Child safety
Netball Queensland child safety standards began on 1 April 2026. KNC aligns with those standards, the Netball Australia safeguarding policy and the working-with-children requirements that apply to club roles.
Child safety resourcesPolicies
Policies
Club-specific expectations live here, alongside links and summaries for official Netball Australia, Netball Queensland and Tweed Netball Association resources.
Code of conduct
Respectful community netball
The Netball Australia Code of Conduct sets expectations for respectful, fair and safe behaviour across players, coaches, officials, parents, volunteers and spectators.
KNC's poster summary highlights four simple principles: show respect, play fair, keep it safe and be a good sport. Abuse, discrimination, harassment and unsporting behaviour have no place in netball.
Club behaviour expectations
- Respect players, coaches, managers, umpires, volunteers and spectators.
- Support young officials and developing umpires.
- Raise concerns through the club instead of confronting officials directly.
- Help keep games, training and events safe for children and young people.
Photography and media
KNC uses photos and videos to celebrate players, promote programs and share community spirit. Permission can be withdrawn by contacting the club in writing, although previously published material may not always be removable.
Grievances
KNC encourages informal resolution where possible. If a concern cannot be resolved, complaints should be put in writing and sent to the Club Secretary for review.
Contact the clubOfficial resources
Policy links
National and state policies
Netball Australia, Netball Queensland and Netball NSW guidance.
Netball Australia Integrity Policies
Central hub for Code of Conduct, member protection, complaints, safeguarding and integrity policies.
Opens in a new tabCode of Conduct for Community NetballFull Netball Australia Code of Conduct for Community Netball, effective 1 February 2026.
PreviewSafeguarding Children and Young PeopleNetball Australia safeguarding policy for keeping children and young people safe, respected and supported.
PreviewComplaints and Disciplinary PolicyNetball Australia process for complaints, reports and disciplinary matters.
PreviewNetball Queensland Member ProtectionChild Safe Standards, universal principle, safeguarding guidance and practical member protection resources.
Opens in a new tabNetball Queensland PoliciesQueensland policy hub with Netball Australia policies adopted by Netball Queensland.
Opens in a new tabNetball NSW PoliciesNSW policy hub including grievance, photography, social media, adverse weather and related guidance.
Opens in a new tabLocal policies
Tweed Netball Association rules and resources that apply to local competition.