Rain Harvesting

17/02/2026

Rain Harvesting Presents
Jungle Farm: Living with the Land in the Cook Islands

Tama and Esther are used to making a journey for water. Down the mountain, fill the containers, back up again. Water for their animals. Water for survival. Living at Jungle Farm, thirty metres above sea level in the Cook Islands, meant living beyond the reach of the public water network. Rainwater wasn't a choice. It was the only option.

On customary land passed down through generations, where Tama's great-grandfather once farmed and his father carved roads from jungle, they're now building something of their own. A 12,000-litre rainwater system. A home for their boys. A small apiary business. A life shaped by what falls from the sky.

This is the first story in Rain Harvesting Stories, celebrating the connection between people, place and water.

Directed and Produced by: Sam Thies

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08/12/2025

Digital water tracking technologies now allow you to monitor and manage your collected rainwater with unprecedented precision, helping you make data-driven decisions about your water storage and consumption.

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Learn how digital water tracking boosts rainwater harvesting by offering real-time insights, improve efficiency, and help you make decisions.

05/12/2025

Accurate rainfall monitoring is vital for optimising agricultural practices and maximising crop yields across Europe’s diverse climates—from Mediterranean heat to Northern chill.

As a leader in smart agricultural technology and water conservation, we offer innovative devices like our Rain Gauge to transform how farmers track and use precipitation data for efficiency and sustainability.

Read the full article here: https://rainharvesting.com.au/us/blog/monitor-rainfall-with-precision-using-rain-harvesting-connect-smart-devices/

Track rainfall and water usage accurately with Rain Harvesting Connect Smart Devices for smart water management at home or on your property.

03/12/2025

Water scarcity is a critical global challenge, affecting billions of people worldwide. According to the United Nations, over 2 billion individuals live in countries experiencing high water stress, and this number is expected to rise significantly by 2050 (United Nations, 2021).

As population growth and climate change continue to strain water resources, smart monitoring technologies are emerging as essential tools for efficient water management and conservation.

Rain Harvesting Connect offers innovative solutions to help individuals and communities take control of their water usage through real-time monitoring and data-driven insights.

Read the full article here: https://rainharvesting.com.au/us/blog/global-water-issues-and-how-smart-monitoring-can-help/

Explore global water issues and discover how smart monitoring tools offer real-time solutions for better water use, safety, and conservation.

01/12/2025

📲 Monitor Your Entire Rainwater System From One App

From a single tank in the garden to multiple properties with complex set-ups, water management shouldn't be a guessing game. You deserve a system that gives you clarity, not confusion.

Manual checks. Unclear levels. Missed rainfall. Without live visibility into your rain harvesting system, you're left in the dark. This increases the risk of overflows, underuse, or worse, running dry when you need it most.

Our Rain Harvesting Connect App gives you full visibility and control in the palm of your hand:
✔️ Track live tank levels in litres or %
✔️ See usage and collection history by day, week, month or year
✔️ Set alerts for low levels, rainfall, or unusual usage
✔️ Add devices, view notifications, and share access with your family or property manager

Whether you’re managing a backyard tank or a full rural system, our app gives you the insight to make smarter and faster decisions wherever you are.

Experience the difference of digital water tracking and let our experts help you develop the best system for your property.

Take control anytime, anywhere.
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27/11/2025

In the demanding landscape of rural Queensland, efficient water management is crucial for livestock health and property sustainability.

The Brook, a sprawling 50,000-acre cattle station, relies heavily on a decentralised water system of tanks and troughs to provide water across the property.

With such a vast area to monitor, traditional weekly manual inspections proved inefficient and risked missing critical water losses between checks.

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Discover how The Brook improved livestock care and saved millions of litres with smarter water monitoring across 50,000 acres in Queensland.

20/11/2025

Nestled in the rural landscape just outside Beaudesert, Nindooinbah is a premier Brangus bull breeding enterprise managing high-value livestock across an expansive 5,000-acre property.

With animal health and operational efficiency as top priorities, the farm required a reliable and intelligent water management system to ensure uninterrupted water supply to its stock.

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Smart water monitoring at Nindooinbah’s bull breeding farm in Queensland helps save thousands, and improve cattle health.

24/09/2025

How can the right filtration setup save you hundreds whilst delivering perfect water quality for every use?

You've successfully collected quality rainwater, and now it's time to match your final filtration perfectly to each application. Smart filtration isn't about maximum treatment for everything; it's about optimising for purpose, which saves money, reduces maintenance, and ensures each use gets exactly the quality needed.

Tailoring filtration to purpose creates an efficient, cost-effective system. Garden irrigation thrives with a simple 100-micron sediment filter that protects your pumps and sprinklers whilst maintaining good flow rates, typically needing replacement just once yearly.

For household appliances, dual-stage filtration works brilliantly: a 20-micron sediment filter partnered with carbon filtration keeps washing machines and toilets running smoothly whilst preventing any colour or odour issues. This teamwork approach means each filter shares the load, lasting longer and performing better. The beauty is in the progression: each level builds on the last, creating exactly the quality you need without waste.

Want to make your Rain Harvesting™ system the best it can be? Learn how in our FREE “12 Steps of Rain Harvesting™” course:

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22/09/2025

How can just 100 millimetres and two minutes monthly keep your rainwater fresh and crystal clear for years?

With your collection and storage systems optimised, a few simple management techniques will maintain the quality of the water you've already harvested. The beauty of these methods is their simplicity: the 100-millimetre rule and periodic drainage take just minutes to implement but deliver years of fresh, clean water.

Two strategic practices keep your water at its best. First, position your tank outlet 100 millimetres above the bottom to create a protective buffer zone. This clever spacing means sediment stays settled whilst you draw crystal-clear water from above. Add a calmed inlet that gently redirects incoming water horizontally, preserving the peaceful sediment layer below.

For wet systems, installing drainage valves at the lowest points lets you refresh the pipework fortnightly to monthly, keeping water moving and oxygenated. This simple routine prevents any organic matter from fermenting and maintains pristine water quality. Complete the protection by adding solar shields or tank covers to block sunlight. Without light, your water stays clear and algae-free naturally.

Want to make your Rain Harvesting™ system the best it can be? Learn how in our FREE “12 Steps of Rain Harvesting™” course:

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19/09/2025

What if your rain harvesting system was designed just for you to deliver higher quality water, smarter control, and better results?

Many people think setting up a rain harvesting system is as simple as buying a tank and waiting for rain.

But - without a well-designed system, you might not achieve your goals.

That’s why we created our Free Design Service. Our Rain Harvesting™ experts will design a complete, tailored system that works for:
💧 Your roof
💧 Your location
💧 Your water usage goals

All at no cost to you. The result? Better quality water, more efficient collection, and peace of mind from start to finish.

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17/09/2025

How will you get your harvested rainwater from tank to tap with the right pressure every time?

With your rainwater collection and storage optimised, it's time to focus on delivery. The way you use your water, combined with your property's design and topography, will determine whether a gravity-fed system, a pump, or a combination of both will serve you best.

Gravity-fed systems are brilliantly simple and cost-effective when you have sufficient height difference between your tank and usage points, or when you don't need high pressure for applications like pool top-ups or low-pressure irrigation.

If your property layout doesn't provide enough head height, or you need consistent pressure for household use, a pump becomes essential. When selecting a pump, consider your required flow rate and pressure based on intended use, plus the height you'll need to pump water and your tank type. Your pump specialist can help match the right model to your system design.

A popular hybrid approach uses a pump to transfer water up to a header tank, creating a gravity-fed system that works even without power, allowing you to pump when electricity is available or cheaper.

Whether you choose gravity, pump, or a hybrid system depends on your property's layout, water pressure needs, and usage requirements. Take stock of your specific situation to select the system that will reliably deliver water exactly where and when you need it.

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15/09/2025

Did you know Cape Town nearly became the first major city in the world to run out of water? Between 2015 and 2018, a record-breaking 300-year drought pushed the city’s dams to critical lows, sparking the infamous “Day Zero” countdown.

With taps at risk of running dry, the city prepared 200 water collection points and rationed supplies.

Authorities launched a bold communication campaign around the term “Day Zero” - plastered across billboards, media, and public spaces. Paired with strict restrictions, tiered pricing, desalination plants, boreholes, and clearing invasive trees, the city cut water use in half. Collective action, transparent communication, and quick strategies turned crisis into resilience.

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Sign up to our FREE 12 Steps of Rain Harvesting course today: https://bit.ly/LearnRainHarvesting