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References
- ↑ Ferguson, Shawn Dollin and Andrew. "Bob Sullivan - Career Stats & Summary - Rugby League Project". www.rugbyleagueproject.org.
- ↑ North Sydney Bears (7 February 2018). "Happy 110th Birthday North Sydney". North Sydney Bears. Retrieved 17 December 2018.
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