a sustainable grazing ecosystem through careful water management and strategic stock selection.