Getting your club ready for 2027

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7510Unlimited

Quarter field

Managed by the team coach, manager and refereeSame management as a yellow cardNo blue card is shown at U8

40 point thresholdStrongly recommended

Two grades up needs approval7Quarter fieldManaged by the team coach, manager and referee40 point threshold

Front row assessment7Quarter fieldManaged by the team coach, manager and referee40 point threshold

Mixed gender7Quarter fieldManaged by the team coach, manager and referee40 point threshold

Not applicable at U87Quarter fieldManaged by the team coach, manager and referee40 point threshold

Play in the gender you identify with7Quarter fieldManaged by the team coach, manager and referee40 point threshold

Size 37Managed by the team coach, manager and referee40 point threshold

30 min7Managed by the team coach, manager and referee40 point threshold

15 min7Managed by the team coach, manager and referee40 point threshold

None7Managed by the team coach, manager and referee40 point threshold

Try only7Managed by the team coach, manager and referee40 point threshold

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10Half fieldManaged by the team coach and the referee50 point thresholdBest practice13UnlimitedMinimum numbers for a game is 7 players per teamSize 340 min20 minNoneTry onlySame management as a yellow cardNo blue card is shown at U9&10Strongly recommendedFront row assessmentMixed genderNot applicable at U9&10Play in the gender you identify with

12Full field less 10mNo on-field coach5 minutes60 point thresholdBest practice17UnlimitedMinimum numbers for a game is 7 players per teamSize 450 min25 minNoneTry and conversionSuspended until a judicial hearingNo blue card is shown at U11&12Strongly recommendedFront row assessmentMixed genderNot applicable at U11&12Play in the gender you identify with

1523UnlimitedMinimum numbers for a game is 10 players per team

Full fieldSize 450 min30 minNone

No on-field coach

60 point thresholdStrongly recommended

Best practiceFront row assessmentSingle gender by default

Immediately suspended until they attend a judicial hearingApplies from U13

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15Full fieldNo on-field coach60 point thresholdBest practice23UnlimitedMinimum numbers for a game is 10 players per team

15Full fieldNo on-field coach60 point thresholdBest practice23UnlimitedMinimum numbers for a game is 10 players per team

15Full fieldNo on-field coach60 point thresholdBest practice23UnlimitedMinimum numbers for a game is 10 players per team

15Full fieldNo on-field coach60 point thresholdBest practice23UnlimitedMinimum numbers for a game is 10 players per team

15Full fieldNo on-field coach60 point thresholdBest practice23UnlimitedMinimum numbers for a game is 10 players per team

1523UnlimitedMinimum numbers for a game is 10 players per team

Full fieldMale - 5 Female - 4.560 min30 minNone

No on-field coach

Not applicableStrongly recommended

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Immediately suspended until they attend a judicial hearing

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15Full fieldNo on-field coachNot applicableBest practice23UnlimitedMinimum numbers for a game is 10 players per team

15Full fieldNo on-field coachNot applicableBest practice23UnlimitedMinimum numbers for a game is 10 players per team

15Full fieldNo on-field coachNot applicableBest practice23UnlimitedMinimum numbers for a game is 10 players per team

15Full fieldNo on-field coachNot applicableBest practice23UnlimitedMinimum numbers for a game is 10 players per team

15Full fieldNo on-field coachNot applicableBest practice23UnlimitedMinimum numbers for a game is 10 players per team

Players per side. Numbers must be matched, and teams share players to reach the maximum.Players per side. Numbers must be matched, and teams share players to reach the maximum.Players per side. Teams match numbers and share players, except where a team is observing a yellow or red card sanction.Teams must match numbers, unless a player is sanctioned with a yellow or red card.Teams must match numbers, unless a player is sanctioned with a yellow or red card.No scrum, no lineout, no kicking in general play.One coach from each team is on the field for the full duration of every match, across the season. They guide players and reinforce the match official's decisions. Not a second referee. The on-field coach may: ✓ Give short, in the moment guidance to their own players, and to opposition players where it helps play continue safely. ✓ Explain a decision to players in language they understand, after it has been made. ✓ Reposition players and help them get set for a restart. ✓ Alert the match official to a safety concern at any time. The on-field coach may not: ✕ Overturn, reverse, question or debate a decision of the match official. ✕ Award or signal any decision, sanction or score. ✕ Direct play from within either defensive line, or interfere with the ball, players or space. ✕ Coach the opposition's tactics, or delay a restart to give instruction.The time spent on the sideline is at the discretion of the coach and referee. The player can be replaced immediately. It is not recorded in Rugby Xplorer in this age group.The time spent on the sideline is at the discretion of the coach and referee. The player can be replaced immediately. It is not recorded in Rugby Xplorer in this age group.Once the threshold is reached, the coach of the losing team chooses one of three options.Once the threshold is reached, the coach of the losing team chooses one of three options.Once the threshold is reached, the coach of the losing team chooses one of three options.Players turning 8 in the calendar year can participate — actual age grade. Best practice: Play within a one year age window. Acceptable practice: Play within a two year age window. Exceptional practice: Three year window, following specific criteria in union policy, including consent and assessment. World Rugby Player. Welfare Guidelines, Age. Differential. Playing. Guideline.Players per team. Below five, the game does not take place. Rugby Australia junior variation.Suggested maximum match day squad.Suggested maximum match day squad.Suggested maximum match day squad.Suggested maximum match day squad.Suggested maximum match day squad.Unlimited movements. Replacements can be made at any stoppage where the ball is dead and only with the permission of the referee. A replacement can take place at a FK or PK but the ball must be made dead prior to this happening and with the permission of the referee. The ball is dead when the referee blows the whistle to stop play; or when the ball is in touch and a lineout should take place; or following an unsuccessful conversion.Unlimited movements. Replacements can be made at any stoppage where the ball is dead and only with the permission of the referee. A replacement can take place at a FK or PK but the ball must be made dead prior to this happening and with the permission of the referee. The ball is dead when the referee blows the whistle to stop play; or when the ball is in touch and a lineout should take place; or following an unsuccessful conversion.Unlimited movements. Replacements can be made at any stoppage where the ball is dead and only with the permission of the referee. A replacement can take place at a FK or PK but the ball must be made dead prior to this happening and with the permission of the referee. The ball is dead when the referee blows the whistle to stop play; or when the ball is in touch and a lineout should take place; or following an unsuccessful conversion.Unlimited movements. Replacements can be made at any stoppage where the ball is dead and only with the permission of the referee. A replacement can take place at a FK or PK but the ball must be made dead prior to this happening and with the permission of the referee. The ball is dead when the referee blows the whistle to stop play; or when the ball is in touch and a lineout should take place; or following an unsuccessful conversion.Unlimited movements. Replacements can be made at any stoppage where the ball is dead and only with the permission of the referee. A replacement can take place at a FK or PK but the ball must be made dead prior to this happening and with the permission of the referee. The ball is dead when the referee blows the whistle to stop play; or when the ball is in touch and a lineout should take place; or following an unsuccessful conversion.Uncontested five player scrum, no formed lineout, no kicking in general play.One coach from each team is on the field for the full duration of every match, across the season. They guide players and reinforce the match official's decisions. Not a second referee. The on-field coach may: ✓ Give short, in the moment guidance to their own players, and to opposition players where it helps play continue safely. ✓ Explain a decision to players in language they understand, after it has been made. ✓ Reposition players, prompt them into the correct formation, and help them get set for a restart. ✓ Alert the match official to a safety concern at any time. The on-field coach may not: ✕ Overturn, reverse, question or debate a decision of the match official. ✕ Award or signal any decision, sanction or score. ✕ Direct play from within either defensive line, or interfere with the ball, players or space. ✕ Coach the opposition's tactics, or delay a restart to give instruction.Play within a one year age window. Acceptable practice (U9 & U10): Play within a two year age window. Exceptional practice: Three year window, following specific criteria in union policy, including consent and assessment. World Rugby Player. Welfare Guidelines, Age. Differential. Playing. Guideline. U9. Players turning 8 or 9 in the calendar year can participate. Acceptable practice, eligible age grades. U10. Players turning 9 or 10 in the calendar year can participate. Rugby Australia's Size for Age guidelines also apply at U10.7 players per team 3 person scrum 8 players per team 3 person scrum 9 players per team 5 person scrum.All field markings are used and referred to as painted.All field markings are used and referred to as painted.All field markings are used and referred to as painted.This is where on-field coaching stops. It is present at U8 to U10, and not from U11 onward. It is recommended that the coach stands behind the player's bench, inside the field enclosure.Actual game time. The player cannot be replaced. The player, or a replacement, may take the field once the 5 minutes expires. All yellow cards must be recorded in Rugby Xplorer.Play within a one year age window. Acceptable practice (U11 & U12): Play within a two year age window. Exceptional practice: Three year window, following specific criteria in union policy, including consent and assessment. World Rugby Player. Welfare Guidelines, Age. Differential. Playing. Guideline. Rugby Australia's Size for Age guidelines also apply. U11. Players turning 10 or 11 in the calendar year can participate. Acceptable practice, eligible age grades. U12. Players turning 11 or 12 in the calendar year can participate. Acceptable practice, eligible age grades.7 players: 3 person scrum. 8 players: 3 person scrum. 9 players: 5 person scrum. 10 players: 5 person scrum. 11 players: 5 person scrum. A five person scrum is front row plus second row. Minimum 10 players to start a game at U11&12.On-field coaching applies at U8 to U10 only. It is recommended that the coach stands behind the player's bench, inside the field enclosure.Any player shown a yellow card in a XVs match is suspended for a period of playing time: 5 min match of 50 minutes or less 10 min match of more than 50 minutes.Any player shown a yellow card in a XVs match is suspended for a period of playing time: 5 min match of 50 minutes or less 10 min match of more than 50 minutes.Once the threshold is reached, the coach of the team that is losing chooses one of three options.Play within a one year age window. Acceptable practice (U13 & U14): Play within a two year age window. Exceptional practice: Three year window, following specific criteria in union policy, including consent and assessment. World Rugby Player. Welfare Guidelines, Age. Differential. Playing. Guideline. U13. Players turning 12 or 13 in the calendar year can participate. Acceptable practice, eligible age grades. U14. Players turning 13 or 14 in the calendar year can participate. Acceptable practice, eligible age grades.10 players: 5 person scrum. 11 players: 5 person scrum. 12 players: 6 person scrum. 13 players: 6 person scrum. 14 players: 6 person scrum. A five person scrum is front row plus second row. A six person scrum adds the No.8.10 players: 5 person scrum. 11 players: 5 person scrum. 12 players: 6 person scrum. 13 players: 6 person scrum. 14 players: 6 person scrum. A five person scrum is front row plus second row. A six person scrum adds the No.8.On-field coaching applies at U8 to U10 only. Coaches may coach from behind the player's bench or outside the playing enclosure.The Game Balance Law does not apply from U15 onwards, unless set by local competition rules.Play within a one year age window. Acceptable practice (U15 & U16): Play within a two year age window. Exceptional practice: Three year window, following specific criteria in union policy, including consent and assessment. World Rugby Player. Welfare Guidelines, Age. Differential. Playing. Guideline. U15. Players turning 14 or 15 in the calendar year can participate. Acceptable practice, eligible age grades. U16. Players turning 15 or 16 in the calendar year can participate. Acceptable practice, eligible age grades.Male and female.Male and female.Male and female.Male and female.Two 15 minute halves.Maximum warm-up time.Maximum warm-up time.Maximum warm-up time.Maximum warm-up time.Maximum warm-up time.None is played. Applies U8 to U18.None is played. Applies U8 to U18.None is played. Applies U8 to U18.None is played. Applies U8 to U18.None is played. Applies U8 to U18.No conversions, penalty goals or field goals. Score kept, not published.No conversions, penalty goals or field goals. Score kept, not published.Coaching Kids Rugby, Smart Rugby, Season Ready, Junior Law Facilitation Workshop.Coaching Kids Rugby, Smart Rugby, Season Ready, Junior Law Facilitation Workshop.Managed by the referee with the on-field coach and the medic, first aid officer or trainer. The referee blue card applies from U13 and older.Managed by the referee with the on-field coach and the medic, first aid officer or trainer. The referee blue card applies from U13 and older.Applies to all rugby, at all ages.Applies to all rugby, at all ages.Applies to all rugby, at all ages.Applies to all rugby, at all ages.Applies to all rugby, at all ages.Not mandatory under RA junior law, but all contact players should wear a properly fitted mouthguard. Some competitions make them compulsory — check local rules.Any player requesting to play two single age grades up requires Age Grade Dispensation approval.Not applicable in U8s.Boys and girls may be selected in the same team and play with and against each other. The RA Participation Policy starting position: males and females may participate in mixed gender rugby up to and including the calendar year in which they turn 12.Boys and girls may be selected in the same team and play with and against each other. The RA Participation Policy starting position: males and females may participate in mixed gender rugby up to and including the calendar year in which they turn 12.Mixed gender participation is the starting position at this age group, so no dispensation is required.Mixed gender participation is the starting position at this age group, so no dispensation is required.Mixed gender participation is the starting position at this age group, so no dispensation is required.Where the age group is played as mixed gender, dispensation is generally not engaged. Where a single gender competition is offered, the Gender Identity Dispensation Procedure applies.Where the age group is played as mixed gender, dispensation is generally not engaged. Where a single gender competition is offered, the Gender Identity Dispensation Procedure applies.Where the age group is played as mixed gender, dispensation is generally not engaged. Where a single gender competition is offered, the Gender Identity Dispensation Procedure applies.Two 20 minute halves.Not mandatory under national junior law, but all contact players should wear a properly fitted mouthguard. Some competitions make them compulsory — check local rules.Not mandatory under national junior law, but all contact players should wear a properly fitted mouthguard. Some competitions make them compulsory — check local rules.Two grades up, or one grade down, needs approval. Size for Age guidelines apply, including mandatory assessment where required.Two grades up, or one grade down, needs approval. Size for Age guidelines apply, including mandatory assessment where required.Any player intending to play two single age grades up in a front row position requires Schedule B assessment and approval.Any player intending to play two single age grades up in a front row position requires Schedule B assessment and approval.Two 25 minute halves.Conversion by drop kick or place kick. No penalty goals or field goals. A try outside the 15m line is converted from the 15m line.Smart Rugby, Season Ready, Junior and Youth Coach Course.Junior and Youth Coach Course, Continual Personal Development (CPD).The red carded player cannot return. A replacement may take the field after 10 minutes of actual game time. All red cards must be recorded in Rugby Xplorer.Managed by the referee with the team coach from the sideline and the medic, first aid officer or trainer. There is no on-field coach at this age group. The referee blue card applies from U13 and older.Boys and girls may be selected in the same team and play with and against each other. Eligibility runs to the end of the calendar year in which a player turns 12. This is the last age band in which mixed gender is the starting position.Two 25 minute halves. Maximum 100 minutes in a day across all matches.World Rugby Law Try, conversion, penalty goal and dropped goal all apply.World Rugby Law Try, conversion, penalty goal and dropped goal all apply.Smart Rugby, Season Ready, Junior Coach Course, Junior Coach, Essential Coaching Skills, Community Coach.They may be replaced after: 10 min match of 50 minutes or less 20 min match of more than 50 minutes.They may be replaced after: 10 min match of 50 minutes or less 20 min match of more than 50 minutes.Managed by the referee in consultation with the medic, first aid officer or trainer. All blue cards must be recorded in Rugby Xplorer.Managed by the referee in consultation with the medic, first aid officer or trainer. All blue cards must be recorded in Rugby Xplorer.Not mandatory under national law, but Rugby Australia strongly recommends all contact players wear a properly fitted mouthguard. Some competitions make them compulsory — check local rules.Two grades up, or one grade down, needs approval Rugby Australia's Size for Age guidelines, including mandatory assessment where required, will also apply.Required for any player intending to play two single age grades up in a front row position, and for any player with an approved Mixed Gender Dispensation who also intends to play in the front row.Boys and girls play in separate competitions. Mixed gender participation at U13 and U14 is available only through the Rugby Australia Mixed Gender Dispensation Procedure.Available A girl over 12 years of age may play in a mixed gender team at U13 or U14 where no other opportunity to play regular rugby exists. The Rugby Australia Mixed Gender Dispensation Procedure must be followed. Approval rests with the Competition. Manager.Play in the gender you identify with Rugby Australia supports a player's participation in the gender competition with which they identify. A player wishing to play in a gender competition different to the sex listed on their birth certificate must follow the Gender Identity Dispensation Procedure. Approval rests with the Competition. Manager.Play in the gender you identify with Rugby Australia supports a player's participation in the gender competition with which they identify. A player wishing to play in a gender competition different to the sex listed on their birth certificate must follow the Gender Identity Dispensation Procedure. Approval rests with the Competition. Manager.Two 30 minute halves. Maximum 100 minutes in a day across all matches.Smart Rugby, Season Ready, Essential Coaching Skills, Community Coach courses, Community Coach.Not mandatory under national law, but Rugby Australia strongly recommends all contact players wear a properly fitted mouthguard. Some competitions make them compulsory. Check local rules.Players turning 16 in the calendar year could seek a request for dispensation to senior rugby, including. Colts. Approval rests with the Head of Game Development for the Member. Union, usually a GM or CEO role.Play two single age grades up in a front row position; play in the front row with an approved Mixed Gender Dispensation; play senior rugby in a front row position.Boys and girls play in separate competitions. Mixed gender participation is available by dispensation at U15 only. It is not available at U16.U15 available U16 not available A girl may play in a mixed gender team up to and including the calendar year in which she turns 15. Dispensation is not available at U16.

1. Option 1: Mix the teams. Teams are mixed and players are shared.
2. Option 2: Play on. Play continues. No changes to teams.
3. Option 3: End the game. The game is ended. The referee's authority to stop play for safety reasons is unaffected and exists independently of this law.

1. Option 1: Mix the teams. Teams are mixed and players are shared.
2. Option 2: Play on. Play continues. No changes to teams.
3. Option 3: End the game. The game is ended. The referee's authority to stop play for safety reasons is unaffected and exists independently of this law.

1. Option 1: Mix the teams. Teams are mixed and players are shared.
2. Option 2: Play on. Play continues. No changes to teams.
3. Option 3: End the game. The game is ended. The referee's authority to stop play for safety reasons is unaffected and exists independently of this law.

1. Option 1: Mix the teams. Teams are mixed and players are shared.
2. Option 2: Play on. Play continues. No changes to teams.
3. Option 3: End the game. The game is ended. The referee's authority to stop play for safety reasons is unaffected and exists independently of this law.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.Not a World Rugby Law. A participation guideline, not set by the Laws of the Game.Law 3.4–3.5. Under World Rugby Law, replacements are made when the ball is dead.

Law referenceLaw 1.3. Senior field is a maximum 100m x 70m; 1.3(b) allows approved variations.

Law referenceLaw 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes; reduced junior time penalties are a modification.Law 9.30.Not a World Rugby Law. Governed under WR Concussion Guidance and the RA CMP.Regulation 10, Law 3.11 and the RA Concussion Management Procedure. Any player with signs or symptoms of suspected concussion must leave the field immediately. No person, including a medic, first aid officer, trainer, coach or doctor, can override this. The player can be replaced. Graduated return to play: minimum 21 days for players aged 18 and under.

Law referenceNot a World Rugby Law. An RA specific mechanic with no World Rugby equivalent. The score must be known on the field at every age group so this law can operate.Law 4.3(f). A mouthguard is a permitted item of clothing; the senior Law does not mandate it.

Law referenceNot a World Rugby Law. Governed by the RA Mixed Gender Dispensation Procedure.Law 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.Law 1.3. Senior field is a maximum 100m x 70m; 1.3(b) allows approved variations.Law 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes; reduced junior time penalties are a modification.Not a World Rugby Law. An RA specific mechanic with no World Rugby equivalent. The score must be known on the field at every age group so this law can operate.

Law referenceNot a World Rugby Law. Governed by the RA Gender Identity Dispensation Procedure.Law 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.Law 1.3. Senior field is a maximum 100m x 70m; 1.3(b) allows approved variations.Law 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes; reduced junior time penalties are a modification.Not a World Rugby Law. An RA specific mechanic with no World Rugby equivalent. The score must be known on the field at every age group so this law can operate.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.Law 1.3. Senior field is a maximum 100m x 70m; 1.3(b) allows approved variations.Law 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes; reduced junior time penalties are a modification.Not a World Rugby Law. An RA specific mechanic with no World Rugby equivalent. The score must be known on the field at every age group so this law can operate.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.Law 1.3. Senior field is a maximum 100m x 70m; 1.3(b) allows approved variations.Law 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes; reduced junior time penalties are a modification.Not a World Rugby Law. An RA specific mechanic with no World Rugby equivalent. The score must be known on the field at every age group so this law can operate.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.Law 1.3. Senior field is a maximum 100m x 70m; 1.3(b) allows approved variations.Law 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes; reduced junior time penalties are a modification.Not a World Rugby Law. An RA specific mechanic with no World Rugby equivalent. The score must be known on the field at every age group so this law can operate.

Law referenceLaw 2.3–2.4. Smaller balls permitted for young players.Law 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.Law 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes; reduced junior time penalties are a modification.Not a World Rugby Law. An RA specific mechanic with no World Rugby equivalent. The score must be known on the field at every age group so this law can operate.

Law referenceLaw 5.1–5.3. The organiser may reduce match length.Law 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.Law 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes; reduced junior time penalties are a modification.Not a World Rugby Law. An RA specific mechanic with no World Rugby equivalent. The score must be known on the field at every age group so this law can operate.

Law referenceNot a World Rugby Law. Match day logistics.Law 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.Law 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes; reduced junior time penalties are a modification.Not a World Rugby Law. An RA specific mechanic with no World Rugby equivalent. The score must be known on the field at every age group so this law can operate.

Law referenceLaw 5.5(a). Senior: up to one minute.Law 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.Law 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes; reduced junior time penalties are a modification.Not a World Rugby Law. An RA specific mechanic with no World Rugby equivalent. The score must be known on the field at every age group so this law can operate.

Law referenceLaw 8.1. The score must be known on the field.Law 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.Law 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes; reduced junior time penalties are a modification.Not a World Rugby Law. An RA specific mechanic with no World Rugby equivalent. The score must be known on the field at every age group so this law can operate.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.Not a World Rugby Law. A participation guideline, not set by the Laws of the Game.Law 3.4–3.5. Under World Rugby Law, replacements are made when the ball is dead.

Law referenceLaw 1.3. Senior field is a maximum 100m x 70m; 1.3(b) allows approved variations.

Law referenceLaw 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes; reduced junior time penalties are a modification.Law 9.30.Not a World Rugby Law. Governed under WR Concussion Guidance and the RA CMP.Regulation 10, Law 3.11 and the RA Concussion Management Procedure. Any player with signs or symptoms of suspected concussion must leave the field immediately. No person, including a medic, first aid officer, trainer, coach or doctor, can override this. The player can be replaced. Graduated return to play: minimum 21 days for players aged 18 and under.

Law referenceNot a World Rugby Law. An RA specific mechanic with no World Rugby equivalent. The score must be known on the field at every age group so this law can operate.Law 4.3(f). A mouthguard is a permitted item of clothing; the senior Law does not mandate it.

Law referenceNot a World Rugby Law. Governed by the RA Mixed Gender Dispensation Procedure.Not a World Rugby Law. Governed by the RA Gender Identity Dispensation Procedure.

Law referenceLaw 2.3–2.4. Smaller balls permitted for young players.

Law referenceLaw 5.1–5.3. The organiser may reduce match length.

Law referenceNot a World Rugby Law. Match day logistics.

Law referenceLaw 5.5(a). Senior: up to one minute.

Law referenceLaw 8.1. The score must be known on the field.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.Law 1.3. Senior field is a maximum 100m x 70m; 1.3(b) allows approved variations.Law 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes; reduced junior time penalties are a modification.Not a World Rugby Law. An RA specific mechanic with no World Rugby equivalent. The score must be known on the field at every age group so this law can operate.Not a World Rugby Law. A participation guideline, not set by the Laws of the Game.Law 3.4–3.5. Under World Rugby Law, replacements are made when the ball is dead.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.Law 1.3. Senior field is a maximum 100m x 70m; 1.3(b) allows approved variations.Law 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes; reduced junior time penalties are a modification.Not a World Rugby Law. An RA specific mechanic with no World Rugby equivalent. The score must be known on the field at every age group so this law can operate.Not a World Rugby Law. A participation guideline, not set by the Laws of the Game.Law 3.4–3.5. Under World Rugby Law, replacements are made when the ball is dead.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.Law 1.3. Senior field is a maximum 100m x 70m; 1.3(b) allows approved variations.Law 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes; reduced junior time penalties are a modification.Not a World Rugby Law. An RA specific mechanic with no World Rugby equivalent. The score must be known on the field at every age group so this law can operate.Not a World Rugby Law. A participation guideline, not set by the Laws of the Game.Law 3.4–3.5. Under World Rugby Law, replacements are made when the ball is dead.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.Law 1.3. Senior field is a maximum 100m x 70m; 1.3(b) allows approved variations.Law 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes; reduced junior time penalties are a modification.Not a World Rugby Law. An RA specific mechanic with no World Rugby equivalent. The score must be known on the field at every age group so this law can operate.Not a World Rugby Law. A participation guideline, not set by the Laws of the Game.Law 3.4–3.5. Under World Rugby Law, replacements are made when the ball is dead.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.Law 1.3. Senior field is a maximum 100m x 70m; 1.3(b) allows approved variations.Law 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes; reduced junior time penalties are a modification.Not a World Rugby Law. An RA specific mechanic with no World Rugby equivalent. The score must be known on the field at every age group so this law can operate.Not a World Rugby Law. A participation guideline, not set by the Laws of the Game.Law 3.4–3.5. Under World Rugby Law, replacements are made when the ball is dead.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.Not a World Rugby Law. A participation guideline, not set by the Laws of the Game.Law 3.4–3.5. Under World Rugby Law, replacements are made when the ball is dead.

Law referenceLaw 1.3. Senior field is a maximum 100m x 70m; 1.3(b) allows approved variations.Law 2.3–2.4. Smaller balls permitted for young players.Law 5.1–5.3. The organiser may reduce match length.Not a World Rugby Law. Match day logistics.Law 5.5(a). Senior: up to one minute.Law 8.1 sets senior points values.

Law referenceNot a World Rugby Law. On-field coaching is a junior development and participation provision, outside the Laws of the Game.Not a World Rugby Law. A coaching accreditation and workforce matter, not set by the Laws of the Game.

Law referenceLaw 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes.Law 9.30.Not a World Rugby Law. Governed under WR Concussion Guidance and the RA CMP.Regulation 10, Law 3.11 and the RA Concussion Management Procedure. Any player with signs or symptoms of suspected concussion must leave the field immediately. No person, including a medic, first aid officer, trainer, coach or doctor, can override this. The player can be replaced. Graduated return to play: minimum 21 days for players aged 18 and under.

Law referenceNot a World Rugby Law. An RA specific mechanic with no World Rugby equivalent. The score must be known on the field at every age group so this law can operate.Law 4.3(f). A mouthguard is a permitted item of clothing; the senior Law does not mandate it.

Law referenceNot a World Rugby Law. Governed by the RA Mixed Gender Dispensation Procedure.Not a World Rugby Law. Governed by the RA Gender Identity Dispensation Procedure.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.Law 1.3. Senior field is a maximum 100m x 70m; 1.3(b) allows approved variations.Not a World Rugby Law. On-field coaching is a junior development and participation provision, outside the Laws of the Game.Law 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes.Not a World Rugby Law. An RA specific mechanic with no World Rugby equivalent. The score must be known on the field at every age group so this law can operate.Not a World Rugby Law. A participation guideline, not set by the Laws of the Game.Law 3.4–3.5. Under World Rugby Law, replacements are made when the ball is dead.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.Law 1.3. Senior field is a maximum 100m x 70m; 1.3(b) allows approved variations.Not a World Rugby Law. On-field coaching is a junior development and participation provision, outside the Laws of the Game.Law 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes.Not a World Rugby Law. An RA specific mechanic with no World Rugby equivalent. The score must be known on the field at every age group so this law can operate.Not a World Rugby Law. A participation guideline, not set by the Laws of the Game.Law 3.4–3.5. Under World Rugby Law, replacements are made when the ball is dead.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.Law 1.3. Senior field is a maximum 100m x 70m; 1.3(b) allows approved variations.Not a World Rugby Law. On-field coaching is a junior development and participation provision, outside the Laws of the Game.Law 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes.Not a World Rugby Law. An RA specific mechanic with no World Rugby equivalent. The score must be known on the field at every age group so this law can operate.Not a World Rugby Law. A participation guideline, not set by the Laws of the Game.Law 3.4–3.5. Under World Rugby Law, replacements are made when the ball is dead.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.Law 1.3. Senior field is a maximum 100m x 70m; 1.3(b) allows approved variations.Not a World Rugby Law. On-field coaching is a junior development and participation provision, outside the Laws of the Game.Law 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes.Not a World Rugby Law. An RA specific mechanic with no World Rugby equivalent. The score must be known on the field at every age group so this law can operate.Not a World Rugby Law. A participation guideline, not set by the Laws of the Game.Law 3.4–3.5. Under World Rugby Law, replacements are made when the ball is dead.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2. Senior maximum is 15; a match organiser may authorise fewer.Law 1.3. Senior field is a maximum 100m x 70m; 1.3(b) allows approved variations.Not a World Rugby Law. On-field coaching is a junior development and participation provision, outside the Laws of the Game.Law 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes.Not a World Rugby Law. An RA specific mechanic with no World Rugby equivalent. The score must be known on the field at every age group so this law can operate.Not a World Rugby Law. A participation guideline, not set by the Laws of the Game.Law 3.4–3.5. Under World Rugby Law, replacements are made when the ball is dead.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.Not a World Rugby Law. An administrative and participation guideline.Law 3.4–3.5. Law 3.34 caps rolling and tactical replacements at 12 where permitted.

Law referenceLaw 1.3. Senior field dimensions are a maximum 100m x 70m, minimum 94m x 68m.Law 2.3–2.4.Law 5.1 (senior 80 min); 5.3 allows a reduced match length.Not a World Rugby Law. Match day logistics.Law 5.5(a). Senior: up to one minute.Law 8.1: try 5, conversion 2, penalty goal 3, dropped goal 3.

Law referenceNot a World Rugby Law.Not a World Rugby Law. A coaching accreditation and workforce matter.

Law referenceLaw 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes.Law 9.30.Not a World Rugby Law. Governed under WR Concussion Guidance and the RA CMP.Regulation 10, Law 3.11 and the RA Concussion Management Procedure. Any player with signs or symptoms of suspected concussion must leave the field immediately. No person, including a medic, first aid officer, trainer, coach or doctor, can override this. The player can be replaced. Graduated return to play: minimum 21 days for players aged 18 and under.

Law referenceNot a World Rugby Law. An RA specific mechanic. The score must be known on the field at every age group so this law can operate.Law 4.3(f). A mouthguard is a permitted item of clothing.

Law referenceNot a World Rugby Law. Governed by the Rugby Australia Participation Policy.Not a World Rugby Law. Governed by the RA Mixed Gender Dispensation Procedure.Not a World Rugby Law. Governed by the RA Gender Identity Dispensation Procedure.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.Law 1.3. Senior field dimensions are a maximum 100m x 70m, minimum 94m x 68m.Not a World Rugby Law.Law 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes.Not a World Rugby Law. An RA specific mechanic. The score must be known on the field at every age group so this law can operate.Not a World Rugby Law. An administrative and participation guideline.Law 3.4–3.5. Law 3.34 caps rolling and tactical replacements at 12 where permitted.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.Law 1.3. Senior field dimensions are a maximum 100m x 70m, minimum 94m x 68m.Not a World Rugby Law.Law 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes.Not a World Rugby Law. An RA specific mechanic. The score must be known on the field at every age group so this law can operate.Not a World Rugby Law. An administrative and participation guideline.Law 3.4–3.5. Law 3.34 caps rolling and tactical replacements at 12 where permitted.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.Law 1.3. Senior field dimensions are a maximum 100m x 70m, minimum 94m x 68m.Not a World Rugby Law.Law 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes.Not a World Rugby Law. An RA specific mechanic. The score must be known on the field at every age group so this law can operate.Not a World Rugby Law. An administrative and participation guideline.Law 3.4–3.5. Law 3.34 caps rolling and tactical replacements at 12 where permitted.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.Law 1.3. Senior field dimensions are a maximum 100m x 70m, minimum 94m x 68m.Not a World Rugby Law.Law 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes.Not a World Rugby Law. An RA specific mechanic. The score must be known on the field at every age group so this law can operate.Not a World Rugby Law. An administrative and participation guideline.Law 3.4–3.5. Law 3.34 caps rolling and tactical replacements at 12 where permitted.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.Law 1.3. Senior field dimensions are a maximum 100m x 70m, minimum 94m x 68m.Not a World Rugby Law.Law 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes.Not a World Rugby Law. An RA specific mechanic. The score must be known on the field at every age group so this law can operate.Not a World Rugby Law. An administrative and participation guideline.Law 3.4–3.5. Law 3.34 caps rolling and tactical replacements at 12 where permitted.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.Not a World Rugby Law. An administrative and participation guideline.Law 3.4–3.5. Law 3.34 caps rolling and tactical replacements at 12 where permitted.

Law referenceLaw 1.3. Senior field dimensions are a maximum 100m x 70m, minimum 94m x 68m.Law 2.3–2.4.Law 5.1 (senior 80 min); 5.3 allows a reduced match length.Not a World Rugby Law. Match day logistics.Law 5.5(a). Senior: up to one minute.Law 8.1: try 5, conversion 2, penalty goal 3, dropped goal 3.

Law referenceNot a World Rugby Law.Not a World Rugby Law. A coaching accreditation and workforce matter.

Law referenceLaw 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes.Law 9.30.Not a World Rugby Law. Governed under WR Concussion Guidance and the RA CMP.Regulation 10, Law 3.11 and the RA Concussion Management Procedure. Any player with signs or symptoms of suspected concussion must leave the field immediately. No person, including a medic, first aid officer, trainer, coach or doctor, can override this. The player can be replaced. Graduated return to play: minimum 21 days for players aged 18 and under.

Law referenceNot a World Rugby Law. This is an RA specific mechanic.Law 4.3(f). A mouthguard is a permitted item of clothing.

Law referenceNot a World Rugby Law. Governed by the Rugby Australia Participation Policy.Not a World Rugby Law. Governed by the RA Mixed Gender Dispensation Procedure.Not a World Rugby Law. Governed by the RA Gender Identity Dispensation Procedure.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.Law 1.3. Senior field dimensions are a maximum 100m x 70m, minimum 94m x 68m.Not a World Rugby Law.Law 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes.Not a World Rugby Law. This is an RA specific mechanic.Not a World Rugby Law. An administrative and participation guideline.Law 3.4–3.5. Law 3.34 caps rolling and tactical replacements at 12 where permitted.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.Law 1.3. Senior field dimensions are a maximum 100m x 70m, minimum 94m x 68m.Not a World Rugby Law.Law 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes.Not a World Rugby Law. This is an RA specific mechanic.Not a World Rugby Law. An administrative and participation guideline.Law 3.4–3.5. Law 3.34 caps rolling and tactical replacements at 12 where permitted.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.Law 1.3. Senior field dimensions are a maximum 100m x 70m, minimum 94m x 68m.Not a World Rugby Law.Law 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes.Not a World Rugby Law. This is an RA specific mechanic.Not a World Rugby Law. An administrative and participation guideline.Law 3.4–3.5. Law 3.34 caps rolling and tactical replacements at 12 where permitted.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.Law 1.3. Senior field dimensions are a maximum 100m x 70m, minimum 94m x 68m.Not a World Rugby Law.Law 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes.Not a World Rugby Law. This is an RA specific mechanic.Not a World Rugby Law. An administrative and participation guideline.Law 3.4–3.5. Law 3.34 caps rolling and tactical replacements at 12 where permitted.

Law referenceLaw 3.1–3.2 (team numbers). Law 3.1 sets the senior maximum at 15 players.Law 1.3. Senior field dimensions are a maximum 100m x 70m, minimum 94m x 68m.Not a World Rugby Law.Law 9.29. Senior sin bin is 10 minutes.Not a World Rugby Law. This is an RA specific mechanic.Not a World Rugby Law. An administrative and participation guideline.Law 3.4–3.5. Law 3.34 caps rolling and tactical replacements at 12 where permitted.