Police are investigating a shed fire at Avondale Islamic Centre in Blockhouse Bay.

Police were advised of a fire at Avondale Islamic Centre at 2.45am on Sunday.

Detective Senior Sergeant Paul Newman from Glenn Innes CIB says a small fire was located in a storage area attached to the side of the main building.

'Damage was limited to the inside of this shed. The Mosque itself was not damaged."

Initially two fire trucks attended the scene and as a precaution an additional two fire trucks also attended.

The cause of the fire is now being investigated by the Fire Service and Police.

Thankfully, a member of the public noticed smoke and call for assistance, says Mr Newman.

As the investigation is in its early stages the cause of the fire is still undetermined. No further will be made at this time.