Canberra Raiders News

Raiders captain Joseph Tapine honors his family's Indigenous heritage through leadership and cultural connection.

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Raiders captain Joseph Tapine is not only steering a rugby league team; he is also guiding a cultural and personal journey.

For the Kiwis prop, the NRL's Indigenous Round represents an opportunity to honor the Aboriginal heritage of his wife, Kirsten, and their daughter, Ilua, while also reflecting on the significance of connection in various aspects of life.

Tapine fully embraces the blending of Māori and Aboriginal cultures within his family and his leadership approach.

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Ethan Strange considered for 2025 Ashes; his performance boosts Raiders' premiership chances.

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Australia's coach, Kevin Walters, has announced that young Canberra Raiders talent Ethan Strange is being considered for the Kangaroos squad for the 2025 Ashes Series, slated for later this year.

In just his third season in the NRL, Strange has developed a strong partnership with Jamal Fogarty in the halves, propelling the Raiders to the top of the NRL ladder. This duo has created one of the league's most effective running games for playmakers.

As the NRL Finals approach, the Raiders are seen as key contenders for the premiership. Strange has elevated his performance significantly, highlighted by a hat-trick scored earlier this round.

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Canberra Raiders lost 44-28 to Brisbane Broncos in Women's Indigenous round debut.

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The Canberra Raiders faced off against the Brisbane Broncos in the inaugural Women's Indigenous round, ultimately falling short with a score of 44-28.

The game began with the Broncos striking first, as a grubber kick found Hayley Maddick, who capitalized on a fortunate bounce to give her team an early 4-nil lead within the first five minutes.

Continuing their offensive momentum, Tamika Upton executed a cut-out pass to Maddick, allowing her to score again and extend the Broncos' lead to 10-nil.

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