The day is about remembrance and is at the core of our national psyche.

No doubt, there will be some people who can't control themselves. They should be kept away from any of the memorial services or marches in the interests of community safety - and respect.

The police have already launched a high-visibility operation to ensure crowd safety on Anzac Day.

Operation Blueridge will focus on enabling everyone to commemorate the day "without fear of being troubled by violent or drunken behaviour".

Residents observing any antisocial behaviour should alert the police, who will be out in force.

Police will also have a strong presence on roads in Orana. They will target all driving offences with a focus on drink-driving and will conduct random breath tests on routes to and from celebrations.

Motorists should heed their warnings and stick to speed limits, avoid driving if they have consumed alcohol or drugs, wear seatbelts and only use hands-free mobile phones.

They are the standard police warnings issued at times when road use soars. The weekend coincides with the end of school holidays.

While demerit points for offences have been doubled, it is not about the penalties. It is about keeping everyone safe.

Respect and safety are not too much to ask for.