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Weathered timber yards stand sentinel across a parched western Queensland pastoral landscape, capturing the raw essence of Australian cattle station infrastructure. The ancient post-and-rail fence, constructed from silvered and sun-bleached hardwood, marks boundaries across an arid terrain of dusty ground and sparse native grasses. Rugged split-timber posts, carefully interlocked and wire-strung, speak to generations of pastoral engineering - each weathered timber telling stories of stockmen, cattle drives, and endless horizons. The early morning light casts a soft amber glow across the desolate scene, highlighting the textural qualities of the worn wooden fence against a pristine, gradient blue sky. This iconic rural vista embodies the resilience of Australian agricultural landscapes - where fundamental infrastructure endures against harsh environmental conditions. The fence represents more than a boundary marker; it is a testament to agricultural persistence, marking human endeavour in an uncompromising environment where survival demands innovation and strength.