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- ↑ "2016 Pratten Park Magpies Reunion". Pratten Park Magpies.
- ↑ Alan Whiticker/Glen Hudson: The Encyclopedia of Rugby League Players. (1995 edition) ISBN 1875169571
- ↑ "Western Suburbs Magpies First Grade Players". Wests Magpies.
- ↑ "Barry Bryant inducted into Cowra's Sporting Hall Of Fame". Cowra Guardian.