Canberra Raiders News

Tue, 18th August, 2026, 8:18 AEST
'A better chance': Raiders prepare to meet star's agent
Josh Papali'i announces retirement, becoming an emotional one-club player after a memorable career.
Canberra Daily
An emotional Josh Papali'i will remain a one-club player after the Canberra Raiders' veteran enforcer announced he will retire at the end of the NRL season.
Ahead of Canberra's final home game against Brisbane on Friday, the Raiders on Monday unveiled a mural inside GIO Stadium of Papali'i's famous 2019 preliminary final try, which earned the Green Machine a long-awaited grand final berth.
The unveiling of the artwork only made Papali'i, who was already fighting to hold back tears, even more emotional.
The 34-year-old admitted the decision to leave the club that handed him his NRL debut in 2011 was tough, but he conceded an injury-riddled 2026 season had taken a toll on his body.
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Tue, 18th August, 2026, 5:48 AEST
Raiders reveal stance on star's potential early talks with tax-free PNG Chiefs
A crucial meeting will determine Hudson Young's future with the Raiders, as he seeks permission to negotiate with the Papua New Guinea Chiefs.
The Canberra Times
A key meeting this week in Canberra is set to be the most pivotal in Hudson Young's career, as the Raiders mull over whether or not to give the star back-rower permission to negotiate with the Papua New Guinea Chiefs.
Ahead of the Green Machine's huge clash with the Brisbane Broncos on Friday night, Young's manager will be meeting with Raiders chief executive Don Furner in the capital to discuss his future.
Young is under contract with the Raiders until the end of 2027, but from November 1 the 28-year-old will be permitted to speak with other clubs.
The Raiders have made it clear they want to re-sign Young to a long-term deal for 2028 and beyond.
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Tue, 18th August, 2026, 4:15 AEST
'A better chance': Raiders prepare to meet star's agent
Canberra fights to retain Hudson Young amid a lucrative offer from PNG, as he becomes free to discuss contracts with rival clubs.
The Canberra Times
Canberra is challenging barnstorming second-rower Hudson Young to re-sign with the club, as it looks to stave off the glittering prospect of a big-money deal with the PNG Chiefs.
Young, who is off-contract at the end of 2027, will be free to talk to rival NRL clubs on November 1, and the Raiders are desperate to lock down the NSW State of Origin representative before then.
But reports have emerged the Chiefs are looking to lure the 28-year-old up north ahead of their inaugural season in 2028.
Raiders CEO Don Furner is determined to do everything possible to keep Young ahead of his agent meeting with Canberra officials later this week.
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