Set the alarm clock for 5:05 pm

 

Leave this tab open — the alarm only rings while the tab stays open.

The alarm goes off in: ::
 
 

5:05 pm across the country

Sydney5:05 pm
Brisbane5:05 pm
Adelaide4:35 pm
Perth3:05 pm
Darwin4:35 pm

Times are worked out live in your browser, so daylight saving is already accounted for.

Online alarm clock for 5:05 pm

Pause the paddock work long enough to set a 5:05 pm alarm, so the job in front of you does not push the livestock move aside. With 55 minutes before 6:00 pm, there is still time to finish the current task, collect what you need and leave for the far paddock without relying on a hurried glance at the clock.

Before returning to the job, set the alarm and run a quick sound check while you are still close enough to hear it clearly. That early test confirms the volume and alert are suitable before the livestock move depends on them. Keep the browser available and the phone awake: if either stops running, the alarm may not sound and the departure for the far paddock could be missed.

Heading out from a distant paddock after 5:05 pm can put the return trip close to fading afternoon light, especially beyond town lighting. Check when sunset falls locally, place a torch where it can be reached without searching, and make sure gates and loading areas will remain visible. Position the vehicle for an uncomplicated exit before moving the cattle, rather than sorting out lights and access once the light has dropped.

Common questions

Can I use this on my phone instead of a laptop?

Yes, it works in a mobile browser the same way, but phones are more likely to lock the screen or sleep, which can stop the alarm from ringing. A laptop or desktop tends to be more reliable for this.

Can I set more than one alarm at a time?

This page is built around a single alarm at a time. For multiple alarms, open a separate tab for each one and set a different time in each, keeping every tab open until it's rung.

Why use a browser alarm instead of my phone's built-in one?

Mainly for reliability against silent mode, do-not-disturb, or a phone left charging out of earshot. It's a useful backup or a desk-based alternative, though it depends on this tab staying open rather than running in the background of your phone.

Is there a cost to use this?

No, it's free, with no sign-up and no limit on how many times you set it. It just needs the tab left open until the time you've chosen arrives.