Utility Blake Austin has been released by the Wests Tigers to take up a three-year deal with the Canberra Raiders starting in 2015.

In a handy acquisition for the club, Canberra CEO Don Furner was thrilled to have Austin jump ship to the Nation's Capital.

“Blake’s an exciting young player who will be a fantastic addition to our squad,” Furner said.

You can read more on Austin's signing here.