A Local’s Guide to Albury

Albury is located in southern New South Wales next to Australia’s largest river: The Murray River.

Currently with a population of 52,000, Albury offers visitors urban life adventures in a beautiful country setting.

Albury is a community based and family orientated area, rich in history. Star Aviation’s Airport Manager lexi Schlotz says she loves her home town Albury, were she now raises her own family.

Denis France, Star Aviation 2ic, originally from the UK says ‘Albury offers a good work life balance.’

The Abury team agree the best place to visit when exploring Albury is the Murray River. Lexi also loves to take her children to Oddie’s Creek Adventure Playspace where there is plenty of attractions such as flying foxes, sand pits, climbing frames and BBQ facilities.

Shellene Morris, Star Aviation Customer Service Officer, says Albury offers the community a variety of music festival opportunities due to Albury’s close proximity to Melbourne.

When we asked the Albury team the best place to eat we had a variety of options provided:

  • Noodle Box- Nasi Goreng and their spring rolls were highly recommended!
  • Eddie Tavern Wodonga
  • Taco Bell

If you’re looking to stay in Albury why not check out some of the teams recommendations:

  • Atura
  • Best Western Plus Hovell Tree Inn
  • Big 4 Caravan Park Ettamogah

We hope you have the opportunity to visit Albury and explore its beautiful country side with a modern twist.

Photo Credit: Evocities