Canberra Raiders NRL News

Thu, 20th August, 2026, 17:48 AEST
Raiders look to stave off Chiefs with massive Hudson offer
The Canberra Raiders have offered Hudson Young a record $3.3 million, pressuring him against interest from the PNG Chiefs.
The Canberra Times
The Canberra Raiders have made Hudson Young an offer that's almost too good to refuse.
And it would be the richest deal in the Green Machine's history.
The Raiders were doing their best to put the pressure back on NRL expansion club PNG Chiefs, who have their sights set on landing Young.
Canberra has offered Young a three-year deal worth a massive $3.3 million, dwarfing the $1 million-a-year deal they offered Jack Wighton.
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Thu, 20th August, 2026, 12:58 AEST
'How he cares': Ricky reveals the side of 'Papa' that makes him proud
Josh Papali'i dedicates his efforts to supporting families and children in need, particularly through his role as an ambassador for charity Win The Day.
The Canberra Times
As he's done throughout his career, Josh Papali'i's doing it for his family.
But it's not just the Canberra Raiders great's own family.
There's dozens, potentially hundreds, who he means more to than simply being a footballer.
"Papa" just loves kids and since he began his NRL journey in 2011 his big heart has had plenty of room to spend time with young fans, especially those who were doing it tough.
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Wed, 19th August, 2026, 16:10 AEST
'Sad to see Big Red go': Raiders open up on the other farewell happening at Papa's House
Josh Papalii's farewell game highlights the departure of Corey Horsburgh, with young players set to step up for the Raiders.
The Canberra Times
While Papa's House is all about Papa's farewell, it'll also be another long-term Raider's Canberra farewell.
Raiders captain Joe Tapine and hooker Tom Starling both said Corey Horsburgh would be missed next year, when he'll join the Perth Bears on a three-year deal.
But Tapine was excited by some young players getting the chance to step up and replace Josh Papali'i, who will retire at the end of the season, Morgan Smithies (Bears) and Horsburgh.
Horsburgh will play his final home game at Canberra Stadium against the Brisbane Broncos on Friday night.
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