Downtown Ferry Building Evacuated Due to Fire During NZPFU Strike

Auckland's Downtown Ferry Building Evacuated Due to Fire During NZPFU Strike

Auckland's iconic Downtown ferry building was evacuated on Friday, February 13, 2026, as smoke wafted from an upper floor during a strike by the New Zealand Public and General Employees' Union (NZPFU). The incident occurred in the midst of the ongoing industrial action, which has been taking place across the country since early 2026.