Please are seeking information leading to the location of missing 79 year old female from Parakai near to Helensville.

Jeanette Alder left the Parakai rest home in Parkhurst road Parakai around 10am this morning. She is european 5ft 5 of solid build. She was last wearing a red jacket with blue pants.

It is believed that she travelled by Ritchies bus to Auckland city earlier today.

Police urgently wish to locate her or hear from anyone who has seen her today. Please contact the Auckland police on 09 5712800