MYSTERIOUS steps have been unearthed today, Thursday September 25, 2014, at the Elizabeth Quay development, leading the Metropolitan Redevelopment Authority to call in experts to figure out what they are.
Works have stopped in the immediate area while the investigation is carried out. The Voice understands the steps could be from the old jetty leading out to the pontoon near the baths.
During early works on the site a team of archaeologists undertook test excavation on five areas to investigate artefacts—including from the original Barrack Street jetty circa 1860—sporting facilities, and an international exhibition built on the reclaimed land.
But the MRA said in its FAQ “no significant archeological remains were identified and it has been determined that no further archeological investigations are required”.
In March works had to be stopped after old wooden pillars were unearthed, and piles thought to be from the 1900 William Street wharf were dug up late 2013.
by DAVID BELL
Perth Voice Interactive 
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