Anti-Doping Rule Violation Notice
The letter you received is to notify you of a possible Anti-Doping Rule Violation (ADRV) being alleged against you and investigated by Sport Integrity Australia.
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You may also be contacted by your sport
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We understand these letters can be overwhelming
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The below information is to help you understand the process
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Please read the information carefully.
Athlete checklists
Your Notice of ADRV/s contains important information.
It may include one or more of the below options available to you:
- Notify us if you would like your ‘B Sample’ tested within the specified timeframe
- Submit or apply for a retroactive Therapeutic Use Exemption within the specified timeframe
- Provide a written explanation or submission within 10 days of receiving this notice in response to the alleged ADRV/s.
Next steps
We also suggest you take the below steps to help you in this time:
- Seek legal support to assist you through this process (details below)
- Understand your obligations and restrictions if you have been provisionally suspended by your sport
- Read the Athlete Handbook you have received
- Engage wellbeing and mental health support services. Details can be found in the Mental Health and wellbeing section of this page, or in the support flyer provided to you.
Legal support
The National Sports Tribunal (NST) Legal Assistance Panel can provide free or substantially discounted legal advice.
You can contact the NST on 1300 768 578 or enquiries@nationalsportstribunal.gov.au
Alternatively, if you are a member of a players’ association, they may be able to provide you with access to legal advice.
The Athletes’ Anti-Doping Ombuds is also a free, neutral and confidential resource for athletes with questions or concerns about anti-doping issues. Find information at: Athletes’ Anti-Doping Ombuds | World Anti Doping Agency
Mental health and wellbeing
Sport Integrity Australia’s goal is to keep Australian sport safe and fair. This includes providing access to tailored and independent mental health and wellbeing support services. Seeking support can feel overwhleming, particularly when you’re not sure where to start. Support services available to you are outlined below.
If you, or someone you know is in immediate danger, please call 000 or visit your nearest hospital emergency department.
The Anna Centre
The Anna Centre is a provider who connects individuals referred by Sport Integrity Australia with a broad network of clinical counsellors to support their mental health and wellbeing during periods of change.
Confidential and free
These services are available to you at no cost and are completely independent and strictly confidential.
The Anna Centre does not share information about you with anyone,
(unless authorised by you in writing, or where required by Australian Law).
How to engage The Anna Centre
Sessions are available over the phone or in person.
To access this service, call The Anna Centre on:
- 03 5442 5066 (within Australia, Monday to Friday 9am–5pm) or:
- 1300 130 130 (after hours) and say you have been referred by Sport Integrity Australia.
Mental Health Referral Network
You may also be eligible to receive support from the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) Mental Health Referral Network
