The Locals
People who contribute to make our community a great place
Myles Thomas: Better Public Media Trust
For decades, Grey Lynn local, Myles Thomas has been a consistent and compelling voice in the ongoing conversation about the future of media in Aotearoa. As the founder of the Better Public Media Trust (formerly the Coalition for Better Broadcasting Trust), Myles has tirelessly championed the cause of a robust, independent, and well-funded public broadcasting…
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Grant Hewison – Musician, Lawyer and Climate Activist
Grant Hewison is the Chair of Grey Lynn 2030. Grant is a Grey Lynn based (of course!) lawyer with expertise in local government and resource management law. He also appears in the Waitangi Tribunal and supports communities who are challenging alcohol licences. He holds a Doctor of Philosophy (Law) degree. He is involved with many…
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Rebekah Hay – Hakanoa Ginger Beer
Our suburb has drink named after it. Hakanoa Handmade Drinks was born in Hakanoa Stree in 2009. Here’s a little more the story of Rebekah Hay the founder of Hakanoa Ginger Beer. This story begins with the classic ginger beer that was brewed in homes all over NZ. When Rebekah Hay was a child…
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Alex Bonham – Grey Lynn Local, Waitemata Local Board Member
Alex Bonham: A Voice for Grey Lynn’s Vibrant Community Grey Lynn, with its leafy streets, bustling cafes, and strong sense of community, is our special corner of Auckland. At the heart of advocating for this unique inner-city suburb is Alex Bonham, a dedicated member of the Waitematā Local Board. Alex Bonham’s connection to Grey Lynn…
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Pippa Coom – Transport Community Advocate
Pippa has been integral to Grey Lynn 2030. A founding Grey Lynn 2030 Trustee and former Auckland Councillor, Pippa Coom is a long- time local who continues to be inspired by the group’s positive vision and practical action. Your motivation for getting involved ? In December 2008 I read about a community meeting in the…
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Lynn Green – Waste Champion
Lynn was one of the founders of Grey Lynn 2030 in 2008, Her passion has always been waste and she quickly started Grey Lynn Waste Away. Lynn has been involved in most of our waste initiatives. Lynn had researched into Zero Waste NGOs so we were lucky to have an expert like her. So why…
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Carol Gunn – A very good citizen!
Carol Gunn quietly works very hard for our community. She has given so much to Waitemata and it’s no suprise Carol was awarded the Waitemata Local Board good citizen award in 2024 Carol has a strong connection to our neighbourhood, stretching back from her great grandparents growing up on the fringes of Grey Lynn. When her…
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Tania Mace – The Near West
Unearthing Auckland’s Hidden Stories: A Journey with Historian Tania Mace Have you ever walked down a familiar street in Auckland and wondered about the lives and stories that lie beneath the surface of the modern cityscape? If so, you’re not alone. For over two decades, historian Tania Mace has been meticulously peeling back the layers…
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