
William Paterson
William Paterson was a Scottish immigrant who established Ayrburn Farm in the Wakatipu Basin in 1862, becoming one of the area’s founding families and contributing to its rich history.
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William 'Buff' Paterson was convicted of the murder of Gerbil despite a long list of suspects.
The final hit: Is Glasgow’s 25-year gruesome gangland feud finally over? | Organised crimeThe Guardian·
United Kingdom· 2026-08-01
William Paterson is noted as the namesake of the city of Paterson, New Jersey.
Booker claims Gabbard endangering New Jersey Muslims with 'dishonest' rhetoricFox News·
United States· 2025-12-26
William 'Buff' Paterson was convicted of murder in connection with the gangland violence.
How a Scottish gangland feud went globalBBC·
United Kingdom· 2025-09-28
Ayrburn was established by Scottish immigrant William Paterson, from West Kilbride, Ayrshire who brought the seed of a Wellingtonia.
High-end Chinese restaurant Billy’s to open in restored Ayrburn farmhouse near ArrowtownThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·
New Zealand· 2025-06-28


























