11 Nov 2024
Fern Tree drop vying for the title of Australia's best again
Taken directly from the source on kunanyi/Mount Wellington, tap water from Fern Tree will compete for the title of “Best Tasting Tap Water in Australia” this Saturday, after taking out the title last year.
As the reigning champions, the state has the honour of hosting this year’s event on home turf, with the competition set to take place at the JackJumpers Family Day, where attendees will be invited to taste all the water samples and cast a vote for their favourite.
Sourced from rainfall and snowmelt on Mount Wellington, its pure taste and clarity has long been celebrated by the local community.
TasWater General Manager Operations Brendan Windmeyer expressed excitement at the opportunity to host the event and the chance for Tasmania to win the national title for the second year in a row.
“Our purpose is to provide exceptional water and sewerage services for a thriving Tasmania,” Mr Windmeyer said.
“Nothing exemplifies that more than giving our customers confidence that every time they turn on the tap, they are getting the highest quality, best tasting water.
“Winning the national title back-to-back would be a huge claim to fame for the Fern Tree team and our entire workforce, and we can’t wait to see what the national judges think of this year’s entry.”
Mr Windmeyer said the competition was a chance to recognise the hard work of water service operators around the state and their diligence and commitment to delivering consistently safe and great tasting drinking water to their communities.
Statewide judging earlier this year crowned Fern Tree as the winner of Tasmania’s best tasting tap water – for the second year running.
The 2024 national winner will have bragging rights for the next 12 months as the provider of Australia’s top water drop and will go on to represent Australia at the annual Berkeley Springs International Water Tasting Competition in West Virginia, USA in February 2025. Judging will run between 10am and 11.30am, and the winner will be announced at approximately 11.45am.