The fluoride status of Capel's public water supply, who decides, and how to check it yourself. Page last updated 6 November 2026.
Fluoridation began June 2025.
Health authorities, including the NHMRC, recommend drinking fluoridated tap water to reduce tooth decay. Some residents prefer to reduce their intake, and that's a personal choice.
Law: Fluoridation of Public Water Supplies Act 1966
Who decides: Health Minister, on advice of an advisory committee.
Coverage: about 94% of residents (2025). First fluoridated: Perth, 1968.
Newly fluoridated from June 2025.
0.71 mg/L (2024-25, part year after dosing began), according to WA Health, 4 Jun 2025. Fluoridated supplies in Australia target 0.6 to 1.1 mg/L, and the health guideline maximum is 1.5 mg/L.
Fluoridated since 2025.
Yes. Fluoride is added to Capel's water. Fluoridation began June 2025.
Health Minister, on advice of an advisory committee.
Look up Water Corporation's annual drinking water quality report, which lists fluoride in mg/L by supply zone. You can also ask the utility for monthly readings.
No. Boiling leaves the fluoride behind and slightly concentrates it. Reverse osmosis, distillation and activated alumina filters remove fluoride. Read more.