Online alarm clock for 12:21 am
As you hand the herd over to the next person, set the alarm for 12:21 am so the changeover does not blur into a long Hawke’s Bay night. Confirm who will lead the cattle and which gate they are using before you step away. The signal leaves 39 minutes until 1:00 am, enough time for the incoming hand to check the route before moving out ahead of the daytime heat.
Before the other stockperson takes charge, make sure this browser alarm will remain able to sound. Closing the page, shutting the browser, or allowing the phone or computer to sleep means no alarm will play, which could leave the herd waiting and delay the cooler departure. If you are passing the phone across as well, check that the alarm is visible and the sound level suits the quiet surroundings.
A Hawke’s Bay handover after midnight is easier with a small, practical snack already packed. Water and something light, such as fruit, toast, or a simple sandwich, suit the wait before 1:00 am without turning it into a full meal. Save heavier food and another hot drink for after the herd is moving or the changeover is complete, when there is less chance of cups and wrappers being left beside a gate.
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