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Decisions

Decisions

We publish arbitration determinations for anti-doping cases. For all other arbitrations, we publish determinations where the parties agree, or where the decision sets a precedent. Use the search box or filters to find decisions.

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Dispute type

Anti-doping dispute
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Selection and eligibility dispute

Dispute resolution method

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101 results

  • National Sporting Body and Member Affiliate Body

    A dispute concerning the roles and constitutional interactions of a National Sporting Body and a Member Affiliate Body.
    Matter number:
    NST-E23-382418
    Date of decision:
    Dispute type:
    Other (CEO approved) dispute
    Dispute resolution method:
    Conciliation

  • The Appellants v Gymnastics Australia

    Non-selection for International Sporting Event.
    Matter number:
    NST-E23-364588
    Date of decision:
    Dispute type:
    Selection and eligibility dispute
    Dispute resolution method:
    Arbitration

  • Member v Sporting Body

    Dispute regarding alleged breaches of a sport’s Child Safeguarding Policy.
    Matter number:
    NST-E23-329336
    Date of decision:
    Dispute type:
    Bullying, harassment and discrimination dispute
    Dispute resolution method:
    Arbitration

  • Member v Sporting Body

    Dispute about a subsequent sanction imposed for breach of an initial sanction.
    Matter number:
    NST-E23-375291
    Date of decision:
    Dispute type:
    Disciplinary dispute
    Dispute resolution method:
    Arbitration

  • Member v Member (with Paddle Australia)

    Alleged breach of Paddle Australia’s Competition, Manipulation and Sports Gambling Policy.
    Matter number:
    NST-E23-349437
    Date of decision:
    Dispute type:
    Disciplinary dispute
    Dispute resolution method:
    Arbitration

  • Member v National Sporting Organisation

    A dispute between a Member and National Sporting Organisation regarding alleged breaches of the sport’s Child Safeguarding Policy.
    Matter number:
    NST-E23-279055
    Date of decision:
    Dispute type:
    Disciplinary dispute
    Dispute resolution method:
    Arbitration

  • Astin Darcy v Archery Australia

    Alleged breach of sporting body’s policies prohibiting the consumption of alcohol prior to, or during competition.
    Matter number:
    NST-E23-365072
    Date of decision:
    Dispute type:
    Disciplinary dispute
    Dispute resolution method:
    Arbitration

  • Coach v National Sporting Organisation

    A dispute between a Coach and a National Sporting Organisation regarding alleged breaches of the Sport’s Child Safeguarding Policy.
    Matter number:
    NST-E23-287321
    Date of decision:
    Dispute type:
    Disciplinary dispute
    Dispute resolution method:
    Arbitration

  • Tom Lambert v David Birchell (with Boxing Australia)

    Disciplinary dispute regarding a complaint about alleged breaches of the Boxing Australia Participation Protection Regulations
    Matter number:
    NST-E23-188033
    Date of decision:
    Dispute type:
    Disciplinary dispute
    Dispute resolution method:
    Arbitration

  • Support staff v Coach (and Sporting Bodies)

    A dispute between a NIN service provider and a head coach about conduct concerns.
    Matter number:
    NST-E23-270365
    Date of decision:
    Dispute type:
    Bullying, harassment and discrimination dispute
    Dispute resolution method:
    Mediation

  • Kaye Scott v Boxing Australia

    National squad selection appeal.
    Matter number:
    NST-E23-246805
    Date of decision:
    Dispute type:
    Selection and eligibility dispute
    Dispute resolution method:
    Arbitration

  • Applicant v National Sporting Organisation

    Dispute of disciplinary action against a coach for alleged breaches of the National Sporting Organisation’s Member Protection Policy.
    Matter number:
    NST-E23-75631
    Date of decision:
    Dispute type:
    Disciplinary dispute
    Dispute resolution method:
    Arbitration

  • Ethan Calleja v Artistic Swimming Australia

    National team selection appeal
    Matter number:
    NST-E23-157713
    Date of decision:
    Dispute type:
    Selection and eligibility dispute
    Dispute resolution method:
    Arbitration

  • Heath Thorpe v Gymnastics Australia

    National team selection appeal
    Matter number:
    NST-E23-173421
    Date of decision:
    Dispute type:
    Selection and eligibility dispute
    Dispute resolution method:
    Arbitration

  • Member and Club (and National Sporting Body)

    A dispute between a Member and a Club about coaching practices.
    Matter number:
    NST-E23-160423
    Date of decision:
    Dispute type:
    Bullying, harassment and discrimination dispute
    Dispute resolution method:
    Mediation

  • Coach v Member (with Australian Weightlifting Federation)

    Appeal of a NST General Division determination which related to allegations of bullying, harassment and discrimination by a coach.
    Matter number:
    NST-E23-32204
    Date of decision:
    Dispute type:
    Appeal
    Disciplinary dispute
    Dispute resolution method:
    Arbitration

  • Oscar Dart v Triathlon Australia

    National team selection appeal.
    Matter number:
    NST-E23-156958
    Date of decision:
    Dispute type:
    Selection and eligibility dispute
    Dispute resolution method:
    Arbitration

  • Australian Karting Association v Member

    Dispute regarding alleged breaches of a sport’s social media and related policies.
    Matter number:
    NST-E23-103431
    Date of decision:
    Dispute type:
    Disciplinary dispute
    Dispute resolution method:
    Arbitration

  • Aspire Group v Gymnastics Australia

    National selection dispute.
    Matter number:
    NST-E23-142346
    Date of decision:
    Dispute type:
    Selection and eligibility dispute
    Dispute resolution method:
    Arbitration

  • Ari Gesini v Athletics Australia

    National Team Selection Appeal.
    Matter number:
    E23-141322
    Date of decision:
    Dispute type:
    Selection and eligibility dispute
    Dispute resolution method:
    Arbitration

  • Kelly Mann v Australian Powerlifting Union

    Dispute regarding disciplinary action taken against a coach under the member protection policy.
    Matter number:
    NST-E23-106167
    Date of decision:
    Dispute type:
    Disciplinary dispute
    Dispute resolution method:
    Arbitration