Westfield Manukau

Westfield Manukau is the main shopping destination in South Auckland, serving the local community with a practical mix of retail, dining, and recreational options. While it covers a decent footprint with around 167 stores, it feels relatively small and a bit dated compared to Auckland’s larger and more modern malls like Sylvia Park or Westfield Newmarket. The mall hasn’t seen major redevelopment since 2007, and it shows—many areas are in need of a refresh to keep up with changing retail trends. Still, it covers the essentials well, with anchor stores like Farmers, JB Hi-Fi, The Warehouse, and a Woolworths formerly Countdown providing a solid grocery and retail offering. The food court includes over 30 outlets, featuring a variety of cuisines alongside big-name chains like McDonald’s, Burger King, and Starbucks, making it easy to grab a bite while shopping. Entertainment options like Event Cinemas and a kids’ play area help keep families entertained, while amenities like parents’ rooms and Kiddie Kruzzers make it a family-friendly spot. Parking is a strong point, with over 2,100 spaces available, and the mall is well connected by public transport, located close to the Manukau Bus Station and train services. While Westfield Manukau may not offer the flashiest experience, it remains a reliable and accessible choice for locals—though a long-overdue revamp would go a long way in revitalizing its appeal.

Westfield could do with some facility upgrades and maintenance. A good local spot for shopping and beauty maintenance but wouldn’t recommend as a place of leisure, like it used to back in the day. There used to be arcades and fun activities for children and families which no longer exist, even the cinemas now are empty and worn down.

love this mall. down fall is the play area for the kids. I have two littles and after being at the mall shopping and having lunch you want to take your littles to have their time to run around. my goodness the play area is not that great. Its barely a playground, no proper slide tho its new. The person who designed it probably didnt bother. I notice sylvia and botany malls, plus northshore malls O see online they have nice indoor playground but come to southside its like they don't bother with the inside playground. The super center playground is also just a simple play area compare to other areas of auckland. this picture is the play area in the mall, like is this meant to be a slide? it doesnt do much. my kids were not entertained for long. BORING

I got a haircut today at the Rodney Wayne barber. I had no appointment but got seen straight away. The haircut was excellent and the guy cutting my hair was really friendly. Highly recommended!

Clean and secure mall. Lots of parking & 120-240 mins free, wheelchair accessible entrances and bathrooms. Southside represent was held here too & was an amazing event. Shout out MaiFM who helped host!

Directions to Westfield Manukau with public transportation

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