What a family story! Our website tells how Mathieson Avenue in Khandallah in Wellington got its name. The subdivision was developed by a decorated New Zealand navy veteran of WW2 called Jim Macdonald, who had married Evelyn Mathieson in the UK before returning to New Zealand. Jim Macdonald’s godson, Christopher John Weeden, writes from France […]
Sara Matheson of Oakura Organics in Taranaki is swearing by a new potting mix to improve her production of vege seedlings. Her garden will be open during the Sustainable Backyards Trail from 27 October to 5 November.
Do you have an imaginative project that will help promote interest in Matheson heritage, family history or clan connections? Clan Matheson New Zealand has a small grant scheme that might be able to help. Check out details on our website. Applications close 15 October.
People interested in their Scottish heritage – including some Mathesons – are getting together in Auckland on 14 October for the Scottish Clans Association’s annual dinner. Check out the details here.
