Off-Field News

Vale John Woods – 25/12/1948 – 27/11/2025

John Woods, one of Royals most talented players, sadly passed away on 27 November in the Canberra Hospital after a brief illness surrounded by his loving wife, Debbie, and children Carrie, Jason, Christie and Sasha. John was born in Kerang Victoria in 1948, the second youngest of seven children of Winifred and Harry Woods. The family moved to Canberra in 1956 where Harry secured a job with the Commonwealth Department of Works. Harry was a foundation member of the Eastlake Football Club where John played with the Eastlake Juniors. He commenced school at St Benedict’s Primary in Narrabundah, however his...

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Pathway Success: Kye Oates Signs On for 2026

We’re thrilled to announce that outside back Kye Oates has signed on with the Brumbies for the 2026 season, securing his first Super Rugby contract with the club. Oates has risen through the Brumbies Indigenous Pathway system, showcasing his speed, talent, and commitment as he developed through each stage of the program. His elevation to a full contract is a testament to his hard work and the strength of the pathways that continue to shape the next generation of Brumbies players. Locking in Oates is not only a huge milestone in his own journey but also a win for the...

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Royals Rugby AGM, 7 December, Hellenic Club

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Grand Final Saturday, come along and cheer on the boys.

We have 2 teams playing tomorrow 4th grade kicks off ay 9:30am Viking Park no. 2 and then 2nd grade kicking off at 11 :55am on Viking Park no. 1. Join all the other Royals supporters in your Blue kit on the southern end of the ground below the scoreboard in the roped off area, we will have a bar operating for our supporters and food will be available at the canteen being run by our Royals Juniors. From 6:00pm there will be an after-match function to celebrate the year at Murrumbidgee Golf club, all Welcome. Hope to see you...

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Royals secure three ACT and SNSW Community Rugby Awards.

Anderson Trophy for Sportsmanship - Ainsley Scrivener Ainsley Scrivener is the embodiment of sportsmanship, both on and off the field. Known across the ACT & SNSW rugby community as a hard and fearless player, she balances this with kindness, respect, and generosity of spirit that sets her apart. Ainsley leads by example as a member of the Canberra Royals’ senior leadership group and as team captain. She consistently receives praise and positive feedback from referees, opposition teams, and fellow players, who recognise her fairness, composure, and integrity in every match. Her reputation extends beyond her own club, with her approach...

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Home Game this weekend

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ODDFELLOWS LUNCH

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Blue & White ball ticket sales close tonight, last chance, please don’t miss out.

Ticket sales close tonight, last chance to get your tickets today.I would like to extend a invitation for you to join us at our Blue and White Ball.It promises to be a fantastic evening of celebration, connection, and entertainment—and we’d truly love to see you there.📍 Venue: The Hellenic Club, Woden📅 Date: Saturday, 14 June🕡 Time: From 6:30 PMDress: Suit & Tie for the men and Cocktail for the ladiesTicket Cost: $110.003 course Dinner and 4 hour Drinks package included in ticket price.

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Foundation 2025 Membership

 Be part of Royals History and our Future.Royals Rugby is on the verge of something truly special - the completion of our new clubhouse; a state-of-the-art facility and permanent home for our players, supporters, and the rugby community for generations to come.While we are incredibly grateful to the ACT Government for funding the construction of the new premises, Royals is partially responsible for the fit out of the pavilion, including the bar, refrigeration, furniture, and audio- visual setup. The estimated cost of this is $120,000 and we are asking for your support to make it a reality.As a Foundation 2025...

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Vale Graham Reed (‘Reedy’)

The Canberra Royals Rugby community were deeply saddened to learn of the passing last Tuesday evening of one of our finest ever players and a premiership winning 1st grade coach, Graham Reed (‘‘Reedy’’). ‘Reedy’ had been battling cancer for a couple of years and finally lost his battle due to complications associated with the cancer.  The Reed family, parents Ted and Marie, brother Peter and sister Janine moved to Canberra from Nowra in January 1973. Ted was in the Navy and both he and Marie were great supporters of Royals and his brother, Peter was a regular player before himself...

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