Canberra Raiders NRL News

Tue, 5th May, 2026, 16:18 AEST
Raiders make big changes for 'Miracle in Mudgee' rematch against Panthers
The Penrith Panthers face an injury-stricken Canberra Raiders in a highly anticipated rematch this Sunday.
The Canberra Times
The "Miracle of Mudgee" was one of the games of the season last year, and this Sunday the Penrith Panthers come to Bruce for a highly anticipated rematch against the injury-hit Canberra Raiders.
The Raiders had another squad shake-up for the weekend clash as another name was added to the injury list after their win over the Gold Coast Titans in round nine, while two big names returned.
Promising back-rower Joe Roddy has been ruled out for four to six weeks with a broken hand that required surgery on Tuesday. He now joins Raiders Josh Papali'i (calf), Noah Martin (ankles), and Zac Hosking (concussion) on the sidelines in rehab mode.
Hosking was still not quite right after his concussion a fortnight ago, but the Raiders are aiming to get him reassessed to possibly return for round 12's match against the Dolphins, following the bye next week.
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Mon, 4th May, 2026, 5:46 AEST
'These studies do not predict remaining useful life': But is Barr doing exactly that for the stadium?
Liberal MLA Peter Cain criticizes Andrew Barr for inconsistent claims about Canberra Stadium's lifespan and demands independent verification.
The Canberra Times
Liberals MLA Peter Cain says Andrew Barr's Canberra Stadium responses don't add up.
On one hand, he says the ACT Chief Minister is using a maintenance plan to verify his 10-year stadium lifespan claim, while on the other stating the document doesn't "predict remaining useful life".
Cain's called on the ACT government to get independent verification of exactly how long the 49-year-old stadium has left.
It's been in the spotlight since a series of events, including leaking change rooms and a coach needing stitches after a window broke and cut his hand.
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Sun, 3rd May, 2026, 15:10 AEST
'He just wouldn't train hard': How Ricky turned Simi into an NRL star
Simi Sasagi aimed to remain with the Raiders, impressing coach Ricky Stuart enough to secure a contract extension until 2026.
The Canberra Times
Simi Sasagi wanted to stay in Canberra; wanted to extend his time with the Raiders.
But Canberra coach Ricky Stuart wasn't having a bar of it.
He wanted more from the versatile young footballer.
He wanted Sasagi to show he deserved it with how he trained in the pre-season of the summer of 2024-25.
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