Jon Tuxworth

Jon Tuxworth

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Shillington sees Warriors clash as ideal warm-up for Test

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.

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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Bulldogs belting 'nothing' without a Warriors whipping

David Shillington

Jon Tuxworth, Chris Wilson RAIDERS skipper David Shillington said Friday night's comprehensive win over the top-of-the-table Bulldogs would count for nothing if Canberra could not complete its fairytale run to the NRL finals...

Campese and Shillington brush injuries to face Warriors

Terry Campese at Raiders training.

Jon Tuxworth THE CANBERRA Raiders have doused concerns over the fitness of playmaker Terry Campese, insisting he will play the New Zealand Warriors today despite suffering swelling in both knees this week.

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Raiders rip apart weak Warriors

Canberra's Jack Wighton congratulates Reece Robinson after a try.

Jon Tuxworth The Canberra Raiders used Easter Sunday to improve their form from boiled lollies to chocolates with a clinical 32-12 dispatch of the New Zealand Warriors at Canberra Stadium.

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What we learned: Sharks v Raiders

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - MAY 19:  Terry Campese of the Raiders makes his point to the referee during the round 10 NRL match between the Cronulla Sharks and the Canberra Raiders at Sharks Stadium on May 19, 2013 in Sydney, Australia.  (Photo by Mark Kolbe/Getty Images)

Jon Tuxworth The Raiders ran out of get-out-of-jail-free cards against an impressive Sharks outfit.

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Raiders fume at crucial call

Ben Ross #10 of the Sharks celebrates with team mates Andrew Fifita (R) and Jeff Robson (L) after scoring a try during the round 10 NRL match between the Cronulla Sharks and the Canberra Raiders at Sharks Stadium on May 19, 2013 in Sydney, Australia.

Jon Tuxworth Canberra skipper Terry Campese has vented his frustration at a crucial forward pass call in Sunday’s 30-20 loss to Cronulla.

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Buttriss may play for Raiders

Sport:  Canberra Raiders player Glen Buttruss, centre, during the Captains Run at Raiders HQ in Bruce.  3 May 2013 Canberra Times photo by Jeffrey Chan.

Jon Tuxworth Are the Canberra Raiders playing smoke and mirrors with their line-up for a second straight week?

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Furner helps Ferguson find his centre

Jon Tuxworth Raiders centre Blake Ferguson doesn't want to be in Canberra unless David Furner is.

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What we learned: Raiders v Knights

CANBERRA, AUSTRALIA - MAY 12:  Sandor Earl of the Raiders is tackled by Chris Houston of the Knights during the round nine NRL match between the Canberra Raiders and the Newcastle Knights at Canberra Stadium on May 12, 2013 in Canberra, Australia.  (Photo by Stefan Postles/Getty Images)

Jon Tuxworth Josh Papalii, Blake Ferguson and Sandor Earl's devastating right-edge partnership is back.

Firing Ferguson feared career was over

CANBERRA, AUSTRALIA - MAY 12:  Blake Ferguson of the Raiders scores a try during the round nine NRL match between the Canberra Raiders and the Newcastle Knights at Canberra Stadium on May 12, 2013 in Canberra, Australia.  (Photo by Stefan Postles/Getty Images)

Jon Tuxworth Canberra star Blake Ferguson feared his NRL career was over after his rooftop drinking binge with Josh Dugan.

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Raiders set to regain stars

SPORT - Raiders David Shillington holds onto Josh Papalii  at training this morning at Raiders HQ, Bruce. Canberra.                16th March  2013.                                                                                                                                                                  Photo by, Colleen Petch of The Canberra Times.

Jon Tuxworth David Shillington and Josh Papalii are tipped to return for Canberra against Newcastle on Sunday.

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Ferguson sticks with Raiders until 2015

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 04:  Blake Ferguson of the Raiders celebrates after scoring a try during the round eight NRL match between the Melbourne Storm and the Canberra Raiders at AAMI Park on May 4, 2013 in Melbourne, Australia.  (Photo by Scott Barbour/Getty Images)

Jon Tuxworth Raiders centre Blake Ferguson has dispelled rumours of a falling out with coach David Furner by signing a new contract, requesting a clause that allows him to quit Canberra if Furner isn't at the...

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Daley backs Raiders rookie

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 16:  Jack Wighton runs with the ball during a Country Origin training session at Moore Park on April 16, 2013 in Sydney, Australia.  (Photo by Matt King/Getty Images)

Jon Tuxworth NSW ORIGIN coach Laurie Daley has endorsed Canberra Raiders rookie Jack Wighton as a ''project player'' capable of being a future Blues mainstay.

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Raiders must lift for away games, says Shillington

CANBERRA, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 13:  David Shillington of the Raiders is tackled 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 Injured Canberra prop David Shillington has urged the side to lift its intensity or bear the consequences as the Raiders brace for a brutal five-week schedule.

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Vaughan might celebrate birthday with Raiders debut

SPORT - Canberra Raiders v Canterbury Bulldogs at Goulburn Workers Arena, Paul Vaughan gets tackled. Goulburn .  Canberra.                                                                                                                                                                                    23rd  February  2013.                                                                                                                                                                  Photo by, Colleen Petch of The Canberra Times.

Jon Tuxworth Canberra prop Paul Vaughan looks set to celebrate his birthday with a first grade debut as the Raiders look to fill the void left by injured star forwards David Shillington and Josh Papalii.

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Dragons may can Dugan deal after latest indiscretion

Dugan

Jon Tuxworth, Michael Chammas Josh Dugan's contract with St George Illawarra could be in jeopardy after the troubled former Raider was allegedly involved in an incident at a Canberra nightspot last week.

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Vaughan has eyes for Italy

Jon Tuxworth Canberra youngster Paul Vaughan is about to tick NRL debut off his bucket list. Next up: a World Cup spot.

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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''.