Canberra Raiders News

Fri, 12th June, 2026, 18:32 AEST
Ricky Stuart reveals Josh Papalii's Raiders future
Josh Papalii will leave the Canberra Raiders after this season, confirmed by coach Ricky Stuart.
Zero Tackle
Canberra Raiders prop Josh Papalii is playing his final season for the club, with coach Ricky Stuart confirming his departure at the end of the year.
It was believed at one point 2025 was going to be the prop's final year in Raiders' colours.
He himself admitted playing on with the club in 2026 was going to be a challenge a little over 12 months ago, however, excellent form then saw interest from other NRL clubs as well as England.
His form was so good that Billy Slater ultimately recalled him for a shock final game in the Origin arena as Queensland completed a dramatic comeback after dropping the first game at home.
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Fri, 12th June, 2026, 17:44 AEST
Young Halfback Poised for NRL Debut
Coby Black may debut for the Raiders this weekend, wearing jersey 18, following his move from the Broncos.
LeagueNews.co
The Canberra Raiders may soon witness the debut of Coby Black, who has been assigned jersey number 18 for this weekend's match.
The promising young halfback admits he never thought his career would lead him to the capital.
With Ethan Strange currently in State of Origin camp, Black stands a good chance of making his first-grade debut if coach Ricky Stuart decides to rest either Ethan Sanders or Daine Laurie.
This opportunity arises nearly six months after the 20-year-old made the big decision to leave the Brisbane Broncos, motivating him to prove himself.
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Fri, 12th June, 2026, 15:30 AEST
Stuart confirms Papali'i's departure at end of the year
Coach Ricky Stuart announced Josh Papali'i will leave Canberra Raiders, ending his successful tenure.
Canberra Daily
Coach Ricky Stuart has revealed veteran Canberra enforcer Josh Papali'i will not play for the Raiders next season, ending a glittering tenure with the NRL club.
The former Queensland prop extended his contract with the Green Machine for one year after they claimed the minor premiership last season, but hopes of the 34-year-old continuing with the club have been dashed.
When asked on Friday if Papali'i would stay in the nation's capital, Stuart said: "No, he won't be."
"You don't want to lose the investment we put into players like Josh … We have a lot of young Polynesian boys in our club as well, and I know they look up to Papa as though he's their god," the coach added.
"He's seen as that leader...
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