Yarra Valley Water’s tap water to compete for title of Australia’s best
The water sample, from Yarra Valley Water’s Plantes Hill Reservoir in Lilydale, will compete against samples from across the country to potentially be crowned Australia’s best-tasting tap water. A win here would see Melbourne’s tap water competing on the world stage—a source of pride for customers who already enjoy this award-winning water every day.
Since its Victorian win earlier this year, the Yarra Valley Water sample has been celebrated for its exceptional taste, clarity, colour, and purity.
Known for delivering high-quality tap water to over two million people, Yarra Valley Water aims to showcase that the clean, fresh taste of its tap water rivals bottled water, offering customers both quality and convenience straight from the tap.
Yarra Valley Water Managing Director Pat McCafferty expressed excitement about the upcoming finals and highlighted the value for customers.
“We’re thrilled to be delivering the best tap water in Victoria to our customers, and we’re honoured to now have the chance to compete for the national title,” Mr McCafferty said. “This recognition shows that you don’t need bottled water for a world-class experience—it’s right here on tap, providing high quality, convenience, and value for money.”
Melbourne’s tap water is renowned for its purity, which is due in part to its protected catchments. Most of Melbourne’s drinking water comes from pristine reservoirs to the east of the city, where access has been restricted for over a century to keep the water clean.
Yarra Valley Water’s commitment to stringent quality controls means every glass of water meets the highest standards for taste and safety.
“Melbourne is one of the few cities worldwide that draws its tap water from such pristine sources. The natural purity of our catchments means our water requires minimal treatment, and we’re proud to share this high-quality water with our customers,” Mr McCafferty said.
The Victorian-winning sample originates from the Silvan Reservoir, managed by Melbourne Water, before being treated in Lilydale and distributed to Yarra Valley Water customers.
“As we head into the national finals, Yarra Valley Water customers can take pride in knowing they’re drinking water that’s nationally acclaimed for its outstanding quality,” said Mr McCafferty.