The fluoride status of Mount Isa's public water supply, who decides, and how to check it yourself. Page last updated 6 November 2026.
Never fluoridated. A fluoride plant was installed, but council voted unanimously in August 2013 to keep fluoride out.
Without fluoridated water, dental guidelines put more weight on fluoride toothpaste, diet and regular check-ups. Some people prefer fluoride-free options.
Law: Water Fluoridation Act 2008 (amended 2012)
Who decides: Each council decides, since the 2012 handover. 16 of 77 still add it.
Coverage: about 72% of residents. First fluoridated: Mandated 2008.
Never fluoridated.
No. Fluoride is not added to Mount Isa's water. Never fluoridated. A fluoride plant was installed, but council voted unanimously in August 2013 to keep fluoride out.
Each council decides, since the 2012 handover. 16 of 77 still add it.
Look up Mount Isa City Council'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.