Police on Brandon Street, central Wellington. Photo: RNZ / Ellen O'Dwyer
A street in central Wellington has reopened after police closed it while responding to an "item of concern".
In a statement, police said a report had been received about an item of concern at a premises on Brandon Street.
The street was closed at Featherston Street and Lambton Quay while the item was assessed.
It has since re-opened.
"Inquiries determined the item was not of concern and police are due to leave the scene shortly."
A reporter at the scene said it was business as usual on the street, and just one police car could be seen opposite the Iraeli embassy.
