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- ↑ Fairbairn, Pete (11 October 2012). "Thomson returns after tough French stint" (Press release). Melbourne Rebels. Archived from the original on 18 November 2012. Retrieved 23 November 2012.
- ↑ Rebels Media Unit (8 October 2012). "Rebels announce squad for 2013 Super Rugby season" (Press release). Melbourne Rebels. Archived from the original on 18 November 2012. Retrieved 23 November 2012.
- ↑ Thomson, Chris (19 February 2014). "A Very Tough Pre-Season". Melbourne Rebels. Archived from the original on 23 February 2014. Retrieved 19 February 2014.
- ↑ "RaboDirect Rebels lock announces retirement" (Press release). Melbourne Rebels. 4 March 2014. Archived from the original on 4 March 2014. Retrieved 4 March 2014.
