PURPOSE AND STRUCTURE
It sets out the procedures to follow in dealing with competition related offences and disputes in an effective, appropriate and timely manner. This document is the primary reference for offences that may arise in the conduct of netball tournaments, competitions, activities and events throughout Victoria.
The Competition Regulations consist of the following six parts:
Part I – Definitions
Part II – Introduction
Part III – Offences
Part IV – Complaints Procedure
Part V – Penalties
Part VI – Appeals
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FORMS
Complaint Manager Nomination Form
An organisation body must appoint a Complaint Manager to be responsible for dealing with reports made under the regulations.
Netball Victoria must be officially notified of the appointment of a Complaint Manager in writing as per the Complaint Manager nomination form. Click here to submit details.
Appeal Officer Nomination Form
An organisation body must appoint an Appeal Officer to be responsible for dealing with appeals from determinations made under the regulations.
Netball Victoria must be officially notified of the appointment of an Appeal Officer in writing as per the Appeal Officer nomination form. Click here to submit details.
Complaint Form
A complainant who makes a complaint under this regulation should enter the details of the alleged offence(s) on the complaint form in the Netball Victoria Competition Complaints Handling Regulations.
All the particulars in connection to the complaint should be noted and where ever possible witness statements and witness details should be provided. A complaint should be made as soon as possible and at least within three (3) working days of the offence occurring. The complaint form should be sent to your club, association or league. Complaint form can be found here.
Respondent Form
Upon receipt of a complaint the Hearing Officer must provide the respondent with a copy of the complaint form and ask them to respond by completing the respondent form in the Netball Victoria Competition Complaints Handing Regulations. The respondent must detail their version of events within up to four (4) working days after receiving the complaint against them. Respondent form can be found here.
Notice of Appeal
The Notice of Appeal must state the full details of charge(s), the decision by the Complaints Manager or Hearing Panel and the grounds of appeal. The Notice of Appeal must be lodged within fourteen (14) days of the notification of the decision of the Complaints Manager or Hearing Panel. View Notice here.