Tipp Tatler Issue 121 June 09

Tipp No. 121 Fri. 25th June, 2009 Tel: 0504-51945 email: info@tipptatler.com Curraghgraigue, Borrisoleigh, Co. Tipperary. www.tipptatler.com

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"Just how much are you being paid a week?" said the owner angrily.

"Three hundred bucks," replied the young man.

Taking out a fold of bills from his wallet, the owner counted out €300, slapped the money into the boy's hands, and said "Here's a week's pay -- now get out and don't come back!"

Turning to one of the supervisors, he said "How long has that lazy bum been working here anyway?"

"He doesn't work here," said the supervisor. "He was just here to deliver a pizza!"

Two computer science students met on campus one day. The first student called out to the other, "Hey, nice bike! Where did you get it?"

"Well," replied the other, "I was walking to class the other day when this pretty, young co-ed rode up on this bike. She jumped off, took off all of her clothes, and said, "You can have ANYTHING you want!"

"Good choice," said the first. "Her clothes wouldn't have fit you anyway."

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Jokes Two guys are talking about their boss's upcoming wedding.

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The other says, "Well, we have a name for it in my family."

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"Give him some air," a man cried out.

"Give him some whiskey," she cried again.

Several other suggestions were made and the victim suddenly sat up and hollered, "Will all of you shut up and listen to the little old lady?

Q: How many civil servants does it take to change a light bulb?

A: Three: One to write the light bulb removal instructions, one to write the light bulb insertion instructions, and one to act as a light bulb administrator to make sure nobody else tries to change the light bulb at the same time.

Once upon a time, in a land far away, a beautiful, independent, self assured princess happened upon a frog as she sat, contemplating ecological issues on the shores of an unpolluted pond in a verdant meadow near her castle.

The frog hopped into the princesses lap and said: "Elegant Lady, I was once a handsome prince, until an evil witch cast a spell upon me. One kiss from you, however, and I will turn back into the dapper, young prince that I am, and then, my sweet, we can marry and setup housekeeping in yon castle with my mother, where you can prepare my meals, clean my clothes, bear my children, and forever feel grateful and happy doing so."

That night, the princess dined sumptuously on a repast of lightly sautéed frog legs seasoned in a white wine and shallot cream sauce.

A farmer sent an advertisement to the newspaper that read, "Farmer, age 36, wishes to become acquainted with woman around 30 who owns a tractor. Please send a picture of the tractor."

Two women were walking through the woods when a frog called out to them and said: "Help me, ladies! I am a stockbroker who, through an evil witch's curse, has been transformed into a frog. If one of you will kiss me, I'll be returned to my former state!"

One woman took out her purse, grabbed the frog, and stuffed it inside her handbag. The other woman, aghast, screamed, "Didn't you hear him? If you kiss him, he'll turn into a stockbroker!"

The second woman replied, "Sure, but these days a talking frog is worth more than a stockbroker!"

The family was disturbed. Grandpa Ezra, aged seventy-five, decided to get married. What worried the relatives was the fact that the bride Ezra selected was a young, healthy twenty-two year old.

One of Ezra's sons cornered him and pleaded: "Look Paw, you must give this more thought. It's very serious.

In fact, a thing like this could prove fatal!"

"So what?" answered Ezra, unperturbed. "If she dies, I'll marry again."

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Localised Discount Card to drive business in towns all over Ireland Local Businesses Encouraged to Sign up for Free to Receive More Custom! The answer to the country’s economic woes may be over with the help of a soon to be launched localised discount card which will promote local businesses to natives and tourists alike all over Ireland.

LocalDiscounts.ie, the brainchild of Cork woman Gráinne Sherlock will allow businesses in towns all over the country to advertise for free when they offer a discount on their product or service to prospective customers.

LocalDiscounts.ie offers a discount card that consumers can use to save money off all local services and shops with discounts ranging from 10 % to 20 %. Each participating store will be supplied with a special stamp so they are identifiable to card holders so all the customer has to do is look out for the stamp to avail of discounts in their local shops, restaurants, hotels and other service providers.

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Common Sense took a beating when you couldn't defend yourself from a burglar in your own home and the burglar could sue you for assault.

Common Sense finally gave up the will to live, after a woman failed to realize that a steaming cup of coffee was hot. She spilled a little in her lap, and was promptly awarded a huge settlement.

Common Sense was preceded in death, by his parents, Truth and Trust, by his wife, Discretion, by his daughter, Responsibility, and by his son, Reason.

He is survived by his 4 step-brothers; I Know My Rights I Want It Now Someone Else Is To Blame I'm A Victim Not many attended his funeral because so few realized he was gone.

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The staff of Carrig N.S. pictured with Bishop Willie Walsh on the occasion of the official opening of the new extension. Seated beside Bishop Walsh are Siobhan Broderick and Miriam Burke. Back: Theresa Smyth, Ita Houlihan, Angie Hanniffy, Geraldine Fox, Niamh Casey, Tony Sampson (Principal), Laura Ryan, Diana Kennedy, Ann O’Meara, Anna Hogan.

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Thurles Family Fun (Charity) Walk Thurles Community Hospital of the Assumption and Parents &Friends of People with Special Needs, both groups to benefit from this years walk, were invited to a briefing meeting last week. Plans for this years walk are bang on schedule at present.

The Family Fun Walk is a non competitive At back; Jim Ely and John Alexander organising committee.

Geraldine Delaney-Ryan, Director of Nursing, Community event with a 10euro Hospital, Tom Higgins, Fof CH, and Cllr. Evelyn Nevin, registration per adult.

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6 Why is chlorine added to water?

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8 Which major conflict ran from 1914 to 1918?

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Your Computer is Under Attack How to Protect Yourself When I go to people’s houses and businesses to fix their computers, a problem which I find over and over is that they’ve been attacked by viruses, and are now thoroughly ‘infected’. Of course, I’m happy to sort this out for them by removing the virus and installing anti-virus software – but it’s costing them money that they could save. This article, and the next one, will show you how to protect yourself from viruses, for free.

What are viruses anyway?

There are different kinds of viruses (okay, technically they’re referred to as Viruses, Worms, Trojan Horses, Rootkits and Spyware, but that’s only important to Nerds like me!).They’re little mini computer programs which are designed to cause damage of some sort to your computer. This damage ranges from the merely irritating to the absolutely dangerous.

The irritating ones do things like automatically restarting your computer after a short period of time, to making an annoying sound like a monkey’s squeal blare incessantly out of your speakers.

The more serious ones will do things like corrupting every file on your computer so that it’s unreadable, or even wiping your computer clean! Imagine if every bit of your information was

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It can be even worse. There’s a nasty kind of virus called spyware which is designed to look over your shoulder, so to speak, and it ‘watches’ every single thing you type. It collects critical information such as bank account and credit card details – including your passwords! – and sends that information back to criminals. They can then hack into those accounts and you don’t need me to tell you how serious that is.

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Travel through Tipperary with ‘Tipperary Ted’ This week our intrepid adventurer visits the High cross in Ahenny, Co Tipperary. There are two crosses which imitate the earlier wooden crosses which were encased with a metal binding,The stone bosses imi-

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Simple improvements can add real value to your home Predicting the future is a tricky business. There are no guarantees, but here are some ideas for improvements that should increase your property’s value.

Adding space is by far the best way.

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One of the most popular ways of adding space, a loft conversion can increase a property’s value by as much as 20 per cent.

Before calling in the builders, consider whether your property will benefit in investment terms from the extra accommodation. If not, a loft conversion could be an expensive mistake. You cannot transform your three-bedroom house into a desirable five-bedroom one just by converting the loft into two bedrooms; chances are that the downstairs rooms, and perhaps the garden, will not be in proportion.

Consider also whether you have the right kind of roof. The steeply pitched kind commonly seen on Victorian or 1930s houses is ideal. And both the construction of your roof and the type of access available may limit your prospects of converting your loft into a proper room, rather than just a ‘loft room’.

2. Convert – or construct – a basement or cellar

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Converting cellars into living space, and even digging out new basements, is fast becoming the in thing in some metropolitan areas, owing to pressure on space. Older properties are usually the most suitable candidates for this.

Such undertakings are very expensive, often requiring reinforcement of foundations and extensive damp proofing. Like other major works, they can also be disruptive and stressful.

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Provided it is well built and in keeping with the rest of your property, an extension can add significant value.

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Here, we have in mind converting a bedroom into a bathroom, rather than building a new bathroom as part of a loft conversion or extension.

Use common sense when deciding whether this is a viable option for you. If, for example, you have a five-bedroom house with only one bathroom, it may be wise to turn a bedroom into a bathroom. However, from an investment point of view, it would be a poor idea to transform a three-bedroom house with one bathroom into a two-bedroom house with two bathrooms.

6. Update your kitchen While a new kitchen may not add greatly to value, it will certainly add hugely to appeal, provided it is well fitted, of reasonable quality and as timeless as possible in design.

As with any home improvement, resist the urge to save money by fitting a kitchen yourself, unless you are confident of doing it to a professional standard.

7. Improve your bathroom Gone are the coloured suites of yesteryear; today, the only colour is white. Avoid fancy taps, lurid tiles and anything gold-plated.

If you’re tempted to go for a fashionable wet room, consider whether this is something your target purchaser would be likely to want.

8. Install central heating Many older homes still lack central heating. Install it and you’ll make your property more saleable. Be sure to choose an energy-efficient system.

9. Fit double glazing

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Double glazing is a must for many potential purchasers. Replacement windows should be in keeping with your home, in style and materials; they can detract from its value otherwise. If you have a period property, secondary glazing may be a better bet.

– although, of course, unlike our other suggestions, it won’t add to your quality of life in the short term.

10. Obtain planning permission

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Since a property with planning permission usually commands a higher price than one without, obtaining planning permission, even if you do not intend to use it yourself, can be a great way of maximising your property’s value for minimum outlay

By now, you’re probably raring to go! Before embarking on any project, however, make sure your finances are sorted, seek appropriate professional advice, and check whether you need planning permission or other approvals.

Whether you are likely to get planning permission depends on the nature of the project, the type of property and the location.

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• Stick to a common theme on all your properties, e.g. magnolia walls, white ceiling, white six panel doors etc.

• Carpets - light beige looks great when clean. Light colours make rooms look lighter, brighter and bigger. They also encourage cleanliness and are easy to justify cleaning when a tenant vacates. Replace carpets every 3-5 years and get carpets cleaned every time a tenant moves out. You could consider recovering the cost from the tenant's damage deposit.

Documentation • Obtain full details including names, addresses and contact numbers of referees and emergency contacts.

Also obtain previous addresses, employer details and proof of earnings.

This makes life easier if you ever need to track down an absconding tenant.

• Fill in an application form at the prospective tenant's home in order to see how they look after it.

Fees • Charge a fee to tenants of around €100 for completion of tenancy agreements, referencing, inventory etc.

Deposit • Take 5 - 7 weeks rent plus one month's rent monthly in advance. Tenants often cancel standing orders on

the month prior to final payment - if this happens you still have some money to cover damages.

Check in/out • Prepare an inventory - include everything stating the colour, condition of walls, ceilings, doors, fixtures & fittings etc, and get it signed so you can prove damages when the tenant vacates. The more detail, the better.

Even include the colour of light switches and door handles and what they are made of. Comments like "carpets have just been professionally cleaned" or "walls are freshly painted" will also help to prevent disputes on checkout.

• Ensure that you arrange a checkout inspection and make sure the tenant is present - get them to sign confirming any damages and/or required repairs.

• Complete utility meter checks and ensure the incoming/vacating tenant signs to confirm meter readings.

• Inform the utilities companies and local authorities in writing of incoming/outgoing tenants and any applicable meter readings.

Look after your tenants • Happy tenants will respect your property and will refer other potential tenants to you.

• Remember, it's the little things that make a big difference - birthday cards, fast responses to problems, etc.

If the above is not cost effective or convenient for you, then you should seriously consider employing the services of a property manager.

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• A modest spend of €5,000 per house would give rise to a potential This combination will be called the market of over €4 billion.

Contractors Retrofit Register and • Under the Home Energy Savings will be offered as a resource to the Scheme (a subvention of €50 milgeneral public and heavily lion to incentivise domestic retrofitpromoted through CIF. ting), the consequential market is estimated to be in the order of €200 Benefits million.

Contractors on the register will be; • Analysts estimate that there will be • Energy aware and up-to-date a market of up to €200 million per • Experienced annum due to the existing BER rat• Have come through a registration ing system, for houses let or sold. process • A proportion of post 1990 builds • Able to offer a professional service will be behind recent Energy Effiand formal retrofit contract to the ciency Regulations (2007/2008) and client property owners and investors will • Signed up to a Code of Practice want to future-proof their invest• Authorised to use the Contractors ments ahead of impending regulaRetrofit Register logo for marketing tions. This will generate further purposes spending on retrofit.

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Expert estimates of the market for Retrofit put the total housing stock in Ireland at 1.46 million approximately. About a quarter of this predates 1960; and approximately a half pre-dates 1980 (when thermal insulation began to be introduced) and two thirds pre-dates 1991. The latter date is significant in that the Building Control Act was introduced at this time, which brought with it building regulations.

The Context Ireland has a high carbon footprint by international standards. Our electricity usage per dwelling is significantly above the UK standard and even further above the average for the E.U. 27. This fact is also reflected in our CO2 emissions. As of December last year and Kyoto II, the E.U. commission ratified proposals for targeting reductions in emissions and Ireland is one of three European countries for whom high emissions targets are set. Importantly for us, construction is seen as playing an important part in meeting these targets.

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Value to Householder • Householders can take comfort in the fact that the Contractor they choose from the Retrofit Register will be experienced, professional and energy aware.

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• Householders can use the services of the HomeBond Technical team for a professional Building Energy Rating (BER) assessment. Contractors on the Register will be able to avail of technical backup.

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Summer Recycling Tips from North Tipperary County Council It's time to get those barbeques and picnic sets ready for the summer months ahead. The Environment Section with North Tipperary County Council is urging everyone to 'Think Green this Summer' and ensure those extra drinks cans and bottles are recycled and leftover barbeque food doesn't go to waste.

“As the days grow longer and the evenings get warmer, we all love to spend as much time outside as possible, but summer barbeques and picnics can often result in excess waste that is difficult to recycle and leftovers that can be tricky to store” says Áine Mc Carthy, Environmental Awareness Officer with North Tipperary County Council. “With a few simple tips, we can all reduce our waste and be as environmentally friendly as possible.”

• Be Prepared. When entertaining guests try and plan how many people you are cooking for. Remember to make a shopping list and only buy what you need!

• Less is More. Buy fruit and vegetables loose instead of pre packaged items. You will be able to choose the best items and reduce the amount of waste going into the bin.

•Why throw away when you can use again? Use your own plates and cutlery instead of one-use, disposable products. Invest in a barbeque instead of using lots of throw-away ones. You will save money in the long run and reduce the amount of rubbish that cannot be recycled.

• Reduce your waste and leave no trace. A full list of recycling facilities can be found on the Council’s website by visiting www.tipperarynorth.ie/environment .

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• Recycle completely at home. Composting kitchen and garden waste is the only method of recycling that can be done completely at home, and up to a third of what we throw away could easily be turned into compost. Compost bins are available from the County Council for €35 and you will receive a composting guide & a kitchen caddy to help you get started.

Remember that everything you put in your recycling bin should be clean and dry. Bottles and cans should be washed out and dried before they are placed in the bin to ensure that no residues are mixed with recyclables. Plastics, paper and cardboard should be clean and dry. If residues such as the remnants of drink and food cans are found in the recycling bin it is possible that these could contaminate the whole bin.

Taking some extra steps will ensure that the quality of your recycling remains high and that all of your bin can be recycled once it is transferred to the material recycling facility by your service provider.

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CAP Good for Farmers IFA President Padraig Walshe launched the Association’s campaign to highlight the benefits of the Common Agricultural Policy for farmers, consumers, the environment and the economy on Monday.

Mr Walshe said, “the future of the CAP will have significant implications for all stakeholders and for the Irish economy as a new Common Agricultural Policy will be decided between now and 2013. Today’s launch with the newly-elected Irish MEPs is the beginning of an information campaign by farmers to 500 million European consumers about the real benefits to them as well as to the EU’s 12 million family farmers.”

“Over the years Irish farmers have responded to the changing direction provided by CAP to build Ireland into a food nation, where today we export over €8bn worth of produce to over 150 countries across the world and farming and the agri-food sector supports over 300,000 Irish jobs.”

He said, “Since its inception, the CAP has provided European consumers with a guaranteed supply of safe, high quality food at reasonable prices. While Irish and European food is renowned for its quality, food prices have actually lagged well behind general inflation,largely as a result of financial supports provided by CAP to farmers. For example, since Ireland joined the EU in 1973, the average household expenditure of consumers on food has fallen from 17% to just 7% of disposable income.”

Mr Walshe said meeting the wishes of European society means significantly higher costs of production for European farmers and this is why direct CAP support for farm incomes is hugely important. At a cost of approximately €100 per citi-

zen per year, the CAP underpins our food production in Europe, while protecting the environment and helping to tackle new challenges like climate change.

He said, “Irish and European farmers operate to the highest international production standards and in response to EU consumer demands, do not use scientifically proven technologies commonly used by competing farmers across the world.

Over 65,000 Irish farmers are involved in the Rural Environment Protection Scheme and all farmers operate to the highest environment and animal welfare standards in response to CAP support.”

by County PRO Ger Ryan TIPPERARY V CLARE MUNSTER SHC SEMI-FINAL Congratulations to the Tipperary senior hurlers on defeating Clare by 3-18 to 1-22 to qualify for the Munster Senior Hurling Championship Final in Semple Stadium on Sunday July 12th. It will be Tipperary’s first Munster senior hurling championship game against Waterford in Thurles since 1973 when Tipperary won by 1-16 to 2-8. Jimmy Doyle lined out in goal for Tipperary in that game in last championship appearance for Tipperary.

FOOTBALL QUALIFIER DRAW – TIPPERARY V LOUTH Tipperary’s senior footballers drew Louth in the football qualifiers draw on Sunday night last. The game will be played on Saturday July 4th at 7pm in Drogheda. Tipperary were defeated by Limerick in the Munster Championship quarter final while Louth lost to Laois in the Leinster Championship quarter final having defeated Carlow in the first round.

MUNSTER FINAL WEEKEND IN THURLES The GAA 125 Munster Final weekend in Thurles from Friday July 10th to Sunday July 12th promises to be a weekend to remember. While the Munster Minor and Senior Hurling finals will of course be the highlight of the weekend, there will be a varied and entertaining proThe CAP provides net inflows of gramme of events for the public commencing on Friday night, July 10th. That €1.3bn per year into Irish farming and the food sector. This support, in night there will be a Historical Presentation in The Tipperary Institute at 8pm. addition to benefiting farmers and On Saturday, July 11th there will be an consumers, plays a critical role in U-12 Hurling Blitz at 11am in Dr. Mormaintaining jobs in the Irish econo- ris Park with participants from all Munmy, particularly in rural towns and ster counties. Also at 11am the Munster villages across the country.

Poc Fada final will take place at Thurles Racecourse. At 7.30pm there will be a Padraig Walshe said he was delight- special GAA Mass in Thurles Cathedral. ed and very grateful to have a new- At 8.30pm there will be a Munster Final ly-elected representative from each “Night at the Dogs” at Thurles Greyhound Stadium with half price admisof the European Parliament constitu- sion for patrons wearing their county encies in Ireland present at the GAA jersey. Also at 8.30pm Open Air launch on the family farm of drysEntertainment will commence in Liberty tock producer Philip Maguire in Square at which the new Tipperary GAA 12 track CD featuring the winning Tipp south Dublin. “IFA and Irish farmers clearly recognise the importance GAA Supporters Song “The Mighty of building political support for ag- Blue and Gold” will be launched. At 9pm the torch run from Michael ricultural policies that will sustain Cusack’s home in Carron, Co. Clare viable farming and food production commemorating the 125th anniversary in Ireland. IFA looks forward to of the GAA will conclude in Liberty working with the 12 Irish MEPs Square. The torch will leave Carron at elected last week as they will play a 12 noon on Saturday and will be brought critical role in securing a beneficial by Clare clubs to Limerick where it will be handed over to be brought through outcome for the CAP post 2013.”

Limerick City by Limerick clubs. At 6pm it will be handed over to Tipperary Concluding, the IFA President said, at Finnegans outside Limerick City and “CAP has been very beneficial in will be brought via Newport to Thurles the past. If we are to maintain a Eu- by the clubs on the route. More details ropean model of family farming, a of the trip through Tipperary will be relevant and properly funded CAP is available next week. On Sunday the torch will be carried by former players vital post 2013.” from the Munster counties from Liberty

Square to Semple Stadium arriving between the Minor and Senior games. It will be brought into the Stadium by Tipperary and Thurles Sarsfields hurling legend, Jimmy Doyle, who graced many Munster minor and senior finals with his unique skills. Other events on the Sunday will include the Guinness Gig Rig in Liberty Square from 10am and entertainment from the Artane Boys Band in Liberty Square from 12.30pm.

TIPPERARY VHI CUL CAMPS LAUNCH Tuesday June 9th saw the launch of VHI GAA Cul Camps 2009 in Dr Morris Park, Thurles. Proceedings commenced with a Smart Touch Hurling and Football Go Games Blitz. Two hundred boys and girls from schools in West and South Tipperary took part in this end of school year blitz which was organised

by Games Promotion Officers, Kevin Halley and Johnny Cummins. A special word of thanks to Johnny and Kevin along with the Club School coaches, who organised the games and thanks also to the parents and others who came along to support the children.

The official launch of the VHI GAA Cul Camps was opened by Dinny Maher, Tipperary County Games Manager, who thanked VHI for their continued sponsorship of the camps. Forty Four Clubs will host camps this year catering for an estimated 4,000 children. Eighty qualified and fully trained Coaches will be employed over the course of the Summer. Each participant will receive a VHI GAA Cul Camp Kit which includes jersey, togs, socks, kit bag as well as a medal and certificate of enrolment.

On behalf of main sponsors, VHI, Karen Ryan wished everyone involved the best of luck, especially the children who will be participating and the clubs who will be hosting.

This year Tipperary are again delighted to be in a position to offer ten free places to Barnardos, the child welfare organisation. Mary O’Gorman, on behalf of Barnardos, expressed her appreciation to Tipperary VHI GAA Cul Camps and the VHI. She said that the ten free places would make some less fortunate children very happy.

The 2009 VHI GAA Cul Camps were then officially launched by Liam Sheedy, Tipperary Senior Hurling Manager, who was also accompanied by senior hurling panellists, Shane McGrath and Seamus Callanan, who are also VHI GAA Cul Camp ambassadors, and Andrew Morrissey, captain of the Tipperary Senior Football team. Liam in his address encouraged as many children as possible to avail of the camps. He wished the organisers and clubs well and also stated that the Tipperary hurlers would be delighted to visit the camps.

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Tyres will provide greater life if they are properly maintained - it is an inexpensive task which takes only a few minutes at regular intervals. The following Check List will be helpful in this task: 1. Check the correct pressures against the manufacturer's recommendations as given in the vehicle Handbook.

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3. Clean dirt from valves and fit valve caps all round.

4. Remove stones and other foreign objects from treads.

5. Have the steering alignment corTyre pressures should not be checked rected if front tyres show signs of during or immediately after a journey excessive or uneven wear. while the tyres are still warm. This 6. Examine brakes if tyres show will result in an incorrect pressure signs of wear through wheel locking. reading. (NB: It is worth investing 7. Have front wheels and tyres baljust a few pounds in a pencil-type, anced if there are signs of vibration, pocket tyre gauge so you can check wheel wobble or patchy tyre wear. pressures regularly - unfortunately some garage forecourt gauges suffer

Avoiding Tyre Troubles There are many individual causes of tyre troubles. However, the three abuses which will cause most problems, and the greatest costs, are under-inflation, overloading and speeding.

Under-inflation Surveys by Dunlop Tyres Ltd, tyre service engineers show that at least 25 per cent of all tyres examined are under-inflated by more than 10 per cent.

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Can I Get Mortgage Repayment Protection 2 years after drawing down my Mortgage?

Yes! You can get mortgage repayment protection/redundancy cover at any time not just at the outset of the mortgage.

You can take out this cover with Cardiff Pinnacle through any PIBA broker who has signed up to the Cardiff Pinnacle scheme.

(Mortgage repayment protection is not the same as mortgage (life) protection – this is a separate policy designed to pay off your mortgage if you die. You do not have to take out mortgage repayment protection, whereas you must usually, by law, take out mortgage (life) protection insurance when you get a mortgage.)

Cardiff Pinnacle cover offered: What is Mortgage Repayment Protector?

Mortgage Repayment Protector is an insurance policy that will cover your monthly mortgage repayments if you as a PAYE employee are unable to work and remain so for 30 days or more due to an accident, sickness or from being made redundant. Should you be self-employed or state employed, Mortgage Repayment Protector will cover your mortgage repayments if you are unable to work and remain so for 30 days or more due to accident or sickness or if you are admitted into hospital for 5 consecutive days or more your mortgage repayment will also be covered.

Don’t confuse it with Mortgage protection that covers Why do I need Mortgage Repayment Protector?

In the event that you are unable to work for a period of 30 days or more due to illness, an accident, or being made compulsorily redundant, or 5 days or more due to hospitalisation you are entitled to make a claim subject to the terms and conditions of your policy.

How long can I claim for?

An amount equal to your monthly mortgage benefit will be paid after the initial 30 days if you are out of work due to an accident, sickness or you are made redundant (applies to those who are employed Full-time). An amount equal to your monthly benefit will be paid after 5 days of consecutive hospitalisation (applies to those who are Self Employed / State Employed). Thereafter, you will be entitled to an amount equal to the monthly mortgage benefit for each consecutive 30 day period that you remain out of work due to an accident, illness, redundancy or hospitalisation, until a maximum of 12 monthly payments have been made on your behalf for any one claim or you return to work, whichever happens first. The maximum aggregate claim payment is 24 months per claim type i.e. 24 months for Disability (accident and sickness), 24 months for

Redundancy and 24 months for Hospitalisation.

How much is my monthly benefit?

This is the amount chosen by you to cover your monthly mortgage repayment under the mortgage, and any other mortgage related costs (insurances, household bills etc), which shall not exceed €2,000 in total. The customer’s monthly mortgage repayment should be rounded up to the nearest €100 to identify the monthly benefit. e.g. customer's monthly repayment: €798.42 customer's monthly benefit: €800.00 What is the benefit amount if the policy is joint cover?

Both parties to a mortgage can cover themselves under the Mortgage Repayment Protector Plan and can choose how the over is split between them. The two percentages must add up to 100% e.g. customers' monthly repayment: €798.42 customers' policy benefit: €800.00 each party is insured for: €400.00 each.

How much does it cost?

Mortgage Repayment Protector Plan(MRPP) costs €5.65 per month per €100 covered.

If your monthly repayment was €798.34, the monthly benefit should be rounded up to the nearest €100. It would therefore cost you €5.65 x 8= €45.20 per month to cover 100% of the mortgage repayment How much will I get when I claim?

Mortgage Repayment Protector will cover your chosen monthly mortgage payment, up to the maximum of €2,000.

Am I eligible?

To be eligible you need to be at least 18 and less than 65 years of age, have been in full-time, state or self employment immediately prior to the policy start date and have the right to reside, work, and live in Ireland.

Can I apply if I am unemployed?

No, you must have been in full-time employment or have been self-employed immediately prior to the policy start date.

Can I apply if I am out of work sick?

If you are out of work sick you can take the cover out. However, you will not be covered until you return to work and pre-existing exclusions will apply to the illness you have at the time of the commencement of the cover.

Will you require medical evidence if I claim?

Yes, should you be claiming for an accident or sickness we will require information from your Doctor. Your Doctor may charge you for this information.

Will you need to see my medical records if I claim?

Possibly, we employ medical advisors to help assess each claim. If they feel that further information is required, we may need to ask your Doctor to provide more information. If we ask for any additional information from your Doctor then we would pay the costs of getting this.

Are my Claim details confidential?

by Eamon Walsh

Ordinarily only our claims staff and medical advisors have access to claim details. We may, however, also be required to share this information for the detection and prevention of fraud.

Do I continue to pay the premium when claiming?

Yes, if you do not pay the monthly premium, then your cover will lapse. Mortgage Repayment Protector allows you to claim more than once; therefore, you will need to continue paying your premiums even if you are currently claiming.

When and who do I need to notify of any claim?

Should you need to make a claim you need to notify Cardif Pinnacle at the earliest opportunity. The completed claims form should be returned to Cardif Pinnacle within 90 days of the claim occurring.

Can I claim more than once?

You may make a further claim for accident or sickness if it is: * for an unrelated condition if you have returned to work for 1 month; * for the same or related condition if you have returned to work for 6 months following the previous accident or sickness claim You may make a further claim for compulsory redundancy as long as you have returned to full-time employment for 6 consecutive months after your initial claim.

What events are not covered?

As with all insurances, there are going to be times when this Mortgage Repayment Protector is unable to cover you. A summary of the main exclusions follows: Accident or Sickness benefit will not be paid if your accident or sickness results from: * a self inflicted injury; * being under the influence of, or being affected by, alcohol or drugs unless prescribed by a doctor; * any condition of a mental or nervous origin including stress, anxiety or depression, unless the condition is certified by and under the continuing care of a consultant psychiatrist specialist; * backache or a related condition without supporting medical evidence; * cosmetic or other elective surgery; * AIDS or HIV; * any condition, which you knew about, ought reasonably to have known or received counselling or treatment for in the 12 months immediately prior to the policy start date about, or which arise within 30 days of the policy start date.

Redundancy benefits will not be paid if: * you were aware at the policy start date that you would be made redundant or you had reason to believe this would occur or if this occurs within the first 90

days (new borrowers) or 180 days (existing borrowers) of the policy start date; * you were not in full-time employment for at least 6 months immediately before your first claim for unemployment; * you resigned or accepted voluntary redundancy or unemployment; * your work was seasonal, casual or temporary, or unemployment is a regular feature of your work; * it results from any act of misconduct, fraud or dishonesty.

Hospitalisation benefits will not be paid if: * your hospitalisation results from a consequence of any disability or redundancy exclusions NOTE: Before taking out mortgage repayment protection, you should ask yourself: * am I in secure employment? If you are then you may not need this cover. * do I have good reason to suspect that I will be made redundant? If the answer is yes and take out this cover, you may have difficulty making a claim in the event that you are made redundant. * if I lost my current job, is there another form of paid work I could take? If you took another job, even part-time work, you may not be able to make a claim. * do I really need this cover? If you have a mortgage with a partner, take into account both incomes and spending. * what is the full cost of this insurance over the term of the mortgage?

Would I be better off saving this amount? Ideally, you should build up three months salary to cope with unexpected events. * am I already in a sick-pay scheme through my job that would pay me some or all of my income if I couldn’t work due to illness? * am I entitled to accident or illness cover through my job, sports club or other professional association? * would I be better off with alternative cover such as life insurance, income protection, or serious illness cover?

If you need financial advice or have any questions on the above article, please don’t hesitate to call me at 0860471147,or at 15 Bank St,Templemore.

Eamonn Walsh Mortgages and Investments Ltd is a member of the Professional Insurance Brokers Association(PIBA) and is regulated by the financial Regulator.

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Clare Tipp Properties offer high spec properties at rock bottom prices.

Check our website for further information. www.c-t-p.ie “No. 4 The Beeches”.

Reduced guide price for current market from €550,000 to an amazing €455,000.

Lisballyard, Rathcabbin, Co. Tipperary

An exclusive location central to Ballina / Killaloe with stunning views.

A superb 4/5 bedroom detached residence c. 2,300 sq.ft. includes 2 en-suites, 2 bathrooms. A natural pine turn stairs leads to the first floor. The main bedroom includes a walk-in dressing area and en-suite. The property also boasts a detached garage and sits majestically on approx. 1/3 acre. The back garden is stepped down to the patio area and has lovely shrubbery with a natural reserve, mature trees and wild flowers.

The property is not overlooked front or rear. Located in a much sought after area. Final Reduction.

Lisballyard, Rathcabbin, Co. Tipperary.

Guide Price €285,000.

New high class executive property on approx. half acre. Large airy interior c. 1,800 sq.ft. This property has 4 bedrooms with 2 en-suite. This property is completed to ‘Builder’s finish’ with all building work complete. The property is situated within close proximity to local amenities and public transport. Excellent opportunity to purchase a very large home at a very competitive rate and add your

“Suaimhneas”, Killoran, Portroe, Co. Tipperary.

Guide Price €315,000.

9. Cnoc Ard, Ballina, Co. Tipperary Amazing prices starting from €150,000.

Brand new high class executive property on c. half acre of lawned grounds completed to a very high specification. Large bright and airy interior c.1,850 sq.ft. This magnificent property boasts 4 bedrooms and 2 en-suites with well designed bright interior.

Fully fitted large kitchen as well as P.C. sum within the guide price of €5,000. Tiled flooring to kitchen/utility and bathrooms, solid white oak flooring to remainder.

New 2 and 3 Bedroom Properties central Ballina - Block built to exacting standards, feature bay windows, bright and airy interiors, natural gas central heating. Overlooking a very large mature green. P.C. sums for fireplace and kitchen use. €3,000 deposit secures.

Carhueana, O’Gonnolloe, Co. Clare.

Guide Price: €220,000.

An excellent location in the heart of East Clare with magnificent views of Lough Derg. Peaceful, tranquil and scenic. A panoramic elevated site of approx. 0.5 acres.

There are planning opportunities available with this property due to the existing 2 bedroom cottage with outbuildings. The cottage itself although requiring updating is a sturdy bright cottage full of character sitting on top of the elevated site overlooking Holy Island and Lough Derg. The property is within close proximity to Scariff and also Killaloe/Ballina. Access to the N7 and Limerick is within short driving distance.

19 Fairgreen, Borrisokane, Co. Tipperary.

Guide Price €179,500

Guide Price: €365,000.

A most beautiful enchanting cottage nestled privately on c. 0.75 acres in the Tipperary hills. This idyllic property exudes tranquility. It’s unique style and attention to detail is both captivating and rewarding. Built circa. 200 yrs ago it has been renovated and professionally refurbished to a 4 bedroom thatched home circa. 2,100 sq.ft. with all work carried out in 2008. This thatch cottage features dark Tudor-style beams, airy vaulted ceiling and white-washed walls. It has solid oak doors, skirting boards and varnished solid red deel floorboards. Other traditional features include a solid stove, an open fire and an antique free standing cast iron bath.

BARGAIN BUY; Large spacious semi detached property. Property size c.1,100 sq.ft.

Excellent central location, plenty of green area walking distance to all local amenities. A sound solid block built home, delightful for a young executive family.

Oil central heating. Guide price includes most furnishings and all white goods.

Killea, Ballinderry, Co. Tipperary.

Guide Price: Reduced price of €305,000.

High spec magnificent 3 bedroom detached property with 360 degrees unobstructed views. It is a fine family home large and airy, comprising of approx.

1,900 sq.ft. ground floor with a furthur c. 1,200 sq.ft. of floored attic space providing endless opportunities for simple conversion s.t.p. extending the internal dimiensions to circa 3,000 sq.ft. (s.t.p.). This house has lovely clean lines, limestone sills and a slate roof with feature stone work to the side and front. This superb property comes to the market with its own deep-bored well, oil fired central, double-glazed windows, formal reception, large family bathroom. It also boasts an entrance hall, reception area, kitchen, utility and dressing room.

There is a guest w.c., a large family bathroom incl. jacuzzi and 2 en-suites.

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North Tipp Wheelers Times were definitely not as good for race 2, held on 18th June, and this was due to the change from warm, sunny conditions on race 1 to freezing cold, near-gale force winds last week.

The riders suffered and none more so than the newcomers to cycling.

William held on to first place although he was joined at the top by John O'Carroll, on the same time.

Mike O'Keeffe, Paul Lenihan and Keith Horan were not far behind them.

The man who fared best on the night was an experienced cyclist and triathlete, William Murphy who only added 54 seconds to his time and clocked the fastest at 35.14. John Foote, Mike O'Keeffe and Kevin Sherlock (on his first outing in this series) took the next three places.

Handicaps didn't shake things around as much this week and

Grandma - The Motorist Grandma is eighty-eight years old and still drives her own car. She writes: Dear Grand-daughter, The other day I went up to our local book store and saw a 'Honk if you love Jesus' bumper sticker .. I was feeling particularly sassy that day because I had just come from a thrilling choir performance, followed by a thunderous prayer meeting. So, I bought the sticker and put it on my bumper. Boy, am I glad I did; what an uplifting experience that followed.

I was stopped at a red light at a busy intersection, just lost in thought about the Lord and how good he is, and I didn't notice that the light had changed. It is a good thing someone else loves Jesus because if he hadn't honked, I'd never have noticed. I found that lots of people love Jesus!

While I was sitting there, the guy behind started honking like crazy, and then he leaned out of his window and screamed, 'For the love of God!' 'Go! Go! Go! Jesus Christ, GO!' What an exuberant cheerleader he was for Jesus!

Everyone started honking!

I just leaned out my window and started waving and smiling at all those loving people. I even honked my horn a few times to share in the love! There must have been a man

from Wexford back there because I heard him yelling something about a sunny beach. I saw another guy waving in a funny way with only his middle finger stuck up in the air. I asked my young teenage grandson in the back seat what that meant. He said it was probably a Hawaiian good luck sign or something. Well, I have never met anyone from Hawaii, so I leaned out the window and gave him the good luck sign right back. My grandson burst out laughing. Why even he was enjoying this religious experience!!

A couple of the people were so caught up in the joy of the moment that they got out of their cars and started walking towards me. I bet they wanted to pray or ask what church I attended, but this is when I noticed the light had changed. So, grinning, I waved at all my brothers and sisters, and drove on through the intersection. I noticed that I was the only car that got through the intersection before the light changed again and felt kind of sad that I had to leave them after all the love we had shared.

So I slowed the car down, leaned out the window and gave them all the Hawaiian good luck sign one last time as I drove away. Praise the Lord for such wonderful folks!!

Will write again soon, Love, Grandma

Surge in Applications for Tipperary Institute Following record enrolments last year, 2009 is shaping up to be even better for Tipperary Institute.

The latest CAO data show another spectacular increase in the number of applications for TI programmes. The main highlight is a 20% increase in the number of applicants for TI compared with the same time last year.

Importantly, the number of first preference applications for TI programmes has increased by 41% since February and is 22% higher than at the corresponding time twelve months ago.

Even better news is that Tipperary Institute is out-performing its competitors. The growth in applicant numbers for Tipperary Institute since February is double the rate of growth across the rest of the third level sector in Ireland.

The number of first preference applicants for TI has more than doubled over the last two years.

According to Tipperary Institute CEO Padraig Culbert, “All the growth in first preference applications is for Level 8 Honours Degree programmes.

First preference applications for Honours degrees have increased a further 29% from the record levels of last year.”

Honours degrees offered by Tipperary Institute cover a wide range of areas from Accounting, Finance and Business to Creative Multimedia and

Games Design and Development. The rapidly evolving social and environmental sectors are also well provided for with Degrees in Environmental and Natural Resource Management, Social and Community Studies and Sustainable Rural Development.

Padraig Culbert says “These attractive programmes reflect Tipperary Institute's commitment to continuous improvement in the quality of our programmes and student experience.

The programmes are relevant, and will ensure our graduates are competitive in today’s challenging economic environment.”

Since opening its doors to students in 1999, Tipperary Institute has experienced remarkable growth and is attracting students from all over Ireland and overseas as well as providing easy access to third level education for students from Co. Tipperary and the surrounding region. Students benefit from superb education facilities, very affordable and high quality accommodation, and a wealth of social and sporting amenities.

CAO applicants who wish to change their course choices (without fee) can do so up to 17:15 on the 1st July.

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The local interest articles are an addiction to those of us who want to know what’s going on!

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Cloughjordan Festival 2009 This year’s Cloughjordan Festival takes place from Monday 29 June to Saturday 4 July. Now in its third year, the festival programme continues to develop to include something for almost everyone. For example, this year’s festival features more workshops to help you develop your skills and learn something new!

Hurling, weaving, circus skills, music, dance: there’s something for almost everyone. Classic Cloughjordan will once again be a festival highlight. On Friday, 3 July at 8pm, The Cloughjordan Community Choir welcomes Prey Trio and the Borrisokane Gospel Choir to St Kieran’s Church for an evening of truly wonderful music. And on Saturday, 4 July, the Cork Circus takes to the streets and halls for acrobatic workshops and performance. Their circus skills workshop is open to all ages.

The festival ends with the prize giving for the Children’s Art Competion at the Community Disco. This

year, local children are modelling a scene from a legend or fairy tale.

Their work will be displayed on Friday 3 July and Saturday 4 July in the Methodist Hall, Main Street.

For more information, pick up a Cloughjordan Festival programme.

Tickets for ticketed events are available from Austin’s Centra and Sheelagh na Gig bookshop, Cloughjordan. For credit card bookings, ring Sheelagh na Gig bookshop on 0505 42123.

North Tipperary County Council has once again generously supported the festival. A special thank you goes to Austin’s Centra for their ongoing support and to the Cloughjordan patchwork group. They have produced three handmade quilts as raffle prizes to raise funds for the festivals. The quilts are on display in the window of Austin’s Centra, and lines are available for €2 in most shops in Cloughjordan.

Book Review

by ,Elizabeth O’Shea, Sheelagh na Gig

The Thrifty Cookbook by Kate Colquhoun The Thrifty Cookbook is a with-it, intouch-withthe-times, fun, something-foreveryone, cookery book. On a tight budget?

The euro spent on this book will save you lots over the year. Worried about the environment? Use these recipes and shrink your carbon footprint. Looking to spice up your same old ingredients?

Inspiration lies in these pages.

Kate Colquhoun is a British food historian and campaigner against waste.

In this book, she shows us how we can turn leftovers into something truly delicious and interesting. My favourite recipe is Aubergines Stuffed with Pasta, in close running with Emergency Bread, which is a bit like pitta bread but can be whipped up, from flour to hot bread, in 15 minutes.

One of the most invaluable parts of the book is the list of what flavours go with what. You’d like to do some-

thing a little different with that pork?

Turn to page 26 and find out, and then wow your family and friends with just a little seasoning.

This is a book for people who like to cook, people who don’t like to cook, people looking for comfort food, people looking for culinary excitement. It should be on every kitchen shelf.

The Thrifty Cookbook by Kate Colquhoun is available in paperback for €16.99. Sheelagh na Gig bookshop is open 6 days a week: Tue and Wed 9.30am-5pm, Thu and Fri 9.30am7pm, Sat 10am-6pm and Sunday noon-6pm. Tel: 0505 42123 or visit www.myspace.com/sheelaghnagig or follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/sheelaghnagig

Borrisoleigh Family Fun Day Borrisoleigh Community Complex Development presents FAMILY FUN DAY on Sunday July 5th 2009 in The Town Park Vintage & Working Tractor Run, Novelty Races, Bric-a-Brac Stall and many other side shows Kathleen and Tom Sheedy (front) with their daughter Catherine and husband Val Trodd pictured at the open garden 2 years ago.

Open Garden The Thurles Flower and Garden Club are hosting an Open Garden at Tom and Kathleen Sheedy’s Garden, Turtulla, Thurles on Sunday 5th July 2009 from 2pm - 6pm. The proceeds are in aid of Alzheimers. There will be teas, coffee a plant sale and a raffle. Admission to the garden is free and all are welcome. See you there in support of a very good cause!

The High Life Photograph (to the right) shows Winnie Flynn, Clonoulty, along with John F Kennedy and Tom Young, Borrisoleigh taking part on a recent rockclimbing evening organised by Mid Tipp Hillwalkers. Mid-Tipp Hillwalkers will - weather permitting - be organising rockclimbing for all levels of ability on Tuesday

evening during the summer months that will introduce participants to the skills for safe travel on steep mountainsides All are welcome and the meeting point for departure will be outside the Horse and Jockey Hotel, at 6.15pm. For further information telephone 0862602133

Bric-a-Brac Collection Bric-a-Brac Collection will take place at the Pavillion in the Town Park on Monday 22nd June. Wednesday 24thJune, Monday June 29th and Wednesday July 1st between 6.30pm and 7.30pm.

Contact 087-4192103 to leave items outside of these times Books, Toys, Ornaments and any other small items welcome No clothing or furniture please!

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1. Hair Today doesn’t have to mean Gone Tomorrow A trip to the hair salon is a luxury that you don’t have to give up at all if you make the effort to find a place which is looking for models. You can get your hair done, by a person in training under the watchful eye of their professional teacher…… all for little or no cost.

2. Indulging In a Spa Treatment Many spas are now offering some great deals, so instead of cutting them out or visiting as regularly as you used to, shop around for the best offer; i.e. in the current climate, there are many two for one offers and stretch them out over a period of time. Alternatively, like the brainchild of Vera Wade, have a “Girls Night In” and bring the spa to your sitting room!

3. Change your idea of a night out!

A social evening doesn’t have to just consist of going to the pub – broaden your horizons and look at what else is going on around you! There are several classes and events which may interest you, where you can meet like minded people, brush up on or acquire new skills and have great craic! Check out www.toastmasters.ie, www.publicspeaking.ie, www.gumtree.ie, www.setdancing.ie to name but a tiny few.

Transform your kitchen into a resYour Computer is Under Attack 4.taurant How to Protect Yourself When I go to people’s houses and businesses to fix their computers, a problem which I find over and over is that they’ve been attacked by viruses, and are now thoroughly ‘infected’. Of course, I’m happy to sort this out for them by removing the virus and installing anti-virus software – but it’s costing them money that they could save. This article, and the next one, will show you how to protect yourself from viruses, for free.

What are viruses anyway?

There are different kinds of viruses (okay, technically they’re referred to as Viruses, Worms, Trojan Horses, Rootkits and Spyware, but that’s only important to Nerds like me!).They’re little mini computer programs which are designed to cause damage of some sort to your computer. This damage ranges from the merely irritating to the absolutely dangerous.

The irritating ones do things like automatically restarting your computer after a short period of time, to making an annoying sound like a monkey’s squeal blare incessantly out of your speakers.

The more serious ones will do things like corrupting every file on your computer so that it’s unreadable, or even wiping your computer clean! Imagine if every bit of your information was suddenly

gone: your address book, your accounts, your games, that best-selling novel you’re writing. Not good. Other viruses hijack your web browser and keep bringing you to pages of its choice – either advertising or adult pages, including very nasty adult stuff which you genuinely don’t want to see.

It can be even worse. There’s a nasty kind of virus called spyware which is designed to look over your shoulder, so to speak, and it ‘watches’ every single thing you type. It collects critical information such as bank account and credit card details – including your passwords! – and sends that information back to criminals.

They can then hack into those accounts and you don’t need me to tell you how serious that is.

How do they spread?

They spread from computer to computer (hence the term ‘virus’) via the internet.

If you’re connected to the internet in ANY way, even by e-mail, you’re at risk.

So, how can I protect myself?

Luckily there are ways of protecting yourself and guaranteeing that your computer is virus-free – and in the next issue of the Tipp Tatler I’ll share those with you.

Peter Harris is the Nerd You Need. www.needanerd.ie 086 804 4084

tion classes, book clubs, have citizens information on redundancy, rights, grants, assistance etc.

7. Cut out the gym subscription These are a great “incentive” when making New Years’ Resolutions. Do you make use of the amount you pay each month? If not, stop the direct debit and change to a “pay as you go” basis. Most gyms also have classes which can cost anywhere between €4 and €15 to attend – shop around for the best offer. These can force you to have a good workout in a short space of time and can be great fun! Also, you can always exercise for free – do some stretches at home, go for a walk or jog or if you have a bike, dust it off and get it into action!!

8. Become entrepreneurial!

Money is tighter these days, but look for other ways of creating it! Sell things you don’t need and de-clutter your home at your local car boot sale or on the “Buy and Sell”. Alternatively, you can find lots of buyers on www.donedeal.ie or www.eBay.ie. The CEO and President of this global enterprise is Margaret Whitman, a most notable American female entrepreneur of our time.

9. Holiday Time!

Be spontaneous this Summer and be ready to avail of some fabulous “leave next week” deals that travel agents are offering – check out www.gohop.ie or www.lastminute.com to see what type of adventures await you! Alternatively, why not travel around our own beautiful Emerald Isle – have you kissed the Blarney Stone or visited the Giant’s Causeway? Try a homely B&B instead of a hotel. Many holiday homes were purchased as investment properties 5. Invite people over through tax breaks and now they’re Invite people around for a coffee morn- lying idle in some beautiful locations, ing or dinner party. Buy or make some i.e. Enniscrone in Sligo. You may be sticky buns and stick on the kettle, or able to negotiate some very good rents utilise your cookery skills and show off for family holidays. Kathryn Thomas your own personal risotto that you have has made her career from finding value developed. You can chat without being for us! rushed out a busy restaurant and have the same social occasion at the fraction 10. Bring down the cost of money of the cost!

Visit your bank (and their competition) to see if you can get a better rate on or 6. Find out where your library is consolidate your mortgage, loans, savIf you feel the broadband is a cost that ings and deposits. When buying shares, has to go, check out if your local liIrish people usually go through expenbrary is offering free internet access. sive traditional brokers, why not look Also, reading is a wonderful pastime – to online brokers who can offer flat either to while away an afternoon fees (i.e. €15 per trade) and bring your transported into the world of a ficticosts down a huge amount. If you tious tale or to read up on an area that would like any information on this, feel you may be interested in and you don’t free to e-mail me at susan@iltb.ie or have to bear the cost of buying books. call me at 086-1003948.

Also, libraries hold language conversaLook to Jenny Bristow or Darina Allen for inspiration and start cooking yourself more. This hobby can be incredibly satisfying on many levels. Firstly, you know exactly the food and nutrition you are putting into your body.

Secondly, you can be creative – adding your own personal touches to your dishes. There is also a sense of satisfaction in making something delicious from scratch!

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Killea Community Fun Day On Sunday 28th June, in Killea’s sportsfield, there will be a Fun Day with a Dog Show and Vintage Display. The Thomas McDonagh Pipe Band will open the event at 1.30pm. The proceeds of this event will go towards a defibrillator for the Killea Parish and the remainder of the profit will be divided amongst the Killea GAA, Killea N.S., Killea FAS and Killea Graveyard Committee.

At 11am, there will be a Vintage Run of cars and tractors which will return the the village by 1.30pm and all the vehicles will be displayed for the public see what used to be.

A Dog Show will be held at 3pm, for all sizes and breeds of dogs, so be sure to bring along your pampered pooch for a viewing and he may even win a prize.

Local dance groups from Drom, Templemore and Clonmel will be enteraining the crowds with set dancing for the more traditionally minded spectators.

There will be plenty of events to amuse and entertain everybody, including horse shoe pitching, mini

digger pick a brick, pillow fighting, ball in a barrell, penalty kicks, wellie throwing, balloon shaving, pick a card, pitch & putt, kart racing, tug of war, fishing for bottles, sheaf pitching, and name the celebrity.

The kids will be well catered for as well, with loads of free events laid on for them, including face painting, bouncing castles, art competition hair breading and pony rides.

There will be refreshments, looked after by the Ladies Committee with plenty of top class confectionary. There will also be a shop for the kids to get what they want. The day will finish off with a monster draw at 5pm. The first prize is a weekend away for two in a Maldron Hotel of your choice; the second prize is a tractor trailer of timber; the third and fourth prizes are meal vouchers.

This event was a huge success last year, so be sure not to miss it as it is a great day out for the young and the old alike. So don’t make any other plans for Sunday 28th June and we will se you there.

Irelands Only Good News Only Website www.veryhappypig.com Launches A Deals Page Not just content with raising the people of Irelands spirits www.veryhappypig.com has launched a new bargain basement deals page in a bid to raise their bank balance.

Ireland’s only dedicated good news only website, which is averaging 350,000 hits per month, has been making people smile for over five months and now we plan to make their shopping worthwhile.

The Deals Sty-which you can access via VeryHappyPig’s home page, is basically a one stop bargain shop.

Companies of every kind and from all over Ireland can put up their sales, special offers and promotions for the VeryHappyPig readers to avail off.

“We have been helping the people smile over the last four months. We are pushing toward the two million hit

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Sudoku for Kids! One for the Dads!

Well – the time has come and gone.

That one day, June 21st 2009 that marks a special day for Dads all over has passed and all dads go back to normal life today. Father’s Day does not get as near the amount of coverage and exposure as Mother’s Day, which begs the question: Are dads not as important as the mums???

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The mother has the privileged and at times, arduous, task of carrying a child for the best part of 10 months, and then giving birth. So she may naturally have a stronger bond with the child before it’s born. However, it is a known fact that an unborn child is sensitive to noises and sounds happening around him/her, and does become familiar with the voice and tones and accents of those close by (including co-workers, shop assistants or anywhere else the mother may frequent).

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So by the time the child is born, they are very familiar with both mother’s and father’s voices and presence, as well as the relationship between the two adults. Most fathers are present at the birth and often can be the first to hold the child. This is an important moment for dad, as he experiences the contact very early on in the father / child relationship. It also gives the child a chance to get an initial sense and feeling of their dad.

So these dad’s are being proactive in the building of a relationship with their child, and should be commended along with mum for their efforts.

Of course, this does not imply that a father needs to be present at birth to build a strong relationship with their child. We all know relationships grow and develop over time, even if time spent with the child is not on a daily basis. Every moment spent with a child is precious and rewarding, and no less for a father.

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me”. Another said that “just knowing they Love you and Remembered you” was very special to him. Some dad’s relish in the chance to get some quality sleep time in the morning, but one commented that they also “had a nice dream” .

Another received beautiful handmade cards from each of his children, and was very proud of their drawing ability. One father received a card as Gaeilge, and even though he didn’t quite know what it said, he was obviously very proud.

----------My father gave me the greatest gift anyone could give another person, he believed in me. - Jim Valvano -----------So dads; a day to be proud of your children; a day to enjoy peace and quiet; a day to be recognised for playing out an important role; a day to be cherished and appreciated for your role in the lives of little people should not be taken lightly.

It is a day to succumb to the glories of fatherhood, the sense of pride in the great job that you’ve done (so far). It is the day to be thankful that you have raised such sweet and loving children. It is a day to remember exactly why you had children. It is a day to smile.

So you may wonder if this article is a little outdated by the time you read it. Well imagine every day is Father’s Day, because it is. You have to power to feel all these great feelings and enjoy your children, not just on one special day but every day.

Happy Father’s Every Day. This week, next week and the rest of your life. Be there every day to inspire, guide, and love your children.

--------------My father didn't tell me how to live; he lived, and let me watch him do it.

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Elaine Rogers of www.seefincoaching.com is a qualified Business Coach and Trainer. She works closely and empathetically with her clients to help them develop and enhance crucial aspects of their personal & business effectiveness. This ensures they achieve their maximum potential, and be the change they want to be. You can contact Elaine on 086-1955660 if you have any further questions. Further reading available at Elaines Blog http://seefincoaching.wordpress.com/

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The Reno Showband Formed back in the 60’s, the Reno Showband was very popular for a number of years playing in local venues like the Mines (Silvermines) Parish Hall, the Ormond in Nenagh, Scariff, Shannon and Limerick and many other venues throughout Clare / Tipperary and Limerick.

Recently reformed, the band has played a number of local venues and the nights were thoroughly enjoyed by all who attended.

The Reno concentrates on dance music and their show is made up of a showband that’s Country, Jive and Rock and Roll.

The current line up consists of four of the original members, Shay Spain (Drums), Niall Barry (Guitar), Pat Mulcahy (Vocals and Billy McCarthy (Saxaphone). Completing this six piece band is Rob Shanahan (Lead Guitar) and Jimmy Nolan (Base Guitar).

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August Bank Holiday Afternoon Dancing Sunday August 2nd: Dermot Lyons Monday August 3rd: Sea Breeze ing forward to a good local turnout as the Band was formed in the villages of Ballina / Killaloe originally, and is still fondly remembered by many in the locality.

Playing a range of music to suit all tastes, this lively six piece band covers showband hits of the 60’s, 70’s, and also Buck Owens, George Jones, Kris Kristofferson and even the Rolling Stones and Elvis get a look in.

The Reno don’t play many dates, so don’t miss this opportunity to see them live at the Lakeside Hotel on July 12th.

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To some he is the Minister for Hardship from Halls Pictorial Weekly, to others he is Cass Cassidy from Fair City. It depends what generation you come from. But Eamon Morrissey will always be The Brother. Based on the writings of Myles Na Gopaleen (Flann O’Brien), this timeless character is as Irish as the stout he consumes during the show.

It’s over two decades since The Brother first walked on stage in The Peacock. Since then he has been heard singing the praises of “A Pint of Plain” in places as far apart as Edinburgh and Sydney. People the world over can identify with their worst nightmare, the pub bore. He can go on and on for ages about his multi talented brother, the famous jumping Irishman or the atomic danger of bicycles. Is there any topic he is not an expert on? The answer is no. The hilarious insights just keep coming thick and fast.

The Brother has been playing to packed houses, the length and breadth of the country. It seems the post Celtic tiger Ireland is just the place for him to spread his homespun philosophy, as an answer to all our ills. So why not come down for “a pint of plain and a ball of malt” and

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Our area athletics was held recently in the Engtek Park. Many thanks to Michael Hogan and everyone in Killavilla Soccer Club for all the hard work in preparing the track and to Corina Kennedy, Sandra Cooke, Marion O’Connor, Enda Mullally and Lorraine Kelly for all their hard work especially with the clean-up afterwards.

A special word of thanks to all our Finish Judges who had possibly the hardest job on the day with so many heats. It was a good turnout especially at the younger age groups. Congratulations to all who took part. Athletics training will be held on Monday and Wednesday nights from 7.00pm to 8.00 pm in the C.B.S. field and costs €1 per person. Please ensure there is a coach present before dropping off your athlete. Membership is now due and all new members are welcome.

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Louise McCarthy, 3. Derbhail Parlon U10 100m 1. Katie Shanahan, 2. Aoife Spendlove, 3. Laura Fanneran

U10 200m 1. 1. Rebecca Williams, 2.

Emily Walsh U10 Hurdles 1. Katie Shanahan 2. Aoife Spendlove 3. Laura Fanneran U12 100m 1. Sophie Delaney, 2. Nora Cashin, 3. Michaela Loughnane U12 600m 1. Sophie Delaney U12 Ball Throw 1. Michaela Loughnane, 2. Nora Cashin, 3. Rachel Byrne-Hickey Boys U6 60m 1. Aaron Delahunty, 2. Scott Kelly, 3. Eoin Conlon U8 60m 1. Conal Nevin, 2. Dylan Carey, 3. Conor Dooley U8 80m 1. Conal Nevin, 2. Dylan Carey, 3. Conor Dooley U10 100m 1. Enda Parlon, 2. Darragh Loughnane, 3. Eoin Dooley U10 200m 1. Enda Parlon, 2. Darragh Loughnane, 3. Ray Fuller U10 Hurdles 1. Liam Murray, 2. Luke Cashin U12 100m 1. Shane Fletcher, 2. Jesse Bartlett, 3. Jason Gilmartin U12 600m 1. David Williams, 2.

Shane Fletcher, 3. Jason Gilmartin U12 Ball Throw 1. Jesse Bartlett, 2.

Niall Scullion U12 Long Puck 1. Shane Fletcher, 2.

Jason Gilmartin U14 100m 1. Seamus Fuller

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by County PRO Ger Ryan COUNTY BOARD MEETING The next meeting of the County Board will be held at 8pm on Tuesday June 30th in the Sarsfields Centre, Thurles.

Tipperary Supporters Club Membership With Tipperary in the Munster Senior Hurling Final, we are asking you to show your support by encouraging your family and friends, at work or in your club, to join up as 2009 members. If you could sell even a small number of memberships it would be greatly appreciated, as significant team preparation expenses are incurred at this time of the year for travel, meals, specialist training and medical treatment. To find out the details just call John Coman on 087 9087105 or email info@tippsupportersclub.com.

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TIPP FM GAA MASTERCLASS Good luck to all the 50 participants in the Tipp FM GAA Masterclass 2009, which will take place in Semple Stadium this Saturday June 27th.

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Spin-outs from research contribute €160 million annually to economy Spin-out companies emerging from research contribute more than €160 million annually to the economy, an Enterprise Ireland conference at the Guinness Storehouse in Dublin heard recently (18th June 2009).

Conor Lenihan, T.D Minister for Science, Technology, Innovation and Natural Resources opened the event called ‘Business opportunities from emerging companies’ – where he announced that more than 100 high-value companies have emerged from higher education institutions. The majority of these companies were established in the last 3-5 years. Of the combined annual turnover of €160million, €137 million was generated in exports.

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The Irish Santa Claus Seamus McGuire Seamus Maguire was born in Thurles in 1950: the only child of James and Eileen Maguire.

He completed his education in 1969 and subsequently worked as a Bus driver, Prison Officer and Social Worker in Tipperary and Cork.

In 1979, The International Year Of The Child, he founded Youth-In-Need. It was meant to be a one off project to help three young people for six months. Seamus went on to pioneer many projects to help young and old at home and abroad.

Over the years he was the recipient of many prestigious awards and commendations.

He headed an organisation, which operated a soup-run in London.

While he and his volunteers were distributing soup, sandwiches and blankets to the Irish homeless Seamus felt that the marginalized exiles needed more.

In December 1979 when Jingle Bells was blaring from loudspeakers in cities around the world and Ireland was coming to terms with the buzz brought about by the cub-Celtic Tiger, Seamus was busy.

The unsung hero from Tipperary was approaching the homeless in the English Capital offering them the chance to ” go home for Christmas”. Because of shame or a total rejection of their homeland a minority refused.

Those who availed of his offer were taken to a hostel and given accommodation.

Proper food for a few days and fresh clothes meant that many who had abandoned all hope of a homecoming would be able to meet their loved ones looking “fairly respectable”.

Amid all the hardship, Seamus and his crew experienced the odd humorous incident…

A volunteer worker, John Cassidy from Clogher, County Donegal; told the following story to me;

The Miraculous Prayer – Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I’ve asked for many favours. This time I ask You this very special one (mention favour). Take it Dear Heart of Jesus and place it within Your own broken heart where Your Father sees it. Then in His merciful eyes it will become Your favour, not mine. Amen.

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Never known to fail. A.S. The Miraculous Prayer – Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I’ve asked for many favours. This time I ask You this very special one (mention favour). Take it Dear Heart of Jesus and place it within

“In early 1992 we arrived in Hammersmith with a fortyfoot lorry loaded with food and blankets for the homeless centres. As we were unloading on a road that was restricted to vehicles less than three tons a policeSeamus McGuire, second from left man insisted we move or he mas Rescue would have us arrested and the lorry im- Coach continued to operate. pounded.

Seamus McGuire died in 2000 aged forty- seven. As he lived alone his body lay undiscovered in his home for a number After a few moments of heated discusof days. The brief media reports of his sion Seamus produced a document bear- passing mentioned his work on behalf of ing the seal of both the Irish and British the less well off in our society, both at Governments and warned the policeman home and abroad.” that it would cause a diplomatic incident if he continued harassing us.

If anyone from the Thurles area or beyond has any more information about The policeman reached for the document Seamus Maguire please email: that Seamus was holding hesitated, mattielennon@eircom.net looked at Seamus and said; “you have four hours to unload and get the truck Based on the information given to me by out of here”.

John Cassidy I have written the following ballad, which has been put to music Thankfully the policeman did not insist

by Mairead Curran; on checking the paper that Seamus was holding; it was a customs clearance cerSEAMUS MAGUIRE tificate.”

By Mattie Lennon John Cassidy goes on to say: The soup-runs of well meaning people “In 1990, long before it became the maCould not heal the souls or hurt pride jor issue that it is to day, Seamus Of the Irish in alien doorways McGuire Saw the need for a special With no one but God on their side. counselling and support service for Through decades of drink and misforyoung victims of sexual and physical tune abuse.

Returning was out the frame; The streets and the hills of their homeIn the twenty-year period 1979-1999. It land is estimated that almost four thousand Were but specks on an ocean of shame. people were helped through the various Despondency fed by resentment work and services provided by his orRan loose like an unbroken colt, ganisation at home and in London.

‘Til a hero, unsung, from Tipp’rary Gave the conscience of Ireland a jolt.

By Christmas 1993 Seamus who suf“We’ll bring some of them home for fered from severe diabetic neuropathy in next Christmas, both feet was no longer able to walk the Who haven’t seen loves ones for streets of London seeking out those in years.

3 need, he had to content himself with diAll we need is the will and the 9 recting operations from his home in courage” Thurles, but he had a dedicated team of He blasted at pessimist ears. volunteers who ensured that the Christ-

Your own broken heart where Your Father sees it. Then in His merciful eyes it will become Your favour, not mine. Amen.

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Never known to fail.B.H. The Miraculous Prayer – Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I’ve asked for many favours. This time I ask You this very special one (mention favour). Take it Dear Heart of Jesus and place it within Your own broken heart where Your Father sees it. Then in His merciful eyes it will become Your favour, not mine. Amen.

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publication and favour will be granted. Never known to fail.B.H. 8 The Miraculous Prayer – Dear Heart of Jesus, in the past I’ve asked for many favours. This time 6 I ask You this very special one (mention favour). Take it Dear Heart of Jesus and place it within Your own broken heart where Your Father sees it. Then in His merciful eyes it will become Your favour, not mine.

Amen. Say this prayer for 3 days, promise publication and favour will be granted.

Never known to fail.B.H.

Chorus Dreams dreamt, under cardboard in Camden, Of a whin-bush, round tower or turf fire Were realised beyond expectation; We were brought home by Seamus Maguire.

The captains of business he badgered While his care-workers beavered away, Collecting the cash and resources, And then came the memorable day When the “rescue coach” left Dublin’s quayside In December of seventy nine, Taking fifty glad hearts to the country With their loved ones once more to entwine.

For the next twenty years every Christmas Maguire and his team would ensure That the birth of the Saviour was special For those He called “Bless’ed”; the poor.

Any many a parent died happy Resigned to their ultimate fate With the son or the daughter they cherished United before ’twas too late.

Chorus The date on a gravestone in Thurles Proclaims ninety-nine as the year That God gave to Seamus Maguire The reward for his mission down here.

And his name in more permanent fashion Is forever inscribed in that tome; The hearts of our destitute exiles Who once had no hope of going home.

Chorus.

Words © Mattie Lennon 2004 (Put to music by Mairead Curran)

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Abuse

by Jim O Shea

(Continued from previous issue)

Boundaries are breached on both sides as the relationship deteriorates into co-dependency. Co-dependency often involves the victim caring for an abuser, and is most commonly seen when one of the partners is an addict.

Very often verbally abusive relationships involve addiction (but addiction is not the cause of abuse).

Ridicule or insult you, then tell you it’s a joke, or that you have no sense of humour?

Ridicule your beliefs, religion, race, heritage or class?

Withhold approval, appreciation or affection?

Give you the silent treatment?

Walk away without answering you?

Criticise you, call you names, and yell The relationship is an emotional roller at you? coaster. It continually moves from loving calmness to outbursts of anger. It is Humiliate you privately or in public? unpredictable, and this breeds depresRoll their eyes when you talk? sion and confusion. It creates anger in the victim because the abuser refuses to Give you a hard time about socialisaccept responsibility for creating the ing with your friends or family? problem. It also promotes and creates an increasingly angrier situation, beMake you socialise and keep up apcause the abuser resorts to even greater pearances when you don’t feel well? anger.

Seem to make sure that what you really want is exactly what you won’t The verbally abusive relationship is get? often riddled with jealousy. The abusers Tell you that you are too sensitive? are often needy persons and demand the full attention of their partners. They become angry when the partners devote time to their families, friends, hobbies, and so on.

Verbal abusers have little care for the welfare of their partners. If partners fall sick, the abusers are more concerned for themselves and who will now take care of them.

Trust is absent in such relationships.

The abuser does not know how to trust, and the victim has no basis for trust.

Dr Irene Matiatos has a very good list to check if one is in an abusive relationship. She advises that if you answer ‘yes’ to several of these you may need to give some thought to your relationship. Here is her list Does your partner Ignore your feelings?

Disrespect you?

Hurt you especially when you are down?

Seem energised by fighting, while fighting exhausts you?

Have unpredictable mood swings, alternating from good to bad for no apparent reason?

Present a wonderful face to the world and is well liked by outsiders?

(Continued in next issue) Jim O’Shea works as a counsellor from Furze, Thurles. Ph. 087 8211009 www.jimoshea.net .

JimO’Shea’s book ‘When a child dies. Footsteps of a Grieving Family’ is published by Veritas. The royalties from this book will go tosthe Children’s Hospital in Crumlin.