A major police operation is underway in Wellington after a woman's body was discovered in the harbour on Sunday morning.
The woman, believed to be 60 to 70 years old, was located in the water off Māhina Bay at around 8am.
"Police are appealing for information that could help identify a person located deceased in Wellington Harbour this morning," a police spokesperson said.
"She was clothed in activewear including a black hooded sweatshirt with white writing."
Police warned residents of harbourside suburbs that there will be an increased police presence as enquiries take place, including shoreline searches.
Anyone with information is urged to contact police and reference event number P058493779.
