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Member Protection

This section outlines Taringa Rovers' commitment to maintaining a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment. It includes our behaviour expectations, complaint handling process, and key contacts for support. All policies and procedures are aligned with Football Queensland, Football Australia, and the National Integrity Framework developed by Sport Integrity Australia.

To contact our MPIO, Anthea Garget, email MPIO@taringarovers.com.au

TRSFC Behaviour Management Policy



At Taringa Rovers Soccer Football Club (TRSFC), we are committed to fostering a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all participants. This policy outlines our expectations for behaviour and the processes in place to address any concerns. It aligns with the frameworks established by Football Queensland, Football Australia, and Sport Integrity Australia.


Objectives

  • Promote Positive Behaviour – Encourage respect, inclusion, and fairness across all levels of the club

  • Ensure Safety – Maintain a secure and supportive environment, particularly for children

  • Establish Clear Standards – Define expectations for conduct and outline consequences for breaches


Core Values

  • Respect:  Treat everyone with fairness, regardless of background.

  • Responsibility:  Be accountable for actions and adhere to rules.

  • Enjoyment:  Support a positive football experience for all

  • Fair Play:  Compete honestly and uphold the spirit of the game.

  • Excellence:  Aim for continuous improvement individually and collectively


Behaviour Expectations

Players

Respect teammates, opponents, referees, and coaches. Play fairly and follow all rules of the game.

Parents and Guardians

Support your children in a positive way. Focus on effort and enjoyment, not just results. Show respect to referees, coaches, and other players.

Coaches

Provide a safe, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate environment. Follow the TRSFC Code of Conduct and FQ coaching guidelines.

Officials

Officiate with impartiality and uphold the rules and integrity of the game.

Spectators

Encourage players and teams positively. Do not criticise referees, coaches, or players. Abusive or aggressive behaviour will not be tolerated.


Managing Behaviour and Breaches

We follow a structured approach to address breaches of conduct:

1. First Breach:  Counselling to discuss the behaviour and expectations.

2. Second Breach:  Possible suspension from games or club activities.

3. Third Breach: Potential removal from the club subject to committee review 


Protect Our Game – Football Queensland’s Three-Strike Policy

TRSFC adheres to FQ's  Three-Strike Policy  aimed at eliminating poor behaviour, including referee abuse.Clubs accumulating three strikes may face further consequences from FQ.We are committed to preventing this by actively managing behaviour at all levels.


Reporting Incidents

If you witness inappropriate behaviour, please report it within five days using our  Incident Reporting Form.  All reports are handled confidentially.


Contact:
Member Protection Information Officer (MPIO):Anthea Gargett
Email:  mpio@taringarovers.com.

Our MPIO and Integrity Officer Unit are impartial contacts for concerns related to behaviour and safety.


Child Protection

Child safety is a core priority at TRSFC. All adults working with children—including coaches, volunteers, and committee members—must hold valid Blue Cards and follow communication protocols in accordance with FQ and FA child safeguarding standards.


Accountability and Sanctions

Members are held accountable for their actions.Sanctions for unacceptable behaviour may include counselling, suspension, or expulsion, depending on the severity and frequency of the behaviour.


Confidentiality

Information related to conduct breaches is kept confidential, except where disclosure is required to resolve the issue or comply with legal obligations.


Policy Review

This policy was approved by the TRSFC Committee and is reviewed annually to ensure alignment with FQ and FA guidelines.


LINK TO FOOTBALL AUSTRALIA MEMBER PROTECTION FRAMEWORK

TRSFC Social Media Policy

Effective: February 2026



Please click this link (below) to read and familiarize yourself with the TRSFC Social Media Policy.


TRSFC Social Media Policy 2026






TRSFC Privacy Policy

Effective: November 2025


1. Purpose

Taringa Rovers Soccer Football Club Inc. (TRSFC) is committed to protecting the personal information of everyone who interacts with the Club.

We manage personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988, the Australian Privacy Principles and the privacy policies of Football Queensland (FQ) and Football Australia (FA).

This Policy explains how TRSFC collects, uses, stores and protects personal information relating to players, parents and guardians, volunteers, coaches, officials, committee members and any person involved in Club activities.


2. Information we collect

TRSFC may collect personal information including:

  • Name, address, contact details and date of birth

  • Gender, emergency contacts and relevant medical information

  • Blue Card or accreditation details

  • Registration, payment and membership information

  • Communications or correspondence with the Club

  • Photographs, video footage, match statistics or performance data

  • Information required for the safe and effective operation of Club programs

Information may be collected directly from you or via affiliated systems such as:

  • Football Queensland (Squadi)

  • Football Australia (PlayFootball)

  • Majestri

  • TeamStack and Team App

  • XPS (Sideline Sports) for performance, training and development data

  • Google Workspace

  • WhatsApp


3. Why we collect it

TRSFC collects, holds and uses personal information to:

  • Register players, coaches, volunteers and officials with FQ and FA

  • Manage competitions, fixtures, programs and payments

  • Communicate with members, parents and guardians

  • Deliver training, performance and development programs

  • Meet insurance, safety, welfare and reporting obligations

  • Comply with FQ, FA and legal requirements

  • Promote the Club through approved communications and activities


4. Data storage and security

TRSFC uses secure, password protected electronic systems to store and manage data.

Our primary platforms include:

  • Squadi and PlayFootball:registration and competition management

  • Majestri:membership and payments (hosted on Amazon Web Services in Australia)

  • TeamStack, Team App, XPS, Google Workspace and WhatsApp:communication, coordination, and performance analysis

Some providers may store or process information outside Australia, including within the European Union and other regions that apply comparable privacy protections such as the General Data Protection Regulation.

TRSFC takes reasonable steps to:

  • Use reputable and secure third party providers

  • Restrict access to authorised personnel

  • Protect data from misuse, loss, unauthorised access or disclosure


5. Disclosure of information

Personal information may be disclosed:

  • To FQ and FA for registration, insurance and competition management

  • To third party service providers listed above, only to support Club operations

  • When required or authorised by law

  • With consent, for Club communications, recognition or promotional purposes

TRSFC does not sell or rent personal information.


6. Overseas disclosure

By registering with TRSFC, you consent to your information being transferred or stored overseas where necessary for Club operations. TRSFC takes reasonable steps to ensure providers maintain privacy standards consistent with the Australian Privacy Principles.


7. Access and correction

You may request access to, or correction of, your personal information at any time by emailingsecretary@taringarovers.com.au 

Requests will be verified and responded to within a reasonable timeframe in line with APP 12 and APP 13.


8. Privacy concerns or complaints

Concerns about the handling of personal information should be directed in writing to the Club’s Member Protection Information Officer (MPIO) or Integrity Officers. If unresolved, the matter may be referred to Football Queensland under their Member Protection Policy. Further escalation can be made to the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC).


9. Updates to this Policy

TRSFC may amend this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law, FQ or FA requirements, or Club operations. The most current version will be available on the Club’s website.


10. Contact

For privacy enquiries or to exercise your rights, contact:
Secretary, Taringa Rovers Soccer Football Club Inc.
Email:secretary@taringarovers.com.au

TRSFC Terms and Conditions


FFA, FQ:

Terms and Conditions can be found here.


BEHAVIOUR MANAGEMENT POLICY FOR all members and players of the Club:

Terms and Conditions can be found here.


CLUB MEMBERSHIP:


The person who is listed as the Primary Contact on a registration is deemed to be a member of the club for the purposes of voting and other matters under the Club's Constitution. If the Primary Contact wishes another person (who must be over 18 years) to be deemed the club member (eg for a junior registration), a request is to be sent in writing to secretary@taringarovers.com.au.


RIGHT TO PLAY:


I understand that no player on this registration will be allowed to take the field to play unless the registration has been completed, payment made in full (or a confirmed payment plan entered into) and an FFA PlayFootball registration has been completed. This includes any pre season game, fixture, friendly or match.


It is the responsibility of the person submitting the registration to ensure all steps for a valid registration have been done.


PRIVACY AND DATA MANAGEMENT 
Taringa Rovers Soccer Football Club (TRSFC) collects, stores, and manages personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles, as well as Football Australia’s and Football Queensland’s privacy and data-handling policies.

To operate registration, competition, coaching, and communication systems, TRSFC uses several authorised third-party service providers, including Football Queensland (Squadi), Football Australia (PlayFootball), Majestri, TeamStack, Google Workspace, WhatsApp, XPS (Sideline Sports), and other affiliated software partners. Some of these providers may store or process information outside Australia, including within the European Union and other jurisdictions that apply comparable privacy protections.

By completing this registration, I consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of my personal information for football-related purposes and acknowledge that my data may be transferred and stored outside Australia in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), the Australian Privacy Principles, and the European Union General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable.

TRSFC takes reasonable steps to ensure that all third-party providers handle personal data securely, store it only as necessary to provide their services, and use it solely for authorised club, Football Queensland, or Football Australia purposes.

Individuals may request access to, or correction of, their personal information held by TRSFC and its service providers by contacting the club in writing.

TRSFC Development & Holiday Clinic Terms and Conditions 



(Issued under the Football Queensland Sanctioning Policy 2026 and Football Australia Member Protection Framework)

1. Overview

The TRSFC Holiday Clinic is an  FQ-sanctioned activitydelivered under Taringa Rovers Soccer Football Club’s affiliation with Football Queensland. The clinic complies with the  FQ Sanctioning Policy (2026), theFootball Australia Member Protection Policy, and associated FQ operational standards, including theHeat,Lightning, andCode of Conductpolicies.

Participation is contingent upon:

  • FQ sanction approval,

  • valid player registration in Squadi and/or PlayFootball, and

  • compliance with all FQ and FA regulations.


2. Fees and Registration

a. Clinic fee:$165 per participant (inc. GST), classified as aCommercial Eventunder the FQ Sanctioning Policy.
b. Places are limited and allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
c.Full paymentis required upon registration. Enrolment is not confirmed until payment and registration are complete.
d. Participants must register inSquadibefore attending. New participants must complete temporary registration under the relevant FQ “Club Program” or “Holiday Clinic” product to ensure insurance coverage.
e. TheFQ Commercial Event Sanction Fee ($3.30/player)is included in the total cost.
f. Failure to complete payment or registration before commencement will result in cancellation.


3. Schedule and Operations

a. The clinic runs forthree consecutive mornings, 9:00 am–12:00 pm.
b. TRSFC may alter session times or format due to weather, field conditions, or FQ directives.
c. Attendance is the participant’s responsibility. Missed sessions will not be refunded or credited.
d. Weather interruptions are managed per theFQ Heat Policy (2023)andFQ Lightning Policy (2022).
e. TRSFC may offer, but is not obliged to provide, a make-up session.


4. Refunds and Cancellations

a. Refund requests must be submitted in writing to theDirector of CoachingorTRSFC Treasurer.
b. Refunds are granted only in extenuating circumstances (e.g. verified injury or illness) and remain at TRSFC’s discretion.
c. Approved refunds incur a$30 processing fee.
d. No refunds are issued for change of mind, partial attendance, or weather-related cancellations compliant with FQ safety policies.
e. If FQ sanction approval is not granted or revoked, TRSFC will provide a full refund.
f. TRSFC may cancel or postpone the clinic for operational, safety, or compliance reasons. Liability is limited to refunding the participation fee.


5. Eligibility and Compliance

a. Open to children in MiniRoos and youth football age groups (U6–U13).
b. All participants must:

  • Be registered and active inSquadi, and either

  • Hold currentPlayFootballregistration, or

  • Complete the temporary registration process as directed by TRSFC.
    c. TRSFC reserves the right to verify registration status. Unregistered participants cannot participate.


6. Insurance and Risk Acknowledgment

a. The clinic is covered byFootball Queensland’s insurance program, subject to each participant’s valid registration.
b. Participants acknowledge the inherent physical risks of football and accept full responsibility for their participation.
c. TRSFC, its officers, coaches, and volunteers are not liable for injury, loss, or damage except to the extent covered by Football Queensland’s insurance policy.
d. By enrolling, participants (or guardians) release TRSFC and its representatives from all claims arising from participation, except where otherwise required by law.


7. Child Safety and Blue Card Compliance

a. All TRSFC staff, coaches, and volunteers hold validWorking with Children (Blue Card)clearances and are recorded in Squadi.
b. TRSFC complies with theFootball Australia Member Protection Frameworkand maintains a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment.
c. Concerns can be raised confidentially viampio@taringarovers.com.au.


8. Amendments

TRSFC may amend these Terms to maintain compliance with Football Queensland and Football Australia policies. Updates will be published on the TRSFC website.


9. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Queensland. Any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of Queensland courts.


10. Policy References

This clinic operates under:

  • Football Queensland Sanctioning Policy (Version 2025.02, October 2025)

  • Football Queensland Heat Policy (2023)

  • Football Queensland Lightning Policy (2022)

  • Football Australia Member Protection Policy

  • Football Australia Code of Conduct


By enrolling, participants and guardians confirm they have read and accepted these Terms and all applicable FQ and FA policies.

Raising Concerns at TRSFC


Integrity and Member Protection at Taringa Rovers

At Taringa Rovers Soccer Football Club, we are committed to fostering a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment for all players, volunteers, spectators, and visitors. We take behaviour management seriously and encourage everyone to familiarise themselves with our  Behaviour Management Policies. 

If you have concerns, questions, or wish to discuss any matters related to behaviour, safety, or member protection, please reach out to our Member Protection Information Officer (MPIO), Anthea Gargett. You can contact her via email at mpio@taringarovers.com.auor by completing the   MPIO Contact Form  and sending it confidentially to her.

Our MPIO serves as an impartial and confidential point of contact, providing information about your rights, responsibilities, and options. While the MPIO does not investigate complaints, they can guide you on the appropriate steps to take.

In addition to our MPIO, TRSFC has established an Integrity Officer Unit comprising three trained officers. This structure ensures impartiality and supports our commitment to maintaining the integrity of the game and the safety of our community.

We align our practices with the frameworks set by Football Queensland, Football Australia, and the National Integrity Framework developed by Sport Integrity Australia. This alignment ensures that our policies and procedures meet national standards for safeguarding and member protection.

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