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- ↑ "A brief history of every Western Reds player, 25 years on from the expansion club's last game". www.codesports.com.au. 23 August 2022.
- ↑ Alan Whiticker/Glen Hudson: The Encyclopedia of Rugby League Players. (1995 edition) ISBN 1875169571
- ↑ "Western Suburbs first grade players". www.westsmagpies.com.au.
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