BY IRWIN ANGIKI
It is one of the traditional highlights of any Independence Day celebrations – the police brass band performance.
Since the first celebrations of our Independence Day, the programme is never complete without the beloved RSIPF Brass Band performance.
The mesmerising rhythmic marching in line with the music beat, uniform march patterns and the occasional solo performances of one or two hyped up band members who step out in front and put on an extra show, catching the attention and amusement of the crowd.
RSIPF brass band never cease to live up to expectations.
This year is special as the ADF brass band again joins its RSIPF comrades, turning up the vibe.
Police media describes it well in its statement yesterday, Monday, July 7, 2025.
“The Royal Solomon Island Police Force (RSIPF) band and the Australian Defence Force (ADF) brass band rocked the crowd with their famous dancing patterns as the country marked the 47th Independence Day of Solomon Islands in Honiara on July 7, 2025.”
The RSIPF and ADF formed part of the official parade, which consisted of members of various national institutions both government and private sector who made up the parade formation.
RSIPF/ADF brass band collaboration provided some entertainment music after the official parade completed.
“The vibrant atmosphere was further enhanced by the cheers of the spectators, who enjoyed the lively tunes of the performance,” police media said.
During the official parade, Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele stood with the RSIPF Commissioner Mostyn Mangau on the dais and gave three happy cheers for the country turning 47 years old.
RSIPF and the Correctional Service of Solomon Islands (CSSI) mounted a colourful parade to commemorate the 47th anniversary of the Solomon Islands.
The guests, platoons and the crowd who were present during the event paid respect to our national flag when raised by our RSIPF police maritime officers.
Commissioner Mangau said Honiara City Council (HCC) Law Enforcement and community groups took part in the parade.
Mangau said the parade for them is a way to demonstrate through their discipline that they honour the country and are ready to serve our people.
“It is a way we build pride in the police force,” he said.
The RSIPF brass band started in the 1960s but grew dormant by the early 70s, according to a statement by the police media unit in 2009, published by Solomon Times Online.
It was however revived in 1976 with one of the main purposes being – Independence Day celebrations – as the country prepared for its independence from Great Britain in 1978.
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