The fluoride status of Charters Towers's public water supply, who decides, and how to check it yourself. Page last updated 6 November 2026.
On the 2022 no-fluoride list.
Charters Towers was in the last, 2012 stage of the state rollout, which the November 2012 law change overtook.
Without fluoridated water, dental guidelines put more weight on fluoride toothpaste, diet and regular check-ups. Some people prefer fluoride-free options.
Law: Water Fluoridation Act 2008 (amended 2012)
Who decides: Each council decides, since the 2012 handover. 16 of 77 still add it.
Coverage: about 72% of residents. First fluoridated: Mandated 2008.
Council voted against fluoridation in 2013.
No. Fluoride is not added to Charters Towers's water. On the 2022 no-fluoride list.
Each council decides, since the 2012 handover. 16 of 77 still add it.
Look up Charters Towers Regional'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.