WANNEROO AMATEUR FOOTBALL CLUB > Policies & Documents

Policies & Documents

The Wanneroo Amateur Football Club (WAFC) is committed to strong governance, transparency, and providing a safe, inclusive, and well-managed environment for all members.

Our policies and documents outline the standards, expectations, and procedures that guide how our club operates both on and off the field. They are designed to support players, coaches, volunteers, and committee members, ensuring consistency, fairness, and accountability across all areas of the club.

Our Commitment

WAFC policies are built to:

Promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive club environment
Provide clear expectations for behaviour and conduct
Support effective governance and decision-making
Ensure alignment with Perth Football League By-Laws and the Laws of Australian Football
Protect the well-being of all participants

Member Acknowledgement

By registering as a player, official, or volunteer with WAFC, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to abide by the club’s policies and governing documents.

Key Documents

Our governance framework includes (but is not limited to):

Code of Conduct
Complaints & Dispute Resolution Policy
Member Protection Policy
Social Media Policy
Umpire & Trainer Policies
Child Safeguarding
Club By-Laws
Constitution

These documents work together to support the smooth operation of the club and uphold the values of WAFC

Accessing Documents

All current policies and documents are available below. These may be updated periodically to reflect changes in legislation, league requirements, or club operations.

Constitution

WAFC Code of Conduct

WAFC Alcohol & Drugs Policy

WAFC Complaints & Disciplinary Policy

WAFC Volunteer & Officials Policy

WAFC Inclusion & Diversity Policy

WAFC Member Protection Policy

WAFC Selection Guidelines Policy

WAFC Social Media Policy

WAFC Risk & Safety

WAFC Umpire & Trainer Allocation Policy

WAFC Child Safeguarding Policy

WAFC Trainer Responsibility & Expectations Policy

Perth Football League (By Law & Policies)

https://perthfootball.com.au/perth-football-hq/policies

AFL Rules & Policies

National Community Football Policy Handbook
https://play.afl/clubhelp/resources/national-community-football-policy-handbook#article-0

2026 Laws of Australian Football
https://www.afl.com.au/about-afl/laws-of-the-game

AFL 2026 New Laws & Interpretations
https://play.afl/clubhelp/resources/laws-game#article-0

Concussion Resources
https://play.afl/concussion

Marsh Insurance

Wanneroo Amateur Football Club (WAFC) participates in the Marsh National Risk Protection Program and holds standard Bronze-level coverage. Full details of the policy are available below.

Please note that coverage under this program is limited. Members are strongly encouraged to consider their own individual circumstances and obtain appropriate additional cover where required, including Private Health Insurance, Ambulance Insurance, and Income Protection Insurance.

Community Australian Football
https://www.au.marsh.com/sport/afl/clubs.html#Community-Participants

Marsh Bronze Level of Cover
https://www.au.marsh.com/content/dam/marsh-affinity-2/pacific/documents/afl/personal-accident/nrpp-bronze-flyer.pdf

Australian Football NRPP Summary
https://www.au.marsh.com/content/dam/marsh-affinity-2/pacific/documents/afl/general/program-summary.pdf

Marsh – Medicare v Risk Protection
https://www.au.marsh.com/content/dam/marsh-affinity-2/pacific/documents/afl/general/medicare-vs-risk-protection.pdf

PFL Marsh Insurance Resources
https://perthfootball.com.au/clubs/insurance

Marsh Match Day Checklist
https://info-pacific.marsh.com/acton/media/44357/afl-matchday-checklist-marsh