A Lower Hutt girl has been missing for more than a week - prompting police to appeal to the public for help.
Nina Te Huia, 11, was last seen in Queens Drive at 4pm on July 9.
She is described as Maori, of medium build, with black shoulder-length hair and was last seen wearing a black puffer jacket, blue polo shirt, dark blue skirt and black shoes.
Police say Nina may be travelling to Taumarunui to see family.
Anyone with information is advised to contact Inspector Shane Cotter at Lower Hutt Police on (04) 560 2600, or police on 111.