Remote telemetry system using UHF a lifesaver for Longreach grazier in extreme heat

Sally Gall
Updated July 27 2017 - 4:25pm, first published 4:30am
Empty isn't empty: Mac McClymont's system is designed to sound an alarm before tanks run right out of water, so problems can be addressed in time. Pictures: Sally Cripps.
Empty isn't empty: Mac McClymont's system is designed to sound an alarm before tanks run right out of water, so problems can be addressed in time. Pictures: Sally Cripps.

The costly exercise of twice pumping 400,000 litres out of a dam onto the ground convinced Longreach grazier, Mac McClymont of the need for a remote telemetry system for his property.

Sally Gall

Sally Gall

Senior journalist - Queensland Country Life/North Queensland Register

Based at Blackall, CW Qld, where I've raised a family, run Merino sheep and beef cattle, and helped develop a region - its history, tourism, education and communications. Get in touch at 0427 575 955 if you've got a story idea for me.

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