New arcade would link to Terrace

A PROPOSED new arcade would link St George’s Terrace with the eastern end of the Hay Street Mall.

It is understood there are plans to link the new food hall to be included in the David Jones $100 million redevelopment of the Aherns city store with St George’s Terrace.

The topography of this part of the CBD would suit the proposed arcade, which would provide the Terrace’s many office workers with easy, covered access to the eatery.

Other CBD arcades such as City Arcade have proved successful in Perth.

While it is understood the Perth City Council has received no plans for the arcade, sources suggest the proposal would be supported.

It may also increase pedestrian traffic flows through to the Hay and Murray Street malls which are currently experiencing a retail slump.