Rugby Admin

Insurance FAQs

This page will answer questions regarding the National Risk Management and Insurnace Programme in 2024. 

Will the Player Fees change in 2024?
  • Yes, some of the Season Player Fees will increase by a maximum of $2.00 in the 2024 season.
  • Monthly and Weekly Player Fees will remain the same or decrease slightly.
  • Event Player Fees (per player per day) will mirror the Weekly rates.
  • 2024 Player Fees for each game type and registration duration can be found here.

Why are some of the Season Player Fees increasing in 2024?
  • An increase to premium fees charged by our insurers and applicable taxes have led to the increase in some Player Fees for 2024.

Are there any changes to cover for 2024?
  • There is no reduction in cover under the Personal Injury Policy for 2024. Players with an active registration in the period 19 December 2023 to 16 December 2024 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.

What does the Player Fee actually contribute to?
  • The Player Fee contributes to the Rugby Australia Risk Management and Insurnace Programme, including
    • The Insurance Policies for all members, inclusive of applicable taxes; and
    • 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 Insurnace Programme can be found here.

Who is covered by insurance to play in a match (trial, pre-season and/or competition)?
  • Only participants who have an active player registration corresponding to the game format they are playing, i.e. XVs, 10s, 7s, Touch 7s and/or Tri Tag, are covered.
  • 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.
How do I access my Certificate of Currency?
  • 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.