He said police were not currently seeking any further in relation to the death, however a number of enquiries remained ongoing.
"Ōtāhuhu residents can expect to see a continued Police presence in the area today, including cordons around the Jane Cowie property, where a scene examination will continue today."
Adkin said a homicide investigation was now underway with a post mortem and formal identification to be carried out.
People who had not yet spoken with police, and had information that might assist police enquiries, were asked to contact officers on 105 quoting the file number 220818/6720.
As this matter was now before the court, police were limited in further comment on the matter, he said.