PAINTBALL AND SKIRMISH KEMPSEY

The Estate Sherwood is a restaurant with a bar and functions venue. Specialising in relaxed dining and functions of all sizes. They have an interest in good food, music and great wine, showcasing regional produce including black Angus, fruits from the orchard plus free range chicken and duck eggs from The Estate. Being 10 minutes from the Pacific Highway it is worth detouring for a meal and close to Kempsey making it a great place to dine. Bookings are recommended for Saturday nights and functions and weddings are popular then.

Wigay Aboriginal Cultural Park in Kempsey provides a unique opportunity to experience local Aboriginal culture and learn about traditional foods, all within a natural parkland setting. Wander through the 2.75 hectare park at your own pace, or take an interactive guided tour to learn which of the many native trees, shrubs and plants are used by Aboriginal people for food and medicinal purposes.

Kempsey Museum features the history of the Macleay Valley from before white settlement to the present day, including a pioneer cottage furnished using historical items. Set in South Kempsey Park, next to Visitor Information Centre. Displays include aboriginal history, boot making, timber industry, military history, natural history, dairy industry, shipping, historical vehicles, Shorty Ranger and local country music, telecommunications, textiles, silverware, ceramics and glassware, and the Angus McNeil glass negative photography collection. Bus groups welcome.

The Dunghutti-Ngaku Aboriginal Art Gallery (DNAAG) is an Aboriginal gallery housed in the annex of the Kempsey Visitor Information Centre, designed by internationally renowned architect Glen Murcutt. The gallery is nestled in parkland on the south side of Kempsey in the Macleay Valley on the Mid North Coast of NSW, and has been operational now for the past five years thanks to Indigenous Visual Arts Industry Support. The aim of the gallery is to showcase and market works of prominent, established and emerging Aboriginal artists of the Dunghutti region and Mid North Coast area. Throughout this region there is a diverse selection of storytelling through artwork. Works are constantly changing as per the Exhibition Program. Products include paintings, weaving, baskets, bush foods, cards, wood and textiles available for purchase.

The Macleay River Museum is an award winning museum of applied local history with a Settlers Cottage and art show, housed in the cultural centre designed by world-renowned architect, Glen Murcutt. The museum is also the home of the Angus McNeil Glass Negative. The museum showcases Aboriginal artefacts, colonial history from the 1830s, the cedar and timber industries, farm machinery and tools, river transport, period clothing, servicemen, historical publications and photos of Kempsey district. The Research Department. There is an extensive collection of local history and family files in the library and record room. This service is available for anyone wishing to research local families, locations and topics.

Moon River Motor Inn is a quiet riverbank Kempsey motel located on the banks of the beautiful Macleay River. Enjoy a relaxing stay in motel gardens, huge swimming pool or on the riverbank, watching the Macleay River slowly passing by. Moon River Motor Inn offers a range of motel accommodation types to three bedroom fully self-contained apartments. Step from your room into the heart of nature's wonderland - watch the wide variety of water birds on the river, you might even be lucky enough to see a pod of dolphins. The motel is set in three acres of park like grounds. Enjoy lovely meals and great wines at Moon River Restaurant with great views on the river. Pet friendly in guest's own car or trailer....

The Kempsey Motor Inn has a beautiful parkland setting on four hectares with a swimming pool and wading pool for the kids, games room and guest laundry and adjacent to the golf club. All units are quiet, spacious and located on the ground floor. The Motel is the first on your left, approximately two kilometres after leaving the Kempsey By-Pass southern interchange and is three kilometres from Kempsey central business district. The Stardust licensed restaurant offers a la carte dining and is open Monday to Saturday nights and is closed on public holidays. ...

South Kempsey has the award winning Val Melville Centre which houses the Macleay River Historical Society's Museum, the Visitor Information Centre and the Dunghutti Ngaku Aboriginal Art Gallery. The building was designed by the internationally known architect Glenn Murcutt. The architecturally stunning Slim Dusty Centre is also located on the Macleay Valley Way at South Kempsey due to open in October 2015, when completed will be an iconic Australian experience built around the legendary country music star and Australian country music. The local Golf Club has a manicured 18 hole course with resident kangaroos and access to a number of mountain biking trails. The is a number of motels in South Kempsey as well as caravan parks....

Bellbrook – Slim Dusty Way The mountainous hinterland region is the true surprise and delight of the Macleay Valley Coast. Within minutes of leaving the beach you can find yourself in the heart of the Australian bush with crystal clear creeks, rocky outcrops, towering eucalypts and the warmth of good old fashioned country hospitality. Bellbrook is a must for all country music fans and the old mountain village is only about an hour’s scenic drive up river from Kempsey. It is home to one of Australia’s all-time country music greats, Slim Dusty. Pay a visit to his homestead, near Bellbrook, where you’ll see for yourself the source of his inspiration. To find Slim Dusty’s childhood home at Nulla Nulla, drive north across the Kempsey Traffic Bridge and veer left at the first set of traffic lights onto Belgrave Street. Drive across the railway crossing, straight ahead at two roundabouts and veer to the right into River Street. Follow the signs to Bellbrook as River Street transitions into Armidale Road. Just before you reach Bellbrook township, turn right into Nulla Nulla Creek Road. Slim’s childhood home is about two kilometres past the bitumen, on the left. Although the home is closed to the public, an interactive display at the front traces his rise to stardom. Return to the Armidale Road, turn right towards Bellbrook and wander back in time at this Heritage-listed village. Continue west about 20 kilometres along the Armidale Road to Blackbird Flat picnic area for a barbecue or a swim in the Macleay River. Stop on the banks of the Macleay River which is the second fastest flowing river in the southern hemisphere when in flood. This picnic area is suitable for car based camping but no towing or large vehicles past Bellbrook. Blackbird Flat has pit toilets and is pet friendly. Return to Kempsey back along Armidale Road....

They take great pride in being a family owned and operated independent brewery located in their hometown of Kempsey on the beautiful Mid-North Coast of NSW. What you get is what you see, with their wide range of quality beers personally created, brewed, fermented, taste-tested and packaged on site by them. They have a wide range of different beers always available, perfect for every situation. They warmly invite you to become part of the Bucket family by dropping in to their cellar door. With the current COVID restrictions in place their normal bar operations are closed, but they are still doing takeaway sales!...

Visit this innovative museum dedicated to Australia's iconic legend Slim Dusty, and experience a wealth of music history and Australian culture and art. Slim's dream was to provide a venue for music and cultural opportunities for all Australians to participate in and enjoy, and as a showcase for international tourists to visit. The Slim Dusty Centre and Museum is housed in a stunning architect designed space, situated in a natural bushland setting. The Centre encapsulates the; Slim Dusty Museum, Theatrette, Recording Studio, Touring Gallery, Cafe, Function Centre and merchandise shop. The Slim Dusty Centre is suitable for all ages with easy access for wheelchairs and prams and easy parking for coaches and caravans. Slim Dusty Centre staff and volunteers will make your visit to the Slim Dusty Centre unforgettable. They can tailor your visit with tours of the museum with morning tea or lunch to suit your special group. ...

Kempsey Central is the place to go for food, fun, convenience and more. Easy parking with no time limits, a great location and plenty to do nearby makes Kempsey Central the place to meet. What else would you expect from the centre of Kempsey? At Kempsey Central, they’ve put their heart into creating a destination that has everything you love together in one place....

Frederickton is the next village just north of Kempsey located on Macleay Valley Way. Fredo Pies and Café is a must do when in town, make sure to try one of the famous croc pies! The Garden Bar and restaurant offers fantastic waterfront dining for breakfast, lunch and dinner and is located in the Old Cheese Factory. Another place for a tasty bite to eat in town is the Macleay River Hotel which offers all your pub favourites. If you like to play golf, there is a nine hole course at the Frederickton Golf Club which has scenic views of the Lower Macleay and black cockatoos nest in the trees near the club house....

Collombatti Lookout offers 360 degrees views of the Macleay Valley Coast, on a clear day see from Mt Yarrahapinni to Crescent Head along the coast. There are also views of Kempsey to the south and Bellbrook's Andersons Sugarloaf Mountain to the west. Cedar Park Picnic Area is nearby on the Cedar Park Scenic Drive. The road is unsealed and four wheel drive is required, access is via Frederickton or Greenhill. ...

Frederickton Golf Club features a well-groomed, picturesque nine-hole course that provides plenty of challenges for the keen golfer and the weekend hacker alike. The club is known for its friendly, relaxed atmosphere and hospitality, with the club offering a bistro every Friday night, and the kitchen opens for lunch on Saturday. They also cater for functions. As well as the bistro they also offer a barbecue area which can be used by social groups, you bring the meat and they can provide the rest. Out on the course, the golfers are well catered for with six carts for hire at great rates and green fee specials on Sunday when it will only cost you AUD10 for a round....

South Kempsey has the award winning Val Melville Centre which houses the Macleay River Historical Society's Museum, the Visitor Information Centre and the Dunghutti Ngaku Aboriginal Art Gallery. The building was designed by the internationally known architect Glenn Murcutt. The architecturally stunning Slim Dusty Centre is also located on the Macleay Valley Way at South Kempsey due to open in October 2015, when completed will be an iconic Australian experience built around the legendary country music star and Australian country music. The local Golf Club has a manicured 18 hole course with resident kangaroos and access to a number of mountain biking trails. The is a number of motels in South Kempsey as well as caravan parks....