“I love the game, but when it comes to representing your culture and the game allows you do that, it’s very special,” Mitchell told the Daily Liberal at the ground.
“A lot of people get a kick out of it. It’s inclusive and it involves everyone.”
Mitchell signs hats for fans at Apex Oval in Dubbo. Credit: Facebook
Mitchell’s whirlwind visit was overshadowed when the photograph of the star and the white substance emerged on Monday.
The picture, reportedly taken in a Dubbo hotel room, was offered for sale to media outlets.
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After the image was made public the Rabbitohs referred the matter to the NRL Integrity Unit.
On Wednesday Amy Brown identified herself as the woman who appeared in the photograph, posting on social media that there was “no shame” in having a bit of fun.
Brown, who is not accused of any wrongdoing, said she was not aware the photograph was being taken and denied sharing it.
“I was shown at the football on Sunday,” she said.
“Didn’t even know that picture existed until then.
Since the photograph emerged, Dubbo locals have been embroiled in a social media blame game. Multiple posts have pointed the finger at different members of the community for distributing the picture. All have denied doing so.
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Mitchell has not addressed the controversy.
On Wednesday, Melbourne Storm coach Craig Bellamy said Mitchell has not been found guilty of any wrongdoing and deserves a fair hearing.
“Players understand what the rules are and what they’re not – it’s basically an individual discipline thing for me,” Bellamy said.
“But, as I said, Latrell hasn’t been found guilty of anything yet.”
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