The Canberra Raiders' passionate fans have truly delivered in the "Paint the Town Green" competition, showing off their unrelenting support for the Green Machine as we kick off the 2025 season.
From heartfelt tributes to family, to homes and businesses completely transformed, Raiders supporters have gone above and beyond to demonstrate their love for the team. We’re thrilled to announce the incredible winners of this year’s competition, and their inspiring entries are a testament to the strength and pride of the Raiders community.
1st Prize: Game Day Experience
Winner: Jill Troth. At 83 years old, Jill’s commitment to the Raiders is unmatched. A lifetime fan, Jill made her mark on the competition with a touching story from 2019. After being discharged from Westmead Hospital, she wasted no time getting to the NRL Grand Final to cheer on her beloved Raiders. Jill's unwavering support has earned her a VIP Game Day Experience at a 2025 Raiders home game.
2nd Prize: 2025 Raiders Membership
Winner: Daniel Clarke. Daniel’s tribute to his late son Braydon, who was an unrelenting Raiders fan, left a lasting impression on all of us. Braydon’s Corner, a collection of memorabilia, reflects his son's unwavering passion for the Green Machine. Daniel’s dedication shines through, and we’re excited to announce that he’s won a 2025 Membership.
3rd Prize: $200 Raiders Shop Voucher
Winner: Jonathan Cardona. From the Rock of Gibraltar, Jonathan has gone to great lengths to showcase his fandom, rallying his local community of Raiders supporters. His photo of the entire Raiders fanbase in Gibraltar proudly donning their green gear is proof that Raider Nation extends across the globe!
4th Prize: $150 Raiders Shop Voucher
Winner: Glenn Sloane. Glenn took his Raiders pride to the next level by creating a custom-painted outdoor pool room dedicated entirely to the Raiders. With murals, gear, and an unmistakable love for the team, Glenn is ready for an exciting 2025 season!
5th Prize: $100 Raiders Shop Voucher
Winner: Ellie McCarthy. Ellie, a second-generation Raiders supporter, lives in Halifax, England, but her passion is as strong as any local fan. After traveling to Australia in 2023 to watch the Raiders in Brisbane and Canberra, she didn’t stop there. Ellie also attended the Raiders' Las Vegas game in 2025, proudly representing the Green Machine from the other side of the world.
All top five winners have been contacted, so be sure to check your inboxes! There will also be some consolation packages sent out to a few great entries as well.
It has been wonderful to witness the lengths our fans go to show their support for the Green Machine. With the 2025 season now underway, starting with an incredible win in Las Vegas, we can’t wait to see the sea of green that will fill GIO Stadium. Thank you to everyone who participated, and congratulations again to our winners!
Although the competition has ended, you can still check out all the entries and submit your photos to show why you love the Green Machine. We still want to see how you're painting the town green! Click here.
If you haven’t already, there’s still time to Join the Raid. Secure your 2025 Raiders membership today. Click here.