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Passion for the Raiders a Stuart family affair

Passion for the Raiders a Stuart family affair

Jed Stuart has his father's passion for Canberra but that doesn't mean he'll take it to heart if Savelio Tamale bumps him from the NRL side ahead of finals.

Lift-off for new-look Bombers in win over Giants

Lift-off for new-look Bombers in win over Giants

Lift-off for new-look Bombers in win over Giants

Lift-off for new-look Bombers in win over Giants

Essendon have steamrolled the Giants to make an ideal start to the AFLW season, with Bonnie Toogood and debutant Holly Ridewood each kicking two goals.

'I love Canberra': Papalii hopes for new Raiders deal

'I love Canberra': Papalii hopes for new Raiders deal

'I love Canberra': Papalii hopes for new Raiders deal

'I love Canberra': Papalii hopes for new Raiders deal

Veteran prop Josh Papalii has confirmed a change of heart on his playing future, admitting he wants to remain with Canberra in 2026.

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Star Giants forward no certainty to return

Star Giants forward no certainty to return

GWS have cruised to a 54-point win over struggling North Melbourne in Canberra, but could be without gun forward Jesse Hogan for another week.

Raiders partying like it's 1990 after downing Manly

Raiders partying like it's 1990 after downing Manly

A try-scoring hat-trick from exciting young five-eighth Ethan Strange has thrust Canberra back to the top of the NRL ladder with a 28-12 win over Manly.

'Do or die' - Sea Eagles target ladder-leading Raiders

'Do or die' - Sea Eagles target ladder-leading Raiders

Canberra will host Manly in crucial match on Friday night as both teams aim to get back on a winning track.

Russia fights edict Canberra embassy a security threat

Russia fights edict Canberra embassy a security threat

Diplomatic tensions between Australia and Russia are playing out in the High Court after a new embassy in Canberra was denied by the federal government.

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Chinese national charged over 'intelligence gathering'

Chinese national charged over 'intelligence gathering'

Chinese national charged over 'intelligence gathering'

Chinese national charged over 'intelligence gathering'

A Chinese woman accused of gathering intelligence for China's main police agency is the first to be charged for allegedly targeting the Australian community.

Ricky Stuart laughs off Canberra's slow starts

Ricky Stuart laughs off Canberra's slow starts

Ricky Stuart laughs off Canberra's slow starts

Ricky Stuart laughs off Canberra's slow starts

Ricky Stuart has laughed off Canberra's recent habit of starting games slowly, only to completely blow their opposition away after half-time.

Youth proving key for rampant Raiders in NRL title bid

Youth proving key for rampant Raiders in NRL title bid

Youth proving key for rampant Raiders in NRL title bid

Youth proving key for rampant Raiders in NRL title bid

The ladder leading Canberra Raiders enjoy a two-point gap over second place despite being the youngest team in the NRL.

Gagai earns Stuart's praise as Raiders beat Knights

Gagai earns Stuart's praise as Raiders beat Knights

Gagai earns Stuart's praise as Raiders beat Knights

Gagai earns Stuart's praise as Raiders beat Knights

The Canberra Raiders have won their ninth straight match to close in on their first minor premiership since 1990, beating Newcastle 44-18.

Close-game kings Canberra show value of clutch wins

Close-game kings Canberra show value of clutch wins

Close-game kings Canberra show value of clutch wins

Close-game kings Canberra show value of clutch wins

Winning big moments can be the difference between top four and missing finals, and it's no more evident than in Canberra and St George Illawarra's seasons.

Rampant Raiders overcome scare to consolidate top spot

Rampant Raiders overcome scare to consolidate top spot

Rampant Raiders overcome scare to consolidate top spot

Rampant Raiders overcome scare to consolidate top spot

Top-of-the-table Canberra have put on a second-half show in front of home fans, finishing strong to see off a gallant Parramatta.

Eels keep door open for out-of-favour Brown

Eels keep door open for out-of-favour Brown

Eels keep door open for out-of-favour Brown

Eels keep door open for out-of-favour Brown

Dylan Brown's immediate future at Parramatta looks uncertain, but coach Jason Ryles insists it's not all over for the Newcastle-bound five-eighth.

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I had a target on my back: Larkham on 2001 Lions series

Ahead of the opening Test against the British and Irish Lions on Saturday, Wallabies great Stephen Larkham remembers being a target for the 2001 tourists.

Injury-hit Lions battle to win over weakened Brumbies

Joe Schmidt will take plenty of positives after a Brumbies side missing key players put up a good fight but ultimately fell 36-24 to the star-studded Lions.

Australia must 'throw everything' at climate summit

Australia must fight to secure hosting rights to a global climate summit that would attract billions in economic opportunities, the renewables sector says.

'People were worried': How Joe Schmidt saved Lions tour

The ACT Brumbies and a resurgent Wallabies side pose a serious threat to the British and Irish Lions as they enter the pointy end of their Australian tour.

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Lolesio ruled out of Lions in blow for Wallabies hopes

In a huge blow for the Wallabies, playmaker Noah Lolesio will miss taking on the touring Lions after undergoing surgery following an injury against Fiji.

Mate vs mate: Canberra origins rekindled in Lions clash

Old Canberra schoolboys teammates Ryan Lonergan and Mack Hansen will line up on opposing sides when the ACT Brumbies take on the British and Irish Lions.

Brumbies brothers join forces in bid to be Lion tamers

A former Brumby will reunite with some old friends while a pair of brothers will play together professionally for the first time when the Lions visit Canberra.

Hat-trick hero helps Raiders pip Dragons, top NRL table

Canberra have held off a gallant and depleted St George Illawarra, thanks largely to the efforts of zippy fullback Kaeo Weekes.

This artist wants culture valued beyond NAIDOC Week

As NAIDOC Week celebrates 50 years of "strength, vision and legacy" artists are calling for Indigenous culture to be valued every day of the year.

Josh Papalii could play against Raiders in 2026

Canberra great Josh Papalii has left open the possibility of continuing in the NRL next year at another club as he prepares to make a call on his future.

Australia urged to adopt new approach to global talks

An expert suggests Australia ditches its piece-meal approach to foreign policy in favour of a coherent strategy, as the US shakes up international relations.

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