A Taupō school lockdown has now been lifted after police responded to a report of a person with a gun in the area.
Police were called to Acacia Bay Rd, Nukuhau.
However, police have since confirmed no firearm was involved and they are "speaking with the person" involved.
"Cordons are being stood down and the lockdown lifted in the Acacia Bay area," police said.
"Police would like to thank the community for responding to police instructions and their patience and understanding while we resolved the situation."
A message on St Patrick's Catholic School said the lockdown has since lifted.
"Lockdown is now lifted, all children are safe, and the situation is resolved. Contstable Tash is visiting each classroom now," the school said.
"Please do not come to the school, our school day can now proceed as normal."
An earlier notice on its website said: "Our school is currently in lockdown out of an abundance of caution, at the advise of the police.
"All children are accounted for and safe in their classrooms.
"We will be in touch with more information as soon as possible.
"Do not come to school, you will not be permitted on site. Please do not call the school, we need our phone lines kept clear.
"Thanks for your understanding, your child/ren are all safe and well.Newshub tried to call the school earlier but couldn't get through."
