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- ↑ Whiticker, Alan & Hudson, Glen (2006) The Encyclopedia of Rugby League Players, Gavin Allen Publishing, Sydney.
- ↑ Top Ten Rugby League Families Archived 20 February 2011 at the Wayback Machine , Centenary of Rugby League.
