Police are appealing for sightings of a teenage girl missing in Auckland, saying her family are concerned about her safety.

Elizabeth, 16, whose surname was not supplied, has not been seen since Saturday, a police spokesman said.

She was believed to be in downtown Auckland or the Karangahape Rd area, the spokesman said.

The last place her family saw her was at home in Torbay, about 25km away from where police said she may be.

Elizabeth, 16, of Torbay, Auckland. Photo / New Zealand Police

A description was provided: She is 165cm tall, has light brown hair and blue eyes.

“Police and her family have concerns for Elizabeth’s safety,” the spokesman said.

“We ask anyone who sights Elizabeth to please contact police as soon as possible on 111,” he said.

“Additionally, anyone who has further information on her whereabouts should contact police on 105, using the reference number 241209/8765.”

Raphael Franks is an Auckland-based reporter who covers breaking news. He joined the Herald as a Te Rito cadet in 2022.