Yes, water treatment in Australia is governed by stringent regulations to ensure safety and quality. The Australian Drinking Water Guidelines (ADWG), established by the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) and the Natural Resource Management Ministerial Council, set the framework for these standards. These cover microbial, chemical, and radiological water quality aspects. Additionally, individual states and territories may implement their own supplementary regulations, ensuring consistent water quality standards across various uses and regions