The Medically Supervised Injecting Room (MSIR) is a world-class health service providing life-saving, compassionate healthcare and support for people who use drugs.
Delivered in partnership with North Richmond Community Health, St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne, Access Health and Community, and Your Community Health, the MSIR provides supervision for people who inject drugs in a clean and safe environment. It also provides wraparound care and support including access to mental health, medical, blood-borne virus testing and treatment, dental, housing, drug treatment and rehabilitation, and other health and social services onsite.
“At the heart of our work is a simple belief: every person deserves to be treated with dignity and respect, no matter their circumstances.”
Making a difference
visits to the MSIR since we opened in 2018.
overdoses safely managed at the MSIR.
wraparound health and social services accessed onsite.
fatalities inside the MSIR
Read more about how our experienced and dedicated team are making a difference and saving lives every day.
Why North Richmond?
The North Richmond community has faced the challenges of drug use and related harms for decades. The City of Yarra, which encompasses North Richmond, recorded the highest number of heroin-related deaths in Victoria over a nine-year period (2009–2018).
The decision to establish an MSIR in North Richmond was based on international evidence, recommendations from a parliamentary inquiry, strong support from a broad range of stakeholders, including coroners, medical experts, first responders, and community members. Independent reviews conducted during the MSIR’s six-year trial period have demonstrated that the service has saved lives and connected thousands of people to critical health and social support services.
Proudly delivered by North Richmond Health Partners
Supporting our community
North Richmond Health Partners is deeply committed to supporting the safety and wellbeing of our community. As part of the establishment of an enhanced, comprehensive model of care for clients, North Richmond Health Partners will focus on actively engaging with local residents and traders to address the broader challenges and impacts of drug use experienced by the North Richmond Community, including increased safety and amenity measures.
- Request immediate support from an AOD outreach worker by calling 1800 841 051
- Provide feedback to North Richmond Community Health
- Request pick-ups by Yarra City Council
- Request street cleaning services by Yarra City Council
- Report criminal activity or antisocial behaviour to Crime Stoppers (People accessing the service are legally protected for using or possessing less than a trafficable amount of drugs)
- In the case of an emergency, always call Triple Zero (000).
Take a tour
Group tours run on Monday mornings for anyone who wishes to learn more about how a medically supervised injecting room operates. The service is closed to clients during these times. Find out more and register your interest for a tour here.
Media enquiries
For any media enquiries, please email media@nrch.com.au or call 0426 604 066.
Contact Us
Location
North Richmond Community Health 23 Lennox St Richmond, VIC 3121
Entry via Lennox St.
You do not need an appointment.
Phone
(03) 9418 9811
Opening Hours:
| Monday | 9:00am – 8:45pm |
| Tuesday | 7:30am – 8:45pm |
| Wednesday | 7:30am – 8:45pm |
| Thursday | 7:30am – 8:45pm |
| Friday | 7:30am – 8:45pm |
| Saturday | 9:00am – 6:45pm |
| Sunday | 9:00am – 6:45pm |
The Medically Supervised Injecting Room is supported by the Victorian Government.