This isn't the first time Ricky Stuart has been left angry, frustrated and disappointed. This isn't the first time the Canberra Raiders' season has ended in dismay.
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But was the Green Machine coach right in saying "we get treated differently" in the NRL because the Raiders are from Canberra?
The Raiders were left reeling after two woeful refereeing decisions all but ended their finals hopes last week. It prompted an angry reaction from the Raiders, who feel they were dudded.
The Raiders aren't the only team feeling the frustrating at referees this year, but deep down they feel the colour of their lime green jerseys has played a significant role in their downfall.
It probably stems from the time when on two occasions, officials at NRL headquarters told the Raiders it would be easier if they "withered on the vine".
Join Caden Helmers and Eamonn Tiernan for the breakdown of the Raiders' clash against the Sharks and the howlers by the referees.
The Nosebleed Section also examines the Brumbies turn over of players and building on a fast finish to the season, Canberra United changes for the W-League season with Michelle Heyman leaving and the latest on the A-League bid.
We also chat about the Racing NSW decision to increase price money and exclude Canberra trainers from a $1.3 million race for country trainers later this year.
