Dees feared illicit drugs stigma amid push for target testing
A Melbourne powerbroker feared the club’s reputation would suffer among supporters and media if it adopted a widespread drug testing regime described as “extreme”.
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Melbourne Football Club has responded to serious allegations against coach Simon Goodwin, including an explosive confirmation.
Dees probe: How Goodwin reacted to bullying claims
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Dees set to pip Dogs to lethal Pickett
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Viney: I’d ‘100 per cent’ support captain Max
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Driven Viney relishing pre-season grind
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Dees say Pickett’s a perfect 10
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