Canberra Region Rugby League News

The CRRL is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Queanbeyan Kangaroos club legend, Ian Baker.

A lifelong contributor to the Kangaroos since their inception in 1969, Ian most recently served as club president from 2020 to 2023, continuing a remarkable legacy of dedication and leadership.

Ian was one of the club's foundation junior players, inspiring his younger brothers - David, Neil, Michael, and Ashley - to also don the Kangaroos jersey. He went on to play over 100 first grade games, winning two premierships and becoming the inaugural recipient of the prestigious Les McIntyre...

All the scores from around the grounds after round two of the 2025 Blumers Lawyers Canberra Raiders Cup. 

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Belconnen United Sharks 34 def. Gungahlin Bulls 24  

Queanbeyan Blues 32 def. Goulburn City Bulldogs 18 

Queanbeyan Kangaroos 50 def. Tuggeranong Bushrangers 16 

West Belconnen Warriors 44 def. Yass Magpies 6

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Gungahlin Bulls 48 def. Belconnen United Sharks 6 

Goulburn City Bulldogs 52 def. Queanbeyan Blues 10

Tuggeranong Bushrangers 28 def. Queanbeyan Kangaroos 16

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The Belconnen United Sharks have launched their 2025 campaign with a 34-24 win over the Gungahlin Bulls at NSWRL HQ.

In an early back-and-forth battle, the Bulls were let down by defensive lapses and handling errors, allowing the Sharks to build a commanding lead before Gungahlin clawed back late to add respectability to the scoreboard.

Sharks back rower Jay Slavin and Bulls centre Blake Newcombe were standouts, both crossing for hat-tricks for their respective teams. 

The Sharks opened the scoring in the sixth minute, with Carl Johnson threading a grubber that Slavin pounced on...