The Canberra Raiders have announced the signing of former Bulldogs Hooker Craig Garvey on a one-year deal for the 2018 season.
Garvey made his NRL debut in 2013 for the Dragons before moving to the Bulldogs in 2016. He has played a total of 23 NRL matches and has also represented NSW at under 20s level and the Indigenous All-Stars in 2016.
Garvey’s arrival in Canberra coincides with the club releasing both Adam Clydsdale and Erin Clark.
Raiders NRL Recruitment & High-Performance Manager Peter Mulholland said the signing of Garvey gives the squad some depth in the hooker position after the release of the Clydsdale and Clark.
"Craig is a talented hooker who at 24 years of age is still learning and developing as a player who we believe can be a valuable addition to our squad in 2018,” Mulholland said.
"Adam Clydsdale has decided to retire from rugby league to pursue a career with his family business and we wish him all the best for the future.
"Erin Clark has also been granted a release from the remainder of his contract with the club, so having Craig in our squad gives us some stability in the squad."
Raiders 2026 Player Movements
| 2026 Gains |
| Coby Black (Brisbane Broncos, 2028), Jayden Brailey (Newcastle Knights, 2027), Sione Finau (St George Illawarra Dragons, 2028), Daine Laurie (Penrith Panthers, 2027) |
| 2026 Losses |
| Adam Cook (Leigh Leopards), Jamal Fogarty (Manly Sea Eagles), Albert Hopoate (Warrington Wolves), Danny Levi (Leeds Rhinos), Jordan Martin (Mackay Cutters), Trey Mooney (Newcastle Knights), Pasami Saulo (Newcastle Knights), Manaia Waitere (Melbourne Storm) |
| Re-Signed |
| Mitchell Brophy (2028) |
| Off Contract 2026 |
| Michael Asomua, Jake Clydsdale, Ata Mariota, Josh Papalii, Joe Roddy, Morgan Smithies, Jed Stuart |
