Canberra Raiders News

Ricky Stuart inducted into NSW Hall of Champions, celebrating his rugby league achievements.

LeagueNews.co

Ricky Stuart AM, the esteemed coach of the Canberra Raiders and a True Blue, has been announced as the newest inductee into the NSW Hall of Champions, celebrating his legendary status in NSW Rugby League.

The former halfback for both Australia and NSW, who has also served as coach for his state and country, will be honored alongside four other sporting icons during the 2025 class. The official induction will take place at the NSW Champions of Sport ceremony on Monday, November 24, at The Star Event Centre in Pyrmont.

Stuart's impressive playing career includes three first-grade premierships with the Canberra Raiders, along with accolades like the Clive Churchill Medal in 1990 and the Dally M Player of the Year in 1993. He proudly represented NSW on 14 occasions, contributing to four series victories. In his inaugural year as NSW coach in 2005, he led the team to a triumphant 2-1 series win.

See more...

Auckland witnessed tragedy as Ata Mariota was injured in his Test debut, requiring medical attention.

The Canberra Times

There were awful scenes in Auckland as Samoan Canberra Raiders forward Ata Mariota was carted off in a neck brace in his Test debut at the Pacific Championships.

New Zealand defeated Toa Samoa 24-18 in a thrilling and physical Pacific Championships clash that went right down to the wire, however Mariota's night ended prematurely when a tackle attempt went terribly wrong in the second half.

A lengthy delay followed Mariota's first tackle in the game. It left the 23-year-old motionless on the turf and requiring immediate medical attention.

See more...

Danny Levi is uncontracted and seeking a new team for the 2026 season overseas.

LeagueNews.co

Former Canberra Raiders hooker Danny Levi, who is uncontracted, is preparing to join a new team for the 2026 season. After being part of the Raiders for three seasons, his tenure ended with the team's farewell to six players at the close of the 2025 NRL season.

The 29-year-old has played 28 matches in Canberra but found himself sidelined recently, as Tom Starling and rookie Owen Pattie were favored in the hooker position. As a result, Levi has been unable to secure a consistent role in the team.

With his rugby league career still ongoing, Levi is looking to take his talents overseas. He has been connected to a move to the Super League for over a year and is now poised to make a return, having previously played for the Huddersfield Giants in 30 matches back in 2022.

See more...