Singh worked at the AIECT Trust as a child educator and had studied at the University of the South Pacific.

The investigation into her violent death was in its early stages.

"It is still unclear what has gone on inside house," said Detective Inspector Gary Lendrum.

"(It's) early days but hopefully our scene examination and post mortem will reveal more."

Lendrum earlier said police were carrying out a scene examination with specialist forensic staff. 

"We are currently working through what has happened," he said.

"As a result of our initial assessment of the scene a homicide inquiry has commenced.

"The deceased will be removed from the address shortly and will undergo a post mortem later to determine the cause of her death."

Police would like to hear from any members of the community that may have been in the 
Maich Rd area of Manurewa last night.

Any witnesses should contact the Counties Manukau Police on 09 261 1321.

To pass information to police anonymously, they could call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.