A Waitomo road that was closed earlier due to a gas leak has reopened.
The road was reopened at 6.30pm, but contractors continue to monitor the site.
A Fire and Emergency Services spokesman said they were called at about 12.42pm to an isolated leak from a gas main, whereafter a school and nearby houses were evacuated.
Police had then also advised motorists that Oparure Rd, near the intersection with State Highway 3, was closed.
A police spokesman said earlier that contractors were in attendance and there had been no reports of anyone requiring medical attention.
Both Te Kura Kaupapa Maori O Oparure school and nearby houses were evacuated as a precaution and those affected taken to a nearby marae, he said.
"They are all safe. The gas company is on site."