A spokesman thanked the public and media for their assistance during the search.

UPDATE 5.05pm: Police have located missing Strathfieldsaye boy Brandon Norton.

The boy, who went missing from his family's Sullivan's Road home on Sunday night, was reunited with his family a short time ago.

Further details to follow.

EARLIER, Police are searching for a Strathfieldsaye boy, who was reported missing from his family home on Sunday night.

Brandon Norton, who has autism, was last seen at his home on Sullivans Road at 10pm on Sunday.

Police said there have been no reported sightings of the boy since.

Brandon is described as Caucasian, 160cm tall, of slim build with short brown hair. 

He was wearing a dark blue and grey polo top with navy blue shorts. 

Bendigo police units and SES are currently searching the Strathfieldsaye area. 

An image of Brandon has been released. 

Anyone who may know his whereabouts should contact Bendigo police on 5448 1300.