Police are at the Waikawa Museum following information received about a substance of concern being located.
As a result, the museum has been closed to the public.
The New Zealand Defence Force Explosive Ordance Disposal unit based in Christchurch has been notified and they have sent a team down to assess the situation and dispose of the substance safely.
The disposal will happen today in a safe environment away from the museum.
Police and fire staff are working closely with the The NZ Defence Force Explosive Ordance Disposal team to ensure this incident is managed safely.
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