Aaron and Jason had a discussion a few weeks ago. Both have different recollections of the conversation which gave rise to a misunderstanding. Based on his discussion with Aaron Davey today, Jason now accepts that Aaron didn’t say the words that were published by Grant Thomas and Jason has apologised to Aaron for putting him in the situation where those words were published.
“I have apologised to Aaron personally for the distress this has caused him and his family and I am pleased we were able to fully discuss the matter,” Jason Mifsud said.
Aaron said he was pleased to get together with Jason today to resolve this issue. Aaron said Jason is a man who he trusts and respects and he looks forward to working with Jason to advance the opportunity for indigenous people in the future.
“Clearly there was a misunderstanding following my conversation with Jason a couple of weeks ago. Jason is a man I trust and respect and I look forward to working with him in the future,” Aaron Davey said.
“Importantly we were guided by the appropriate cultural protocols that upholds the integrity and values of indigenous people,” Aaron and Jason said.
Jason Mifsud added: “Following this morning’s meeting with Aaron, I am now looking forward to continuing in my role with the AFL”.
The Melbourne Football Club said it fully supported the mediation process that was undertaken today.
“Importantly, this has provided the opportunity to bring this matter to a close for Aaron, Mark Neeld and the Club," Melbourne Football Club CEO Cameron Schwab said. The Club will be making no further comment.
AFL Chief Executive Andrew Demetriou said the AFL was pleased that Jason Mifsud and Aaron Davey had met each other today, and had talked this issue through to a resolution. The AFL now considers the matter to be closed.
