The Canberra Raiders could sign their first NRLW player within the next few weeks following the announcement of a salary cap for the next five years.
It's hoped interim contracts will be issued to the clubs next week, opening the door for the Green Machine to start signing players.
The Raiders have been chasing St George Illawarra second-rower Shaylee Bent, with coach Darrin Borthwick hoping the former NSW Sky Blue could be a marquee signing for their inaugural season.