Jon Tuxworth

Jon Tuxworth

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Tamou's Kangaroos call-up no shock for Raiders prop

Jon Tuxworth Kangaroos and Raiders prop David Shillington has backed the inclusion of Cowboys bolter James Tamou on the Australian bench for Friday's Anzac Test match.

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White warns fans to 'be patient with Campo'

Sport.  Canberra Raiders players Terry Campese, Shaun Fensom and Josh Dugan during a photo shoot of their 2013 Raiders Gear at Raiders HQ.  28 November 2012.   Canberra Times Photo by Jeffrey Chan

Jon Tuxworth Canberra prop Brett White admits he's still battling personal doubts about his own return from a knee reconstruction.

Pair keen for Cup action

Jon Tuxworth Together they've won premierships, Test matches and a stack of Origin series for Queensland.

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Embracing our best

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Jon Tuxworth The 25,000-strong crowd at Canberra Stadium on Friday night justified the NRL's choice of venue.

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Jones fires under pressure

Matt Britt

Jon Tuxworth Luke Jones played a starring role in the Queanbeyan Kangaroos' 30-22 win over Belconnen Scholars.

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Campese gives Thurston his due

CANBERRA, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 13:  Terry Campese of the Raiders runs the ball during the round six NRL match between the Canberra Raiders and the New Zealand Warriors at Canberra Stadium on April 13, 2013 in Canberra, Australia.  (Photo by Stefan Postles/Getty Images)

Jon Tuxworth Canberra Raiders skipper Terry Campese is bracing for a test when battles ''the world's best player''.

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Shillington sees Warriors clash as ideal warm-up for Test

GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 17:  David Shillington of the Raiders wipes sweat off his face during the round two NRL match between the Gold Coast Titans and the Canberra Raiders at Skilled Park on March 17, 2013 on the Gold Coast, Australia.  (Photo by Matt Roberts/Getty Images)

Jon Tuxworth Canberra Raiders prop David Shillington rates Saturday's clash against New Zealand Warriors as a perfect Test audition, and is desperate to retain his place in Australia's side for next week's Test...

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What we learned: Raiders v Warriors

David Shillington

Jon Tuxworth All the talking points from the Raiders' last-gasp victory over the Warriors.

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Fresh Prince helps kings of comeback do it again

SPORT: Raiders v Warriors at Canberra stadium, Bruce. Raiders player Edrick Lee scores the winning try. 13th April 2013. Canberra Times Photograph by Katherine Griffiths

Jon Tuxworth Edrick Lee grabs late bomb to score a double and secure a vital win for the Raiders.

Raiders revival too much for Warriors

CANBERRA, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 13:  Sam Williams of the Raiders is congratulated after scoring a try during the round six NRL match between the Canberra Raiders and the New Zealand Warriors at Canberra Stadium on April 13, 2013 in Canberra, Australia.  (Photo by Stefan Postles/Getty Images)

Jon Tuxworth Canberra Raiders are fast forging a reputation as the NRL's new comeback kings.

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Versatile Gidley has no fear of warming the bench

SPORT: Australia v New Zealand test match. Kurt Gidley outside the Australian War Memorial in Canberra. 15th April 2013. Photo by MELISSA ADAMS of The Canberra Times..

Jon Tuxworth The last player to wear the green and gold No.14 jersey in an Anzac Test spent 80 minutes chained to the bench.

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Williams could play for Kiwis in Test match

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 01:  Sonny Bill Williams of the Roosters cools down after a Roosters try during the round four NRL match between the Sydney Roosters and the Parramatta Eels at Allianz Stadium on April 1, 2013 in Sydney, Australia.  (Photo by Matt King/Getty Images)

Jon Tuxworth The Sonny Bill Williams circus will roll into Canberra twice in the space of two weeks, with the back-rower keen to play for New Zealand in this month's Test match against Australia at Canberra...

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Sonny Bill ready to explode in Canberra double showdown

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Jon Tuxworth The Sonny Bill Williams circus will roll into Canberra twice in the space of two weeks, with the back-rower keen to play for New Zealand in this month's Test match against Australia at Canberra...

Well, David, I could use a Campese …

David Furner and Robbie Deans

Jon Tuxworth HE HAS already lured Israel Folau to the dark side, so the sight of Wallabies coach Robbie Deans at Canberra Raiders training would normally incite panic at NRL HQ.

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Deans visits Raiders for a goss, not spot of poaching

SPORT - Raiders coach David Furner talks with Wallabies Coach Robbie Deans who dropped in at Raiders training . Bruce. Canberra                                                                                                                                                                                 31st January  2013.                                                                                                                                                                   Photo by, Colleen Petch of The Canberra Times

Jon Tuxworth He's already lured Israel Folau to the dark side, and the sight of Wallabies coach Robbie Deans at Canberra Raiders training would normally incite panic at NRL HQ.

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Raider considers Samoa switch

Josh Papalli

Jon Tuxworth He's already rejected New Zealand for Queensland, now Canberra Raiders youngster Josh Papalii is seriously considering whether to represent Samoa in this year's rugby league World Cup.

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Raiders recruit emerges as bolter for Indigenous selection

121016 SPORT Canberra Times Photograph by Graham Tidy Story by Jon Tuxworth. New Canberra Raiders signing, former Bulldogs second rower, Jake Foster, is house hunting with his fiancee, Kelly Brooks.

Jon Tuxworth Most league fans wouldn't look twice if they passed him in the street, but that hasn't stopped Canberra recruit Jake Foster emerging as a shock contender for the Indigenous All Stars next month.

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Furner has Red Devil of a plan to pick up tips from Sir Alex

Raider coach David Furner.

Jon Tuxworth Canberra Raiders coach David Furner is hopeful of picking the brain of one of sport's all-time great coaches.

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Standout Crisp in love with league again

19 August 2012 News, Journalist, Jon Tuxworth, Canberra Times, PHOTO by Jay Cronan. Belconnen player Brent Crisp makes a break to score a try at Seiffert Oval on Sunday.

Jon Tuxworth Belconnen United playmaker Brent Crisp was set to retire at the end of last year, citing a lack of love for the game.

Sweetest victory a long time in the making

23 September 2012. Sport. Journalist Jon Tuxworth  Canberra Times Photo by Jeffrey Chan.  Belconnen United celebrates their win in the Grand Final match at Seiffert Oval.

Jon Tuxworth Nothing worthwhile is achieved easily, and Belconnen United's three-year road to premiership glory proves it.