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Demetriou defends drug loophole

Jon Pierik AFL chief executive Andrew Demetriou has revealed two players could have died unless they had self-reported under the controversial loophole in the league's illicit drugs policy.

Self-reporting on drugs saved lives: AFL boss

Jon Pierik and Michael Gleeson Players Association president Luke Ball insists voluntary illicit-drugs policy has helped players.

Bump far from dead, says Ball

Jon Pierik and Michael Gleeson Players must understand that any contact to the head is likely to result in suspension.

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Dank threatens legal action against ASADA

Danny Weidler and Jon Pierik Sports scientist says it is time for a royal commission into the drugs-in-sport debacle.

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Stop innuendo, Demetriou says

Jon Pierik AFL chief executive Andrew Demetriou has accused some clubs of engaging in "scurrilous innuendo" to explain Essendon's unbeaten start to the season.

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Moment of truth for Bombers

Jon Pierik Essendon's players told to be truthful when interviews begin on Monday.

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AFL may limit what clubs give players

Jon Pierik Andrew Demetriou proposes reducing the number of supplements players can take.

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Dons more likely to avoid doping ban, says lawyer

Jon Pierik Former chief legal adviser to AFL Players Association criticises anti-doping authorities.

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Clubs to debate interchange cap

Jon Pierik New AFL football operations manager Mark Evans to discuss issue with clubs.

AFL checks substance use

Jon Pierik AFL cross-checking information clubs have provided about their use of supplements.

AFL 'out of touch' on medical issues

Jon Pierik Kangaroos chairman James Brayshaw accuses league of not being in touch with clubs.

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Roos seek to clear air with doctor

Jon Pierik North Melbourne sought out Dan Bates last week to ask about his methods.

Pavlich keen to have say on equalisation

Jon Pierik Fremantle great says a current player deserves to be involved in major meetings.

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AFL concerns about demoralised Demons

Jon Pierik It's not only members and supporters of Melbourne who are worried about their team.

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Don report to shed light on key trio

Jon Pierik Future of Essendon's off-field triumvirate set to become clearer within weeks.

Thompson says he has no plans to coach

Jon Pierik Senior Essendon assistant coach endorses James Hird to remain in charge.

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Hird upbeat about upcoming ASADA, AFL talks

Jon Pierik Essendon coach adamant he will be in a "very, very good position" when he speaks to authorities in the supplements investigation.

Bombers pledge solidarity to Hird

Jon Pierik Essendon captain Jobe Watson says players have pledged full support to besieged coach.

Bombers rally behind their besieged coach

Jon Pierik Essendon captain Jobe Watson says the club's players have pledged their full support to besieged coach James Hird and look forward to the truth emerging in the anti-doping investigation.

Etihad Stadium and AFL can't agree on price for early sale

Jon Pierik The AFL has revealed the opportunity to buy Etihad Stadium ahead of schedule is closing, as it emerged league chief executive Andrew Demetriou was paid almost $2 million last year.