What is RUPA?

In light of the relevations of the past few days I thought I may look into RUPA and what is its charter and purpose . Below is a cut and paste from their website ( link below as well)

Point 4 makes for interesting reading .....

HOME / ABOUT RUPA / RUPA MISSION & OBJECTIVES
RUPA Mission & Objectives
To collectively develop and promote the best possible professional standards and conditions for its members, and the growth of rugby.

In order to achieve this, RUPA endeavours:

-to provide its Members with an Association dedicated to the promotion and advancement of the sport of Rugby Union;
-to promote and protect the interests of all Members and to safeguard their rights at all times;
-to strive for the improvement of economic and other conditions generally and to regulate and correct abuses relative thereto;
-to secure and maintain freedom from unjust and unlawful rules and regulations affecting each Member's career in the sport of Rugby Union;
-to assist Members in securing employment;
-to assist Members in undertaking education and development opportunities;
-to obtain benefits for all Members;
-to provide a medium through which the Members may express their views on issues concerning their well-being;
-to provide legal advice and legal assistance in defence of Member's rights where deemed necessary;
-to publish an Association Newsletter;
-to elect from time to time Members as directors on the Boards of Directors of the ARU, ACTRU, NSWRU, RU and WARU Board.

http://www.rupa.com.au/about-rupa/ru...and-objectives