The fluoride status of Caloundra's public water supply, who decides, and how to check it yourself. Page last updated 6 November 2026.
Fluoridated by Seqwater, distributed by Unitywater. Ewen Maddock plant averaged 0.72 mg/L in September 2026.
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: 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.
0.72 mg/L (Sept 2026), according to Seqwater, Sept 2026. Fluoridated supplies in Australia target 0.6 to 1.1 mg/L, and the health guideline maximum is 1.5 mg/L.
Yes. Fluoride is added to Caloundra's water. Fluoridated by Seqwater, distributed by Unitywater. Ewen Maddock plant averaged 0.72 mg/L in September 2026.
Each council decides, since the 2012 handover. 16 of 77 still add it.
Look up Sunshine Coast (Seqwater)'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.