Police are urgently appealing for information to help locate a 70-year-old woman missing from Burnside, Christchurch.

Maree was last seen near Flay Crescent around 1.30pm today, walking towards Wayside.

She is believed to be wearing black or blue trousers and a red or pink top, possibly with black spots.

Police said both officers and Maree’s family have serious concerns for her welfare and want to find her as soon as possible.

Anyone who has seen Maree or knows where she might be is urged to call 111 immediately, quoting reference number P068006986.