Needle and Syringe Program (NSP)

Safe, supportive, confidential

The Tasmanian needle and syringe program (NSP) is a confidential health service that helps prevent the spread of blood-borne viruses and promotes harm reduction for people who inject drugs.

At Bridgewater Community House, we provide:

✔ Free, sterile injecting equipment

✔ Safe and discreet disposal facilities for used equipment

✔ Specialist staff who offer respectful, non-judgmental support

✔ Health information and resources on harm reduction and safer practices

✔ Access to hepatitis C clinics run in partnership with the Department of Health

📍 Location: Bridgewater Community House, 6 Bowden Drive, Bridgewater

⏰ Opening hours: Monday to Thursday, 9.00 am to 5:00 pm

*Limited services are also available at the Gagebrook Community House

🚪 Access:

From 8:30 am – use the carpark entrance

From 9:00 am onwards – both the front door and carpark entrance are open

This service is about health, safety, and support. If you need clean equipment, safe disposal options, or expert guidance, we are here to help—no judgment, just care.

Enquire about this program
Location:
Bridgewater Community House
6 Bowden Drive
Bridgewater TAS 7030
(03) 6263 4303
Monday – Thursday,
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Gagebrook Community House
191 Lamprill Circle
Gagebrook TAS 7030
(03) 6263 6097
Monday – Thursday,
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Waterbridge Community Pantry
191 Lamprill Circle
Gagebrook TAS 7030
Monday – Thursday, 9:00 am – 3.:00 pm
Monday – Thursday, 
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
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