RP
Riverside Plumbing Co
Plumber · Gasfitter
Blocked drains, hot water and gas fitting. Same day callouts across Albury and Wodonga.
Open until 5pm
New South Wales · Victoria
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DH
Dean and Hovell Coffee
Cafe · Roastery
Single origin roasted on site. Big table, fast wifi, dogs welcome out front.
Open until 3pm
TH
Tanswells Commercial Hotel
Country pub · Rooms
Beer garden out back, kitchen until 8:30pm, twelve rooms upstairs. Live music Fridays.
Open until 11pm
BA
Border Auto Electrical
Auto electrician · 4WD
Diagnostics, dual battery and caravan wiring. Euro and 4WD specialists.
Open until 5:30pm
YV
Yack Valley Landscapes
Landscaping · Retaining walls
Native gardens, dry stone and irrigation. Books out three months ahead.
Open until 4pm
AM
Albury Model Railway Club
Hobby club · Open days
Meets Wednesday nights and second Sunday. Juniors welcome, first three visits free.
Next meet Wed 7pm
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