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21 September 2026
What changes to the 2027 Sports Anti-Doping Rules mean for athletes
Changes in the 2027 Sports Anti-Doping Rules (2027 Rules) aim to make the anti-doping system fairer, more consistent and more focused on athlete welfare.
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04 September 2026
Cricket player receives four-year anti-doping ban for possession and attempted use of steroid
The Sports Tribunal of New Zealand has banned a recreational cricket player for four years for the possession and attempted use of anabolic steroid methandienone.
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01 September 2026
Swimming New Zealand adopts Integrity Code
Swimming New Zealand has adopted the Code for Integrity in Sport and Recreation (Integrity Code) effective Tuesday 1 September 2026.
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29 July 2026
Commission welcomes Deborah Hart as new Board chair
The Sport Integrity Commission Te Kahu Raunui welcomes experienced governance leader Deborah Hart as Board chair.
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24 July 2026
Sport Integrity Disciplinary Panel member stands down
Sport Integrity Disciplinary Panel member subject stands down while subject to police investigation
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01 July 2026
Gymnastics New Zealand the latest sport to adopt Integrity Code
The Sport Integrity Commission Te Kahu Raunui welcomes Gymnastics New Zealand as the latest organisation to formally adopt the Code for Integrity in Sport and Recreation (Integrity Code), effective from today, Wednesday 1 July 2026.
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30 June 2026
Research confirms community sport clubs central to strengthening integrity across Aotearoa
Community sport clubs are increasingly engaging with integrity-related issues in day-to-day practice, according to new insights from the 2025 National Sport Club Survey (NSCS).
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15 June 2026
Rugby player banned for four years after breaching Sports Anti-Doping Rules
The New Zealand Rugby Judicial Committee has banned a domestic rugby player for four years for the possession and attempted use of anabolic steroids.
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10 June 2026
Peptides: A concerning trend
Unregulated peptides are increasingly available on the "grey market". The health consequences are unknown and they're banned in sport.
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28 May 2026
Trauma-informed tips for responding to disclosures
If you’ve ever wondered what to do or say when someone discloses harm to you, we’re here to help.
This post draws on trauma‑informed care principles to guide you in responding in a way that is supportive, respectful, and avoids re‑traumatising the person. You’ll learn what to say, what to do, and what to keep in mind when someone trusts you with their experience.
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This post draws on trauma‑informed care principles to guide you in responding in a way that is supportive, respectful, and avoids re‑traumatising the person. You’ll learn what to say, what to do, and what to keep in mind when someone trusts you with their experience.