Happy 2010 Mangaf… It’s messy but it will be a memory in a year 
Archive for December, 2009
Happy New Year
December 31, 2009Oops
December 2, 2009
Rubbish Truck takes Mud Bath
A friend & neighbour posted these images on Facebook November 29th. I saw them yesterday and he kindly gave me permission to use them today. Thank you Moosa.
In the Papers
December 1, 2009Local resident AbdulRahman sent me this article from Al Watan daily – published November 25th. The Minister of Works attended a local Diwaniya and discussed various matters about Mangaf’s development. These meetings are always good reminders to keep things moving. I was pleased to see that the issue of this bridge was brought up – as it’s been dead for over a year now.
The Fence
December 1, 2009
A few months ago, I heard about a contract being discussed about fencing in the pipeline area in Mangaf. I have no idea if this is the start of it, nor about what the plan for the final look is.
Footpath
December 1, 2009
Parallel to the development we’re having in phase 3, the footpaths are finally being put in place in the established areas. It’s nice to see the increase in the level of activity around us. Within the next year or so, Mangaf will have a much more complete look.
I’ve been watching these people since the day they started. I’m disappointed not to see space being left for trees! It seems we will get these horrible concrete paths (which is an improvement – yes) but I wish some green finds its way to us! God knows we need it.
First New Road
December 1, 2009
This is our first new road. I took this shot on November 13th as it started to take shape. It will link the exit road off highway 30 to the middle (Fire Brigade) road. As sad as it sounds, I was excited to drive over it
