Brandon Smith must not make contact with fellow NRL star Victor Radley as part of his bail conditions after facing court on drug and betting charges.

The South Sydney hooker, 29, was swamped by a media scrum when he fronted court for the first time on the charges on the Gold Coast on Thursday.

His lawyer told Southport Magistrates Court the charges would be contested before the case was adjourned until October 9 for mention and his appearance was excused.

As part of his bail conditions, Smith must make no contact with Sydney Roosters lock Radley and another man, Joshua Bainbridge.

The Roosters become entangled in the Smith matter, with text messages allegedly exchanged between its star Radley uncovered in the police investigation.

There is no suggestion of any wrongdoing by Radley and

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