Bottled Water (Still)

Bottled still water is simply drinking water that’s been treated, filtered, or sourced from a natural spring and packaged in a sealed container. It contains no carbonation, flavouring, or additives.

In Australia, bottled water is widely available in sizes from small single-serve bottles to large multi-litre containers for home or office use. Some brands market themselves as spring or mineral water from specific geographic sources, while others are purified municipal water. The practical differences for everyday drinking are minimal.

It’s a convenient option when tap water isn’t accessible, but Australia generally has excellent municipal water supplies. Many people carry reusable bottles and refill from the tap, reserving bottled water for travel, emergencies, or situations where clean water isn’t otherwise available.