Fluoridation plant opening

A small ceremony will be held at the Lake Cargelligo Town Water Treatment Plant on Monday 20 July 2020 to celebrate the official commissioning of the fluoridation scheme.

There will be a small morning tea provided by Council at 10am in front of the plant. Local councillor Paul Phillips will be present, with Mayor John Medcalf OAM officially opening the plant at 10.30am with the unveiling of a plaque to mark the occasion.

Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral found in rocks and soil, vegetables and grains, as well as in fresh and salt water. The fluoride found in the environment, however is not sufficient on its own to protect our teeth, which is why small supplemental amounts are added to the water supply, as well as into toothpaste and other dental products.

Fluoride is crucial in combatting tooth decay, giving teeth extra strength when they are developing to enable them to better resist the bacterial acid which causes tooth decay. Fluoride also combats the plaque which leads to tooth decay.

Lachlan Shire Council takes the Health and Safety of all its residents very seriously and strict criteria has been followed before the commencement of fluoridation of the Lake Cargelligo water supply. Great importance has been placed on ensuring the fluoridation unit is operating and commissioned correctly to meet Australian Drinking Water Guidelines.

A lengthy commissioning process has been undertaken by NSW Health and Department of Planning, Industry and Environment to ensure the plant is operating correctly. As a result, NSW Health has granted approval for the fluoridation of the Lake Cargelligo Town Water Supply.

For further information on fluoridation please visit: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/environment/water/Documents/water-fluoridation-presentation.pdf?hc_location=ufi