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- ↑ "Comets fans set to see red for Dawes". www.dailytelegraph.com.au.
- ↑ "Nostalgic Neason still packing a punch". www.dailyadvertiser.com.au. June 2011.
- ↑ 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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