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- ↑ "Don Milton - Career Stats & Summary - Rugby League Project". Rugbyleagueproject.org.
- ↑ Alan Whiticker/Glen Hudson: Encyclopedia of Rugby League Players. 1995 ( ISBN 1875169571)
- ↑ "Western Suburbs Magpies First Grade Players". Wests Magpies.
- ↑ Sydney Morning Herald: Death Notice. 30/09/1974