Also known as: Auckland Ferry Terminal Also known as: Downtown Ferry Terminal Built: 1909-1912 Cost: £67,944 Designed by: Alex Wiseman Renovated: 1986-1988 Type: Transportation Facility Maximum Height: 131 feet / 40 meters Location: 99 Quay Street, Auckland, New Zealand
T his structure serves as the centerpiece of harbor activity in Auckland. Built in 1912, it still serves as an active ferry terminal thanks, in part, to a major renovation project in the 1980’s. The structure stands on reclaimed ground on a granite base. The building, itself, is sandstone and brick. In a curious turn of events, there was no official opening ceremony for the ferry building when it was completed in the early 20th century. To make up for the oversight, a formal ceremony was held after its renovation in 1988.
1912 - Construction is completed.
1986 - Renovation begins.
1988 - Renovation completed.
5 November, 1988 - Ferry building officially reopens.
