
Right to Compete at SNZ Championships
To outline policy on who can compete at SNZ Championship meets.
Meet Types and Eligibility
To outline the meet types on the SNZ Database and what member categories are eligible to enter and compete in.
New Zealand Records
To outline the policy of under what conditions a New Zealand Swimming Record can be set and what process is to be followed to have the record registered with SNZ.
International Travel Authorisation
To set out the SNZ Policy for SNZ members wishing to train and compete internationally (outside of any official SNZ Team) and to outline the process to gain SNZ Authorisation.
Membership Transfers
To set out SNZ policy and process on members transferring affiliated clubs.
Late Entries & Entry Refunds
To set out SNZ policy on late entries to SNZ Championship Events and policy on entry refunds.
Meet Approval - Designated & Development
To provide the opportunity for swimmers to achieve qualifying times to attend national championships, with a greater emphasis given to performance at these meets.
Withdrawals and Protests
To outline SNZ policy on withdrawals and protests at SNZ competitions.
Accreditation to SNZ Events
Accredited Persons may include athletes participating at the Event, coaches, administrators, staff, officials, and SNZ special guests.
Record & Rewards Programme
Swimming New Zealand administers the SNZ Records & Rewards Programme on behalf of all SNZ members
Inclusive Swimwear
To outline policy on creating a welcoming and inclusive swimming environment for all competitive members.
Patrons at SNZ Events
For the purposes of this policy, patrons may include but not restricted to patrons who’ve purchased a ticket, SNZ members, SNZ guests and administrators.
Competition and Event Policies

Constitution
The Constitution of Swimming New Zealand was approved by SNZ Regions on the 27th June 2019.

Member Protection
This Policy includes a Code of Conduct that forms the basis of appropriate, ethical and acceptable conduct which everyone must abide by.

Police Vetting Policy
Swimming NZ is committed to eliminating discrimination, harassment, child abuse and other forms of inappropriate behaviour from our sport.

Police Vetting Consent & Disclose Form
Complete the Swimming NZ Consent to Disclose and submit form.

Police Vetting Request
All coaches, including volunteer coaches, plus all Technical Officials and Team Managers who are participating at Regional and National Events must complete this Police Vetting form.

Anti-Match-Fixing and Sports Betting Policy
Swimming New Zealand is committed to maintaining the fundamental character of sporting competition as an honest test of skill and ability and to prevent Match-Fixing from undermining the integrity of swimming.
Swimming is a sport that values teamwork, cooperation, diversity, inclusion and leadership and one that can be enjoyed by people of all ages and abilities. We're committed to ensuring that a diverse range of participants continue to enjoy our sport for years to come and to provide a safe environment in which to do so.
Policies & Documents

Pool Rules
The New Zealand Swimming Rules have been developed with the Technical Advisory Committee.

Open Water Rules
The New Zealand Swimming Rules have been developed with the Technical Advisory Committee.

Technical Advisory Committee
The Swimming New Zealand, Technical Advisory Committees objective is to:
To assist in managing SNZ Technical Operations

Meet Approval Process
The meet approval process below needs to be followed so that results can be approved and used as qualifying times for national meets

Events Advisory Committee
The Events Advisory Committee objective is to provide SNZ with expert advice on the type, format, operation and delivery of SNZ national events.

Participation Working Group
To provide SNZ expert advice on concepts to support the strategic outcome of more people swimming more often.
Rules & Technical

2021 Annual Report
Over the last year, the Board has undertaken significant Governance work to clarify our purpose and ensure full collective understanding across all board members.
2020 Annual Report
The output of SNZ Staff members has been demonstrated through a number of initiatives.
2019 Annual Report
I am pleased to reflect that SNZ is in fine heart, governed and administered by good people working tirelessly in the interests of the wider swimming community
2018 Annual Report
Swimming is in good health made possible by your collective dedication, input and commitment to the sport
2017 Annual Report
We would like to thank the board of Swimming NZ for their tireless commitment to the cause.