Anthony Milford will be allowed to return to the NRL following the completion of the league’s investigation into an incident which led to assault charges that were eventually dropped.
According to an NRL statement, Milford’s application for registration with the Newcastle Knights will be “registered on a conditional basis with mandatory requirements”.
“Milford’s eligibility to play in the Premiership will be conditional on him successfully completing a series of personal development and tailored rehabilitation programs and ongoing assessments with NRL Wellbeing & Education, including regular updates to the Integrity Unit about his progress,” an NRL statement read.
“Milford will be granted conditional registration to train with the Newcastle Knights while he completes these programs, but will not be permitted to play until the programs have been substantially completed, he has been assessed by an appropriate professional, and met with the NRL. He will not be permitted to play before Round 11, providing 4 weeks for the relevant programs and assessment.
“The NRL has zero tolerance for any form of violence involving women and will always take serious action in relation to such incidents.
“The conditions placed on Milford’s registration take into account the serious nature of the incident and focus on the education and rehabilitation of Milford prior to him being allowed to compete in the Premiership.”
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