Eastern Bay Police dealt with a domestic violence incident on Galatea Rd at 7am this morning.
Whakatane Senior Sergeant Yvonne Parker said a firearm was present during the incident.
Police are currently taking a female and her children from the address and will continue with inquiries to locate her partner and the weapon.
There are no fears for the safety of any other people in the area at this time.
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