Kiwi can now be heard (and seen, if you’re lucky) near Lake Matheson, thanks to the efforts of volunteer pest controllers organised by Glacier Valley Eco Tours and DoC. You don’t have to live near an iconic lake to see the merits of pest trapping. We are part of a community pest control group […]
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Former Aucklander John Hoani Matheson explains why he finds Egypt a cheap and enjoyable place to retire in.
Splore is about to clock up 25 years as one of Auckland’s summer festivals. The organisers want to balance the fun from music, performance and art with care for the land and the environment. Anna Mathieson is Splore’s sustainability manager, and has been trained in the UK as a sustainable event organiser. Great stuff.
Clan Matheson was represented at the Waipu Highland Games in January, which were enjoyed by thousands after several years of covid-related disruptions. People interested in their Scottish heritage visited the Clan Matheson tent, where Rodger Matheson displayed maps showing clan areas based on DNA analysis. New Zealand branch chair Lena Orum took time to
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Crevice gardens. They’re a thing. If designed well, the correct placement of rocks and sand means that plants otherwise needing a shadehouse or greenhouse can thrive outdoors. It’s an alpine environment in miniature. Christchurch Botanic Gardens now have New Zealand’s only public crevice garden. Staff member Grant Matheson has been involved in selecting all the
