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Pole-sitter at Leeston Park, 1970
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DescriptionThis is one of a series of photographs of this 21ft high shelter taken by Ellesmere photographer Bruce West in February 1970 when 24 year old Mr A. Jones, Leeston salesman and part-time barman, spent 166 hours to raise funds for the park. He received 2000 visitors, and kept himself occupied with a television, radio and a set of books. He aimed to raise $1000, and after three days and four nights he had raised $720. By the end of 166 hours he had raised a total of $1300. He descended in time for an open-air dance to celebrate his achievement.
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Pole-sitter at Leeston Park, 1970 (1970). Selwyn Stories, accessed 20/06/2026, https://selwynstories.selwynlibraries.co.nz/nodes/view/3834