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Is there fluoride in Jindabyne water?

The fluoride status of Jindabyne'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 Jindabyne's water.

Jindabyne, East Jindabyne and Berridale dosing paused since 21 Nov 2024 for plant maintenance; no resumption notice found. A 2025 motion to survey residents on ending fluoridation was defeated 5-6.

Dosing currently off

Equipment failed in 2017 and 2018. NSW Health funded new systems and dosing restarted around May 2023, before the November 2024 pause.

Water supplier
Snowy Monaro Regional
State
New South Wales
Target dose if added
0.6-1.1 mg/L
Water source
Jindabyne and East Jindabyne WTPs (Lake Jindabyne)
Source
Snowy Monaro Regional Council
Local context

Jindabyne compared with nearby supplies

In the news

Jindabyne 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.

Timeline

Jindabyne fluoride history

  1. 2017Equipment fails.
  2. May 2023Dosing resumes with NSW Health funded equipment.
  3. 21 Nov 2024Dosing paused for maintenance.
What it means for you

Looking after teeth in Jindabyne 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

BerridaleNo fluoride added · 20 kmCoomaFluoride added · 49 kmCorryongNo fluoride added · 69 kmBombalaNo fluoride added · 78 kmTumbarumbaFluoride added · 90 kmBatlowFluoride added · 109 km
Common questions

Jindabyne fluoride FAQ

Is Jindabyne's fluoride status changing?

Dosing paused since 21 November 2024 for plant maintenance, with no resumption notice found. Includes East Jindabyne and Berridale.

Does Jindabyne tap water have fluoride?

No. Fluoride is not added to Jindabyne's water. Jindabyne, East Jindabyne and Berridale dosing paused since 21 Nov 2024 for plant maintenance; no resumption notice found. A 2025 motion to survey residents on ending fluoridation was defeated 5-6.

Who decides whether fluoride is added in Jindabyne?

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

How can I check the fluoride level in Jindabyne?

Look up Snowy Monaro Regional'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.