After nearly three years of construction, an upgraded one-way George St is open and ready for business. PHOTOS: STEPHEN JAQUIERY : In pictures: By George, revamp's complete

An early morning crowd braves the autumnal chill to celebrate the opening of the new and improved George St retail quarter in the Meridian Mall block yesterday. : In pictures: By George, revamp's complete

Overhead lighting, installed as part of upgrades to the George St retail quarter, hang above the Meridian Mall block. : In pictures: By George, revamp's complete

Central city plan project director Dr Glen Hazelton attends the unveiling of the upgraded George St retail quarter. : In pictures: By George, revamp's complete

Enjoying one of George Street’s new seesaws are (from left) Dunedin city councillors Kevin Gilbert and Andrew Whiley and Dunedin Mayor Jules Radich. : In pictures: By George, revamp's complete