Rugby Admin

This page will answer questions regarding the National Risk Management and Insurance Programme for the 2026 season. 

• No. Following a thorough review process in a competitive insurance market, we are pleased to provide the same rates for player contributions as 2025 for all registration types and durations in the 2026 season.
• 2026 National Player Fees for each Game Type and Duration can be found here.

• There is no reduction in cover under the Personal Injury Policy for 2026. Players with an active registration in the period 17 December 2025 to 16 December 2026 will have coverage under the Risk Management and Insurance Programme during their active registration period.
• All players should register (minimum "Training Only") prior to commencing training to avoid any issues if they need to submit an insurance claim.

• The National Player Fee contributes to the Rugby Australia Risk Management and Insurance Programme, including:
  • The Insurance Policies for all members, inclusive of applicable taxes; and
  • The Australian Rugby Aggregate Deductible Fund which provides funding of injury claims that fall within the parameters of the insurance policy taken out for the benefit of members.
• More information on the Risk Management and Insurance Programme can be found here.

• Yes. You can purchase top up insurance in a variety of options, including increased non-medicare medical benefits and weekly benefits.
• You can purchase top up insurance as an individual or as a team.
• Download submit the completed form here.

• Only participants who have an active player registration corresponding to the game format they are playing, i.e. XVs, 10s, 7s, Tri Tag, etc.
• A Training Only player registration is for a player wishing to train only, and are not covered for matches until they register to the corresponding game format as a Player.

• Certificates of Currency for a Relevant Organisation can be requested here.
• Alternatively, you can contact sport@ajg.com.au to request your Certificate of Currency.