Completed in 1904 but shops occupied from 1903. This image shows building more or less completed. Blank signboards on front. On first floor windows from left: South Auckland Sawmillers Association; F E Smith - Architect; C.L. McDiarmid - Barrister & Solicitor. On ground floor and beneath canopy: Harry T Gillies - Barrister & Solicitor; Sam'l Vaile - Land Agent; Fort & Fletcher - drapers & tailors.
Signs on fence far right: Arthur Nathans Relaible Teas are sure to please. Below is: Arthur Allison & Co - Celebrated English Pianos.