Venue Hire

The Slim Dusty Centre has a range of options for functions and events, including the large Mates Room and the Nulla Nulla Regional Gallery, for your company's next meeting or special event. We can also host evening events and concerts in the centre. 

Mates room capacity:   

The Mates Room is our largest events space. It is within the museum and is a dedicated closed area that can be configured to your needs. It is a large room with a stage. The capacity options are:

120 seated, round tables with black tablecloths and black seats

200 theatre style, row seating

Technical Equipment Available: 

  • PA System  
  • Projector w/ HDMI cable  

*Please note if your event requires extra technical assistance, we work with a production company at an extra cost 

Mates Room Hire Rates:

Mondays to Fridays $400 for the day. The room is available for set up from 8.30am and open until 4pm.

Saturdays $600 for the day. The room is available for set up from 9.30am and open until 2pm.

We also offer evening and out of hours events, with prices varying depending on the event type, time length, number of people and serving of alcohol. Please contact us to discuss your needs and we can provide a quote.

Sundays: We are closed

Inclusions

The following are optional inclusions in the hire cost of the Mates Room:                                                                                   

  • Wi Fi
  • Table Water
  • Air Conditioning  
  • Table Mints
  • Small Whiteboard 

Extras

The following are additional costs in the hire cost of the Mates Room:                                                                                   

  • Pens and notepads: $1.50 per person
  • Staff costs for out of hours events
  • Evening events will require a duty manager at an additional staff cost

Nulla Nulla Regional Gallery

The Nulla Nulla Regional Gallery area within the museum is a unique location for small events. It is available in the evenings. Costs vary depending on the event type, amount of people, length of time and serving of alcohol.

Please contact us to discuss your needs and we can provide a quote.

Catering Options 

$27.50 per person - Morning tea, Lunch, Afternoon tea  

  • All day Tea/Coffee in room  
  • Morning Tea - scones w/ jam & cream + Gluten Free slice + Fruit  
  • Lunch - Mixed Sandwiches or Wraps, includes 2 hot food options + Fruit Platter 
  • Afternoon Tea – slice & biscuits + Fruit Platter 

$22.50 per person - Morning Tea & Lunch     

  • All day Tea/Coffee in room  
  • Morning Tea - scones jam & cream + Gluten Free slice + Fruit  
  • Lunch - Mixed Sandwiches or Wraps + Fruit 

$12.50 per person - Morning Tea only   

  • All day Tea/Coffee in room  
  • Morning Tea - scones jam & cream + Gluten Free slice + Fruit 

Accessibility  

  • There are accessible parking bays and drop-off zones
  • The centre is mainly flat and level ground. There are wheelchairs and walkers available should you like to access them
  • Once inside, the building is accessible with no stairs, wide doors, flat ground and resting spots around the centre 
  • Large doorways with colour contrasting door frames and trims 
  • Adequate lighting 
  • Drinking water and shade for guide dogs outside
  • Display cabinets at differing heights 
  • Clearly marked accessible emergency exits 
  • Accessible toilets that are unisex and can be used by people with a disability and their carers


Contact Us for a Quote

If you would like to make a booking enquiry, please email: info@slimdustycentre.com.au with the subject line 'Event Enquiry' and include details of your event, your preferred dates, the number of attendees, the catering required, the equipment required and your contact details. Our event co-ordinator will get back to you with a quote and availability.