Our beloved council has before it a recommendation to accept a tender for $135,000 (only 90 per cent above the QS estimate) to demolish the arches in the mall.
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We are told this is necessary to prevent hooligans from hiding behind them and jumping out to molest passers-by.
This is plainly nonsense.
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The arches are an instantly recognised iconic feature. They distinguish our city from any other in the world – it is a marketing dream symbol.
How stupid can we get?
Crown St Mall's renowned archway.
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