The Latest Breaking News from Canberra

Raiders' new signing in battle to earn hooker spot

New Canberra signing Jayden Brailey expects competition with two of the NRL's hottest hookers for the Raiders' No.9 jersey will take his game to new heights.

AAP · Nov 20, 2025

ACT Police Accused Of Racial Profiling After Wrongful Arrest Of Aboriginal Teenager

It’s alleged that officers approached the 17-year-old with weapons drawn, pushed him to the ground and handcuffed him with multiple knees on his back, without asking for his name or ID documents.

Pedestrian.tv · Nov 20, 2025

Just 18 firms won 50% of federal Indigenous procurement spending: new study

Australia’s decade-old Indigenous Procurement Policy has been hailed by both sides of politics as a success in Indigenous economic policy.

The Conversation · Nov 16, 2025

Look out, old Macky is back: Wallabies' Aussie danger

The Wallabies were hit by tries made in Australia in their last Test - and now an Ireland danger man honed in Canberra is out to do the same.

AAP · Nov 14, 2025

NRL makes call on Magic Round bye, grand-final rematch

Melbourne will have home-ground advantage when they face premiers Brisbane in a grand-final rematch in round three, while a new team misses Magic Round in 2026.

AAP · Nov 12, 2025

Russia’s high court bid over Canberra embassy fails but Australian government to pay costs

Court rules 2023 cancellation of $2.75m 99-year lease was legal but Russia must be compensated

The Guardian - AU · Nov 12, 2025

DCE return and grudge games headline NRL's first month

Daly Cherry-Evans' Brookvale return will headline the opening month of the NRL's 2026 draw, with Melbourne and Parramatta to play the first game in Australia.

AAP · Nov 11, 2025

Broncos teenage playmaker to join rival club in 2027

Brisbane's loss will be Canberra's gain in 2027 as the impending arrival of Jonah Pezet forces Coby Black out of Broncos.

AAP · Nov 11, 2025

Tolo delivers final moment magic to down Capitals

The Bendigo Spirit have held on to defeat the UC Capitals in a see-sawing contest, with Izzy Borlase and Marianna Tolo stepping up to claim the WNBL victory.

AAP · Nov 8, 2025

Flames extinguish Capitals to end WNBL losing streak

The Sydney Flames have defeated the UC Capitals 73-64 to end their WNBL losing streak, simultaneously dealing Canberra their third consecutive loss.

AAP · Nov 6, 2025