Breaking News: It Has Happened for the Canberra Raiders…
After 35 long years, the Canberra Raiders have secured the NRL **minor premiership**, finishing the 2025 regular season at the top of the ladder. The historic moment came after a dominant 24–10 win over the Wests Tigers at GIO Stadium on August 30, sealing their position with a 19-5 record.
This marks only the second minor premiership in the club’s history the first since 1990. Under coach Ricky Stuart, the Raiders have transformed their game in 2025. With the emergence of young talent like fullback Kaeo Weekes and a refined attacking structure, Canberra evolved into one of the most potent teams in the league.
The team’s disciplined defence and creative playmaking set them apart this season, silencing critics and thrilling fans across the capital. While their finals campaign ended in disappointment with a semi-final exit, the achievement of topping the regular season is a major milestone.
For long-suffering Raiders supporters, this feels like a turning point. After years of near misses and rebuilding phases, Canberra has re-established itself as a genuine force in the NRL. The foundation has been laid and the Green Machine is rolling again.
The drought is over. Canberra is back.
