Forms, Documents & Policies

Rowing NSW (RNSW) is affiliated with Rowing Australia (RA). Some policies are nationally mandated and are adopted across the sport. Where a policy or resource is owned by RA or other agency, the link will take you to the external source.   

Integrity, Safeguarding & Member Protection

 

For integrity-related information and the complaints process, visit Rowing Australia's Sport Integrity webpage. General enquiries: RA National Integrity Manager: integrity@rowingaustralia.com.au 

 
Document Last Updated
National Integrity Framework Policies
 
Complaints Disputes & Discipline Policy 01/09/2023
Member Protection Policy 01/09/2023
Competition Manipulation and Sport Gambling Policy 01/09/2023
Improper Use of Drugs and Medicine Policy 01/09/2023
Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy 01/09/2023
Rowing Australia Education Plan 2025
Other Policies
 
Code of Conduct 01/09/2023
Personal Grievances Policy 01/09/2023
RIA Gender Diverse & Transgender Inclusion Policy 01/09/2023
Australian National Anti-Doping Policy 01/01/2021
Other
 
RIA Gender Diverse & Transgender Guidelines 01/09/2023
WWCC information  12/05/2025
Play by the Rules  12/05/2025

Membership & Privacy

 
Document/Form Last Updated
Membership Application/Renewal (Online Form) 20/06/2026
Membership Terms & Conditions 19/06/2026
Interstate Transfer Form  
Privacy Policy 17/07/2025

Safety, Risk & Waterways

 
Risk & Safety
 
Document/Resource Last Updated
Risk Management Policy 18/12/2024
Risk Management Plan  
Risk Warning 5/12/2012
RNSW Safety Assumptions 19/01/2026
Interim Heat Management Policy 21/01/2018
RNSW Heat Management Plan and Guidelines 13/01/2026
RNSW Lightning Safety Guidelines (Interim)  5/03/2025
Sun Protection Policy 10/11/2014
Rowing and Heart Health, including RA Cardiac Screening Guidelines 13/01/2026
Sports Medicine Australia (SMA) resources 13/01/2026
Maritime & Water Safety
 
Document/Resource Last Updated
Vessel Incident Report - Service NSW 13/01/2026
Boating Safety Resources, including Boating Handbook - Transport for NSW 13/01/2026
Rowing Code of Conduct - Transport for NSW 13/01/2026
Use of Amplifying Devices - NSW Maritime 28/02/2019
RNSW Safety on NSW Waterways webpage 13/01/2026
Towing a trailer - Transport for NSW 13/01/2026
Transporting Rowing Boats - Vehicle Standards Information - Transport for NSW 20/05/2013
Transporting Rowing Boats - Boat Trailer Rear Load Projection Exemption - Transport for NSW 19/08/2025

Governance & Strategy

 
Document/Form Last Updated
RNSW Constitution 22/10/2014
RNSW By-Laws 15/09/2021
RNSW Voting Entitlements 4/09/2025
RNSW Proxy Voting Form 15/10/2021
RNSW Director Nomination Form 4/09/2025
RNSW Casual Vacancy Form 1/06/2026
RNSW Director Code of Conduct 29/05/2025
RNSW Board Charter 18/12/2024
RNSW Strategic Plan 2025-2032 14/10/2025
RNSW Plan on a Page 14/10/2025

Racing Rules & Technical

 
Document Last Updated
RNSW Laws of Boat Racing 10/06/2025
Protocol for Ethical Recruiting and Transfer Practices 7/02/2011

Insurance

 
Document/Form Last Updated
2026-2027 Rowing NSW Certificate of Currency (includes coverage for all affiliated clubs) 17/06/2026
Insurance Overview (including claim forms) 14/08/2025

State Team Policies

 
Document Last Updated
NSW Team Selection Policies 18/12/2025

Honours, Awards & Scholarships

 
Document/Forms Last Updated
Annual Awards - Nominations  
LE Stepto Application  
NSW Hall of Champions - Nominations  
NSW Community Sports Awards - Nominations  

Communications & Digital

 
Document/Resource Last Updated
Social Media, Blogging & Internet Guidelines 21/10/2011
RNSW Cyber-Security Guidelines  

Club Resources

 
Document/Resource Last Updated
ASC Club Toolkit - Game Plan 12/05/2025
Member Protection including Member Protection Information Officer (MPIO) training  - NSW Office of Sport 13/01/2026