Integrity and the safeguarding of the motorsport community is a core responsibility of Motorsport Australia.

Safeguarding the sport is not only a moral obligation, but a legal expectation as the national governing body of four-wheel motorsport as recognised by the Australian Sports Commission (ASC).

This is not a motorsport specific requirement – sporting organisations across the nation have a responsibility to provide a safe and supportive environment for all participants, particularly children and young people. A key contributor to organisations fulfilling this duty is ensuring that all individuals – such as coaches, officials, and volunteers – who may be required, directly or indirectly, to work in child-related roles hold a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) or equivalent. In its most simple form, this check helps to protect children from potential harm by identifying individuals who may pose a risk.

Compliance with WWCC requirements is not only a legal obligation in many Australian states and territories but also aligns with national standards for child safety in sport. As a recognised organisation under the Australian Sports Commission, Motorsport Australia is committed to upholding these standards by implementing robust child safeguarding practices. This includes verifying WWCCs as part of a broader approach to ensuring sport remains a positive, inclusive, and safe experience for every person.

As part of broader integrity reforms, national sporting organisations like Motorsport Australia must now adhere to strict regulations, ranging from sports wagering protocols to member protection policies.

Working with children checks are far more than bureaucratic formalities, they form part of essential safeguards to ensure safe and well-run events and protects the future conduct of the sport.

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