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Muscled and focused, a shearer in a vibrant green singlet wrestles a woolly Merino sheep onto its side in a classic timber-lined woolshed. Warm wooden boarding surrounds the worker, creating a rustic frame for this quintessential Australian agricultural scene. The powerful farmhand moves with practiced efficiency, his body angled and hands precise as he begins the skilled process of removing the dense fleece. Soft white wool cascades onto the wooden platform, highlighting the textural contrast between the animal's thick coat and the smooth shed surfaces. Harsh industrial lighting illuminates the detailed work, casting shadows that emphasize the physicality of sheep shearing - a critical task in Australia's wool production cycle. This image captures the raw intensity of rural labor, showcasing the strength and technique required in one of the nation's most iconic agricultural practices.