Health official may override Whangārei decision on water fluoridation
Saturday 8 February 2025 · 3 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story Whangārei District Council, Diana Sarfati
The Director-General of Health has warned that she may intervene to fluoridate Whangārei's drinking water if the district council fails to comply with a government directive. The council is currently the only one of 14 refusing the measure, which must be implemented by 28 March. Ratepayers could face nearly $5 million in additional costs.
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