David Gallop
David Gallop
David Gallop is an Australian sports administrator, lawyer and the chief executive of the Football Federation Australia. He previously served as the Chief Executive Officer of the National Rugby League between February 2002 and June 2012. He was also the Secretary of the Rugby League International Federation from its inception in 1998 up until his resignation on 5 June 2012...
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We did speak to Aussie Stadium after full-time and it became apparent that it would be impossible to move the game.
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Things are settling down slowly but it's obviously been distressing a whole range of people.
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There's still a gap between us but once we see it in writing we'll be in a position to respond.
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We don't want to say too much more until after the meeting.
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While we no longer gag people completely, if they are not careful and particularly if they step into any criticism of the integrity of the system or the individuals involved in it, the result will be a fine.
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We can't have a situation where clubs can take a gamble breaking the rules, knowing that all they need to do is write a check to pay a fine at the end of the season. There has to be a stronger disincentive.
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We have written to the Warriors outlining our preliminary findings and have asked for a response in writing by the close of business Friday.
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He recently said he loved rugby league and I'll be simply saying to him, why would he risk that to try something he's uncertain about.
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From the rookie camps to the individual clubs' own educational and welfare policies, there is a particular focus on educating players about the dangers of excessive alcohol consumption.
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But the survey shows they must continue to work on this issue.
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I did receive a call from Eric today to discuss a few things. But I think the contents of the conversation should remain private.
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So finally it is time for kick off ... and what a season it is going to be.
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We don't run the game for betting. To have it regulated to suit punters would see the tail wagging the dog.
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But obviously there are venues in our competition which are not suitable for finals football, for the crowds that are likely to turn up to finals in the future.