Fluoridation

Their decision was based on advice from the World Health Organization (WHO).
WHO and other international and national health and scientific experts endorse water fluoridation as the most effective public health measure for preventing dental decay. It is also recommended as an important contribution to health equity.

Residents who do not wish to have fluoridated water have the option of removing themselves from the supply and moving to self-supply, however this would be at their own personal cost. A half charge water connection would apply, as Council still has to be able to provide water to their home, for example if they sell the house and the new homeowner wants to reconnect. Additionally, regardless of when they disconnect, they will continue to be charged full rates until June 30, 2025, as this income has been included in the rate calculations for this 12-month period.

If you are wanting to disconnect services to your property,  check out Service Connections | Tararua District Council

Having an alternative water supply for those that prefer not to have fluoridated water would go against the direction that Council has been given by the Ministry of Health. Secondly, the layout of the water treatment plant makes this physically impossible.