Police are appealing for public assistance to help locate missing boy Riley.
The 14-year-old Alfredton boy was last seen at an address on Windsor Avenue in Alfredton about 11am on Saturday 24 August.
Riley is described as being Caucasian in appearance, approximately 170cm tall with dark blonde hair and blue eyes.
He was last seen wearing a red jumper with a picture of a mushroom on it, shorts, black runners and carrying a small black bag.
Police and family have concerns for Riley's welfare due to his age.
Investigators have released an image of Riley in the hope that someone can provide information on his current whereabouts.
Anyone with information or CCTV/dashcam footage is urged to contact Ballarat Police Station on 53366000 or Crime Stoppers on 1800333000.