Slim Dusty Centre — Attraction in South Kempsey

Interesting place but a number of issues that need attention. The building appears unfinished. The This is your life section has cables in bundles hanging down the wall while the TV appears to be plugged into a temporary power point. The building has lots of exhibits but many are " fill materials. " For instance there is a whole wall of Gold,Platinum records when one or two would do. Lots if photo's of other musicians again filling large spaces. The opening promised performance spaces? Appears to be none. The opening also talked of training and research neither appear to be there. There is a major area on the Northern side that appears to be a wasted storage area but accounts for 15-20% of the building. The souvenir shop has a good selection of gifts but when I enquired about a belt was told only one on display if you want one go on-line? Car park proves very inconvenient if its rains. The complex has plenty of space but not well planned. This is evident in the entrance is at the opposite end of the building to the car park. Two major spaces are not assessable when you pay admission the Mates Room & Nulla Nulla gallery, they appear to be function centres. The cafe needs major attention. The staff were never rude they just appear to have few if any customer skills. This was evident by the slow service starting with long times to even get their attention to come to the counter despite 5 yes five staff. They did not know the menu we asked for the cafe and coffee special but were told No only scone and coffee special. I rechecked the board yes cake and coffee listed. The young staff need real down to earth training in customer service they kept walking out front and doing nothing despite dirty plates etc being on tables. They should also realise that when dealing with customers you do not wear you cap inside and especially not on backwards. The food served was however very nice. Why does the cafe close at 2.30 when the venue remains open to 4pm as many people hence income, is lost for the afternoon...

Slim dusty is an Australian icon and to have a centre that teaches us about him and his impact so close to where he was born is one of the best features around. The centre caters for groups or for individuals such as us who just wanted to learn a bit more about Slim and his legacy. We wandered the golden corridor and saw the photos from sljms past and all around enjoyed our stay. To top it off we had a beautiful cup of coffee and relaxed in the lovely slim dusty cafe. Definitely...

Slim Dusty Centre. What a great place and attribute to a wonder man and a great family.

EFTPOS, Toilets and Cafe it has it all. Seniors discount and you can use you 25.00 voucher here as well.

Have attached a couple of photos. Just a few of their golden guitars. Old Purple front and centre with their caravan still attached.

Also in the museum was an old disused fire truck which they used in the black fire because there was a water storage tank on it now very burnt....