Manukau, South Auckland
A place to work, connect, and belong
GridMNK is the coworking space inside Te Ngahere, a kaupapa-led hub for Indigenous innovation and growth based in Manukau.
This is a place to be. A place where people show up as they are, do real work, and build things that matter. The energy is calm but alive. People talk, share ideas, and then get on with it.
GridMNK supports Māori and Moana entrepreneurs, creatives, and community-led organisations who want more than just a desk. They want a space that feels grounded, human, and genuine.
Choose your way of working at GridMNK
GridMNK offers two coworking options. The culture, access, and day-to-day experience are the same. The only difference is the kind of space you work from.
Shared space with real energy
He wāhi mahi tūturu, he wairua ora
Desk membership suits individuals and small teams who want to work around others without distraction or noise. It is a shared space where people are present, focused, and comfortable being themselves.
The space creates a natural sense of connection and whanaungatanga. You see familiar faces. Conversations happen easily. Collaboration grows without being forced.
Desks are a good fit if you:
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Work solo or with one or two others
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Want flexibility with a sense of routine
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Value being around people who are building and creating
This is shared space that feels respectful, lived in, and real.
Your own space, within a shared world
Tō ake wāhi mahi, kei roto i te ao whānui
Private offices offer dedicated, lockable space inside Te Ngahere. They give teams room to focus, while staying close to the life of the whare.
You can close the door when needed, then step back into shared areas for conversation, connection, and perspective. It is a balance many teams are looking for.
Offices are a good fit if you:
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Need privacy for your mahi
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Want consistency and stability
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Still value being part of a wider community
Office availability is limited.
One shared culture, one way of working
Everyone at GridMNK works within the same kaupapa and shared expectations of how the space is used.
Being part of GridMNK includes:
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Access to shared kitchen and common areas that encourage conversation
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High-speed internet and essential utilities
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Hui and meeting spaces available to book
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Connection to the wider Te Ngahere ecosystem
The culture is collaborative rather than competitive. People help when it makes sense. Respect for others, the space, and the mahi comes first.
Who GridMNK is for
GridMNK is for people and organisations who:
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Want a real working environment, not a showroom
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Value authenticity over polish
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Are open to collaboration without obligation
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Care about how a space feels as much as how it functions
This is not a transient hot-desk space. It is a place people return to, day after day.
Visit GridMNK at Te Ngahere
The best way to understand the feeling of GridMNK is to spend time here.
A walkthrough allows you to:
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Experience the desk and office spaces
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See how people use the space day to day
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Ask questions about membership and pricing
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Decide if it feels right for you or your team
Community group or startup? Nau mai ki te kōrero. Let’s see how we can awhi you.
Location
GridMNK is located inside Te Ngahere in Manukau, South Auckland. It serves people working locally who want a space that feels connected, steady, and human.