Policies
Supporting Clubs to Stay Safe, Compliant, and Aligned with Best Practice
Every rugby club in Australia plays a role in upholding the integrity, safety, and inclusive values of our game. Having clear and accessible policies in place isn’t just about compliance — it’s about creating strong, safe, and sustainable club environments that players, families, volunteers, and sponsors can trust.
Whether you're a committee member, coach, volunteer, or club administrator, policies provide the framework for consistent decision-making, risk management, and accountability. They help clubs navigate complex issues such as:
- Member protection and child safety
- Codes of conduct for players, parents, coaches and officials
- Anti-discrimination and harassment
- Inclusion and diversity
- Privacy and data security
- Social media and communication practices
- Event management and alcohol consumption
Robust policies support better governance, reduce liability, and build community confidence in your club.
Rugby Australia provides a comprehensive library of national policies, frameworks, and codes. These documents apply to all affiliated clubs and should be implemented and visible at the club level.
You’ll find current policy versions covering:
- Child Safeguarding policy
- Code of Conduct
- Inclusion Policy
- Disciplinary Procedures
- Concussion Management
- Social Media Guidelines
- Working With Children Check (WWCC) processes
- Download and Review all relevant policies via the Rugby Australia link.
- Adopt the policies into your club operations — either directly or with minor tailoring.
- Communicate them to your club community (via your website, handbooks, or registration packs).
- Train your committee and coaches on key policy areas, especially safeguarding and codes of conduct.
- Display core policies at your club and on your digital platforms.
