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June 3, 2026

Science in the Pub at The Eltham Pub

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Biologist Tim Low. Photo supplied

Science in the Pub is returning with the first event taking place at The Eltham Pub on Thursday 4 May from 5.30pm with biologist Tim Low who will be exploring the birds of the Big Scrub and how the songbirds of Australia’s rainforests changed the world.

Tim Low is a renowned writer and biologist and author of the award-winning bestseller Where Song Began. Tim will share his knowledge and experience in an exploration of the birds of

the Big Scrub, and how their unique songs have shaped the world we live in today.

Support bird life

Joining Tim will be Mark Dunphy, from Big Scrub Landcare, who will speak about what landholders can do to support bird life in their own backyards. Mark has a wealth of knowledge on the subject, and will offer practical advice on how to create a welcoming environment for local bird populations.

light refreshments are availbel on arrival and attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions of the speakers and meet other like-minded people interested in bird conservation. Tim Low will be available for book signing after the event.

Tickets are free, however bookings are essential as there are limited spaces. Register here if you would like to come along: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/615346988407 (you can also search for ‘Science in the Pub- Voices of the Rainforest with Tim Low’ on Eventbrite to find it).



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Ballina Council wrap

With local government meeting practice across the state returning to confusion following the NSW Legislative Council's recent decision, Ballina Shire Council's last meeting included a lot of unanimous decisions and an argument about the remnants of the Big Scrub, in which Mayor Cadwallader used her casting vote to squash Cr Simon Chate's motion.

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