{"id":904,"date":"2026-03-16T12:24:36","date_gmt":"2026-03-16T12:24:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/topupsport.co.uk\/?p=904"},"modified":"2026-03-16T12:24:36","modified_gmt":"2026-03-16T12:24:36","slug":"breaking-news-excitement-hit-canberra-stadium-as-canberera-raithers-board-through-the-chairman-dennis-richardson-and-ceo-don-furner-jr-sent-a-message-to-canberera-raithers-head-coach-ricky-stuart-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/topupsport.co.uk\/index.php\/2026\/03\/16\/breaking-news-excitement-hit-canberra-stadium-as-canberera-raithers-board-through-the-chairman-dennis-richardson-and-ceo-don-furner-jr-sent-a-message-to-canberera-raithers-head-coach-ricky-stuart-2\/","title":{"rendered":"BREAKING NEWS: Excitement hit Canberra Stadium, as Canberera Raithers Board, through the Chairman Dennis Richardson, and CEO Don Furner Jr sent a message to Canberera Raithers Head Coach Ricky Stuart fans, and the broader community. Coach Ricky Stuart then made a major announcement of naming Legend Mal Meninga the new\u2026\u2026.See more"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-906\" src=\"https:\/\/topupsport.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1773663178610-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/topupsport.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1773663178610-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/topupsport.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1773663178610-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/topupsport.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/1773663178610.jpg 720w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/>Excitement and anticipation swept through Canberra Stadium earlier today as the board of the Canberra Raiders released an important message to fans and the wider rugby league community.<\/p>\n<p>The message, delivered by club chairman Dennis Richardson alongside CEO Don Furner Jr., praised the loyalty of Raiders supporters and hinted that a historic decision was about to be revealed.<\/p>\n<p>Shortly after the statement, Raiders head coach Ricky Stuart addressed fans and confirmed the major development that had many supporters buzzing with excitement.<\/p>\n<p>According to Stuart, rugby league legend Mal Meninga has been officially named the new club ambassador and senior advisor for the Raiders organization.<\/p>\n<p>The appointment is seen as a powerful move to reconnect the club with one of the greatest figures in its history. Meninga, who captained the Raiders during their golden era and led them to multiple championships in the National Rugby League era, remains one of the most respected figures in Australian rugby league.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking after the announcement, Stuart said the decision was about honoring the club\u2019s legacy while strengthening its future.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMal represents everything the Raiders stand for \u2014 leadership, pride, and excellence. Having him back involved with the club is incredibly special for everyone,\u201d Stuart said.<\/p>\n<p>Fans gathered around the stadium and across social media quickly reacted with excitement, welcoming the return of the Raiders icon. 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