The fluoride status of Moura's public water supply, who decides, and how to check it yourself. Page last updated 6 November 2026.
Council resolved on 28 August 2025 to stop fluoridating at the Moura and Biloela plants, effective 20 November 2025. Dosing had not actually run for several years.
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.
Fluoridation formally ended on 20 November 2025.
No. Fluoride is not added to Moura's water. Council resolved on 28 August 2025 to stop fluoridating at the Moura and Biloela plants, effective 20 November 2025. Dosing had not actually run for several years.
Each council decides, since the 2012 handover. 16 of 77 still add it.
Look up Banana Shire 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.