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Merino lambs cluster together in sturdy metal yard pens, awaiting livestock auction at a rural sale yard in New South Wales. Golden late afternoon sunlight bathes the woolly sheep, casting warm highlights across their dense fleece. A prominent yellow "NO UNAUTHORISED ENTRY" sign dominates the foreground, reinforcing strict safety protocols typical of Australian agricultural facilities. Weathered stock gates and loading ramps frame the scene, with a rust-red truck and stacked timber panels visible in the background, suggesting a working rural industrial environment. The sheep stand closely packed, their soft beige and cream-colored wool creating a textural landscape of gentle curves and subdued tones. This quintessential Australian agricultural moment captures the methodical process of livestock trading, where careful management and regulated movement ensure both animal welfare and commercial efficiency.