Canberra Raiders News

Thu, 15th October, 2026, 13:26 AEDT
Canberra's forward stocks under pressure
Canberra Raiders aim to recruit forwards as they recover from player losses and a disappointing 2026 season.
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As November 1 approaches, Canberra's priority in the open market is clear: the Raiders need to recruit forwards.
Ricky Stuart's side lost several players from its engine room at the end of 2025, and further exits could be coming.
The Raiders' fall down the ladder in 2026 was not entirely unexpected after Jamal Fogarty left at the end of 2025, but the extent of the decline raised eyebrows.
There were encouraging signs of recovery late in the season, and Ethan Sanders found his feet in the closing stages.
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Thu, 15th October, 2026, 13:25 AEDT
Canberra extend rookie halfback Sanders
Ethan Sanders wins NRL Rookie of the Year and extends his Raiders contract through 2028 after a successful first season.
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NRL Rookie of the Year recognition capped Ethan Sanders' first full season with Canberra in 2026, after he joined the Raiders the previous year.
The club has extended the halfback's contract by one season, keeping him in Canberra through to the end of 2028.
Sanders made his Raiders debut in round 13 of 2025 against the Roosters, helping his side come back to win 26-24.
He said re-signing was an easy choice after the club backed him.
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Thu, 15th October, 2026, 12:55 AEDT
Ethan Sanders confirms new contract as Raiders question emerges
Ethan Sanders extended his contract with the Canberra Raiders for the 2028 NRL season, praising the club's support.
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The Canberra Raiders have confirmed Ethan Sanders has put pen to paper on a new deal for the 2028 NRL season, extending his time at the club by a season.
Sanders was already locked in for the 2027 season with the Raiders, and could have negotiated with rival clubs from November 1, although he indicated a few weeks ago that wasn't likely.
Sanders, who joined the Raiders from the Eels prior to his debut, had plenty of praise for the club.
"Two years ago, the club put a lot of faith in me to bring me down to Canberra. I can't thank Ricky enough for all the belief he's given me, and I just want to repay that now," Sanders said.
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