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Boil water advisory· Microbiological

Boil Water Alert: Amby

Residents of Amby are advised to boil tap water intended for drinking from 1 September 2026 until further notice. This precautionary measure follows repairs made to the township’s chlorination system, resulting in low chlorine in the water reticulation network. Bottled water is available for the community behind the Amby Hall while this alert is active. Update (Maranoa Regional Council, 11.09.2026, 23:55): The precautionary measure follows repairs made to the township’s bore.

Amby, Maranoa Region, Australia

3 sources07/09/2026, 07:30

Lifted· Chemical contamination

23/2/26: Erina (NSW). Drinking Water. PFHxS

The per- and polyfluoroalkyl substance (PFAS) PFHxS was detected in drinking water in Erina, New South Wales, on February 26, 2023, at a concentration of 0.001 µg/L. This information was reported by a platform aggregating PFAS incidents in Australia, linking to the Central Coast Council's general information page on PFAS.

Erina, NSW, Australia

06/09/2026, 23:25

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Chemical contamination· Limit exceeded

Hughenden residents rely on bottled water as Queensland's water infrastructure reaches crisis point

Einwohner von Hughenden, Queensland, Australien, sind gezwungen, Flaschenwasser zu kaufen, da ihr Leitungswasser aufgrund veralteter Infrastruktur, einschließlich alter Bohrlöcher, verfärbt ist, schlecht riecht und ekelhaft schmeckt. Familien geben wöchentlich über 50 Dollar für Wasser aus, da der Zustand des Leitungswassers die Menschen davon abhält, es zu trinken oder es sogar in Cafés zu verwenden. Der Gemeinderat versucht, das Problem abschnittsweise zu beheben, kämpft jedoch mit unzureichender Finanzierung für umfassende Modernisierungen der Wasserinfrastruktur, von der mehr als die Hälfte in Queensland das Ende ihrer Lebensdauer erreicht hat.

Hughenden, Queensland, Australia

2 sources05/09/2026, 23:30

Lifted· Chemical contamination· Limit exceeded

Highest PFAS pollution detected in Lake Mulwala drinking water supply

On July 13, 2023, Victoria's highest PFAS pollution event in a drinking water supply was recorded at Lake Mulwala, Yarrawonga. A PFOS level of 0.29µg/L was found, exceeding the current PFOS drinking water guideline by 36 times. Nine different PFAS chemicals were detected during this incident, the cause of which remains uninvestigated.

Yarrawonga, Victoria, Australia

02/09/2026, 23:20

Lifted· Chemical contamination· Limit exceeded

Riverina Water diluting drinking supply in Wagga Wagga amid elevated PFAS levels

Elevated PFAS levels were detected in Riverina Water's West Wagga bore field during routine testing in December 2025, with PFOS in one untreated sample almost twice the Australian Drinking Water Guidelines. Riverina Water introduced a dilution program that brought treated water back within the guidelines and says the supply remains safe to drink. The contamination source is unclear, and testing and investigation will continue. Update (Friends of the Earth, 29.08.2026, 09:25): Detections of PFAS occurred in Eastern and Western groundwater bores EW1-3, WW4-5 and the Murrumbidgee River from late 2024 to mid-2026. Levels in some bores reached up to 88.7% of the Australian Drinking Water Guidelines, prompting calls for urgent hydrological work.

Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, Australia

2 sources26/08/2026, 12:00

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Lifted· Chemical contamination· Limit exceeded

The Blue Mountains PFAS Discovery

In Medlow Bath in den Blue Mountains, NSW, wurden erhöhte PFAS-Werte im Medlow Dam entdeckt, der das Cascade Water Filtration Plant versorgt. WaterNSW trennte daraufhin Medlow und Greaves Creek Dams vom Versorgungssystem. Seit Dezember 2024 ist eine spezielle PFAS-Behandlung in Betrieb, und das Trinkwasser entspricht den australischen Richtlinien.

Medlow Bath, Blue Mountains, NSW, Australia

26/08/2026, 11:56

Lifted· Boil water advisory· Microbiological

Advice - Drinking Water - Boil Tap Water

Coliban Water hat eine Trinkwasserwarnung für Guildford und Yapeen herausgegeben. Aufgrund eines Rohrbruchs am späten Mittwochabend kam es zu einer Versorgungsunterbrechung und niedrigem Wasserdruck, was zu Bakterienansammlungen führen kann. Bewohner müssen Leitungswasser vor dem Trinken, der Zubereitung von Speisen und dem Zähneputzen abkochen. Update (Coliban Water, 22.08.2026, 23:19): Repairs are underway, followed by flushing and water quality testing. All-clear (Coliban Water, 23.08.2026, 23:18): The Boil Water Advisory has been lifted and drinking water is now confirmed safe. The advisory was issued on Thursday, August 20, 2026, following a burst water main near Yapeen. Update (ABC Emergency / VicEmergency, 23.08.2026, 23:19): The burst water main occurred on Wednesday night, August 19, 2026.

Guildford and Yapeen, Victoria, Australia

6 sources20/08/2026, 23:18

Lifted· Boil water advisory· Microbiological

Boil Water Notice For Batlow

Batlow residents are advised to boil their tap water or use bottled water until further notice. This is due to a treatment plant process failure that resulted in the supply of water with low chlorine levels into the network. Council staff are working with Health NSW to resolve the situation and are undertaking additional testing. All-clear (Snowy Valleys Council, 22.08.2026, 23:19): The boil water notice, in effect since 18 August 2026, has been lifted as of 21 August 2026.

Batlow, NSW, Australia

2 sources20/08/2026, 23:18

Lifted· Boil water advisory· Microbiological

DIRRANBANDI BOIL WATER ALERT

Balonne Shire Council issued a boil water alert for Dirranbandi after a malfunction at the water treatment plant on August 15, 2026, allowed raw river water into the water reticulation system. Residents are advised to boil water and bottled water is being distributed while repairs, flushing, and water testing are underway. Update (QPS Media, 28.08.2026, 11:25): An Emergency Alert was issued at 9:37 PM on Saturday. All-clear (Balonne Council, 02.09.2026, 09:20): The boil water alert for Dirranbandi has been cancelled following negative coliform bacteria test results from NATA-accredited and in-house water testing.

Dirranbandi, Queensland, Australia

4 sources18/08/2026, 23:18

Lifted· Microbiological

Beaconsfield residents resort to drinking water from bird baths amid supply issues

Residents at a social housing complex on Lefroy Road in Beaconsfield, Perth, have experienced weeks of low water pressure, culminating in a pipe burst on Friday night that cut off water entirely. This has led to a "health hazard" as residents cannot shower, flush toilets, or wash, with some resorting to drinking from bird baths. Bottled water was to be supplied to the affected residents.

Beaconsfield, Perth, Australia

12/08/2026, 23:19

Lifted· Boil water advisory· Microbiological

Boil water alert for Lightning Ridge

Walgett Shire Council has issued a boil water alert for Lightning Ridge. Consumers are advised to refer to the supplier for updates on the incident. All-clear (Walgett Shire Council, 27.08.2026, 00:40): The boil water notice has been lifted, effective from 4.00pm today, Friday 21 August 2026. Residents and businesses can now resume normal use of the town water supply.

Lightning Ridge, New South Wales, Australia

2 sources13/07/2026, 23:20

Lifted· Boil water advisory· Microbiological

Isisford Boil Water Alert - June 2026

Longreach Regional Council has detected above normal turbidity levels in the Isisford Treated Water Supply, indicating potential insufficient treatment. As a precaution, residents are advised to boil water for at least three minutes before consumption, cooking, or personal hygiene. Council is currently working on adjustments at the water treatment plant to resolve the issue.

Isisford, Queensland, Australia

2 sources14/06/2026, 02:08

Lifted· Boil water advisory· Microbiological

Boil water alert remains in place for Nimbin

A boil water alert remains in effect for residents in Nimbin. Lismore City Council advises all consumers to boil their water for drinking and food preparation due to potential microbiological contamination. The notice will stay in place until further testing confirms the water is safe. Update (The Lismore App, 14.06.2026, 02:08): Lismore City Council has extended the Boil Water alert for Nimbin Urban residents due to high turbidity and a failure within the temporary treatment system. Recent rainfall and seasonal changes have made the water unsafe to consume, affecting clarity and treatment effectiveness. Residents are advised to boil all water used for drinking and food preparation until repairs are completed. All-clear (The Echo, 19.06.2026, 09:17): The boil water alert has been lifted for Nimbin village following successful quality testing. The advisory remains active only for properties on the village outskirts supplied by the untreated gravity main. Residents in these rural areas must continue to boil water before consumption. All-clear (Lismore City Council, 19.06.2026, 09:17): Residents are instructed to flush their pipes for 2 to 3 minutes before consuming water. All other details remain unchanged.

Nimbin, New South Wales, Australia

5 sources14/06/2026, 02:08