Chanté Temara's surprise visit for sister Zahara's milestone match inspired Canberra's victory and unity.
Raiders hooker Chanté Temara shared how a surprise visit from their grandparents for sister Zahara's 50th NRLW match played a crucial role in keeping Canberra's finals dreams alive.
Zahara, a trailblazer in the women's game, celebrated her milestone with grace and leadership, clinching a dramatic victory against Wests Tigers by scoring a golden point field goal. This 17-16 win not only broke Canberra's 2025 home ground losing streak but also created a cherished memory for the Temara family, coinciding with Chanté's own achievement of reaching 30 NRLW games.
Behind the scenes, Chanté orchestrated a surprise that transcended mere match preparation-a heartfelt gesture that elicited smiles throughout the squad and contributed to their third consecutive victory.