Canberra Raiders News

Wed, 19th August, 2026, 5:38 AEST
Fire engines put ageing Canberra Stadium back in the spotlight as Raiders seek new deal
Canberra Stadium faces multiple issues, prompting the Raiders to seek an upgraded deal as it approaches its 50th anniversary.
The Canberra Times
It's been a tough year for the 49-year-old Canberra Stadium.
Windows attacking visiting coaches, change rooms flooding, the return of hideous odours and now steam setting off the fire alarms.
It's why the Canberra Raiders are in talks for an upgraded stadium deal with the ACT government - given the venue's set to celebrate its 50^th birthday next year.
While the government's own documents say Canberra Stadium's lifespan is set to end in 2027, Chief Minister Andrew Barr's adamant it's good for another decade.
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Tue, 18th August, 2026, 16:36 AEST
Josh Papali'i Reflects on Retirement and Legacy with Canberra Raiders
Josh Papali'i retires from the Raiders, unveiling a mural of his iconic try, reflecting on an emotional farewell after 12 years.
LeagueNews.co
An emotional Josh Papali'i has decided to retire from the Canberra Raiders, marking the end of his time as a one-club player.
As Canberra prepares for their last home match against Brisbane on Friday, a mural depicting Papali'i's iconic try from the 2019 preliminary final, which secured the Raiders a long-awaited grand final spot, was unveiled at GIO Stadium on Monday.
The artwork reveal deepened Papali'i's emotional state as he struggled to hold back tears.
At 34, he shared that leaving the club where he began his NRL journey in 2011 was a difficult choice, especially after a challenging 2026 season filled with injuries that affected his performance.
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Tue, 18th August, 2026, 16:18 AEST
Papa's House a sellout? Ricky reveals Raiders team for legend's last homestand
Time is running out for Papa's mullet competition and tickets for Josh Papali'i's final home game.
The Canberra Times
Not only is time running out to enter Papa's mullet competition, but tickets are running out as well.
There were fewer than 3000 tickets left on Tuesday for Canberra Raiders legend Josh Papali'i's final home game - the Brisbane Broncos grudge match at "Papa's House" on Friday.
The best mullets in the capital will have their chance to honour Papali'i's flowing locks, which have been business at the front and party at the back for a number of years, in a competition that will be judged at half-time.
Raiders coach Ricky Stuart has named the 340-game veteran to start in the front row for the first time since round five.
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