Matheson v Northcote College Board of Governors
# Matheson v Northcote College Board of Governors

Matheson v Northcote College Board of Governors [1975] 2 NZLR 106 is a cited case regarding claims in tort for nuisance.

## Background

Matheson's house was next door to Northcote College, and due to its proximity, students from the college frequently left litter, cigarette butts, etc. on his property, as well as stealing fruit from his fruit trees. Matheson sued the college for nuisance.

