High winds force route change for Auckland pro-Palestine protest
Friday 12 September 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story MetService, New Zealand Government
Organisers of the March for Humanity have changed their route due to safety concerns regarding high winds. Instead of crossing the Auckland Harbour Bridge, the protest will travel through the CBD and conclude at Victoria Park. The group is calling for the government to impose sanctions on Israel.
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