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Wellington Tetraplegic Conquers His Everest

Andrew Leslie used the 35 climbs to drive rehabilitation and push for more accessible outdoor tracks.

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Andrew Leslie sets himself yearly goals to motivate him through rehab. Photo: RNZ A Wellington man who severely injured his spine and is tetraplegic has climbed the equivalent of Mount Everest in a year.

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Wellington tetraplegic conquers his Everest

Andrew Leslie sets himself yearly goals to motivate him through rehab. Photo: RNZ A Wellington man who severely injured his spine and is tetraplegic has climbed the equivalent of Mount Everest in a year.

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Wellington tetraplegic man climbs equivalent of Mt Everest in a year

Andrew Leslie walked to the top 35 times in the past 12 months to raise awareness about accessibility in the outdoors.

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RNZ broke the news in New Zealand on Monday, May 11, 2026.
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