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How good is the tap water in Cairns, Australia ?


6 people said "I love the tap water here", 5 people said "I drink filtered tap water", 1 people said "The tap water is not safe to drink".

All in all, 50% of folks here drink from the tap.



How good is the tap water in all of Australia?


512 people said "I drink filtered tap water", 989 people said "I love the tap water here", 286 people said "The tap water is not safe to drink",

All in all, 55% of folks here drink from the tap.


Further reading on tap water in Cairns


The best source for verifying tap water quality in Cairns is the Cairns Regional Council. They regularly test and monitor the water quality to ensure it meets the Australian Drinking Water Guidelines. Here is the link to their website where you can find information about water quality reports and testing results:

1.Cairns Regional Council Water Quality: - Website: https://www.cairns.qld.gov.au/water-waste-roads/water/water-quality Additionally, you can also refer to the Queensland Government's Department of Energy and Water Supply for more information on water quality in Cairns:

2.Queensland Government - Water Quality: - Website: https://www.qld.gov.au/environment/water/quality These sources will provide you with comprehensive information and updates on the tap water quality in Cairns.

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