By RODRICK DESURI 

Auki 

The Malaita Provincial Police appreciates the people of Auki for being on their best behaviour during Christmas Eve and calls on them to do the same during countdown celebrations for the new year 2026.

Appreciation has been sent out to community leaders, parents, and chiefs for working together with the police. 

Malaita Provincial Police Commander, Superintendent Michael Ramosaea, also reminds the people of Auki to uphold this same behavior during the New Year countdown celebrations that will take place on Wednesday night, December 31, 2025. 

He said this is to avoid unwanted social activities such as disturbances with loud music, fighting, and acts of violence in the communities. 

“I want to remind my good people that while appreciation has been sent out to you for behaving during Christmas Eve, I also appeal for you to continue the same behavior during the New Year.

“It is a time of enjoyment and happiness, but celebrations must be done with respect for others, and we should celebrate in a peaceful manner,” he said.

Superintendent Ramosaea also appeals to community leaders, church elders, chiefs, and parents to take good care of their children during the New Year celebrations.

He said the police will continue their operations to ensure people are enjoying themselves safely at home.

“I call on my good community leaders, church elders, chiefs, and especially parents to look after their children during this New Year’s celebration.

“This is the time that our young people will go out and want to enjoy themselves with their friends.

“Be mindful that the police will continue to conduct operations within our town and communities,” he said.

Superintendent Ramosaea stressed that the police will be alert to arrest anyone causing disturbances or incidents during the New Year celebration.

He also wishes everyone in Malaita Province a joyful New Year 2026.

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