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Peter Rawlinson: legendary coach, Nosworthy’s favourite strong man

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When future Balmain premiership-winning coach Leo Nosworthy took over at Dubbo Macquarie in 1958, he turned a strong team into the most powerful unit in Country Rugby League.

One of the pillars of Nosworthy’s team was a tough-as-teak second-rower named Peter Rawlinson. The giant forward was the perfect foil for Country prop Athol Currey and the late Barry Perry.

“Rawlo’s” no-nonsense def...


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