A picnic ground on Wairere Road in The Gardens, Manukau City, Auckland. Picnic grounds like this one suit families and groups who want an open space to eat outdoors, spread a rug, and let children run about. In south Auckland, where many households have small sections, a public space to gather outdoors is often the easiest way to spend a day out together. Its place in Manukau makes it a handy option for people living nearby who do not want to drive far for a picnic.