Fluoridated since 1977 under the Health (Fluoridation) Act 1973.
Victorian Health says more than 97% of Victorians drink water with natural or added fluoride, and 90% are on a fluoridated supply.
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: Health (Fluoridation) Act 1973
Who decides: State government directs water corporations.
Coverage: about 90% of residents (2024). First fluoridated: Bacchus Marsh, 1962.
Target about 1 mg/L, according to Victorian Department of Health, Sep 2023. Fluoridated supplies in Australia target 0.6 to 1.1 mg/L, and the health guideline maximum is 1.5 mg/L.
Fluoridated since 1977.
Yes. Fluoride is added to Melbourne's water. Fluoridated since 1977 under the Health (Fluoridation) Act 1973.
State government directs water corporations.
Look up Melbourne Water retailers'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.