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References
- Tony Franklin's playing statistics from AFL Tables
- Tony Franklin's coaching record at AFL Tables
- Holmesby, Russell and Main, Jim (2007). The Encyclopedia of AFL Footballers. 7th ed. Melbourne: Bas Publishing.
- 1 2 3 Main, Jim. "Swan Songs – with Tony Franklin". sydneyswans.com.au. Retrieved 1 November 2012.
- ↑ Sydney Morning Herald , ‘Quade’s illness leaves Swans in a quandary’, 2 July 1984, p. 30
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