A.P. Motors – 50 Years in Riverstone

A.P Motors, 50 Years in Riverstone

Charlie Persak started his spare parts business 50 years ago from the family home in Creek Street. He moved to the current premises in Railway Terrace, leasing the building from Wally Wood and purchasing the building in the early 1970s. Charlie, Gwenda and Adam have opened the business seven days a week for the convenience of customers. Sadly, Charlie passed away recently, still operating the business that he loved.

c1909. The premises when in use as Charles Davis General Store.

c1980. AP Motors. On the left hand side details of the former occupants can be seen with “Davis Bros Store” and a “Nestles milk” ad painted on the wall.
AP Motors, The business as it stands today (2017)

Photos: Rosemary Phillis

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