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Team Update: Farewells and Fresh Starts
30 March 2026
Last month, we said goodbye to two valued interns, George Froomes-Houseman and Erin Joy, who both contributed significantly during their tenure at HydroTerra. George has been part of the team since 2024, while Erin joined us in 2023. We wish them the... Read More
Tailor-made workshops designed around our clients’ needs
23 February 2026
We recently delivered a comprehensive customised Soil Sampling Workshop led by our environmental scientist Ruben Andersen, bringing together a group of trainees for a practical, end-to-end guide to best-practice soil sampling. The session covered everything from defining sampling objectives and designing robust programs... Read More
From solving environmental challenges to smart solutions: Explore HydroTerra’s project case studies
27 January 2026
When it comes to managing environmental data, every project can tell a story that is defined by unique challenges, innovative thinking and smart solutions. At HydroTerra, we’re proud to partner with clients across Australia to turn complex environmental monitoring needs into... Read More
Solinst 410 Peristaltic Pump – Automated pumping with drawdown mode
27 January 2026
Many people will be familiar with the Solinst 410 Peristaltic Pump, but here is a new feature that might be of interest. It is now possible to integrate the peristaltic pump with Solinst’s 101D Water Level DrawDown Meter. Where is this beneficial? This is actually a great option for pumping tests. When... Read More
New handheld water quality meters added to HydroTerra’s range
27 January 2026
Keeping with the “new” theme for 2026, here are some new handheld water quality meters that have been recently added to the HydroTerra range.
Aquaread AP-700/800 Basic Multiparameter Water Quality Meter
Not entirely new, but now with more... Read MoreSupporting Dust, Noise and Odour Investigations with Portable Monitoring Units
27 January 2026
HydroTerra has added Oizom Pollusense units to our rental fleet — compact, portable instruments that bring real-time dust, noise and odour measurement together with basic weather sensing. Each unit is configured to monitor: real-time particulate (dust), continuous noise, and gases including SO₂,... Read More
LevelSender telemetry network expands to five states nationwide
27 January 2026
HydroTerra now has Solinst Levelsenders deployed across five states in Australia, giving our clients reliable, real-time water level telemetry from remote wells and monitoring sites. The Solinst LevelSender uses cellular telemetry to connect directly to Solinst Leveloggers and transmit logged data back to your office, smart device or cloud platform without... Read More
New Accredited Groundwater Course – Registrations Now Open
27 January 2026
HydroTerra is launching a new nationally accredited training course in partnership with the Australian Hydrographers Association (AHA): Collect and Evaluate Groundwater Data Course, commencing 1 March. The course is delivered fully online, allowing participants to complete theory at their own pace. Participants are... Read More
HydroTerra Holiday Period and Christmas Closure Hours
24 November 2025
For Datastream Technical Support over these Office closure periods please contact: support@hydroterra.com.au
... Read MoreEnvironmental consultants turn to Rentals for flexibility and cost savings
01 September 2025
Environmental Consultants are increasingly choosing to rent equipment and systems rather than purchase them outright. The trend is driven by a mix of cost savings, project-specific needs, and access to the latest technology. Industry experts say there are several key reasons for this shift:
- Cost efficiency – Renting reduces upfront capital... Read More
360+ sites and counting — HydroTerra delivers nationwide
01 September 2025
Across Australia, more than 360 sites are now benefitting from HydroTerra’s expertise in environmental monitoring and management. By partnering with consultants, HydroTerra is helping organisations expand their capabilities without the need for investment in equipment or in-house technical teams. We work across multiple sectors such as mining, landfill, natural resource management,... Read More
Inside HydroTerra Rentals: How our Interns keep environmental monitoring running smoothly
01 September 2025
At HydroTerra Rentals, every day is hands-on as we manage, prepare, and deliver environmental monitoring equipment to... Read More
ExactBlue and ensuring high quality drinking water at mining sites
31 July 2025
High-quality drinking water at mine sites is crucial for worker health and safety and ensuring water quality meets stringent safety standards is essential. Mining sites pose several challenges when it comes to ensuring safe drinking water.
- First, mine sites are often in remote areas, requiring robust and reliable treatment systems.
- Second, mine... Read More
Accurate groundwater sampling: Essential for mine site compliance
31 July 2025
Effective groundwater sampling is vital for maintaining environmental compliance at mine sites. High-quality data ensures regulatory standards are met, supports long-term monitoring programs, and helps protect surrounding ecosystems. One of the most efficient ways to enhance the sampling process is by using dedicated... Read More
Autosamplers play a crucial role in modern mining operations
31 July 2025
Autosamplers play a crucial role in modern mining operations, where consistent, accurate, and efficient sampling is essential for quality control, resource estimation, and compliance. Here's how autosamplers are used at mine sites: Autosamplers automatically collect and... Read More
Advanced integrated real-time monitoring for tailings storage facilities
31 July 2025
HydroTerra is a trusted provider of comprehensive and innovative solutions for integrated real-time monitoring and management of tailings storage facilities (TSFs), including effluent ponds and tailings dam seepage, ensuring optimal water and tailings management, operational insights and environmental compliance.
Our services and... Read MoreStygo 5 Geotechnical Vibrating Wire Telemetry Hub: Compact, powerful, and built for the field
31 July 2025
The Stygo 5 Geotechnical Vibrating Wire Telemetry Hub, stands out as a cutting-edge solution designed to meet the rigorous demands of modern monitoring applications. Whether you're overseeing tailings storage facilities, dam safety, slope... Read More
HydroTerra’s most trusted telemetry system: Reliable and proven over time
31 July 2025
HydroTerra’s most established telemetry solution—based on the Unidata Neon platform—has earned its reputation as a go-to for dependable, long-term monitoring. It’s the system our team has deployed time and again across our key sectors like mining and landfills nationwide, where reliability and flexibility are critical. This platform supports a wide range... Read More
In July we’re heading to the Premier Mining Event of the Year!
26 June 2025
In July we’re exhibiting at the newly combined Life of Mine and Mine Waste and Tailings Conference—a two-day event that brings together two of AusIMM’s flagship conferences into one platform. This event connects professionals from every stage of the mining lifecycle—from development... Read More
Smarter sensing for the Stygo range: reliable water level monitoring with HydroTerra’s New Barometric Reference module
26 June 2025
Our Stygo 1 and 3 systems previously relied on atmospherically vented pressure sensors for pressure-compensated water level measurements. However, vented sensors are vulnerable to water ingress if the vent becomes wet or submerged,... Read More
Maximise pumping test accuracy with a Solinst Datalogger
26 June 2025
While standard guidelines for conducting pumping tests are widely agreed upon, there are key considerations when using a Solinst datalogger to ensure optimal data quality. We thought this article from Solinst below was a great reference with important tips to help you... Read More
On the ground in Adelaide and meeting up with our valued customers!
26 June 2025
At the end of May, our team members Business Development Manager, Nick Bailey and Technical Salesperson, Wilma Fouche, hit the streets of Adelaide for two days to catch up with some of our valued customers. During... Read More
HydroTerra, proud to be named one of the Top sustainability leaders of ANZ for 2025!
26 June 2025
Celebrating Sustainability Leadership in Australia & New Zealand! This month we were excited to discover that HydroTerra and Richard Campbell have been recognised among the top sustainability leaders for 2025. In a time when sustainability is paramount, leaders like Richard are making impactful... Read More
Geolux HydroTemp for groundwater monitoring
26 June 2025
[caption id="attachment_26082" align="alignright" width="300"] Geolux HydroTemp Water Temperature Sensor[/caption] The Geolux HydroTemp is a scientific-grade digital temperature sensor designed for precise, high-resolution monitoring of water, soil, and liquid temperatures across diverse environments, including aquifers, coastal ecosystems, agricultural systems, and climate-change research sites. Key product... Read More
Was great to talk Tech at the AHA 2025 Conference in Launceston!
29 May 2025
HydroTerra was proud to attend and exhibit at the 2025 Australian Hydrographers Association (AHA) Conference, held at the Country Club Tasmania in Launceston from 12–15 May. With the theme “Exploring Water’s Depths – Unveiling the evolution and future of surface water, groundwater... Read More
Understanding Algae monitoring: A crucial tool for Aquatic Health Management
29 May 2025
Recent reports of a significant algal bloom event near Adelaide have once again highlighted the critical importance of algae monitoring in both fresh and marine water environments. According to the ABC, the bloom—occurring in the Barker Inlet area—was associated with widespread fish... Read More
Webinar on Tomorrow: Emerging Contaminants in the Australian environment: Confronting the hidden cost of convenience
29 May 2025
Join us tomorrow for an eye-opening session with Associate Professor Brad Clarke, PhD (University of Melbourne), and HydroTerra Pty Ltd's Senior Environmental Scientist, Ruben Andersen, as they explore the rising threat of emerging contaminants like microplastics, pharmaceuticals, and PFAS. Brad will discuss... Read More
Beacon Passive Gas Soil Samplers
29 May 2025
Beacon Passive Soil Gas Samplers are proving to be an excellent technology for soil gas surveys. They are an extremely sensitive technology for detecting VOC’s in soil... Read More
Welcome to HydroTerra Dr. Annette Nolan!
29 May 2025
We’re excited to Welcome Dr. Annette Nolan to the HydroTerra team as our new Technical Director. Annette brings over 25 years of experience in environmental chemistry and has worked across a broad range of areas—from environmental consulting and remediation contracting to research and... Read More
EOFY Specials You don’t want to miss – Valid until 30 June 2025!
29 May 2025
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Solinst Model 407 Mk2 Bladder Pumps and Model 408 Double Valve Pumps 10% discount on 407 Mk2 Bladder Pumps (any size/model) and 408 Double Valve Pump (any size/model). [caption... Read MoreNexus Blue brings Telemetry to the Sentek Drill and Drop Bluetooth for new and existing owners.
29 May 2025
The Sentek Nexus Blue is revolutionizing the way we monitor and manage soil moisture, making it a standout innovation in agricultural technology. This efficient, low-cost Data Transmission Unit (DTU) can seamlessly connect with multiple Drill & Drop Bluetooth® probes, allowing for... Read More
Annette Nolan presents at ALGA 2025 Darwin Conference on PFAS challenges
29 May 2025
HydroTerra’s Technical Director, Dr Annette Nolan, attended the ALGA 2025 Darwin: Northern Australia Contaminated Land and Groundwater Conference on 28 – 29 May, and presented on the topic ‘Evolving PFAS Guidelines – What Are the Challenges for Sampling and Analysis Programs?’ Annette was... Read More
Smart monitoring made simple: nke launches new 100L Buoy
29 May 2025
NKE, a global leader in marine environmental monitoring, has launched its new 100L instrumented buoy—designed for seamless integration with its proven Wimo multiparameter probe and cellular telemetry systems. Built for deployment in coastal and inland waters, this compact and durable platform... Read More
Coming Soon – New “How to” videos for Rentals
01 May 2025
We're excited to announce that we’re rolling out a series of short instructional videos to help you get the most out of our rental equipment. These videos will cover how to set up and use the gear, along with some... Read More
Based in Launceston or Adelaide? See you in May!
01 May 2025
Join Us at the AHA 2025 Conference in Launceston!
HydroTerra is excited to be exhibiting at the Australian Hydrographers Association (AHA) 2025 Conference, taking place from 12–15 May in Launceston, Tasmania. This year's theme, “Exploring Water's Depths - Unveiling the Evolution and Future... Read MoreFurther recommended readings from our Webinars!
01 May 2025
Over the years, we've been fortunate to have many loyal attendees join our webinars—some of whom go the extra mile to share valuable feedback and further insights based on the content presented. One such dedicated participant, @Martin O'Rourke, has provided a range... Read More
Birds Eye View: Exploring how Drone technology and remote sensing are shaping the future for environmental insights
01 May 2025
Drones are enhancing the way we work, offering new perspectives and capabilities across industries—and we’ve only just begun to unlock their full potential. A big Thank You to Amy Steiger, GISP-AP from Stantec, for leading our last Webinar “Mapping and monitoring... Read More
Visualise what matters: Custom Dashboards for effective environmental monitoring
01 May 2025
HydroTerra’s data visualisation platform – DataStream – offers a powerful and flexible way to keep an eye on your environmental monitoring data in near real time. Whether you’re visualising sensor data, derived operational metrics, compliance indicators, or a... Read More
Sentek SoluSAMPLER™ Suction Lysimeters
01 May 2025
The Sentek SoluSAMPLER™ is a suction lysimeter designed to extract soil water samples from specific depths for analysis of salt and nutrient levels in the root zone. It operates by applying a vacuum to draw moisture into a custom ceramic cup,... Read More
Webinar on Tomorrow: “Part 2” of An Auditor’s Perspective: Undertaking Tier 2 (and 3) Assessments under the NEPM Framework.
01 May 2025
Join us this Friday for Part 2 of Mark Stuckey's Webinar, “An Auditor’s Perspective: Undertaking Tier 2 (and 3) Assessments under the NEPM Framework.” If you joined us for Part 1, you already know how valuable Mark’s expertise is when... Read More
HydroTerra delivers a customised gas bore integrity testing training
27 March 2025
This month, HydroTerra delivered a customised gas bore integrity training exclusively for Pardo Engineering. Unlike our standard workshops this one was specifically designed to address the unique needs of the organisation and their team. The hands-on training took place in Darley and was attended by 5 participants. It provided participants with... Read More
Unlock Real-Time Ground Gas Insights with Continuous Monitoring
27 March 2025
Using spot measurements to understand ground-gas can lead to uncertain or misleading results. The Ion Science GasClam 2 is the first in-situ borehole gas meter suitable for detecting... Read More
Webinar on Tomorrow: Birds and the Bees – insights from biomonitoring for environmental pollutants
27 March 2025
Environment Protection Authority Victoria (EPA) and its partners have initiated a series of programs to better understand contaminants in urban environments through its GardenSafe program and a series of novel animal biomonitoring studies. Join us for a webinar tomorrow with Mark Taylor, Chief... Read More
The ALGA Gas and Vapour Symposium on this week. See you there!
27 March 2025
If you're planning on attending the ALGA Gas and Vapour Symposium this coming Thursday, be sure to catch our Managing Director, Richard Campbell, who will be speaking at the event. Richard will be presenting a critical review of continuous ground gas monitoring... Read More
When a collaboration of Industry, Government, Researchers and communities works! Thanks to Louisa Rochford And CORRECTION NOTE for past presentation.
27 March 2025
Earlier this month, it was a pleasure to host Louisa Rochford, Senior Research Fellow at the University of Queensland. Her informative webinar showcased a one-of a kind project on improving groundwater management by better understanding consumptive use—showing how collaboration... Read More
Coming Soon! New Groundwater Data Training Program!
27 March 2025
Looking to get ahead in your career? We’re excited to announce the upcoming delivery of a new developed training program
"How to Collect and Evaluate Groundwater Data (MSS025034)"
To be run in partnership with the Australian Hydrographers Association (AHA). This comprehensive course is... Read MoreHydroTerra and Oizom Partner for a successful Air Quality monitoring roadshow across Victoria
27 March 2025
In early March, HydroTerra partnered with Oizom for a successful roadshow across Victoria, aimed at showcasing real-time air quality monitoring technology. HydroTerra’s Nick Bailey and Oizom co-founder Jainam Mehta led the initiative, visiting wastewater and mining facilities, landfill operators, and environmental... Read More
Interested in Water Quality Monitoring? Have a look at the AP-PRO
27 March 2025
If you have an application for continuous water quality monitoring and need a reliable solution, then have a look at the AP-PRO from AquaRead. This represents the next generation in water quality probes and offers many great features. In addition, it is very well priced in comparison to... Read More
Annual Price Review! Confirm your Solinst Orders before 17th March
27 February 2025
Heads up to our customers who are considering any of the great products from Solinst! It’s that time of year again when Solinst review their annual pricing, and current pricing is only valid for orders up to the 17th of March, so please... Read More
Webinar on Tomorrow: An Auditors Perspective: Undertaking Tier 2(and 3) assessments under the ASC NEPM framework
27 February 2025
Mark Stuckey, Senior Principal Scientist, Hydrogeologist, and Risk Assessor from EESI is joining Richard Campbell for an exclusive Webinar on how to approach contaminated land assessments more strategically and expand your knowledge of the... Read More
Double the Value: Two useful functions in One Probe
27 February 2025
[caption id="attachment_23877" align="alignright" width="300"] Solinst 105 Well Casing & Depth Indicator[/caption] Solinst Model 105 Well Casing & Depth Indicator is the ultimate tool for detecting metal well casing and measuring total well depth with a single probe. This essential instrument combines precision,... Read More
Consultant uses Aeroqual AQM65 Units Unravel Complicated Emission Sources Surrounding Landfill
27 February 2025
Nearby residents of a large landfill facility had voiced concerns about air quality, specifically dust, odor and noise complaints. 1.6 kms to the west of the landfill is a Sensitive Receptor Area (SRA) consisting of residential, schools, and recreational parks. In... Read More
Getting Groundwater monitoring well installations Right! Big Thanks for Pete & Mike Mercuri’s informative Webinar
27 February 2025
A big thank you to Peter and Michael Mercuri from Matrix Drilling Australia for their presentation and for sharing their wealth of knowledge on the critical aspects of installing groundwater wells. Their advice on the common pitfalls and essential considerations when... Read More
Solinst acquires Eureka Water Probes
27 February 2025
HydroTerra’s key supplier, Solinst continues to go from strength to strength and has recently announced a new acquisition. Effective February 1, 2025, Eureka Water Probes has officially become Solinst Eureka LLC (a wholly owned subsidiary of Solinst Canada Ltd.), marking... Read More
Understanding Passive Diffusion Bags
27 February 2025
Equilibrator Passive Diffusion Bag-12ix1.75 Passive Diffusion Bags (PDBs) were introduced over 20 years ago as a more streamlined, cost-effective solution in sampling for Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) concentrations in groundwater monitoring wells. Over the years membranes with different pore sizes were developed that... Read More
Groundwater Sampling Workshop enhancing client’s data accuracy and quality assurance
27 February 2025
A recent groundwater sampling workshop provided three clients with essential training in best practices to ensure high-quality, representative data. The session covered key techniques for groundwater sampling, proper equipment handling, and strategies to minimise contamination and increase reliability of data. In... Read More
Surfbee, Not Bumblebee, but it will Transform the way you do water sampling and surveying
27 February 2025
As drone technology advances, the opportunity to transform water sampling and surveying procedures in hazardous environments has never been greater. Enter the Surfbee Flowseeker drone boat—an innovative solution designed to make water sampling and surveying safer, more efficient, and cost-effective. Changing the... Read More
Environmental Compliance Noise Monitoring: A Comprehensive Mini-Guide
30 January 2025
Environmental compliance noise monitoring is a crucial practice for ensuring that industries and workplaces adhere to regulations designed to protect workers and the community from harmful noise levels. Understanding the key concepts and tools involved in noise monitoring is essential for compliance and effective noise management. Major Industries Requiring Noise Monitoring Several... Read More
A Webinar worth remembering! Let’s recap Phil Mulvey’s Webinar on rethinking catchment management.
30 January 2025
A big Thanks to Phillip Mulvey for kick starting 2025’s HydroTerra Webinar series with a very informative Webinar on Friday 17th January challenging us to rethink strategies around water catchment management and restoration in response to climate change. Phils presentation recommended that we need to look to holding water at source... Read More
Fast-Tracking Water Safety: Rapid Bacterial Detection
30 January 2025
The presence of bacteria in water supplies is a concern for water managers everywhere and they are always looking for new technologies that offer quicker and more accurate detection methods. Three principal parameters are of interest when monitoring - E. coli, Coliform Bacteria and Total Bacteria. E.coli or... Read More
Exclusive Webinar on Tomorrow: Preliminary Site Investigations / Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment – How much information is enough?
30 January 2025
Travis Shreeve,Environmental Sector Lead at Land Insight (part of Prexa) is joining us for the Webinar. Travis will discuss the key factors that determine how much information is required for a... Read More
HydroTerra hosts the Oizom Roadshow and invests in new Demo Unit
30 January 2025
HydroTerra is excited to announce the addition of the Oizom Dustroid to our monitoring toolkit, along with the arrival of a new demo unit. This will allow us to showcase the Dustroid’s capabilities while enhancing our... Read More
Solinst acquires FLUTe
30 January 2025
Late in 2024, Solinst Canada Ltd announced the acquisition of Flexible Liner Underground Technologies (FLUTe). The new organization will do business as Solinst Flute LLC. Solinst and FLUTe are very well known to one another. They have long... Read More
HydroTerra & Willowstick showcase Innovation at ANCOLD Conference
05 December 2024
HydroTerra recently participated in the ANCOLD 2024 Conference, held at... Read More
Milestones, Innovation & Sustainability are highlights in the Rental Service for 2024
05 December 2024
In the past year, our rental service has achieved many milestones, demonstrating our commitment to make environmental monitoring simple with the best available equipment, sustainable practices, and supporting our customers with new technology. Here's a breakdown of our 2024 accomplishments. Over... Read More
Oizom’s contribution to Cleaner Air
05 December 2024
At HydroTerra, we’ve just received stock of the latest innovation from Oizom: Pollusense. This compact and advanced air quality monitoring system is gaining attention in environmental circles, and for good reason. Pollusense is designed with portability in mind. Its compact, rugged casing makes it perfect for short-term deployments, meaning it can... Read More
Dr Carolyn Brumley made us all feel the heat with her presentation on; Climate Change: A growing threat to wastewater systems and waterways in Australia.
05 December 2024
At the start of November we held a webinar on “Climate Change: A growing threat to wastewater systems and waterways in Australia.”, we were joined by Dr Carolyn Brumley, Senior Principal Scientist from Senversa discussing why we need to pay closer attention to the risks... Read More
2024: A Year of Growth and Progress for the Business Services Team
05 December 2024
2024 has been a busy and productive year for the Business Services Team at HydroTerra. One of our major achievements was moving our server to the cloud, enhancing both data security and flexibility in accessing information. We also implemented a new version... Read More
Some new faces in HydroTerra for 2024
05 December 2024
This year we welcomed a group of talented and dedicated new team members to HydroTerra. Although some of them have been with us since the start of the year we wanted to let you all know how HydroTerra has continued to expand... Read More
Groundwater Training for 2024; growth and leadership always at the forefront
05 December 2024
As 2024 comes to a close, HydroTerra is proud to reflect on an incredibly successful year of training and development in the environmental sector, particularly in groundwater management. Our continued commitment to excellence has solidified our reputation as a leading provider... Read More
From Intern to Engineer: HydroTerra’s Intern Program at work
05 December 2024
I started working at HydroTerra as an intern in the Rentals Department. This was my first "9-5" job, so I wasn't sure what to expect. Under the guidance of John Guo, an amazing manager, and our enthusiastic Rentals Captain, Lachie Ward, I... Read More
Webinar on tomorrow: Rising significance of groundwater assessment and baseline monitoring in securing Project approvals
05 December 2024
The growing emphasis on groundwater monitoring is driven by the recognition that improper management of groundwater resources can lead to long-term environmental damage, water scarcity, and harm to ecosystems and communities. Comprehensive groundwater assessments and ongoing monitoring are now integral components... Read More
Thanks for a great 2024! HydroTerra’s Marketplace wrap up for the Year that was.
05 December 2024
Greetings everyone from HydroTerra Marketplace. It has been a very good year for us, and we would like to take this opportunity to say a big “Thank You” to everyone we have worked with in 2024. Our focus has been to continue... Read More
Nyngan Mine, a great site for a custom Groundwater Sampling Workshop
05 December 2024
In November 2024, HydroTerra hosted a customised workshop on groundwater and surface water sampling course at a mine site in Nyngan, New South Wales. While our standard workshops typically focus solely on groundwater sampling, this tailored session was specifically designed to... Read More
From Flood Detection to Site Protection: The Power of Real-Time Cameras
31 October 2024
Real-time telemetered cameras that can be fully solar powered are enhancing environmental monitoring by providing reliable, continuous surveillance in remote and difficult-to-access areas. HydroTerra offers a solution that addresses challenges such as flood monitoring, site security, and asset protection. With multi-camera... Read More
More than a Marketplace: The expertise of HydroTerra
31 October 2024
At HydroTerra, we focus not only on maximising the value of our products but also to help you overcome any challenges you may encounter. We... Read More
The Groundwater Project – A much-needed initiative strengthening human capacity for sustainable groundwater management
31 October 2024
HydroTerra is dedicated to sharing vital knowledge through our training, webinars, newsletters and forums. This has been somewhat in response to the decline in educational resources available around hydrogeology. Similarly, The Groundwater (GW) Project aims to enhance global understanding of groundwater and... Read More
Join us in Adelaide this November! HydroTerra Team and Willowstick at ANCOLD conference.
31 October 2024
The Australian National Committee on Large Dams (ANCOLD) is hosting a conference from the 11 – 14th November at the Adelaide Convention Centre. The conference theme is “Never the same dam twice” draws our attention to dams being dynamic and aims to... Read More
PFAS Uncovered- Innovations in mass flow monitoring and management; Insights from our Webinar with Matthew Askeland
31 October 2024
Due to PFAS contamination - the recycled organics industry is facing the dilemma of diverting material to landfills rather than recycling it. A diverse range of Per- and Poly– Fluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) have been identified in organic feedstocks.... Read More
Webinar on Tomorrow: Ecological rehabilitation of landfills using phytocapping – future opportunities and potentials
31 October 2024
Landfills provide excellent opportunities for ecological rehabilitation as a high-value landfill afteruse option including habitat creation and enhancing ecological connectivity. As a co-benefit, they can be transformed into passive recreational spaces for the community. Phytocapping with its relatively... Read More
HydroTerra Data Buoys, our newest solution to water monitoring.
31 October 2024
HydroTerra are pleased to announce our newest technology for water monitoring, HydroTerra Data Buoys. We now supply a range of rugged, single-person deployable platforms that support a wide range of below and above water environmental sensors, offering a flexible solution for all your monitoring needs. We offer 3... Read More
Real-time Measurement of Oil in Water in Environmental Applications
05 September 2024
HydroTerra is receiving numerous enquiries relating to the real-time measurement of oil in water. So, we thought a snapshot of the products we have available might be useful. Here is a summary of what we have to offer. ... Read More
Application Case Study – Oxygen Consumption in Oil Degradation
05 September 2024
Vegetable oils used for deep frying and biodiesel production are susceptible to oxidation and degradation when subjected to high-temperature processes. Antioxidants can protect oils from peroxidation, depending on factors like oil composition, antioxidant chemical structure, temperature, and impurities. Researchers at the Department of Chemistry G. Ciamician at the... Read More
Enhance groundwater monitoring with the Solinst Waterloo multi-level system
05 September 2024
Effective groundwater monitoring is essential for accurate site assessments, risk management, and successful remediation efforts. Traditional methods often involve long-screened wells that can dilute the true concentration of contaminants and obscure vertical variations, leading to incomplete or misleading data. To overcome... Read More
Webinar on Tomorrow: Managing arsenic in post-mining environments – getting our rehabilitation right!
05 September 2024
Dane is a respected Senior Lecturer in Environmental Engineering at RMIT University. He has authored over 100 publications and is recognised for his research on environmental geochemistry and metal(loid) behaviour in soil-plant systems. Dane's current... Read More
Major freshwater research and management opportunities with AI – Learnings from our Webinar with David Hamilton and Ajmal Mian
05 September 2024
In our recent webinar, we explored a range of topics, starting with strategies to reduce data churn and optimize investments in remote sensing technology, and evolving to discussions on self-driving cars and AI hallucinations! David Hamilton is the Director and Professor in... Read More
From Landfill to Learning Lab: HydroTerra hosts Environmental Monitoring field day for RMIT Students
05 September 2024
Darebin Parklands, once the site of the Alphington Landfill, is now a thriving green space in Melbourne, thanks to extensive environmental rehabilitation efforts. Recently, HydroTerra (Richard Campbell),... Read More
Addressing PFAS Monitoring challenges with HydroTerra’s Rental Autosampler fleet.
05 September 2024
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a growing environmental concern due to their persistence and potential health risks. Monitoring these ‘forever chemicals’ presents unique challenges, particularly in ensuring accurate and representative sampling. HydroTerra is at the forefront of addressing these challenges... Read More
Introducing, Stygo 5 Geotechnical Vibrating Wire Telemetry Hub
05 September 2024
Stygo 5 VWT (Vibrating Wire Telemetry hub) is an Australian made compact, low power, multi-comms data transmitter and VWP convertor in one. The unit presents a versatile multi-channel option, multi-communication enabled IoT device designed specifically for remote Geotechnical and Structural monitoring applications. Connect to any Vibrating Wire sensor such... Read More
Unlock Industry solutions with HydroTerra’s Tech-Talks
05 September 2024
HydroTerra’s Tech-Talks offer a valuable opportunity for professionals in the environmental sector to explore solutions to some of the industry’s most pressing challenges. These one-hour sessions focus on practical approaches to common issues, such as integrating telemetry systems for groundwater level... Read More
PFAS Sampling Products in the HydroTerra Marketplace
05 September 2024
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a group of man-made chemicals that have been widely used in various industries due to their resistance to water, oil, and heat. However, PFAS are known to be persistent in the environment and human body, leading to potential adverse health effects. Recognizing... Read More