About 98% of people on TasWater mains get fluoridated water.
Tasmania's Fluoridation Act 1968 received royal assent in January 1969 after a Royal Commission found in favour.
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 Act 1968
Who decides: Health Minister, on committee recommendation.
Coverage: about 99% of people on town water (2024-25). First fluoridated: Beaconsfield, 1953.
Within 0.8 to 1.1 mg/L (2024-25), according to Tasmanian Economic Regulator 2024-25. Fluoridated supplies in Australia target 0.6 to 1.1 mg/L, and the health guideline maximum is 1.5 mg/L.
Yes. Fluoride is added to Hobart's water. About 98% of people on TasWater mains get fluoridated water.
Health Minister, on committee recommendation.
Look up TasWater'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.