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The former inter-county footballer and All-Star is joining a host of well-known ex-GAA players, plus members of the public from all over Ireland, to cycle at least one stage of the 2011 An Post Rás tour of Ireland, which takes place from Sunday, May 22nd to Sunday, May 29th. The Race for Rás event is being held to raise funds for GOAL and The Irish Cancer Society.
GOAL and The Irish Cancer Society. The participants will set off each morning three hours before the official stage start in an attempt to stay well ahead of the professionals. After biking for an average distance of 156km, they hope to enjoy their own race to the finishing line. Other GAA stars who have confirmed their participation include Galway’s Ollie Canning, Kerry greats Ger Power and Seamus Moynihan, Ciaran Whelan from Dublin, ex-Kilkenny star DJ Carey, Cork’s Sean Og Ó hÁilpín and Brian Corcoran and Clare’s Tony Griffin.
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On Saturday, April 30th the legendary Wolfe Tones take the stage in what is surely going to be a night to remember. They have consistently been selling venues up and down the country for decades so this event is expected to sell out fast. Famed for
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Jumping from a plane for horses Young Borrisoleigh woman Lily Leon is planning to jump out of a plane from a height of 13,000 feet to raise funds for the Irish Horse Welfare Trust. The tandem skydive will be carried out under the supervision of Skydive Ireland. Lily's love of horses comes from being brought up around them at her family owned Timotrec Horse Riding Centre located at Rusheen, Borrisoleigh (see www.timotrec.com for more info). She needs to raise €1000 and is appealing for donations from anyone who knows her or who has a love of horses.
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The Source is a very flexible amenity to have in the heart of Thurles and it’s usefulness to the community should not be overlooked. It is a great place to go to for a fantastic night out, but it can also be used for a variety of other purposes. Why don’t you contact Artistic Director Claudia Woolgar on 0504 90340 and see if The Source can accommodate you?
St. Joseph's National School, Aglish Celebrates 50 Years St. Joseph's National School Aglish celebrates 50 yrs and is hosting a reunion for all past pupils and those associated with the school. Celebrations commence with Mass in Aglish church on Saturday May 28th at 6pm followed by a get-together in the school.
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Tipperary GAA Scene By Ger Ryan County PRO ELECTION OF LIAM O’NEILL ment. It required foresight, hard work and great loyalty from so AS UACHTARAN TOFA many people to make this ambitious project a reality. It is a fitCongratulations to Liam O’Neill ting tribute to the great John Doyle and it will add poignancy of Laois on his election unopto the occasion that his passing posed as President elect of the GAA at the Association’s recent occurred so recently. His name will never be forgotten wherever annual Congress in Mullingar. Liam is a former Chairman of the hurling people congregate but Leinster Council and is currently this centre will be a permanent reminder of the pride his own Chairman of the GAA’s Games Development Committee. A very parish took in his achievements. experienced and able official, Liam gave a very thoughtful and thought provoking acceptance NEW TIPPERARY JERSEY speech at Congress on his involvement with the GAA and the Following the launch of the new importance of his family and Tipperary jersey with the anclub in enabling him to make a nouncement of Skoda as the new contribution to the Association. sponsors of the Tipperary teams, The full text of his speech is the new jersey is now on sale at available on www.gaa.ie. the Tipperary GAA shop at Lar na Pairce in Thurles. OPENING OF JOHN DOYLE CENTRE IN HOLYCROSS TIPPERARY GAA STRATEGIC PLAN Holycross Ballycahill GAA club will host a senior hurling tournament on Sunday May 8 between Tipperary and Waterford to mark the official opening of the fantastic John Doyle Centre in St Michael's GAA Grounds. The fabulous centre, which includes four dressing rooms, referee, officials and board meeting rooms, catering suite, upper viewing area, gymnasium and sauna, handball/ hurlball alley, outdoor astro-turf hurling wall and a 1 km outdoor walkway, significantly enhances the clubs already impressive range of facilities and provides a whole new impetus to the emerging enthusiasm of camogie players and ladies football, alongside hurling and gaelic football. The game gets underway at 7pm with the official opening by GAA President Christy Cooney and blessing by Rev Fr Tom Breen taking place at 6.30pm. There is also a special evening for parishioners on Friday May 6 - the people who helped make the dream become a reality and who supported the many fundraising ventures over the last four years. Congratulations to the Holycross Ballycahill club on this very fine develop-
The final draft of the Tipperary GAA Strategic Plan for the development of the GAA in the county over the next 5 years was presented at the April County Board meeting. The plan will be launched officially in early June. A copy of the plan has been published on the Tipperary GAA website, www.tipperary.gaa.ie. Anybody wishing to comment on the plan should email County Secretary, Tim Floyd on secretary.tipperary@gaa.ie within the next 2 weeks. Thanks are due to all those who put so much work into the plan over the last 6 months and in particular to Denis Floyd, who co-ordinated the production of the final draft in recent months.
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Tipperary GAA Scene (Continued) of 6 and 13, to develop sporting skills irrespective of their skill level or ability and also to develop a sense of sporting fair play and personal achievement by participating in various Gaelic games, in a fun, non competitive environment. This year the VHI and GAA decided to lower the age that children could register to six years old as the skills picked up in the camps including healthy living, exercise, a respect for others and a sense of fair play can be accessed and applied by the youngest members of our communities across the country. The 2011 camps are expected to be extremely popular with huge demand already TIPPERARY SUPPORTERS coming through and parents are CLUB GOLF CLASSIC advised to book early to ensure they get a place at the camp of The annual Tipperary Supporters their choice. Online booking is now open at www.gaa.ie or Golf Classic to raise funds for www.vhiculcamps.gaa.ie. the training and preparation of the senior hurling team will take place at Co. Tipperary golf club, Dundrum on Thursday May 12th and Friday May 13th. Teams of LAUNCH OF THE IRISH DAILY STAR PRIMARY GO 4 cost €600 per team for golf GAMES 2011 and 4 course dinner. As usual there will be excellent prizes on offer. There are still some tee In schools throughout Munster, times remaining. Tee sponsorboys and girls are eagerly awaitships from €100 are also availing the advent of the Munster able. Please contact Supporters hurling and football ChampionClub Chairman, Jon Tierney at ships for it also heralds the start jpt@eircom.net or on 087 of the Primary Go Games series. 6821398 for further details. The Irish Daily Star Primary Go Games will once again follow the Go Games format. Championship day in Munster, hurling VHI GAA CÚL CAMPS 2011 or football, would not be complete without the exhibition Registration has opened for this games provided by boys and girls from the competing counyear’s VHI GAA Cúl Camps in which over 80,000 children from ties. Two games with eleven all round the country are expect- players per team, one for boys and one for girls will take place ed to participate this summer. on the day of each Munster SeWith over 1,000 camps taking nior Championship clash. Games place in Ireland and overseas, and over 80,000 children aged 6 will be played at half-time dur- 13 years participating, the VHI ing the senior match. This year's Irish Daily Star Primary Go GAA Cúl Camps are the most Games will see over 400 boys popular children's sporting camps in the country. This is the and girls from all the counties of sixth year of the massively pop- Munster line out in their county ular VHI GAA Cúl Camps. Now colours at Semple Stadium, Páirc Uí Chaoimh and other in its sixth year, the Vhi GAA venues throughout the province. Cúl Camps is a nationally coThe Irish Daily Star Primary Go ordinated programme which Games give sports-mad boys and aims to encourage primary school children between the ages girls the opportunity to wear from the concert will go towards the preparation of Tipperary County teams for this year’s hurling and football championships. Tickets cost €30 and are available from the Park Hotel (052-6188700) or the GAA Office Thurles (0504 22702). Seats are strictly limited so early booking is essential. Tommy Fleming is one of Ireland’s most popular entertainers so don’t miss this great opportunity to see him live and to support our hurlers and footballers for the season ahead
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Joleen Reilly with students of Thurles Education Centre
Thurles Education Centre On Wednesday the 13th of April three students from Thurles Education Centre received North Tipperary VEC awards for their educational achievements. Margaret McCarthy (Thurles) received an award in Art, Craft and Design. Helen Reilly (Clonmel) received an award for Personal Achievement and Ann Casey (Nenagh) received an award for Educational Achievement.
North Tipp VEC award winners Helen Reilly, Ann Casey, Margaret McCarthy
We would like to extend huge congratulations to Joleen Reilly (Littleton) who won the All Ireland atom weight kick boxing title against Megan Maher in Thurles’ Sarsfield Centre on the 16th of April. Joleen displayed a high level of skill on the night and a determination and energy that could not be beaten. We are sure we will see many more wins from her in the future.
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Pictured here are students from Thurles Education Centre who recently showcased their artistic talents in the exhibition “Le Cheile 2” in Tipperary Institute. The series of “Le Cheile” exhibitions are a joint venture organised by Thurles Edu-
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(Continued) their county jersey on Big Match Day, sharing the spotlight with their heroes on their "Field of Dreams" in front of huge crowds of supporters. Many children who made their inter-county debut in the Primary Game have gone on to greater things, representing their counties at underage and adult level and winning national and provincial titles. The launch of the 2011 The Irish Daily Star Sunday Primary Go Games takes place at Ballykisteen Hotel, Limerick Junction on Wednesday May 4 at 6 pm. Recently elected Uachtarán Tofa, Liam O Neill,
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County finals will take placed during May and clubs will be notified in the coming weeks about the Tipperary final. Thanks are due to Martin Donnelly for his continued sponsorship of the event. Brendan Cummins, who has won the competition 4 times, is the only Tipperary winner of the men’s competition. Donie Nealon, former Munster Council Secretary, is Chairman of the National Poc Fada Committee.
This year is the 50th anniversary of the first national Poc Fada competition organised by the GAA. The national Poc Fada finals will take place at its usual venue, Annaverna Mountain near Dundalk on Saturday July 30 and will include a men’s, ladies and under 16 boys final. The Munster finals for men and under 16 boys will take place at Thurels RaceTIPPERARY GAA SCENE course on Saturday July 9th.
Information concerning all areas in the GAA will appear in this section in the future. If you wish to include any item of interest in future articles, please contact the County Public Relations Officer Ger Ryan at 086-8149146 or via e-mail at pro.tipperary@gaa.ie on or before 3:00pm on Monday. Visit the Tipperary GAA web site at http://tipperary.gaa.ie to keep up to date with all the latest news in Tipperary GAA circles.
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Oxfam calling on the people of Tipperary to dust of their walking shoes Oxfam Ireland has launched TRAILTREKKER 2011, one of the world’s most ambitious team challenges involving a non-stop 100km or 50km trek through the MourneMountains to Carlingford. This walk is tough but whether you choose the 100km or the 50km trek the experience will be exhilarating. A unique feature of this year’s TRAILTREKKER is the introduction of the 50km trek. Choose your challenge and help change lives in developing countries.
Dr. Mark Hamilton, presenter of RTE’s Health of the Nation, has participated in TRAILTREKKER: “My team, How Long Will You Walk, completed the 100km trek. I would highly encourage anyone who enjoys personal and team challenges to take part in TRAILTREKKER – it is a truly unique and epic trek.”
Taking place on September 10th11th, the Oxfam TRAILTREKKER trail is a specially designed route that starts in Newcastle, Co. Down before traversing the MourneMountains, the Ring of Gullion and the CooleyPeninsula and finishing in the medieval village of Carlingford. This crossborder route encompasses some of Ireland’s most stunning landscapes and is steeped in Irish mythology.
Oxfam Ireland’s TRAILTREKKER is also part of a growing global phenomenon. There are now fifteen events in twelve different countries. Since TRAILTREKKER began in 1981 in Hong Kong, over 32,000 teams (128,000 individuals) have collectively walked over 11.5 million kilometres (the same distance as walking around the world 287 times!), becoming great ambassadors for Oxfam’s work and raising over €70 million.
TRAILTREKKER is now in its third year in Ireland and over the past two years it raised over
€700,000 towards Oxfam Ireland’s work, helping to make real and practical differences to the lives of people in the developing world. €700,000 is the equivalent of Oxfam Ireland’s entire livelihoods programme spend in Malawi and Uganda in 2010. These programmes include everything from supporting projects that increase agricultural production in sustainable ways, addressing the consequences of climate change, strengthening access to markets for small scale producers, espe-
cially women and working with people affected by HIV and Aids.
Oxfam Ireland’s Events Manager, Grace O’Neill says: “TRAILTREKKER will test your determination, stamina, dedication and camaraderie and anyone with a moderate level of fitness can train to take part. You’ll experience a massive sense of achievement, not only on a personal level but also as a team. Your trekking achievements will bring real change to some of the poorest communities in the world, as all the funds raised by TRAILTREKKER will enable Oxfam Ireland to carry out its work in east, central and southern Africa. Go on, choose your challenge and sign up today”.
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Mid Tipp Hillwalkers Kerry Challenge Enjoys Great Weather
Photograph shows Catherine Dwan, Holycross at the head of almost 30 climbers who ascended Carrauntoohil for their first time on the recent Kerry Charity Challenge in aid of visually impaired people. The climb was led by Winnie Flynn, John G O'Dwyer and Tom Lysaght. There was also excellent walking in great weather conditions on Hungry hill with Josephine Tobin, around Cummeengeera with Jim Finn, along the Kerry Way with Ray Creaney and beside the shores of Kenmare Bay with Jimmy Duggan. In total 112 walkers participated on the five walks and thereby raised bad-
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Tipperary Friends of Animals A few months ago, the Tipperary Friends of Animals opened up their first shop in Abbey Lane, Nenagh, at the back of the Hibernian Inn. People were extremely generous in supplying the shop with clothes, furniture, books, music, pictures, shoes, linen and nik-naks. The quality is very high and the prices are exceptionally reasonable, which is a blessing during this recession. After the care free days of the Celtic Tiger, every cent has come to be very precious and has to go very far. So if you are watching the pennies and looking for good quality and good value, pay a visit to the Tipperary Friends of Animals Shop in Abbey Lane and not only will you be scooping up great bargains, you will be helping a very worthy cause. They are open from Wednesdays to Saturday. With the recession hitting hard, people are very hard pressed to keep and feed their own animals and the Tipperary Friends of Animals are being asked to take on family pets as well as still trying
to save all the abandoned animals that are being found. To achieve this, money has to be raised and volunteers are constantly sought to help with fundraising. All that is asked is a couple of hours a year, small sacrifice to help alleviate the dreadful suffering of animals. To this end, there is a sponsored dog walk being held in Nenagh on 29th May, starting in Banba Square and around the Dark Road, a distance of about three miles. It is always a fun afternoon during which you meet like minded people and a wonderful array of dogs. Anyone interested in doing the Dog Walk, is asked to contact Linda on 086-8163707 for their Sponsored Dog Walk Card or can also collect one in the Sportsman’s Dream in Kenyon Street, Nenagh. It was Mahatma Gandhi that said, “The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated”.
Any One Can Be a Star, Paddy Casey at The Source The Source is delighted to announce that Paddy Casey will be making his first appearance at the Thurles venue on Friday 6th May. Famous for his great sing-along anthems like the smash hit Saints and Sinners, Paddy occupies a unique place on the Irish music scene. Sitting very happily in the singer/songwriter tradition that has blossomed in recent Ireland, Paddy has also enjoyed a popularity which seems to evade his contemporaries.
Things have gone from good to great recently for the former busker who supported U2 on their Vertigo tour and has had week long sold-out residencies at the Olympia in Dublin. America has started to open its doors following a sensational performance on The Late Show with David Letterman.
He is currently working on the follow up to his last Meteor Award winning album Addicted to Company (Part One). Paddy has a fantastic set planned mixing some of
his best known songs with exclusive sneak previews of some of his latest material. So this promises to be brilliant night of music.
Paddy Casey is at The Source Arts Centre on Friday 6th May at 8pm. Tickets €18 / €16 concession. For Bookings please call the Box Office on 0504 90204 or log on to www.thesourceartscentre.ie
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Crowds Enchanted at Virtuoso’s CD Launch Virtuoso Chamber Choir certainly “ Enchanted” their audience in the Marian Hall Birr on Saturday night. On entering the hall many people were shocked and amazed to see the transformation that the hall had undergone in preparation for the event with red hued uplighters creating a delightful ambiance and a twinkling fairy light back drop complimenting the stage.
night include their eerie arrangement of Sound of Silence which was much talked about by concert goers at the interval. Other favourites include a five part arrangement of Siúil a Riún and undoubtedly the emotional rendition of Danny Boy both of which feature on the album.
The choir thanked the many people who enabled them to make the night a great success in particular The choir processed up the centre Tommy Lyndon their MC and most importantly their families isle by candlelight, dressed in stunning full length gowns singing and friends who helped in preparing the hall and supported them in an uplifting version of Jubilate Deo in four part canon . Following every way to make the launch a huge success. this the girls sang various church songs rounding off the first secVirtuoso have one remaining tion with a John Rutter Piece – launch concert on Thursdat 28th The Lord Bless you and Keep April in The Church of Ireland, you. Church Road Roscrea at 8pm. Birr Choral society and Will Cul- The choirs album Enchanted is available in many shops in Birr lagh provided guest spots at the and in the surrounding areas – for concert and at times the choir were joined by local violinist Au- a list of shops visit www.virtuoso.ie drey Lynch who performed on their album. Highlights of the
Upcoming Events in Cloughjordan 1. Thursday, April 28th, The Methodist Hall, Cloughjordan, 7.30 to 9.30pm Public meeting: The Climate Crisis: What Next? The international negotiations on a global climate treaty seem to be making very little progress. After a review of the current situation and the reasons for it, the meeting will explore alternative proposals for dealing with the situation which do not simply involve restricting fossil fuel use. Speakers will include David Healy, a former ministerial policy adviser, Richard Douthwaite and Brian Davey of Feasta, and Gundula Azeez, a former policy adviser to the Soil Association. Admission: €5. Enquiries to info@feasta.org or to 086 364 2728.
2. Saturday, April 30th, The Methodist Hall, Cloughjordan, 6.30 - 9.00pm
Public meeting: What organic and low-input has to offer growers, their customers and the planet A joint event with Feasta, (the Foundation for the Economics of Sustainability) and IOFGA, the Irish Organic Farmers and Growers Association. Chaired by Dr. Sinead Neiland, Chairperson of IOFGA Speakers will include Gundula Azeez, a former policy adviser to the Soil Association, Martin Peck, who raises sheep organically in Wales, and Joe Condon, who raises cattle organically in South Tipperary, selling the beef direct to the public. The evening has been planned to suit people who are already farming organically or who are thinking of doing so. There will be plenty of opportunities for questions and discussion. Admission €10 (concessions available). Enquiries to info@feasta.org or to 086 364 2728
Hard-hitting play ‘Five Kinds of Silence’ at Nenagh Arts Centre this weekend Orchard Theatre Company are working in conjunction with ADAPT Services to help raise funds and improve the public’s awareness of the abuse that is around us every day. Through the play ‘Five Kinds of Silence’ which was written by Shelagh Stephenson; the Company bring a voice to an issue that is not openly spoken about in Ireland. The piece tours to Nenagh this Saturday the 30th of April.
‘Five Kinds of Silence’ asks the audience why would a man or woman torture their own children? The main character Billy controls his wife and two adult daughters to the extent that they can’t leave the room without asking permission. He runs his family as a personal fiefdom, and the women are there to service him and his madness. He is violent, disturbed but also tragic, sad, a lost soul. One day his family shoots him dead. The play shows us a distorted world of madness, control and despair through the eyes of dead Billy and those of his family struggling to understand reality outside their stifling tomb. Winner of the 1996 Writers’ Guild Award for the Best Original Radio Play and the 1997 Sony Award for Best Original Drama, ‘Five Kinds
of Silence’ is the story of a family where control has become the driving force, where everything has its place and there are only rules, duties and punishments. ADAPT has a range of services for women survivors of domestic abuse and their children. By attending the performance of ‘Five Kinds of Silence’ you will be helping ADAPT to provide some of the following services: safe emergency refuge accommodation, free phone helpline, court preparation & accompaniment, advocacy & accompaniment to services, training & development opportunities and childcare support. ’Five Kinds of Silence’ plays at 8 p.m. on Saturday April 30th in Nenagh Arts Centre Ticket from 067 34900 or online at www.nenagharts.com
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Skoda Sponsors Tipperary GAA Skoda has signed a three year sponsorship deal with Tipperary GAA that will see the car company invest €200,000 in the county each year. The sponsorship, which begins after the 2011 national leagues, covers both the hurling and football codes and includes all grades from minor to senior inter-county teams. As part of the agreement, a new look Tipperary jersey displaying the Sko-
da brand name was unveiled today. “An innovative and challenging car marquee, Skoda will bring a new dynamic to the promotion of Tipperary GAA both within and outside of the county,” said Barry O’Brien, Tipperary county board chairman. “The Skoda brand name will adorn all our county jerseys from minor to senior in both hurling and football.”
Beard of Zeus Win Buddy’s Got Talent A packed house witnessed a very exciting final of Buddy’s Got Talent last Friday night in Buddy’s Bar, Capparoe, which saw Borrisokane/Ballinderry band the Beard of Zeus crowned deserved overall winners. It was a thrilling final which saw 8 top class acts compete for the top prizes. First on stage was Michelle O Dwyer from Nenagh who got the event off to a high quality start with a great performance, accompanying herself on guitar. She was followed by Michael Lambe from Lorrha, who sang one of his own compositions and then finished with a great performance of Piano Man, accompanying himself on piano and harmonica. Next up was Greg Starr who gave his usual classy performance, starting with a beautiful rendition of Mr Bojangles and finishing with a rousing Nessun Dorma. Bringing the first half to a close was Bridget Maher from Roscrea. Bridget gave a lovely performance of Don’t It Make My Brown Eyes Blue and a rousing rendition of the jazz standard Too Darn Hot. The second half commenced with Cian Morris who started with a song of his own, Supernatural Cover Girl, followed by a cover. He was in excellent form and also well accompanied by Brian Richardson on guitar. Next up was Harmony, 4 young girls from the Nenagh area, who gave us something unique with an acapella rendition of 2 current chart songs. Their unique arrangements and super harmonies were impressive. Next was the Beard Of Zeus who gave us White Winter Hymnal by the Fleet Foxes, and their own very unique take on the Beach Boys’ Barbara Ann. Closing the competition was Mikey Finn who once again gave an intimate and heartfelt performance of his two songs, accompanying himself on guitar.
The judges (Noel Ryan, Veronica Crowley, Andrew Walsh) retired to mark their sheets, and the audience filled in their voting cards, and we all waited with anticipation. Then came the moment, and the result was announced; in 3rd place and receiving €200 cash was Harmony. Second place went to Cian Morris, who received €300, and the winners who received €1000 cash and recording time in Earth Recording Studios, Nenagh, was The Beard Of Zeus. It would have been difficult for anyone to argue with the results, as any of the other acts could also have featured in the top 3, such was the standard. All 8 acts deserve great credit; they gave very professional and entertaining performances and can be proud of their achievement. Certainly Harmony could have a bright future, particularly if they stay together and vary their programme as they progress with their music. Cian Morris is already well known in North Tipp and is easily as good as anything we have seen on the All Ireland Talent Show; let’s hope he gets a break in the near future. The Beard of Zeus has to be one of the freshest and most entertaining bands around this area, with their unique take on every song they do. The simple mix of acoustic guitar, bass, and banjo works really well, but all 3 of them can sing and their harmonies are impressive. They also have the knack of choosing music that works for them and adding their own touch to it. We all look forward to the launch night of their CD which hopefully they will make as part of their prize. On behalf of the judges, Noel Ryan paid tribute to all the contestants, and thanked Joe Mulqueen for having the initiative to stage the competition and give up and coming talent this opportunity. It was a great success and best of luck to the winners, and all who took part.
White Gypsy Ruby Irish Red Ale Brewed in Templemore Irish red ale, red ale, or Irish ale gains its slightly reddish colour from the use of a small amount of roasted barley. The term red ale or red beer is used by brewers in countries other than Ireland; however the name Irish Red is typically used when roasted material is used. In the United States, the name can describe a darker amber ale, and some breweries may produce a “red” beer that is a lager with caramel colouring. Cuilan Loughnane is a native of Templemore who took up an interest in brewing while working in Vancouver in Canada during the 90’s. Cuilan came back to Ireland in 1997 and started a job as a brewing assistant in Dwan’s brewery in Thurles under English brew master David Jones. When Jones moved onto a brewery in Sweden, Cuilan took up the running of Dwan’s brewery. In 2001 Cuilan and his wife Sally set up the Shelta Beer Co. Ltd and obtained a lease from Bill Dwan for the brewery in Thurles.
task of moving a brewery and re-commissioning it was undertaken. Finally after 6 months the brewery was ready to go and duly open in August 2009. Initially contract work was undertaken to get the brewery up and running. However, Cuilan’s ambition has always been to brew a beer which would be widely available in the local area. Since the demise of Perry’s in Rathdowney in 1966 there has been no local ale available throughout North Tipperary. With this in mind the White Gypsy Brewery are now launching “Ruby” Irish red ale with the focus very much on brewing a good flavoursome beer.
Ruby Irish Red Ale started life in Dwan’s brewery in 1997 under the name Rich Ruby. It was a recipe created by the then Brew Master David Jones. In 1998 it won a gold medal at the Stockholm Beer and Whiskey festival. In 2000, the beer was entered into the International Industry Awards held in London, and won a Bronze Medal. The recipe was Over the next 3 years they ran a slightly tweaked to put a better very successful export business balance on the final flavour and and won many awards for their the beer went on to win 3 gold beers. In 2004 the Dwan busiand 2 bronze medals at beer festiness was sold and Cuilan moved vals in the UK over the following to Messr’s Maguire’s in Dublin 3 years. Cuilan then began city centre where he ran the working for Messr’s Maguire’s brewing operation until 2009. in Dublin and the beer disapAn opportunity then arose to pur- peared off the market for the next chase the Kinsale brewery which 5 years. But now finally it’s behad ceased operating. A suitable ing brewed again in Templemore premise’s was located in Temand available for the first time plemore, the brewing equipment throughout North Tipperary. For was purchased and the arduous more info. Phone 086 1724520
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“Moycarkey Coolcroo A.C. athletes who took part in Leevale Open Sports in CIT, Cork on Saturday 16th April winning 19 trophies between them in U/9 to U/13 events.
Moycarkey Coolcroo A.C. A number of Club athletes travelled to St. Senan’s Open Sports in Kilmacow, Co. Waterford & St. Laurence O’Toole Open Sports in Carlow on Monday last with great success. At St. Senan’s Open Sports Sean Mockler won gold in the Boys U/12 Shot Putt with Oran Mulhall winning bronze while Sean’s sister Ciara won bronze in the Girls U/15 Shot Putt. At St. Laurence O’Toole A.C. Open Sports the Ryan family won 10 medals between them with Daniel winning gold in the High Jump, silver in the Shot & 80m & bronze in the Long Jump in the Boys U/13, David winning gold in Boys U/12 Long Jump & Silver in the 80m, Jack winning bronze in the Boys U/11 80m & silver in the Boys U/12 Long Jump & Dillon winning gold in the Boys U/9 60m & bronze in the Boys U/10 300m. Congratulations & well done to all who represented the Club so well on the day. A very successful Parish Family Sports Day took place on Easter
Monday, 25th April in Littleton GAA Field. Events ranged from Tiny Tots & Children with Special Needs to U/16 & a great day of athletic fun & entertainment was enjoyed by all who attended. Our thanks to all who helped out on the day & to all the families who came to take part. Full results can be found on our website at www.moycarkeycoolcrooac.com. Good luck to the following athletes who are taking part in the Munster Juvenile Pentathlons in CIT, Cork on Saturday next, 30th April:U/11 – Jack Ryan U/12 – David Ryan, Jack Fallon & Sean Mockler U/13 – Daniel Ryan Each age group takes part in 4 or 5 different events with points awarded for their placing in each event. The athlete with the most points wins gold etc. U/11 athletes will take part in the 60m, 600m, Long Jump & Ball Throw while U/12 athletes take part in 60m, 600m, Long Jump, High Jump & Shot Putt & U/13 athletes compete in
Hurdles, 800m, High Jump, Long Jump & Shot Putt.
take place on Thursday 12th May in the Community Field, Two Mile Borris (beside Scoil Mochaomhog Good luck also to our Senior athNaofa) at 7pm sharp. Events will letes, Michael Mockler, Jim Ryan range from U/8 to U/16 & all chil& Joe Moloney who are taking part dren must reside on the parish & be in the Munster Masters Track & under the specified age as of 31st Field Championships on the same July 2011 (ie an U/8 athlete cannot day & at the same venue. be 8 on or before 31st July 2011). Day 1 of the County Outdoor Training for the Outdoor Season Track & Field Championships continues every Monday evening takes place in Templemore Track from 7.45pm to 8.45pm & every st on Sunday next, 1 May commencThursday evening from 7.30pm to ing at 11.30am. Details of all en8.30pm in Templemore Track. tries are posted on our website at Cost is €2.00 per athlete. New www.moycarkeycoolcrooac.com. members & help are always welAll athletes must wear their Club come. singlets & maximum length of spikes permitted on the track are For all latest Club news, upcoming 5mm. Good luck to all our athletes events & photos log onto our webwho are taking part on the day. site at Day 2 & Day 3 of the Outdoor www.moycarkeycoolcrooac.com & Championships take place in Temmylocalnews.ie where results & plemore on Saturday 7th & Sunday newspaper reports for the follow8th May. Entries for these days are ing week are usually posted on also on our website. Sunday night/Monday morning. Moycarkey Borris Community Games Area Athletic Finals will
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Tipperary County Athletics News Upcoming Juvenile fixtures are as follows:-
Sat 18th June – Munster U/14 to U/19 Track & Field Championships in Castleisland, Co. Kerry. Sat 30th April – Munster Juvenile Sun 19th June – Munster U/14 to Multi Events Championships in CIT. U/19 Track & Field Championships Good luck to all our athletes who in Castleisland, Co. Kerry. will be taking part. Sat 25th June – AAI Juvenile Team Sun 1st May – County Outdoor JuGames for U/9 to U/11 in Templemvenile Championships for U/9 to ore. U/12 athletes in Templemore Track Sun 26th June – County Tipperary at 11.30am. Community Games Athletic Finals All athletes confined to their own in Templemore at 12 noon. age group categories in individual Sat 9th July & Sun 10th July – AAI events. All Relays & 600m races Juvenile Track & Field Championwill be on time only. In Relay Racships in Tullamore. es, athletes may move up one age group only. See further information Sat 16th July – Schools Internationbelow. al Track & Field Championships in th Wales. Wed 4 May – East Munster Secondary Schools Girls Track & Field Sun 17th July – Munster Juvenile Championships. “B” Track & Field Championships in Templemore. Sat 7th May & Sun 8th May – County Outdoor U/12 to Junior Sat 30th & Sun 31st July – AAI Track & Field Championships in Combined Events in Tullamore. Templemore Track at 11.30am on both days. Entry forms & all details Below are some important notes in of the 3 days of the forthcoming relation to our upcoming County County Outdoor Championship have Outdoor Track & Field Championnow been sent to all Clubs & posted ships:on our website at www.tipperaryathetics. Hurdles for All athletes must be regisall ages from U.13 upwards. Athtered with the AAI through their letes U.13 must compete in own age. Club. Athletes U.14 upwards may move All athletes must be under up one age group e.g. U.14 may age for the entire year ending 31st compete U.15, U.16 competes U.17 December, 2011. etc. All races on the 200m track will The choice of footwear is be on time only, middle distance & optional, maximum length of spikes Relays. In Relay Races, athletes may allowed is 5mm. move up two age groups (i.e. Under Athletes must wear their 11, 12 and 13 may be on the under Club singlets. 13 team except where a club has en- The rules of Templemore tered more than one team in any age Track must be obeyed at all times by group may only move up one age Officials and Supporters. group). See further information beThe County Championlow. ship for U9 to U12 will be run as Wed 11th May – East Munster Sec- individual events. Remember Munondary Schools Boys Track & Field ster Entries for U.9, U10, U11 will have to be a 2 x 2 entry from each Championships. Club, these entries will be selected st Sat 21 May – Munster Secondary from the qualifications of the athSchools Track & Field Championletes from our championship. ships in CIT. All sprint heats will be Sat 28th May – County Juvenile “B” timed. It would be helpful if Clubs Track & Field Championships in would inform us who their seeded Templemore at 1pm. athletes are. All middle distance races Sat 4th June – Irish Schools Track in these age groups will be run on & Field Championships in Tullamtime only. ore. All U11 & U12 Athletes th must jump from board in Long Jump Sat 11 June – Munster U/9 to for County and Munster ChampionU/11 Team Games & U/12 & U/13 ships. Track & Field Championships in Any Club that does not Ennis Track. wish for their athletes to compete in th Sun 12 June – Munster U/9 to the Munster Championship, please U/11 Team Games & U/12 & U/13 inform our County Secretary, Emby Track & Field Championships in Walsh. Ennis Track.
Tipperary GAA Inter-County Fixtures Upcoming fixtures for the Tipperary Senior hurlers include:Please note that the venue for these games are in (brackets) * May 8th @ 7:00pm vs. Waterford (Holycross) - 2011 Senior Hurling Challenge * May 15th @ 7:00pm vs. Dublin (Athy) - 2011 Senior Hurling Challenge * May 29th @ 4:00pm vs. Cork (Semple Stadium Thurles) - 2011 Munster Senior Hurling Championship * June 19th @ 4:00pm vs. Clare - 2011 Munster Senior Hurling Championship Semi-Final (if Tipperary defeat Cork) * July 10th @ 4:00pm - 2011 Munster Senior Hurling Championship Final (if Tipperary qualify) Upcoming fixtures for the Tipperary Senior footballers include:-
* May 22nd @ 3:30pm vs. Kerry (Fitzgerald Stadium Killarney) - 2011 Munster Senior Football Championship Upcoming fixtures for the Tipperary Underage teams include:* May 18th @ 7:00pm vs. Kerry (Semple Stadium Thurles) 2011 Munster GAA Football Minor Championship Semi-Final * May 22nd @ 1:30pm vs. Kerry (Fitzgerald Stadium Killarney) - 2011 Munster Junior Football Championship * May 29th @ 1:45pm vs. Cork (Semple Stadium Thurles) - 2011 Munster Intermediate Hurling Championship * June 1st @ 7:30pm vs. Waterford - 2011 Bord Gais Energy Munster GAA Hurling U21 Championship * June 19th @ 1:45pm vs. Clare - 2011 Munster Intermediate Hurling Championship Semi-Final (if Tipperary defeat Cork)
Carrick Roadrunners Butlerstown 10k The Butlerstown 10k road race on Friday last saw a field of 252 runners take on the three-lap challenge in ideal running conditions.The men's event was won by Pat Hogan (Ferrybank) while the in-form Angela McCann (Clonmel) took the honours in the ladies' race.There was a strong Carrick Roadrunners presence and our first athlete to finish was David Waters in sixth place (36:25).Tommy Falconer (36:27) and Patrick Roche (37:27) were close behind in 10th and 17th positions respectively.Our other finishers in the men's race were David Foley (40:00), Michael O' Connell (41:02), Seamus Ward (41:21), RaymondBurke (42:37), Gordon Collins (44:14), Paul O' Donnell (48:21) and Sean O' Donovan (50:48). In the Ladies' race Claire Annan (42:07) put in another very good performance to be the fifth woman over the line.Our next finisher was Teresa Cunningham (46:58). Geraldine Houlihan (48:17), Ann Cronin (49:18), Aisling Skerritt (51:01) and
Sandra O' Neill (55:48) also enjoyed good runs.Well done to all our runners. Prestige Lighting Fit-for-Life The Prestige Lighting-sponsored Fit-for-Life programme continues every Tuesday evening from Kildalton College,Piltown at 7pm.Runners have been taking advantage of the good weather to prepare for the upcoming series of races organised by our own club or simply to get fit.All are welcome to meet 'n train any Tuesday. Fixtures Fri. 29th April : JohnJoe Barry 5km Road Race, The Commons, 7pm Tues. 3rd May : Prestige Lighting Fit-for-Life,Kildalton College, Piltown, 7pm Sat. 7th May : Waterford-Tramore 7.5mile Road Race,7pm Sun. 8th May : Clonmel 10km Road Race,2pm Fri. 13th May : Tom Jordan Memorial 5mile Road Race,Portlaw,7pm
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Nenagh Mayor urges Economic War against banks and Government At the 1916 Commemoration on Easter Sunday in Nenagh, Mayor Seamie Morris, Sinn Fein Councillor, urged citizens to wage an economic war. Below is full transcript of his speech policies on lending huge amounts of money into the Irish Economy which drove the disastrous policies that led to the greed and corruption to the benefit of the Elite who have We are here today to commemorate the heroes of 1916 and the war now parked their debts in N.A.MA or those that are being told they of independence and those that cant cut their own turf or those that gave their lives in the fight for inwill see their daily postal deliveries dependence from British rule in disappear. The ordinary Irish peoIreland. This is the 95th Anniversa- ple and small businesses are being ry of the Easter rising. 1916 saw forced to pick up the tab for these the coming together of nationalist’s elite Bankers Solicitors and Alpha republican’s language activists male developers. trade unionists and the women’s The previous Government waved movement in the cause of Irish the white flag of surrender and freedom. Today we need to build handed over sovereignty won by the same alliances in the cause of a the people we commemorate here united Ireland. There has never to the IMF/EU/ECB without a shot been such a need for Republican fired and our new Government politics. The big questions of sovhave meekly and happily taken ereignty of people’s rights of citiover where FF and the Lowryites zenship are more relevant today left off by taking their orders from than they have been for many Frankfurt as opposed to the people years. that elected them. It is time to fight back against those that have betrayed the men and women who sacrificed themselves for this nation in 1916
Our political elite have time and time again acted against the interests of the Irish People. They have refused to take the democratic wishes of the people when we said no to the Nice and Lisbon treaties when at the insistence of their political masters in Europe we were threatened with Armageddon and forced to vote again. The electorate of Ireland have always had a healthy distrust of the whole European project and that is justified. European regulations are now having disastrous effects on people here in North Tipperary whether it is those that face financial ruin because of European Central Bank
We have had three reports into our banking Armageddon and not one person languishes is jail despite the incredible suffering that they inflicted on the innocent people of Ireland who are suffering because of their greedy actions. The same people run our banks the same bonuses are being paid and the same banking policies will take place as long as banks remain in private hands. They need to be fully nationalised and run on behalf of the people and the guilty bankers need to be prosecuted with their ill gotten gains stripped from them. Believe me if we allow FG/Labour to administer the pain that has been
set out for us in the IMF/ECB deal this country will collapse financially. We as a people need to start an Economic war against those that are misusing our taxes. We need to consider withholding our mortgage payments in solidarity of those that are being squeezed by financial institutions we need to encourage tax avoidance ( something I would never have considered encouraging before ) We need these things because people are suffering unjustly at the hands of Bank bullies and State bullies that are hounding people over debts with late night phone calls and threatening letters while the people that caused the economic collapse of this country get away scot free and the taxpayers are hounded into picking up the tab. The only thing that with concentrate the minds of the Government is the people coming together and refusing to pay taxes while the money is being handed over to the IMF/ECB to pay back the moneylenders of Europe. I would also encourage people to help out the protesters in Corrib Mayo who are trying to hold of the robbery of our Gas and Oil reserves which have the potential to help the people of this country build Hospitals and Schools and much revenue for our local councils. This is the frontline for the fight against economic treason inflicted on us by corrupt politicians.
Next month we have the visit of The Queen of England to Cashel invited by a council who used the unfortunate sickness of their Sinn
Fein Mayor to sneak through an invitation to the representative of a country who have inflicted terrible pain on their near neighbour. It would probably have been above the intelligence of the councillors to actually research the reason to the last visit of a British monarch to their town. Henry 11 came to Cashel in 1172 to effectively lay claim to Ireland which actually caused so much hardship on the Irish people over the following centuries trying to rid ourselves of their interference. So downtrodden have our political leaders become that we are willing to hand away our dignity in pursuit of a few extra euro in supposed extra tourist revenue. I feel that we would get far more respect and dignity if we grew as a nation a pair and actually took on the people that have inflicted so much pain on this proud country whether that be the IMF/ECB the Political elite, Shell or protesting against a monarch who represents both the political elite and interfering neighbours. The time for the Irish people to rise up has come around again lets honour the men and women of 1916 by taking on the political elite. Thank you
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We the Citizens Independent initiative to help renew trust in public life We the Citizens, an independent national initiative aimed at showing how Ireland could benefit from citizens coming together in new forms of public decision-making, has been launched in Dublin. The objective is to help to renew democracy and to contribute towards the restoration of trust in public life, at this time of social and economic crisis in Ireland. The Chairman of We the Citizens, Fiach Mc Conghail, who is Director of the Abbey Theatre, told the launch that a national citizens’ assembly would be held in June to consider proposals on making the political institutions of the State better suited to serving citizens. The agenda of the assembly will be decided by seven citizen-led events around the country and by a nationwide poll, conducted by an independent polling company. 150 people, representing a cross-section of Irish society and who took part in the poll, would be invited to participate at the assembly. “All the political parties in the Oireachtas have made significant promises to lead and implement political reform and what ‘We the Citizens’ will promise to do is twofold,” said Mr Mac Conghail.
‘We the Citizens’ Executive Director, Caroline Erskine, said that the initiative was timely. “The depth of this crisis has brought with it a great opportunity to start afresh. To restructure. There is a mood for public mobilisation. People are ready to get involved in constructive, citizen-led action. To speak up for what’s important to them, to speak up for Ireland,” she said. “ We the Citizens plan to show some practical and productive ways of doing that.” The Professor of Politics in UCD, David Farrell, will lead a comprehensive academic study of the process and the outcomes. His research colleagues are Dr Jane Suiter of UCC, Dr Eoin O’Malley of DCU and Dr Elaine Byrne of TCD. There will also be a high-level international advisory board of academics with experience of best practice in relation to citizens’ assemblies in other countries. Professor Farrell told the launch that citizens’ assemblies have been used successfully in other countries. “They are a new and innovative way of allowing citizens to be actively involved in taking important decisions that affect our daily lives. Citizens are given the opportunity to be informed, to consider and debate all side of an argument: they are able then to take decisions on what are often quite complex issues,” he said. “Citizens’ assemblies are a tried and tested method of giving citizens the opportunity to engage directly in important decisions about their own political system.” “I have some personal experience of this, having participated as an expert witness to a number of them (in British Columbia, Ontario and the Netherlands), and I’m delighted that we have the opportunity to demonstrate how this method can also work here”, added Professor Farrell.
“We will maintain the pressure on our politicians to change the way we are governed in this Republic. We will also show that a bottom-up approach can support a better and more productive citizen engagement in creating public policy,” said Mr Mac Conghail. “Before the Dáil breaks for the summer we will demonstrate to the government and all the political parties that this is a proven way to reconnect Irish citizens to politics to the benefit of the country as a whole.” The Chairperson announced that the citizens’ events leading up to the national assembly would take place during May and June in Kilkenny, Cork, Galway, Athlone, Letterkenny and Dublin. We the Citizens would be organising the events but not setting the agenda for them. The discussion would be highly-participatory and led by the citizens themselves.
We the Citizens is being steered by a Board of people who have distinguished themselves as Irish citizens across the private, public and NGO sectors and who are giving their time and expertise, entirely pro bono. We the Citizens is being organised in association with the Irish Universities Association the representative body for the seven Irish universities. IUA Chief Executive, Ned Costello, said that the Association was glad to give its endorsement and support for the initiative. “This is an important contribution to national debate on the future of our political system and processes. The joint involvement of academia and society in that dialogue underlines the value which the universities place on community engagement”, he said. We the Citizens is funded by the Atlantic Philanthropies.
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Tipperary Fire Officers To Attend Annual Industry Conference Tipperary’s two Chief Fire Officers will join colleagues and industry experts from across Ireland and Europe at the 54th annual Chief Fire Officers Association Conference which will be held in Adare, County Limerick on 4-5 May 2011. The theme of the conference is “Adapting to Uncertain Times – Future Challenges for the Fire And Rescue Service”. Among the topics to be discussed will be the impact of man-made and natural disasters on the Fire Service, reorganisation within the Fire Service, achieving excellence in the Fire Service, development of Fire Cover, a national perspective on planning for change, Business Continuity Management, and Fire Safety in the Community. The Conference keynote speaker is Goran Schnell of the Swedish Fire Service who will be exploring the future challenges for tomorrow’s Fire Service. Other speakers scheduled to address the two-day conference include Peter Craig, Chief Fire Officer, Northern Ireland Fire & Rescue Service; Peter Holland, President of the UK Chief Fire Officers’ Association; and Sean Hogan, Director, National Directorate for Fire and Emergency Management. Tadhg O'Driscoll, CFOA ViceChairman and Tipperary South Chief Fire Officer said that Fire Service personnel will use this year’s Conference as an opportunity to focus on the changing environment in which the Service presently operates. He added: “The forthcoming conference will feature expert speakers within the Emergency
Services Sector and the Fire Technology/Industry from Ireland, Sweden, Belgium, Denmark, Switzerland and the UK who with their experience, knowledge and wisdom in different aspects of the Fire Service will attempt to provide innovative thoughts and ideas about how the service can achieve such success in the current challenging operating environment. The Conference will also provide a forum for those employed in the public sector and those engaged in private practice to come together to discuss topical issues.”. “The ability of the Fire Service to adapt to these challenging times is testament to the commitment and excellence of those who work in the service”, Mr. O’Driscoll explained. The annual showcase event for Ireland’s Fire and Emergency Services sector will also feature a Fire Industry and Technology Exhibition. According to Dave Carroll, Tipperary North Chief Fire Officer and CFOA Treasurer: “The Exhibition presents an ideal opportunity for representatives from the manufacturing and trade sector involved in supplying emergency products to meet, network and exchange information with representatives and colleagues from the private and public sector in a convivial and professional environment.” The CFOA comprises the Chief Fire Officers of all Local Authorities in Ireland. The Association is also a member of the Federation of European Fire officers Associations and attends their twice yearly meetings. For more visit www.cfoa.net.
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Whats On at Tipperary Excel Caruso & the Quake 6th May 2011
Noggin Theatre Co. present
Fruitcake 17th May 2011
Enrico Caruso (1873 - 1921) was an italian opera singer and one of the best known public figures at the beginning of the 20th Century. He was the best selling artist of his time. In April 1906 he launched a new season at the San Francisco Opera that brought the house down with his performance as Don Jose in Carmen. The next morning, the whole city collapsed..... Caruso & the Quake chronicles the italian Tenor's escape from the Great San Francisco Earthquake of 1906, combining beautiful story telling with live opera from Puccini and Rossini and features favourites like 'O sole mio'. Admission: €16 & €12
As part of the Bealtaine 2011 celebrations and sponsored by the South Tipperary Arts Office, Fruitcake, written by Alice Barry, starts off as a cookery demonstration but is in fact an account of one woman’s life and how each ingredient reminds her of past memories and decisions made which ultimately changed the course of her life. Even though some lessons came late she now lives a fruitful, productive life because of this. Funny and poignant, this play has something for everyone. Admission: Free of Charge Advance booking is required
Desiderata Go placidly amid the noise and haste, And remember what peace there may be in silence. As far as possible without surrender be on good terms with all persons. Speak your truth quietly & clearly; and listen to others, even the dull & ignorant; they too have their story. Avoid loud & aggressive persons, they are vexations to the spirit. If you compare yourself with others, you may become vain & bitter; for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself. Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans. Keep interested in your own career, however humble; it is a real possession in the changing future of time. Exercise caution in your business affairs; for the world is full of trickery. But let this not blind you to what virtue there is; many persons strive for high ideals; and everywhere life is full of heroism. Be yourself. Especially, do not feign affection. Neither be cynical about love;
for in the face of all aridity & disenchantment it is perennial as the grass. Take kindly the counsel of the years, gracefully surrendering the things of youth. Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune. But do not distress yourself with imaginings. Many fears are born of fatigue & loneliness. Beyond wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself. You are a child of the universe, no less than the trees & the stars; you have a right to be here. And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should. Therefore be at peace with God, whatever you conceive Him to be, and whatever your labours & aspirations, in the noisy confusion of life keep peace with your soul. With all its sham, drudgery & broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world. Be cheerful. Strive to be happy.
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Score For Tourism! Tourism Ireland To Capitalise On UEFA Europa League Final Fans of two of Europe’s top soccer teams are set to descend on Dublin on 18 May, when the city’s Aviva Stadium plays host to the 2011 UEFA Europa League final. With huge exposure through the media in Europe and elsewhere around the world – an estimated 40 million football fans tuned in to last year’s final in Hamburg – this high profile game provides Tourism Ireland with a fantastic opportunity to highlight the island of Ireland as a wonderful holiday destination, as well as a top location for sporting events. Tourism Ireland has put in place a busy promotional programme, in advance of 18 May, to capitalise on the tourism potential the game offers, targeting football fans in tourism markets around Europe – including Britain, Germany, France, Spain, Portugal and the Netherlands. Activity includes a major social media campaign through Facebook, targeting Tourism Ireland’s 150,000 fans across Europe; it features a fantastic competition to win a trip to Dublin, including tickets to the UEFA Europa League final, as well as regular posts and mini-blogs about Dublin and the game. An eNewsletter, highlighting the game and the competition, will be distributed to the Tourism Ireland database of more than 400,000 subscribers across Europe. With up to 30,000 football fans expected to travel here for the game, a specially created web page on discoverireland.com will encourage them to extend their visit, with plenty of suggestions and ideas for
things to do and see in and around Dublin. And for the visiting international journalists, a Tourism Ireland factsheet on Dublin will help them find their way around the city. Also, film footage of Dublin and Ireland will be provided to accredited media for their stories before or during the game. Commenting on the importance of large sporting events like the UEFA Europa League final, Niall Gibbons, chief executive of Tourism Ireland, said: “Sports-related tourism has emerged as a very significant element of the global travel business in recent years – a multimillion euro market with a huge potential for countries who position themselves correctly. Previous high profile soccer events, such as the visit to Dublin of Real Madrid in 2009 and Villarreal in 2010, have provided Tourism Ireland with a wonderful opportunity to highlight Ireland. The UEFA Europa League Final is another ‘hook’ for us to leverage, helping us to reach a wide audience of potential holidaymakers in key markets across Europe and putting Dublin and Ireland in the spotlight. “As well as the millions of people everywhere who will watch the match on TV, up to 30,000 football fans are expected to travel to Dublin, to see their football heroes in the flesh, delivering significant economic benefits to Dublin and Ireland. A large media contingent will also travel here to cover the game, which will help to showcase Dublin and Ireland in a very positive way to a TV audience of an estimated 40 million people.”
Fit the Bill.ie – Ireland’s first free supermarket price comparison website Fit the Bill.ie (www.fitthebill.ie) has, recently, become the only free Irish supermarket price comparison website. Fit the Bill.ie conducts weekly price surveys of six of the main supermarket chains showing consumers where the best value for money can be found. Previously a subscription service, the website is now entirely free to use for everyone who is interested in making real savings on their groceries every week. Gregor Toohey, the man behind Fit the Bill.ie, says that the thing
consumers need to remember is that “it all depends on what you like to buy; just because a supermarket claims to be cheapest on average doesn’t mean it will be cheapest for your shopping list”. With over 1000 prices checked each week, users of Fit the Bill.ie can compare supermarkets by category or can save their own shopping list and check back every week to see where to find the best value.
Tickets on Sale for The Adventure Weekend Ireland’s First Three-Day Action Playground Event * Experiential three-day action adventure event taking place in the RDS from 20th- 22nd May 2011 * Offers people the opportunity to try for themselves top adventure activities such as zip lining, zorbing, rage buggies, water walkers and more all in the RDS * Tickets priced €15 available now through Ticketmaster.ie
Tickets are now on sale for The Adventure Weekend, Ireland’s first ever threeday adventure event, which takes place in the RDS from Friday, 20th May to Sunday, 22ndMay, and will showcase the very best of what Ireland has to offer in outdoor and adventure activities. Event organisers, Catapult Ltd, promise this will be an event with a difference as they transform the RDS into a giant adventure playground, boasting the most impressive interactive zone this venue has ever seen, including a vertical wind tunnel, zorbing, paint balling, rage buggies and much more. For those who want to see how the pros do it, there will be a demo zone where Ireland’s top adventure experts will showcase their skateboard, BMX, free running, mountain biking and inline skating skills.
If attendees want to find out more about what makes an adrenaline junkie tick, then The Outsider Think Tank area will provide them with an opportunity to hear from adventure industry professionals who will delight and inspire as they impart their expert knowledge and answer some burning adventure questions. With coast lines unparalleled in beauty and natural amenities, Ireland is now a world class destination for kite boarding, mountain biking, surfing, hang gliding, hiking and equestrian holidays. The Adventure Weekend will help remind you about all of the adventure opportunities available on your doorstep and re-invent how you, your friends and family spend your free time. Putting Ireland on the map for all the right reasons, the event will showcase the country as a sterling adventure destination and all-round awesome place to get your adventure on. At The Adventure Weekend you don’t just observe, you participate! Tickets €15.00. Discounts available for students, OAPs and families. For more information check out www.theadventureweekend.ie. Tickets on sale now through Ticketmaster.ie.
Programme Announced for Clancy Brothers Music and Arts Festival 2011 Features Paul Brady, Mundy and Paddy Casey
The programme for the fourth annual Clancy Brothers Music and Arts Festival 2011 was announced today (Monday, 25) in CarrickOn-Suir, Co. Tipperary with Paul Brady, Mundy and Paddy Casey topping the bill for the Festival which will take place in the riverside town from June 2 to 5.
will take place at Kickham Street with Face Painting, Stilt Walkers, Street Entertainers, Art workshops, Music and Dancing all on the bill.
The festival honours the musical legacy of the influential Irish Folk music group of the 1960’s ‘The Clancy Brothers’ whose hometown was Carrick-On-Suir in Tipperary; credited with popularising Irish traditional music in the United States the brothers recorded dozens of albums together as ‘The Clancy Brothers and Tommy Makem’. They were a primary influence on a young Bob Dylan and on many other emerging artists and their legacy is celebrated at their hometown annual festival.
On Sunday, June 5 a River Walk from Carrick-on-Suir to Dovehill will take place at 9am and includes breakfast. A festival in the hometown of the world famous cyclist Sean Kelly wouldn’t be complete without a cycling element and the ‘Carrick Wheelers Challenge Sportive’ will take place on Sunday, June 5 and is sure to be one of the toughest cycling events ever held in Ireland. Family fun Sunday is an action packed ‘Free Family Fun and River Festival’ taking place at Sean Healy Park in Carrick-on-Suir from 2pm.
The festival programme features a variety of Music Concerts, Workshops, Drama, Free Family Fun, Sporting Events and an Art Trail for all ages and tastes. The Art Trail featuring over 100 artists and photographers commences on Friday, June 3 at venues throughout the town culminating in an exclusive exhibition ‘River Suir Inspired’ at Ormonde Castle in Carrick-on-Suir; the trail and exhibition will run throughout the festival weekend.
The Clancy Brothers Music and Arts Festival will close with an intimate evening concert with Paul Brady at The Strand Theatre at 8pm on Sunday, June 5.
Opening the festival on Thursday, June 2 is Mary Clancy; Mary will host an evening concert at The Brewery Lane Theatre at 8pm entitled “from Carnegie to Carrick with the Clancy Brothers” including a ‘Friends of Brewery Lane Variety Concert’
On Friday and Saturday June 3 and 4, ‘Lunchtime Theatre’ will take place at The Brewery Lane Theatre at 1pm. A ‘Friends of Brewery Lane Variety Concert’ will take place at the same venue at 8pm on Sunday evening June 5.
A highlight of the festival programme is ‘Rock on the Suir’ an open-air concert which will take place in the town on Saturday, June 4 from 4pm featuring Mundy, Paddy Casey, El Hombre Jokes, Chimpanbee and Amber Jean.
Launching the 2011 programme Chairperson of the Festival Ross Clery said: “I’m delighted to be launching the fourth programme of The Clancy Brothers Music and Arts Festival. The programme features a variety of Traditional Irish Musicians and some of our fantastic internationally reknowned Irish artists. The festival is very proud to honour the legacy of The Clancy Brothers and in recent years it has grown steadily with visitor numbers in 2010 reaching 8,000 we hope to increase that figure this year and establish Carrick-On-Suir as ‘the’ folk music destination of Ireland.”
The Clancy Brothers Music and Arts Festival will be held in Carrick-on-Suir from June 2 to 6, 2011 and is generously supported by Failte Ireland, Tipperary County Council, the Arts Council, South Tipperary Enterprise Board, Tipperary Leader Partnership, Tipperary Arts Office and Carrick-on-Suir Business Association. Tickets can be purchased at Xtra-Vision Early birds on Saturday, June 4 can enjoy a stores nationwide or on www.ticketgroup.ie walking tour of Carrick-on-Suir with Tom Walsh. A traditional busking competition will and further information can be found on www.clancybrothersfestival.org or by contake over the town with over 20 acts vying tacting Carrick-on-Suir Heritage Centre 051 for championship. A Children’s Parade will 640 200 precede a free family fun afternoon which
Songs Danny Boy Oh Danny boy, the pipes, the pipes are calling From glen to glen, and down the mountain side The summer's gone, and all the flowers are dying 'tis you, 'tis you must go and I must bide. But come you back when summer's in the meadow Or when the valley's hushed and white with snow 'tis I'll be there in sunshine or in shadow Oh Danny boy, oh Danny boy, I love you so. And if you come, when all the flowers are dying And I am dead, as dead I well may be You'll come and find the place where I am lying And kneel and say an "Ave" there for me. And I shall hear, tho' soft you tread above me And all my dreams will warm and sweeter be If you'll not fail to tell me that you love me I simply sleep in peace until you come to me.
Cashel of the Hills My native place of matches grace, what charms can equal thine? Let greater men words sweeter pen to sing your praise than mine; Thy pastures fair and gardens rare which florid fragrance fills, Thy shady nooks and laughing brooks-sweet Cashel of the hills. Slopes steep and green can here be seen, the work of nature’s hands; And fields as fair, I do declare, as e’er the breezes fanned; And placid floods and waving woods and silver sparkling rills, And pleasing dells and holy wells in Cashel of the hills. And fair Newtown today looks down like a mother on its young; Defusing light and virtue bright her faithful ones among, Who in the past stood firm and fast and bore their share of ills. And true are still to Erin and will, in Cashel of the hills. Here men were known to hold their own, those rural homesteads grand; And likewise fight to win their right to this long-plundered land; In Land League days they fanned the blaze described by abler quills, They did not fail but faced the jail in Cashel of the hills. Here maids are fair beyond compare, and Irish, heart and hand; They can be seen to wear the green-they’re lovers of their land; In Cornadough some years ago, their valour gave us thrills, When in that fight they conquered White in Cashel of the hills.
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Bealtaine Festival 2011 Celebrating Creativity in Older Age The Bealtaine Festival is a National Programme run throughout May each year in association with Age & Opportunity and all over the country older persons groups and individuals are actively involved in Arts events, workshops and activities. The Arts Services of North and South Tipperary County Council together with Tipperary Library Service have once again co-ordinated the Tipperary Bealtaine Festival, celebrating creativity in older age.
This year’s festival will be launched by Award Winning Tipperary Poet, Michael Coady on Thursday 5th May at 2.30pm at Brù Borù Heritage Centre,Cashel. This year’s event will feature a performance by Cashel Community School Choir. This year the launch day also provides an opportunity to visit Sounds of History, the imaginative audio/visual cultural exhibition at Brú Ború. This stunning subterranean interpretive
centre echoes the story of Ireland from ancient times to the present day. The launch is open to the public but booking is essential, please contact the North Tipperary Arts Office at 067 – 44860 to book your place. The Bealtaine Festival is described by Age and Opportunity as an invitation ‘to try something new, to explore something creative this Bealtaine in recognition of the life enhancing joys of constant learning and our capacity for creativity at all stages of our lives.’ The
theme for this year’s festival is “Push the boat out whatever the sea” In the spirit of this we are encouraging people to experience new art forms, and to try something they may have never done before. Events range from dance workshops to ceramics and from film to visual arts and we hope that by the end of the festival you might have had a chance to discover new skills and talents in the arts......so go on.......push the boat out this May
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by Bobby Lynch, NTSFL PRO Results to Sunday 24 April U12 Premier League Play-off Ballymackey 2 Nenagh AFC 1 U14 Premier League Play-off Birdhill 0 Nenagh AFC 1 U10 Premier 4 Lough Derg B 0 Arra 0 U11 Premier Templemore 5 Ardcroney 2 Lough Derg 1 Ballymackey 1 U11 Div 1 Shinrone 6 Nenagh AFC C 1 Shinrone 1 Arra 0 Nenagh Celtic 1 Nenagh AFC C 2 U13 Div 1 Lough Derg 2 Nenagh Celtic 1 U14 Div 1 Lough Derg B 3 Nenagh AFC B 0 U11 Cup Quarter-final Nenagh AFC A 5 Rearcross 0 U12 Cup Quarter-finals Birdhill 1 Ballymackey 2 Sallypark 0 Nenagh AFC A 2 Puckane 2 Templemore 6 U11 Cup Semi-finals Nenagh AFC 4 Ardcroney 0 Ballymackey 1 Arra 0 U11 Shield Semi-finals Shinrone 0 Templemore 1 U13 Cup Quarter-final Ballymackey 0 Templemore 1 U13 Cup Semi-finals Holycross 5 Puckane 1 Templemore 5 Ardcroney 0 U14 Shield Shinrone 3 Arra 2 Lough Derg B 3 Nenagh AFC B 0 U15 Cup Semi-finals Templemore 3 Nenagh AFC A 6 Nenagh AFC B 2 Holycross 5 U15 Shield Semi-final Borrisokane 5 Ballymackey 4
U12 Shield Final 7pm Venue TBC Cloughjordan v Nenagh Celtic / Nenagh AFC C U16 Shield Final Newtown 7pm Ballymackey v Nenagh Celtic
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Thursday May 5 U12 Cup Final Newtown 7pm
Tuesday April 26 U11 Shield Nenagh Celtic v Puckane 6.30 Thursday April 28 U11 Shield Semi-final Nenagh Celtic / Puckane v Nenagh AFC B 6pm
Saturday April 30 Newtown U11 Premier Puckane v Templemore U11 Cup Final Ballymackey v Nenagh AFC 11am U13 Cup Final Holycross v Templemore 1pm U15 Cup Final Holycross v Nenagh AFC 3pm Sunday May 1 Newtown U14 Shield Final Lough Derg B v Shinrone 1pm U14 Final Ballymackey v Nenagh AFC 3pm U16 Final Arra Rovers v Nenagh AFC 5pm U12 Cashin Cup Semi Final North Tipperary v Donegal Brickfields 12.30 Monday May 2 Nenagh AFC Brickfields U10 Category 2 Shield Final Nenagh AFC D v Silvermines 11am U10 Premier Shield Final Birdhill v Lough Derg A 12 U10 Category 2 Cup Final Ardcroney B v Shinrone B 1pm U10 Premier Cup Final Nenagh AFC v Templemore 2pm U12 Cup Semi-final Templemore v Nenagh AFC 7pm
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Under 8s are training every Tuesday evening from 5.30 to 6.30 pm. Matches for the U8s will be organized in the coming weeks U10s played a challenge match against Toomevara last Wednesday. There were fine displays of skill from both sides. We would like to thank Toomevara for the game. Training times are Tuesday and Friday evenings from 5.30 to 6.30 U12s played a challenge game against Riverstown last Saturday and again there was fine displays of skill form both sides who are progressing well under their respective coaches.
U18s played a challenge game against Ballyea Of Clare last Tuesday. It was their first game together this year and they won well with RoisÍn O Brien giving a spirited performance. Thanks to Ballyea for the tough game and thanks to Enda Costello for providing the after match buffet. A special thanks to Tommy Ryan for giving up his spare time to Referee the game. Hard luck to the Tipperary u18 team that went out of the championship with a defeat against a fine Clare team. Cíara McGrath had a superb game at full forward scoring a goal for her efforts.
Junior B team created a little bit of history by winning their first U14s were in action against A championship game last Friday. side Toomevara last Thursday in They travelled to Knockshgowna preparation for their upcoming with a very young team and short championship game. Nenagh of some of their starting line up came a way with a fine win but with great heart and spirit. It which justifies their dedication to was a tough and their training over the last few physical game which the girls months. met head on and won the game by 5 points. Panel Laura McKenCongratulations to Alanna Morris na, Bridget White, Claire Collins, and Aileen Duggan who were Alice Darcy, Mikaela Gleeson, part of the Tipperary u16 team Stephanie Browne, that drew the All Ireland Semi Sarah Maher, Mary Dillon, Cíara Final last Saturday the replay will McGrath, Rebecca White, Rosin take place next Saturday with O Brien, Danielle Harrington, Kilkenny awaiting the winners in Gemma Morris, Catriona O Conthe final. nor, Jessica Maher, Niamh Costello, Aileen Duggan.
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Announcing Gospel Rising Festival - May 6th - 8th 2011
Gospel Rising is a fun, energetic gospel music festival of workshops and gigs showcasing Ireland’s many gospel music styles.
May 6th – 8th 2011 will see Portlaoise, Co. Laois host gospel workshops with internationally acclaimed facilitators, as well as the best on the Irish scene. This national roaming festival, Workshops on African choreogsupported by the Arts Council, raphy, soloist techniques and showcases everything that is choral workshops on old style great in Irish gospel music, atand new gospel music from the tracting choirs, spectators and Elvis Presley era to modern day workshop participants from all pop! Nicki Brown, who has around Ireland. Following its worked with the likes of Madonmajor success last year, this is na and Craig David will share one to watch! his expert knowledge in the all day band workshop on what For one night only, Sat 7th May tempos, beats and underlying 2011, Portlaoise will host a spec- tones create an awesome gospel tacular free concert of all the sound. Mark De-Lisser of BBC’s greatest names and yet to be dis- of “Last Choir Standing” fame, covered gospel choirs from will facilitate a workshop on his around Ireland, on the same “New Gospel” sound. stage! In previous years this has attracted a large following of Gospel music is a very vibrant travelling festival goers. and incredibly popular music genre in the fabric of Irish society today. Gospel Rising satisfies the hunger of experienced choirs and performers to expand their repertoire of skills, and also gives the general public a chance to experience great gospel music on Irish shores. It will be one weekend of gospel rocking festival fun!
Birr & District Motor Club make €45,903.53 for Laois Alzheimer’s Society This year saw the Birr & District Motor Club run its annual Car Rally in Co Laois. The Rally which was held on the 27th February was based in the splendid surroundings of the Abbeyleix Manor Hotel. The Route took in Stages in the Rathdowney & Ballacolla Areas with Servicing taking place in the Retail Outlet in Rathdowney. A special word of gratitude is expressed from the Clerk of the Course Bill Ryan to all the residents along the rally route for their assistance & patience. Oliver Stanley had the services of ‘professional Co Driver’ Jenny Kent who completed the rally for the Alzheimers Society of Ireland. Jenny did a superb job in the Hot Seat. In conjunction with the rally a major fund raising programme was also initiated in aid of the Alzheimer’s Society. This raised in excess of €45,000 through Sponsored Shaves,waxing, Collections, Auctions, Table Quiz & Cookery Ware demonstration.
The money raised at this event will go towards providing dementia specific home care . Out of the €45,000 raised it will provide an extra 50 hours of home care to 10 families on the waiting list in . We also will be taking family carers on weekend breaks away. These weekend breaks are the only opportunity for families to take a break away from their caring role. There are over 45,000 people in Ireland diagnosed with Dementia in Ireland and this number will grow to over 70,000 by 2026. The Birr & District Motor Club would like to thank all those who contributed to this special fund raising project & those who sold sponsorship cards. In addition a special word of thanks must go to the organising committee that consisted of Bill Ryan, Pat Horan, Oliver Stanley, Jenny Kent along with two very special friends who helped us out along the way RTE Sports Presenter Michael Lyster & 5 time Irish Tarmac Rally Championship Winner Eugene Donnelly.
Jenny Kent ( Owner Abbeyleix Manor Hotel ) , Oliver Stanley, Pat Horan ( Aglish , who shaved his beard off after 40 Years) , Bill Ryan (who shaved his beard off after 30 Years)
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CTRYO Perform with the Cork Junior Orchestra and Theresa O’Dwyer, James Ryan, Charles Shortt, Quentin Thompson, Orla Ryan, Brid Og Dwyer, Liam Hennessy, Ciaran Healy and Alex Ryan. In addition, there are also brass and percussion rehearsals held for large concerts. The final concert in the CTRYO calendar this season is on the 22nd May. in Tipperary when the orchestra will present a very entertaining programme of classical favourites at Ballykisteen Hotel and feature it’s String Quartets, Ensembles and soloists as well as Ryan School of Music members who will also take part. The orchestra has had a good productive season, it’s players availing of technique development and performance afforded by concert rehearsals and participation. There has been a focus on String Quartets durFor Tipperary it was a repeat concert, the first leg of which took place ing rehearsals which was greatly supported by a masterclass conductin Tipperary last year. Because the ed by members of the InternationalCounty Tipperary Ryan Youth Orchestra is based in Tipperary Town, ly renowned Terpsychordes String not so far from the county border, it Quartet from Geneva in Switzerland recently. And of course it must be naturally attracts young musicians from the neighbouring counties who said that the members of Cello Section have benefited greatly from the attend weekly rehearsals held at St. expert tuition of Hungarian Cello Ailbe’s School in Tipperary Town under the direction of Michael John Virtuoso Peter Sebestyan. Plans are already being made to take the orRyan. At least two members of the chestra abroad in 2012 and this will CTRYO come from County Cork, no doubt stimulate the interest of all namely Violinists Hannah members. But more about this in O’Sullivan, Mitchelstown and due course. During the summer Coimhe Clancy, Kilbehenny. Nine members come from County Limer- break a new programme with an Irish flair to it, suitable for perforick including Aileen Dooley, Knocklong, Rachel Flynn, Galbally, mance abroad is being planned.. Richie, Sinead and Aine O’Carroll, In the meantime members will travKilteely, Charlotte O’Donoghue, el to the U.L. Concert Hall in LimGarryspillane, and Orla Ryan erick on Saturday 7th May where (Oola). The rest come from places all over County Tipperary, Deirbhila Celebrated Rock Violinist Anna Brennan, Grainne and Ashling Cole, Phoebe will be the featured soloist with The University of Limerick Martin Dillon, Aine Dargan, Aoife Orchestra conducted by Michael Donovan, Jake Flannery, Jennifer John Ryan. Fogarty, Eadaoin Heffernan, Eva Jackson, Heather O’Dwyer, Brid Sunday 10th April was a beautiful Sunny day. It was also the day that the County Tipperary Ryan Youth Orchestra travelled to Ballincollig to perform in concert with the Cork Junior Youth Orchestra under the direction of Terry McCarthy. There were good performances by both orchestras, the ever popular Hungarian Dance no 5 getting a well deserved ‘Bravo’ as well as the delightfully rousing Radetsky March and the very appropriately timed Hallelujah Chorus. A very enthusiastic audience, mainly comprised of parents and family members gave vent to their delight by their warm applause. It was the Cork orchestra’s ‘End of Season’ concert.
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AEOS 2 Scheme Must be Improved on to Maintain Interest-IFA IFA Rural Development Chairman Tom Turley said the AgriEnvironment Programme is in danger of disintegrating as a result of the watered down AEOS 2 scheme which the Minister for Agriculture Simon Coveney has introduced. “The Minister must restore the maximum payment of €5,000 for 10,000 farmers as this is the only way to ensure that the AEOS 2 scheme has a meaningful impact.”
Mr. Turley said great progress has been made over the past 15 years through farmers participating in environmental works on their farms which has had huge benefit to the environment and the rural economy. The watered down AEOS 2 scheme is a severe blow to farmers who have been committed to the Agri-Environment Programme and the likelihood now is that uptake will reduce.
The IFA Rural Development Chairman said 10,000 farmers who are finishing REPS 3 face a very uncertain future and many will not see the new scheme as a viable option. On the AEOS 1 scheme Mr. Turley called for all payments due for 2010 to be made immediately. It is estimated that €8m is due to about 8,600 farmers who got into last year’s scheme.
In relation to the 400 farmers whose plans were rejected, IFA is advising farmers to appeal. Already, 150 farmers who have appealed to the Department of Agriculture have succeeded in getting into the scheme as they had Natura land on rented ground for less than 5 years and did not require a sustainable management plan. IFA is advising farmers in similar situations to appeal as this will ease the pressure for places on the AEOS 2 scheme.
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Counselling Depression By Jim O’Shea I would now like to have a closer look at the question of comorbidity i.e. where depression is accompanied by one or more other complaints. Of course, comorbidity makes a complicated complaint even more complex and difficult to understand. In other words there is a wide variation in the severity of depression that people present with. The first thing that research shows is that comorbidity increases the severity and length of depressive episodes. Up to as many as 75% of people presenting with depression, also suffer from at least one other complaint. Paul Gilbert in his wonderful book, Depression. The Evolution of Powerlessness explains that depression, which is preceded by or accompanies other disorders, is called secondary depression. Primary depression is not preceded by any other psychiatric or physical complaints. Comorbidity should be distinguished from the masking or disguising of depression by physical problems such as joint aches, headaches, indigestion, or perhaps workaholism or other excessive behaviours such as non-stop shopping or thrill-seeking. Research shows that in the U.S. 84% of people presenting with depression had at least one other complaint. The most common comorbid complaints are anxiety, panic, social phobia and posttraumatic stress conditions. There is a very close relationship between anxiety and depression. While they are distinct complaints they are very much interwoven, and are difficult to separate. Depression can also be comorbid with substance addiction. Depressed people who are misusing substances become worn out, have high relapse, and often become homeless. People who abuse substances are also far more likely than the general public to get depression. Some psychological complaints are also comorbid with depression. The American psychiatrists Jon Grant and Marc Potenza, both experts in gambling addiction, point to a study that shows a connection between gambling addiction and depression. As might be expected, there is also a close link between Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and depression. This is very clear to me when I look back at how I and my family were after the death of my child. Our entire family suffered from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, and depression was all pervasive. The story of this trauma and depression can be seen in our book, When a Child Dies. Footsteps of a Grieving Family. Of course, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is not confined to bereavement, but to all types of trauma. For example, rape evokes a high level of PTSD and comorbid depression. PTSD is an anxiety disorder following a traumatic event.
As mentioned above, physical diseases are also important in the context of depression. Their symptoms sometimes mask depression. The psychologist, Christopher Dickens, warns that it is easy to underestimate how powerful depression is in the context of physical diseases in contributing to the death of a sufferer. This is a very sobering thought, and alerts us to the deadly danger of severe depression. In recent years much research is being directed at this area, which has shown that there are medical diseases that increase the risk of depression, and it is advisable that both the disease and the depression be treated during the rehabilitation period. Such diseases include diabetes, heart disease, and HIV/AIDS. Other diseases which may cause symptoms of depression are epilepsy, thyroid problems, multiple sclerosis, stroke, brain trauma Lyme disease (an inflammatory disease caused by bacteria from the bite of a deer tick (common in the U.S.), syphilis and Parkinson’s disease, to name but a few. The Los Angeles based psychologist, Prentiss Price, has written some interesting stuff on this dimension of depression, and, for example, looks at research showing that diabetes doubles the risk of depression, and that the chance of becoming depressed increases as diabetes complications worsen. Interestingly, there is also some proof that depression can also lead to diabetes. There is evidence, too, for the same conclusion in relation to heart disease, and it has been argued that depression can lead to low bone density. Jim O’Shea works as a counsellor from Furze, Thurles. Ph.087-8211009 www.jimoshea.net. Jim O’Shea’s book ‘When a child dies. Footsteps of a Grieving Family’ is published by Veritas. The royalties from this book will go the the Children’s Hospital in Crumlin
Jim O’Shea’s new book called Abuse, about domestic violence, workplace and school bullying is now available on Amazon.
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