11.   Veteran winger Kenny Logan will sit on the bench along with hooker Robert Russell.

12.   Veteran winger Garry Valk said the risk of injury is part of being a pro hockey player.

13.   Veteran winger Roberto Carlos, recovered from muscle pains in his calves, returns to the lineup in place of Junior.

14.   NSW played three quarters of the match without veteran winger David Campese who went off with a knee injury.

15.   Playmaking goalkicker Bob Ross, veteran winger Barry Ebl and giant lock replacement Al Charron were the pick for the tourists.