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Kōrero: Astronomy – overview

Albert Jones, amateur astronomer

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Albert Jones, amateur astronomer

Supernova and comet discoverer Albert Jones is shown here alongside the telescope he built in 1948 and with which he made all his observations. He has been awarded an OBE and honorary doctorate of science in recognition of his contribution to astronomical programmes.

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Maggy Wassilieff, Astronomy – overview – An enthusiast’s pursuit, Te Ara – the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, https://teara.govt.nz/mi/photograph/7998/albert-jones-amateur-astronomer (accessed 4 June 2026).

He kōrero nā Maggy Wassilieff, i tāngia i te 2 March 2009.