Elizabeth Quay, a bit of a rant.....!!

If you read the sign above it's probably true that at some point way back in the 1800's a brave boatman would have looked at a 'portly' passenger and said "nup, no way, it's just not going to happen!" and that would have been enough to precipitate the beginnings of change. It seems to me that Perth is changing faster than is really necessary these days. I'm totally on board with the Perth City Link project, linking Northbridge with the city whilst removing the eyesore of the old railway lines in the process is a stroke of genius, but really Mr. Barnett do we need to spend an estimated $2.6 billion on creating Elizabeth Quay, at a time when vital services e.g.police, nurses, roads, teachers for starters, could be doing with a decent influx of funds, perhaps it's a bit naff to be spending quite that much money on an already attractive area that with the addition of a few more family friendly cafes and restaurants, maybe a smattering of boat pens, would be even more so! Check out the link and tell me what you think, more highrise buildings or a more European riverfront? Perth is such a pretty city, it would be a shame if it became known as a 'more flash than cash' town. It's a moot point anyway, work has begun, but I do feel better for getting it off my chest and later when the city is in complete turmoil I'll be able to say.."I told you so" haha! What a week, TGIF take care and stay safe.....