AUCKLAND, Sunday: One of NZ’s most fluent and influential writers & thinkers – Auckland journalist/author Gordon McLauchlan – has died, aged 89.
McLauchlan wrote more than 20 books, including the acclaimed A Short History of New Zealand, A Short History of New Zealand Wars, The Life and Times of Auckland, and Passionless People.
“Gordon was NZ’s greatest storyteller,” said writer/art historian Hamish Keith. “He has been a narrator of our life, its strengths, its weaknesses and its quirkiness.”
“You had to appreciate the level of thought and balance he gave to his views.””
Broadcaster Brian Edwards said: “Gordon was one of the most thoughtful, moral and wise people I have ever known. His knowledge of NZ culture, history, and literature were unparalleled.”
Broadcasting Minister Kris Faafoi said: “Gordon McLauchlan held a statesman-like status in New Zealand’s media.
“Gordon took no prisoners. You might not have agreed with his point of view, but you had to appreciate the level of thought and the balance he gave to his views.”
The Queen honoured McLauchlan last year with an ONZM.
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