Mosgiel the ‘ideal location for motorhome visitors’

Celebrating Mosgiel being awarded ‘‘motorhome-friendly’’ status last week are (from left) Mosgiel Business Association secretary Kristy Compton, Mosgiel-Taieri Community Board chairwoman Sarah Nitis, New Zealand Motor Caravan Association Otago chairman Ken Foote, Dunedin Mayor Dave Cull, Enterprise Dunedin PR and promotions adviser Sarah Bramhall and Dunedin City Council parks and recreation manager Robert West. Photo: Christine O'Connor

Mosgiel is the latest addition to a national ‘‘motorhome friendly town’’ scheme facilitated by the New Zealand Motor Caravan Association.

Speaking at the accreditation ceremony in Mosgiel last week, Dunedin Mayor Dave Cull said Mosgiel was the ‘‘ideal location for motorhome visitors, with a mix of rural charm, excellent local amenities and a number of attractions in the local area’’.

In a statement, association chief executive Bruce Lochore said that the accreditation was a ‘‘win-win’’ for everyone.

‘‘For Mosgiel, official recognition as motorhome friendly will encourage more of our members to stop, stay and spend. And for motorhomers, the town’s status as motorhome friendly is a clear indication that they can expect a warm welcome.’’

The motor caravan association has more than 80,000 members in New Zealand.

At the ceremony, Mr Cull was given a certificate and two ‘‘motorhome-friendly town’’ signs for display in Mosgiel.

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