The domino effect of Wighton's potential switch

Which way? Jack Wighton is weighing up options for his future. Picture by Karleen Minney

The Canberra Times

The Canberra Raiders will leave no stone unturned in their bid to re-sign Jack Wighton for the rest of his career - but a rival in Redcliffe could do far more than steal his signature.

The emergence of a fourth NRL team in Queensland makes it harder for the Raiders to tap into the sunshine state's rugby league nursery. Some wonder if names like Mal Meninga, Gary Belcher and Steve Walters would have worn lime green if there was a team in Queensland before they left for Canberra.

Luring players away from Sydney can prove difficult for the Raiders. Some say Canberra is too quiet, too boring,...

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