Quick facts
Prison population
Women's prison ​
Low, medium and high security ​
Remand and sentenced
Units
Whaea o te Ao - Self-care units​
Whaea - Mothers with Babies Unit​
Nikau - Specialist satellite women’s unit located at Waikeria Prison (Waikato) managed by ARWCF
Other units according to security classification
Programmes and training
Hine Manaaki (Employment Hub)​
Hine Rangimarie (Training Centre)​
Kimihia bi-cultural programme​
Trades training for offenders in asset maintenance, beekeeping, barista, café, horticulture, grounds, kitchen, laundry, painting
Benefits
Women’s only facility that is dedicated to the Women’s Strategy: E Rere ana ki te pae hou​
Rehabilitation efforts aim to account for the high incidence of trauma and complexities of women's personal circumstances
Location
Based in Wiri, Manukau, a city in the Auckland region
Getting there
5-10 minute drive from Manukau City Centre
Bus routes within walking distance (may not be available at all times)
What's closeby
South Auckland is home to the world’s largest Polynesian community and is one of the most culturally diverse areas in NZ
Rainbow’s End theme park in the area​
30-60min drive to Auckland CBD, depending on traffic
New to the area?
Manukau has most amenities and key suppliers e.g. supermarkets, homeware, shopping mall ​
Accommodation options include renting, buying a house, Airbnb Monthly Options, Extended Stay Apartments (may not be affordable for long term)