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As cities and towns grow across Australia, stormwater runoff has become an increasing threat to our water supplies. When rainwater flows over roads, roofs, and other surfaces, it picks up pollutants — from oils and heavy metals to chemicals and...

Fluoride has been added to many Australian water supplies since the mid-20th century to help reduce tooth decay. While public health officials praise its dental benefits, fluoride in tap water remains a topic of debate, with concerns about overexposure and...

Nitrates, naturally occurring compounds found in soil and water, have become a growing concern in Australian drinking water supplies. Often introduced through fertilisers, septic systems, and agricultural runoff, nitrates can contaminate groundwater and tap water, posing serious health risks, especially...

Many Australian households face the challenges of hard water — water that contains high levels of dissolved minerals like calcium and magnesium. While hard water isn’t harmful to health, it can cause significant issues in your home and daily life....

Lead contamination in drinking water remains a serious concern for many Australian households, particularly those with older plumbing systems. While Australian water authorities monitor and manage lead levels in public supplies, lead can still leach into tap water from household...

Chlorine is widely used in Australian water treatment to kill harmful bacteria and pathogens, ensuring safe drinking water. However, while chlorine is essential for disinfection, it can also react with organic matter in the water to form disinfection byproducts (DBPs),...

Australia’s beautiful waterways are facing a growing threat from harmful algal blooms (HABs). These blooms, caused by rapid growth of algae in lakes, rivers, and reservoirs, produce toxins that can contaminate drinking water supplies. With climate change and nutrient runoff...

When you turn on your tap, you expect clear, clean water. But many Australian households experience cloudy water, gritty sediments, or visible particles—signs that sediment contamination might be affecting your water supply. While sediment may seem harmless, it can cause...

Heavy metals such as arsenic, mercury, cadmium, and chromium are naturally occurring elements that can contaminate Australian water supplies. While some are found in trace amounts in the environment, elevated levels in drinking water pose serious health risks that every...

Microplastics—tiny plastic particles less than 5 millimeters in size—have become a global environmental concern, and Australian tap water is no exception. Recent studies have found microplastics contaminating water supplies across the country, raising questions about the long-term impact on human...

Australia’s clean water reputation is well-earned, but the increasing use of pesticides and herbicides in agriculture poses a growing threat to the quality of tap water in many regions. These chemicals can contaminate waterways and groundwater, making their way into...

Lead contamination in drinking water is a serious issue that many Australian households may not be aware of. Despite modern water treatment and safety standards, lead can still enter your water through old plumbing systems, putting your family’s health at...

When it comes to keeping Australia’s water supply safe, chlorine and chloramine have been essential allies. These disinfectants are widely used to kill harmful bacteria and viruses, protecting millions from waterborne diseases. But while they play a vital role, their...

Australia prides itself on clean, safe drinking water. Yet, a silent and persistent threat is lurking in many water supplies across the country: PFAS — a group of man-made chemicals that are increasingly being detected in tap water. Known as...

For most Australians, turning on the tap means clean, safe drinking water. But beneath the surface lies a complex mix of chemicals, metals, and microscopic particles that can affect your health — and you might be drinking them every day...