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COVER STORY
New Limerick hurling manager Donal O’Grady brings fresh hopes for Limerick’s future greatness
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Minister cuts tape on Limerick to Nenagh Motorway
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FROM THE EDITOR Welcome to Business People Mid-West WELCOME to the first edition of Business People Mid-West, a monthly magazine for and about business leaders throughout the region, and featuring the business and financial stories of most importance at this most crucial juncture in the history of the Irish Mid-West. And we will be covering in a broad array of subject matter, including human interest features, sport, arts & culture, as well as focusing on businesses throughout the region. Our Cover Story this month focuses on the appointment of Cork hurling legend, Donal O’Grady to the helm of Limerick’s flagship County Hurling Team. This is a story of interest not only to sports fans. Limerick is also a corporate brand, ‘Sporting Limerick’, which indicates the potential business spin-offs from sporting activity in Limerick particularly, and throughout the Mid-West. O’Grady’s appointment comes at the end of a disheartening chapter in the history of Limerick GAA, and anyone who has witnessed the manner in which a flagship county sports team can unite a bewildering cross-section of the community will be aware that this appointment is of vital significance to Limerick plc. One thing that O’Grady’s arrival on Shannonside is doing is restoring some heart and hope and belief in ourselves. Given the events of the past few years throughout the Mid-West, that’s something worth getting excited about. Like Donal O’Grady, I am not a Limerick native. I’ve lived in several parts of this island, and I’ve never found anywhere that says ‘home’ more warmly than Limerick City. This special quality has been battered, dented and diminished in recent times, but it’s still there. With nurturing, it’s that quality that will play a crucial part in the recovery of Limerick and the Mid-West.
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O’Grady posting brings fresh hope for future greatness In Limerick, our general wellbeing is inexorably linked with sporting prowess. With the appointment of Donal O’Grady as senior hurling manager, in the wake of a controversy-strewn two years, might Limerick stand on the cusp of greatness, with obvious benefits for the economy and the local populace? WoRDS: KEITH WATTERSON PiCTURES: KEITH WISEMAN
moving into the latter part of 2010, Limerick is crying out for a great many things. It was bad enough even before the Winter(s) of discontent ravaged the City, as political and civic leaders, business people and residents battled the negative impact of a Dublin media-led stereotyping of the Treaty City as a hell-hole under the rule of the gun and the knife. But apart from the specifics—major investment, cash, jobs—one thing that is significantly lacking on Shannonside these days is heart, and that’s understandable, as the downturn inexorably works its harrowing way through the economic cycle from boom to bust and, hopefully, to recovery. Sport is one of the ways in which we can openly express heart and hope, and nowhere in Ireland is this truer than in Limerick—aka ‘Sporting Limerick’, and a city that is in the running to become European Capital Of Sport for 2011. There is much, much more at play here than personal achievement for the players, and entertainment for the fans. Sport is a huge business engine for any location or region, with massive knock-on benefits for the local economy. The passion for rugby, seemingly encoded in the DNA of Limerick natives [and transmitted, like a benevolent infection, to ‘outsiders’ who make Limerick their home] is well known But one of the things that Limerick sport needs right now is a resurrection of the fortunes of its Senior GAA Hurling Team, and with the recent appointment of one of the game’s most revered figures, Corkman Donal O’Grady, to the management of the squad, it would seem that a new dawn is about to break.| * 4
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‘The task facing the new hurling manager is considerable. But if there is anyone for the job, the man would appear to be Donal O’Grady…’
A NEW DAWN FOR LIMERICK HURLING? A training session in the Limerick Gaelic Grounds earlier in the year
O’Grady steps into the role at a crucial juncture for the game locally. The appointment of the new manager symbolically draws the line under a controversial era of virtually unprecedented intensity, when the squad was led by Justin McCarthy. The bell tolled for the McCarthy era in July, when the Limerick hurlers were downed by Offaly in an All Ireland qualifier, in an unprecedented 10th consecutive competitive loss for the team. The prospects of Justin McCarthy being reinstated—his name remained in the frame during the nomination process—were never likely. McCarthy had ignited controversy in October 2009, with the controversial axing from his squad of seasoned players such as Mark Foley, Stephen Lucey, Mark O’Riordan, Andrew O’Shaughnessy and Niall Moran, leading to immediate optouts by Damien Reale and James Ryan, followed by the withdrawals of stalwarts such as Brian Geary, Donal O’Grady, Seamus Hickey, Wayne McNamara, Brian Murray and James O’Brien, leaving
McCarthy with a squad of young guns, and only Stephen Walsh involved out of the side that faced Waterford in the Munster Senior Championship in the Summer of 2009. All indications are that this controversial period is at an end. O’Grady (56), who is best known to the casual observer as a pundit with RTÉ, is a legend in the game. His record speaks for itself, and those who have worked with him or under his direction seemingly have naught but effusive praise for the man and his work. Many people, casual and dedicated fans, spoke openly of their heartbreak at the controversy bedevilling their flagship county hurling team. There’s a lot of pride in the green and white, regardless of your one’s attachment to the actual game, and there was sadness at the crisis, and at the crushing defeats suffered by the squad of young inexperienced lads that lined out for the 2010 Munster and All Ireland Championships. And so, the task facing Donal O’Grady is considerable. He will undoubtedly
have to look at mending burnt bridges, reigniting spent passions, digging deep to find the self-belief in the players that is as important to achieving success as the talent and skills; and that’s before he deals with the issues of structures; and establishes his working relationship with the Limerick County Board. But if there is anyone for the job, the man would appear to be Donal O’Grady. O’Grady captained Cork to National League success in 1981, won three Munster Championships and collected a coveted All-Ireland medal in Centenary Year (1984). He retired from the inter-county scene afterwards before re-appearing as county manager in late 2002 (having served previously as a selector in 1986, a year in which Cork won provincial and national championships). It was under O’Grady’s watch in 2003 that John Gardiner, Tom Kenny, Ronan Curran and Setanta O hAilpín were given their chances to impress. |*
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He led Cork to Munster success in his first year and a season later the Leesiders were All-Ireland winners.There was surprise when O’Grady resigned as manager immediately after the victory, but he has maintained his involvement in the game as a respected analyst with RTE, TG4 and The Irish Examiner. And given this role in the media, we have something of an indicator of the man’s approach from his coverage of the Limerick hurling crisis. Back in January 2010, O’Grady spoke out in his Irish Examiner column on what he branded as a “very sorry mess”. “The manager is the leader of any intercounty team, but going forward as a leader without the followers seems a futile exercise,” O’Grady wrote. And, as we all know from the events of the summer, these words proved to be prophetic, to say the very least. There is a quote from Buddha that advises: Do not dwell in the past, do not dream of the future, concentrate the mind on the present moment. From what those who have worked with Donal O’Grady say, it’s clear that he is not a man given to dwelling on past disappointments. And the nature of his appointment—for one year only, albeit with an option to extend the contract—would indicate that neither is he a man for whom the future is
an endless resource of time. It would seem that he is a man in the here and now. In late September, he gave an interview with RTE Radio na Gaeltachta’s ‘Saol o Dheas’ programme, in which he supplied a number of clues as to his approach. “The agreement we have is that I will have the job for a year, and I hope then that Limerick people will take over. What they wanted was Limerick people to be directing the ship, but they wanted the experience brought in first to put structures in place that they could carry on themselves,” O’Grady stated. O’Grady clearly believes that a focus on achieveable goals, as well as attention to the detail is what Limerick hurling requires right now: “Limerick are in Division 2, and that’s the first challenge, to come out of that,” he told the interviewer. He added: “If the small things are right, the big things will look after themselves,” he added. “They’re the things that maybe were missing, I won’t know until I go in, but that’s the impression I’ve been given and that will be my role.” That’s what the man himself is saying. And so far, his actions would indicate that he has a careful strategy in mind, having assembled a formidable and well regarded trio of Limerick hurling legends—TJ Ryan, Ciaran Carey and Pat Heffernan—as his selectors. But what of others? The excitement that has greeted news of O’Grady’s appointment is evidence of his reputation, but what about those in the know; those who have previously played under or worked alongside him? Well, if you want an informed recommendation, you probably couldn’t ask for much better than the opinion of Sean Og O hAilpin. Writing for the website JOE, in his role as that site’s hurling columnist, O hAilpin referred to O’Grady as the best manager that he had ever played under. “Limerick have the man to turn their fortunes around,” he wrote. “I’d heard it on the grapevine that Donal O’Grady was in the running for the Limerick job so I wasn’t really surprised that he got it. The wily fox is back in hurling, so it’s exciting times for Limerick and exciting times for hurling in general,” O hAilpin added. He went on to draw comparisons between the current Limerick situation and that which prevailed in Cork back in
2002: “If there’s anyone out there to go into that situation and turn it around, Donal O’Grady’s the man. He’ll be going in there neutral. He won’t be taking sides, never does. He’ll assess players on their merits. He’s a players’ man, but on condition that you do the work for him. If you do, he’d die for you. But if you bluff him, the show’s over.” O hAilpin predicts that the Limerick players can get used to playing an “intense, physical, high-octane game”, and that those who are not up to O’Grady’s demands will have only a slim chance of making it into the squad. But he insisted that with O’Grady at the helm, greatness is within Limerick’s grasp. He wrote: “It’s probably too much to ask for Limerick to really challenge for a Munster next year, but at the end of 2011 people will definitely be looking back and saying Limerick were competitive. I think that was the way he worked it with Cork in 2003. I’d say he was thinking, ‘Go in and make them competitive.’ It worked out well, so he went on for a second year. I’d imagine it’ll be the same thing in Limerick, and there’s no doubt they’ll be competitive next year. No-one will be getting things easy against them with O’Grady at the helm.” This is mouth-watering stuff indeed, and if O’Grady delivers, we’re in for exciting times on the hurling front, with all of the economic spin-offs and feelgood factor that sporting success brings. Might it be a Corkman who restores heart to the Limerick hurlers, and to the communities from which they spring? If so, the possibilities seem huge. let’s rewind back to 2007, when tens of thousands of people of all ages crammed into Limerick City Centre on a mild, sunny Monday evening in late September, to give a heartfelt homecoming reception to the senior hurling team led by Richie Bennis. The scenes were memorable indeed, and the warmth, humour and enthusiasm of the spectators were all of the things that make this City a great place in which to live in work. And on that occasion, Limerick had been well hammered by Kilkenny in the All Ireland Final the previous day. A success in failure. Imagine, just dare to imagine, the possibilities of welcoming home a winning team. With Donal O’Grady at the helm, we may not have to imagine too intensely.| BP
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Long-awaited motorway opens The new M7 Limerick to Nenagh motorway was officially opened at the end of last month, with predictions that the scheme will bring significant lifestyle and economic benefits to the MidWest region MINISTER for Transport, Noel Dempsey was in the Mid-West on Tuesday September 28 to formally cut the ribbon and unveil the plaque, opening one of the region’s long-awaited infrastructure schemes, the 38km M7 Limerick to Nenagh motorway. The section of motorway will further enhance connectivity between Dublin and the Mid-West, and has been flagged as a key aid in the economic development of the region. The opening of the Birdhill to Limerick section of the M7 had been delayed by over a year, after part of the road sank at Annahotty, requiring the excavation and rebuilding of a 100-metre section of the road in that location. Work had begun on this 12.5km strech of the scheme in 2006, and had been scheduled for completion in May 2009. In entirety, the €424m project— completed by contractors Bothar Hibernian—incorporates 28km of dual carriageway, with a single carriageway link to the main road at Birdhill, along with the upgrade of 10km of the Nenagh bypass to dual carriageway standard. The completed €424 million contract won by Bothar Hibernian included 28km of
DECLARED OPEN: Minister for Transport, Noel Dempsey (centre) cuts the tape on the new Limerick-Nenagh motorway, watched by Cllr. Richard Butler, Cathaoirleach, Limerick County Council, Deputy Wilie O’Dea, Cllr John Kennedy, Mayor of North Tipperary; and other local dignitaries. Pictures: Brian Gavin-Press 22
dual carriageway, with a single carriageway link to the main road at Birdhill and the upgrading of 10km of the Nenagh bypass to dual carriageway standard. Cllr Richard Butler, Cathaoirleach of Limerick County Council, told the attendees at the opening that he was heartened to see that “despite the current fiscal constraints faced by this country… we are still continuing to complete important infrastructure projects throughout the country”—namely the completion of not only this project but also the landmark Limerick Tunnel scheme during the Summer. The cathaoirleach said that the new motorway would be of significant benefit to local communities and to the country as a whole, due to its improvement of connectivity between Dublin and the MidWest, which, he said, would “undoubtedly assist in the economic development” of this region. He predicted that the new motorway would “bypass numerous traffic bottlenecks” and vastly improve commuting times, as
well as making a “considerable difference” to residents of Daly’s Cross, Birdhill, and other villages and communities that are bypassed by the scheme. “The significant reduction in journey times for traffic will make Limerick a more competitive location for foreign direct investment. Direct access to the country’s capital and the East coast in general has never been so good and I look forward to this region’s business community reaping the benefits of this,” he said. He said also that he foresaw a significant tourism dividend for the Mid-West, due to the improved access to the region. Cllr Butler paid tribute to all of those involved in the design and construction of the motorway, including designers, engineers, contractors and their employees, and in particular, Limerick County Council and the staff of the Mid West National Road Design office. He also expressed gratitude to the public, local residents and all who had travelled in the area during the construction period, for their patience and co-operation. | BP
“Direct access to the country’s capital and the East coast has never been so good and I look forward to this region’s business community reaping the benefits of this.” Pictured from left: Cllr Richard Buttler, Cathaoirleach, Limerick County Council, Fred Barry, CEO, National Roads Authority; Minister Noel Dempsey; and Cllr John Kennedy, Mayor, North Tipperary
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Live Register drop is a ‘positive sign’ THE drop in unemployment figures in Limerick by 5% between August and September is a positive sign that the Government’s economic strategies are starting to bear fruit, according to County Limerick Fianna Fáil TD Niall Collins (pictured below left). The number of people on the unemployment register in Limerick dropped from 23,415 to 22,236 over the course of September. There was also good news in the various local offices with Limerick City numbers dropping from 16,778 to 16,023; Newcastle West dropping from 3,739 to 3,489 and the Kilmallock office recording a drop from 2,898 to 2,724. “While the levels of unemployment remain very high, it is encouraging to see that the policies b e i n g pursued by the
Government are starting to have an impact on the unemployment rate in Limerick and around the country. The Government is making every effort to help boost job creation and investment opportunities and it remains my number one area of concern,” said Collins. “There is no denying that too many people in Limerick are still on the unemployment register. Too many people and families have been impacted by the lack of job opportunities and level of redundancies following the economic downturn. That is why the Government has introduced a number of job creation programmes recently such as the Capital Investment Plan, the €500 million Innovation Fund, the Employment Subsidy Scheme and the Back to Work Enterprise Allowance, amongst others,” he explained. The latest drop in unemployment indicates that figures are stabilizing, said Deputy Collins. “While it must be acknowledged that there is generally a drop in the figures on the live register in September every year due to people returning to full time education, the national drop of 24,506 people is the largest month on month decrease ever recorded.We can’t go overboard, this is only a small step in the right direction. It is a positive sign,” Deputy Collins concluded.
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Fighting for Shannon’s future With Ryanair reducing services, and Aer Lingus suspending transatlantic flights for the Winter, Shannon Airport is feeling the pinch. But local public representatives are determined to fight for the survival of the County Clare Airport, and they are looking for answers from the head of the Shannon Airport Authority BUSINESSES, public representatives and tourism and community groups have come together in an effort to push for a plan that will reverse the “frightening decline” of Shannon Aiport. The meeting was convened in late September, in light of Ryanair’s decision to further reduce services at the local airport as well as Aer Lingus’s planned suspension of transatlantic services during the winter. The attendees, including representatives of Shannon Town Council and Clare County Council, agreed that a small group would seek an urgent meeting with Brian O’Connell, Chairman of the Shannon Airport Authority (SAA), to ascertain what plans have been established to build traffic and provide additional services. Chairing the group is the Mayor of Shannon, Cllr Tony Mulcahy, who says that the entire community is increasingly concerned regarding the situation at Shannon Airport. And he explained that the purpose of the meeting was to see what positive actions could be taken to support the future development of the airport. “Everybody is genuinely concerned about the developing situation at Shannon but as individuals feel powerless to make a difference. We all need to take the situation very seriously and use whatever networks and contacts that we have to create an
‘A more direct role for the Shannon Airport Authority in managing the airport’s affairs would undoubtedly breathe new life into the airport …’ TED GERMAINE PROPRIETOR OAKWOOD ARMS HOTEL October 2010
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Traffic at Shannon Airport has reached an “historic low”
awareness in the region and beyond of the importance of a successful airport in our region,” Cllr Mulcahy said. “There are many positives that we can build on, including the potential of a cargo hub, and the immense benefits of Customs and Border Protection (CBP) facility. For now, we need to collectively come together and do whatever we can to support the airport,” he added. Cllr Mulcahy stated: “We must act now and we will be seeking full support from our government representatives to ensure that Shannon can again be a vibrant airport.” Hotelier John Madden has been operating for over four decades in the local hospitality sector, told the meeting that he had witnessed a “frightening decline” at Shannon Airport in the last two years. “Shannon airport is one of the West of Ireland’s greatest assets in terms of generating both tourism and industrial business to the region over a long number of years. However, it is very clear on the ground that traffic at Shannon has reached a historic low,” Mr Madden said. “There is a serious challenge facing Shannon. Businesses in the region need to act now if the situation is to be prevented from deteriorating to a point of no return. Marketing initiatives need to be strengthened to support existing services and attract new services to the airport. An autonomous airport authority is also required to allow the airport to grow in the future,” he added. Ted Germaine, proprietor of the Oakwood Arms Hotel in Shannon noted that the Mid West required a vibrant Shannon Airport to support new and existing business in the region. “Shannon has a new unique selling point as the only European airport with complete pre-clearance for customs and immigration for US entry. A more direct role for the Shannon Airport Authority in managing the airport’s affairs would undoubtedly breathe new life into the County Clare Airport and deliver real potential for growth in the future,” Mr Germaine stated. “The subsequent knock on effects for tourism and business would be significant, especially at a time when the sector is experiencing its biggest challenge in many years,” Mr Germaine concluded. | BP 9
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Critical issues at Irish ports A conference at Thomond Park was told that shortcomings at Irish ports are threatening Ireland’s ability to attract inward investments, but also its efforts to ignite economic recovery. WORDS: ALAN JACQUES PICTURES: EMMA JERVIS (PRESS 22)
EXCESSIVE bureaucracy and an infrastructure shortfall at Irish ports could threaten Ireland’s ability to attract major multi-national investment and ignite an export-led economic recovery, it was revealed at a major Irish ports conference held at Thomond Park last month. Speaking at the Irish Ports Association annual conference, which was opened by Transport Minister Noel Dempsey and Northern Ireland MLA and Minister for Regional Development, Conor Murphy, CEO of hosts Shannon Foynes Port Company, Mr Patrick Keating said that ports are a key link in the supply chain for multi-nationals and with the right infrastructure can help facilitate economic recovery. However, unless some critical issues are addressed for Irish ports, we could fail to capture critical foreign direct investment in the years ahead. “The Department of Transport Ports Policy Review Document states that 99% of all trade passes through Irish seaports and it is absolutely critical that Irish ports can upgrade infrastructure as required and not be hamstrung by bureaucracy as they are at the moment if the predicted export-led economic recovery is to take shape,” Mr Keating said. “For foreign direct investment to remain here and to be attracted here, it is critical that our ports function to maximum capabilities. Ports are a central link in the supply chain for multi-nationals and, indeed, our own indigenous exporters and importers but the chain is only as good as its weakest link and will break if we do not maintain and upgrade it constantly,” he added.
Pictured at the Irish Ports Association Conference 2010 in Thomond Park Conference Centre were guest speakers Kay McGuinness, Chairperson, Shannon Foynes Port Company, MInister for Transport, Noel Dempsey; and Pat Keating, CEO Shannon Foynes Port Company
“Irish ports need to be cutting-edge in a global economy and two of the biggest investments planned to bring Irish Ports to that level in recent times have been denied by An Bord Pleanala. These refusals, for example, have denied a total investment of €300m on the type of infrastructure projects that are necessary to enhance national infrastructure. We fully respect the planning process but in order to stimulate economic growth, investment must be accommodated while recognising environmental and other concerns . If we cannot expand our ports, we will not be able to handle trade in and out of the country at the level we and exporters/importers would want.” Mr Keating’s comments were endorsed by Chairperson of the host company, Ms Kay McGuinness, who proposed the establishment of a special inter-Departmental group to expedite the resolution of such problems. “In an era where achieving investment is difficult but vital, the delay in obtaining permissions crucial for projects to proceed can no longer be tolerated,” she said.
From left: Conor Murphy MP, MLA, Minister for Regional Development, Northern Ireland; MInister for Transport, Noel Dempsey; Pat Keating, CEO, Shannon Foynes Port Company; and Sean Costelloe, Chairman, Irish Ports Association
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MEP’s appeal to Minister for Finance Following the latest bank revelations, labour MEP, Alan Kelly, has called on Finance Minister Brian lenihan to hold immediate talks with the EU Commission over the banks. “Brian lenihan must hold fresh talks with the EU Commission over the banking situation. The announcement this morning of the various further costs of winding down Anglo irish Bank and bailing out AiB and inBS will require the approval of the European Commission. “in effect ireland will be seeking approval for a total of at least €40 billion in State Aid to clean up the mess that it has created – and this is a very complicated process. “it is vitally important that the Commission is assured that ireland is in control of the situation. The Commission have given us leeway so far in their enforcing of state aid rules, but they could veto lenihan’s plans any time if they wished. “it is incumbent on the Minister to seek an urgent meeting with Commission Vice President, Joacquin Almunia to assure him that this is the final plan and more importantly, the final bill. “The government and the Minister for Finance must be more candid with the Commission. “As a country we cannot afford to be anything other than upfront with the Commission as it will make the final determination on today’s proposals. “it gives me no pleasure to state that the attitude and approach of the irish government over the past year has been less than helpful. “Having recently met Commissioner Almunia on the issue of the bailout i believe that the irish government has wasted valuable months in seeking approval for its March bailout plan for Anglo – approval that it was never going to receive. “i note that the Minister for Finance has stated that he will continue his close consultation with Commissioner Almunia. i hope for the sake of the country that the government will provide more accurate information to the European Commission than it has to date. “it is not helpful to keep returning to Brussels with a new plan and new figures. “Even now, there are serious questions as to whether this latest plan will receive the approval of the Commission. “Too much time has been wasted in preparing plans and engaging in negotiations that were doomed to failure. i believe that actions of the government over Anglo and other banks have damaged the reputation of the country with the Commission. October 2010
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Arabica Coffee brew up in aid of ISPCC Childline
Frank O’Connell, manager, Arabica Coffee Co, Shanon Street, with Suzanne Slattery and Shellie Murnane from the ISPCC, at the launch of their breakfast morning for Childline which was to take place in Arabica Coffee Co, Shanon Street, on Friday October 8. Picture: Keith Wiseman
BA milestone at Shannon
Shannon Airport Dorector of Operations, Niall Maloney (left), with British Airways flight captain Alisdair Thornton, celebrating the first anniversary of the airline’s successful business class twice-daily service from London City Airport to JFK, New York, which transits through Shannon to avail of the airport’s US preclearance facility, the first of its kind in the world outside North America. Picture: Don Moloney/Press 22
Mellon volunteers set to fly out
Back row: Kevin Darcy, Limerick City; Raymond Conroy, City; Micehlle Walsh, City; Joseph Heffernan, City; Leo Hayes, Meanus; Owen O’Brien, City; Christine Clifford, Fedamore; Mary Collins, City. Front row: Noreen Stokes, Pallasgreen; Patrick Malone, City; Fionnuala Ward, Keith Coughlan, Ballybrown; Kevin Collins, Kilcornan, Helen Ryan, Fedamore, all volunteers departing on November 13 on the Niall Mellon Township Trust Building Blitz in Cape Town. See www.nmtownshiptrust.com for information. Picture: Provision 11
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Strand Hotel to light festive spirit with Yuletide deals The festive season is almost upon us and the Limerick Strand hotel is playing host to the city’s premier Christmas celebrations for 2010. Whether it’s a table for two for lunch, or a full party night celebration for up to 450 people, the Limerick Strand hotel has the ideal package, with superb entertainment provided by the multi-talented James Sexton entertainment. The Christmas Party Night Package includes a mulled wine reception on arrival, while a 10-piece gospel choir will provide an unforgettable atmosphere to start the evening. The stunning Shannon Suite will be transformed into a winter wonderland and guests will be entertained by Mr Claus while enjoying a scrumptious four-course meal. Then dance the night away to the sounds of “The Juke Box heroes” presented by James Sexton entertainment featuring tributes from Amy Winehouse, Bono, Cher, Dian Ross Lady GaGa and many many more. And James Sexton’s resident DJ Cracker will continue to entertain until the early hours. Christmas Party nights will run on December 3, 4, 10, 11, 17 & 18, costing €55 per person. There are complimentary bedrooms for party organisers on parties of 20 people or more.
Santa, Cher and Miss Claus pictured at the Limerick Strand Hotel, with Maria O’Gorman Skelly, at the launch of the Christmas Party Nights by James Sexton Entertainment. Picture: Brian Arthur/Press 22
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County Fire Service reiterates its ‘stay safe’ fire warning TO coincide with this month’s National Fire Safety Week, Limerick County Fire and Rescue Service has released figures showing a significant increase in the number of fire incidents around the country during the first nine months of 2010. The Fire Service was called out to 391 fire incidents between January and September of this year, compared to 382 call-outs for the entire of 2009. Assistant Chief Fire Officer with Limerick County Fire and Rescue, Niall McMahon, pointed out that the majority of the fire incidents attended by fire crews so far in 2010
have occurred in people’s homes. “The cause of these fires ranged from heavily sooted and blocked chimneys, burning rubbish, electrical faults and most alarmingly from children playing with matches or candles. The risk of these fires occurring can be eliminated with the first and most important step being for the public to ensure they have a working smoke alarm in their home,” said Mr McMahon. “To promote aw awareness of fire safety we hope to reduce the number of fires we attend. With assistance from the people of Limerick
we hope achieve this target year on year by urging people to be more vigilant”, he added. Meanwhile, Officer McMahon called on householders to exercise increased caution regarding fire safety during the coming winter months. “As we enter into the winter period we begin to see fires being lit to warm people’s homes. However, we urge people to consider a number of measures to ensure that they remain warm and safe this winter. The measures include sweeping chimneys at least once a year, keeping a fire guard in front of a burning fire, extinguishing the fire before going to bed or leaving the house, and never using petrol or paraffin to light a fire,” he warned. In the event of a fire in your home “Get Out, Stay Out And Call the Fire Brigade Out”. The Fire Service can be contacted by dialling 999 or 112
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Regional Enterprise Boards hit a ‘landmark 50,000’ As the Region prepares for MidWest Business Week (October 18-22), new figures released have confirmed Limerick City and County Enterprise Boards and three other boards in the region, have collectively supported no fewer than 50,615 small businesses, directly and indirectly creating thousands of jobs WORDS: KEITH WATTERSON PICTURE: BRIAN GAVIN (PRESS 22)
The two Limerick City and County enterprise Boards, together with three other enterprise Boards in the Mid-West, have collectively supported 50,615 small business owners and managers since the Boards were established, creating 5,805 jobs directly and thousands more indirectly. The figures were released to coincide with
the launch of Mid-West Business Week 2010, which is taking place across five enterprise Board areas from October 18 to 22, with the aim of informing, advising and motivating businesses and potential entrepreneurs across the region. The County and City enterprise Boards in Limerick City, Limerick County, Kerry, Clare and Tipperary North, in conjunction with enterprise Ireland and other State agencies, are hosting 26 events during the week for people in business or wanting to set one up, making it the largest enterprise initiative of its kind in the region. Speaking at the announcement, eamon Ryan, CeO of Limerick City enterprise Board, said: “Mid-West Business Week was set up to help micro-enterprises and new start-ups across the region to focus on new opportunities and effective business planning, and to build a strong indigenous sector.”
Announcing details of 2010 Mid-West Business Week were, from left: Aisling Maher, fashion designer of headpieces, hats and accessories from Castleconnell; Ned Toomey, CEO, Limerick County Enterprise Board; and Agnes Relihan, Business Advisor, Limerick County Enterprise Board. 14
Ned Twoomey, CeO of Limerick County enterprise Board, remarked: “We’re reached an important milestone, as, collectively, the enterprise Boards in the Mid-West have supported over 50,000 small business owners and managers and through enterprise initiatives such as the Mid-West Business Week. “We’ll be assisting thousands more in the months and years ahead,” Mr Twoomey added. On the first day of Mid-West Business Week, which will be officially opened by the Minister for enterprise, Trade and Innovation, Batt O’ Keeffe, Paddy Power has been invited to deliver the keynote address at the ‘Power Your Business into 2011’ networking seminar. Brian Moore, Ireland’s only professional Firewalker, will also be delivering a motivational speech at the same event, which takes place at the Woodlands house hotel in Adare from 5pm-9pm on October 18. On Wednesday October 20, two consecutive seminars around the ‘5 Steps to being self-employed’ will be hosted by Rob Marr at the Radisson Blu hotel on the ennis Road in Limerick, and the MidWest Showcase enterprise exhibition and Seminar takes place at Limerick’s Thomond Park on Thursday October 21. The busy schedule also includes a venture capital workshop (October 19, Nenagh, Tipperary North), a ‘women in business’ networking event with ellen Gunning from the PR Academy (October 19, ennis Road, Limerick), a social media marketing workshop (October 22, Tralee, Co Kerry), in addition to other networking sessions and keynote speakers, such as Sean Gallagher from the Dragons’ Den. The majority of events during Mid-West Business Week are free of charge, whilst others have been heavily subsidised by the County and City enterprise Boards. The full schedule of events can be viewed at www.regionalbusinessweek.com | BP October 2010
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Beware the ‘all or nothing’ approach to your physical training When many people embark on a fitness goal, they take the ‘all or nothing’ approach. But the experts at Elite Personal Training urge caution, and recommend a more structured—and realistic—approach that will enable you to maintain a fitter, healthier lifestyle ALTHOUGH completely dedicating yourself to achieve a fitness goal will get you quicker results, it is useless if, after a week or two, you get fed up with a training schedule that is not possible to maintain and you stop training completely. The same can be said about diets—they may work whilst you stick to them, but if you then revert back to old eating habits, you will return to your starting shape. In fact, during most diets you will lose both muscle and fat. And with a reduction in muscle comes a reduction in metabolism (which means your body burns up less calories than before) and so when you go back to normal eating habits, you gain even more
weight. Does this sound familiar? For lasting results, you need to make lasting changes. Obviously the more times you can train per week, the more visible the results. But it is important to try to pick a realistic number of training sessions per week. A good idea is to pick a minimum number, and do this, no matter what. Anything extra is a bonus. It is better to train twice a week for the rest of your life then to train six times a week for a month or two every few years. It is better to make improvements to eating habits that you can stick to forever than to do a crazy diet from time to time hoping it’s the going to get the weight off and keep it off. It won’t. Over the years I have come across so many people who are trying their best to get fit, strong or lose weight, who have not been able to make any progress. Most people make very similar errors. If you are going to spend time exercising then make sure you get some benefit from it. In the next few paragraphs I will outline some principles for you to follow when exercising Intensity IF YOU are comfortable exercising, your body is not going to change. It is already capable of doing what it is you are doing and therefore does not need to improve. It is important to push yourself beyond what is comfortable. By exerting yourself your body will try and get used to this new level of work and will improve. Whatever you are doing, push yourself.
Progression WHEN you push yourself then your body adapts and improves. Because your body has improved a little, it is necessary to increase your level a little with each session, or at least most sessions. This does not mean you have to increase by enormous amounts. If you are walking then try improve your time each walk and after a while add a little jogging, even if only for a few seconds and over time increase the amount of jogging. If you are jogging or running on a treadmill then increase your pace by 0.1Mph or 0.2Kph with each session. If you are doing intervals then increase pace a little or add an interval each session. If you are doing weights then add an extra repitetion every set, if possible. When you can do a few sets of 15 reps then the weight is too light so increase it and see how many you can do of the next weight and again increase by a rep each session again. Just remember that a lot of small changes can add up so keep making small improvements. Variety EVEN the best programs in the world have a shelf-life. Your body gets used to things quickly so continuing on the same program for a long time will adhere to the law of diminishing returns. Not only will it get less and less benificial but you will get bored of doing the same thing over and over. Try and change your routine often. Maybe do something for ten times max and then change or change once you stop seeing improvements. If you are always running steady on the treadmill then try intervals. If you are doing intervals then change the interval or do the same program on another bit of equipment. With weights change from a barbell to a dumbell, flat to incline, palms under to palm over grip, seated to standing, wide grip to narrow grip, 12 – 15 reps to 8 – 10 reps, visa versa, etc. If you are not training for some specific sport or event then as much variety as possible is best. Consistency IF YOU are following the above principles then you should consistently see results. Training periodically or missing weeks often can result in few steps forward, a few steps back. Constantly having to start back again and not getting much results will not help your motivation.
Whether your fitness regime is based around jogging or weight lifting, it is vital that you be realistic in your goals and set targets that are achievable—it is better to train twice a week for the rest of your life, than to train six times a week for only a month or two every few years October 2010
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Rugby hero Alan cuts the ribbon on Amber/Costcutter Service Station
Trevor and Kristine Askin with Liam Bourke, manager of the Amber/ Costcutter Garage, Ballysimon Road, display their trophy and certificate for the National Costcutter Best Forecourt Overall Award. Pictures: Keith Wiseman
Trevor and Daniel Askin with Alan Quinlan, Munster Rugby at the opening of the Amber Oil and Costcutter Shop on the Ballysimon Road in late September
Pictured at the official opening of Amber/Costcutter, Ballysimon Road were (from left): Vincent Carroll, Carroll Engineering; Declan Ryan, Barry’s Group; Trevor Askin, owner; Alan Quinlan; and Wil Fitzgerald, Amber Oil
Alan Quinlan cuts the ribbon at the Amber Oil/Costcutter shop, Ballysimon Road, with owner Trevor Askin (left) and Liam Bourke, manager
Mr Tayto, with Sarah Goodwin and Jade Beeton, gives the thumbs up to the new Amber Oil/Costcutter Shop at Ballysimon Road 18
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Alan Quinlan cuts the cake to mark the opening of the Amber Oil/Costcutter Shop at Ballysimon Road, with Trevor Askin, owner (centre) and Liam Bourke, manager
Trevor Askin presents Alan Quinlan with a memento to mark the rugby star’s recent 200th cap for Munster
There was a busy queue for the face-painter at the official opening of Amber Oil/Costcutter
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Google ’view of City slammed the estate as a whole. “The Delmege Park location is actually taken from behind a wall in the Thomond Student Village, not moyross, and the pictures/images taken from behind a wall portray a terrible image of the area,” claimed cllr Quinlivan. “i would urge Google ireland to organise a re-take of the pictures/images of moyross as soon as possible and in the interim to immediately change the name of the Delmege Park location as it is clear these images are taken from
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City riverside all in a flutter as black swans pay a visit
A RARe sighting: The pair of black swans pictured off Poor Man’s Kilkee on Thursday September 23. The birds (also pictured opposite, with their white counterparts) have since departed the area. Pictures: Keith Wiseman
BUSINESSES along the River Shannon in Limerick City Centre had a welcome momentary distraction towards the end of last month, when a pair of black swans took up momentary residence in the river just off ‘Poor Man’s Kilkee’. The black swan (Cygnus atratus) breeds mainly in southeast and southwest Australia, and is also a prominent ornamental waterbird in western Europe, especially Britain, where the Wildlife & Wetland Trust has recorded a maximum of nine breeding pairs in the UK in 2001, with an estimate of 43 feral birds in 2003/04. The Irish Examiner had recently reported that a black swan had been spotted in the river off Clonlara, but the rare appearance of two of the beautiful birds in the City Centre certainly provided a unique attraction for passersby along Howley’s Quay and O’Callaghan Strand for a day or so towards the end of the month. | BP
Festive cheer at Debenham’s DEBENHAMS Limerick is set to provide no small amount of Christmas cheer, by providing a share of the national seasonal temps vacancies announced by the retail giant to cope with its busiest time of the year. The chain is on the lookout for a national total of 9,000 temps to cope with the festive trading season, split out across the State’s 160 Debenhams outlets, with an average of 56 per store, based in the menswear, womenswear, accessories, childrenswear, home, gift or cosmetics departments. Although the number of positions has increase, the number of hours remains the same, as the retailer searches for more part-time roles, with an emphasis on flexible shift patterns to help ensure that additional staff are in store when customers need them. 20
The roles available include stock handling, general sales advisor jobs, and gift advisor roles which require special training. Previous retail experience isn’t essential, but excellent customer service and teamwork skills are essential. Michael Sharp, Deputy Chief Executive at Debenhams, asserted that the jobs would be welcomed by local economies during the most financially challenging part of the year.
Contracts will be for flexible working hours with the majority of positions running from November through to January. And staff will benefit from a Debenhams discount—a great perk for saving on Christmas shopping. More information and application forms can be found on www.debenhams-jobs.com or by contacting the Limerick store.
Govt plan will have positive impact: Collins COUNTY Limerick Fianna Fail TD Niall Collins has predicted the Government’s integrated trade, tourism and investment planwill have a positive impact throughout the local economy. The five year strategy, entitled ‘Trading and Investing in a Smart Economy’, aims to generate 300,000 new jobs and boost exports by a third. The plan aims to create over 150,000 new jobs (and another 150,000 ‘spin offs’) in manufacturing, tourism an internationally trading services. It also aims to increase the value of Irish exports by homegrown agency-assisted firms by 33%, increase overseas visitors to Ireland to 8m, and attract an extra 780 foreign investment projects through IDA Ireland. October 2010
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Choral celebration for Mental Health Week THE Association of Irish Choirs and Mental Health Ireland are uniting in song to celebrate World Mental Health Week this month. A giant concert featuring Limerick Choral Union, the Redemptorist Church Choir, An Cór, Presentation School Choir, McCormack Singers, St John’s Cathedral Choir, Limerick Gospel Choir, Limerick Youth Choir and Cantet takes place in St John’s Cathedral on Friday October 8 at 7.30pm, promoting the message that choral singing is good for your mental health. “This choral celebration of World Mental Health Week is a unique and powerful opportunity for the choirs and singers of Ireland to unite together in song and spread the word – that choral singing is good for your mental health,” said Liz Powell, CEO of the Association of Irish Choirs.
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Deputy CEO of Mental Health Ireland, Ted Tierney, says that mental health problems are becoming more common. One in four of the general population may be susceptible to developing a mental health problem, he warned. Malcolm Green, a psychotherapist, who is also conductor of Limerick Choral Union said that choral singing improves concentration and keeps body and mind exercised. “There has been much research carried out recently on the benefits to emotional and physical health by singing regularly in a choir,” Mr Green explained. Mel Mercier will host the concert at St John’s Cathedral on Friday October 8. The event begins at 7.30pm and admission is free. For more details log onto www. aoic.ie or www.mentalhealthireland.ie | BP
CUISLE Limerick City International Poetry Festival celebrates its 15th anniversary this month. Running from October 13 to 16, Cuisle hosts influential contemporary poets from four countries, including Rita Ann Higgins and Mary O’Malley from Galway; RTE’s Vincent Woods; US-born Belfast resident Chris Agee; US award-winner Allan Peterson; Veronika Dintinjana and Jani Kovacic from Slovenia; James Brookes and Sarah Jackson from the UK, and eminent Irish language poet Máire Áine Nic Gearailt. There will be lunchtime readings at the ‘Poets Convention’ each day at the Hunt, socializing in the festival club each evening in Bentley’s Piano Bar, book launches and evening readings in Daghdha Space on St John’s Square, as well as the Grand Poetry Slam at The White House Pub on the Saturday night. Cuisle will be launched by Abbot Mark Patrick Hederman of Glenstal Abbey at Daghdha Space at 7pm on Wednesday October 13.
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City’s Georgian Quarter all set for Christmas
THE City’s picturesque Georgian Quarter is once again primed to help deliver a festive boost to City Centre trading. The area is to host a Christmas Market from Friday, November 19 to Sunday, November 21, packed with artisan goodies, handcrafted gifts and a special visit from Santa and Mrs Claus. No1 Pery Square Hotel and Spa in the heart of the area is the setting for this unique market, with more than 30 stalls offering traditional gifts and jewellery, toys, Christmas cards, dolls and candles. Christmas puddings, meats, sweets, breads, pastries and other festive goodies will also be on offer, complimented by artisan and organic cuisine from local producers and woodturning demonstrations. And as a special attraction for the youngsters, Santa and Mrs Claus will be making the Georgian Quarter their home during the Christmas Market weekend. A splendidly festive atmosphere will be conjured up by the lights, sounds and smells of the market, while traditional Christmas carols sung throughout the market will further enhance the season of good cheer. The market will be open from 3.30pm-7pm on Friday November 19, and between 12 noon and 6pm on Saturday 22
and Sunday, November 20 and 21st. “This year’s market will be bigger and better than ever before and will be the perfect opportunity to showcase Georgian Limerick,” said Patricia Roberts, proprietor, No1 Pery Square Hotel and Spa. “We’re delighted to introduce our unique Georgian Santa and Mrs Claus, who will add a magical touch to the market, which will feature Ireland’s finest food, arts and crafts and lots of gift ideas for the festive season,” Ms Roberts said. John Crowe, Shannon Development’s Limerick Projects & Promotions manager said: “The Georgian Quarter Christmas Market is an initiative which Shannon Development warmly welcomes. “Limerick’s Georgian Quarter is an important part of the city’s history and contains many important tourism attractions including The Georgian House and Garden, Limerick City Art Gallery, The Peoples Park and No 1 Pery Square,” Mr Crowe added. Those wishing to book stalls in the Limerick Georgian Quarter Christmas Market, should log on to www.limerickgeorgianmarket.com to download an application form
City venues open their doors for Culture Night celebration
Liz Powell of the Association Of Irish Choirs, conducts a choral workshop in the Milk Market for Limerick City Culture Night 2010, which was held at various venues around the City on Friday September 24. Pictures: Keith Wiseman
Eilish McGrath (aged two-and-a-half), with the monoprint she prepared at the Culture Night workshop held at Limerick Printmakers Studio & Gallery
Caoimhe Nestor (6) at the Culture Night workshop held at Limerick Printmakers Studio & Gallery
Four-year-old Samuel Colgan prepares a monoprint at Limerick Printmakers Studio & Gallery on Robert Street, during a workshop held on Limerick City Culture Night
Marie O’Connor, docent with the Hunt Museum helps Amy O’Sullivan (5) at the Children’s Art Workshop at the Hunt Museum
Jan Nagi at the Children’s Art Workshop at the Hunt Museum on Culture Night
The Childrens Art Workshop at the Hunt Museum was a popular fixture on Culture Night October 2010
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Gleeson Sports Scene hosts launch of ‘Series’ jersey The ‘Irish Daily Mail’ International Rules Series 2010 is almost upon us, with match tickets currently on sale for Saturday October 23 in Limerick Gaelic Grounds, and Saturday October 30 in Croke Park, Dublin. Early this month, the launch of the official jersey for the series took place in Gleeson Sports Scene, Upper William Street.
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Mid-West Press Ball salutes the late Ger McDonnell
The late Ger McDonnell, honoured at the 2010 Mid-West Press Ball.
Annual appeal for Christmas ‘shoebox’ gifts ORGANISERS of the annual Christmas Shoe Box Appeal are urging Limerick people to beat their 2009 total of 16,678 that were sent to needy children overseas. Irish charity Team Hope (taking over from last year’s organisers, Samaritan’s Purse) are asking schools, local communities and churches in Limerick and around the country to surpass last year’s record Irish number of 209,000 gift boxes sent to children in Africa and Eastern Europe. With just weeks remaining to the November 10 drop-off deadline, people are asked to log on to www.teamhope.ie, or contact Team Hope directly on 01-2940222 to get the full details. 24
K2 conqueror, the late Ger McDonnell, was honoured for his bravery at the 2010 Meteor MidWest Press Ball last month. Mr McDonnell from Kilcornan, co Limerick was the first Irishman to reach the summit of K2 in August 2008. He tragically lost his life following an avalanche on the descent. The Meteor Mid West Media Merit Award was presented to Ger’s mother, Gertie McDonnell, in recognition of Ger’s success and his positive contribution to life in the Mid West. “I would like to thank the media for supporting us in his life and death,” Mrs McDonnell said. “Ger was definitely a true Irishman, he loved his country, his parish and he loved the Irish language.” More than 300 personalities from regional media outlets attended the Meteor Mid West Press Ball in the Limerick Strand Hotel, making its return to the local social
calendar after a three-year absence. Monies raised will go towards Barnardos in the Mid-West, particularly in regeneration areas as well as a number of other voluntary projects. Barnardos provide services for children and their families experiencing difficulty within communities in Moyross, St Mary’s Park and Southill A number of special awards were also presented to acknowledge the achievements of people who have worked in the Mid-West media. Former Irish Times correspondent Arthur quinlan was honoured for his distinguished journalistic career, as was Limerick journalist Dermot Walsh. The Press Ball was first held in 1951 and, following a period of inactivity in the 1970s, revived in the 1990s. The past three events have raised over €100,000 for local charities.
Superquinn’s culinary passion IrISH retail giants Superquinn have tapped into the passion for food in order to mark the company’s half-century in fresh food retailing. entited A Passion For Food, the book, now available in Superquinn Limerick contains 90 mouth-watering recipes that will appeal to the beginner
and the more adventurous cook alike. The book represents forms part of Superquinn’s efforts to encourage people to explore food and get cooking at home. Published by Harmonia the book includes a foreword and recipe from Feargal quinn, as well as useful reference
Launching A Passion For Food are Evan Wilkes, Fiona Sweeney (Head of Marketing Superquinn), model Jenny Lee and Sophie Pemberton
sections, various tips and tricks, and store cupboard essentials. recipes from the traditional to the contemporary are featured, including chocolate chip scones; beef, mushroom & stout pie; wasabi salmon burgers; and banoffee pie; and all the ingredients to create them are available in Superquinn stores. Some well known Irish chefs and food writers have contributed recipes, and several Superquinn colleagues’ and customers’ recipes are featured, carefully chosen from the hundreds received through an in-store competition. each of the recipes includes a link to the Superquinn website where the reader can download the ingredients shopping list for that particular dish. A Passion For Food is available in all Superquinn and eason stores now, priced €25. October 2010
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Corrigan sets the Thomond Park mouths a-watering CELEBRITY chef Richard Corrigan experienced something akin to the adrenalin-pumping ‘Munster roar’ in Limerick last Tuesday evening, when an enthusiastic crowd of over 400 turned out to see the TV star conduct the first ever live cookery demonstration at the worldfamous Thomond Park Stadium. The London-based world-renowned Irish chef and restaurateur was in fine fettle, and was assisted by members of the Munster Rugby Academy, who had been receiving lessons all week from the chef, prior to showcasing their non-rugby playing prowess to the foodie audience. The Q&A portions of the show were highlights, with Corrigan and crowd up for it in equal measure, covering all bases from culinary general knowledge to the nittygritty of the techniques and procedures practiced by more seasoned foodies. Biggest revelation of the evening? The chef ’s favourite comfort food—toasted soda bread with baked beans, even after a few pints! “You won’t find me hanging around take-aways for a kebab—I wait until I get home,” he quipped. Dishes prepared for the delectation of the audience included seafood pasta; panfried beef fillet stuffed with mushroom and herb with lentils; soufflé; and Indianspiced sauté chicken. A number of fortunate members of the audience were drawn from the hat to sample the creations. All in all, It was foodie heaven, and bursting with the general appeal that only a witty expert such as Corrigan can bring to these affairs. The punters also enjoyed a ‘warm-up’ by the Thomond Park head chef, Jonathon Ronan of Masterchef, and there was a performance by New Zealand singing star Will Martin, who also performed at UCH last week. Organiser Michelle Payne, Thomond Park Stadium’s business development manager, expressed delight with the turnout, and said that the event had once again underlined Thomond Park’s world-class credentials as a venue | BP October 2010
Will Martin performing at the Richard Corrigan Live Cookery Demonstration at Thomond Park
Richard Corrigan and Mike Sherry busy with the prep work as they create another mouth-watering dish
Mayor of Limerick, Cllr Maria Byrne, samples the dishes at ‘An Evening With Richard Corrigan’
Michelin Star-winning celebrity chef and restaurateur, Richard Corrigan, who brought his distinctive and accessible blend of expertise and entertainment to Limerick last month for the enjoyment of a 400-strong audience at Thomond Park
Richard Corrigan with Kieran Essex and Conor Murray from the Munster Rugby Academy
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Brosnan is special guest at Limerick Chamber Autumn Business Lunch Limerick Chamber Autumn Business Lunch took place in Thomond Park on Thursday September 23, with guest speaker Denis Brosnan talking on the recommendations of the two government appointed groups for the region which he Chairs, the Mid-West Regional Task Force and the Limerick Local Government Committee. The Lunch was sponsored by 3, who were represented by Damien Gallagher, 3’s Business Director
Maria Kelly, CEO, Limerick Chamber, Kieran MacSweeney, President Limerick Chamber, Denis Brosnan, Damien Gallagher Business Director 3 (Sponsor & Guest Speaker)
Ted Brooks of The Discovery Partnership, with Donie O’Connor, and Mike O’Sullivan, Discovery Partnership
Sean O’Donoghue, CIMA, with Kieran MacSweeney, President, Limerick Chamber, and Maria Kelly, CEO, Limerick Chamber
David Hickey, Limerick Self Storage, with Niall Greene, Dermot Cassidy, 3 and Alan Beechinok, 3
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Guarantors are Now Taking it Personally A personal guarantee is a legal undertaking by an individual (“the guarantor”) to repay someone else’s loan (the principle borrower’s). By Aoife Walsh, Solicitor, Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolution Unit. During the Celtic Tiger entering into personal guarantees became common place, particularly for property developers who sought large sums of money from the various lending institutions to fund property development and speculation. Guarantors now often find themselves the subject of legal actions taken by lenders seeking to enforce personal guarantees where the principal borrower is unable to meet repayments. In seeking to recover sums under a personal guarantee, the lender must:• Secure a judgment on foot of the terms of the personal guarantee; and then • Enforce that judgment against the assets of the guarantor. Judgment on Guarantee
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It is usual for the terms of a personal guarantee to provide that the lender may seek to enforce the guarantee only after the principal borrower has defaulted in repayment of the loan or is no longer in a position to discharge the loan. Once this arises the lender will usually issue a demand letter to the guarantor, on foot of the specific terms of the personal guarantee, seeking repayment of the outstanding sums due to it and, if provided under the guarantee, interest on such sum. In circumstances where that sum is not paid by the guarantor the lender may institute legal proceedings against the guarantor in the District, Circuit or High Court. In the High Court in particular it can take up to two years to obtain a hearing date. The Commercial Court deals with cases far more quickly and accordingly for claims of €1,000,000 or more lenders can apply to have the matter dealt with by the Commercial Court. Recently there has been a significant increase in cases taken by lenders concerning personal guarantees being admitted to the Commercial Court. This is primarily due to a surge in the number of loans being defaulted upon. In the case October 2010
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of Ringsend Property Limited v Donatex Limited and Bernard McNamara [2009] I.E.H.C. 568 the Commercial Court gave judgment against a personal guarantor for the sum of approximately €62.5m. Other cases have turned upon the terms of the personal guarantee and disputes over the liability of the guarantor for certain loans. Enforcement of Judgments The methods by which judgments may be enforced, usually by lenders, include:• Judgment Mortgage If the guarantor has property or land it may be possible to secure judgments by attaching judgment mortgages to property. Once a judgment mortgage has been registered lenders may apply for an order declaring the mortgage well charged. An order for sale may then be obtained and thereafter enforced.
a principal borrower can have far reaching and very serious personal consequences where the principal borrower defaults on its obligations to repay the loan. No individual should enter into a personal guarantee without first having taken legal advice. Such legal advice should be independent from that given to the principal borrower. A guarantor should always ensure that the guarantee accurately identifies which of the principal borrower’s debt is being guaranteed. Where legal action is taken or threatened on the foot of a personal guarantee advice should be taken immediately to ascertain the terms and the scope of the guarantee. It is also advisable to seek advice on any subsequent negotiations and legal proceedings for judgment and enforcement, as business and personal assets may be at risk, as well as the risk of enforcement by way of bankruptcy.
• Bankruptcy Lenders may issue bankruptcy proceedings to have guarantors declared bankrupt. Bankruptcy has far reaching effects on the guarantor. • Power of the Sheriff Applications may be made to the Sheriff to seize all of the guarantor’s moveable goods, subject to certain limitations. The Sheriff may sell the goods seized by auction, tender or private proposal at any time after the expiration of fortyeight hours after seizure. • Garnishee Proceedings This involves the seizure or attachment of debts due to the guarantor. The court has the power to order a third party to pay lenders directly the debt which the third party owes to the guarantor. • Instalment Order Lenders apply to have the means of guarantors examined and an order made for periodic payments in the lenders’ favour. Non-compliance with an instalment order can lead to committal of a guarantor to prison. Conclusion The furnishing of a personal guarantee by an individual to secure credit to
Aoife Walsh is a solicitor in the Commercial Litigation and Dispute Resolution Unit of Holmes O’Malley Sexton, Solicitors and may be contacted at 061-313222 or via email at aoife. walsh@homs.ie This article is intended to be a general guide and is not intended to act as a substitute for specific professional advice on a given matter. Neither the author nor the publisher will accept any responsibility for loss or damage occasioned to any person as a result of their acting or failing to act as a result of the information contained in this article. 27
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Glasshouse has fine dining slant on casual comforts Limerick’s newest culinary destination, The Glasshouse Restaurant, which opened for business at Riverpoint last month, has already made a reputable name for itself in its delivery of a blend of the comforts of casual dining with the attention to detail in service and food that one expects from fine dining restaurants.
Fiona Grace offers the opening night guests a sample of the quality wine from the beverage programme at The Glasshouse.
Attention to detail is the name of the game at The Glasshouse Restuarant, and there has been a forensic degree of focus that the restaurant’s chef and owner, David Corbett, and his team, have applied to all areas of the business, from the kitchen, to the front-of-house elements such as staff training in all aspects of the menus and the beverage list. As David puts it: “in order for what we are doing to succeed, we must all have a firm understanding of the food and beverages we are serving to the customers.” Great care has also gone into the use of the floor space in The Glasshouse Restaurant, with the upper floor exclusively for dining, and the downstairs floor designated as the Lounge, for ‘walk-ins’ and non-diners,
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and also for providing a relaxing, ‘loungey’ atmosphere for the enjoyment of a pre- or post-dinner beverage. A mAjoR emphasis has been placed on using The Glasshouse Restaurant menus to showcase the bounty of ireland’s west coast seafood, as well as munster’s finest meats. David points out that only the freshest ingredients and artisanal products will make it to your plate when you dine at The Glasshouse. equal attention has been paid, through many hours of sampling and consideration, to compiling the establishment’s wine and beer list. | *
Francisco Valenti and Diane Sheahan were among the many guests who enjoyed the fare served and the atmosphere at last month’s offical opening of The Glasshouse Restaurant at Riverpoint. October 2010
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“We are very proud of the beverage program we have created,” David says. “The Glasshouse boasts an impressive list of craft beers from around the world, ranging from a dry hoppy Czech to Trapist monk golden ales, and even the likes of beverages for dessert, perhaps a Belgium cherry lambic beer. With a wine list of over 60 bottles the selections include new and old world wines from large and small producers, 20 of which can be tasted by the glass. For those looking for something special, the list includes world-renowned producers whose wines are sure to impress.” The comfortable Lounge will serve all of these items, as well as classic and creative house-created cocktails using fresh ingredients, and an appealing selection of top-shelf spirits, liqueurs, ports and sherries. The staff at The Glasshouse have been trained in understanding all aspects of the various dishes and how they are prepared; knowledge of the sources of the ingredients of all dishes; which flavour profiles should be associated with which on the list, and in the background and history of the beverages, and in the ingredients and preparation of the house cocktails; and in how to glean the information from a guest to be able to make the best recommendation, when asked for one. The Glasshouse wishes to extend its welcome to all those wishing to experience quality food and drink in atmosphere that encourages them to simply enjoy. | BP
Andrea O'Donoghue and Hughie Greene enjoying the recent opening night of The Glasshouse Restaurant October 2010
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The Glasshouse is now open for lunch, from 12 noon to 3pm
Pictured from left: Brian Greene, Dave Corbett and Daphne Greene, celebrate the grand opening of The Glasshouse Restaurant
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SPECIAL GUEST APPEARANCE:
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is nearly upon us... Limerick Racecourse is delighted to announce the Judges for Ladies Day on the Ladbrokes Munster National Raceday, 10th October 2010. Yvonne Ellard, a former Miss Ireland and winner of the Best Dressed at the Dublin Horse Show and Sinead Desmond, presenter of TV 3’s Ireland AM will have the daunting task of picking a winner in the style stakes at Limerick. Sinead Desmond of TV3 said: - “October in Ireland might not be a time that people automatically associate with glamour, style and elegance but judging by the previous winners of the most appropriately dressed prize at this meet in Limerick it’s clear that the chillier winds of Autumn don’t dampen the high standards
of style that the ladies of Limerick are known for. Obviously the floaty, strappy dresses of summer are a Yvonne Ellard
looking for stylish practical Autumnal wear and the winner will be walking away with a massive €5,000 voucher for Keanes Jewellers so I’m sure there’ll be hot competition on the day.”
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The lucky winner of the Best Dressed Competition will walk away with a diamond ring valued at €5,000 from Keanes Jewellers, Limerick while second prize is a gift voucher from Isobel’s Boutique, Adare and third prize is a gift voucher for Reva’s Spa at the Woodlands House Hotel. thing of the past now, so you’ll want to be warm and cosy as well as looking fabulous” When asked what she would be looking for in Limerick, Yvonne Ellard said “I’ll be
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The well known local horse Beef or Salmon is coming out of retirement at Limerick Racecourse this October!
The ten finalists will each receive a goody bag with a €100 gift voucher from Keanes Jewellers, plus additional treats! Sinead Desmond
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Dining at its best this October At Limerick Racecourse we are proud to provide a premier hospitality venue in Munster and indeed Ireland. We are delighted to welcome Fitzgerald’s Woodlands House Hotel to their first Munster National as our In house caterers here in Limerick Racecourse. The Woodlands Hotel has an excellent reputation for good food and great service with over 25 years experience. A tantalising menu has been created for the Ladbrokes Munster National on Sunday 10th October 2010. Book the fabulous Ladies Package for only €50 to include admission, race card, sparkling wine, 2 course lunch in our panoramic restaurant, fashion show and live music. Or why not book our Great Restaurant Package - €75 for 4 course lunch to include admission, racecard, 4 course lunch, resident tipster, tote, cash bar, fashion show and live music. Don’t forget that the first race is off at 2:30pm!
Call Limerick Races today on 061 320000 or visit our website www.limerickraces.ie
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Plus! - Book 10 or more tickets on-line for any of our packages from General Admission to Ladies Level and receive a 10% discount. JUST QUOTE: code 101010
As part of the Playing for Life Charity, set up by Tracey Piggott, a special Man v Horse (Beef or Salmon v a special local celeb.!) race will take place up the home straight on Munster National & Ladies Day 10.10.10. Please visit our website on Thursday to find out who our guest star will be...!
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Great Family Day Out! Limerick Racecourse has so much to offer in terms of a great day out for the whole family. This year we have Laser Tag, also known as laser combat – the next generation in entertainment. Laser Tag offers everything for younger players bringing computer games to life to a full on adrenaline charged experience for older players.
The LRC Kidz club will be in full swing as will the Go Racing Kids Club which is co-ordinated by HRI and will incorporate the Front Runner program for Kids, giving children an insight into racing in a fun and interactive way. They will learn how to plait a horses mane, design jockeys silks, tack a horse and visit the parade ring.
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Kilmallock defeat Emmets to become Senior County Hurling Champions
Kilmallock celebrate their coronation as the 2010 Limerick County Senior Hurling Champions after they defeated Emmets at the Limerick Gaelic Grounds on Sunday October 3. Team captain, Gavin O’Mahony, receives the cup from Mike O’Riordan, secretary, Limerick County Board, and Liam Lenihan, Chairman Limerick County Board in the Gaelic Grounds. Pictures: Keith Wiseman
Gavin O’Mahony, Kilmallock team captain, with (from left) Mike O’Riordan, Secretary, Limerick County Board; Fergal Deegan, Limerick’s Live 95FM (sponsors); and Liam Lenihan, Chairman Limerick County Board 32
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Limerick ladies capture silverware at Croke Park
Limerick captain Sandra Larkin lifts the cup to celebrate the team’s victory over Louth in the TG4 All-Ireland Junior Ladies Football Championship Final at Croke Park. Pictures: Ray McManus/SPORTSFILE
Limerick manager Tommy Stack celebrates after the final whistle
Yvette Moynihan, Dympna O’Brien and Ella O’Shaughnessy celebrate after the final whistle
Marie Claire Curtin, Limerick, in action against Siobhan McDonald, Louth
The Joyous scenes in the Limerick camp after the final whistle was blown October 2010
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Kate Flood, Louth, challenged for possession by Limerick’s Maggie O’Brien
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Peter Dee Academy of Music has been providing music tuition to the local region for almost four decades. Owned and managed by well known musician /composer, Denis Carey, the Academy has been meeting the ever growing demand from the local community for music courses. Denis explains that the Academy is unique in that it presents students with the opportunity to study a wide variety of music styles including; • Classical • Contemporary • Jazz • Popular / Rock • Irish Traditional
Denis emphasises that the musical learning experience needs to be a fun and enjoyable one along with being educational. Regular workshops and master-classes take place at the Academy. Students have won many scholarships and competitions and have gone on to successful careers in music as teachers and performers. Although examinations are an integral and important aspect of the study of music, Denis stresses that they are not compulsory. The Academy encourages students and teachers to communicate by listening, participating and co-operating in music making with a real sense of fun. The individual needs, likes and goals of each student are fully taken into consideration when a course of study is undertaken. The Academy will in 2012 celebrate the 40th anniversary of its founding. Originally established by Peter DiBenedetto, the Academy has developed a reputation as one of the leading music schools in the South of Ireland.
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“The Gift of Music is a gift for life. This is a great time for you to pursue your interest in music no matter what your age. Apart from children, many teachers love to teach adults and there are plenty of good adult orientated materials out there. We are very happy to work with students of all ages, including mature students, and we have plenty of teachers across a wide range of instruments who will enjoy working with you – Go for it!!!” Denis Carey
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Former pupil Shonagh Daly has enjoyed huge success on the West End Stage performing leading roles in Les Miserables and Dirty Dancing.
Jane Clohessy with her teacher Emma enjoying a piano lesson at the Peter Dee Academy proudly being watched by her father Peter and brother Harry. Courses offered: Piano, Guitar, Bass Guitar, Keyboard, Accordion, Concertina, Harp, Violin, Banjo, Mandolin, Tin Whistle, Flute, Saxophone, Clarinet, Drums, Bodhran, Voice, Theory, Teaching Diploma, Ensemble, Traditional Groups, Junior & Leaving Certificate Music October 2010
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“Music with its hidden powers to move, heal, stimulate, relax and inspire, is an essential part of the human experience. Far too often we put emphasis on life skills with far less potency and relevance. The value of a strong music education reaches deep into the cultural fabric of a people. For many years the Peter Dee academy of Music in Limerick, by providing access and tuition, has enriched the life of young musicians throughout the region. May it continue in this vital role long into the future.” Bill Whelan. Contact the Academy: Peter Dee Academy of Music, 7 Crescent Villas, O’Connell Avenue, Limerick Tel: +353 61 310028 www. peterdeeacademyofmusic.com 35
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Limerick venues join in the ‘toast to Arthur’ on September 23 Limerick celebrated Arthur’s Day in style on Thursday September 23, with celebrations running from the big Arthur’s Day toast at 17.59hrs in pubs across the City, and continuing with live music and entertainment in venues and on the streets late into the night.
Aoife McCarthy and Adam Howard who recently announced their engagment, and were in Dolan’s Bar on September 23 to celebrate Arthur’s Day.
RAISING A GLASS: Ken O’Connell gets into the spirit for Arthur’s Day, at O’Connell’s Bar, Little Ellen Street. Pictures: Keith Wiseman
Pictured from left in Clohessy’s Bar, celebrating Arthur’s Day are: Brendan Ryan of Diageo, Brian Smith and Peter Clohessy, Peter Clohessy’s Bar & Sin Bin Nite Club; and Ray Sheehan, Sales Manager.
Paul Minihan, Brendan O’Sullivan and Damian Coman during the Arthur’s Day celebrations in The Stables Bar, University of Limerick.
Robert Byrne with customers, toasting Arthur’s Day at Bobby Byrne’s, O’Connell Avenue 36
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Maria Kiely, Aine Doran, Emma Touhy and Bethany Liston celebrating Arthur’s Day in Smyths Bar. October 2010
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‘Arthur’ raises the glass for Arthur’s Day, on the Guinness Barge which moored in Limerick Dock on Thursday, September 23
A toast to Arthur at Dolans Bar, Dock Road, at 17.59hrs on September 23
Anthony O’Dwyer toasting Arthur’s Day in O’Dwyer’s Bar, Wolfe Tone Street
Joe Hayes and Dave Hickey of South’s Bar celebrate with ‘Arthur’
Louise Connolly, Sean Arthur and Claire Connolly in South’s Bar for Arthur’s Day
Liam and Michael Flannery toasting Arthurs Day in Flannery’s, Denmark Street October 2010
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Summer Nichols, visiting from South Carolina, USA, was in South’s Bar on September 23, when ‘Arthur’ dropped in to celebrate Arthur’s Day
Andy Moloney (left) drinks to the health of ‘Arthur’ on the Guinness barge. For Andy, it was a trip down memory lane, as he used to work on the barges that brought Guinness from Dublin to Limerick 50 years ago 37
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New site ‘digs’ into rental accommodation A GROUP of Limerick entrepreneurs is tapping into demand for rental accommodation, targetting homeowners who want to generate extra income by renting out a room in their homes during the week. Frank Keohane, founder of Raheenbased firm Litho Circuits, director of the new on-line service, www.getdigs.ie, explained that the site is aimed at people who want to rent Monday-Friday and return home at the weekend, such as students and business commuters. The site links in with the Government ‘Rent A Room’ scheme, whereby homeowners can earn up to €10,000 euro per annum (or €833 per week), tax free, by renting out a room. By signing up for the www.getdigs.ie service, homeowners will have their room listed on the website, which has available rooms viewable by area. Homeowners are under no obligation to enter into any arrangements with, or reveal their identity to, prospective tenants, until they are satisifed and decide to go ahead and accept a tenant. While the Monday-Friday ‘digs’ mode of accommodation was common in Ireland up to the 1990s, they went out of fashion during the ‘boom years’, but Mr Keohane reports that enquiries about digs have increased by some 25 per cent in recent times. See the website at www.getdigs.ie, and also check out the company’s blog for updates, at www.getdigs.blogs.ie
Shannon Foynes Port Company in ‘modest profit’ DESPITE the current significant economic challenges, Shannon Foynes Port Company has recorded a modest profit in 2009, thus helping it to maintain its position as Ireland’s largest bulk port company. Announcing the company’s results for 2009, Chairperson Kay McGuinness said that with the port sector experiencing extremely difficult trading conditions, Shannon Foynes Port Company’s achievement in staying in profit in 2009 “cannot be overstated”. “This is a significant achievement and bodes very well for the future,” she said. The 2009 results are down just 7 per cent on 2008, with an operating profit of €1,956,000, before financing costs, loss on disposal of assets and exceptional items. Factoring in the various costs left the company recording a profit of €182,000. Ms McGuinness added that not only do the results underline the significance of SFPC as Ireland’s largest bulk port operator for 2009, they also reveal a “significant upturn” in the last quarter of the year; a momentum that she says has been maintained into 2010. Also during 2009, SFPC’s operating margin grew to 20.6 per cent, from 19.3 per cent in the previous 12 months. There was also investment in capital projects to the tune of €700,000—this has brought investment in infrasturcture by the company to €17m in the past six years.
STORMY BACKDROP: Despite the turbulent economic climate prevailing in the Mid-West, Shannon Foynes Port Company posted a profit in 2009
The SFPC board also established a sub-committee dedicated to focusing on marketing and business development. SFPC Chief Executive, Pat Keating, was satisfied with what he termed as the “robust financial performance” of SFPC against the backdrop of a challening economic climate. “Despite a tonnage throughput fall of 30 per cent due to the severe downturn,” Mr Keating said, “we managed to limit the fall in turnover to just 12.7%. Our general cargo terminals, for example, recorded a 9.5% contraction, which reflects particularly well when compared with the 20% national decline, with a 40% drop recorded in some instances.” Mr Keating said that “prudent management” of the company’s costs had been a significant factor in SFPC’s profitable performance. Mr Keating added that the company was, accordingly, set up for further growth in an export-led economic recovery. | BP
Appointment at Capital Assets
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Keith McGuigan, Capital Assets
LIMERICK-bASED property asset managers Capital Assets, has appoined Limerickman Keith McGuigan as Finance Director, as the firm positions itself for business growth over the coming year , as property investors and lenders increasingly turn to expert service providers to more effectively manage property portfolios. Keith will also play a key role in preparing and overseeing all financial aspects of the asset and debt management plans for clients. He is a chartered accountant with over ten years’ international experience in a variety of sectors. | BP October 2010
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New website is a major boost for Mid-West tourism A NEW tourism website for Limerick taps into the pride of the local populace in the area’s landmarks and attractions, to provide an online trove of extensive visitor information, as well as a detailed overviews of what are some of Ireland’s most famous tourism attractions. The site also features considerable detail on the range of local accommodation providers, as well as events and festivals taking place in Limerick during the year. The website, www.discoverlimerick.ie was launched at Adare Heritage Centre last week, and is an initiative of the County Limerick Tourism Forum, established in 2007 under the auspices of Limerick County Development Board to promote tourism in County Limerick. The website is funded by Shannon
AT THE CLICK OF A BUTTON: Becky Costello from Ballyhoura Mountain Bikes now has access to a trove of information on biking and a myriad of pursuits at the new www.discoverlimerick.ie website, funded by Shannon Development, Limerick County Council and County Limerick Tourism Trade Forum, launched last month at Adare Heritage Centre. Picture: Kieran Clancy—www.kieranclancy.ie October 2010
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GOING LIVE: Officially taking the new website on-line at Adare Heritage Centre were, from left, Dr Vincent Cunnane, CEO, Shannon Development., and Cllr Richard Butler, Cathaoirleach of Limerick County Council Picture: Dave Gaynor
Development, the Regional Tourism Organisation and Limerick County Council. At the official launch of the site, Cathaoirleach of Limerick County Council and Chairman of the Limerick County Development Board, Cllr Richard Butler applauded what he described as a “one stop shop for anyone interested in finding out more about the tourism product on offer in Limerick”. He said that the site would also be a great assistance to the efforts of the local tourism sector to further establish Limerick as a desirable domestic and international tourist destination. Dr Vincent Cunnane, Chief Executive, Shannon Development, was also enthusiastic about the value of the new website, describing it as a great asset to the Shannon Development online tourism marketing campaigns for Limerick. County Limerick Tourism Forum member Maeve Kelly, of Adare Heritage Centre, said: “This website, as does the County Limerick Tourism Forum, provides a wonderful platform for tourism operators and development agencies in Limerick to share their expertise and promote their offerings to the world.” | BP
Improvements in payment of business bills BUSINESSES in Limerick are among the country’s fastest paying firms, according to a new analysis of business invoice settlements during the second quarter of 2010. However, the positive results in the latest figures from global information service Experian are somewhat undercut by the finding that firms in the Republic are lagging behind their counterparts in Northern Ireland, who are paying bills a full seven days earlier. And while the results for January-June 2010 show businesses in the State paying two days earlier than for the same period in 2009, the Experian survey betrays a deterioration during the second quarter of a full day beyond terms (DBT). During the first six months of 2010, businesses in the State paid invoices 26 days DBT, two days faster than the trend reported during the first half of 2009. However, while the figure was 26.53 DBT during the first quarter, payment performance deteriorated in the second quarter to 27.82 DBT. The Experian figures show that businesses in Kerry are fastest to pay their bills, with an average DBT of 19.30. In Experian’s top ten table of fastest paying businesses during the second quarter of the year, Carlow firms are the slowest, with an average DBT Continual movement of 24.31. of cash flow is vital to Limerick stability and growth firms are eighth in the table (23.71 DBT), behind Kerry, Mayo (19.54); Cavan (19.84); Laois (21); Clare (22.54); Galway (22.62); Wicklow (22.69); and ahead of Cork (23.95) and Carlow. Businesses in Waterford were the slowest to settle bills, paying on average 37 DBT. The data was gleaned from analysis of the payment records of tens of thousands of businesses in the Republic and Northern Ireland, including those owned by overseas companies. 39
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Junior Cert joy at School of Mathematics Within its first year of opening, the Castletroy school has already proven itself to be an exceptional educational establishment, recording a 100 % success rate. All students who came to the school for weekly sessions 9 weeks prior to the Junior Cert higher Level, went up by an outstanding average of 2 grades. One student made a 40 % leap from their pre-examinations results, and another recorded a 40 % improvement to a ‘C’ grade after only 8 weeks of tuition. School founder, Mark McGrath, B.Sc M.Ed., said that he is “thrilled” with the students’ results, but was most pleased that so many of his pupils, of varying abilities, had achieved such impressive individual results. Mark said: “i was particularly impressed with one student’s results as her self-confidence in mathematics was crushed when she first came to the school. She had been told she wasn’t able for hL maths after achieving 21% in her pre’s. this turned around after 9 weeks tuition to a ‘C’ grade. the student and her parents were over the moon with the result. those attending the two half-day revision courses just prior to the
Junior Cert. higher Level also improved very well, with two students leaping from a ‘D’ grade to a ‘C’ grade and one student, from a ‘B’ to an ‘A’. Mark has transformed the traditional teaching and learning experience in the classroom. his innovative programme delivers cutting edge tuition and training, and the results speak for themselves. Describing the school’s approach to education, Mark explains: “the school of mathematics cultivates a natural and stress-free environment where students can learn in a fun, and enjoyable way.” he continues: the school’s philosophy is one of ‘inclusive Mathematics Learning’, that is, a learning environment which positively affects all student participants and which places the student at the CEntRE of the learning process.” Mark adds: “We plan, year on year, to build on our success. Our aim is to ensure all students attending our tuition classes attain the best result they can in their school and state exams”. For further information see www.schoolofmathematics.ie
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High-spec production facility in Raheen has grant aid benefits It was recently announced by the Minister for the Enterprise trade and innovation that any major firm investing in the Midwest will be able to get grant aid of 10% of their investment. This announcement firmly places the Midwest Region on a par with the West and Southwest of Ireland Eurotech Ireland which DtZ Sherry FitzGerald has been instructed to sell by private treaty comprises an internationally significant high specification production facility located in Raheen Limerick, Ireland and will benefit from this significant grant aid. The high profile manufacturing facility comprises approximately 36,009 sq m (387,597 sq ft) and is located on a site of approximately 11.97 ha (29.58 acres). Located in the Mid West of Ireland,
Limerick City is the administrative capital of the Shannon region. Readily accessible by air, road, rail and port, Limerick is approximately 100 km north of Cork via the N20, 194 km south west of Dublin city via the N7, 196 km North West of Rosslare Harbour via the N24, 100 km south of Galway and 24 km south east of Shannon International Airport. Shannon International Airport offers regular daily flights to the US, UK and Europe. At the 2006 census, County Limerick had an overall population of 131,303 and Limerick City had a population of approximately 54,023. The property is situated on a site of approximately 11.97 ha (29.58 acres) providing 1,010 car parking spaces located to the front of the two storey office block.
There is a separate entrance to the manufacturing building and general marshalling area which provide extensive lorry parking facilities. “This is a significant change in regional investment rules by the European Commission, which together with the unrivalled location and ever improving motorway will ensure that Eurotech Ireland is of interest to owner occupiers, investors and developers” according to John Buckley: Director DtZ Sherry FitzGerald. For further information contact: John Buckley by e-mail on John.Buckley@dtz.ie and please see display advertisement below for more contact details | BP
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Retail/residential opportunity Pet Crafts & Aquatics has been successfully in business for 33 years and is being sold due to the owner retiring. There are also 3 apartments, overhead the shop, which are part of the sale. extending to 4 floors, this Georgian building
also has a basement. Located in the heart of Limerick city centre, close to a host of amenities and thriving businesses such as AIB and Bank Of Ireland. Boasting many original features such as high ceilings and coving throughout. Vacant possession,
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3,000 sq ft. The basement is being used as a fish aquarium, at present. There are also two storage rooms and a bathroom. There is a bright entrance hallway. The ground floor is currently being used as a pet shop. It features a large, bright bay window which is double glazed. There is also a storage area to the back with a w.h.b. The 1st floor recess has a bathroom with w.c, w.hb and bath. Apartment one features one bedroom, a living room and a kitchen/dining room. The 2nd floor recess has a bathroom with w.c, w.hb and bath. The second apartment has 2 bedrooms, a living rm and a kitchen/dining rm. The 3rd floor recess has a bathroom with w.c, w.hb and bath. The third apartment has one bed-
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77 SHANNONVALE OLD CRATLOE ROAD LIMERICK
On the market in super condition throughout. Situated only 1 mile from Murroe village and 7 miles from Limerick. It stands on just over an acre of private, mature and landscaped gardens with large garage, outhouse & electric gates. It has generous living accommodation and dormer windows if one chooses to convert the attic. VIEWING HIGHLY RECOMMENDED
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Guide `220,000 Close to all local amenities this substantial property, in Shannonvale, is also ten minutes from Limerick City Centre. Delightful and spacious, this is an ideal starter home for first time buyers. Decorated to a high standard both internally and externally the property has been proudly maintained. With versatile layout, the house is also complemented by generous gardens. Viewing is highly recommended.
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FEATURES Serviced by oil fire central heating there are double glazed Upvc windows throughout. With landscaped gardens, front and rear, there is also a spacious decking area.
ACCOMMODATION: GROUND Hallway Bright and welcoming entrance hallway. Sitting Room With oak flooring there is a light oak fireplace with cast iron insert. Living room With oak flooring and a large bright bay window. Kitchen/dining room With fully tiled flooring the kitchen features light oak shaker style units.
ACCOMMODATION: FIRST FLOOR Bedroom 1 The first bedroom is the large master with built in wardrobes and an ensuite bathroom. En suite bathroom Fully tiled with usual fittings. Bedroom 2 With built in wardrobes. Bedroom 3 With built in wardrobes. Bath room Fully tiled with usual fittings.
October 2010
05/10/2010 23:21:16
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DTZ secures two new retailers for Cruiseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s St Eircom have just launched a new mobile brand as emobile. The emobile brand, which is a subsidiary brand of meteor has secured the former Barrettâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Shoe store 5 cruises Street to open its first store in Limerick. cruises Street is one of five additional locations nationally, with new stores in cork, Galway, and two stores in Dublin. in addition to this letting DTZ have also let 7 cruises Street to Benetton. United colors of Bennetton specialise in fashion apparel, with a wide range of clothing for both ladies and children. ciara mccarthy of DTZ commented that emobile and Benetton are a great additions to cruises Street and will add to the retail mix already established on the street. ms mccarthy further states that prime retail units are still in demand and there are a number of retailers acknowledging that it is an attractive time to expand and locate in Limerick. emobile & Bennetton will join will now trade alongside a number of multinational retailers such as river island, Boots, New Look, monsoon and HmV. opportunities remaining on the street include 6 cruises Street a unit which extends to approximately 319 sq m, with 167 sq m located at ground floor level and extensive frontage onto cruises Street. | BP For further information please contact Ciara McCarthy or John Buckley on 061-418111 October 2010
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Fantastic residential prospect on the market at Mayorstone With a great location on the hugely popular, and much sought after, Ennis Road, this house at 137 Mayorstone is close to a host of amenities and a short distance from Limerick City. There is a price guide of €210,000 on this property, with Limerick City auctioneers, P&W McMahon O’Brien. With three large bedrooms there is plenty of open and airy living space and the large garage, which is attached to the property, is ideal for extension. Complemented by a large front garden, viewing is recommended. Through the door there is a large, bright entrance hallway. With a feature fireplace and a t.v point, the Living room has a large window which contributes plenty of light to the already bright room. There is a la rge k itchen/breakfast r oom. With solid wood flooring and coving throughout, the Sitting room has a large bright window to rear garden and a t.v point. Bedroom 1 is a large double bedroom with a built in wardrobe. The second bedroom is a large double bedroom with a built in wardrobe and a t.v point.
Bedroom three is a good sized single bedroom with a built in wardrobe. The bathroom is fully tiled with w.c, w.h.b, bath and electric shower. There is a garage which is fully wired and is ideal for conversion. Serviced by oil fired central heating there are aluminium windows throughout and good sized gardens, front and rear. For further information, please contact P&W McMahon O’Brien Auctioneers on 061-418878 | BP
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October 2010
05/10/2010 23:50:07
BP | Motoring
Conlon’s unveil exciting new Mini Countryman and BMW Touring
The new Mini Countryman on the night of its local unveiling at Conlon’s BMW, Limerick Models Ailish Murphy and Eilis Walsh at the launch of the new Mini Countryman in Conlons BMW Dealership, Ballysimon Road
Ray Conlon, Managing Director, Conlons; with Damian Barry, Mini Manager, Conlon’s Limerick; model Eilis Walsh; Jack Lyons, Dealer Principal, Conlon’s Limerick; and model Ailish Murphy; unveil the new Mini Countryman, in Conlon’s BMW Dealership, Ballysimon Road
Sean Flynn, Service Manager, Conlons Garage and Jerry Crowley, Marketing Manager, Conlons Garage at the launch of the new BMW Touring and Mini Countryman in Conlon’s BMW Dealership, Ballysimon Road October 2010
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Limerick-based 2FM DJ, J-Jay, with Alison Martin and Eoin Kernan at the launch of the new BMW Touring and Mini Countryman in Conlon’s BMW Dealership, Ballysimon Road 45
05/10/2010 20:06:21
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Keeping positive in tough times Doom and gloom are words that simply don’t register in the vocabulary of Colman Fox, manager of Limerick Car Rentals… LIMERICK-basEd car dealership, Clareview Motors, is setting its face against the recession, not only by expanding its activities but succeeding in its new area, car rentals. The positive vision of Clareview directors John Leahy and Neil O’Sullivan is given a public face in the indomitable spirit of Colman Fox, the manager of the company, Limerick Car Rentals. Colman joined Limerick Car Rentals on day one last June, with 25 years’ experience behind him as the overseer of a large car rental operation in Shannon. For Colman, the key word in the name of the firm is ‘Limerick’. “We are staffed and managed and directed by Limerick people, serving the Limerick area and its environs, and our aim is to be the best car rental business in the region,” he explained. Given the extensive experience amassed by Colman—and his directors, John Leahy and Neil O’Sullivan—at management level within the car sales, service and rental industry, the move to set up Limerick Car Rentals during a recession becomes unsurprising. aLREady a Limerick household name ‘brand’ for many years, it was clear that Clareview Motors could benefit from maximising the relationship between a strong dealership and a car rental offshoot. Limerick Car Rentals operates a fleet of 50 modern vehicles (with options in the economy, compact, intermediate, executive and people carriers groups) from its premises on the Ennis Road. “The aim was to offer a value for money service, run by Limerick people, and servicing the requirements of Limerick people, as well as visitors,” Colman says, “and things are going incredibly well.” The highly personal service that customers will receive from Colman and his assistant manager, Darragh Leahy, is a major factor in the success of this fledgling firm. “If you’re living in Limerick and you have a relative coming in to visit, and might need to hire a car, perhaps the natural thing to do is to get on to your google or your yahoo and do a search, but that will direct you to large multi-national car hire firms that are not even based in Limerick, so any money that they make doesn’t stay here. And with us, you deal with a person, not a website, and these days, that’s what people are looking for,” Colman said. Indeed, the idea of a highly personalised and quality service has
‘We can’t ignore the fact that we are in a depressed economy, but equally, if you want to succeed, you can’t be depressive in the way you go about business…’ COLMAN FOx OuTLINEs hIs MOTIvATION AT ThE MANAgEMENT hELM OF LIMErICk CAr rENTALs 46
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INDOMITABLE: Colman Fox, manager of Limerick Car Rentals. Picture: Keith Wiseman
been at the core of the Clareview Motors mission statement since its inception. “The personal touch is a big differentiator for us,” Colman said. “Our MD, John Leahy, often says that strong customer service is the single most important marketing tool available in any business,” he added. PERhaPs the most obvious question to put to the manager of a new business established in the teeth of a debilitating economic downturn would concern the matter of timing. Why now? “Of course things are bad for the economy, but we just have to battle on through it. What’s the alternative? We can’t give up. For us in the motor trade, things have changed big time, but there are opportunities for success if you have a company that can deliver a personal and value for money service, with a very strong emphasis on controlling costs,” Colman said. “We can’t ignore the fact that we are in a depressed economy, but equally, if you want to succeed, you can’t be depressive in the way you go about business. We’re fierce proud of our service and our company, and we’ll continue to deliver it in that way,”Colman concluded. | BP Contact Colman Fox on 061-221010 or 086-8538950. For instant access to further information on the company, and booking options, check out the website, www.limerickcarrentals.ie October 2010
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€15,445 (Delivery and related charges not included) is the Toyota Auris 2010 Scrappage Deal price which includes €1,500 Government scrappage and a €2,000 Toyota scrappage bonus. Auris from RRP €18,945 (Delivery and related charges not included). Model shown is the Auris Luna 5 door1.33 VVT-i RRP €21,485 (Delivery and related charges not included). Fuel Consumption is for an Auris Terra Petrol (1.33 Dual VVT-i) L/100km Urban - 7.1. Extra - 5.1. Combined - 5.8. Fuel emissions Co2/km - 135g. €16,635 (Delivery and related charges not included) is the Toyota Corolla 2010 Scrappage Deal price which includes €1,500 Government scrappage and a €1,860 Toyota scrappage bonus. Corolla from RRP €19,995 (Delivery and related charges not included). Model shown is the Corolla Luna 1.33 VVT-i - RRP €22,095 (Delivery and related charges not included). Fuel Consumption is for a Corolla Luna (1.33 Dual VVT-i) L/100km Urban - 7.2. Extra - 5.0. Combined - 5.8. Fuel emissions Co2/km - 133g. € 20,565 is the Toyota Avensis 2010 Scrappage Deal price which includes €1,500 Government scrappage and a €2,500 Toyota scrappage bonus. Avensis from RRP €24,165 (Delivery and related charges not included). Model shown is an Avensis Aura D-4D- RRP €25,380 fuel consumption figures for Avensis Aura D-4D Urban 6.7- Extra 4.5 Combined 5.3. Fuel emissions Co2/km - 139g. €21,900 (Delivery and related charges not included) is the Toyota Prius 2010 Scrappage Deal price which includes €1,277 Government scrappage and a €2,723 Toyota scrappage bonus. Prius from RRP €25,900 (Delivery and related charges not included). Model shown is the Prius Luxury - RRP €27,160 (Delivery and related charges not included). Prius Fuel consumption L/100km – Urban -3.9 Extra-Urban - 3.7, Combined - 3.9. Co2/km emissions – 89g. To avail of the Toyota scrappage offer customers must fulfill all the required criteria under the terms and conditions of the government scrappage scheme. Scrappage applies to diesel engine Avensis models and petrol engine Corolla models. Prius comes with a 5 year/ 100,000km warranty for all Hybrid components, while all other components are covered for 3 years or 100,000 km, whichever comes first and 3 years Toyota Eurocare emergency roadside assistance. All other models come with a 3-year or 100,000km parts and labour warranty and 3 years Toyota Eurocare emergency roadside assistance. Toyota Ireland is a 100% Irish owned company.
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SIMI urges caution on used cars Following a broadcast of RTE’s The Consumer Show last month, the SiMi is reiterating the need for consumers to be extremely careful when they are purchasing a used car. The programme highlighted the consequences of not undertaking a number of key checks when it comes to buying a used car. in both case studies, aggrieved consumers had either purchased their car from a private seller or a non SiMi dealer, which meant that redress was not an easy option even in the light of the major issues that were uncovered about their car. if either the written-off car or the car with outstanding finance was purchased from an SiMi dealer, the responsibility would have been on the dealer to clarify these issues in advance
of offering the car for sale, and in the event they failed to do so, the customer would have been entitled to redress from the dealer. in the event that the customer had experienced difficulty in this regard, they can avail of the Society’s Consumer Complaints Service which is free of charge to consumers and whose decisions are binding on the SiMi member garage. Alan nolan, Director general of SiMi commented, “The SiMi has long highlighted the importance of getting a full history check on a used car.” “our Car History Check service was setup for SiMi members to establish if the car has outstanding finance, has been imported from the UK, with full UK history including previous mileage information
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and if the car was ever used as a taxi. “Some write-off information is available from the Department of Transport but very little data is available from insurance companies here. in the UK, they have a very effective system aimed at informing the consumer on the degree of damage that was done to a car from ‘Category A’ (total write off and the car should be scrapped) to ‘Category D’ (the insurance company deemed the repair of the vehicle too costly relative to the value of the car). “in ireland, there is no such system and we are only allowed to know which cars should have been scrapped. Much more information on damaged cars needs to be made available by insurance companies to protect car buyers and road users generally.” nolan continued: “it is imperative that consumers know
as much as they can about who they are buying from and as much as they can about the car they are buying. Earlier this year, SiMi established www.beepbeep.ie, a used car website which only carries cars for sale from SiMi member dealers that have been fully Car History checked. “This means that if a problem was to arise with the car, the consumer is protected by Consumer law and in addition, has access to SiMi’s free Consumer Complaints service, which aims to help resolve such issue as quickly and effectively as possible. “if you are considering buying a used car, make sure to ask your SiMi dealer for a Car History Check certificate which was designed to give you peace of mind that the car you are buying has a clean history based on the available data sources,” he concluded. | BP
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BP Arts & Culture Circus of Horrors at Concert Hall THE Circus of Horrors tread the bloodsoaked boards at UCH on November 2 with their rocking and shocking new show, which marks its 15th anniversary. ‘The Four Chapters From Hell’ is performed by a mighty cast of 26 of the wildest, weirdest and greatest contemporary circus artistes and musicians. The new show takes audiences on a journey through all four of The Circus of Horrors’ incarnations in a musical masterpiece with the pulsating devil-driven rock’n’roll of Dr Haze and the Interceptors From Hell. Beginning in a French Asylum, the inmates are liberated and become the performers in the show. After killing their leader, filled with remorse they move across to Mexico to try and revive him in the Day of the Dead celebrations. The show then moves into Victorian London, into the late 1890’s as the Freak Show comes to town. A young girl, Regan, born in The Asylum, is woken from her deep sleep and runs away to join the circus before the evil and undead Dr Haze sacrifices her and feeds her to vampires. The final twist to the story takes us into the future, and into 2020, a futuristic
ROCKING AND SHOCKING… ‘The Four Chapter From Hell’ is a guaranteed sensation at UCH this November 2
vision of a ‘Mad Max’-style civilization inhabited by vampires, zombies and the undead. Regan now also undead seeks revenge on her evil slayer, all of course to disastrous consequences. The show contains some of greatest, most bizarre and beautiful circus acts
on earth. The Circus of Horrors presents ‘The Four Chapters From Hell’ at University Concert Hall on Tuesday November 2 at 8pm. For information or bookings call 061331549 or log onto www.uch.ie | BP
Tribute act Fake That to perform for Milford Hospice
flAwleSS AND eNeRGy-pACKeD: Fake That perform their tribute to iconic boyband Take That at UCK this November 4, in aid of Milford Hospice October 2010
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FAKE That, Europe’s first and biggest tribute to iconic boyband Take That, has announced a one-off show at UCH next month in aid of Milford Hospice. And although not lookalikes, Fake That continues to tour extensively in the UK, Scandinavia and the Far East, wowing audiences with their flawless, energypacked shows. Featuring hits such as ‘Never Forget’ and ‘Rule The World’, this tribute band promise to recreate the sound, look and feel of Take That while performing all their biggest hits
in an unforgettable, twohour extravaganza. Fake That’s Gary Barlow, Ashley Crowe, has a special affinity with Limerick as his father David hails from the city. A regular visitor over the years, this will be Ashley’s first time performing in his second home and he is determined to make it a special event for a very special cause. Fake That performs at UCH on Thursday November 4. For further information or bookings contact the box office on 061-331549 or see www.uch.ie | BP 49
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Andreas’s guitar wizardry captured on CD LIMERICK-based teenage guitar sensation Andreas Varady releases his debut duo album with Irish drumming force David Lyttle this month. Born in Slovakia, the 13-year-old is already one of the most talked about young guitarists on the global jazz scene. Playing since he was four our, Andreas is an accomplished and imaginative musician, inspired at an early age by Django Reinhart and later George Benson, Wes Montgomery and Joe Pass. Andreas plays by ear and is taught by his guitarist father, Bandi. He has lived in Ireland since
2008 and gained his first experience from busking and attending the Limerick Jazz Workshops. The talented youngster first reached a national audience on RTE’s ‘The Guitar’ competition in 2009, and has since featured on BBC and RTE television and radio. He has also performed at many international festivals, including Belfast’s Cathedral Quarter Arts Festival and renowned jazz festivals in Sligo, Derry and Cork. Following Andreas’s introduction to drumming star David Lyttle online in January, the pair have been developing their co-led group, with international stars such as Terrell Stafford, Soweto Kinch, Andreas Oberg and Louis Stewart. Their eagerly-awaited debut album, Andreas’s first studio recording, ‘Questions’, features Michael Janisch on bass and Bandi on rhythm guitar. The album will be released this October on Lyte Records. Later in the year, Andreas will be recording a duo CD with Martin Taylor on the world-famous guitarist’s own label. He will also be appearing at the Jazz Standard in New York, toruing Eastern Europe with his pal David Hodek, and receiving his signature
AndreAs VArAdy: the 13-year-old’s guitar technique has caused a sensation worldwide
‘Andreas Varady Model’ Tokai guitar. For more information, see the site www.andreasvarady.com | BP
November celebration of Vivaldi at the Hunt Museum SOME of Ireland’s wellestablished Early Music artists come together at The Hunt Museum on November 4 to perform ‘Vivaldi – The Cantatas’, an exciting body of work on period instruments. Vivaldi’s ‘Cantatas’ are full of drama and illustrate the most thrilling and engaging elements of Baroque
repertoire. This concert featuring soprano Deirdre Moynihan, violinist Maria Gaynor, harpsichordist Rachel Factor, and viola de gamba Malachy Robinson, is a unique experience for Limerick audiences to hear a concert of this repertoire with all the musical ingredients of the original setting.
In addition to the ‘Vivaldi Cantatas’, the programme will also include instrumental works by Geminiani and Veracini. There is a wine reception from 5.30pm and concert is at 6.30pm. For further information or bookings, contact 061-312833. | BP
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Cathy Davey returns to Limerick SINGING star CATHY Davey returns to Limerick for a show at Dolan’s Warehouse on Friday October 15. 2010 is turning into a landmark year for the Irish songstress. Her album ‘The Nameless’ hit number one recently, the same day as a sell-out show in Dublin’s Olympia Theatre. For the making of her new album Davey retreated to the small town of Albi outside Toulouse, a setting that would come to influence the songs on her third record in unexpected ways. “I spent a month in this old house, which was next door to where Toulouse-Lautrec used to live. It was owned by a lovely little lady whose husband had recently passed away,” Davey told Business People Mid-West. “She had plastic bowls all over the place containing small photographs of her dead husband. The thing is the photos were taken after he had died and showed him lying on a hospital bed with these black fingernails. The whole thing wasn’t really creepy but there was an overpowering sense of loss in the house,” Cathy explained. A joyful exploration of love, absence and death, ‘The Nameless’ is the singer’s best work to date. She will perform at Dolan’s Warehouse on Friday October 15. Doors open at 8pm and tickets cost e20. For more details or bookings call 061-314483 or log onto www.dolanspub.com | BP
Australian comedian Damian Clark brings laughter to The Loft AUSTRALIAN comedian Damian Clark brings his energetic live show to The Loft Venue, George’s Quay on October 22. One of the best comics to emerge from ‘Down Under’ in recent years, Damian’s enthusiastic and consistently upbeat storytelling continues to captivate audiences around the world. The immediately likeable Aussie is now based in Dublin and is a regular on the UK and European circuit. Damian was voted ‘The Number One Event To See’ and ‘cream of
‘Fame The Musical’ hits Limerick City
AFTER winning the nation’s hearts with their incredible performances in RTE’s ‘Search for the Stars of Fame – The Musical’, Ben Morris and Jessica Cervi will now join the cast of the criticallyacclaimed show when it visits UCH from October 26 to 31. ‘Fame – The Musical’ is the inspirational story of a diverse group of talented students studying at the New York School of the Performing Arts. The show explores the issues of prejudice, identity, self-worth, literacy and perseverance. The highs and lows are too much for some, but the kids’ determination to find greatness shines through. October 2010
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the crop’ by the national media within months of moving to Ireland. His ability to target everyday observations culturally as a source of humour immediately builds a great rapport with audiences. This ‘masterfully silly’ comedian headlines at The Loft on October 22. For further information or bookings call 085-2085737. | BP
Tallaght-based Ben steps into the role of Nick Piazza with London-trained singer Jessica joining him in the role of Serena Katz. According to ‘Fame – The Musical’ producer Robert C Kelly, who was one of the series’ judges, this show will give the viewers who supported the performers on the show the chance to see Ben and Jessica in the theatre in one of the liveliest shows in the world. “I think the audiences who come along will have a real night to remember,” he said. Tickets for the show are now available from the University Concert Hall box office on 061-331549. | BP 51
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Business PeoPle monthly events Guide 14 October to 16 October
Burn the Bad lamp BelltaBle off-site venUe, 36 CeCil street TOWn Hall Productions present a new show featuring Rod Goodall, founder member of the legendary Footsbarn Theatre Company, and a range of puppet characters played by Aine ní Dhroighneáin. www.belltable.ie 15 October
Gift Grub – live 12 October
An evening of Clairvoyance with Joe Power University Concert Hall LIVERPOOL-bORn medium Joe Power’s evening of clairvoyance will be a demonstration of communication where he delivers messages from people that have passed over. The accuracy of his private readings, public demonstrations and celebrity predications are creating a sensation on both sides of the Atlantic. www.uch.ie 12 October
leonard and tinney duo BelltaBle off-site venUe, 36 CeCil street TWO of Ireland’s top musicians — Catherine Leonard (violin) and Hugh Tinney (piano) perform sonatas by beethoven, Debussy and James Wilson. www.belltable.ie 12 October
exhibition opening: Fond memories Bring the light: the Photography of Franz sebastian haselbeck tHe HUnt MUseUM In partnership with ESb. Exhibition running from October 13 to november 7. www.huntmuseum.com 13 October
limerick Jazz society presents Cole Porter mostly Upstairs at Dolan’s CORMAC Kenevey and his band delve enthusiastically into the Cole Porter Songbook to bring an entertaining evening of new interpretations of this timeless music. www.dolanspub.com 52
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University ConCert Hall THE brainchild of comedian and satirist Mario Rosenstock, the phenomenal ‘Gift Grub’ comes to life on stage following two sold out shows at UCH last May. www.uch.ie 20 October
dedanann Dolan’s WareHoUse FOR over 25 years DeDanann was one of the most influential bands in Irish Traditional music. Following a hugely successful re-union concert in Galway last Christmas, they have received countless invitations to perform far and wide. DeDanann are back, better than ever and on the road again. www.dolanspub.com 26 October to 31 October
Fame - the musical University ConCert Hall STARRInG the winners of the hit show search, ben Morris and Jessica Cervi, ‘Fame – The Musical’ is the inspirational story of a diverse group of talented students studying at the new York School of the Performing Arts. The show also stars Sheila Ferguson of The Three Degrees as teacher Miss Sherman. With sets and costumes from the West End this production is choreographed by Gary Lloyd with musical direction by brian Flynn. www.uch.ie 2 november
Circus of horrors University ConCert Hall THIS show contains some of the greatest, most bizarre and beautiful circus acts on earth. From daredevil flying trapeze to a vampiric crow woman suspended only by her hair, from whirlwind roller skaters to sword swallowers. not suitable for children. www.uch.ie October 2010
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BP | News
Dromoland School raises the bar for management The world renowned luxury Five Star Dromoland Castle last month raised the bar with the graduation of two exceptional students from the Dromoland School of Management. Roisín Flynn and Rachel Griffin both completed Dromoland Castle’s prestigious in-house training programme under the guidance of world acclaimed Chef David McCann. Roisín Flynn graduated from Dromoland’s Management’s three and a half year programme. Originally from Tipperary, Roisín strove for excellence as she quickly climbed the ranks through relevant departments in the Dromoland Castle. her commitment and skills were quickly acknowledged by management at Dromoland Castle’s sister hotel, the Castlemartyr Resort, located in east Cork, which has offered her a Supervisory role in the Tower restaurant in 2005. Rosin has just been appointed to Assistant Restaurant
Chef David McCann with Roisín Flynn and Rachel Griffin October 2010
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Manager. Rachel Griffin who hails from Ballyneety in County Limerick joined the Chef Apprentice team at Dromoland Castle in September 2004, undertaking the acclaimed four and a half year programme. Covering all operational aspects of a working kitchen under the supervision of executive Chef, David McCann she successfully completed her theoretical studies in Limerick Institute of Technology and is now part of the chef ’s team in Dromoland Castle. During David McCann’s tenure at Dromland Castle, he has cooked for many famous visitors, including Irish President Mary McAleese, American Presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush, and South African President Nelson Mandela. For the past decade, Chef McCann has shaped Dromoland Castle’s worldwide reputation as a unique dining experience with outstanding staff – both Rosin Flynn and Rachel Griffin are testament to this.
Councils reduce waste, and make huge savings BY partnering local business, Limerick County Council, in conjunction with Counties Clare and Kerry, has helped to reduce waste and make huge. Limerick County Council was one of 12 local authorities to bid successfully for funding to participate in the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Local Authority Prevention Demonstration Programme (LAPD). Limerick, Clare, Kerry Regional Waste Management Office (LCK RWMO) made savings of €92,000 which was achieved through working in conjunction with Limerick, Clare and Kerry County Councils, Limerick City Council, The University of Limerick, John Sisk & Son Ltd., Shannon Town Centre Management Company and Kerry Airport Plc. The programme included waste prevention, waste diversion from landfill, raising awareness and environmental training The programme is an initiative funded by the Environment Fund through the EPAled National Waste Prevention Programme, in collaboration with local authorities. A wide range of successful projects have been established to improve resource efficiency (waste, water and energy) practices in local businesses, communities and within the local authorities themselves with significant cost saving for client organisations. Gerry Byrne, EPA Programme Manager and Chair of the National Waste Prevention Committee said, “The Local Authority Prevention Network is a key component in the promotion of resource efficiency and waste prevention at a local grassroots level. The network builds capacity in local authorities for the benefit of their localities. This programme continues to demonstrate that preventing waste and implementing resource efficiencies in any organisation can lead to significant savings, in addition to the obvious environmental benefits.” The Local Authority Prevention Network (LAPN) provides funding to 12 local authorities to engage in waste prevention and resource efficiency programmes and projects. It has developed prevention guides for a number of sectors including agriculture, hospitality, leisure, business, transport and education. 53
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THE A – Z OF BUSINESSES
BUSINESS DIRECTORY
BP | Directory ACCOUNTANTS BDO Business and Financial Advisors Four Michael Street Limerick T: 061 414455 F: 061 414172 E: limerick@bdo.ie W: www.bdolimerick.ie
ADVERTISING AGENCY Southern Advertising Killoran House, Catherine Place, Limerick. Tel: 061 310286 Fax: 061 313013 Email: info@southernadlimk.com Web: www.southernad.ie
HDS Partnership Registered Auditors – Accountants – Tax Consultants – Business Advisiors. 2nd Floor, River Point Lwr Mallow St Limerick Tel: 061 44500 Fax: 061 445060 E: mail@hds.ie W: www.hds.ie
ARCHITECTS & BUILDING ENERGY RATING ASSESSORS Brian O’ Donoghue Tait Business Centre, Dominic St., Limerick. Tel: 061 410318 Fax: 061 414315 Mob: 086 8122271 E-mail: architecturalservices@eircom.net
Horwath Bastow Charleton Accountants and Business Advisors Horwath House, The Red Church, Henry St. Limerick. Tel: 061 310311 Fax: 061 318899 E-mail: info@horwath.ie Web: www.hbcl.ie
ARTISTS Una Heaton Tel: 086 3735015 Email: unaheaton@eircom.net Web: www.unaheatonart.com
Moore Stephens Patrick McNamara Accountants and Business Advisors Pamdohlen House, Dooradoyle Road, Limerick. Tel: 061 229666 Fax: 061 302144 Email: info@msmcnamara.ie Web: www.mspatrickmcnamara.ie John Quirke & Co. Racefield House, Dooradoyle, Limerick. Tel: 061 301260 Fax: 061 307863 Email: jonhquirkeandco@eircom.net O’Donovan Caulfield Lavin Chartered Accountants 1 Mt. Kennett Place, Henry St, Limerick T: 061 411000 F: 061 411001 E: info@odcl.ie W: odcl.ie
O’Hurley Blair Irwin 3rd Floor, Mount Kenneth House, Henry St, Limerick. Tel: 061 401122 Fax: 061 401144 E-mail: info@obi.ie Web: www.obi.ie ACCOUNTANCY COURSES BPP Professional Education 89 O’Connell Street. Limerick Tel: 061 310884 Fax: 061 310984 Email: limerickreception@bpp.com Web: www.bpp.com/ireland
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AUCTIONEERS DTZ SHERRY FITZGERALD Hibernian House, 105 Henry Street, Limerick. Tel: 061 418111 Fax: 061 418112 Email: limerick@dtz.ie Web: www.dtz.ie
BURGLAR ALARMS & SECURITY SYSTEMS Clifford Security Alarms 16 Wickham Street, Limerick Tel: 061 313033 / 440151 Fax: 061 317412 Email: info@cliffordsecurity.com Web: www.cliffordsecurity.com BUSINESS BANKING Bank Of Ireland 125 O’Connell St; Limerick Contact: Denis Minihane Regional Business Banking Manager T: 061 419791 F: 061 418554 E: Denis.Minihane@boimail.com W: www.boi.com KBC Bank Ireland plc, Riverpoint, Bishops Quay,, Limerick Tel: 061 448600 Fax: 061 468468 Email: damien.quigley@kbc.ie Web: www.kbc.ie Ulster Bank Midwest Business Centre 14 Henry Street, Limerick. Tel: 061 316757 Fax: 061 312971 E-mail: midwestbusinesscentre@ulsterbank.com Web: www.ulsterbank.com
BAR, BISTRO & NIGHTCLUB Aubars 49-50 Thomas Street, Limerick. Tel: 061 317799 Fax: 061 317572 Email: info@aubars.com Web: www.aubars.com
BUSINESS COACHES Action Coach Business Coaching Unit 1 C, Annacotty Business Park, Annacotty, Limerick. Tel: 061 338682 Fax: 061 338682 Email: joepower@actioncoach.com Web: www.actioncoach.com/joepower
BICYCLES The Bike Shop O’Connell Avenue, Limerick Tel: 061 315900
BUSINESS & FINANCIAL ADVISORS Quintas Group Roselawn House, University Business Complex, National Technology Park, Limerick. Contact: Denis Healy Tel: 061 633 326 Fax: 061 633 347 Email: denis.healy@quintas.ie Web: www.quintas.ie
BUILDING CONTRACTORS Ace Services Glenameade Pallaskenry, Co. Limerick Tel: 061 393 049 or 061 393 982 Fax: 061 393 303 Email: aceservices@eircom.net BUILDING SUPPLIERS Ballysheedy Building Supplies Ballysheedy, Co. Limereick (next to ‘ Weigh In’ bar) Tel: 061 445660/ 061 445666 Mob: 087 2490666/ 087 6983444
BUSINESS ORGANISATIONS Limerick Chamber 96 O’ Connell St, Limerick Tel: 061 415180 Fax: 061 415785 Email: info@limerickchamber.ie Web: www.limerickchamber.ie Shannon & District Chamber of Commerce Shannon Business Centre, Shannon, Co. Clare Tel: 061 360611 Fax: 061 360440 E-mail: admin@shannonchamber.ie Web: www.shannonchamber.ie
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BUSINESS TELEPHONE SYSTEMS Lantel Networks Ltd Roselawn House, National Technological Park, Limerick. Tel: 061 350350 Fax: 061 350360 Email: info@lantel.ie Web: www.lantel.ie CAR DEALERS Clareview Motors Ennis Road, Limerick Tel: 061 221000 Fax: 061 221060 E-mail: info@clareviewmotors.com Web: www.clareviewmotors.com CARPETS & FLOORING Provincial Floor Coverings Raheen Business Park, Raheen, Limerick. Tel: 061-227100 Fax: 061-227000 E-Mail: sales@pfl.ie Web: www.pfl.ie CATERING Masterchefs Hospitality Epicurean House, Robert Street, Limerick Tel: 061 411522 Fax: 061 402021 Email: sales@mhm.ie Web: www.mhm.ie CCTV & SECURITY Advanced Monitoring No.2 Pillar House, Little Ellen St. Limerick Tel: 061 319 375 Fax: 061 311 805 Mobile: 087 2596955 / 087 2395039 Email: advancedmonitoring@eircom.net CLEANING Clean Habit B2 Smithstown Industrial Estate, Shannon, Co. Clare. Tel: 061 361461 Fax: 061 361868 Email: mandy@cleanhabit.com Web: www.cleanhabit.com ISS Facilities Unit 11, Ashbourne Business Park Dock Road, Limerick
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Tel: 061 500300 Fax: 061 500301 Contact : Brian Kelly Mobile: 087 9159108 Email: brian.kelly@iss.ie Web: www.iss.ie
Unit 1, Clondrinagh Industrial Estate, Ennis Road, Limerick. Tel: 061 325757 Fax: 061 325700
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE SERVICE Elite Cleaning Service Rose Cottage, Woodpark, Castleconnell, Co. Limerick Tel: 061 372133 Fax: 061 372627 E-mail: elitecleaning@eircom.net Web: www.elite-contract-cleaning.com
EVENT MANAGEMENT Funireland Event Management Childers Rd Enterprise Centre Limerick Tel: Limerick 061 437000/320292 Tel: Dublin 01 4741888 Email: info@funireland.com Web: www.funireland.com
COMPUTER NETWORKING SALES & SUPPORT Action Point Unit 8B, Plassey Enterprise Centre, National Technology Park, Limerick. Contact: David Jeffreys Tel: 061 337 632 Call-Save: 1850-ACTION/ 1850 228 466 Fax: 061 301 924 Email: info@actionpoint.ie
FINANCIAL CONTROL / ACCOUNTING / BOOK-KEEPING SERVICES Hogan Financial Management Ltd 50 O’Connell Street, Limerick Tel: 481444 Fax: 061 481445 Email: info@hoganfinancial.ie Web: www.hoganfinancial.ie
Fitzpatrick Computer Group Mill House, Henry Street, Limerick Tel: 061 493300 Fax: 061 417219 Email: sales@fcg.ie Web: www.fcg.ie O’Connor Network Services (ONS) Ardnataggle, O’Briens Bridge, Co. Clare Tel: 061 343412 Fax: 061 749842 Mobile: 087 8118690 E-mail: info@ons.ie Web: www.ons.ie CONSTRUCTION Roadbridge Ballyclough, Ballysheedy, Co. Limerick Tel: 061 419855 Fax: 061 414767 E-mail: headoffice@roadbridge.ie Web: www.roadbridge.ie DISPLAY SignLynx Contact: Jack O’Loughlin Franklin Motor Yard, Cahernorry, Ballysimon, Limerick. Tel: 061 333736 Mob: 086 8094420 Fax: 061 333737 Email: jackoloughlin@signlynx.ie Web: www.signlynx.ie DRAINAGE & ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES Walsh Environmental Services Drainage & Environmental Specialists
FINANCIAL CONTROL / ACCOUNTING / BOOK-KEEPING SERVICES Complete Financial Management 38 Roches Street Limerick Tel: 0818 333 680 Fax: 1890 886803 Email: enquiries@completefm.ie FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS Prestige Detection Systems Limited Rathpalatine, Feohanagh, County Limerick Phone: 063 84920 Fax: 0865 254 5347 Email. Dave.enright@pdsl.ie Web: www.pdsl.ie
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BUSINESS SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS CompuCount Ltd. 18 Cois Luachra, Limerick. Tel: 061 305033 Fax: 061 305291 Email: sales@compucount.ie Web: www.compucount.ie
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FLORIST Flowers Forever Designer Florist Rachel & David Hannon Raheen Roundabout, Limerick. Tel: 061 307123 Fax: 061 307123 Email: flowers4ever@eircom.net Web: flowersforever.ie GLASS AND MIRRORS Mirror and Glassworx Unit 1b, Annacotty Business Park, Limerick. Tel: 061 333630 Mob: 087 2808184 Fax: 061 333631 Email: info@mgwx.ie Web: www.mgwx.ie GOLF COURSES Limerick Golf Club Ballyclough, Co. Limerick Tel: 061 414083 Fax: 061 319219 Email: lgc@eircom.net Web: www.limerickgc.com
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BP | Directory GRAPHIC DESIGN CONSULTANCY Optic Nerve Design Group The Mill, Glentworth Street, Limerick. Tel: 061 316955 Fax: 061 316965 E-mail: info@opticnerve.ie Web: www.opticnerve.ie GRAPHIC, WEB & WEB MARKETING IDF Marketing Ltd. Marine Village, Killaloe,Co.Clare Tel: 061 375412 Mob: 086 8176337 Email: info@idf.ie Web: www.idf.ie GRAPHIC & WEB DESIGN Customer Care Solutions Anne Sheehan, Harbour House, Locke Quay, Limerick. Mobile: 087 6684819 E-mail: info@customersolutions.ie Web: www.customersolutions.ie
HUMAN RESOURCES CONSULTANT AND EXECUTIVE & BUSINESS COACH Elaine Ryan & Associates 17 Ballycasey Manor, Shannon, Co.Clare. Tel: 086 2381555 Email: elaineryanhr@eircom.net Web: www.elaineryanandassociates.com INK REFILL & TONERS Ink Refill Depot 7B Denmark Street, Limerick Tel: 061 446446 Fax: 061 446456 Email: Brendan@inkrefilldepot.ie Web: www.inkrefilldepot.ie INSULATION Aerobord Ltd. Askeaton, Co. Limerick Tel: 061 604600 Fax: 061 604601 Email: mail@aerobord.ie Web: www.aerobord.ie
HOME FURNISHINGS Limerick Paint Supplies Pennywell Road, Limerick. Tel: 061 411292 Thomondgate, Limerick. Tel: 061 329828 Fax: 061 415874 Mob: 087 2503448
IT INFRASTRUCTURE MANAGEMENT Avocent International Avocent House, Shannon Free Zone, Shannon, Co. Clare. Tel: 061 471877 Fax: 061 471871 Email: info-europe@avocent.com Web: www.avocent.ie
HOTELS Abbey Court Hotel, Lodges & Trinity Leisure Spa. Dublin Road, Nenagh, Co. Tipperary. Tel: 067 41111 Fax: 067 41022 Contact: Matthias Muller M.I.H.I. Email: sales@abbeycourt.ie Web: www.abbeycourt.ie
INVESTMENTS, PENSIONS & MORTGAGES Moore Stephens Patrick McNamara Financial Planning & Mortgage Solutions Life & Pensions – Mortgages – Investments – Wealth Management Pamdohlen House, Dooradoyle Road, Limerick Tel: 061 229666 Fax: 061 302144 Email: fsinfo@msmcnamara.ie Web: www.mspatrickmcnamara.ie
HOUSEHOLD INSURANCE ASSESSORS Auray Assessors Specialists in Property Claims Tel: 061 317264 Fax: 094 9541723 Email: aurayassessors@eircom.net Web: www.aurayltd.com HR CONSULTANTS Campbell International Human Resource Consultants Contact: Kenneth Bucholtz, FCIPD, MBS Cloncoul House, Ennistymon, Co. Clare. T: 065 707 1933 M: 086 809 2776 E: Kenneth@campbellinternational.net W: www.campbellinternational.net The HR Channel Contact: Fiona O’Carroll Ballycarney, Clarina, Co. Limerick Tel: 061 353154 Mobile: 086 2051727 Email: fionaocarroll1@eircom.net
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MARQUEE HIRE O’Donovan Marquees Birdhill, Co. Tipperary Tel: 061 379328 Fax: 061 379328 Email: podmarquees@eircom.net Web: www.odonovanmarquees.com MANAGEMENT CONSULTANTS Profiles at Work Executive Coaching, Training, Psychometric Testing Ballyheefy, Killaloe, Co. Clare Tel: 061 376461 Fax: 061 375496 Mob: 087 2640028 Email: amckles@eircom.net Web: www.profilesatwork.com MARKETING Customer Care Solutions Anne Sheehan, Harbour House, Locke Quay, Limerick. Mobile: 087 6684819 E-mail: info@customersolutions.ie Web: www.customersolutions.ie Molly D Marketing Castlecrine, Sixmilebridge, Co.Clare Tel: 061 369898 Mob: 086 2371508 Email: dympna@mollydmarketing.ie Web: www.mollydmarketing.ie MARKETING CONSULTANTS AND MARKETING RESEARCH Martin McGuire & Associates Dock Road, Limerick Tel: 061 228822 or 061 229233 E-mail: martinm@martinmcguire.com Web: www.martinmcguire.com
LIFE & BUSINESS COACHING Pathfinder 31b Cecil St. Limerick Tel: 061 215750 Mob: 086 8123834 E-mail: pathfinder@o2.ie
MODULAR CONTAINERS, CABINS & OFFICES Ballysimon Containers Eastway Business Park Ballysimon Road, Limerick Tel: 061 312530 Fax: 061 313520 Email: morgan@asp-ire.ie Web: www.asp-ire.ie
LIFT SERVICES Mid Western Lifts Corcanree Business Park Dock Road, Limerick Tel: 061 400123 Fax: 061 400121 Email: info@mwls.ie Web: www.mwls.ie
MODULAR OFFICE ACCOMODATION Asp-ire Advance Space Providers Ireland Eastway Business Park Ballysimon Road, Limerick Tel: 061 312530 Fax: 061 313520 Email: morgan@asp-ire.ie Web: www.asp-ire.ie
LUXURY DEPARTMENT STORES Brown Thomas 16 O’Connell Street, Limerick Tel: 061 417222 Fax: 061 412191 Email: ldwan@brownthomas.ie Web: www.brownthomas.com
MORTGAGE & FINANCIAL SERVICES ODCL Financial Services and Mortgages 1 Mount Kennett Place, Henry Street, Limerick. Tel: 061 411000 Email: financial@odcl.ie
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PHARMACEUTICAL MANUFACTURER Schwarz Pharma UCB (Schwarz Pharma Ltd) Shannon Industrial Estate, Shannon, Co. Clare. Tel: 061 714100 Fax: 061 714101 Email: info@ucb-group.com Web: www.ucb-group.com
OFFICE EQUIPMENT Gerry Webb Office Equipment 72 Wolfe Tone Street, Limerick Tel: 061 467380 Fax: 061 467380 Mobile: 087 2625768 Email: webfurniture@eircom.net
PHOTOCOPIERS MJ Flood (Ireland) Ltd. (Sales & Service) 23 John Street, Limerick. Tel: 061 312211 Mob: 087 7815252 Fax: 061 415595 Email: limerick@mjflood.ie Web: www.mjflood.ie
OFFICE EQUIPMENT / PRINTING & STATIONERY Curley Copy Centre Little Ellen Street, Limerick. Contact: Eileen Tel: 061 315331 Fax: 061 315171 Email: jhcurley@eircom.net OFFICE FURNITURE & SUPPLIES G & A Manifold (Showrooms) Unit 6E, Docklands Business Park, Dock Road, Limerick. Tel: 061 312777 Fax: 061 313434 Email: info@gamanifold.ie Web: www.gamanifold.ie PACKAGING IPS Industrial Polythene Solutions Contact Name: Sean O’Carroll Annacotty Business Park, Annacotty, Limerick. Tel: 061 508980 Fax: 061 508984 Email: sean.ocarroll@ipslimited.ie Web: www.ipspackaging.ie PAINTING AND DECORATING Keith Larkin Clonlara, Co. Clare. Residential, Commercial, Industrial. 087 2333772 email: larkink@eircom.net PENSIONS & INVESTMENTS Karl Daly Pension & Investment Ltd. 2nd Floor, Riverfront Building Howleys Quay, Limerick Tel: 061 318701 Fax: 061 318702 Mobile: 086 2602326 Email: karl@karldaly.com Web: www.karldaly.com or www.ssiaideas.ie
PHOTOGRAPHY Brendan Gleeson LIPPA NUJ 25 Cherry Avenue, Caherdavin Lawn, Limerick Tel: 061 453253 Mobile: 087 2159325 Email: gleesonphoto@eircom.net www.bgleesonphoto.com PROMOTIONAL PRODUCTS Able Marketing 50 Thomas Street, Limerick Tel: 061 417575 Fax: 061 410055 Email: sales@ablemarketing.ie Web: www.ablemarketing.ie PUBLIC RELATIONS Echo Marketing 5 The Mews, Hartstonge Street, Limerick. Mob: 087 9892463 Email: aileen.galvin@echomarketing.ie Web: www.echomarketing.ie Molly D Marketing Castlecrine, Sixmilebridge, Co.Clare Tel: 061 369898 M: 086 2371508 Email: dympna@mollydmarketing.ie Web: www.mollydmarketing.ie MKC Communications The Archway, 4A Lower Pembroke Street Dublin 2 Tel. +353 1 703 8600 Fax. +353 1 678 8331 Email: info@mkc.ie Web: www.mkc.ie O’Brien Communications 30 Ashbrook Grove Ennis Road, Limerick Tel/Fax: 061 457999 Mobile: 086 6019214
PUBLIC RELATIONS Quinn Communications Contact: Niamh Quinn MPRII 38 Roches Street, Limerick. M: 087 1220119 F: 1890 886803 E: niamh@quinncommunications.ie PUBLIC TRANSPORT BUS SERVICES & PRIVATE HIRE Bus Eireann Colbert Station Limerick Tel: 061 313333 Fax: 061417166 Email: info@buseireann.ie Web: www.buseireann.ie RADIO STATIONS (NATIONAL) Limerick Live 95 FM P.O Box 295 Radio House, Richmond Court Dock Road, Limerick Tel: 061 461 900 Fax: 061 41 95 95 Email: mail@live95fm.ie Web: www.live95fm.ie RTÉ lyric fm Cornmarket Square, Limerick. Tel: 061 207300 Fax: 061 207390 Email: lyric@rte.ie Web: www.rte.ie/lyricfm Contact: Aodán Ó’Dubhghaill & Julie Knight
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MORTGAGE & FINANCIAL SERVICES Redmond Mortgages & Pensions 1A Hartstonge Place, Upper Hartstonge Street, Limerick Tel: 061 446629 Fax: 061 446809 Mobile: 087 8290736 E-mail: tommy@redmondmortgages.com
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RECRUITMENT Irish Recruitment Consultants Charlotte House, Charlotte Quay, Limerick. Tel: 061 313744 Fax: 061 417553 Email:admin@irishrecruitment.ie Web:www.irishrecruitment.ie Richmond Recruitment/CPL, 10/11, Steamboat Quay, Dock Road, Limerick. Tel: 061 221701 Email: Midwestjobs@cpl.ie Web: www.richmond.ie RECRUITMENT SPECIALISTS Work Access Ltd. 1st Floor, Pillar House, Little Ellen Street, Limerick. Tel: 061 493095 Fax: 061 409345 Email: info@workaccess.org Web: www.workaccess.org RESTAURANTS The Cornstore 19 Thomas Street, Limerick. Tel: 061 609 000/ 609 001 Fax: 061 409 334 Email: reservations@cornstorelimerick.com Poppadom Award Winning Indian Cuisine Unit 2C, Robert Street, Corn Market Square, Limerick Tel: 061 446644 www.poppadom.ie
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BP | Directory SECURITY SHREDDING & CONFIDENTIAL WASTE DGD Papers Ltd. Bay M1, Raheen Business Park, Limerick Tel: 061 491333 Fax: 061 491335 Email: info@dgdpapers.com Web: www.dgdpapers.com SIGNAGE SignLynx Contact: Jack O’Loughlin Franklin Motor Yard, Cahernorry, Ballysimon, Limerick. Tel: 061 333736 Mob: 086 8094420 Fax: 061 333737 Email: jackoloughlin@signlynx.ie Web: www.signlynx.ie Sign It Ltd Unit 6, Eastway Business Park, Ballysimon Road, Limerick. Tel: 061 469900 Fax: 061 417502 Email: Sales@signit.ie Web: www.signit.ie Signsplus Unit 7,Eastlink Business Park, Ballysimon Road, Limerick. Tel: 061 437950 Fax: 061 437940 Email: sales@signsplus.ie Web: www.signsplus.ie SOFWARE DEVELOPMENT Action Point Unit 8B, Plassey Enterprise Centre, National Technology Park, Limerick. Contact: David Jeffreys Tel: 061 337 632 Call-Save: 1850-ACTION/ 1850 228 466 Fax: 061 301 924 Email: info@actionpoint.ie
SOLICITORS Holmes O’Malley Sexton Bishopsgate, Henry St: Limerick. Tel: 061-313222 Fax: 061-310414 E-Mail: info@homs.ie Web: www.homs.ie TAXATION BDO Personal and Corporate Tax Advisors 4 Michael Street, Limerick Tel: 061 414455 Fax: 061 414172 Email: limerick@bdo.ie Web: www.bdo.ie TEAM BUILDING Funireland Team Building Specialists Childers Rd Enterprise Centre, Limerick Tel: Limerick 061 437000/320292 Tel: Dublin 01 4741888 E: info@funireland.com W: www.funireland.com
WATER COOLERS & DISPENSERS Crystal Clear Leamy House, Hartstonge St: Limerick. Tel: 061-454962 Fax: 061-454449 Mobile: 087-2561239 E-Mail: info@crystalc.ie WASTE MANAGEMENT & DISPOSAL Mr Binman Luddenmore, Grange, Kilmallock, Co. Limerick Tel: 061 351127 Fax: 061 351918 Email: info@mrbinman.com Web: www.mrbinman.com
WEDDINGS AND EVENTS Rebecca May Weddings and Events Childers Rd Enterprise Centre, Limerick Tel: Limerick 061 437000/320292 Tel: Dublin 01 4741888 Cell: 087 4178516 E: rebecca@funireland.com W: www.funireland.com W: www.irelandweddings.ie WINE RETAILERS Fine Wines Fine Wines Group, Tipperary Road, Ballysimon, Limerick. Tel: 061 417784 Fax: 061 417276 Email: mdaly@finewines.ie Web: www.finewines.ie Just Grapes Landsdown Hall, O’Callaghan Strand, Limerick. Contact: Paul Williams M: 087 6557596 E: paul@justgrapes.ie W: www.justgrapes.ie The Wine Buff 17 Upper Mallow Street, Limerick. Proprietor: Mike O’ Mara Tel: 061 313394 E-mail: mike.omara@thewinebuff.com Web: www.thewinebuff.com
Celeb chef Dundon to cook in aid of First Tee Ireland CELEBRITY chef Kevin Dundon is the celebrated man in the spotlight at a gourmet cookery demonstration in Limerick this month that aims to raise funds for The First Tee Ireland, the golf-based leadership and personal development programme for children. Mr Dundon, the proprietor of globally renowned Irish culinary destination Dunbrody Country House Hotel, will be showcasing his skills at the
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event in the Carlton Castletroy Park Hotel on Thursday, October 14. A regular columnist with the Irish Independent, and guest chef on television shows in Ireland, UK and America, Mr Dundon is looking forward to revealing his tips and secrets for edible dreams. “I am delighted to be able to meet clients and fans at this demonstration and also to assist The First Tee, a charitable organisation that provides life enhancing values for young people through the game of golf,” Mr Dundon said in advance of the Limerick event. John Warren, Chief Executive, The First Tee Ireland, expressed his gratitude to Kevin and said the event would be memorabe and enjoyable. The funds raised at Mr Dundon’s demonstration will go towards teaching The First Tee’s Life Skills Experience™ to local 8-18-year-olds, where they acquire such values as sportsmanship, confidence, perseverance, judgement, respect, and integrity, all of which are essential ingredients for building self esteem, setting goals and building positive relationships. Places are limited. Tickets are available at €20 from Carlton Castletroy Park Hotel (061-335566) or Gaye Moore, Fundraising Manager, First Tee Ireland, on 087-2766012. For more information on The First Tee or details on other dates for Kevin Dundon Cookery Demonstrations please go to www.thefirstteeireland.org October 2010
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Facebook Pages For Business Facebook Pages Explained Facebook is quickly becoming an essential tool to have in your marketing arsenal. If you are looking to either promote your brand, service or product, a Facebook page is an excellent tool. In this months article I am going to go through the useful features of Facebook pages and how they are effective for marketing your business.
1. Interactive Wall With the new tab layout, the Wall is the first thing a person sees when they visit your Page, and they can then navigate to tabs with your other content such as photos, discussions, etc.
What does this mean for businesses? Businesses that create content on a regular basis will really benefit from this. The Wall is a place that aggregates posts by the Page or about the Page. This includes any content shared by you. The Wall updates that your post will publish to your Fans' news feeds, and posts by your Fans will go to their friends' news feeds. The more content you create and the more you engage with your Fans, the more people /potential customers you will be able to reach on a more regular basis.
2. Tabbed layout. By moving from a single page layout to a tabbed layout, you might expect to get less visibility for each section of your Page but, just as with personal Profiles, you can add tabs for different applications.
What does this mean for businesses? Tabs help users engage more with a Page. Instead of hoping users scroll down your constantly growing Page of applications, and choose to engage with you somehow, you make it easy for users to navigate to the sections of your Page that your Fans are most interested in. Equally you can highlight a section of your page that you want in the Page navigation.
3. Multiple landing pages With the move to tabbed layout, each tab has a unique URL to which you can send people. Also, while the Wall is the default landing page for Fans (so that they can view the most recently added content), you can set the default landing page for nonFans who visit your Page.
What does this mean for businesses? Businesses will now be able to better promote different sections of their Page
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by driving ad traffic or potential new Fans to specific Page sections. Using landing pages can improve conversion rates (to Fans, potential customers, etc.) dramatically for a business.
4. More graphs Facebook now allows you to track your page stats and export the data. Facebook will also provide lots more helpful data such as the number of Facebook users who start and stop viewing your news feed posts.
What does this mean for businesses? Measuring your marketing campaigns is essential. Now Facebook makes this easier, letting you track video views, comments posted, news feed posts viewed, all in addition to the standard metrics of page views and unique visitors. If you would like to learn more about Social Media Marketing & Facebook for your business contact our team today.
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