The Near West with its title demanding attentiveness

with its title demanding attentiveness

‘Meticulously researched

With 166 works by 151 artists

and visually engaging’ — Paul Moon

detailed research and striking new testimony from those who were there

The Near West with its title demanding attentivenessA comprehensive history of three fascinating Auckland neighbourhoods Shortlisted for the 2025 Bert Roth Award for Labour History The Auckland neighbourhood of Grey Lynn has near legendary status. Sometimes referred to as The Peoples Republic of Grey Lynn, history is everywhere here despite its recent gentrification. From the eeling ground of mana whenua and its colonial carve up into farmland, to the gradual progression of residential development