Key Raiders forward signs new contract

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Joshua Mayne
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Canberra have locked down an important member of their squad in Zac Hosking.

The forward has inked a two-year extension, taking him through until at least the end of 2028.

Hosking joined the Raiders from the Panthers in 2024, but a shoulder injury saw him miss the bulk of that campaign. 

He has since returned to regular action this season, making 13 first-grade appearances.

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The 28-year-old has averaged 92 run metres in 2025, with a tackle efficiency of 94.4 per cent. 

Canberra currently sit atop the NRL ladder, and Hosking is "excited" to play a part in the team's "bright future".

"Yeah, it is exciting. When the club approached me about it, I was obviously very excited and was keen to go in that direction for my future," he said.

"It’s a very bright future here at the club at the moment, so I’m just excited to be a part of it."

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Raiders coach Ricky Stuart is pleased that Hosking has extended amid a promising period for the club.

"Zac came to the club looking for a chance to be a regular NRL player, and he’s shown us that’s exactly what he is," he said.

"He’s a hardworking and skilful player who can cover a number of positions for us, and we’re really happy to have him as part of the squad for the next three years."