The fluoride status of Busselton's public water supply, who decides, and how to check it yourself. Page last updated 6 November 2026.
Busselton Water does not fluoridate, but its water contains natural fluoride.
Natural levels vary from bore to bore, from 0.1 to 1.0 mg/L.
Without fluoridated water, dental guidelines put more weight on fluoride toothpaste, diet and regular check-ups. Your supply does carry some natural fluoride. Some people prefer fluoride-free options.
Law: Fluoridation of Public Water Supplies Act 1966
Who decides: Health Minister, on advice of an advisory committee.
Coverage: about 94% of residents (2025). First fluoridated: Perth, 1968.
0.42 mg/L natural (2024-25 average), according to Busselton Water report 2024-25. Fluoridated supplies in Australia target 0.6 to 1.1 mg/L, and the health guideline maximum is 1.5 mg/L.
Never added.
Fluoride isn't added, but it occurs naturally in Busselton's water. Busselton Water does not fluoridate, but its water contains natural fluoride.
Health Minister, on advice of an advisory committee.
Look up Busselton 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.
No. Boiling leaves the fluoride behind and slightly concentrates it. Reverse osmosis, distillation and activated alumina filters remove fluoride. Read more.