Chris Dutton
Chris Dutton has worked at The Canberra Times since 2007, starting as a junior reporter before covering the Canberra Raiders and ACT Brumbies. He now writes extensively on Super Rugby and is part of the Fairfax team covering the London Olympic Games - with, of course, a focus on Canberra athletes.
Union
Kirwan left with the Blues
Chris Dutton Auckland Blues coach Sir John Kirwan has launched a scathing attack on his players and their lack of passion.
Union
What we learned: Blues v Brumbies
Chris Dutton Ten months of nightmares ended when the Brumbies got revenge against their 2012 destroyers at Eden Park.
Union
Brumbies brush off the Blues
Chris Dutton The ACT Brumbies are perfectly positioned to charge towards a drought-breaking finals appearance.
Rugby
Alexander to miss Blues match
Chris Dutton ACT Brumbies prop Ben Alexander will miss his first Super Rugby game in four years when he sits out the clash with the Auckland Blues at Canberra Stadium this afternoon.
Brumbies face horror night after Blues loss
Chris Dutton THE ACT Brumbies' worst nightmare became a horrible reality as they endured a sleepless night praying for results to go their way to keep their Super Rugby finals dream alive.
Rugby
Auelua back and ready to monster Blues
Chris Dutton Fotu Auelua has promised to add a destructive presence to the ACT Brumbies' pack and ensure the side does not fall victim to an Auckland Blues ambush tomorrow afternoon.
Union
Brumbies go all-out for top-two finish
Chris Dutton The ACT Brumbies are targeting a top-two finish to give them the best chance of claiming a third Super Rugby title.
Rugby Union
Brumbies, Waratahs left to count the cost of injuries after brutal encounter
Chris Dutton INJURIES and a form slide have put the ACT Brumbies' play-off dream on the brink as they count the costs of a brutal Australian derby at ANZ Stadium on Saturday night.
Rugby Union
Waratahs v Brumbies - what we learned
Chris Dutton Five things we learned from the Waratahs' 28-22 win over the Brumbies.
Union
Injury ends Smith's shot at history
Chris Dutton The ACT Brumbies are hopeful George Smith will play at least one more game this year.
Union
We need to regain the spark: Mowen
Chris Dutton ACT Brumbies captain Ben Mowen says his team needs to regain its early-season form to make the finals.
Rugby
Trio of big signings a boost for Brumbies
Chris Dutton It started as the fairytale comeback but Clyde Rathbone is poised to prove he's not a one-season wonder.
Rugby union
Faingaa's time to shine in Brumbies' No7 jersey
Chris Dutton Rising flanker Colby Faingaa will be given one of the most daunting tasks in international rugby when he’s thrust into the ACT Brumbies starting line-up on Saturday to replace two of the world’s best...
Rugby
Fagan on shortlist to join Bulldogs
Chris Dutton The Canterbury Bulldogs will interview Andrew Fagan and have him on a short list to be their new leader.
Union
Faingaa ready to impress from start
Chris Dutton Colby Faingaa is using his frustrating two-year "roller-coaster" as the motivation to resurrect his Super Rugby career.
Revenge off menu but Brumbies desperate to halt mini-slump
Chris Dutton ACT coach Jake White says ''we will never forget'' the heartbreak the Auckland Blues inflicted on his side last year.
Union
Brumbies must move forward: White
Chris Dutton ACT Brumbies coach Jake White says ''we will never forget'' the heartbreak the Blues inflicted on his side last year.
Union
Mowen confident of reversing form slump
Chris Dutton Ben Mowen is adamant his side can block out the Wallabies and revenge distractions against the Blues
Union
Mowen set to focus on Lions series
Chris Dutton Brumbies skipper declares he will put the Wallabies before a push for a Super Rugby finals spot.
