A lot of hard work has been going on in and around Mosgiel on a number of community projects.

We’re extremely happy to report that Outram Glen finally has some new toilets and that soon there will also be a new picnic area with an accessible concrete path, new covered community barbecue and seating.

Work on the upgraded BMX track and permanent puppet track is now complete and it’s been great to see so many bike riders, skateboarders and scooter enthusiasts making good use of these new tracks.

Cycle trails onto and across the Taieri remain a focus for the board. A community-led project will see a loop track that is going to come from Outram village down to the Glen at the Taieri Historical Park, and back to Outram.

It’s being led entirely by the locals with support from the community board, which is great to see. The Rotary and the Lions Clubs have to be acknowledged for helping out as well.

Traffic also remains to be an issue in Mosgiel. There have been several serious near misses with school children walking to school in recent months and we want to see speeds reduced sooner than later, rather than kicking the can down the road and delaying the decision.

Hopefully those with the powers that be can prioritise the safety of our children and residents who frequently walk around town.

Dean McAlwee
Deputy Chair
Mosgiel Taieri Community Board