You Are Not Alone - MATES Cafe Auckland NZ

​​MATES Cafe is a network of everyday people of all cultures and ethnicity (including teens, elders and lgbt+) who are trained to meet with a person in crisis or isolation at a local cafe, and provide emotional support and encouragement.​
​MATES Cafe will empower your life so you can in turn empower the lives of others in need.

MATES are here:

To help people of all ages, gender, culture, ethnicity and personal beliefs through the challenges and tough times of life including relationship breakdown, depression, anxiety, loss and grief, bullying, loneliness and isolation. MATES are trained to be there for someone in need and helping them through a point of crisis in their life. It's not about therapy, fixing or giving advice, just simply listening and helping them to find new direction in their life.

Auckland NZ - MATES Cafe Network

A Call-Out to ALL!
Can You Spare ONE Hour of Your Life to Save a Life?

MATES Cafe is purely about saving lives. Do you realise one person completes suicide every 13 hours in New Zealand because they are unable to stand the emotional trauma they are undergoing, often caused by relationship breakdown.

Every 4 minutes 1 New Zealander has suicidal thoughts and needs a MATE to turn to.

MATES need your help to drastically lower the suicide rate... are you with us?
Saving someones life can be to either:
  1. Help them navigate in a new direction, and potentially prevent them from killing themselves...
  2. Help them to find support and hope to move forward in rebuilding their new life...
  3. Help spare the pain and anguish of all those around them that will be affected for the rest of their lives, if they go through with it... spouses, ex-spouses, children, friends, friends of friends, workmates, colleagues, school friends many more...​
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Auckland Region

MATES North Island Centres (Click Here)  /  MATES South Island Centres (Click Here)

Support Services in Auckland


LifeLine New Zealand Last updated 06/06/2013 LifeLine is here to listen to the unheard, to empower the caller to retake control of their situation, making callers aware of options rather than offering advice.

This provider offers a national helpline service.  
  • Availability: 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.

Depression Helpline -  0800 111 757  Last updated 23/02/2012 The Depression Helpline and website are part of a national public health campaign called the National Depression Initiative. The website includes a self-test, resources, an interactive journal and links to other help services. The helpline is av...

This provider offers a national helpline service.  
  • Availability: Helpline is available 8am to midnight daily. Website is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.

Lifeline Aotearoa Suicide Prevention Education Last updated 07/06/2013 Lifeline Aotearoa provides training in suicide intervention techniques using the ASIST and SafeTALK programmes. Our aim is to better equip communities and organisations with early identification and assistance of persons at risk of suicide.

  • 95 Great South Road
  • Remuera
  • Auckland
  • Availability: Available by appointment.
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.

SPINZ - Suicide Prevention Information New Zealand Last updated 15/02/2013 SPINZ is a suicide prevention information service to assist communities and services to prevent suicide by providing them with best practice information. SPINZ is an initiative under the NZ Suicide Prevention Strategy 2006-2016.

  • Mental Health Foundation
  • 81 New North Road
  • Eden Terrace
  • Auckland
  • Availability: Monday - Friday 9:00am - 4.30pm.
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.

Solace Support Group Last updated 15/10/2012 Peer support for those who have lost a loved one to suicide.

  • Community of St Luke
  • 130 Remuera Road
  • Remuera
  • Auckland
  • Availability: Available 7 days a week, no phone calls after 10:00pm please.
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.

Child Connection Last updated 14/12/2012 Touch and Massage programmes supporting the process of secure attachment for parents and professionals working with children to prevent violence, depression, suicide and to build healthy families and society.

  • 125 Bruce Road
  • North Shore
  • North Shore City
  • 0629
  • Availability: N/A
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.

South Auckland Family Refuge Inc. Last updated 25/06/2013 Women's Refuges work to raise public awareness of violence against women and children, promoting the prevention and elimination of violence, and the rights of women and children to care and protection. For support, please ring our Crisis Line: 080...

Approved Family Violence Provider  
  • Availability: Monday- Friday 9.30-4.30p.m.
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.

Auckland Women's Refuge Last updated 25/06/2013 Women's Refuges work to raise public awareness of violence against women and children, promoting the prevention and elimination of violence, and the rights of women and children to care and protection. For support, please ring our Crisis Line: 080...

Approved Family Violence Provider  
  • Availability: 24 hour crisis line service  (09) 378 7635  or  (0800) 733 843  (REFUGE)
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.

Eastern Refuge Society Inc Last updated 19/06/2013 Women's Refuges work to raise public awareness of violence against women and children, promoting the prevention and elimination of violence, and the rights of women and children to care and protection. For support, please ring our Crisis Line: 080...

Approved Family Violence Provider  
  • Availability: 24 Hour crisis line  0800 733 843  REFUGE
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.

Pacific Island Women's Refuge Last updated 25/06/2013 Women's Refuges work to raise public awareness of violence against women and children, promoting the prevention and elimination of violence, and the rights of women and children to care and protection. For support, please ring our Crisis Line: 080...

Approved Family Violence Provider  
  • Availability: Available 24 hours, 7 days a week.
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.

Youthline - Auckland Last updated 14/01/2013 Youthline offers access to a wide range of youth development and support services. Youthline is at the forefront in developing and providing youth and family services and we offer and can link young people to a comprehensive range of clinical ser...

  • Youthline House
  • 13 Maidstone Street
  • Ponsonby
  • Auckland
  • Availability: Office open Monday to Friday 9am-5pm. Youth Help Line 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Free TXT 234
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.

Synthesis Therapy & Counselling Last updated 12/11/2012 Cian Kerrisk provides effective and professional Long Term Psychotherapy, Brief Counselling, and Addiction Treatment for a range of issues. Sliding Scale for Fees and WINZ subsidies may be available.

  • Three Lamps Psychotherapy & Counselling Centre
  • 2 Jervois Road
  • Ponsonby
  • Auckland
  • 1011
  • Availability: Monday, Wednesday evening and Friday.
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.

Kokiri te Rahuitanga Charitable Trust Last updated 12/11/2012 Residential home for youth referred by Child, Youth and Family Services and youth coming through the courts.

  • 55/59 Alexander Crescent
  • Otara
  • Manukau
  • Availability: Most days
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.

Shakti Asian and Migrant Women's Support Group Last updated 19/06/2013 Women's Refuges work to raise public awareness of violence against women and children, promoting the prevention and elimination of violence, and the rights of women and children to care and protection. For support, please ring our Crisis Line: 080...

Approved Family Violence Provider
  • 3 Cardwell Street
  • Onehunga
  • Auckland
  • Availability: 24 hour crisis line  0800 733 843  REFUGE Drop In Centre 9am to 4pm
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.

Victim Support - Counties Manukau Central Last updated 27/07/2012 Victim support provides information, support and assistance to victims, witnesses, their families and friends. Victim Support also promotes victims' rights through raising public awareness and recognition of the effects of crime.

  
  • Availability: The Victim Support Service is available 24 hours, 7 days a week.
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.

Victim Support - Counties Manukau East Last updated 27/07/2012 Victim support provides information, support and assistance to victims, witnesses, their families and friends. Victim Support also promotes victims' rights through raising public awareness and recognition of the effects of crime.

  
  • Availability: The Victim Support Service is available 24 hours, 7 days a week.
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.

Victim Support - Counties Manukau Pukekohe Last updated 27/07/2012 Victim support provides information, support and assistance to victims, witnesses, their families and friends. Victim Support also promotes victims' rights through raising public awareness and recognition of the effects of crime.

  
  • Availability: The Victim Support Service is available 24 hours, 7 days a week.
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.

Transitioning Out Aotearoa Last updated 17/06/2013 He Whanau TOA, He Whanau ORA - A Strong Family is a Healthy Family strategy involves facilitating positive and adaptive relationships within whanau and recognising the interconnectedness of welfare, health, education, housing, justice, employment ...

  • 137 Kolmar Road
  • Papatoetoe
  • Auckland
  • Availability: 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: Referral may apply.

Te Whanau Korowai - Maori Women's Refuge Last updated 25/06/2013 Women's Refuges work to raise public awareness of violence against women and children, promoting the prevention and elimination of violence, and the rights of women and children to care and protection. For support, please ring our Crisis Line: 080...

  
  • Availability: 24 hour crisis line  0800 733 843  REFUGE
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.

Victim Support - Counties Manukau West Last updated 27/07/2012 Victim support provides information, support and assistance to victims, witnesses, their families and friends. Victim Support also promotes victims' rights through raising public awareness and recognition of the effects of crime.

  
  • Availability: The Victim Support Service is available 24 hours, 7 days a week.
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.

Gambling Helpline Last updated 07/08/2012 Toll-free telephone counselling, support, information and referral service for problem gamblers, their partners, families and significant others.

  
  • Availability: Available 24 hours, 7 days a week. Call for information on specialist lines - Debt, Maori, Pasifika, and Youth.
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.

Victim Support - North Rodney Last updated 27/07/2012 Victim support provides information, support and assistance to victims, witnesses, their families and friends. Victim Support also promotes victims' rights through raising public awareness and recognition of the effects of crime.

  
  • Availability: The Victim Support Service is available 24 hours, 7 days a week.
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
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Victim Support - Counties Manukau South Last updated 27/07/2012 Victim support provides information, support and assistance to victims, witnesses, their families and friends. Victim Support also promotes victims' rights through raising public awareness and recognition of the effects of crime.

  
  • Availability: The Victim Support Service is available 24 hours, 7 days a week.
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Victim Support - Waitakere Last updated 27/07/2012 Victim support provides information, support and assistance to victims, witnesses, their families and friends. Victim Support also promotes victims' rights through raising public awareness and recognition of the effects of crime.

  
  • Availability: The Victim Support Service is available 24 hours, 7 days a week.
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Victim Support - North Shore Last updated 27/07/2012 Victim support provides information, support and assistance to victims, witnesses, their families and friends. Victim Support also promotes victims' rights through raising public awareness and recognition of the effects of crime.

  
  • Availability: The Victim Support Service is available 24 hours, 7 days a week.
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Victim Support - Auckland Central Last updated 27/07/2012 Victim support provides information, support and assistance to victims, witnesses, their families and friends. Victim Support also promotes victims' rights through raising public awareness and recognition of the effects of crime.

  
  • Availability: The Victim Support Service is available 24 hours, 7 days a week
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Victim Support - Auckland East Last updated 27/07/2012 Victim support provides information, support and assistance to victims, witnesses, their families and friends. Victim Support also promotes victims' rights through raising public awareness and recognition of the effects of crime.

  
  • Availability: The Victim Support Service is available 24 hours, 7 days a week
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Victim Support - Auckland West Last updated 27/07/2012 Victim support provides information, support and assistance to victims, witnesses, their families and friends. Victim Support also promotes victims' rights through raising public awareness and recognition of the effects of crime.

  
  • Availability: The Victim Support Service is available 24 hours, 7 days a week.
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Victim Support - Hibiscus Coast Last updated 27/07/2012 Victim support provides information, support and assistance to victims, witnesses, their families and friends. Victim Support also promotes victims' rights through raising public awareness and recognition of the effects of crime.

  
  • Availability: The Victim Support Service is available 24 hours, 7 days a week
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Bill Garden Counselling Services Last updated 14/01/2013 Counselling, Mentoring and Life Coaching Services.

  • 6 Airfield Road
  • Takanini
  • Papakura
  • 2245
  • Availability: Weekday 10am - 7pm Saturdays 9.00am - 12.00
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: Referral may apply.
Narrative Pathways Last updated 09/09/2012 Specialist counselling and support for boys, teenagers, families and men. I have over 9 years experience in New Zealand, England and USA as a School Guidance Counsellor, E.A.P Counsellor and therapist in private practice. I also offer clinical sup...

  • Family Therapy Centre
  • 1/3 Garnet Rd
  • Westmere
  • Auckland
  • 1022
  • Availability: Tuesdays and Thursdays and some evenings by appointment. Please make contact to arrange. In-home appointments can be arranged.
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
HELP Last updated 22/11/2012 A community service offering crisis support and counselling to survivors of sexual abuse.

  
  • Availability: 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Counselling Services Centre Last updated 30/05/2013 Counselling service for survivors and victims of sexual abuse. Counselling for victims of domestic and family violence. Counselling for people strugglling with depression, anxiety, stress, grief and loss. Counselling for women, children, men and c...

Approved Family Violence Provider
  • 22 Alexander Avenue
  • Papatoetoe
  • Manukau City
  • 2025
  • Availability: Monday-Wednesday 8.30am-5.00pm Thursday-Friday 8.30am-3.00pm Saturday mornings by negotiation Crisis 24/7
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: Referral may apply.
Salvation Army - Manukau (Community Ministries South Auckland) Last updated 01/03/2013 The Salvation Army's Community & Family Services works alongside individuals, families/whanau and the wider community to help them gain a greater level of control over their lives and ultimately a higher quality of life for all.

Approved Family Violence Provider
  • 16B Bakerfield Place
  • Manukau
  • Auckland
  • Availability: Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm.
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Tika Maranga Women's Refuge Inc Last updated 25/06/2013 Women's Refuges work to raise public awareness of violence against women and children, promoting the prevention and elimination of violence, and the rights of women and children to care and protection. For support, please ring our Crisis Line: 080...

  
  • Availability: 24 hours/7 days a week Toll free  0800 733 843  REFUGE
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Youthline - North Shore Last updated 15/02/2013 Youth helpline via telephone, text and email, available 24/7. Training and leadership programmes and face to face counselling for young people and families available in the local community. Visit www.youthline.co.nz for more information about Nort...

  • Northcote Shopping Centre
  • - Mainstreet
  • Northcote
  • North Shore City
  • Availability:
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Hestia Rodney Women's Refuge Last updated 20/05/2013 Women's Refuge work to raise public awareness of violence against women and children, promoting the prevention and elimination of violence, and the rights of women and children to care and protection. For support, please ring our local Crisis Line...

  
  • Availability: 24 hour service. 0800321361 crisis line.  09 4275154  office We have 2 other phone numbers which allow women from all areas of Rodney to contact us toll free  09 4250452  and  09 4206083 
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Youthline - Waitakere Last updated 15/02/2013 Youth helpline via telephone, text and email, available 24/7. Training and leadership programmes and face to face counselling for young people and families available in the local community. Visit www.youthline.co.nz for more information about Wait...

  
  • Availability:
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Camellia House Inc Manukau Last updated 17/09/2012 A Women's Refuge to women and children experiencing domestic violence.

Approved Family Violence Provider
  •  (09) 269 7100 
  •  (027) 255 7454 
 
  • Availability: 24/7
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Clendon Manurewa Whanau/Family Support Services Trust Last updated 23/08/2012 C.M.W.F.S.S. is a community based C,Y & F approved service working in the Clendon/Manurewa area since 1994. We provide a holistic, wraparound service walking alongside our whanau in South Auckland to encourage them to achieve their potential in al...

  • 10 Mahia Road
  • Manurewa
  • Manukau
  • Availability: Monday to Friday, 8.30am-5pm.
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Sisters of Mercy Wiri Last updated 16/08/2012 Sisters of Mercy Wiri is a community based social service agency with a strong social justice and community development focus. We provide a range of services to meet the needs of children, families/whanau and the community.

  • Sisters of Mercy Wiri
  • 14 Trevor Hoskin Drive
  • Wiri
  • Manukau City
  • Availability: 8.30am - 5.00pm Monday to Friday. The service is predominantly for the people who live in Wiri/Manurewa.
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Youthline - Manukau Last updated 21/11/2012 Counselling and programmes for people of all ages with a specific focus on 11 to 30 years. Youth Help and Counselling Line 8.00 am - midnight seven days.

  • 145 St George Street
  • Papatoetoe
  • Manukau
  • 2025
  • Availability: 24/7 Youth Help and Counselling Line Youthline Centre open 8.30am - 5.30pm Monday to Friday. Cafe 'Thyme Out @ The Station' open 7.30am - 4.30pm Monday - Friday.
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.


 SHINE: Safer Homes In New Zealand Everyday Inc Last updated 04/10/2012 Shine (Safer Homes In New Zealand Everyday) is making homes violence free. Shine offers a free national Helpline and a number of innovative services that work to stop domestic abuse.

This provider offers a national helpline service. Approved Family Violence Provider
  • Ground Floor
  • 409 New North Road
  • Kingsland
  • Auckland
  • Availability: Helpline ( 0508 744 633 ) is answered 9am - 11pm, 7 days a week . Our office hours are 8.30am - 5.00pm weekdays.
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: Referral may apply.
Essentially Men Education Trust Last updated 31/05/2013 Courses, seminars and support for men to explore their identity, recover their ability to feel and experience new ways of being a man - strong, emotionally adept and a skilled communicator - in connection with their family and community.

  • 13 Maidstone Street
  • Ponsonby
  • Auckland
  • Availability: 8am - 4 pm
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
New Zealand Men's Clinic Last updated 23/08/2012 New Zealand Men's Clinic specialises in treatment for Erectile Dysfunction (ED), Premature Ejaculation (PE), low sex drive, and any performance anxiety related to these.

  • 14 Fox Street
  • Parnell
  • Auckland
  • Availability:
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Man Alive Mens Centre Last updated 07/08/2012 Working for men and boys in the community. Man Alive Men's Centre Offices in Auckland Region: Henderson, Glen Innes and Onehunga; Northland Region: Whangarei, Kaikohe, Dargaville and Kaitaia.

Approved Family Violence Provider
  • 11 Edmonton Road
  • Waitakere City
  • Availability: 8.30am - 5.00pm Monday to Friday, groups meetings run in the evening.
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Men and Family Centre Last updated 27/09/2012 The Men and Family Centre is a place where men and young men can access services directed specifically towards their needs. This venue is staffed by a fully qualified professional with the capability of designing and delivering programmes and serv...

  • - Gerald Stokes Avenue
  • Helensville
  • Availability: 8am to 4pm Monday to Friday
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Inner City / Manukau Group For Men Last updated 11/04/2013 Men's Anger Management / Stopping Violence Programme. The programme is an opportunity to find practical, positive alternatives to abusive, threatening or violent behaviour.

Approved Family Violence Provider
  • St David's Church Hall
  • 68-70 Khyber Pass
  • Grafton
  • Auckland
  • Availability: Initial/phone contact regular office hours
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Men's Centre North Shore Inc. Last updated 03/10/2012 Provides information and support to men in need, particularly regarding relationship break-up, court orders, domestic violence, false accusations, liable parent contributions, male health, boys education etc. Referrals to relevant professionals (s...

  
  • Availability: Available during daytime
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Talk Counselling Last updated 21/02/2013 MensTalk is a face to face counselling and psychotherapy service for men and couples. We are qualified and specialised in the areas that we work and cover issues such as: Depression, addictions, relationship issues, erectile dysfunction, anxiety, ...

  • 1 Maidstone Street
  • Ponsonby
  • Auckland
  • Availability: Monday to Friday 9am to 5.30pm - Times after hours are often available.
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Raeburn House (North Shore Community Health Network) Last updated 28/06/2013 Raeburn House is a community development organisation promoting mental health and community wellbeing. Offers six services: Resource and information; Learning and development; community development and action; ISO Capability Mentoring, Settlement ...

Approved Family Violence Provider
  • 138 Shakespeare Road
  • Takapuna
  • North Shore City
  • Availability: 9a.m.-4.00pm Mon-Fri
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: Referral may apply.
Salvation Army - Epsom Lodge Last updated 22/03/2013 A Salvation Army Men's home providing a programme of rehabilitation for unemployed, drug abusers, ex psychiatric patients, prison discharges. Male only accommodation. Formal referral preferred.

  • 18 Margot Street
  • Epsom
  • Auckland
  • Availability:
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: Referral may apply.
Abuse Prevention Services Inc Last updated 01/07/2013 Not-for-Profit organisation specialising in the delivery of Family Violence/abuse intervention and prevention programmes and counselling for Men, Women, Children, Youth & Couples.

Approved Family Violence Provider  
  • Availability: Office Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 3.30pm.
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
James Liston Hostel Last updated 19/06/2013 James Liston Hostel provides medium to long term low cost accomodation for men and women. Accomodation is in the form of dormatories, single and double rooms, 3 meals per day are included in the cost.

  • 135 Howe Street
  • Freemans Bay
  • Auckland
  • Availability: 9am-4pm Monday - Friday
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Alcoholics Anonymous - Auckland Service Centre Last updated 13/05/2013 Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desi...

  • Level 2
  • 72 Pitt Street
  • Auckland City
  • 1145
  • Availability: 9.00am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday.
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Salvation Army - North Shore City (Community Ministries) Last updated 28/09/2012 Community and Family Services: A community social service covering a range of activities responsive to local need. Alcohol & Other Drug Treatment: Intensive treatment programme for men and women over 18 years of age whose lives have been moderate...

Approved Family Violence Provider
  • 4 Kaipatiki Road
  • Glenfield
  • North Shore
  • Availability: Mon - Fri : 8:30am - 4pm
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Counselling Services Centre Last updated 30/05/2013 Counselling service for survivors and victims of sexual abuse. Counselling for victims of domestic and family violence. Counselling for people strugglling with depression, anxiety, stress, grief and loss. Counselling for women, children, men and c...

Approved Family Violence Provider
  • 22 Alexander Avenue
  • Papatoetoe
  • Manukau City
  • 2025
  • Availability: Monday-Wednesday 8.30am-5.00pm Thursday-Friday 8.30am-3.00pm Saturday mornings by negotiation Crisis 24/7
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: Referral may apply.
Susan Goldstiver, Psychotherapist Last updated 21/02/2013 Experienced and registered psychotherapist who provides specialist psychotherapy and counselling help for antenatally and postnatally distressed mothers and fathers, as well as for adults experiencing depression, anxiety, abuse and trauma and rela...

  • 1 Taylors Road
  • Mt Albert
  • Auckland
  • 1025
  • Availability: Monday to Friday with some late nights. Sessions by appointment only.
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Te Ara Hou Last updated 22/04/2013 Drug and alcohol services. Residential and community assessments.

  • 8 Lucas Place
  • Weymouth
  • Manukau
  • 2103
  • Availability: Available 24/7
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Synthesis Therapy & Counselling Last updated 12/11/2012 Cian Kerrisk provides effective and professional Long Term Psychotherapy, Brief Counselling, and Addiction Treatment for a range of issues. Sliding Scale for Fees and WINZ subsidies may be available.

  • Three Lamps Psychotherapy & Counselling Centre
  • 2 Jervois Road
  • Ponsonby
  • Auckland
  • 1011
  • Availability: Monday, Wednesday evening and Friday.
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Kirk Vette - Counsellor Last updated 05/03/2013 Provides counselling for young people and their families. I work with a wide range of issues that affect young people and their families. I also offer supervision to counsellors.

  • Youthline House
  • 13 Maidstone Street
  • Ponsonby
  • Auckland
  • Availability: Office Hours 9am - 5pm Mon to Fri. Evenings by arrangement.
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Auckland Therapy Last updated 08/10/2012 Auckland Therapy offers comprehensive counselling and psychotherapy services from our team of registered psychotherapists at locations throughout greater Auckland. We offer relationship, emotional, psychological, and behaviour help for issues rang...

  • 2 Jervois Road
  • Ponsonby
  • Auckland
  • Availability: Please contact for further details
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Auckland Somali Community Association Inc Last updated 16/08/2012 Auckland Somali Community Association Inc has been providing services to the Somali Community in Auckland since 1997, we provide services including: an education programme, immigration advice, training programme, employment assistance, counselling...

  •  (09) 620 9691 
  •  (021) 938 566 
  • 42 Donovan Avenue
  • Blockhouse Bay
  • Auckland
  • Availability: Monday - Friday 9:00am - 10:00pm
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
New Zealand AIDS Foundation (NZAF) Last updated 27/06/2013 The New Zealand AIDS Foundation is New Zealand's leading HIV prevention and health services organisation.

  • 35 Hargreaves Street
  • College Hill
  • Auckland
  • 1011
  • Availability: Mon - Fri, 9.00am - 5.00pm and some late nights for sexual health checks.
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
North Harbour Living Without Violence Collective Last updated 10/04/2013 Education programmes for male perpetrators of violence; support and education programmes for women and children victims of violence and abuse; anger management.

Approved Family Violence Provider  
  • Availability: 9.30am - 3.00pm Monday to Friday
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Patrick Au Professional Counselling Service for Chinese Last updated 24/06/2013 Cultural specific services for Chinese people, Stopping Violence programmes, family counselling.

Approved Family Violence Provider
  • 1/230 Manukau Rd
  • Epsom
  • Auckland
  • 1023
  • Availability:
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Big Buddy Mentoring Trust Last updated 10/02/2013 Mentoring fatherless boys. Check out our web site for more information.

  • 1806 Great North Rd
  • Avondale
  • Auckland
  • Availability: Weekdays 9.00am - 5.00pm.
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Father & Child Trust - Auckland Last updated 26/10/2012 To provide fathers and their whanau/families with help, information and support and to improve fathers' access to family services.

  • Community Office 3, Onehunga Community Centre
  • 83 Church St
  • Onehunga
  • Auckland
  • 1061
  • Availability: Monday - Friday 10am-2pm. Answerphone outside this time
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Transitioning Out Aotearoa Last updated 17/06/2013 He Whanau TOA, He Whanau ORA - A Strong Family is a Healthy Family strategy involves facilitating positive and adaptive relationships within whanau and recognising the interconnectedness of welfare, health, education, housing, justice, employment ...

  • 137 Kolmar Road
  • Papatoetoe
  • Auckland
  • Availability: 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: Referral may apply.
Hope Unlimited Trust Last updated 26/04/2013 We offer a holistic, affordable, social service supporting parents and their families. Our services include Counselling, Community Support, and Programmes - mens Living Without Violence; womens Self Esteem /Personal Development; Parenting Toolbo...

  • 14 Harrington Avenue
  • Pukekohe
  • Availability: 9am - 5pm, Monday to Friday.
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Narrative Pathways Last updated 09/09/2012 Specialist counselling and support for boys, teenagers, families and men. I have over 9 years experience in New Zealand, England and USA as a School Guidance Counsellor, E.A.P Counsellor and therapist in private practice. I also offer clinical sup...

  • Family Therapy Centre
  • 1/3 Garnet Rd
  • Westmere
  • Auckland
  • 1022
  • Availability: Tuesdays and Thursdays and some evenings by appointment. Please make contact to arrange. In-home appointments can be arranged.
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Home and Family Counselling Inc: North Shore Office Last updated 13/12/2012 Donation-based affordable counselling for individual adults, teens and children, couples and families. Chinese counsellor, as well as pakeha men and women counsellors. Professional, experienced counsellors provide high quality services from our ...

  • 2a Seaview Rd
  • Auckland
  • 0627
  • Availability: Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm, Saturday 9am - 1pm.
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Kereru Psychotherapy and Counselling Services Ltd Last updated 31/10/2012 We specialise in working with children, young people, adults and whanau with a range of issues. Parenting, fertility issues, mens issues, depression, anger management, developmental and attachment issues, grief and loss, mental health isses, sexua...

  
  • Availability: Monday to Saturday. Different practitioners work varying hours.
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Living Without Violence - Waiheke Network Last updated 01/10/2012 Aim to prevent violence to children, adolescents, women and men on Waiheke Island; to support and empower survivors and promote their safety; and to support adolescents and adults in changing to non-violent, respectful and positive ways of relatin...

Approved Family Violence Provider
  • 59 Ostend Road
  • Ostend
  • Waiheke Island
  • 1081
  • Availability: Monday & Tuesday 9am-4pm Wed 10-3pm Thursday 9-4pm Voicemail cleared daily.
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Overeaters Anonymous - Auckland Last updated 25/10/2012 Is food a problem for you? Overeaters Anonymous is a twelve-step programme for men and women who support each other in solving their common problem of compulsive eating including anorexia, bulimia, obesity and overeating.

  
  • Availability: Please contact us for meeting times and locations.
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Iosis - Family Solutions Last updated 05/06/2013 To work with families who have complex needs and limited resources, developing positive relationships and nurturing environments. Providing a range of family based services in South Auckland.

Approved Family Violence Provider
  • 112C Russell Road
  • Manurewa
  • Manukau City
  • Availability: Normal office hours.
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: Referral may apply.
Te Whanau Tahi Ltd Last updated 05/06/2013 Te Whanai Tahi Ltd is committed to working with the whole family/whanau where there are indications that domestic violence has a significant impact in and on the lives of it's members.

Approved Family Violence Provider
  • 23 Elliot Street
  • Papakura
  • Availability: Monday - Thursday 8.30am - 5pm Maori Mens group ("Te Hapai Te Tama Tu") Wednesday 6pm-8pm
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: Referral may apply.
National Urban Maori Authority Last updated 25/02/2013 The National Urban Maori Authority (NUMA) was formed in 2003. NUMA is the parent body for the Whanau Ora provider collective that includes Otangarei Trust (Whangarei); Te Whanau o Waipareira Trust (West Auckland); Manukau Urban Maori Authority (So...

  • 331 Great North Road
  • Henderson
  • Auckland
  • 0650
  • Availability: Mon-Friday 9am-5pm
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: Referral may apply.
Home and Family Counselling Inc: Auckland Office. Last updated 15/05/2013 Donation-based affordable counselling for individual adults, teens and children, couples and families. Chinese counsellor, as well as pakeha men and women counsellors. Professional, experienced counsellors provide high quality services from our ...

Approved Family Violence Provider
  • 344 Mt Eden Road
  • Mt Eden
  • Auckland
  • 1024
  • Availability: Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm Saturday 9-12p.m. Late Nights: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
The ChangeWorks 2006 Trust Last updated 15/02/2013 ChangeWorks is an organisation dedicated to working with young people and their families to stop violence and abuse. We work in a unique way to bring about change through interactive group process.

Approved Family Violence Provider
  • 15 Edsel
  • Henderson
  • Waitakere
  • Availability: Monday to Friday 8.30 to 5.30
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Salvation Army - Waitakere City (Community Ministries) Last updated 19/02/2013 Community and Family Services: A community social service covering a range of activities responsive to local need. Alcohol & Other Drug Treatment: Intensive treatment programme for men and women over 18 years of age whose lives have been moderate...

  • 7-9 View Road
  • Henderson
  • Waitakere
  • Availability: Community and Family Services: 9.00am - 5.00pm, Monday to Friday.
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Huakina Development Trust Last updated 21/08/2012 Huakina has a mission statement to "Unleash the Potential of People" and they stand by it with passion. To provide support in health & wellbeing, education and environmental issues to the community.

  • 15/17 Roulston Street
  • Pukekohe
  • Availability: 8.30 am - 5.00 pm Monday to Friday
  • Charges: All services free of charge.
  • Referrals: Referral may apply.
Franklin Family Support Centre Last updated 10/04/2013 To empower families and individuals with financial, personal or family issues by providing professional, compassionate and caring social services and educational programmes.

Approved Family Violence Provider
  • 2 King Street
  • Pukekohe
  • Availability: 9.00am - 4.00pm, Monday to Friday.
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Tuilaepa Youth Mentoring Service Last updated 20/12/2012 TYMS was created and set up to provide an educational service for schools to use to support those young people and families who have disengaged within the educational system. We offer Young Pacific Island young men as mentors with degrees in vario...

  • 476 Swanson Road
  • Ranui
  • Auckland
  • 0612
  • Availability: Monday-Friday 9-5pm
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: Referral may apply.
Westside Counselling Services Last updated 03/07/2013 Our service is based in Massey and has both male and female counsellors. We provide safe, professional counselling and support for children, adolescents, adults, couples and families covering a wide range of issues and situations. Westside Coun...

  • 8 Vadam Road
  • Massey
  • Auckland
  • 0614
  • Availability: Available by appointment, or Referral.
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Mangere East Family Services Centre Last updated 03/05/2013 The 'Mangere East Family Service Centre' is to be a safe place standing in local communities inspiring children, youth and their families to be passionate people making a positive difference for our peoples.

Approved Family Violence Provider
  • 16-18 Ferguson Street
  • Mangere East
  • Manukau
  • Availability: Mon - Fri 8.00am - 4.30pm
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Friendship House Last updated 18/01/2012 An ecumenical centre for social service, education and community support, with a number of church and community agencies based here. Also spaces available for hire by community groups and individuals.

Approved Family Violence Provider
  • 20 Putney Way
  • Manukau City
  • Availability: Open weekdays 8:30am-4:30pm Wednesdays 9:30am-4:30pm
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Te Roopu O Te Whanau Rangimarie O Tamaki Makaurau Last updated 06/03/2013 Offers services to the wider community with a focus towards Family Violence prevention.

Approved Family Violence Provider
  •  (09) 275 1230 
  • 2 Cameo Court Road
  • Mangere
  • Manukau
  • Availability: Monday to Friday, 9.00am-5.00pm.
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Pacific Island Safety & Prevention Project Inc Last updated 16/08/2012 We are a community organisation based in Massey, West Auckland. We have been operating for over 15 years. We offer counselling services, group programmes, youth services, crisis accomodation and family support services for Pacific Families.

Approved Family Violence Provider
  • 399 Don Buck Road (Cnr Don Buck & Triangle Roads)
  • Waitakere City
  • Availability: Monday to Friday 9.00am to 4.00pm, after hours by arrangement.
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Papakura Support and Counselling Centre Last updated 29/01/2013 (Formerly Papakura Women's Support Centre) Promoting wellbeing through effective counselling and support services.

Approved Family Violence Provider
  • 4 Opaheke Road
  • Papakura
  • 2244
  • Availability: 48 hour turn around (average) Office available 9.00am - 3.00pm Monday - Friday.
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Gateway Community Trust Last updated 18/10/2011 We are a community-based trust focused on strengthening families and empowering our youth.

  • 26A Wood Street
  • Papakura
  • 2110
  • Availability: Monday to Friday, 7am - 6pm
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Harbourside Church Last updated 07/06/2013 Harbourside Community Services is about empowering and equipping people and meeting the needs in the community.

  • 48 Esmonde Road
  • Takapuna
  • North Shore City
  • Availability: 9am - 5pm weekdays, During service on Sundays and evenings as programmes are on.
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Raukura Hauora O Tainui Trust Last updated 14/03/2013 Primary health care provider.

  • 47 Druces Road
  • Manukau
  • 2104
  • Availability: 8.30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday - Friday
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: Referral may apply.
Mangere Community House Last updated 03/04/2013 Developing programmes to meet the needs of the community.

  • 141 Robertson Road
  • Mangere East
  • Auckland
  • Availability: Office hours Monday - Friday 9am - 2pm
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Jenny Jackson, Family Therapist/Counsellor Last updated 30/11/2012 Counselling for teenagers, adults and families. Member of NZAC (New Zealand Association of Counsellors) and NZCCA (New Zealand Christian Counsellors Association).

  • Abelard House
  • 2/518 East Coast Road
  • Mairangi Bay
  • North Shore City
  • 0630
  • Availability: Weekdays 8am to 6pm
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Mt Roskill Union & Community Health Service - Hauora O Puketapapa Last updated 03/07/2013 Community owned service committed to providing affordable, high quality, accessible and culturally appropriate health care for the people of Mt Roskill and surrounding areas.

  •  (09) 629 2872 
  • 1492 Dominion Road Extension
  • Roskill South
  • Auckland
  • Availability: Monday to Friday 8.30am - 4.15pm. Late night Tuesday till 6.15pm.
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.
Pakuranga Counselling Centre Last updated 15/03/2013 Confidential and professional counselling services for adults, adolescents and families including children from 4 years of age.

  • 207 Ti Rakau Drive
  • Pakuranga
  • Auckland
  • 2010
  • Availability: Monday - Friday 9:00am - 7:00pm. Saturday appointment available
  • Charges: Some charges may apply.
  • Referrals: No referral required.

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Information about Auckland

Number of people counted

Total population
  • 1,303,068 people usually live in Auckland Region. This is an increase of 144,177 people, or 12.4 percent, since the 2001 Census.
  • Its population ranks 1st in size out of the 16 regions in New Zealand.
  • Auckland Region has 32.4 percent of New Zealand's population.
Population of Auckland Region and New Zealand, 2006 Census  Region/City/District New Zealand
  • Male  634,491  1,965,618
  • Female  668,577  2,062,329
  • Total  1,303,068  4,027,947
Māori ethnic population
  • 137,133 Māori usually live in Auckland Region, an increase of 9,504 people, or 7.4 percent, since the 2001 Census.
  • Its Māori population ranks 1st in size out of the 16 regions in New Zealand.
  • 24.3 percent of New Zealand's Māori population usually live in Auckland Region. 
Māori Population of Auckland Region and New Zealand, 2006 Census  Region/City/District New Zealand
  • Male  65,823  274,860
  • Female  71,310  290,469
  • Total  137,133  565,329
Note: The Māori ethnic population is the count for people of the Māori ethnic group. It includes those people who stated Māori as being either their sole ethnic group or one of several ethnic groups.

Number of dwellings counted
  • There are 439,083 occupied dwellings and 33,354 unoccupied dwellings in Auckland Region.
  • For New Zealand as a whole, there are 1,478,709 occupied dwellings and 159,276 unoccupied dwellings.
  • There are 3,975 dwellings under construction in Auckland Region, compared with 13,560 under construction throughout New Zealand.
Dwellings in Auckland Region and New Zealand, 2006 Census Dwelling status       Region/City/District New Zealand
  • Occupied Private dwelling  437,988  1,471,746   
  • Non-private dwelling  1,092  6,963    
  • Total  439,083  1,478,709
  • Unoccupied  33,354  159,276
  • Under construction  3,975  13,560
  • Total  476,406  1,651,542
Note: This data has been randomly rounded to protect confidentiality. Individual figures may not add up to totals, and values for the same data may vary in different text, tables and graphs. 


Auckland Region


The Auckland Region is one of the sixteen regions of New Zealand, named for the city of Auckland, the country's largest urban area. The region encompasses the Auckland metropolitan area, smaller towns, rural areas, and the islands of the Hauraki Gulf. With one third of the nation's residents, it has by far the biggest population and economy of any region of New Zealand, but the second-smallest land area.

On 1 November 2010, the Auckland Region became a unitary authority controlled by the Auckland Council, replacing the previous regional council and seven local councils. In the process, an area in its southeastern corner was transferred to the neighbouring Waikato Region. The name "Auckland Region" remains present in casual usage.

On the mainland, the region extends from the mouth of the Kaipara Harbour in the north across the southern stretches of the North Auckland Peninsula, past the Waitakere Ranges and the isthmus of Auckland and across the low-lying land surrounding the Manukau Harbour. The region ends within a few kilometres of the mouth of the Waikato River. It is bordered in the north by the Northland Region, and in the south by the Waikato Region. It also includes the islands of the Hauraki Gulf.

The Hunua Ranges and the adjacent coastline along the Firth of Thames were part of the region until the Auckland Council was formed in late 2010, when they were transferred to the neighbouring Waikato Region.

In land area it is smaller than all the other regions and unitary authorities except Nelson. Its highest point is the summit of Little Barrier Island, at 722 metres.

Territorial waters The Pacific Ocean and Tasman Sea form the coastline around the Auckland region. The east coast is lapped by the waters of the Hauraki Gulf, an arm of the Pacific sheltered by a considerable number of small and large islands, notably Great Barrier Island in the northeast. An arm of the Gulf, the Waitemata Harbour, forms the main harbour of Auckland city, and also accommodates New Zealand's largest port. The mainland coastline is 1,613 kilometres (1,002 mi) long. Much of the coastal marine area comprises sensitive tidal inlets and estuaries and semi-enclosed Waitemata, Manukau and Kaipara Harbours.

To the west lie two large natural harbours, the Kaipara and the Manukau. Both of these have treacherous entrances and are little used by shipping. The Kaipara Harbour (of which the southern half is in the Auckland region) is one of the world's largest natural harbours, covering an area of 530 square kilometres (200 sq mi). The Manukau Harbour, located in the southwest part of the region, has a small port at Onehunga, but also suffers from difficult navigation – especially when the predominant southwesterly wind is blowing. Auckland Airport is located on the edge of the Manukau Harbour. The region is blessed with many fine beaches, especially on the Tasman coast south of the Kaipara. These include Muriwai and Piha beaches.

Geology Main article: Geology of the Auckland Region The Auckland Region is built on a basement of greywacke rocks that form many of the islands in the Hauraki Gulf, the Hunua Ranges, and land south of Port Waikato. The Waitakere Ranges in the west are the remains of a large andesitic volcano, and Great Barrier Island was formed by the northern end of the Coromandel Volcanic Zone. The main isthmus and North Shore are composed of Waitemata sandstone and mudstone, and portions of the Northland Allochthon extend as far south as Albany. Little Barrier Island was formed by a relatively isolated andesitic volcano, active around 1 to 3 million years ago.

The Manukau and South Kaipara Harbours are protected by the recent sand dune deposits of the Awhitu and South Kaipara Peninsulas. Recent basaltic volcanic activity has produced many volcanic cones throughout the Auckland Region, including the iconic Rangitoto Island.

Volcanic field Much of Auckland's urban area lies on top of the dormant Auckland Volcanic Field. The region is dotted by 49 volcanoes of varying age with the oldest being in the region of 150,000 years old. The most recent eruption occurred approximately 600 years ago, ending a few hundred years of activity during which Rangitoto Island was formed.

Each volcanic eruption has tended to be bigger than the previous, with Rangitoto making up almost 60% of the entire volume of erupted material. All of the volcanoes are relatively small, most being less than 150 metres (490 ft) in height.

A large number of the Auckland volcanoes have been levelled or strongly altered – in small part due to historical Māori use of the cones as fortified pā or for terraced fields, but for most part having been quarried relatively recently for roading and construction materials (mainly scoria). However measures are now in place to preserve many of the remaining volcanoes as landmarks and parks.

People Map showing population density in the Auckland Region at the 2006 census. Despite its small area, the region is by far the most populous in New Zealand, with a population of 1,486,000 (June 2011 estimate),[1] 33.7% of the country’s population. The Region is growing faster than any other part of the country except Tauranga, with its population increasing by over 240,000 (22%) in the past 10 years (according to Census data from 1996, 2001 and 2006). According to the 2001 Census, the Auckland Region contains 26.3 percent of New Zealand's European population, 24.3 percent of the Māori population, 66.7 percent of the Pacific peoples population, 63.7 percent of the Asian population and 54.7 percent of the population in the 'Other' ethnic groups category. These statistics highlight the ethnic diversity of the Auckland Region, compared to the rest of New Zealand.

Governance Auckland Council Main article: Auckland Council The Auckland Council is the local authority with jurisdiction over the Auckland Region. From 1989 to 2010 the region was under the jurisdiction of the Auckland Regional Council (successor of the Auckland Regional Authority) and seven territorial local authorities (which in turn replaced many smaller councils and boroughs). The Auckland Regional Council had fairly limited controls over the metropolitan area, focusing on environmental protection, public transport funding, and management of regional parks and coastal areas, while governance of other matters such as subdivision, infrastructure, services and land use was devolved to the territorial local authorities. The Auckland Council is a unitary authority exercising power over all these matters.

Health boards Three District Health Boards (DHBs) cover the greater Auckland region. They are Waitemata Health, Auckland District Health Board, and Counties Manukau Health.

Transport Main article: Transport in Auckland See also: Public transport in Auckland Transport in the Auckland Region is predominantly via motor vehicle, with much of New Zealand's motorway-grade roads being located in the region. However, there is also a commuter rail system linking the city centre with Waitakere and Manukau, and a relatively extensive bus system. However, even in the more urbanised parts of the region, public transport uptake is still low (though rising again since the 2000s) compared to many other western cities. Despite this, a significant part of all New Zealand public transport boardings take place in Auckland (see 'Statistics' section below).

Statistics Criterion (2007–2008)[3] In Auckland Region In New Zealand  % in Auckland Region Population 1,432,200 4,268,500 34 Land area (km2) 5600 275,400 2 Imports (gross tonne) 14.1 million 79.2 million 18 Exports (gross tonne) 8.3 million 73.4 million 11 Gross domestic product (GDP) ($) 42,200 million 155,400 million 27 Passenger transport – bus – boardings 43,165,200 92,777,200 47 Passenger transport – rail – boardings 6,794,100 18,346,600 37 Passenger transport – ferry – boardings 4,374,600 4,695,000 93 Vehicle kilometres travelled 12,200 million 40,200 million 30 Fatalities (transport system) 81 366 15 State highways, all types (km) 335 10,906 3 State highways, motorways (km) 106 172 62
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