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Is there fluoride in Coolah water?

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

No fluoride added
No. Fluoride is not added to Coolah's water.

A dosing system was installed but never operated.

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

Coolah compared with nearby supplies

In the news

Coolah in our reporting

Switched off: the NSW towns where fluoride quietly stopped

Tweed went nine months without it. Bowral has had none since July 2025, Mudgee since 2020, Nyngan since 2015. Broken Hill is dosed on paper but barely registers. No council voted for any of this. Here's the list.

What it means for you

Looking after teeth in Coolah without added fluoride

Without fluoridated water, dental guidelines put more weight on fluoride toothpaste, diet and regular check-ups. Some people prefer fluoride-free options.

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

DunedooNaturally occurring · 37 kmGulgongFluoride added · 62 kmCoonabarabranNo fluoride added · 75 kmMudgeeNo fluoride added · 86 kmQuirindiNo fluoride added · 98 kmGilgandraNo fluoride added · 101 km
Common questions

Coolah fluoride FAQ

Is Coolah's fluoride status changing?

A dosing system was installed but never operated. NSW Health has funded reinstatement.

Does Coolah tap water have fluoride?

No. Fluoride is not added to Coolah's water. A dosing system was installed but never operated.

Who decides whether fluoride is added in Coolah?

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

How can I check the fluoride level in Coolah?

Look up Warrumbungle Shire'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.