Stephen Meade
AustraliapoliticianMale5.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Stephen Meade serves as the general counsel for the AFL and has emphasized the importance of player education regarding the risks of illicit substance use, particularly in light of recent incidents involving players.
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Stephen Meade, general counsel, was also expected to face scrutiny regarding the AFL's investigation.
Former Carlton president Luke Sayers apologises, settles defamation case with ex-wife CateThe Sydney Morning Herald·Australia· 2026-09-11
Australia· 2026-09-11
AFL general counsel Stephen Meade emphasized that homophobic language is unacceptable in the game.
Swan Riak Andrew cops five-match ban for homophobic slurThe Sydney Morning Herald·Australia· 2025-07-23
Australia· 2025-07-23
Stephen Meade will continue to be the league’s general counsel, but no longer sit on the executive team.
Chief executive Andrew Dillon says club tension was ‘not a gender thing’ after splitting Laura Kane’s role in executive restructureThe Sydney Morning Herald·Australia· 2025-05-30
Australia· 2025-05-30
AFL general counsel Stephen Meade stated that AFL players have a responsibility to uphold community expectations.
Sydney Swans player banned for possession of an illicit substanceThe Sydney Morning Herald·Australia· 2025-02-14
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