Auckland, New Zealand Two months have passed since Te Anihana Pomana (also known as Ani Anderson). Vanished from the heart of Auckland’s CBD, leaving behind a trail of unanswered questions. a distraught family desperately seeking answers. The 25-year-old was last seen on CCTV footage leaving the SkyCity Hotel in the early hours of August 21st, and despite a concerted police effort, the trail has gone cold.

The circumstances of her disappearance are highly concerning. At approximately 5:06 am, Ms. Pomana walked out of the central city hotel, leaving all of her personal belongings, including her bank cards and phone, behind in her room.

The Last Known Movements

CCTV footage has provided a brief timeline before she was lost to the city’s vast network:

• 5:06 am, August 21: Ms. Pomana is seen leaving the SkyCity Hotel.
• 5:16 am, August 21: She is captured briefly on CCTV heading along Victoria Street West, but this is her last confirmed sighting.

In the days leading up to her disappearance. She had travelled extensively across New Zealand and had been treated in Auckland for existing injuries. Police also confirmed she had withdrawn cash before she went missing, and her bank account has not been used since that day.

Another concerning detail emerged from the investigation: Ms. Pomana spent approximately two hours in the SkyCity basement carpark prior to leaving the hotel. Entering with clean clothes and returning to her room with them appearing dirty and dishevelled. She changed into a clean, distinctive white outfit just before walking out for the final time.

Police and Family Appeals

Detective Senior Sergeant Martin Friend acknowledged the pain and frustration felt by Ms. Pomana’s family. Confirming that significant resources have been committed to the case. However, despite the dense network of CCTV cameras in central Auckland. Police have not been able to identify any new, positive leads.

The police have issued a strong appeal to central Auckland business owners. Urging them to conduct thorough checks of their premises, including any storage areas, outbuildings, or secluded spaces, in case she sought shelter unnoticed.

Ms. Pomana’s family, who have travelled from Dunedin to aid the search, have made emotional pleas for her return. Her mother has described her as a “much-loved daughter, sister, niece, friend and mokopuna”. Who was struggling with her physical and mental health.

Family Appeal: “We all love you and we miss you. Please let us know that you’re okay.”

The case remains a distressing mystery, with police and family alike holding grave concerns for the wellbeing of Te Anihana Pomana. Authorities urge the public to come forward with any information, no matter how small or seemingly insignificant.

Call for Information: Anyone with information is asked to contact Police on 105. Quoting file reference number 250822/6281, or provide information anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.