[1] In 1977, he captained the All Blacks to a series win over the British Lions and played three games for the World Invitation XV in South Africa.

In the 2006 New Year Honours, Norton was appointed a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit, for services to rugby.

[2] Of Māori descent, Norton affiliated to Ngāi Tahu through his father.

[3] In 1973 and 1974, Norton was awarded the Tom French Cup for the outstanding Māori rugby union player of the year.

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