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Is there fluoride in Casino water?

The fluoride status of Casino's public water supply, who decides, and how to check it yourself. Page last updated 6 November 2026.

Fluoride added
Yes. Fluoride is added to Casino's water.

Council's own Casino supply, fluoridated since 25 Feb 2009 (not part of Rous).

Water supplier
Richmond Valley Council
State
New South Wales
Target dose if added
0.6-1.1 mg/L
Source
Council and state health data
Local context

Casino compared with nearby supplies

In the news

Casino in our reporting

The Byron exception: how one shire stayed fluoride-free while its neighbours were dosed

Lismore and Ballina were directed to fluoridate in 2015. Byron Shire and Nimbin were not. A look at the Northern Rivers' long fight over the tap.

Timeline

Casino fluoride history

  1. 25 Feb 2009Richmond Valley Council begins fluoridating Casino's own supply.
What it means for you

Living with fluoridated water in Casino

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.

Corrections

6 November 2026: Corrected supplier: Casino has its own Richmond Valley supply, fluoridated since 2009, not Rous Water.

All data updates and corrections

Who decides

How fluoride is decided in New South Wales

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.

Nearby

Fluoride in nearby towns

LismoreFluoride added · 23 kmKyogleFluoride added · 27 kmCorakiFluoride added · 27 kmNimbinNo fluoride added · 33 kmClunesFluoride added · 38 kmEvans HeadFluoride added · 47 km
Common questions

Casino fluoride FAQ

Does Casino tap water have fluoride?

Yes. Fluoride is added to Casino's water. Council's own Casino supply, fluoridated since 25 Feb 2009 (not part of Rous).

Who decides whether fluoride is added in Casino?

Councils apply, NSW Health approves. Only the Health Secretary can approve stopping.

How can I check the fluoride level in Casino?

Look up Richmond Valley 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.

Does boiling water remove fluoride?

No. Boiling leaves the fluoride behind and slightly concentrates it. Reverse osmosis, distillation and activated alumina filters remove fluoride. Read more.