The figures show the depth of support for the game, particularly in NSW and Queensland, [the states which] represent more than half Australia's population, and giving advertisers access to more than half the nation's retail activity, |
The game is building towards a fascinating year and all the good work that is being done is what we want to be known for. |
The game's key indicators are healthier than ever, |
The message about the importance of the salary cap is certainly being heard and the game is seeing real benefits week in and week out as a result. |
There needs to be an increase but it must be one the game can afford. |
There's still a gap between us but once we see it in writing we'll be in a position to respond. |
Things are settling down slowly but it's obviously been distressing a whole range of people. |
This is a normal occurrence. |
This is a normal occurrence. All clubs will be under or on the cap by the time the season kicks off. |
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. |
We did speak to Aussie Stadium after full-time and it became apparent that it would be impossible to move the game. |
We don't break contracts easily, |
We don't run the game for betting. To have it regulated to suit punters would see the tail wagging the dog. |
We don't want to say too much more until after the meeting. |
We have written to the Warriors outlining our preliminary findings and have asked for a response in writing by the close of business Friday. |