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Is there fluoride in Mansfield water?

The fluoride status of Mansfield'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 Mansfield's water.

Still listed as not fluoridated in 2025, a point of local debate.

Water supplier
Goulburn Valley Water
State
Victoria
Target dose if added
0.6-1.1 mg/L
Source
Council and state health data
Local context

Mansfield compared with nearby supplies

What it means for you

Looking after teeth in Mansfield 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 Victoria

Law: Health (Fluoridation) Act 1973

Who decides: State government directs water corporations.

Coverage: about 90% of residents (2024). First fluoridated: Bacchus Marsh, 1962.

Nearby

Fluoride in nearby towns

AlexandraNo fluoride added · 36 kmEuroaNo fluoride added · 56 kmBenallaFluoride added · 57 kmMarysvilleNo fluoride added · 59 kmYeaNo fluoride added · 62 kmWangarattaFluoride added · 79 km
Common questions

Mansfield fluoride FAQ

Does Mansfield tap water have fluoride?

No. Fluoride is not added to Mansfield's water. Still listed as not fluoridated in 2025, a point of local debate.

Who decides whether fluoride is added in Mansfield?

State government directs water corporations.

How can I check the fluoride level in Mansfield?

Look up Goulburn Valley 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.

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.