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Taranaki Rugby League Rules and Regulations of 36

2017

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Rules & Regulations

For all Grades


Contents CLUBS ................................................................................................................................................................................ 5

1. CLUB RESPONSIBILITIES ....................................................................................................................................... 5 REGISTRATIONS – TRANSFERS – ELIGIBILITY –DISPENSATION ......................................................................................... 6

2. REGISTRATIONS ................................................................................................................................................... 6 2.2. Player Transfers .......................................................................................................................................... 6 2.3. Transfer Deadlines ...................................................................................................................................... 6 2.4. Team Registration ....................................................................................................................................... 6 2.5. Player Identification (All Grades) ................................................................................................................ 6 2.6. Team Cards ................................................................................................................................................. 7 2.7. Dispensation for Junior Players................................................................................................................... 7 2.8. Eligibility for Playoffs (International Rules( Under 13 years and over ........................................................ 7 2.9. Team Eligibility for Finals Series .................................................................................................................. 7

COMPETITION ................................................................................................................................................................... 8 3. COMPETITION POLICIES ....................................................................................................................................... 8

3.1. Game Duration ............................................................................................................................................ 8 3.2. Competition Points and Extra Time ............................................................................................................ 8 3.3. Defaults ....................................................................................................................................................... 8 3.5. Concussion Management ........................................................................................................................... 9

HEALTH AND SAFETY ...................................................................................................................................................... 10 4. HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICIES .......................................................................................................................... 10

4.1. Reserve Bench Rules ................................................................................................................................. 10 4.2. Team Trainer’s Rules ................................................................................................................................. 10 4.3. Mouthguard’s ........................................................................................................................................... 11 4.4. Interchange Rules ..................................................................................................................................... 11 4.5. Sin Bin........................................................................................................................................................ 11 4.6. Ordering Off .............................................................................................................................................. 11

CONDUCT ........................................................................................................................................................................ 11 5. CODE OF CONDUCT ........................................................................................................................................... 11

5.1. General Principles ..................................................................................................................................... 12 5.2. Player Code of Conduct............................................................................................................................. 12 5.3. Coach Code of Conduct ............................................................................................................................. 12 5.4. Referee/Touch Judge/Officials Code of Conduct ...................................................................................... 12 5.5. Spectator/Parent Code of Conduct ........................................................................................................... 13 5.6. National Safeplay Code for Players in Teams aged 15 years and under ................................................... 13 5.7. Tackle Zone ............................................................................................................................................... 13

6. MISCONDUCT .................................................................................................................................................... 15 6.1. For Players aged 13‐15 years, International laws will apply for misconduct ........................................... 15 6.2. Power to dismiss for misconduct .............................................................................................................. 15

7. JUDICIAL PROCESS ............................................................................................................................................. 16 7.1. Judicial Hearing ......................................................................................................................................... 16 7.2. Early Guilty Plea Option ............................................................................................................................ 17 7.3. Match Judicial Penalties ............................................................................................................................ 17

OFFICIALS ........................................................................................................................................................................ 18 8. MATCH MANAGER RESPONSIBILITIES ............................................................................................................... 18

8.1. International Rules .................................................................................................................................... 18 Concussion Reports .................................................................................................................................................... 18

These need to be received by TRL no later than 48 hours after concussion has occurred. If the Match Manager is unable to fax report to TRL within this time, then please contact TRL on Monday morning to arrange. ..................... 18

9.1. Responsibilities ......................................................................................................................................... 19 10. ROLES OF OFFICIALS ...................................................................................................................................... 19

10.1. Team Manager Roles ................................................................................................................................ 19 10.2. Referee Absence ....................................................................................................................................... 21

REPRESENTATIVE ............................................................................................................................................................ 21 11. REPRESENTATIVE ELIGIBILITY – U13’s, 14’s, 15’s and 17’s ............................................................................ 21


11.1. Eligibility .................................................................................................................................................... 21 11.2. Selection Process ...................................................................................................................................... 21 11.3. Appointments ........................................................................................................................................... 22 11.4. Trials and Selection ................................................................................................................................... 22

PROTESTS ‐ APPEALS ....................................................................................................................................................... 22 12. PROTESTS ...................................................................................................................................................... 22

12.1. All Teams ................................................................................................................................................... 22 12.2. Out of Order Players ................................................................................................................................. 23 12.3. Appeals ...................................................................................................................................................... 23 12.4. Transfer Appeals ....................................................................................................................................... 23 12.5. Committee Appeals ................................................................................................................................... 23 12.6. Judicial Appeals ......................................................................................................................................... 23

13. CLUB CONTACTS ............................................................................................................................................ 24 13.1. Coastal Cobras .......................................................................................................................................... 24 13.2. Hawera Hawks ......................................................................................................................................... 24 13.3. Marist Dragons .......................................................................................................................................... 25 13.4. Normanby/Okaiawa Knights ..................................................................................................................... 25 13.5. Waitara Bears ............................................................................................................................................ 26 13.6. Western Suburbs Tigers ............................................................................................................................ 26

RESOURCES ..................................................................................................................................................................... 27 14. CONCUSSION AND SERIOUS INJURY REPORT FORM ..................................................................................... 27 15. BASIC CLUB RESOURCES ................................................................................................................................ 28

15.1. AGM Agenda (sample) .............................................................................................................................. 28 15.2. Basic Committee Role Descriptions .......................................................................................................... 29 15.3. Effectively Managing Meetings ................................................................................................................. 29 15.4. Meeting Procedures .................................................................................................................................. 30 15.5. Application to Tour/Host .......................................................................................................................... 32 ............................................................................................................................................................................... 32 15.6. NZRL National Player Registration Form ................................................................................................... 34 15.7. Premier Match Sheet (sample) ................................................................................................................. 35 15.8. Junior Match Sheet (sample) .................................................................................................................... 36


COMPETITION ADMINISTRATION

Taranaki Rugby League Taranaki Rugby League Referees Ass C/‐ Sport Taranaki Complex Chairperson: Jade Wylde Yarrow Stadium Email: [email protected] Maratahu Street Phone: 027 976 5765 PO Box 5049 New Plymouth Phone: 06 759 0930 Ext. 713 Fax: 06 759 1779 TARANAKI RUGBY LEAGUE OPERATIONS MANAGER Jan Manu Email [email protected] Phone 027 208 0498 FOOTBALL AND DEVELOPMENT MANAGER Alan Jackson Email [email protected] Phone 027 705 8888 TARANAKI RUGBY LEAGUE BOARD CONTACTS Position Name Email Phone Chairperson Marama Witehira [email protected] 027 772 7440 Vice Chair Wayne Capper [email protected] 021 118 2458 Secretary (HR) Toni Hanscombe [email protected] 027 972 6938 Treasurer Marama Witehira [email protected] 027 772 7440 Board (Rep) Aaron Warner [email protected] 027 445 4120 Board (Referee) Jade Wylde [email protected] 027 976 5765 Board (TJRL) Kiley Waru [email protected] 027 426 3174 Board (Marketing) Heydon Healey [email protected] 027 342 8768 Board (Rep/Dev) Lewis Evans [email protected] 027 751 3822 *Board (Rep) Kerri Broughton [email protected] 022 345 1342 (TBC) TARANAKI JUNIOR RUGBY LEAGUE COMMITTEE CONTACTS Chairperson Kiley Waru Secretary/Treasurer Allana Prestney Western Sub Delegate Ed Te Huia Marist Delegate Quentin Ngaia Waitara Delegate Mike Katene Coastal Delegate Reuben Wallace Hawera Delegate Dean Kerehoma Normanby/Okaiawa Delegate Stephanie Walden


CLUBS 1. CLUB RESPONSIBILITIES

1.1. All teams that enter the 2017 Taranaki Rugby League (TRL) Club Competition are required to agree wit

the following conditions:

a. Each club will educate it’s members (e.g. players, team management, volunteers and spectators) understand

and agree to adhere to the Conditions of Entry, Codes of Conduct, Responsibilities and Competition Rules

and Regulations

b. An affiliation fee of $1200 for the Senior Representation of Clubs which includes U20’s and Premier Sides

must accompany the registration of players by the 20th April of the current season. Clubs will be withdrawn

from the competition until the affiliation fee has been paid by agreed date

c. An affiliation fee is payable to Taranaki Junior Rugby League (TJRL) in full on the date specified by this

Committee for all Junior Grade Teams. Failure to adhere to this will result in a loss of competition points

until the fee is paid in full

d. Player registrations will be done by the club secretary/member. Each club will have access to edit the

LeagueNet database until 30 May 2017

e. Any additional registrations will be accepted after this date but will incur of $2.00 for Junior Players and

$5.00 for Senior which is payable at time of registration. ALL PLAYERS are to be cleared through NZRL

LeagueNet system before they are able to take the field for the first time. If they do take the field before

they are fully cleared points will be deducted

f. Teams will abide by the rules of the game as indicated in the TRL Rules and Regulations and International

Rule Book at all times

g. Referees and match officials are volunteers and shall be treated with respect AT ALL TIMES

h. Keep all playing grounds and clubrooms Smoke Free

i. Roping and Marking of fields – Referees require the fields to be up to regulation standards

j. Liaise with the Referees Association about requirements for touch judges

k. Crowd Control – Maintain regulation standards adhering to the TRL Smokefree and Alcohol Free Playing

Fields Policy

l. Ensure the Match Manager has the relevant Match Sheets and adequate Desk/Chairs and Gazebo/cover

appropriate for weather conditions

m. Liaise with Opposing Clubs ‐ any defaults or situations that may implicate games played at the Host Club


REGISTRATIONS – TRANSFERS – ELIGIBILITY –DISPENSATION

2. REGISTRATIONS

2.1. Player Registration

a) All players must be registered on LeagueNet by their nominated club

b) If a player has not been registered by another club in Australia or New Zealand within the last 24 months,

they have rights to free transfer, without restriction. The player will resume under their original LeagueNet

identification number

c) If a player has been registered by another club in Australia or New Zealand within the last 24 months, then

the club must submit a transfer request via LeagueNet from the player’s former club

2.2. Player Transfers

a) Any player transferring clubs cannot take the field for their new club until the player’s transfer has been

cleared in full on LeagueNet. It is each Team Coach & Manager’s responsibility to ensure they are fielding

only compliant players

b) Clubs can transfer in no more than three (3) incoming players from any one (1) club into any one (1) team

c) In the instance where club cannot field a team or have been removed or withdrawn from the competition,

any player of that team is entitled to a free transfer to another club

d) Before players are granted a free transfer from a club as stated in clause the situation is first subject to

review from both the TRL board to determine why the team has fallen over at the club before players will be

given a free transfer

e) A Club has the right to decline a transfer should a player owe the Club money or is yet to return any uniform

or equipment that belongs to the Club the player is departing

f) The Club can only claim for fees from the year prior. It is the responsibility of the Club to collect all fees prior

to the start of each season

2.3. Transfer Deadlines

a) No player can move from one club to another club within their own district after the 30 June

b) No player may move inter‐district from one club to another club anywhere in New Zealand after 31 July of

each year and play in the current season

2.4. Team Registration

a) Clubs wishing to enter teams into any of the competition grades must submit a registration form

b) Clubs must register a minimum of seventeen (17) players for the Team Registration to be accepted

c) TRL will be responsible for keeping record of all players who are competing in all grade

2.5. Player Identification (All Grades)

a) All players from all grades are required to provide clubs with proof of age

b) Clubs will be issued with individual photo identification (ID) cards for players. These photo ID cards will

include player’s name, date of birth and photograph, and will verify their registration to their club. It will be

up to clubs to supply TRL office with photos of all players

c) Team Managers must ensure that all player photo ID cards are available at any time should a player’s

eligibility be challenged

d) Should a dispute arise with player proof of age/player identification, the team manager has the right to

challenge this via the Match Manager. The Match Manager in turn will note this on the back of the team

card and match sheet

e) Any disputes that need to be processed from this challenge, will be dealt with by the TRL Operations

Manager


2.6. Team Cards

a) It is mandatory that players produce proof of age when registering for the season. Proof of age can be

validated by a copy of a player’s Birth Certificate, Passport, Drivers Licence, Firearms Licence, 18+ Card or

School ID

b) Teams are required to complete an official Team Card prior to the commencement of each game

c) Team cards must be legible and filled out correctly, stating the player’s full name as they are registered on

LeagueNet (i.e. no ‘nick names’ or initials to be used)

d) Team cards must be signed by all senior players prior to taking the field

e) Team cards are to be handed to the Match Manager no later than 15 20 minutes prior to kick‐off

f) Team cards must be signed by the referee and sent to the TRL Operations Manager by 12.00 pm Monday

morning following the match

g) Team cards can be submitted by either scanned email, fax, post or in person

h) It is the responsibility of each club to send in their team cards from the weekend’s match. Any team that

passes their team card on to another team/person is still responsible if the team card fails to reach the TRL

Operations Manager

i) Any team found to be falsifying the appearance of a player in any game will be subject to serious misconduct

2.7. Dispensation for Junior Players

a) No dispensation will be allowed for any age group grades from U6 to U17. However, applications can be

made to the Taranaki Junior Rugby League committee in writing for consideration on a case by case basis for

U6 to U11 only or in the case of players with a diagnosed physical or mental disability in which case an

assessment will be undertaken by Alan Jackson.

b) UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL REGISTRATIONS BE CONSIDERED ON THE DAY OF THE MATCH!

2.8. Eligibility for Playoffs (International Rules( Under 13 years and over

a) To qualify for the semi’s and final series in Premier Grade, a player must have played three (3) of the last five

(5) competition games for that grade that they intend to play for in the final series

b) If a player has represented Taranaki at the highest senior level (i.e. for the Taranaki Sharks or equivalent) in

the previous year only, they are not eligible to play in any other grade than Premiers in the final series

c) Dispensation may be granted upon application for Medical or Work Commitments. Dispensations must be

submitted in writing to the TRL Board of Control no later than 5.00pm the Monday prior to the first final

series match. Applications for dispensation should be sent to PO Box 5049 New Plymouth or emailed to

[email protected]

d) Any player applying for a Dispensation must have been registered with the respective club at the start of the

Season

e) To qualify for the semi’s and final series for all age groups Under 13 to Under 17 a player must have played

in at least 33% of the competition games

f) A player may play up a grade from which he is eligible without restriction provided that the player has

played at least two (2) games for that club in that season

g) Points of clarification:

i. If a player plays for lower grade team and then plays for in a higher grade on the same day or same

weekend, they have for purposes of eligibility definition played for the higher grade team. Allowance for

higher grade players to play in lower grades for a specific duration will be granted by TRL board on

consideration of a Medical/Injury Status

ii. If a player is listed on the team card and does not take the field, he/she have for definition of this clause

deemed to have not taken the field or taken part in the said game

2.9. Team Eligibility for Finals Series

a) For a team to be eligible to participate in the play‐offs (Final Series), their club must have paid all

outstanding default fees by the due date set by Taranaki Rugby League Board of control. If a team who has


been ranked in the top four but has not paid their fees or amount agreed upon, the team ranked below will

succeed to their position with the rest of the teams moving up one rank

COMPETITION 3. COMPETITION POLICIES

3.1. Game Duration

a) Junior Grades

U6’s – U9’s – 4 x 10 min Periods U11’s – 2 x 20 min Periods U13’s – 2 x 25 min Periods U15’s – 2 x 30 min Periods U17’s – 2 x 35 min Periods U19’s‐ 20’s & Premiers – 2 x 40 min periods

3.2. Competition Points and Extra Time

a) Three (3) points are awarded for a win. This will apply to grades from U13 up; two (2) points are awarded for

a draw; one (1) for a loss and zero (0) points for a default. Should a bye be necessary in any grade

competition, 3 points will be awarded to the bye team and a 20 nil score line for calculation of percentages

b) Top 4 play‐off, semi‐final, preliminary final, grand final or knockout match that ends in a draw the golden

point rules applies

c) In the case of a tie on points at the conclusion of the Championship Rounds, points for and against will be

used to determine qualifiers

d) A points table will be updated on the website weekly

3.3. Defaults

a) Any team defaulting should advise the TRL or TJRL as soon as possible. Out of respect for the opposition,

please notify the respective governing body by 12 noon on the last working day prior to the fixture who in

turn will notify the opposing club

b) Teams will be withdrawn from competition due to:

i. Two (2) consecutive defaults

ii. Three (3) defaults in total during the season.

c) Any Premier Teams who default within a 24hour period will be fined a $200 fee that will be paid to the

opposing team for any or all expenses incurred for preparation of the event. This is a minimal cost that will

help those clubs that have put in time and cost into hosting the game

d) Teams withdrawn may apply to their relevant governing body (i.e. TRL or TJRL) for reinstatement provided

the team can meet its playing commitments for the remainder of the year

e) In all defaults three (3) competition points shall be awarded to the opposition and a 20 nil score line for

calculation of percentages. Zero (0) competition points will be issued to the defaulting side

3.4. New Zealand Rugby League (NZRL) Concussion Policy

a) The potential for concussions / head injuries to occur in rugby league is fully recognised. As a result of this

recognition, due consideration must be undertaken by all who participate, administer or manage rugby

league activities in both the training and match environments

b) There has long been a perception that a concussion occurs only when there is a loss of consciousness. This

perception is incorrect as concussions can occur without loss of consciousness and range in severity from

brief periods of confusion through to a significant loss of consciousness

c) The purpose of this policy is to ensure player safety and to reduce the risk of repeated concussion and the

development of second impact syndrome

d) CONCUSSION DEFINITION – A concussion may be caused by a direct blow to the head, face, neck, or

elsewhere on the body with an ‘‘impulsive’’ force transmitted to the head


e) ASSESSMENT OF THE CONCUSSED PLAYER – when assessing an injured player on the sports field, it is

important that a quick and accurate assessment is made. The appropriate questions and the signs and

symptoms of concussion can be found in the sideline concussion check list provided by your local district,

the NZRL or the ACC. All coaches, managers, trainers and referees should carry one of these

3.5. Concussion Management

a) Acute injury – when a player shows any symptoms or signs of a concussion, the following should be applied:

i. The player should not be allowed to return to play in the current game or practice.

ii. The player should not be left alone, and regular monitoring for deterioration is essential over the initial

few hours after injury

iii. The player should be medically evaluated after the injury

iv. Return to play must follow a medically supervised stepwise process

A player should never return to play while symptomatic

‘‘When in doubt, sit them out”

b) Second Impact Syndrome – if a player receives a second injury to the head before the injury has completely

recovered, the chances of the player suffering brain swelling, heavy bleeding and increased pressure within

the head dramatically increases that can result in permanent brain damage or death

c) Compulsory Stand down periods following a suspected concussion

i. It is the mandatory policy of the New Zealand Rugby League that where a concussion is suspected for

players over the age of 16, a 21 day stand down period is observed by the player concerned following

the return to play guidelines detailed below.

ii. Players at the age of 16 or under shall observe a 28 day stand down period as in adolescent and youth

players the developing brain takes longer to recover from the damage and symptoms of a brain injury.

iii. Players at or under 16 years of age need to take an even more precautious return to play, starting with a

full week of rest before commencing the return to play protocol as detailed below.

iv. Return to play protocol 1 from the internationally approved guidelines:

Level Activity Undertaken Time post‐concussion, approximate guidelines

1 No activity, complete rest. Once symptom free and cognitive recovery is demonstrated, proceed to Level 2

2‐3 days

2 Light aerobic exercise such as walking or stationary cycling

4‐10 days

3 Sport specific training ( e.g. running drills, ball handling skills

11‐15 days

4 Non‐contact training drills 16‐20 days

5 Full contact training after medical clearance 21 days

6 Game play 21+ days

v. A player should be able to progress through each step towards the next level without any symptom

occurring. If any post‐concussion symptoms occur, the player should drop back to the previous

symptom free level and try to progress again in the next 24hrs

vi. Return to play prior to this minimum stand down period can only occur with an appropriate neurological

specialist assessment and clearance is given


HEALTH AND SAFETY 4. HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICIES

4.1. Reserve Bench Rules

a) A maximum ten (10) personnel are permitted in the reserve bench area:

i. Coach

ii. Assistant Coach

iii. Team Manager

iv. Three (3) Trainers

v. Four (4) reserve players

Note: All bench personnel, with the exception of the Trainers and players (when warming up), are to remain seated

b) All the above personnel apart from the Trainers involved in the rehydration of the players, and reserve

players who are warming up, are to remain in the reserve bench area

c) Trainers are not permitted to wander up and down the sideline, or to adopt a position behind their team’s

defensive line either on the field, in‐goal, or behind the dead ball line. Once rehydration is completed,

Trainers are to return to the reserve bench area

d) A policy of zero tolerance is to be adopted for inappropriate behaviour from personnel within the reserve

bench area any such behaviour is to be reported to the Match Judicial Panel

4.2. Team Trainer’s Rules

a) Trainers are permitted to wear only the coloured sponsor’s shirts as supplied

b) Colour designation is as follows:

Orange Head Trainer NZRL First Aid Officer Certified

Blue Assistant Trainer NZRL First Aid Officer Certified

Yellow Hydration Trainer Must be competent and abide by the Rugby League Trainer Roles

c) Yellow Trainer Rules:

i. May take the field to provide water to players during stoppages of play after a try is scored by either

team; OR

ii. assist the Blue or Orange Trainer with an injured player

d) Blue Trainer Rules:

i. Must be First Aid Officer Accredited

ii. May take the field to provide water to players while their team is in possession of the ball

iii. May take to the field to provide medical assessment and support to their player at any time, taking care

not to interfere with the play or in times of need to have the referee hold the match

e) Orange Trainer Rules:

i. Must be First Aid Officer Accredited

ii. May take the field to provide water to players during stoppages of play after a try is scored by either

team

iii. May take the field to provide water to players while their team is in possession of the ball

iv. May take to the field to provide medical assessment and support to their player at any time, taking care

not to interfere with the run of play or in times of need to have the referee hold the match

v. When trainers are not rehydrating players, they are to return to the reserve bench area and are not

permitted to wander up and down the touch line


vi. Under no circumstance are trainers to remain standing in or behind the in‐goal area during the run of

play

vii. Communication equipment is not permitted on the playing field

4.3. Mouthguard’s

a) It is compulsory for all players playing in sanctioned competition by the NZRL and its members to wear a

protective mouth guard

b) THE NO MOUTH GUARD, NO GAME POLICY is to be firmly enforced

c) Players are not permitted to share mouth guards

d) Referees and / Touch Judges will prior to the game, check that all players (including reserves) have a mouth

guard

e) During the course of a match any player found not to have a mouth guard in the mouth and not having a

mouth guard in their possession, (due to having it dislodged as a result of a tackle) will be made to leave the

field. On obtaining a replacement mouth guard, he/she may re‐enter the field of play after reporting to the

touch judge. In the event of the player being unable to obtain a replacement mouth guard he/she may take

no further part in the game but may be substituted, with that substitute counting as an interchange

f) During the course of a match, any player found not to have a mouth guard in their mouth, but to have one in

their possession (in their sock or pocket etc.) will be penalised and sin binned for ten minutes

g) Referees are to use common sense in enforcing this policy with regard to players approaching a scrum with a

mouth guard in their hand other such incidents, where there is a break in play

h) Mouth Guard Exemption Guidelines:

i. The player in question must provide a medical certificate from a dentist clearly stating why a mouth

guard cannot be worn by the player

ii. The player must submit the dentist medical certificate with a portrait photo to the NZRL

iii. The NZRL reserves the right to make the final decision on issuing a mouth guard exemption

i) These policy areas must be enforced by and within the Zones, Districts and Clubs

4.4. Interchange Rules

a) For Premier Grades the 12 interchange rules apply

b) For Development and Junior Grades the Unlimited Interchange rule applies. Interchange can only be made

from the players named on the team card

c) The player must report to the Match Manager before replacement is made

d) NO replacement can be made until the replaced player leaves the field of play or at scrums

4.5. Sin Bin

a) The player must retire and sit with the Match Manager, who will then monitor the time of retirement

4.6. Ordering Off

a) The player must immediately retire to the changing rooms and change/cover their playing strip

b) A Judicial committee meeting comprising of TRL Board of Control members and the referee of the game will

be held during the week following the incident. A decision will be made from the information and referee's

report provided. A letter detailing the judiciary’s decision will be sent to the respective clubs and/or

organization(s)

c) If an appeal is submitted, the player(s) involved in the incident must appear before the TRL Judicial

Committee at a date deemed suitable by the committee

CONDUCT 5. CODE OF CONDUCT

The purpose of a code of conduct is to provide all participants in Rugby League with some simple rules

concerning the standards of behaviour that are expected. These rules will help guide participants in making our

game a more enjoyable and friendly environment for everyone involved. TRL strongly recommend that everyone


connected with Rugby League adopts these rules so that players, officials, parents and spectators can attend

matches knowing that it will be a safe and enjoyable sporting experience for all

5.1. General Principles

a) Participants in the game of Rugby League include players, parents, spectators, coaches, referees and officials

b) Every participant should:

i. Discourage all instances of unsportsmanlike behaviour, foul or illegal play, or acts of violence, both on

and off the field

ii. Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every person regardless of their gender, ability/disability, sexual

orientation, cultural background or religion

iii. Condemn the use of recreational and performance enhancing drugs and doping practices; their use

endangers the health of players and is contrary to the concept of fair play

5.2. Player Code of Conduct

a) Be a good sport. Respect all good play whether from your team or the opposition and shake hands with and

thank the opposition players and officials after the game – win, lose or draw

b) Participate for your own enjoyment and benefit

c) Always respect the referee’s decision

d) Never become involved in acts of foul play

e) Honour both the spirit and letter of the competition rules and live up to the highest ideals of ethics and

sportsmanship; avoid gamesmanship and respect the traditions of the game

f) Never engage in disrespectful conduct of any sort including profanity, sledging, obscene gestures, and

offensive remarks, trash‐talking, taunting or other actions that are demeaning to other players, officials or

supporters

g) Care for and respect the facilities and equipment made available to you during training and competition

h) Safeguard your health; don’t use and illegal or unhealthy substances

i) Recognise that many officials, coaches and referees are volunteers who give up their time to provide their

services. Treat them with the utmost respect

j) Do not bet or otherwise financially speculate, directly or indirectly, on the outcome or any other aspect of a

Rugby League match or competition in which you are involved

5.3. Coach Code of Conduct

a) Actively discourage foul play and/or unsportsmanlike behaviour by player

b) Seek to maximize the participation and enjoyment for all players regardless of ability; avoid the tendency to

over‐use a talented player; treat all players as equals, regardless of their talent

c) Show concern and caution towards all sick and injured players. Following the advice of a physician and/or

qualified sports trainer to the letter when determining when an injured player is ready to recommence

training or playing

d) Teach players that an honest effort and competing to the best of their ability is as important as victory

e) Maintain appropriate, professional relationships with players at all times

f) Maintain a thorough knowledge of the rules of the game and keep abreast of current coaching methods;

maintain or improve your current accreditation level

g) Always consider the health, safety and welfare of the players

h) Teach young players to realize that there is a big gap between their play and the professional game; do not

coach them as if they are professionals

i) Ensure that your coaching reflects the level of the competition being played

j) As coach, conduct yourself at all times in a manner, and in all situations, that shows leadership, respect for

the game of Rugby League and respect for all those that are involved in the game – the players, officials, the

fans, the parents, the referees and the media

5.4. Referee/Touch Judge/Officials Code of Conduct


a) Be impartial! Also, be consistent, objective and courteous

b) Place safety and welfare of the players above all else; be alert to minimize dangerous play, fair or foul,

especially in junior matches

c) Accept responsibility for all actions taken

d) Avoid any form of verbal contact with coaches, team officials, parents and spectators

e) Avoid any situation which may lead to a conflict of interest, both on and off the field

f) Maintain an appropriate level of fitness for the standard of game at which you are officiating

g) Condemn all and every instance of unsportsmanlike, foul or unfair play

h) Set a good example by the way you dress, speak and act towards players, coaches, officials, parents and

spectators

i) Show concern and caution towards sick and injured players

j) Officiate to the age and/or experience of the players

5.5. Spectator/Parent Code of Conduct

a) Discourage all violent or illegal acts, whether they are by players, coaches, officials, parents or spectators

b) Respect the referee’s decisions – don’t complain or argue about calls or decisions during or after the game

c) Behave! Unsportsmanlike language, harassment or aggressive behaviour will not be tolerated

d) Encourage players to play by the rules and to respect opposition players and officials

e) Never ridicule or scorn a player from making a mistake – respect their efforts

f) Understand that sport is part of a total life experience, and the benefits of involvement go far beyond the

final score of the game

g) Participate in positive cheering that encourages the players in the team you are supporting; do not engage in

any cheering that taunts or intimidates opponents, their fans of officials

h) Remember that children participate in Rugby League for their own enjoyment, not yours

i) At all times, follow the directions of the Match Manager and/or match day staff

j) Never arrive at a junior Rugby League game under the influence of alcohol, never bring alcohol to a junior

game. Alcohol may be permitted, if it is available, in a reasonable manner and in the designated licensed

area

5.6. National Safeplay Code for Players in Teams aged 15 years and under

a) The Safeplay Code was developed to emphasis safety and good conduct within the game of Rugby League by

creating the best possible on field environment and actively controlling undesirable actions. The code

applies to all players up to and including the under 15‐year age group. The NZRL trusts that players, coaches,

parents and supporters will wholeheartedly embrace the code for the benefit of the players and the game

b) Coaches and referees are the key to the successful application of the safeplay code

5.7. Tackle Zone

a) The Code: Tackles above the armpits are not permitted

b) Application:

i. When the ball‐carrier is running with an upright posture, and tackle in which the defender’s arm(s) make

contact above the armpit constitutes and infringement

ii. It is an infringement for a defender/tackler to set upon the head or neck region of the ball‐carrier

iii. A defender, in front of a ball‐carrier who is diving or running with a “stooped” or “burrowing” posture, is

permitted to come in contact with the ball‐carriers shoulder provided the defender’s arm(s) extends

down the shoulder and trunk i.e. underneath the ball‐carrier

c) DANGEROUS TACKLES

i. The Code 2.1 the tacklers legs cannot be used to trip or to throw

Application; the use of the legs in a tackle is not permissible. Using the legs (even if the defender has a

handhold on the ball carrier) to TRIP or THROW constitutes an infringement

ii. The Code 2.2 Adopting a crotch hold is misconduct


Application: Adopting a crotch hold i.e. by placing either a hand or arm in the crotch region is an

infringement

The Code 2.3 No vertical lift in a tackle is permitted.

No defender(s) during the course of a tackle are permitted to vertically life the ball‐carrier. If the

possibility of a vertical life occurs i.e. one of both feet of the ball‐carrier have been lifted off the ground,

the referee must immediately blow the whistle to prevent the tackle from continuing. (This is not to be

confused with a tackle that, in the same motion, knocks a player off his feet

iii. The Code 2.4 Ball‐Carrier cannot be lifted and driven

Application: A tackle that results in the ball‐carrier being lifted and remaining off the ground while the

tackler takes two (2) or more steps to drive the player in any direction and while the ball‐carrier’s feet

are off the ground is and infringement

iv. The Code 2.5 the additional following actions(s) by a tackler will also incur an immediate penalty

Application: When a player in possession is running, it is an infringement for a defender chasing from

behind to lift and attempt to lift (hitch up) the trailing foot of the ball‐carrier

d) SHOULDER CHARGE

i. The Code: A defender cannot “shoulder charge” a ball‐carrier to affect a tackle

Application: A defender who runs at a ball carrier and without attempting to tackle, grab or hold the

ball‐carrier, charges to make contact with the should or with the upper arm (tucked into the side) is

guilty of an infringement

e) VICIOUS PALM

i. The Code: An attacking player cannot thrust out an arm to contact the defender above the shoulder

Application: Any attacking player who violently punches or thrusts out an arm or uses and outstretched

stiff arm so that the hand or fist contracts the neck, face or head of a defender commits and

infringement. (This section does not state that a player cannot legitimately palm the head, neck or face)

f) SLINGING

i. The Code: The use of the ball‐carriers arm or jersey to sling or swing a player is prohibited

Application: A defender who uses the arm or jersey of the ball‐carrier to sling or sing the player in a

tackle commits and infringement

g) FLOPPING

i. The Code: A defender cannot drop or fall on a prone player

Application: It is an infringement for a defender to drop, dive or fall on a player in possession of the ball

who is prone or stationary on the ground and not attempting to play‐on. (a simple hand‐on completes

the tackle)

h) SURRENDER (IN THE TACKLE)

i. The Code: Ball‐carriers may surrender in the tackle. When small and/or inexperience players are

involved in “surrender”, defenders must not complete the tackle

Application: This rule is designed to protect players who are at an obvious disadvantage because of low

levels of experience, are of small stature of show a lack of skill are to be protected when in possession of

the ball and being tackled

ii. A halt to play is called (by the referee) when these players submit to the tackle or are held, subdued or

their progress is halted by bigger or more experienced players. Failure by a tackler(s) to respond to the

referee’s call is an infringement

i) VERBAL ABUSE / FOUL LANGUAGE

i. The Code: The use of obscene expletives, threatening or denigrating words is not permitted

Application: Verbal abuse, obscene language and sledging, including comments or words that threaten

or denigrate an opponent, referee or supporter is an infringement. (if the individual cannot be

identified, the team should be cautioned through the captain)

j) SCRUMS

i. The Code: Pushing or pulling in, or rotating a scrum is not permitted


Application: All scrums are to be de‐powered

ii. Scrums will form as per the following instructions: Form, Engage & Hold. A team that deliberately

pushes or pulls in or rotates a scrum is guilty of an infringement

iii. Once the ball has been fed into the scrum, hookers only may strike for the ball. Second row players can

lift a foot to rake the ball out of the scrum, but cannot step forward over the ball to cause the ball to

come out of the scrum

k) IMPORTANT NOTE: It is mandatory that any act that transgresses the Safeplay code be followed by a

penalty, plus a caution & instruction to the offender. The sin bin does not apply to mini‐mod football. Any

additional action to a penalty is “temporary suspension” with a replacement of the offender for the

remainder of that period of play. A player returning to the field after suspension and who is guilty of further

misconduct is to be dismiss without replacement

6. MISCONDUCT

TRL and TJRL committee shall adjudicate on all disputes for all competition grades under its jurisdiction, and be

responsible for policing the rules under which the competitions are played

6.1. For Players aged 13‐15 years, International laws will apply for misconduct

a) A player is guilty of misconduct if he/she:

i. Deliberately trips, kicks or strikes another player

ii. When effecting or attempting to affect a tackle, makes contact with the head or neck of an opponent

intentionally, recklessly or carelessly

iii. Drops knees first on to an opponent who is on the ground

iv. Uses any dangerous throw when effecting a tackle

v. Deliberately breaks the laws of the game

vi. Uses offensive or obscene language

vii. Disputes a decision of the referee or touch judge

viii. Re‐enters the field of play without the permission of the referee or touch judge having

ix. Previously temporarily retired from the game

x. Behaves in any way contrary to the true spirit of the game

xi. Deliberately obstructs an opponent who is not in possession

xii. Intentionally dives at the non‐kicking leg of an opponent

xiii. Tackles a player who leaps into the air to retrieve a kick and whose feet have not returned to the ground

xiv. Makes an attempted act of reckless or intentional conduct, e.g. raised elbow, swinging arm

6.2. Power to dismiss for misconduct

a) Only appointed Referees and Match Managers have the power to dismiss a player or team official from the

field of play for misconduct

b) In exceptional circumstances, and TRL Board and/or District League official may be required to remove a

spectator, player or team official from the game and/or venue for misconduct, in which case they have the

power to dismiss as necessary

c) Misconduct by Players and Team Officials

i. A Referee who has been appointed must report to the Match Manager any instance of misconduct or

foul play during the progress of that match which led to the dismissal of a player(s) from the field of play

or the dismissal of a team official(s) from the playing area

ii. A Referee who has ordered a player or players from the field of play, or a referee or touch judge who

intends to report a player(s) or team official(s) for misconduct, must put in writing and outlining the

nature of the charge to the TRL Operations Manager by 4.00 p.m. Monday following the game

iii. Misconduct by any player or team official must be reported to the Operations Manager irrespective of

whether such misconduct occurred before, during or after such match, and whether it led to the


player(s) being ordered from the field of play or not or the team official(s) being ordered from the

playing area or not

iv. The Match Manager will deal with all matters reported to him/her or in circumstances, he/she deems

appropriate to refer any matter to the TRL Operations Manager. The Match Manager will advise the

team manager(s) of any such referral, immediately following the conclusion of the match

v. Having received the report from the Referee or Match Manager, the TRL Operations Manager may after

due enquiry refer the matter to the Judicial Committee. The Committee will determine whether the

player(s) or team official(s) concerned should be called on to appear before the Judicial Committee to

show why the accused should not be disqualified, suspended, fined or otherwise dealt with

vi. Any player or team official who has been dismissed from the field of play during a match in the

competition, or is reported by a Referee or Touch Judge pursuant to these rules will be suspended from

playing in or participating respectively in the competition or in any game of Rugby League played under

the jurisdiction of NZRL, a Zone or District League or any other game subject to the rules of the Rugby

League International Federation (RLIF) until the report has been determined by the Judicial Committee

vii. In the event of a match being abandoned due to misconduct of players or team officials or spectators,

the Referee shall forward a full report to the Operations Manager within 48 hours of that match. The

captain, coach and manager of both teams together with the match Referee are required to attend the

next meeting of the Judicial Committee following the abandoned game

d) Allegations by Opposing Team

i. Where a player makes an allegation of misconduct against a player in the opposing team during the

course of a match, the Referee will call on the captains of both teams involved and a Touch Judge to

witness the allegation

ii. The referee will refer this to the Match Manager who will advise the Team Manager of the allegation

against the player and that he/she will file a report with the TRL Operations Manager regarding the

allegation who will in turn refer it to the Judicial Committee. If no Match Manager is assigned, the

Referee will be responsible for filing the report

iii. The Match Manager (or referee) will refer any such report to the Judicial Committee who may require

the player against whom the allegation was made to appear before that committee to show cause as to

why the person in question should not be disqualified, suspended, fined or otherwise dealt with

iv. When a player makes an allegation of the nature referred to in paragraph ‘c’ (above) of this rule and

subsequently withdraws such allegation or fails to attend a hearing or provide evidence regarding such

allegation, the Operations Manager may require that player to appear before the Judicial Committee to

show cause why he should not be dealt with for conduct detrimental to the interests, welfare or image

of the game of Rugby League

v. Where the TRL Operations Manager receives a complaint from a team concerning the conduct of a

player related to a match in which the player takes part or the conduct of a team official related to a

match which the team official attends, and such conduct has not been subject of a report by the referee

in charge of the match or a touch judge, the Judicial Committee may require the player or team official

concerned to appear before it to answer a charge that the conduct complained of constitutes conduct

harmful to the interests, welfare or image of the game of Rugby League

vi. A complaint under this rule must be reported no later than 5.00pm on the first business day following

the date of the match in respect of which the conduct complained of is alleged to have occurred

7. JUDICIAL PROCESS

7.1. Judicial Hearing

a) Judicial hearings for both on‐field and off‐field misconduct will be held at the Taranaki Rugby League office,

Sport Taranaki Complex, Maratahu St, New Plymouth. A Judicial committee meeting comprising of TRL

Board of Control members and the referee of the game will be held during the week following the incident.


A decision will be made from the information and referee's report provided. A letter detailing the judiciary’s

decision will be sent to the respective clubs and/or organization(s). If for any reason the Judicial Committee

are unable to convene a hearing the week following the incident, an alternate date will be set. The

Operations Manager will notify all parties of the change in date

b) Any offence that requires mandatory attendance or the alleged offender decides to challenge the

accusation(s) and/or protest is permitted to bring a support person to the hearing

c) The hearing must be conducted by the Judicial Committee in a manner which gives all parties the

opportunity to present all relevant arguments and to answer any arguments raised by the other parties

concerned

d) Any person required to attend a Judicial Committee meeting to answer any allegation against him/her shall

be read the written report received, and be given the opportunity to reply to the allegation

e) In any proceedings before the Judicial Committee, the appellant, party bringing the dispute or party bringing

disciplinary proceedings as appropriate, bears the onus of proof

f) In the case of Schoolboys players, the Committee must allow an advocate to speak, in place of or in addition

to the player, if requested by the player. If a player requests the opportunity to present further evidence,

they may request an adjournment. If the case is adjourned, the player will stand down from all play until the

player reappears. At the conclusion of a Judicial Committee hearing on any allegation, a player shall be

allowed an advocate to speak on his/her character/record

g) The Judicial Committee may disqualify, suspend, fine or otherwise deal with persons in its absolute

discretion after conducting a hearing as set out in these rules, provided that it adheres to any maximum limit

of penalty otherwise imposed in the rules

h) The Judicial Committee will deliver a written decision, if appropriate preceded by an oral decision, and that

decision will be final and binding on all parties

i) Failure to attend any meeting or being unable to be contacted by either telephone or any other mode of

communication will render the person suspended from all Rugby League activities until such time as they

appear at a meeting of the Judicial Committee. The Judicial Committee shall have the power to waive a

suspension pending an appearance, if it believes it to be warranted

7.2. Early Guilty Plea Option

a) The player or team official that has been called to hearing by the TRL Operations Manager may elect for an

early guilty plea. An early plea is seen favourably and the possible penalty may be reduced by half as per the

table below

7.3. Match Judicial Penalties

Offence Mandatory Penalty (suspension)

Early Guilty Plea

Tripping 2 Weeks 1 Week

Kicking 6 Weeks 3 Weeks

Striking 6 Weeks 3 Weeks

Head High Tackle 4 Weeks 2 Weeks

Dangerous Tackle 2 Weeks 1 Week

Dangerous Throw 6 Weeks 3 Weeks

Dropping Knees 4 Weeks 2 Weeks

Offensive Language 2 Weeks 1 Week

Spitting 4 Weeks 2 Weeks

Biting 8 Weeks 4 Weeks

Referee / Match Official Abuse 8 Weeks 4 Weeks

Entering Field of Play 8 Weeks 4 Weeks


Called off game Competition points deducted No Competition Points

Bringing game into disrepute 18 weeks 6 weeks

Citings (Inclusive of any misconduct not seen by Match Officials)

Mandatory Judicial Attendance

Second offence or more in a playing season

Mandatory Judicial Attendance

Side‐line Eviction Mandatory Judicial Attendance

a) Should any accused person (s) choose to contest the allegations, they will be required to attend the Judicial

Hearing. Any evidence (video, sound recordings or photos) are to be made available to both parties as

potential evidence

b) The Judicial committee have the ability to impose higher penalties should the incident warrant it

c) JUDICIARY PANEL

Marama Witehira [email protected] 027 772 7440

Aaron Warner [email protected] 027 445 4120

Alan Jackson [email protected] 027 705 8888

Kiley Waru [email protected] 027 426 3174

Lewis Evans [email protected] 027 703 8563

OFFICIALS 8. MATCH MANAGER RESPONSIBILITIES

8.1. International Rules

a) All hosting clubs are required to appoint a match manager to fulfill the following responsibilities:

i. Score keeper

ii. Time keeper

iii. Completion of Match Managers Report (Game Result) form – ensuring Players at Senior Level, Coaches,

Managers and Referees have signed it and ensure it gets to TRL Office by 12.00pm Monday after game

day

iv. Judiciary (Liaise with the referee in the recording and reporting of any incidents that occur during the

match)

v. Collect Team Cards (from both teams)

vi. Collect NZRL Concussion or serious injury from Team Manager if a concussion had occurred during the

match

vii. All Concussions or Serious injuries are required to be reported to Taranaki Rugby League within 48 hours

of the incident occurring

viii. Ensure that the items below are emailed/faxed to Taranaki Rugby League no later than 12pm following

the match or score will not be registered or points allocated: [email protected]

Concussion Reports

These need to be received by TRL no later than 48 hours after concussion has occurred. If the Match Manager is unable to fax report to TRL within this time, then please contact TRL on Monday morning to arrange.

Taranaki Rugby League 06 759 1779 (fax) OR Jan Manu 06 759 0930 Ext 713, Cell 027 2080498 Or Email [email protected]


Team Management / Referees Incident Report Match Manager Forms

Team Cards ACC Injury Report Card

Updated points table will be emailed to the contact person for the club weekly

9. COACH/MANAGER

9.1. Responsibilities

a) Manager to be the main contact for each team

b) All Coach's and Manager's contact details will be made available to local newspapers and radio in the event

they seek additional information and/or comments of the game

c) The Team Manager is to contact the opposing team if there are any minor issues relating to game day (such

as venue change, after match function etc.)

d) All serious matter must be reported to TRL (e.g. Ground closure, defaults etc.)

e) All hosting clubs are expected to text or email the following details no later than 6.00pm Saturday evening of

the game

i. Half‐time score

ii. Final Score

iii. Winning team

f) Be responsible for all behaviour of player in your team, particularly while on the reserves bench during a

game

g) Ensure that all team players and management follow and abide by the Code of Conduct as listed in this

manual

h) All serious injuries occurred during the game must be reported to the Taranaki Rugby League TRL Operations

Manager

“A goal without a plan is just a wish”

10. ROLES OF OFFICIALS

10.1. Team Manager Roles

a) Things to familiarise yourself with:

i. Meet with club officials to establish and understand the club’s internal rules, policies and procedures.

Identify training parameters in regards to wet weather alternatives. Establish one point of contact

(usually the club captain/Junior Delegate). Ask as many questions whether appear to be stupid or not.

These are important to you regardless as you need to maintain a full understanding

ii. Obtain Taranaki Rugby League registration and transfer policy information from either the club captain

or secretary

iii. Meet with your fellow team officials to establish what their expectations and your expectations are with

the aim of signing off on the team’s and team management’s protocols

iv. Confirm all teams participating in your competition and identify their homes grounds for your particular

grade. Remember that some may have an alternative ‘home ground’ to that where their club is based.

Ensure that you know the exact geographical location and most importantly – how to get there. It may

be wise to photocopy off some maps for the team to avoid any errors

b) Things to do:

i. Please pay close attention as it is essential that all the required information is filled correctly and legibly.

This information is needed for a number of purposes (e.g. SPARC for statistical purposes, New Zealand

Rugby League for communication, legal and statistical purposes). Transfer and Judicial situations will

require clear and legible information

ii. For any team playing international rules (13’s and above) they will require Taranaki Rugby League photo

identification. This can be arranged via your Club Captain or Secretary


iii. Team managers are typically responsible for the collection of club fees. Some clubs will require that

these are collected before the player(s) take the field. It is essential that you maintain a comprehensive

record of those paid and those outstanding

iv. It would be wise (should you have not managed a team before) to obtain a copy of contact details for

the previous year’s team. The past has shown that as you near kick‐off for the coming season that

players from the previous season will return if they haven’t already. By taking this measure you will be

able to avoid this happening as much as possible

c) What key information should be recorded by a manager?

i. Both the first name and surnames of players are essential, it would also be useful if you can identify any

pseudonym’s. There are a number of Polynesian people who will go by their English interpretation (i.e.

John rather than Sione) unintentionally. Difficulty arises when there is a judicial or transfer situation

pending and there is a Sione Vasa registered but not a John Vasa (when these are in fact the same

person

ii. The address needs to include the flat or unit number as well as the street number

iii. Home phone number is preferable as well as the mobile number if they have one

iv. E‐mail is a growing necessity and it is requested that you establish with each player whether they have

access to an e‐mail address or not. During the coming years the TRL (as will the New Zealand Rugby

League) will move towards communicating via e‐mail

v. Date of Birth needs to be established via the person’s birth certificate, passport or other suitable means

such as student ID card. This will prevent any issues for the player should they face judicial charges,

representative duties at age group level etc.

vi. Next of kin or guardian is the preferred person to be identified here. This is essential for your protection

as well as for TRL

vii. Identifying any health problems or allergies will protect you from the unknown and aid in quick medical

attention should there be a need for the player concerned

viii. It is requested that all players be asked to identify their nationality for two key reasons if no other.

Firstly, SPARC (Sport and Recreation New Zealand) maintain an going programme of statistical analysis

to determine any changes (based on ethnicity) that the sport industry needs to be aware of. Secondly,

international representative honours may be available via the New Zealand Rugby League and the

International Rugby League Federation as well as locally through PIRLA

d) What additional documentation should also be obtained?

i. As we mentioned earlier the Date of Birth needs to be identified from either the person’s passport, birth

certificate and any other suitable form of identification such as a student ID card

e) As managers, what rules should be set for players, supporters and for the management team?

i. Practice times need to be identified with the Club Captain. Due to the number of teams playing for any

one club there is a need for club administrators to balance out access to the grounds, training times are

the key. We would advise that when you meet with your management team that you identify your

preferred times/days to train, this will at least ensure that you are prepared and in doing so may make

your case more attractive for the club administrators

ii. Some clubs may have alternate training grounds. When identifying your preferred day/time with your

management team it would pay to also consider your preferred venue

iii. Subject to Taranaki’s wonderful weather there will always be occasions when the fields will be closed.

Thought needs to be placed on what your alternative will be (aside from canceling the session), such as

the local swimming pool or netball courts. Make sure that if you send the team off for a road run (not

advisable for those under 11 years of age) that they are aware of the hazards that they need to content

with, they are your (management team’s) responsibility

iv. How will you manage this? Will you call each player to inform them? Perhaps change you phone

message to also include whether training is on or off so that if they call you they will know straight

away?


v. Each member of the team (including management) is a representative of the club, TRL and also their

families. Ensure that they are aware of this and that any ill‐discipline will be treated appropriately

whether it be via the club, TRL or in dire situations the New Zealand Rugby League

vi. Spectators can play a big factor in the atmosphere surrounding a game of rugby league. Many of you will

recall the incident which happened in 2002 between coaches and the referee, this resulted in a criminal

conviction – this needs to be avoided at all costs. Ensure that you communicate with the parents well

and if they need any further information, help wherever you can. This may be as easy as sourcing a copy

of the rules for them

f) Things to do:

i. This is imperative for judicial purposes, simply match the number on the card and the players name

based on the jersey number they are wearing

ii. The stamped registration sheets must be carried at all times. Opposing teams can ask to see your

registration sheets at any time, as can TRL officials. The same can be said for photo identification cards

iii. All players who have shifted from another grade to play in a game for your team must be identified by

the grade they are registered in

iv. This is to ensure that the player that takes the field is registered with the Taranaki Rugby League. This

means that all players will be on a stamped registration form (or maintenance form) ad have a photo ID

card if applicable. You can’t register a player involved in a transfer until this transfer has been approved

10.2. Referee Absence

a) If no referee is available teams must agree to a replacement referee, the match will be recognised by the

TRL. There are no friendly games

b) Should teams not agree to the replacement, the coaches (or appointed) shall each referee half of the match

with the halves to be decided by the toss of a coin

c) If still no agreement and the match not played in competition rounds, no replay will occur and competition

points will result in a default for both teams

d) Should the appointed referee subsequently arrive, the appointed referee must take control at a suitable

time

e) If the match is a top 4 playoff and the teams have not agreed to a referee, the match shall be considered

postponed. The match is to be replayed at a time and date to be determined by the TRL

f) The referee is the sole judge during all games, their decision is final. The Match Manager shall monitor the

game time on behalf of the referee (if appointed) and will be sole judge of time for the game except for s

in‐bin incidences

g) Linesman will be appointed wherever possible. Where no linesman is appointed, each team is required to

supply one. The appointed linesman becomes an official of the TRL and must be of 18 years or older, this is

preferable for all Junior Grade Games but not compulsory

REPRESENTATIVE 11. REPRESENTATIVE ELIGIBILITY – U13’s, 14’s, 15’s and 17’s

11.1. Eligibility

a) To be eligible for selection for any representative team, a player must have paid their club membership fees

in full, have played a minimum of 3 or 33% of competition round games in the current season and have

adhered to all the Code of Conduct Policies

b) Players in all Taranaki Shark age group teams must be under the age of their respected age group and must

be selected and play in their own age group as determined by their age at 1 January of the current season,

unless dispensation has been granted by the Taranaki Rugby League Representative Committee and TRL

Operations Manager

11.2. Selection Process


a) Talented players will be identified from an open trial, who have demonstrated a consistent and high

standard of performance and commitment

b) Players named as trialists and who wish to be considered for selection must attend and participate in all the

trials on the scheduled date(s)

c) Clubs may nominate players to the TRL office

d) Trialists who are unavailable on the scheduled date must notify TRL and/or provide a written medical

certificate stating the reason they are unable to participate, only then will they be eligible for selection

11.3. Appointments

a) The Representative Committee shall appoint Coach, Manager and Selectors of all Taranaki Shark

representative teams

b) All positions to be sent out to clubs by 8th January

c) All application forms can be obtained from the TRL office

d) Closing date for all representative management positions is 13 February 2017

11.4. Trials and Selection

a) A Final trial will be held before final teams are named

b) Players may be selected in only one age group representative team in any one season

c) Players selected shall be available for all representative fixtures for the season unless TRL office has

approved prior dispensation

d) In the event of replacement players being required during the season, only players who were named as final

trials in the age group for which they were nominated may be used

e) All players may be required to pay a representative fee at a level and by a date set by the Representative

committee/Board. Players who have difficulty with payment should make this known to the TRL office as

soon as possible to allow for a payment plan to be agreed upon. Payment is required to be paid before the

first Representative game

PROTESTS ‐ APPEALS 12. PROTESTS

12.1. All Teams

a) The following protests are applicable for all teams

i. Registration

ii. Eligibility

b) Any team may lodge a protest against an opposing team

c) The procedure/requirements for lodgement of a protest are as follow:

i. Step 1

Lodge protest in writing accompanied by signature of complainant and club Chairperson or Secretary to

TRL. Letter of protest must be received by the League within 48 hours of the incident occurring or being

recognised to have happened. Receipt of protest by the TRL is the responsibility of the club

ii. Step 2

Protest must detail the following:

When did it happen? (e.g. date & time)

Where did it happen?

Who was involved? (person? club? team?)

What happened?

Why has a protest been lodged?

How many times has this occurred?

Are there any witnesses and/or supporting evidence?

Has anything been put in place or acted upon to resolve this issue?


iii. Step 3

Protest must include payment of administration fee of $50.00 to TRL

iv. Step 4

Protest will be handled by the TRL Judicial Committee for ruling

v. Step 5

Outcome of protest will be confirmed within fourteen (14) days of receiving protest

vi. Step 6

If dispute is unable to be solved within fourteen (14) days, the protest will be presented to the TRL

Board for consultation and a final decision will be determined

d) Should the player(s) be found out of order, the club from which the player(s) belong will be fined $50.00 for

the first and each subsequent offence after notice was served by the Disputes Committee

e) All players found out of order will result in any competition points won by the team for that game being

forfeited

f) In the event of a registration protest upheld, the accused team forfeits any points won from the game and

any subsequent games the player participated in

g) No late protest lodgements will be received

12.2. Out of Order Players

a) All Senior Grade players must be registered to a club prior to taking the field. Any player found to be out of

order during a game whether by way of protest or TRL check will incur a penalty fine and loss of competition

points for all games any out of order player participated in

12.3. Appeals

a) Three types of appeals identified:

i. Transfers

ii. Committee

iii. Judicial

b) Appeals to be processed in the same format as protests

12.4. Transfer Appeals

a) Any player refused a transfer by his former club has the right of appeal

b) If aggrieved at the decision appellant has further right of appeal to the TRL Board of Control

c) Appeals to include written submissions on which the appeal is based

d) Failure to submit within a 72‐hour timeframe, from notice of outcome to receipt of appeal, will result in the

appeal having been deemed withdrawn.

12.5. Committee Appeals

a) Any member of the League who has been suspended or disqualified has the right of appeal to the TRL Board

of Control

b) Any appeal must be lodged within 48 hours of the decision in writing by the suspended person

c) Failure to submit within a 72‐hour timeframe, from notice of outcome to receipt of appeal, will result in the

appeal having been deemed withdrawn.

12.6. Judicial Appeals

a) Any person found guilty by the TRL Judicial Committee has the right of appeal to the TRL Board of Control

which must be lodged with the TRL within 48 hours carrying a fee of $50.00 stating the reason


13. CLUB CONTACTS

13.1. Coastal Cobras

Coastal Cobras Rugby League

Postal Address: Phone: Mobile: Email: [email protected]

Grounds Location Opunake Domain

Tasman St Surf Highway 45 Opunake

COASTAL COBRAS COMMITTEE

NAME POSITION PHONE EMAIL

Derek Kupe Chairperson 027 547 6302 [email protected]

Bruce Clement

Julie Kupe Secretary

Jade Smith Treasurer

Jamie Taylor Club Captain

Noho Parata Premier Coach

Reuben Wallace Junior Delegate 027 934 9576

13.2. Hawera Hawks

Hawera Hawks Rugby League

Postal Address: 55 Manawapou Rd, Hawera Phone: 027 278 3984 Email: [email protected]

Grounds Location The TSB Hub

Camberwell Road HAWERA

HAWERA HAWKS COMMITTEE


Llew Kahui Chairperson 027 417 2301 [email protected]

AJ Rowlands Secretary 027 313 2871 [email protected]

Tamara Pakau Treasurer

Dean Kerehoma Junior Delegate 027 203 4290 [email protected]


13.3. Marist Dragons

Marist Dragons Rugby League

Postal Address: 93a Mangati Rd Phone: 027 288 6857 Email: [email protected]

Grounds Location: Hickford Park

Smeaton Rd Bell Block

MARIST DRAGONS COMMITTEE


Mataatua Oke Chairperson 027 313 7503 [email protected]

Allana Prestney Secretary/Treasurer 027 288 6857 [email protected]

Andrew Castle Club Captain 027 474 3265 [email protected]

Brad Graham Premier Coach 021 229 7884 [email protected]

13.4. Normanby/Okaiawa Knights

Normanby/Okaiawa Rugby League Postal Address: Phone: Email:

Grounds Location: Normanby Domain

Ketemarae Road Normanby

NORMANBY/OKAIAWA CONTACT DETAILS


Steph Walden Chairperson 027 302 8825 [email protected]

Janelle Anderson Secretary 027 413 8386 [email protected]

Latesha Coleman Delegate 022 404 8800 [email protected]


13.5. Waitara Bears

Waitara Bears Rugby League

Postal Address: Phone: Email:

Grounds Location: Clifton Park

Princess St & Clifton Drive Waitara

WAITARA BEARS COMMITTEE


Stacey O’Carroll President 027 611 1051 [email protected]

Julie Moeller Secretary 022 057 0160 [email protected]

Joe Rauner Treasurer 06 754 8623 [email protected]

Ian Morton Senior Delegate 027 553 5658 [email protected]

Mike Katene Junior Delegate 021 027 5055 [email protected]

Corey Ahu Premier Coach 021 181 8905 [email protected]

13.6. Western Suburbs Tigers

Western Suburbs Rugby League Postal Address: Phone: Email:

Grounds Location: Ngamotu Domain

Pioneer Road Spotswood

WESTERN SUBURBS COMMITTEE


Tui Waru Chairperson 027 361 9007 [email protected]

Jeremy Bunting Vice Chair

Jamie Webb Treasurer [email protected]

Mark Webb Club Captain 027 820 5766

Ed Te Huia Junior Delegate


RESOURCES

14. CONCUSSION AND SERIOUS INJURY REPORT FORM

TEAM MANAGEMENT REPORT/REFEREE REPORT

Concussion and Serious injury reports must be completed for the following injuries: a) Any incident that results in a “Suspected” Concussion. THIS DOES NOT REQUIRE A LOSS OF CONCIOUSNESS.

b) Any incident that results in a player’s loss of consciousness

c) Any head or neck injury that requires the player to be transported directly from the ground to an emergency

department, hospital or after hours medical centre

d) Any injury that results in the admission of a player into hospital

Serious injury reports must be forwarded to the N.Z.R.L within 48 hours of the injury coming to the notice of the referee or team management by Fax 09‐525‐5596 or email [email protected] (1) INJURED PERSON (Please print clearly)

Surname: First Names:

Date of Birth: Male: ☐ Female: ☐

Phone Number:

Team Name: Playing Position: Grade:

(2) INJURY SPECIFICS

Type of injury Site of injury Method of leaving field

Concussion ☐ Head ☐ Ambulance ☐

Fracture ☐ Neck ☐ Stretcher ☐

Dislocation ☐ Shoulder ☐ Walk ☐

Serious Joint ☐ Back ☐ Other (specify)

Other (specify) Arm ☐ Phase of Play

On Field Treatment Provider Chest/Trunk ☐ Scrum ☐

Doctor ☐ Thigh/Hamstring ☐ Making a Tackle ☐

St Johns ☐ Knee ☐ Being Tackled ☐

Team Official ☐ Lower Leg ☐ Foul Play ☐

Referee Only ☐ Other (specify Other (specify)

Other (specify)

(3) REPORTING PERSON DETAILS

Date: Time: Place:

Name: Signed: Designation:

Contact: Home Work: Mobile:

(4) ACCIDENT REPORTS: Please attach any reports relevant to the accident: e.g. Hospital, Doctor, St John’s, Referee


15. BASIC CLUB RESOURCES

15.1. AGM Agenda (sample)

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING NAME OF CLUB__________

Date: Venue:

1) Welcome and introduction

2) Present

3) Apologies

4) Confirmation of Minutes of Annual General Meeting (Date)

5) Adoption of Annual Accounts for year ended ________

6) President’s Report

7) Notices of Motion

8) Treasurer’s Report

9) Committee Reports

10) Election of Officers

11) Report of Honours Award Committee (presentation of honours, life memberships, etc.)

12) General Business

13) Close


15.2. Basic Committee Role Descriptions

a) The Chairperson

i. The principal leader; overall responsibility for the club’s administration

ii. Develops the agenda for meetings with the Secretary, which include:

Apologies

Minutes of the previous meeting

Matters arising from the minutes

Inward and outward correspondence

Accounts for payment and a statement of finances

Committee reports

Other reports

Motions before the meeting

General business

Arrangements for the next meeting

b) The Secretary

i. Handles all the club’s correspondence

ii. Works closely with the chairperson

iii. Arranges the meeting place and facilities

iv. Sends notice of meetings to the relevant people (include the previous meeting’s minutes and the

meeting agenda)

v. Takes the meeting minutes and circulate within the week

vi. Keep members informed of club activities

c) The Treasurer

i. Oversees club finances; needs basic book keeping skills

ii. Prepares and presents financial statements to committee meetings and for the annual report

iii. Issues receipts for deposited monies

iv. Make all payments

v. Prepare monthly accounts

vi. Handle tax returns

15.3. Effectively Managing Meetings

A short resource to help you manage meetings effectively:

a) Effective face‐to‐face communications at meetings are essential to build and maintain successful

organisations. Everyone wants productive meetings which are well managed. There are two types of

meetings:

i. Formal

ii. Informal

c) Formal Meetings – Pre‐meeting

i. The Chairperson always calls for, or decides on, the agenda items liaising with the Secretary to finalise

arrangements

ii. The following should be circulated prior to the meeting:

Minutes of the previous meeting

Inward and outward correspondence Committee reports

Major topics for discussion beyond the standard agenda topics and committee reports

iii. TOP TIP – If it is a committee meeting, it is useful to remind members of any tasks that should have been

completed prior to the meeting

d) During the meeting – the meeting is conducted in the order of business set out in the agenda


i. The Chairperson welcomes and thanks all members for being present, makes a few introductory

comments and declares the meeting open

ii. Apologies are called for and read out. A record of those present and absent is kept. The Chairperson

puts a formal motion that the apologies are accepted. A vote can be taken and the result recorded

iii. The accuracy of the previous meeting’s minutes is confirmed by those present at the meeting. The

motion of acceptance has to be nominated and seconded

iv. Matters arising from the previous minutes are discussed (unless they appear on the agenda). This

discussion should be brief. If the topic develops, try to transfer this to general business

v. Correspondence (inward and outward) may be tabled. Important correspondence should be dealt with

as separate agenda items. Many clubs no longer spend meeting time on approving all items of

correspondence

vi. Financial statements may include Accounts for Payment and a Monthly Statement of Accounts. An

indication of the club’s financial position should be given. Note: financial reports, as well as other

reports discussed at the meeting, require formal motions of acceptance

vii. Discussion of Committee reports should be confined to recommendations and to those matters

requiring approval for further action

viii. Other reports are dealt with next. These should be brief and on specific topics

ix. General business is the time for minor items to be raised (major items should be submitted prior to the

meeting). The Chairperson has the right to decide whether the matter should be discussed

x. Action items – confirmation of delegated tasks and timeframes

xi. Next meeting – date, time and venue given to all members

xii. Close of meeting – Chairperson thanks members for participation and formally closes the meeting

e) Post‐Meeting – The Chairperson will liaise with the Secretary to:

i. Confirm action plans and follow‐up procedures

ii. Discuss meeting minutes’ timeframe and circulation date

iii. Discuss any special items

iv. Make arrangements for the next meeting

f) Informal Meetings – Informal meetings encourage members to relax and participate, but still need to be

managed

g) Reasons to hold an informal meeting:

i. Brainstorm, discuss and sell ideas

ii. Solve problems

iii. Gather opinions

iv. Build morale

h) The meeting needs a chairperson, and possibly a facilitator/recorder. Ground rules need to be set at the

beginning of the meeting. These would include:

i. Establishing the purpose and desired outcomes of the meeting

ii. Checking that everyone understands the topics to be discussed

iii. Ensuring everyone listens to each other carefully and is not judgemental

iv. Encouraging everyone to be objective and keep discussion focused on the topic

v. Examining each option individually and objectively and reaching a conclusion for that option (which

should be recorded for later reference).

15.4. Meeting Procedures

a) Understanding Motions – a motion is a formal recommendation put to a meeting for debate and

consideration. The motion then has to be supported by another person (seconded) before it is open for

discussion

b) The process:

i. The Chairperson asks the proposer to speak to the motion


ii. Other committee members can also add to the discussion. If there is no discussion the motion is then

put to the meeting for a decision

iii. Members vote on whether they agree or disagree with the motion

iv. All motions carried or otherwise must be minuted. If passed the motion becomes a resolution

c) Voting at Meetings – the Chairperson must have a clear understanding of the voting rights of members,

which should be stated in the organisation’s constitution. It is useful to have a copy of the constitution at

every meeting

d) There are different ways of voting at meetings. The Chairperson must decide which is the most appropriate

for the decision being reached

e) Show of hands – the Chairperson must say “Will all those in favour of this motion raise their hands?”

followed by “Will all those who are not in favour raise their hands?” (Hands are counted)

f) Verbal Vote – the Chairperson must say “Will all those in favour say ‘Aye’?” followed by “Those against say

‘No’”

g) A Ballot Vote – this is most often used when electing officers. Two scrutineers are appointed. A slip of paper

is given to each member with the list of candidates outlined. The Chairperson may ask that the members

cross off the names of those they do not support. Slips are collected by the scrutineers and a count is made

outside the meeting room. The Chair then asks for a motion to destroy ballot papers. In the event of a tied

vote, the Chairperson has the final or casting vote

h) Chairing Techniques – the Chairperson is responsible for the following during meetings:

i. Indicating when a person may speak

ii. Keeping the discussion targeted to the topic

iii. Deciding when the discussion should be brought to an end

iv. Not getting involved in discussion unless the group seek an opinion or requires guidance

v. Summarising the discussion points to aid in the decision making. Sometimes a facilitator is appointed to

record key points which are visible to all of the group. If a decision cannot be reached, refer the matter

to a working party for a report at the next meeting


15.5. Application to Tour/Host


15.6. NZRL National Player Registration Form


15.7. Premier Match Sheet (sample)

Premier Match Sheet

Match: Match Manager:

Date: Venue: Time Keeper:

Referee: Touch Judges: FINAL SCORE:

Team:

Player Names: Tries Goal DG No Tries Goal DG Player Names:

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

1st Half Running Score Interchange 2nd Half Running Score

IN OUT IN OUT

Sin Bin: Sin Bin:

Dismissal: ½ Time Bench: Dismissal: ½ Time Bench:

Coach: Coach

Manager: Manager:

Trainer: Trainer:

Referee Signature:


15.8. Junior Match Sheet (sample)

HOME TEAM…………………………………………. DATE ………………………………

ROUND ……………………………………………………………………………………………

Name Age @31/12/2017 Comments

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

22

23

24

25

Coaches Name

Managers Name Signature

Tries

Player

Goals

Player

Referee signature

SCORE

AWAY TEAM………………………………………………………………………………..

Name Age @31/12/2017 Comments 1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

21

22

23

24

25

Coaches Name

Managers Name Signature

Tries

Player

Goals

Player

Referee signature

SCORE

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