The fluoride status of Nimbin's public water supply, who decides, and how to check it yourself. Page last updated 6 November 2026.
Nimbin's town supply was excluded from the Rous rollout.
Without fluoridated water, dental guidelines put more weight on fluoride toothpaste, diet and regular check-ups. Some people prefer fluoride-free options.
Law: Fluoridation of Public Water Supplies Act 1957
Who decides: Councils apply, NSW Health approves. Only the Health Secretary can approve stopping.
Coverage: about 93% of residents (2017). First fluoridated: Yass, 1956.
No. Fluoride is not added to Nimbin's water. Nimbin's town supply was excluded from the Rous rollout.
Councils apply, NSW Health approves. Only the Health Secretary can approve stopping.
Look up Lismore 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.