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Member Protection

Hey, I’m Paula, a lawyer by trade, with an interest in sports governance, and mother of a current player. When I’m not at the rugby, I work in risk management, professional misconduct, governance, safeguarding and child safety and well-being. As the BRUFC Member Protection Officer, I will work with you to provide a safe, fair and inclusive place for our members. Reach out to me to deal effectively with issues, concerns and complaints.

Contact : Member protection and information officer
Paula Davies | mpio@burnsiderugbyclub.com | 0491 219 951

Child Safety

“It is essential everyone involved with delivering sport in Australia understands the important legal and governance responsibilities they have in relation to child safety.  This includes boards, committees, administrators, volunteers, coaches, parents and participants. We have zero tolerance for any behaviour that puts the well-being of children and young people at risk. “

Contact : Club secretary and child safety officer

Katherine Devlin-Matthews | secretary@burnsiderugbyclub.com | 0412 646 940

Rugby Union SA child safety information can be found here

Concerned members of the community can find more information here

Or if you are concerned or have a reasonable suspicion that a child is being abused or neglected, phone the Child Abuse Report Line (CARL) 131 478.

The report line is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

In an emergency, always call 000

Well-being

Our club is proud to have a small group of dedicated volunteers who make up the BRUFC Well-being Team. Their role is to promote communication among members, well-being and positive health within the BRUFC community, assist members of our club community with Mental Health First Aid, refer to professional services and to listen and chat without judgement!

Additional Well-being Resources

|Lifeline| Crisis Support via phone, text or online

|Headspace| Mental health and Wellbeing support for young people

|SammyD Foundation| Education on Bullying and Alcohol & Drug Fuelled Violence

|Beyond Blue| Support and information about Depression, Anxiety and Suicide

|1800RESPECT| Sexual assault and domestic and family violence counselling service

|Mensline| Free online and phone counselling for men

|Startout| Diverse sex, sexuality or gender role models for LGBT community

|AOD Support| Counselling, Family & Child focused support via Uniting Communities

|Gambling Helpline| Support by anyone effected by gambling