Injecting equipment available
RUSH carries a full range of injecting equipment, including fitpacks, needles, barrels, filters, tourniquets, water, spoons and swabs. Just drop in and we’ll give them to you on the spot.
Alternatively, our Thursday Outreach Service can deliver the equipment you need locally. Just place an order by 2pm Wednesday afternoon and we’ll deliver your order on the Thursday of that week.
Need a quick reference to what equipment is available? Take a look at our handy Injecting Equipment guide.
New sizes of needle in stock:
We now have 23g x 1" (0.6 x 25mm) needles (blue).
We now have 30g x 1/2" (0.3 x 13mm) needles available.
Safe disposal
Safe disposal of injecting equipment isn’t just about protecting yourself, it’s about protecting your friends, family and the community. We’re not just talking needles, either – swabs, tourniquets and even water should be disposed of responsibly. Remember, once it’s been opened, it’s no longer sterile.
RUSH takes any used equipment for disposal. We also offer a range of disposal containers.
Whether it's for yourself or you want to provide disposal facilities for others, you’ll find more information on our Safe Disposal page.
Needle clean-up
If you’ve found a used syringe, we don’t recommend trying to dispose of it yourself. Call us on 9388 5110 or 0412 266 226 or the NSW Needle Clean Up Hotline on 1800 633 353 (1800 NEEDLE).
If it’s vital that you deal with found equipment immediately, be sure to read our safe handling guide first.
Support services
As well as providing clean injecting equipment, RUSH offers advice, education, support and counselling services free of charge. We also provide referrals to various other medical and community social services. So if there’s anything you need help with, let us know – chances are we can either help you directly, or put you in touch with someone who can.
Of course, in the case of an overdose or any other situation requiring immediate attention, call an ambulance or visit your local hospital’s Emergency Department as soon as possible.
All the services we provide are anonymous and confidential.
Get in touch, or just drop in.
Northern Beaches
DRUG WARNING: Fentanyl and acetylfentanyl have been found in heroin in central Sydney during January 2021. These drugs were also found in regional NSW and Sydney during November and December 2020. See monthly message for more info and link to NSW Health warning.
612-624 Pittwater Road, Brookvale. Brookvale Community Health Centre (Opposite Warringah Mall). Ph: 9388 5110
We are open 9am to 5pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday.
Please note; Days & Hours are subject to change, so to avoid disappointment please call to check we will be open.
We will be closed for the Easter Break Friday 2nd April & Mon 5th April 2021*
DBS testing for Hep C & HIV available on site Wed fortnightly. The next in house testing day will be Wed 10th March & Wed 24th March between 10am-1pm. Please call 93885110 for more information.
Take home DBS test also available.
COVID-19: If you have symptoms, get tested at a COVID-19 clinic. Symptoms include fever, cough, sore/ scratchy throat, shortness of breath, loss of taste or smell. Self-isolate until you get your results.
If you need advice or have questions, call the National Coronavirus Health Information Line on 1800 020 080. If you require translating or interpreting services, call 131 450.
See www.health.nsw.gov.au/coronavirus for up to date information on COVID-19.
North Shore
2C Herbert Street, St Leonards. Royal North Shore Community Health Centre. Ph: 9462 9040
Located next to the Opiate Treatment Program.
We are open 9am to 5pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday
Please note: days and hours are subject to change, so to avoid disappointment please call to check we will be open.
We will be closed for the Easter Break Friday 2nd April & Monday 5th April 2021
Where can I get a clean fit?
Locations (click to expand)
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Brookvale RUSH/ aka Beaches NSP
612-624 Pittwater Road , Brookvale, 9388 5110
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday 9am - 5pm.
If you have any symptoms of COVID-19 please get tested. For more information see: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/Infectious/covid-19/Pages/default.aspx
Full range of equipment available
24/7 Vending machines on site – No charge per fitpack.
On site DBS ( Dry Blood Spot Testing) for Hep C and HIV is available at Brookvale NSP on Wed fortnightly. The next testing dates are Wed 10th March & Wed 24th March 2021 between 10-am-1:00pm.Please call for information.
DBS take home kits are also available.
We will be closed Friday 2nd April & Monday 5th April 2021
Please call on 9388 5110 for any enquiries on opening hours.
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RNS RUSH Community Health Centre
2c Herbert Street , St Leonards, 9462 9040.
9am to 5pm, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday.
Full range of equipment available
Two vending machines on site – No charge per fitpack.
We will be closed Friday 2nd April & Monday 5th April 2021
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Brooklyn Community Health Centre
Cnr of Brooklyn Rd & Dangar Rd, Brooklyn, 9985 7717
Mon- Fri 9am to 5pm
Fitpacks and steroid packs available.
No vending machine.External Sharp Bin available for disposals.
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Berowra Community Health Centre
123 Berowra Waters Road, Berowra, 9485 7544
Mon-Fri 8:00am - 4:30pm
Vending machine on site (24 /7) hour access – No charge per Fitpack. When the centre is open fitpacks, steroid packs and condoms are available from reception.
External Sharp Bin available
Steroid packs are now available, just ask at reception. Each pack contains 30 x 3ml syringes, 30 x 23g (blue) needles, 30 x 19g (pale yellow) drawing up needles, swabs and a disposal bin. -
Hillview Community Health Centre
1334 Pacific Highway, Turramurra, 9024 9000
Thur - Fri only 8:00am - 4:30pm
Fitpacks available from reception. Please note opening hours may vary.
No vending machine.External Sharp Bin available
Steroid packs are now available, just ask at reception. Each pack contains 30 x 3ml syringes, 30 x 23g (blue) needles, 30 x 19g (pale yellow) drawing up needles, swabs and a disposal bin.
Hornsby Hospital does have a vending machine for 24/7 access to fitpacks.
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Galston Community Health Centre
17 Arcadia Street, Galston, 9485 7599
Mon - Fri 7:30am -4:00pm
Vending machine on site – No charge per Fitpack. 6pks & 10Pks available.
External Community Sharps Bin
When the centre is open fitpacks are also available from a self serve chute. Free condoms.
Steroid packs are now available, just ask at reception. Each pack contains 30 x 3ml syringes, 30 x 23g (blue) needles, 30 x 19g (pale yellow) drawing up needles, swabs and a disposal bin. -
Hornsby Hospital Emergency Dept
Palmerstone Road , Hornsby, 9477 9123
24 hours / 7 days a week
Vending machine on site – No charge per Fitpack.
Now located on Lowe Road, Gate 4, next to Drug & AlcoholFree self-serve fitpack chute located within the ED. During the COVID-19 crisis access the chute via the Maternity Department entrance.
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Mona Vale Hospital Emergency Department
Coronation Street, Mona Vale, 9998 0333
24 hours / 7 days a week
Fitpacks available only.
Vending machine on site – No charge per Fitpack.External Sharp Bin available for disposals.
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Ryde Hospital Emergency Department
Denistone Road, Eastwood, 9958 7888
24 hours / 7 days a week
Fitpacks available only.
No vending machine.External Sharp Bin available for disposals.
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Pennant Hills CHC
5 Fisher Avenue, , Pennant Hills, 94857588,
Mon- Fri 8:00am-4:30pm
Fitpacks, steroid packs and condoms are available from reception. External Community Sharps Bin.
Fitpacks and Steroid packs are also available from Ryde Hospital ED (24hr access), A full range of equipement is available from our services at RNS, St Leonards and Brookvale CHC.
Steroid packs: each pack contains 3ml syringes x 30, 23g/32mm needles x 30, 19g/38mm needles x 30, approx 60 alcohol swabs and a 1.4L disposal bin.
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SDECC
91 Pittwater Road, Manly, 9977 0711
Mon - Fri 9am to 5pm
Fitpacks available only.
No vending machine.A Full range of equipment available at our Beaches site. Brookvale Community Health Centre- 612-624 Pittwater Road Brookvale 9388 5110. Vending machines available for 24/7 access and an external Sharp Bin for disposals is available.
