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Prickly Ricky sidesteps key question ahead of big semi

The day before Canberra's semi-final, Ricky Stuart was in no mood to discuss the Raiders' hopes of bouncing back from their heartbreaking loss to Brisbane.

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Tonga's king to receive royal homecoming in Canberra

Tonga's King Tupou VI and Queen Nanasipau'u will be given a full ceremonial welcome in Canberra by the governor-general during a visit to Australia.

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'I'd be sent off every week': confusion over pest rule

Hudson Young's sin-binning for celebrating in Brisbane fullback Reece Walsh's face has left Canberra confused about the NRL's rules against stirring players up.

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No taunting from Brailey if Sharks repeat famous win

Blayke Brailey has fond memories of watching Cronulla beat Canberra to ignite their 2016 premiership charge and is hoping to inspire another victory this week.

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The luckless Shark who wouldn't take no for an answer

Jesse Colquhoun has overcome three career-threatening injuries and rejection as a junior to become a go-to starter in Cronulla's forward pack.

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Raider's unfinished business ahead of Canberra swansong

Approaching the end of an eye-catching stint in Canberra, Jamal Fogarty's mind drifts back to the key goal he set upon joining the NRL team for the 2022 season.

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Canberra's 2010 nightmare gives hope of finals recovery

Canberra's heartbreaking loss to Brisbane was the longest finals match in 15 years. But the 2010 Wests Tigers show it is possible for the Raiders to recover.

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Australia, Papua New Guinea Delay Mutual Defence Treaty

Australia and Papua New Guinea failed to sign a long-awaited mutual defence treaty as expected on Wednesday, as Canberra seeks to deepen ties with Pacific nations and counter Beijing's rising influence.

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'Thought that was me': Papalii's ankle fears revealed

Ahead of a sudden-death clash with Cronulla, Raiders star Josh Papalii reveals he was ready to hang up the boots after fearing he broke his ankle in training.

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Australia Says Social Media Ban Will Not Age Test All Users

Australia will not require social media giants to verify the ages of all users under its ban on under-16s using the platforms, Canberra said Tuesday.

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Carrigan out of prelim after Broncos accept ban

Brisbane have accepted a one-match ban for lock Pat Carrigan but have towering prop Xavier Willison available for selection for their preliminary final.

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NRL offers unprecedented advantage in schedule change

One team will have an extra two days to prepare for the NRL grand final, after head office scheduled Friday night and Sunday afternoon games for week three.

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Australia, Papua New Guinea To Sign 'Historic' Defence Deal

A defence deal to be signed this week could see Papua New Guineans serve in the Australian military, Canberra said on Monday, the pact seen as an attempt to counter Beijing's rising Pacific influence.

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The greatest game of all? Broncos v Raiders NRL classic might just be the best of all time

The 1989 grand final has long been the gold standard of rugby league epics but Sunday’s epic was equal, if not superior

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Hunt exorcises demons of 2015 with 'crazy' field goal

An unforgettable win over Canberra has given veteran Ben Hunt belief he can win a 'special' premiership with Brisbane.

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Walsh avoids ban, Broncos weigh up big call on captain

Brisbane captain Pat Carrigan is facing a ban that could rule him out of their NRL preliminary final, but Reece Walsh is free to play after his headbutt.

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Canberra given six days to back up from epic

The NRL's bid to avoid a clash with the AFL grand final in Melbourne has left Canberra with a six-day back-up after their golden point loss to Brisbane.

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Tough task for heartbroken Raiders to revive title push

A young Canberra Raiders side have the odds stacked against them to recover from a gut-wrenching loss to Brisbane and claim a long-awaited NRL premiership.

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Win after bin: Walsh, Carrigan face nervous MRC wait

Brisbane stars Pat Carrigan and Reece Walsh were sin-binned and will face further scrutiny despite an extraordinary comeback finals win over Canberra.

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Stuart says refs got it wrong as Walsh inspires epic

Reece Walsh has engineered Brisbane to one of the greatest wins in NRL finals history over Canberra, but it came after a headbutt in the 29-28 victory.

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Raiders share injury update, star Bronco in for final

Veteran prop Josh Papalii faces a crucial training test if he is to overcome an ankle injury to play in Canberra's qualifying final against Brisbane.

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Genesis Owusu: ‘We are not each other’s enemies. Trans people and immigrants aren’t the reason your eggs are expensive’

The Aria-winning artist on eating cheese plates with his fans’ parents, the benefits of Canberra and why community is the antidote to division

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Papa path: how Haas ethos of loyalty, respect evolved

Brisbane prop Payne Haas shares a Samoan background with Canberra's Josh Papalii, who has been a shining example of the player and man Haas has become.

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Raiders re-sign veteran amid finals fitness concerns

Canberra have tied down club legend Josh Papalii for another season, as they rehearse back-up plans in case he fails to recover from injury to face Brisbane.

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TikTok pranksters or wearisome winners? Who casual fans should follow in NRL finals

Each team in the running, their chances of winning, and how many enemies you’ll make rooting for them

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