National Integrity Framework

With effect 01 July 2022 Water Polo NSW (WPNSW) adopted the National Integrity Framework (NIF).

NIF is a set of rules that all members of a sport need to follow when it comes to their behaviour and conduct in sport.  

Threats to sports integrity include things like illicit drug use, doping, competition manipulation and behaviours that impact people's positive experience of sport, such as discrimination or abuse. 

Integrity in sport means athletes, supporters and fans can participate and celebrate sport, confident in the knowledge that they are part of a safe, fair and inclusive environment.

Water Polo takes integrity seriously.

All WPNSW members and participants have an obligation to protect and maintain the integrity of our sport.

Need Support in Integrity

If you need support in integrity matters in Water Polo NSW please contact integrity@waterpolonsw.org.au or enquiries on 0497 566 560.

Sport Integrity Australia is the national agency established to protect sport against integrity threats. 

Core policies, including the National Integrity Framework Policies, can be accessed below:

• National Sanctioning Policy
• Member Protection Policy
• Code of Conduct
• Conduct and Disciplinary Policy
• Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy
• Complaints, Disputes and Discipline Policy
• Personal Grievances Policy
• National Sanctioning Policy
• National Membership and Registration Policy
• Improper Use of Drugs and Medicine Policy
• Australian National Anti-Doping Policy 
• Competition Manipulation and Sport Gambling Policy
• Whistleblower Policy

WPNSW Policies, Procedures & Guidelines

• Player Age Limits
• Player Eligibility
• Inter Club Transfer
• Insurance
• Player Draft Procedure
• WPNSW Capitation Refund Policy
• WPNSW Country Selection Policy
• Prescription Goggles
• Sun Care
• Concussion Guidance 
• Air Quality Guidelines
• Think.Act.Play Guidelines