LIEUTENANT ALBERT BORELLA V.C. & VICTORIA CROSS MEMORIAL
119 Borella Road, Peard’s Complex, East Albury, Albury, NSW 2640 DIRECTIONS
Since 1918
Here’s The Deal:
Lieutenant Albert Borella V.C. & Victoria Cross memorial is a must-see when you visit Albury Wodonga. The Albert Borella also served as a lieutenant in the Second World War and settled in Albury, New South Wales. The memorial features a life-size Lieutenant Borella statue on one side, and all 100 Australian VC recipients etched in black granite on the other side. Borella was buried in 1968 in Albury with full military honours. The memorial was inspired by George Benyon and his family and supported by the RSL branch in Albury. Educational resources and Historical material are available. The place also has a Gift Shop.
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Statue, Monument, Tribute, Historical Places, Points of Interest, Sights & Memorial
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ALBURY LIBRARY MUSEUM
540 Kiewa Street, Albury, NSW 2640 DIRECTIONS
Since 2007
Here’s The Deal:
Albury Library Museum was designed by Ashton Raggatt McDougall and opened its gate in 2007. The Library Museum is a community hub bringing together state-of-the-art technology, reading and research facilities, a dynamic program of events and a diverse exhibition schedule. It has 50,000 books, journals and electronic media objects and attracted 80,000 visitors in its first year of operation. The staff in both the library and the museum section are absolutely fantastic and extremely helpful. You can learn a lot of things here, including a permanent display of local history as well as changing exhibitions. It offers free museum displays and a children's play area.
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Books, Venue Tour, Architecture Notes, Electronic Media Items, Free Wi-Fi, Exhibition Space, Technology and Services, Library, Information, Culture and Heritage Exhibitions, Meeting Room Hire & Magazines
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MONUMENT HILL WAR MEMORIAL
Memorial Drive, Albury, NSW 2640 DIRECTIONS
Since 1923
Here’s The Deal:
Monument Hill War Memorial was constructed in 1923 by the architect Louis Harrison and built at the cost of 3,000 pounds. The monument was unveiled on Anzac Day in 1925 in the dedication of the men and women who served in World War l. It is the Hilltop observation area with World War I & II memorials featuring stunning views of the city and surrounding region. It provides a variety of walking trails to and around the site, and you can enjoy the sights and sounds of the local native flora and fauna. The world war one monument sits on top of the hill providing amazing views of the city.
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War Memorial, Fitting Tribute, Tourist Attraction, Statues, Monuments, Sights and Landmarks, Steep Climb & Walking Tracks