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- ↑ Alan Whiticker/Glen Hudson: The Encyclopedia of Rugby League Players. (1995 edition) ISBN 1875169571
- ↑ "South Sydney Rabbitohs Rugby League Player Report - Harleigh Hanrahan". www.ssralmanac.com.
- ↑ "Club Player Honour Roll". www.roosters.com.au.