Canberra Raiders News

Fri, 11th July, 2025, 21:07 AEST
Canberra Raiders set to offer second deal in space of 12 months to keep Kaeo Weekes in the ACT
The Raiders aim to extend Kaeo Weekes' contract, making him one of their highest-paid players.
Wide World of Sports
The Canberra Raiders are set to make a move to ensure Kaeo Weekes remains in the capital in what will be the young star's second contract extension in under 12 months.
Weekes inked a two-year extension with the club in September last year but coach Ricky Stuart is hopeful he can keep the young talent in the green jersey for a little while longer.
The Sydney Morning Herald reports the Raiders have agreed to a contract upgrade for the 23-year-old, with the deal set to make him one of the club's highest paid players.
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Fri, 11th July, 2025, 19:54 AEST
Roosters Clash: Squads Ready to Ruck 'n' Roll
NRLW Coach Nathan Cross keeps the Round 2 squad unchanged for the Roosters match celebrating the club's anniversary.
LeagueNews.co
The NRLW 24-Hour Update reveals that Head Coach Nathan Cross has made no changes to the squad ahead of the Round 2 match against the Sydney Roosters at Jubilee Stadium.
This game is particularly significant as it is the first part of the club's home double-header for 2025, alongside a celebration of the 15-year anniversary of their 2010 NRL Grand Final victory over the Roosters, with several former players in attendance.
The team that triumphed over the Raiders in Round 1 will remain intact, featuring standout debutante Indie Bostock in the centres, alongside Bobbi Law.
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Fri, 11th July, 2025, 19:08 AEST
Raiders' ace Weekes signs for a future peak
The Canberra Raiders plan to extend young fullback Kaeo Weekes' contract to 2029, increasing his salary.
LeagueNews.co
The Canberra Raiders are reportedly set to extend the contract of their promising young fullback, Kaeo Weekes, until at least the end of the 2029 NRL season.
Currently under contract until the end of 2027, this extension would add two years to his deal, likely accompanied by a significant salary increase.
This move is seen as a strong show of faith in Weekes, with reports from both News Corp and The Sydney Morning Herald confirming the news.
Having transitioned from the Manly Sea Eagles, where he faced tough competition for playing time, Weekes has successfully made his mark in Canberra.
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