⭐Our Values - Our culture and standards are built on four core values:

Respect - We treat others with dignity, fairness and care.

Pride - We represent ourselves, our families, our villages and RLSQ with honour.

Desire - We commit to learning, improving and giving our best.

Sportsmanship - We act with integrity on and off the field.

 

🤝Expectations for All Members - All RLSQ members are expected to:

• show respect to players, coaches, officials, volunteers and spectators

• follow all RLSQ rules, policies and directions

• represent RLSQ positively at all times

• contribute to a safe, inclusive and supportive environment

• take responsibility for personal belongings and equipment

• act in a way that brings pride to their family and the wider RLSQ community

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🚫RLSQ has zero tolerance for:

• bullying or harassment

• abuse, threats or intimidation

• violence on or off the field

• illegal drug use

• discrimination or vilification

• disrespect toward referees, officials or other members

• behaviour that damages the reputation of RLSQ

Serious breaches may result in disciplinary action, suspension or removal from RLSQ.

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🧒Child Safety & Wellbeing - RLSQ is committed to providing a safe, inclusive and supportive environment for all children and young people. 

We expect all adults involved with RLSQ to:

• place the safety and wellbeing of children first

• behave in a professional, safe and respectful manner

• help create environments free from bullying, harm and discrimination

• raise and report concerns about child safety or inappropriate behaviour

• follow all child safety, supervision and reporting requirements set by RLSQ

Keeping children safe is everyone’s responsibility.

📱Social Media Conduct - Social media should be used in a way that reflects the values of RLSQ.

All members must:

• use social media to promote and support players, teams and community

• avoid posting content that is abusive, bullying, offensive or harmful

• not publicly criticise teammates, coaches, officials, volunteers or RLSQ

• remember that online content is public, permanent and reflective of personal and team reputation

​If you are unsure whether something is appropriate to post, do not post it.

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 🧭Role Responsibilities - While this Code of Conduct applies to everyone, some roles carry additional responsibilities.

Governance & Administration🏛️

• provide safe, organised and inclusive programs

• ensure members understand and follow RLSQ expectations

• maintain strong communication with members and community

• support the development of coaches, managers and volunteers

• respond to concerns, incidents and behavioural issues appropriately

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Coaches, Managers & Team Staff 🧢

• act as leaders and ambassadors of RLSQ

• set clear behaviour expectations for players and spectators

• prioritise player welfare, safety and development

• maintain respectful relationships with families, officials and other teams

• report incidents, concerns or misconduct to RLSQ leadership

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Players 🏉

• play by the rules and spirit of the game

• show respect to teammates, coaches, officials and spectators

• train and compete with effort, discipline and fairness

• follow team expectations and RLSQ rules

• avoid bullying, abuse or harmful behaviour

 

✅​Our Commitment - RLSQ is more than rugby league. It is culture, community and legacy.

Every member has a responsibility to protect the standards of our organisation and contribute to an environment where everyone can belong, grow and represent with pride.

A’iga Fa’atasi — One Family. One Standard.