Documents & Resources

Official rules, governance documents, forms, policies, and guides for clubs, players, coaches, and officials.

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Governance

Constitutional documents, annual reports, and official meeting minutes.

UWH Australia Constitution

The governing constitution of Underwater Hockey Australia, including objectives, membership structure, board composition, and voting procedures.

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By-Laws & Regulations

Supplementary by-laws governing competition structures, selection policies, disciplinary procedures, and appeals processes across all UWH Australia programs.

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Rules & Regulations

International and domestic competition rules, referee standards, and equipment specifications.

CMAS Underwater Hockey Rules of Play — February 2025

Official international rules as adopted by UWH Australia for the 2025 season. Includes all amendments issued by the CMAS Technical Committee.

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Age Determination in Underwater Hockey — Approved 2025

Approved guidelines for age determination in Australian underwater hockey competition, ratified October 2025.

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Forms

Membership applications, registration, incident reporting, and event hosting forms.

2026 Nationals Requirements — SIA Course Requirements

Updated course and qualification requirements for the 2026 National Championships, as per the SIA course requirements update.

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MPIO Requirements Update

Updated Member Protection Information Officer requirements for clubs and state associations.

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Policies

Child safety, anti-doping, inclusion, and governance policies applicable to all members.

Breath-Hold Training Position Statement

UWH Australia's official position statement on breath-hold training practices, safety guidelines, and recommendations for clubs and coaches.

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Measured Submersion Times in Underwater Hockey

Policy and data on measured submersion times relevant to player safety and competition standards in underwater hockey.

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Sunscreen Policy for Open Pools 2025

Approved sunscreen guidelines and requirements for UWH events held at open or outdoor pool venues in 2025.

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Underwater Hockey — SPUMS ASM 2022 Talk

Presentation from the South Pacific Underwater Medicine Society Annual Scientific Meeting 2022, covering medical and safety considerations in underwater hockey.

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Uniform Policy

UWH Australia's uniform requirements and specifications for competition, including approved colours, branding, and supplier guidelines.

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Guides

Practical handbooks and how-to guides for players, coaches, clubs, and officials.

AUF NIF Education Plan V1.1 — June 2025

The approved National Integrity Framework Education Plan for AUF members, outlining education requirements and pathways for clubs and officials.

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