The River Health Project | Natural Hazards Science Hub

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Drone image above smart buoy in the Darling-Baaka river

Darling Baaka River Health Project smart buoy network

5 telemetered loggers (or 'smart buoys') are collecting real-time water quality data in the River Health Project area. Key water quality indicators are being measured to build understanding of the river system and its ecological health.

Maintenance check of a smart buoy

Smart buoys a beacon for collaboration

The installation of the first telemetered smart buoy in the Menindee Weir pool offered a timely opportunity to connect with community about water quality monitoring and the Darling-Baaka river system.