A search and rescue operation has been launched to find a 22-year-old woman missing in Hawke's Bay.
Autumn Sciascia, of Porangahau, was reported missing about 10.30am and her car has been found on Wilder Road in Waipukurau.
Her family last had contact with her on Wednesday morning.
A search and rescue operation is underway in the area and a helicopter has been deployed.
Ms Sciascia is described as being of a medium build with fair skin and long dark hair.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police.