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Safe sharps disposal in Queensland
What do you need help with?
How it works
Helping you handle and dispose of sharps safely, wherever you are.
Find the right next step quickly — without searching multiple websites or calling around.
Whether you've found a needle, use sharps at home, or need help after an injury, we’ll guide you with practical, local advice focused on safety and harm reduction.
Choose the help topic
Select what you need help with - for example found sharps, personal use, or a needlestick injury.
Enter your suburb
Search by suburb or council so we can match the right local guidance.
Follow the guidance
Get clear next steps first, with extra details available if you need them.
ABOUT SHARPSQLD
Supporting safer sharps use and disposal across Queensland
Sharps QLD is a harm reduction initiative focused on giving Queensland residents straightforward, up-to-date guidance for sharps disposal and safe handling.
Our goal is to reduce health risks by making accurate sharps disposal information available in one place, without having to call around or search multiple websites.
Sharps are things like needles, syringes, or lancets that can cut or poke the skin. Sharps must always be disposed of safely to keep ourselves, our neighbours, and our wildlife safe.
Through collaboration with local councils, healthcare providers, and community resources, we aim to foster a safer, more informed approach to sharps management.
Quick clarifications
What if I don't know my council?
That's okay. The tool is designed for Queensland, but if you can't find your council or are from somewhere else, you can still use the tool. We'll still be able to provide general safety guidance.
Can I use this for personal sharps disposal?
Yes. The tool covers personal use, found sharps, needlestick injuries, and general safety guidance.
What if the information looks wrong?
You can flag it using the feedback option at the end of your result. This helps keep the information accurate and up to date.