Canberra Daily

08/08/2025

In an extraordinary show of support, Raiders coach Ricky Stuart is tipping "Laurie Daley-like" sensation Ethan Strange to represent Australia this year and NSW in the 2026 State of Origin series.

The call comes after Strange's stunning hat-trick that led Canberra to a 28-12 victory over Manly last night.

"He's got qualities of a representative player already as a young person, and I don't say that outlandishly," Stuart said.

Read more: https://canberradaily.com.au/hell-play-for-australia-stuarts-not-so-strange-tip/

08/08/2025

RAIDERS WIN!!! 💚💚

An Ethan Strange masterclass has lifted the Raiders to a 28-12 victory over Manly at GIO Stadium! Canberra now has a bye before a blockbuster clash with the Panthers in Mudgee.

08/08/2025

Lion cub Nyra has officially joined the pride at the National Zoo and Aquarium, marking the first lion birth at the zoo since 2002 and the first born to mum and dad Nairibi and Mlinzi. Nyra is already delighting the public as she explores her new home.

Read more: canberradaily.com.au/first-baby-lion-born-at-national-zoo-in-20-years

07/08/2025

Denman Prospect, New York, London and Paris are never mentioned in the same breath, but Canberra artist Benjamin Shine has put the ACT on the map with his sculpture Everchange, recently named one of the top 100 public art projects in the world.

Read more: canberradaily.com.au/putting-the-shine-on-canberra

07/08/2025

This week’s Canberra Raiders home match is a special one for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander winger Xavier Savage.

The clash against the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles at GIO Stadium Canberra on Friday 8 August takes place during Indigenous round.

The match comes just two days after a documentary, Kulpiyam: The Xavier Savage Story dropped on Fox League and Kayo Sports. It focuses on Savage leaving his home in North Queensland to chase a dream in the nation’s capital.

It is also a special time for Sebastian Kris with the jersey depicting the Torres Strait Islander totems of Kris’ tribe; the Wagadagam and Panay peoples, with the front of the jersey displaying a shovel nose shark, dugong, crocodile and a snake.

This week’s Canberra Raiders match at home is a special one for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander player winger Xavier Savage.

06/08/2025

This Dental Health Week (4–10 August), Mawson Dental Care is shining a light on how oral health mirrors overall wellbeing.

“When people invest in their dental health, you can see the shift — they smile more, carry themselves with confidence, and become more socially connected,” says Dr Robert Honeybone, Director and Principal Dentist.

To learn more about Mawson Dental Care, visit them at 3/142–152 Mawson Pl, Mawson ACT or online at mawsondentalcare.com.au

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This Dental Health Week, Mawson Dental Care is shining a spotlight on the connection between oral health and overall wellbeing.

05/08/2025

Leeches, worms and Giardia parasites described as “very adorable” make up just part of the parasite zoo at ANU. They're inviting the public in for National Science Week to explore the fascinating world of parasites and the scientists who love them.

There’s a parasite zoo at ANU Research School of Biology that must be seen to be believed during feeding time, when petri dishes are filled with human blood for leeches and agar jelly is set for roundworms.

05/08/2025

The 2025 Summernats event injected a record-breaking $46 million into the region’s economy, while also bringing in more visitors than ever.

The event ran at Exhibition Park in Canberra (EPIC) from 2-5 January.

Research by IER reported a $46.6m benefit to the ACT economy, with 47,500 patrons travelling from interstate and overseas for the event.

The 2025 Summernats event injected a record-breaking $46 million into the region’s economy, while also bringing in more punters than ever.

04/08/2025

UPDATED: The mystery $1.4 million Saturday Lotto prize winner that purchased a ticket in Queanbeyan has come forward.

EARLIER, 4 AUGUST: A mystery Queanbeyan resident or visitor has become a newly-minted millionaire in the weekend’s Saturday Lotto draw, winning more than $1.4 million.

The winning entry was purchased at Karabar Newsagency in Queanbeyan.

As the ticket was unregistered, the owner of this newfound fortune is being encouraged to come forward to The Lott.

So get checking your tickets to see if you have won!

A mystery Queanbeyan resident or visitor has become a newly-minted millionaire in the weekend’s Saturday Lotto draw, winning more than $1.4 million

03/08/2025

Former Canberra Raiders star Sam Backo has passed away in a Cairns hospital at the age of 64, following a three-month battle with the tropical soil disease melioidosis. The Queensland and Australia representative is being remembered for his toughness on the field, as well as his generous spirit and humility.

ARL Commission chairman Peter V’landys paid tribute to Backo – the man and the footballer.

“Sam was as tough as they come, a larger-than-life character who was as recognisable as he was resilient,” V’landys said in a statement.

“Through a successful career with Canberra Raiders, Brisbane Broncos, not to mention Queensland and Australia, he was a one-of-a-kind footballer.

“A member of the Indigenous Team of the Century, Sam was also a generous and selfless man who was passionate about Indigenous health and advocacy away from the field.”

Read more: canberradaily.com.au/canberra-queensland-great-sam-backo-dies-aged-64

02/08/2025

The Raiders’ winning streak comes to an end with a loss to the Dragons in tough conditions.