Police say a missing woman who has not been seen since Tuesday morning is likely to have three young children with her.
Rachael Shepherd, 30, Te Awamutu, was last seen on the main street of Te Awamutu two days ago about 9am.
Ms Shepherd is driving a distinctive yellow Mazda Atenza saloon 2003, registration FSC813.
She is described as European, medium build, blond hair (tied up in a bun) and was last seen wearing a pink and white two toned singlet and tan shorts.