Laws of the game

The Laws of the Game are formulated by the International Rugby Board (IRB) and circulated by the Australian Rugby Union in the Laws of the Game Booklet.  This booklet can be obtained from the Australian Rugby Union. Click here for an ARU Resources Order Form.

More information on IRB Laws of the Game, Regulations, Approved Equipment and Law Rulings.

A simple guide to the Game of Rugby (pdf file - 28KB).

Seven-A-Side Law Variations

The Laws of the Game apply to the seven-a-side game, subject to some minor variations.

See the iRB Seven-A-Side Law Variations.

Australian U19 Law Variations

In addition to the Laws of the Game, the Australian Rugby Union has adopted variations to the Laws for matches involving players 19 years of age and under.  Click here for details of the Australian U19 Law variations.

Junior Player Pathway Modified Games Laws

The Australian Rugby Union has a number of Laws relating to the Junior Pathway Games.  Click here for details on the Junior Player Pathway Modified Games Laws.

Game Management Guidelines 2008

The Game Management Guidelines will aid unions in administration and playing of the game in domestic competitions within Australia in 2008. Click here to download this document (pdf file - 181KB).

Recommended Sanctions - Law 10 (Foul Play)

The Recommended Sanctions - Law 10 (Foul Play) is a summary of the penalties awarded for offences committed in relation to foul play.  Download the iRB Law 10 - Foul Play (pdf file - 24KB).