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Counties Manukau
In Counties Manukau, it's easy to balance work and play with many options for weekend adventures, shopping, parks and beaches just a stone's throw away. As a melting pot of cultures, you'll have the opportunity to meet folks from all walks of life.
Photo location: Auckland Harbour - Credit: Auckland Whale and Dolphin Safari
The Auckland region is located in the North Island of New Zealand and benefits from its distinctive geographical position, whereby residents are able to experience the advantages of living in a large city, while being in close proximity to nature. The region includes the 3 districts: Auckland central, Waitematā and Counties Manukau.
Auckland is a vibrant, bustling and incredibly diverse city, renowned as the largest Polynesian city globally, with more than 180 different ethnic groups. Auckland has regularly been rated as one of the most desirable places to reside globally and has been recognised by Condé Nast as the premier destination to visit in 2023.
Counties Manukau Health Services
Auckland Regional Plastic and Hand Reconstructive Centre
The Auckland Regional Plastic and Hand Reconstructive Centre is based at both Middlemore Hospital and Manukau Health Park. They provide both secondary and tertiary level care for the Northern Region for both adult and paediatric patients and servicing a population of 1.7 million.
Their subspecialty skill and expertise extend to: Cleft lip and palate care, Microtia, burns, head and neck surgery, micro breast reconstructions, Lymphoedema care, Melanoma, complex reconstructions for breast, chest, lower limb trauma and sarcoma reconstructions, Brachial Plexus and complex Tetraplegic Nerve and tendon transplant, congenital and complex hand surgeries with a team of specialised hand surgeons from both orthopaedic and plastic vocational training to provide the best care for patients.
They also have a purpose-built local plastic surgery suite unit named after the renowned Sir William Manchester.
Auckland spinal rehabilitation unit (ASRU)
Auckland regional burn service / National burn service
Botany Downs Super Clinic
Critical Care Complex - ICU and HDU
The Critical Care Complex (CCC) comprises of two closed Units, the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) and the High Dependency Unit (HDU).
They provide specialised medical and nursing care to patients, both adult and paediatric, who are critically ill.
Both units are staffed by a team of highly experienced and professional doctors and nurses, who are supported by other allied healthcare professionals.
Critical Care Complex is a training unit for doctors training in intensive care medicine, anaesthesia, emergency medicine as well as other specialties.
In-centre haemodialysis unit
- Scott dialysis unit at Middlemore Hospital
- Rito dialysis unit at Manukau SuperClinic
- Toto Ora dialysis unit at Mangere Centre
- In-centre nocturnal haemodialysis at scott dialysis unit.
Kidz First Children's Hospital
Laboratory services
Our modern laboratory services provide a comprehensive range of tests and services both at Middlemore Hospital and Manukau Health Park.
Neonatal intensive care unit (NICU)
Kidz First neonatal care provides intensive care (Level III) and special care (Level II) services and is an integral part of the continuum of services delivered by the Kidz First and women’s health divisions.
Manukau Super Clinic and Surgery Centre
Manukau Super Clinic and Manukau Surgery Centre sit within the new Manukau Health Park site which is undergoing a large expansion bringing more services and facilities into the site. The expansion project includes a new ambulatory renal care centre, new breast care and screening services, a standalone theatre block with four new theatres.
For more information about the Super Clinic and Surgery Centre:
- visit: Manukau Super Clinic
- visit: Manukau Surgery Centre
Pukekohe Hopsital birthing unit
This birthing unit is based at Pukekohe Hospital has two birthing rooms.
For more information about Pukekohe Hospital and the birthing unit:
- visit: Pukekohe Hospital
Primary birthing units
Botany Downs birthing unit
The Botany Downs birthing unit is a purpose-built facility located near the Botany Town Centre, that provides a quiet, pleasant environment.
The unit currently has five birthing rooms- two with labour pools, and postnatal accommodation. Approximately 400 women birth in this unit per year while 1500 women transfer from a base hospital for their postnatal stay.
- visit: Botany Downs birthing unit
Pukekohe birthing unit
- visit: Pukekohe birthing unit
Renal services
The Department of Renal Medicine at Middlemore Hospital offers comprehensive care for all aspects of renal disease including general nephrology, all dialysis modalities, in-patient care, out-patient treatment, and pre-transplant work up and post-transplant follow up.
Tiaho Mai — Mental health services
Tiaho Mai is a residential unit, supporting people with mental health problems during a crisis. They provide a 24-hour mental health treatment services for people with serious or complicated mental health concerns.
Tiaho Mai means ‘the light that comes from the moon and the stars - shine here’ in Te Reo Māori.
Nga Whetu Marama (translates to “the Bright Stars”) is a marae/whare situated alongside Tiaho Mai. It was named by the local Kaumatua and Kuia of Tainui.
As well as our Tiaho Mai, Acute Inpatient Mental Health Unit, we also deliver a range of community mental health and addictions services including Te Rawhiti, Matariki, Springs Road, Tamaki Oranga, Lambie Drive, Pukekohe Hospital, Awhinatia and the Koropiko Mental Health Services for Older People.
For more information about our mental health services:
- visit: Mental health services
Location: Kariotahi Beach - Credit: AucklandNZ.com
Location: Awhitu Peninsula - Credit: AucklandNZ.com
Location: Hunua Falls - Credit: AucklandNZ
Location: Manukau - Credit: AucklandNZ
Location: Clevedon - Credit: Miles Holden
Relocating to Counties Manukau
Haere mai. Join us in Counties Manukau and experience a fulfilling career while enjoying the vibrant culture, close proximity to nature, and welcoming and richly diverse communities.
Getting out and about
Nearby beautiful beaches and shopping experiences, Counties Manukau has everything you need for work, play and family life.
Getting out and about
Auckland is known as the ‘Pacific capital of the world’ and the Counties Manukau reflects this, showcasing a strong and vibrant Pacific identity alongside a diverse mix of cultures.
With beautiful beaches and shopping experiences nearby, Counties Manukau has everything you need for work, play and family life.
Around 15 minutes’ drive from Middlemore Hospital, you will find the Mangere Bridge Village sitting on the Manukau Harbour with Mangere Mountain and Ambury Park and farm as well as shops and cafes to enjoy. It is a lovely area if you want to live close to work at Middlemore Hospital.
The Auckland Airport is a 15–20-minute drive from Middlemore Hospital and nearby you can also find the Manawa Bay outlet shopping mall.
Manukau also boasts the Westfield Shopping Mall, Wero Whitewater Park, Rainbows End theme park and a variety of markets including night markets in different locations and the popular Otara and Clevedon markets.
Take a drive to our beautiful Pohutukawa Coast and spend your summer days at the stunning Maraetai or Omana beaches or go slightly further afield to beaches like Awhitu Peninsula known for its pristine beaches and breath-taking coastal views.
Auckland Botanical Gardens in Manurewa is beautiful place to stop for a coffee and a walk.
There are plenty of ways to get around Counties Manukau with trains, buses, taxis and ride-sharing.
Other ways to travel
- Purchase an Auckland Transport (AT) HOP card to travel on buses in and around Auckland.
- Auckland Transport runs the public bus services in Manukau district, but also Auckland-wide.
- Middlemore Hospital has a train station directly outside the hospital. View the train line routes here.
- Taxis and ridesharing services Uber, Zoomy, Ola and Didi are available city-wide as well as many rental vehicle options.
Housing options
Find a place that feels just right for you. Counties Manukau has a range of accommodation options, from apartments to homes in the suburbs.
Housing options
When you arrive
Short term accommodation
You may wish to arrange temporary accommodation yourself until you can find a longer-term rental, you may do so below:
Rentals
Renting is a great way to explore and get to know the area. Searching online is a good place to start! Check out local rental agencies to find a place. Note that most rentals in Aotearoa are unfurnished however furniture and whiteware can be rented in some parts of the country.
Rental agencies
Buying or building a house
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Photo location, from left: Cornwall Park; Auckland Botanical Gardens - Credit: Ian Kuik; Auckland - Credit: Ocean Mead
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