The fluoride status of Maroochydore's public water supply, who decides, and how to check it yourself. Page last updated 6 November 2026.
Council chose to keep fluoride in January 2025 after reviewing risks and costs.
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.
Yes. Fluoride is added to Maroochydore's water. Council chose to keep fluoride in January 2025 after reviewing risks and costs.
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.