The Approved Player Points System (APPS) aims to encourage clubs to develop and retain local players, to minimise player movement and reduce player payments, whilst maintaining a healthy community football club. Any recruiting required should be conducted in accordance with and within the spirit and intent of these regulations and the best interests of Australian Football.

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The objects of the APPS are as follows:

• Encourage the development and retention of local and junior players;
• Encourage the recruitment of ex local players;
• Encourage the loyalty of recruited players;
• Assist in the equalisation of competitions;
• Assist Regulation 31 in reducing player payments to sustainable levels; and
• Encourage Clubs to develop and promote the game in their local community.