Fluoridated from 1978, but no fluoride has been added since the dosing system was shut down on 8 September 2023 for replacement.
Without fluoridated water, dental guidelines put more weight on fluoride toothpaste, diet and regular check-ups. Some people prefer fluoride-free options.
7 November 2026: Reclassified to no fluoride: dosing has been off since 8 September 2023.
Law: Health (Fluoridation) Act 1973
Who decides: State government directs water corporations.
Coverage: about 90% of residents (2024). First fluoridated: Bacchus Marsh, 1962.
Dosing off since 8 September 2023 while the system is replaced. Works on a new system are expected to start in early 2027.
Not dosed since 8 September 2023, according to Coliban Water interruption notice. Fluoridated supplies in Australia target 0.6 to 1.1 mg/L, and the health guideline maximum is 1.5 mg/L.
Fluoridated from 1978, suspended September 2023.
No. Fluoride is not added to Echuca's water. Fluoridated from 1978, but no fluoride has been added since the dosing system was shut down on 8 September 2023 for replacement.
State government directs water corporations.
Look up Coliban Water'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.