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Is there fluoride in Glen Innes water?

The fluoride status of Glen Innes's public water supply, who decides, and how to check it yourself. Page last updated 6 November 2026.

No fluoride added
No. Fluoride is not added to Glen Innes's water.

Dosing stopped in 2014 and has not restarted. Council says reintroduction is planned with NSW Health.

Water supplier
Glen Innes Severn
State
New South Wales
Target dose if added
0.6-1.1 mg/L
Source
Council and state health data
Local context

Glen Innes compared with nearby supplies

In the news

Glen Innes in our reporting

Switched off: the NSW towns where fluoride quietly stopped

Tweed went nine months without it. Bowral has had none since July 2025, Mudgee since 2020, Nyngan since 2015. Broken Hill is dosed on paper but barely registers. No council voted for any of this. Here's the list.

What it means for you

Looking after teeth in Glen Innes without added fluoride

Without fluoridated water, dental guidelines put more weight on fluoride toothpaste, diet and regular check-ups. Some people prefer fluoride-free options.

Who decides

How fluoride is decided in New South Wales

Law: Fluoridation of Public Water Supplies Act 1957

Who decides: Councils apply, NSW Health approves. Only the Health Secretary can approve stopping.

Coverage: about 93% of residents (2017). First fluoridated: Yass, 1956.

Nearby

Fluoride in nearby towns

GuyraFluoride added · 54 kmInverellFluoride added · 61 kmAshfordFluoride added · 78 kmTenterfieldFluoride added · 81 kmArmidaleFluoride added · 86 kmUrallaNo fluoride added · 103 km
Common questions

Glen Innes fluoride FAQ

Does Glen Innes tap water have fluoride?

No. Fluoride is not added to Glen Innes's water. Dosing stopped in 2014 and has not restarted. Council says reintroduction is planned with NSW Health.

Who decides whether fluoride is added in Glen Innes?

Councils apply, NSW Health approves. Only the Health Secretary can approve stopping.

How can I check the fluoride level in Glen Innes?

Look up Glen Innes Severn's annual drinking water quality report, which lists fluoride in mg/L by supply zone. You can also ask the utility for monthly readings.

Does boiling water remove fluoride?

No. Boiling leaves the fluoride behind and slightly concentrates it. Reverse osmosis, distillation and activated alumina filters remove fluoride. Read more.