Adelaide water has developed a poor reputation over the years, and deservedly so, I recall when I was a kid the water was not all that brilliant. However, in its defence, during the 50's, 60's and 70's the Adelaide Engineering and Water Supply Dept were installing and changing most of the water supply infrastructure, the result was of course lots of sediment disturbance in the system, which of course showed in what came through our taps. Nowadays its a different story, the quality of our water is very generally very good. During the past 16 years I have owned a Silvia and now a Bezzera Domus Galatea, both have been fed on unfiltered South Australian water with no problem whatsoever. I Do back flush and descale regularly. Not suggesting others don't use filtered water, if you feel happier installing a filter don't let me dissuade you, I have not found it necessary. Yes I drink water from the tap and cant detect any taste, perhaps I'm used to it, or maybe I've simply got a crap palate. ;D
