Mary Stevenson

Topics: farming, historical living, health, community and events, schooling, Wānaka A&P Show

Mary Stevenson (nee Morris) grew up at Morris Mains farm - where Morris Road is now. In this interview, Mary describes her Wānaka upbringing, covering topics like farming, health, children’s activities, food, schooling, the Wānaka A&P Show and her marriage celebrated in Hāwea.

She returned to Wānaka permanently in 2017 and discusses her “retirement “ life and reflects on changes experienced in her life time.

Interviewed by Sara Crawford

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