“I do have to wonder where all the parents are … you’ve got to know where your kids are and what they’re up to.”
Little had family at Mahia this Labour Weekend who told him the town was “chocka” with holidaymakers.
He said the disorder was disappointing for locals.
“It’s such a beautiful community.
“What’s happened this weekend, they’ll be pretty grumpy about it.”
Acting Inspector Andrew Knox urged parents and guardians to speak to their young people.
“We’re not out to be the fun police, but this behaviour just isn’t going to end well for anyone,” he warned.
“We don’t want the weekend celebrations being marred by the actions of others.”