Green’s Dictionary of Slang

(Aus. campus) one who prefers a tall partner.

1947

Argus (Melbourne) 15 Nov. 7/1: Last week [...] I ventured forth in search of the slang of contemporary students. As you might expect, there is a strong American influence, shown in such slick and well turned phrases as ‘jersey-high-ball’ (a glass of milk), ‘Flea male’ (a girl who jumps from one male to another), and ‘Steeplechaser’ (one who goes for tall people) .