No taunting from Brailey if Sharks repeat famous win Blayke Brailey has fond memories of watching Cronulla beat Canberra to ignite their 2016 premiership charge and is hoping to inspire another victory this week. AAP · Sep 18, 2025
The luckless Shark who wouldn't take no for an answer Jesse Colquhoun has overcome three career-threatening injuries and rejection as a junior to become a go-to starter in Cronulla's forward pack. AAP · Sep 17, 2025
Raider's unfinished business ahead of Canberra swansong Approaching the end of an eye-catching stint in Canberra, Jamal Fogarty's mind drifts back to the key goal he set upon joining the NRL team for the 2022 season. AAP · Sep 17, 2025
Canberra's 2010 nightmare gives hope of finals recovery Canberra's heartbreaking loss to Brisbane was the longest finals match in 15 years. But the 2010 Wests Tigers show it is possible for the Raiders to recover. AAP · Sep 17, 2025
Australia, Papua New Guinea Delay Mutual Defence Treaty Australia and Papua New Guinea failed to sign a long-awaited mutual defence treaty as expected on Wednesday, as Canberra seeks to deepen ties with Pacific nations and counter Beijing's rising influence. International Business Times · Sep 17, 2025
'Thought that was me': Papalii's ankle fears revealed Ahead of a sudden-death clash with Cronulla, Raiders star Josh Papalii reveals he was ready to hang up the boots after fearing he broke his ankle in training. AAP · Sep 16, 2025
Australia Says Social Media Ban Will Not Age Test All Users Australia will not require social media giants to verify the ages of all users under its ban on under-16s using the platforms, Canberra said Tuesday. International Business Times · Sep 16, 2025
Carrigan out of prelim after Broncos accept ban Brisbane have accepted a one-match ban for lock Pat Carrigan but have towering prop Xavier Willison available for selection for their preliminary final. AAP · Sep 16, 2025
NRL offers unprecedented advantage in schedule change One team will have an extra two days to prepare for the NRL grand final, after head office scheduled Friday night and Sunday afternoon games for week three. AAP · Sep 15, 2025
Australia, Papua New Guinea To Sign 'Historic' Defence Deal A defence deal to be signed this week could see Papua New Guineans serve in the Australian military, Canberra said on Monday, the pact seen as an attempt to counter Beijing's rising Pacific influence. International Business Times · Sep 15, 2025
The greatest game of all? Broncos v Raiders NRL classic might just be the best of all time The 1989 grand final has long been the gold standard of rugby league epics but Sunday’s epic was equal, if not superior The Guardian - AU · Sep 15, 2025
Hunt exorcises demons of 2015 with 'crazy' field goal An unforgettable win over Canberra has given veteran Ben Hunt belief he can win a 'special' premiership with Brisbane. AAP · Sep 15, 2025
Walsh avoids ban, Broncos weigh up big call on captain Brisbane captain Pat Carrigan is facing a ban that could rule him out of their NRL preliminary final, but Reece Walsh is free to play after his headbutt. AAP · Sep 14, 2025
Canberra given six days to back up from epic The NRL's bid to avoid a clash with the AFL grand final in Melbourne has left Canberra with a six-day back-up after their golden point loss to Brisbane. AAP · Sep 14, 2025
AAP · Sep 14, 2025 Tough task for heartbroken Raiders to revive title push A young Canberra Raiders side have the odds stacked against them to recover from a gut-wrenching loss to Brisbane and claim a long-awaited NRL premiership.
AAP · Sep 14, 2025 Win after bin: Walsh, Carrigan face nervous MRC wait Brisbane stars Pat Carrigan and Reece Walsh were sin-binned and will face further scrutiny despite an extraordinary comeback finals win over Canberra.
AAP · Sep 14, 2025 Stuart says refs got it wrong as Walsh inspires epic Reece Walsh has engineered Brisbane to one of the greatest wins in NRL finals history over Canberra, but it came after a headbutt in the 29-28 victory.
AAP · Sep 13, 2025 Raiders share injury update, star Bronco in for final Veteran prop Josh Papalii faces a crucial training test if he is to overcome an ankle injury to play in Canberra's qualifying final against Brisbane.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 12, 2025 Genesis Owusu: ‘We are not each other’s enemies. Trans people and immigrants aren’t the reason your eggs are expensive’ The Aria-winning artist on eating cheese plates with his fans’ parents, the benefits of Canberra and why community is the antidote to division
AAP · Sep 12, 2025 Papa path: how Haas ethos of loyalty, respect evolved Brisbane prop Payne Haas shares a Samoan background with Canberra's Josh Papalii, who has been a shining example of the player and man Haas has become.
AAP · Sep 12, 2025 Raiders re-sign veteran amid finals fitness concerns Canberra have tied down club legend Josh Papalii for another season, as they rehearse back-up plans in case he fails to recover from injury to face Brisbane.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 11, 2025 TikTok pranksters or wearisome winners? Who casual fans should follow in NRL finals Each team in the running, their chances of winning, and how many enemies you’ll make rooting for them
AAP · Sep 11, 2025 Make-or-break finals loom early for NRL's top four A finals series full of travel and the threat of red-hot teams outside the top four means the week-one clashes could be more important than ever.
AAP · Sep 9, 2025 Cynic to convert: Walters hails Bronco Ben's brick wall Billy Walters had initial doubts about the new defensive system at Brisbane but now he is the leading advocate as he targets thwarting Canberra.
AAP · Sep 9, 2025 No quarter for club that saved Raider's NRL dream After waiting until his mid-20s for his NRL dream, Canberra second-rower Zac Hosking must knock over the side that gave him his start en route to a grand final.