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Hundreds of fans flock to Canberra Raiders training session

It was all about the fans at the Canberra Raiders’ open training session on Friday 17 January. Hundreds of people flocked to the Braddon training facility to watch their favourite players prepare for...

Raiders optimistic, raring to go for 2025 season

Expectations are high for the Canberra Raiders as they head into the 2025 NRL season, says head coach Ricky Stuart.

Channel Nine presenter Tony Jones apologises for Djokovic sledge

Newsreader Tony Jones has issued an apology to Novak Djokovic after the 10-time Australian Open champ refused to be interviewed by Channel Nine over a sledge.

Bernard Tomic probed over match-fixing in 2022: report

Bernard Tomic's controversial loss at the 2022 Australian Open qualifying tournament reportedly triggered a match-fixing probe.

Injuries take down Special Ks to shatter Open dreams

Thanasi Kokkinakis succumbed to injury as he and Nick Kyrgios withdrew from their Australian Open doubles match against James Duckworth and Aleksandar Vukic.

Health issues no barrier for ParaMatilda kicking goals

Having a stroke, encephalitis, a stress fracture, and concussions over the past few years - and learning to walk again - didn’t stop Canberra-based soccer player Rebecca Jones from representing her country.

Wallaby Tom Hooper to leave Brumbies for English club

Brumbies' Wallaby back-row forward Tom Hooper is heading for England, but hopes to come back to Australia "an older, more experienced player down the track".

Australian Open might be my last, wounded Kyrgios says

Beaten Australian showman Nick Kyrgios says his body is unlikely to allow him to return to Melbourne Park in the singles draw in 2026 and beyond.

Cavaliers topple Thunder in epic match-up of NBA’s top teams

Jarrett Allen scored 25 points as Cleveland ended Oklahoma's 15-game winning run by beating the Thunder 129-122 in a marquee meeting between the NBA's top dogs.

Kyrgios will play despite injury fears, says Open chief

Nick Kyrgios is in doubt for the Australian Open after pulling out of a pre-tournament exhibition match against Novak Djokovic due to an abdominal strain.

Kyrgios set for shock Davis Cup return after five years

Nick Kyrgios has been named in the line-up for the Davis Cup qualifier in Sweden, with the prospect of him playing for Australia for the first time since 2019.

International players shine on Canberra tennis court

Unable to make it to the Australian Open this year, I opted to attend the Workday Canberra International 2025 finals on Saturday instead.

Canberra’s Patty Mills becomes first Aussie to play 1000 NBA games

Veteran guard Patty Mills has become the first Australian in history to play 1000 games in the NBA.

Australia win in Sydney to claim Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Australia have regained the Border-Gavaskar Trophy for the first time in 10 years, after beating India by six wickets in Sydney to claim a 3-1 series victory.

Mitch Marsh dropped for SCG Test, Beau Webster to debut

Out-of-form Australia allrounder Mitch Marsh has been dropped for the Border-Gavaskar series finale at the SCG, with Beau Webster to make his Test debut.

Kyrgios returns with dazzling doubles win with Djokovic

Former Wimbledon finalist Nick Kyrgios has made a successful return to competitive tennis with a classy Brisbane International doubles win with Novak Djokovic.

Australia beat India by 184 runs in classic MCG Test

Australia have taken seven wickets in the final session to defeat India by 184 runs in a classic MCG Test and go 2-1 up in the Border-Gavaskar series.

Broncos’ Mam set to be suspended for nine games by NRL

The NRL proposed a nine-game suspension for Brisbane five-eighth Ezra Mam after he was fined $850 for drug driving and driving without a licence in October.

Raiders poised to land star prop Leo Thompson

The Canberra Raiders look set to secure one of rugby league’s hottest prospects, with reports suggesting that former Knights prop Leo Thompson is on the verge of signing a long-term deal with the club.

NRL star slammed for drug, unlicensed driving

A magistrate has blasted NRL star Ezra Mam for driving on a cocktail of drugs including cocaine, saying he is lucky no one was killed in a head-on collision.

Raiders add flyer to long-term list of young talent

Canberra speedster Xavier Savage will remain a Raider until the end of 2027, joining fellow young gun Kaeo Weekes in committing to the NRL club long-term.

Papua New Guinea team to enter the NRL in 2028

Papua New Guinea's Prime Minister is prepared to bet his "life" on relocating NRL players remaining safe in Port Moresby.

Raiders legend Daley ‘honoured’ to be appointed NSW Origin coach

Canberra Raiders legend Laurie Daley is set for a second stint coaching the men's NSW State of Origin team.

Raiders prop Josh Papalii pleads not guilty to abusing police in bar

Canberra Raiders star Josh Papalii will fight charges stemming from allegations he behaved aggressively and threw glasses on a night out drinking.

Canberra honours sporting excellence at 2024 CBR Sport Awards

The 2024 CBR Sport Awards, held last night at the Belconnen Arts Centre, brought together Canberra’s sporting community to honour the outstanding achievements of local athletes, teams, and contributors.

Ben Hunt joins Broncos until 2026 with unfinished business

Ben Hunt has signed a two-year deal with Brisbane, ending speculation about his future in the NRL.

Bungendore children’s golden success overseas

Robert and Sarah Sanderson may live on a farm in regional New South Wales, but they are taking the Brazilian jiu-jitsu world by storm.

Longmire quits as Swans coach, Dean Cox to take over

Sydney Swans coach John Longmire has handed the reins to long-time assistant Dean Cox, deciding to step down after his 14th season in charge of the AFL club.

2025 Canberra Raiders fixture released

Raiders fans will have 11 home matches to attend at GIO Stadium Canberra for the 2025 NRL season.

Former NBL star LaMelo Ball fined $US100k for ‘no homo’ slur

LaMelo Ball, who spent a season in the NBL before turning heads as a rookie in the NBA, has spoken after copping a big NBA fine for an offensive comment.
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