Napier Girls' High School has cancelled tonight's school ball after receiving a threat against students' safety.
Some students had already begun their preparation for the big evening at the
Rodney Green Centennial Event Centre.
Hawke's Bay Today understands a threat was made, regarding the event, and organisers opted to cancel the event tonight.
An urgent email sent by school principal Dawn Ackroyd to parents and care-givers stated:
"Unfortunately we are cancelling tonight's ball for health and safety concerns based on latest information from Police.
"Please inform your partners of the latest situation.
