Canberra Raiders News

Peter Taateo has signed with a new club, continuing his rugby league career next season.

LeagueNews.co

EXCLUSIVE: Departed Wests Tigers forward Peter Taateo has finalized an agreement to join a new club, ensuring he can continue his rugby league career into the next season.

Taateo, who was previously on the Canberra Raiders roster, transferred to the Wests Tigers during the 2025 season. Although he caught the attention of club officials with his performance, he did not reach first-grade, playing a total of 11 matches in the NSW Cup.

This promising young prop is a former Under-16s NSW Blues representative and has also been associated with the Parramatta Eels and Penrith Panthers systems. He is seen as a player to watch in the upcoming seasons, particularly with the introduction of new teams like the Perth Bears and PNG Chiefs.

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Josh Papali'i's conversion brings joy and heartbreak to Canberra Raiders fans amid mixed fortunes.

The Canberra Times

The image of a Josh Papali'i conversion sailing through the uprights and bringing Ricky Stuart to tears is seared into the minds of Canberra Raiders fans. Who could forget just how good that moment felt?

But for every triumph, there was heartbreak. Canberra fans rode the wave of a premiership dream, only to see the city's two biggest teams fall agonisingly short. Another won a title, but they aren't even going around again this summer. And another? We're still waiting to see if they ever play a game at a stadium on the verge of crumbling.

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Canberra Raiders, under Ricky Stuart, nurture young talent like Ethan Strange and Jesse Milin.

LeagueNews.co

Canberra Raiders have seen significant development in young talent since Ricky Stuart became head coach in 2014. The team has been successful in nurturing promising players, evident in recent seasons with athletes like Ethan Strange, Manaia Waitere, Jed Stuart, Owen Pattie, Jordan Martin, and Noah Martin earning first-grade experience.

As these players vie for consistent spots in the lineup, others, like Jake Clydsdale and Myles Martin, are waiting for their chances to debut. Meanwhile, a new generation of prospects is emerging from the club's pathway programs, demonstrating their skills in lower-grade competitions.

One notable player is front-rower Jesse Milin, who began his journey with the Raiders in 2023. Milin has advanced through the club's junior representative levels and recently completed a standout season, scoring eight tries during this year's SG Ball Cup.

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