Safe disposal of needles and sharps

It is important to dispose of needles and sharps safely to prevent the risk of injury to people in the community.

What are community sharps?

Community sharps include any needle, syringe, lancet, or similar equipment used in:

• Managing diabetes or other medical conditions
• Injecting medications or other substances
• Animal care for pets or livestock 

Why safe disposal matters

Community sharps must always be stored securely and kept separate from other waste.

Sharps can seriously harm waste workers, cleaners and the wider community if not handled properly. Never dispose sharps in:

Household bins (red, yellow or green bins)

Kerbside clean ups

Public litter bins

Toilets or drains

Bushland, parks, streets, or waterways 

How to dispose of sharps

Community sharps disposal locations

You can safely drop off sealed sharps containers at the following local pharmacies: