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- ↑ FRIEND, Clayton Ivan 1982–91 – Kiwi #563 Archived 2011-07-24 at the Wayback Machine nzleague.co.nz
- ↑ Coffey and Wood The Kiwis: 100 Years of International Rugby League ISBN 1-86971-090-8
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