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- ↑ Cowan, Areariki Arthur (Ricky) 1984 - 85 - Kiwi #580 nzleague.co.nz
- 1 2 Riki Cowan Saints Heritage Society
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- ↑ John Coffey, Bernie Wood (2008). 100 years: Māori rugby league, 1908-2008. Huia Publishers. pp. 205–246. ISBN 9781869693312.