Drugs & Alcohol

The use of many performance enhancing substances is banned under a range of anti-doping codes both within Australia and internationally.  In addition its important for organisations and clubs to include in its governance structure policies addressing wide ranging issues such as alcohol, smoking and recreational drug use to protect members and fulfil personal, social and community obligations.

The following organisations have further information regarding drug and alcohol use, including effects on performance, club policies and subsequent penalties in sport and physical activity.

Australian Sports Anti-Doping Authority
http://www.asada.gov.au/
World Anti-Doping Agency
http://www.wada-ama.org/en/
Good Sports
http://www.goodsports.com.au
Smartplay
http://www.smartplay.com.au/ 
CleanEdge
www.cleanedge.com.au/Pub/pStart.asp

Included below is a range of information to help clubs better understand the issues surrounding drug and alcohol use.  

Click on the relevant links below to view or download documents.