Police have renewed their appeal for information on the whereabouts of missing Christchurch woman Rowena Walker, nearly eight months after her last confirmed sighting.

Detective Senior Sergeant Jo Carolan said Rowena, 39, was captured on CCTV on 14 August on Bassett Street in Christchurch with an associate. “We know she travelled often, and in our efforts, we have searched in several districts including Waikato, Tasman, and Canterbury. Unfortunately, we have not been able to locate Rowena.”

Carolan said Rowena has not been in contact with her children since she went missing and, with her 40th birthday approaching, her family is increasingly concerned for her safety. “If you know anything, no matter how small you think it may be, it may be the piece in the puzzle we need to locate Rowena.”

Police thanked members of the public who have already provided information and assistance.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Police online at 105.police.govt.nz or call 105, quoting file number 251022/9026. Information can also be given anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.