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THE Dublin and District Schoolboys League Under-12s won the Subway Inter League last weekend, beating Cork 1-0 in the final at the Showgrounds in Sligo. A late winner
from Cillian Geraghty proved the difference in the annual inter-league competition. The DDSL also won the U-13s title, beating Cork 2-0 in their final.
38 jobs at risk as council rejects Dealz application Ruling on planning status sees Fonthill Retail Park outlet’s future in doubt
SYLVIA POWNALL DEALZ says it will appeal a decision by the council to refuse permission for its discount store in Clondalkin as 38 jobs hang in the balance. Poundland Ltd, trading as
Dealz, applied for a ‘change of use’ from warehouse to retail for its outlet at Fonthill Retail Park – but it was turned down. More than 30 third-party submissions of support were lodged to the application
with neighbouring traders, public representatives and Fonthill residents backing it. A Dealz spokesperson told The Gazette: “We will be engaging with the appeals process through An Bord Pleanala to work towards a
positive outcome.” The planning issue was first raised in March 2016 when SDCC advised the store was retailing small goods and groceries in an area zoned for bulky goods only. Continued on Page 4
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TRANSPORT | INITIATIVE AIMS TO CUT NUMBER OF CARS ON ROADS
Clondalkin left out of car-sharing service SYLVIA POWNALL SOUTH Dublin County Council wants to cut the number of cars on the road and encourage public transport via a new car-sharing service – but has left Clondalkin off its list. Six GoCar bases have been set up for motorists who wish to pool car journeys – allowing them to rent out their cars to other drivers for an all-in cost that includes fuel, tax, insurance and maintenance. The GoCar/SDCC depots are located opposite Topaz in Lucan, on the Old Greenhills Road in Tallaght, behind
Hollingsworth Cycles in Templeogue, outside Ulster Bank in Palmerstown, at village court in Rathfarnham and opposite the Bank of Ireland in Rathcoole. Car-sharing schemes are already a feature in a number of European and US cities as a means for urban dwellers who use public transport to get to work to have their car used and get paid in the process. S D C C M ay o r C l l r Guss O’Connell said the scheme is cost-effective and can reduce congestion. He added: “I absolutely welcome this service. I see the car sharing
rental facility as being particularly attractive to those who want to take a longer journey. “ O n e ve h i cl e c a n accommodate up to four people making it very cost effective and helping reduce congestion. I hope the initiative will help promote a culture of communal travel. “South Dublin County Council is extremely happy to be involved with this project and I hope it will be beneficial to both residents and businesses across the county.” Last month GoCar – which launched its first scheme with the backing of Dublin City Council
in 2008 - announced ambitious plans to remove up to 5,000 private cars off the streets of Ireland by the end of this year. The car-sharing company has also launched six new on-street bases in the Dun Laoghaire area as part of a pilot car club and plans to grow its fleet of shared cars to over 300. A company spokesman said: “Each shared
car has been proven to replace up to 15 private cars, as well as increasing use of public transport. “Car sharing is ideal for people who only need occasional access to a car but don’t want to own one. It also allows those who cannot afford a car the opportunity to drive on a pay-per-use basis.” Further details at www.gocar.ie.
Dental Clinic reopening sees calls for second clinic at Boot Rd THE reopening of the HSE’s Dental Clinic at Deansrath has been warmly welcomed – though calls for a second clinic at Boot Road and a dedicated Primary Health Care Centre have been reiterated. Cllr Mark Ward, who raised the issue of dental treatment for primary school children in February, has been advised that dentists are now being recruited for the Bawnogue centre. The Sinn Fein Cllr said: “I warmly welcome the return of the HSE dental service to the Deansrath area. This service will be operating five days a week. “It is currently clearing the backlog for check-ups of children in sixth class and will move on to second and fourth classes when this is complete. “The priority for the dentists is sixth class as it is the last free HSE check-up before leaving primary school.” Cllr Ward added he was “disgusted” at how primary school children were being treated in Clondalkin as second and fourth class check-ups stopped and other supports were severely diminished in recent years. He said: “Not only had second and fourth class check-ups been eradicated but there was a danger that due to lack of dental resources that children will not receive their sixth class check-up. “Whilst I welcome the response from the Minister in relation to my motion and the return to services in Deansrath, I am calling on him to restore the full dental services to Clondalkin immediately including the reopening of the Booth Road Clinic. “I am also calling on Simon Harris to fund the long promised Primary Health Care Centre in Clondalkin.”
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Stephen was beaten and then run over
Calls for information over killing of Stephen Lynch THERE have been renewed calls for information on the killing of Tallaght dad-of-three Stephen Lynch as the 32-year-old’s family mark the one month anniversary of his violent death. Stephen was deliberately run over by a car on Brookview Close at around 7pm on April 13 after reportedly becoming involved in a verbal dispute with four men travelling in a silver Ford Focus. Hundreds of people stood in solidarity with his family at a candle lit vigil outside the family home in Glenshane and the family has appealed for anyone with information to come forward. The plea was echoed in the chamber of South Dublin County Council on Monday. Tallaght South Sinn Fein councillors tabled a motion seeking that the local authority “expresses its solidarity with the family of Stephen Lynch in their quest for justice following his murder in Brookview on April 13”. The motion continues: “..and calls on the community to come forward with any information that may lead to the arrest of the perpetrators of this despicable crime against a young, innocent father of three in the prime of his life.”
Residents appeal heavy vehicle car yard go-ahead KNOCKMITTEN residents opposed to a heavy vehicle car yard in Western Industrial Estate have appealed South Dublin County Council’s decision to grant planning permission to An Bord Pleanala. Plans by Calin Bogdan include 16 parking spaces for heavy vehicles, 36 car parking spaces, and partchange of use of an existing warehouse at Knockmitten Lane. A number of objections were lodged to the application with opposition from Irish Soft Drinks Ltd, Diageo Baileys Global Supply and Brid Smith TD. Diageo objected on the grounds of the “likelihood of an increase in vermin activity” as well as odours from heavy vehicles parked for “unknown periods” transporting waste material of “unknown origin”. Deputy Smith expressed concern for the local elderly community and cited an “absence of traffic management”. The planning appeals board is due to rule on the file by mid-December.
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STUDENT THEATRE AWARDS | YOUNG DUBS MAKE THE CITY PROUD WITH THEIR TALENTS
School awards definitely worth making a song and dance about! THERE was great news for lots of talented Dublin children all across the city recently as pupils and students of all ages scooped some of the top prizes at the fourth annual Bord Gais Energy Student Theatre Awards. More than 1,700 students from 63 schools across Ireland attended the annual awards at the Bord Gais Energy Theatre – but for a number of Dublin schools it was an extra-special event, thanks to
their impressive wins in several of the 12 categories. Whether pitch-perfect pupils or terrifically talented teens, the Dubs did their city and country proud, wowing judges and their peers with their impressive performances. You can see the Dublin winners below, and we’ve also singled out Newcastle winners (left) we know you’ll join us in congratulating – well done to all involved!
PRIMARY Best Dramatic Review: Elliot Tuite, St Joseph’s BNS, Terenure Best Overall School Musical: St Mochta’s NS, Clonsilla Best Male Performance in a Leading Role: Darragh Malone, St Mochta’s NS, Clonsilla Best Short Scene Script: Ben de Barra, St Brendan’s NS, Skerries Judges’ Choice: St Finian’s NS, Newcastle
ian’s NS, Newcastle Judges’ Choice: St Fin
SECONDARY Best Female Performance in a Leading Role: Aimee Kearney, St Vincent’s Castleknock College (Miss Saigon, feat. Mount Sackville) Best Overall School Play: Belvedere College SJ, Dublin 1 Best Set: St Fintan’s High School, Sutton
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FROM PAGE 1
Aiming right for the top
Chorus of voices add support to back Dealz at Fonthill
FOLLOWING on from the huge success of Urinetown, Harolds Cross/Tallaght Musical Society are thrilled to be nominated in three categories in the Association of Irish Musical Societies (AIMS) awards for 2017 for their show How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. Leading man Sean McMahon was nominated as best comedian. Denise O’Donohue was nominated as best choreographer. They also received a best ensemble nomination for the scene The Brotherhood of Man. HXT recently announced that next year’s show will be The Hired Man, a beautifully poignant love story set in the early 20th century. Picture: Aishling Conway
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Props to Laura for spotting gap in the market SYLVIA POWNALL MAKING 10-foot snails out of papier mache to meet a client’s brief might seem like a fair stretch for most of us but for Laura Conlon it’s all in a day’s work. The 25-year-old from Clondalkin quit her full-time job and has set up a unique online service – www.propshopper.com – which she runs from her kitchen table. Laura spotted a niche in the market when she realised how many directors struggled to source exactly what they were looking for. She told The Gazette: “I’m trained in stage management and production and I’ve worked on a lot of shows since I left college six years ago. One of the things I found was that directors can be very specific on what they want but it’s often hard to source. “I worked for an entertainment company but I decided to leave to set up Propshopper. Our promise is no matter what you are looking for we can get it for you – if we can’t find it we will build it for you.” Laura and her brother-in-law Dave Bennet launched the company in December and are still finding their feet. But they’ve already had a few unusual requests. She said: “It ranges, literally all sorts of
requests. Yesterday I had someone on to me looking for lifeguards’ costumes. In January we had to build a big wheel of fortune for a school in Dublin. “But one of the strangest requests so far was for 10-foot snails. One boss wanted five of them for a work fun day because the company has a snail on its logo. “We made them out of papier mache and they loved them. Bespoke items like that are bought because we probably would never have another use for them. Other general props and kids costumes can be bought, or you can hire them.” Brains Dave is the “brains behind building things” according to Laura and they supply nationwide to drama groups, schools, PR and event companies and whoever else can use their service. She said: “At the moment I’m at home based at the kitchen table until we get our own warehouse. Leaving my job was very scary but it was a now or never thing – I’d been there five years and felt I’d done everything I could there. I’ve a great support system with my mother, brother and sister.” For more visit www.propshopper.com or visit their Facebook or Instagram pages.
Cllr Trevor Gilligan (FF) said: “We have a situation where 38 staff who contribute €500,000 in wages to the local economy are at risk.” Cllr Gilligan, one of those who lodged a submission of support, added: “The store has significant footfall, with staff serving approximately 250,000 people over the past year. “ T h i s w i l l h ave a n e g a t i ve i m p a c t f o r employment in North Clondalkin, and on the retail park itself.” Next door neighbour Power City submitted a letter of support, as did Right Style Furniture, Eurasia Supermarket, Cash & Carry Kitchens and several other retailers. --------------------------
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Deputy John Curran (FF) also backed it, along with Fine Gael councillors Kenneth Egan, William Lavelle and Vicky Casserly. The 670sq m shop has been trading for well over a year and in response to concerns raised by the council applied for a change of use from retail warehousing to shop including internal alteration. A company spokesman said they would appeal “to ensure the long-term viability of our Fonthill store, ensuring Dealz remains as a key retailer and employer in Clondalkin.”
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Out and About
Lily, Sophie and Josh
Ella and Hayley
Dancing on air after major win at contest Aisling and Molly. Left: Jade won eight trophies and a Cup. Pictures: ALISON O’HANLON
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HE talented dancers of Marie Caren Irish Dancing in Lucan returned from the Craobhacha Atha Cliath 2017 with a fantastic haul of medals and trophies. Everyone at the dancing school were very proud of the hard work and energy that went into the performances. The standard of damhsa was extremely high but the children went out and gave it their all representing their school and their awards are a tribute to them. Maithu one and all!
Sophie, Katie, Sinead, Sofia, Megan, Eimear and Amber
Maci and Mikayla
Kianna, Rianna and Anna
Ella and Hayley
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COURTS | ‘GAP OF OVER AN HOUR WITH NO CLEANER IN ATTENDANCE’
Man with a knife told gardai he was Garth Brooks
A MAN told gardai arresting him for possession of a knife that he was Garth Brooks and was “into line dancing”, a court has heard. Jason Fay, 40, who was on medication following a “psychotic episode” five years earlier, had consumed alcohol against doctors’ advice. He was spotted acting erratically near Main Street in Tallaght with a wooden spoon in one hand and a knife in the other on December 15, 2016. Former chef Fay, of Gleview Park, Tallaght, dropped the knife when an armed detective responding to the call-out displayed his firearm. Detective Garda Ciaran McGrath said Fay appeared to be intoxicated when stopped and told gardai he was Garth Brooks and “into line dancing”.
Defence barrister Anna Bazarchina said her client had worked as a chef for over a decade but suffered a psychotic episode in 2012. She said he is on medication and his condition is under control. She said Fay was genuinely remorseful and acknowledged he acted in a foolish manner. She said her client was acting erratically and was confused. He received medical attention at the garda station after his arrest. Judge Karen O’Connor noted Fay, who had 13 previous convictions for minor offences, came from a hard-working family and had an impressive work record as a chef. She said she did not believe a jail term was in order, imposing a 12-month sentence, suspended on strict conditions.
€40k for unlucky woman who slipped on a chip in centre A WOMAN awarded €40,000 by the High Court after she slipped on a chip in Liffey Valley Shopping Centre told the judge: “I am unlucky”. Mu m - o f - f o u r L i s a Misiunaite said her ankle went over and she fell forward injuring her knee as she walked through the food court area over two years ago. Mr Justice Kevin Cross accepted her account and said she was an honest witness. She made no attempt to hide the fact that she had settled an action for €10,000 against Lidl after issuing proceedings over a slip and fall in 2013. Ms Misiunaite, 36, of Coldcut Park, Liffey Valley, Palmerstown sued
UK-based food court owers HSBC Alternative Investments Ltd and Grosvenor Limited, and Hines Real Estate Ireland Ltd, Hogan Place, Dublin. She also sued food court cleaning company Noonan Services Group Ltd, Swords Business Park as a result of the fall on November 4, 2014. She claimed a chip was allowed to remain on the floor and there was an alleged failure to warn
her of the danger posed by it. The judge rejected the argument that short boots with heels she was wearing caused the fall, or that her failure to see the chip was contributory negligence.
Ambulance Ms Misiunaite, who was taken to an ambulance by wheelchair after the fall, said she found it difficult to look after her young children and do
tasks such as vacuuming or lifting shopping bags. Her ankle injury cleared up within eight weeks, but she was on anti-inflammatories for three months for her knee. Under cross-examination she agreed the injured knee was the same one she hurt in a fall at Lidl. It was put to her that she was also involved in a road traffic accident in the past. “I am unlucky,” she
replied. In his decision, Mr Justice Cross said he found there was a gap of over an hour where there was no cleaner in attendance in the section where the fall occurred. He held the defendants jointly liable, awarding €35,000 for pain and suffering to date, and a further €5,000 for pain and suffering into the future. He granted a 28-day stay on the award in the event of an appeal.
Joanne, Fin, Siobhan and Roisin O’Connor Liam and Conor Bowles from Kilcock
from Clondalkin
Isabelle Keogh
Sharon and Jamie Tighe from Kingswood
Michelle Metcalf and Helen Dolan Chloe and Ali Kinihan from Baldoyle
Out enjoying a fundraising run for all the family
from Tallaght. Pictures: Arthur Carron
CORKAGH Park welcomed the Irish Kidney Association’s Run for a Life family fun run last week. The event was organised by the Irish Kidney Association to support its work in promoting organ donor awareness and delivering services for people living with kidney failure. This run marked its ninth year, with the rungrowing in popularity annually with a very loyal and supportive following helping its good work.
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Tanaiste provides a very steady hand at new techology centre in Rathcoole
TANAISTE and local TD, Frances Fitzgerald officially opened the new Irish Manufacturing Research in Rathcoole this week. Speaking at the launch, Minister Fitzgerald said: “I am delighted to announce the 40 high-tech jobs in the
centre, with plans to scale to 200 jobs as investment from industry grows within the centre. “Today marks the formal opening of Ireland’s first independent industry-driven research and technology organisation, Irish
Manufacturing Research. “I congratulate the centre on the high standard of building offices and interior design – giving a sense of openness and creativity, in a collaborative, business-like workplace.”
CLONDALKIN | ‘SICKENED’ BY DESTRUCTION
Shock as old graves smashed by vandals
SYLVIA POWNALL THERE was strong condemnation this week of the “mindless vandalism” at Mount St Joseph’s Cemetery in Clondalkin, which is now a protected structure. The graveyard off the Monastery Road remains in the hands of the developer who built Monastery Heath – despite the fact the estate was completed more than 20 years ago. Cllr Francis Timmons (Ind) says he is sickened by the latest act of wanton destruction at the burial ground. He said: “I strongly condemn the mindless vandalism at the weekend. Sadly, my motion last December was ignored when I asked that Kelland Homes be made put a higher wall around this historical site. “Mount Saint Joseph’s Cemetery is now a pro-
tected structure under the County Development Plan, and I don’t feel the council is doing enough to protect it.” At a council meeting on December 14 last, CllrTimmons asked for the boundary wall to be heightened to protect the structure, a new layer of stones to be laid and that SDCC’s heritage officer meet with Clondalkin Tidy Towns to discuss restoration of the ruins. At the time the local authority said the developer had been asked to “make good the tops of the walls and ensure that they are suitably capped” but there was no plan to raise their height as there was also a fence around the burial ground. Deputy Eoin O Broin (SF) has also previously called for action to preserve the graveyard – currently maintained by Tidy
Some of the destruction left at Mount St Joseph’s Cemetery
Towns volunteers – and urged the council to take it into public ownership. T he cemeter y was included in the record of protected structures under the current development
plan at his request. At the time, he said: “Clondalkin is rich with local history and the council must do everything in its power to preserve and promote this history.”
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SUPPORT YOUR OWN | THE GAZETTE FOCUSES ON CLONDALKIN VILLAGE AND
Show love for local W
Ciaran Kilbride from The Factory Outlet
ITH the summer almost upon us, it’s important to remember that you don’t need to travel long distances to get what you need – unless of course it’s a holiday you’re after! Simply put, shopping locally benefits the local area – and sure when the weather is behaving itself, why spends hours in traffic or in a stuffy bus when you can stay in sunny Clondalkin and stroll around the village at your leisure? By shopping locally, without any of the difficulties involved in travelling across the city, we can support local business, enterprise and industry, all of which play a far greater role in our lives than one might imagine. Clondalkin Nurseries, premium horticultural
Michael Maloney from Clondalkin Nurseries
specialists in Dublin, is conveniently located at Green Isle Road near Corkage Park,caters for trade and landscape contractors from Dublin and the surrounding counties. One local business
that has survived the testament of time is Becker Tansey and Co Solicitors, which has been providing legal services in Clondalkin for over 30 years. Established in 1981, their dedicated support
team have said that their aim is to provide a service of highest quality in a prompt, personal and proactive manner. Mill Cabs based in the Mill Shopping Center,has been in operation for over 30 years and continues to serve the people of Clondalkin on a daily basis without any stop for rest. Clondalkin Denture Service on Agnes Road is another local business that strives to meet the need of its patients and help them feel at ease. Donegans Sea Food shop in Clondalkin village is a family-run business that has been in Clondalkin for the past
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‘Clondalkin is a great place to do business as we are right in the middle of it all’ --------------------------
Manager Craig Leap of Broe Auctioneers
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CALLS ON RESIDENTS TO SHOW AFFECTION FOR AREA’S BUSINESSES
firms and business five years and despite starting out in the peak of recession, the business still manages to be a catch with local residents. The Factory Outlet on Orchard Road is a family run company that was first established over 20 years ago. The business specialises in the supply and fitting of tiles, bathrooms, kitchens and wardrobes. Proper ty Par tners O’Brien Swaine, Clondalkin and Dundrum are part of The Property Par tners Real Estate Group which is an independently owned auctioneering group with more than 25 offices nationwide. The local company specialises in sales, rentals, property management and valuation of all types of residential and commercial properties across all corners of Dub-
Property Partners
lin City and further afield. Cash In Rags, based in Watery Lane, are now going into their sixth year in business. Donna, who runs the company, says that there are a lot
of people these days interested in recycling their old clothes to them. She added: “People like the idea of clearing out their house of old
clothes and bringing it into us for exchange of money.” Trust
Meanwhile Ly nda Kennedy of Carpetland on Tower Road says
that for over 35 years they have been serving local families and businesses and she believes developing trust within the community is key to sustaining any business. The shop manager added: “Clondalkin has always been a great place to do business.” Broe Auctioneers, a family-run business in the heart of Clondalkin Village, has been running for 41 years. The company prides itself on its experience, professionalism, work commitment and an excellent knowledge of the local property market. Manager Craig Leap said Broe were very committed to their local clients and the people they work with on a daily basis. Craig told The Gazette: “Clondalkin is a great place to do business as we are right in the middle of it all.”
Stephen Fitzgibbon, owner of Mill Cabs
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KBC seeking Bright Ideas for business and social projects KBC’s Business Bright Ideas is back for 2017 and will assist for-profit organisations in the business of having a positive impact on a city or community by addressing a particular social need. Following a judging process a top award of €50,000 will be granted to the winning applicant who can show how the funding will help have a positive impact on communities. A total of €100,000 will be shared among the top entrants. Meanwhile, KBC’s Bright Ideas community support initiative returns for a fourth year to support individuals and organisations which are transforming and improving the lives of others in their locality. KBC is calling on community groups across the country to apply for financial support for their dream projects from a second fund of €100,000. Last year, four standout projects in the Dublin region were among a total Community groups who are transforming and improving the lives of others in their locality are of more than 50 projects from around urged to apply for support. Picture: Naoise Culhane Photography Ltd the country selected by KBC Bank to receive funding; CyberSafeIreland in Dun Laoghaire received €8,000 to educate parents and children on how to use and enjoy technology safely and responsibly; The Making Home Project from Crosscare CLAN Homelessness Services based on Arran Quay in Dublin SOCIAL Innovation Fund Ireland (SIFI) provides funding to projects that recognise 7 received €5,500; announced last week the launch of Animate social issues in their own communities and HARD/GR AF T Community 2017 – a €220,000 fund to support innovative, have a creative or innovative solution to address Orchard from Common Ground in early stage projects or organisations focused on them. Inchicore, Dublin 8 received €3,000 addressing a health or social issue in communito establish a Dublin Grafters Group, “Last year we received outstanding applities across Ireland. cations from a range of organisations. Save a a network of local grafters and planters The €220,000 fund will be shared between 11 Selfie for example, is an interactive mobile app who will work to plant a series of community orchards; successful applicants in 2017. The deadline for that allows members of the public to take selfies We Can Cook from Dundrum Arch applications is July 7, 2017 alongside emergency equipment to document Club in based in Ballinteer Community The Animate Fund is a commitment between its location, while CareBright village is Ireland’s Centre, Dublin 14 received €3,500 in SIFI, the Irish Government, and Medtronic, a first dementia friendly housing in a rural setting. funding to run a cookery course for global leader in medical technology. Now in its We are now calling for applications.” people with intellectual disabilities. second year, Animate has expanded to include Successful projects will receive an award that Head of marketing communicathe Healthy Community Awards, supported by is designed to help them to grow and develop tions at KBC, Caroline Donnellan, Medtronic, with 10 of the 11 awards granted to their ideas into powerful community solutions. said: “Our team of Business Bright projects promoting good health and wellbeing, Eleven awardees will receive a cash award as Ideas judges are particularly eager to and healthy lives for all. well as invaluable non-financial supports such hear from social enterprises, for- profit The Healthy Community Awards is designed as access to expert mentoring and assistance organisations that have the potential to create wide-reaching impact toward a health- with growth planning from a business consultier Ireland and contribute to solving global ant. They will also have access to SIFI’s extento positively impact a city or community by addressing a particular social or health issues as identified in the United Nation’s sive networks for on-going support and advice. community need.” Applications to the fund are encouraged from Sustainable Development Goals (SDG). Applications for both Bright Ideas The fund invites applications with projects non-profit social organisations including chariand Business Bright Ideas funding related to SDG 3 – Good Health and Wellbeing ties, community groups and social enterprises. Applicants can apply online through Social can be submitted through the bank’s – to address local health problems and remove Innovation Fund Ireland’s website www.socialeasy to use online application portal barriers to healthcare. at www.kbcbrightideas.com. Closing Deirdre Mortell, CEO of SIFI said: “Animate innovation.ie/open-for-applications date is May 31.
€220k fund for startup projects aimed at tacking social issues
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MUSIC: CLASSIC SINGER HUGH CORNWELL CAN’T WAIT FOR PAVILION THEATRE SHOW
Strangler has Dun Laoghaire gig in his sights EMMA NOLAN WITH a career spanning almost five decades, legendary singer Hugh Cornwell is set to take to the stage in Dublin this month. The former guitarist and vocalist of iconic punk band The Stranglers has had a successful solo career and is busier than ever making new music and performing his hits. As the original guitarist, singer and main songwriter in The Stranglers, he’s enjoyed massive success, with 10 hit albums and 21 Top 40 singles, etching himself into Europe and the USA’s musical psyche with classic songs including Peaches, No More Heroes, Golden Brown, Nice N’ Sleazy, Always the Sun and Duchess. Hugh sat down with The Gazette ahead of his show in the Pavilion theatre in Dun Laoghaire this Saturday, May 27. Having played many shows in Dublin over the years, including a gig in Whelan’s last year, he said he has noticed a big change in the city. “That was the first time I’d been in Dublin in about three or four years, and I really noticed the change in atmosphere. It’s much more European that it ever was before, I couldn’t believe it!
Then and now ... Hugh Cornwell, The Stranglers
“It’s as cosmopolitan as London now – I really got the feeling that it’s gone through a change, it’s great.” With such an expansive career behind him, Hugh maintains that his taste and style have never changed, but that he has become more confident. “As time goes on, I get more confident so I get to the end result much quicker than I used to. “I pick what I play very carefully so that my new songs sit comfortably next to the Stranglers songs I’ve picked; there’s a thread in the songwriting from that time until now.”
For the Dun Laoghaire gig, however, Hugh said he plans to divide the show into two parts: a set of new songs and a set of Stranglers songs. He said: “I don’t normally do that but I think it it’ll work. I’ve been doing these acoustic sets for a few years, and it’s become clear which songs I enjoy playing the most, and which ones work the best.” Speaking on his upcoming show in Dun Laoghaire, Hugh said: “I’m looking forward to it – it looks like a fantastic place.” Tickets are priced €23.50 and are available at paviliontheatre.ie.
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A unique way to get kids talking “HEADBOMZ” – a slightly gory, massively squelchy and ultimately standout schools programme was launched by ISPCC Childline in partnership with Vodafone Ireland last week. As part of a national awareness campaign aimed at children aged 8 to 10, the launch saw the roll-out of an innovative song and video animated by Oscar-award winning studio Aardman. The idea puts a unique and fun twist on talking through problems as they arise – talking with a friend, a relative, a teacher or with Childline. 95% of children who participated in the research agreed it is essential to have someone to listen to them and help them solve problems, citing bullying, limits to
freedom and parental problems as key areas for concern. This research revealed several insights on the age group which then led to the creative direction and approach to this Headbomz programme. The Headbomz song and video was created to deliver the important message of “Talking Makes Us Stronger” to classrooms across Ireland. Visit Headbomz.ie to download the song.
FUN, LARKS AND BARKS FOR A GOOD CAUSE THE Irish Blue Cross is holding the first of its four annual Bark in the Park events on May 28 in St Anne’s Park, Raheny. This sponsored walk for pets and their dogs will raise muchneeded funds to enable the Irish Blue Cross to provide low
cost veterinary care to pet owners on low income. Supporters of the charity and dog lovers alike are invited to take part with the fun, larks and barks kicking off at 3pm. Those interested in participating can register on www. barkinthepark.ie to receive a sponsorship pack. People can also join in on the day and make a donation. The dates for further Bark in the Parks are Marlay Park, Rathfarnham Sunday, June 18; Tymon Park, Templeogue Sunday, July 9; and Phoenix Park Sunday, August 27. Go to www. barkinthepark.ie for further information.
CHANCE TO ASSIST ALZHEIMER SOCIETY ICELAND, the supermarket brand is to provide fundrais-
TOP ADVICE TO GET YOU GROWING YOUR OWN
Model and mum Erin O’Connor with Sean Hughes, Karla Lyons, Matthew Nolan and Lara Sheehy at the launch of Headbomz. Picture: Naoise Culhane
ing collection points for the Alzheimer Society of Ireland (ASI)at all stores in Dublin. As part of the corporate partnership agreement with the ASI, Iceland will provide fundraising collection points at the end of shopping tills in their stores in the heart of local communities across Ireland.
Support from corporate partners is a vital part of ASI’s fundraising and helps the organisation to provide dementia-specific services and supports and to advocate for the rights and needs of all people living with dementia and their carers across Ireland.
AWARD winning garden designer Diarmuid Gavin and a selection of experts will host a series of free gardening demonstrations as part of the GroMor 2017 initiative which aims to encourage budding gardeners to try their hand at gardening. Diarmuid will host a free demonstration at Windyridge Garden Centre, Dun Laoghaire on June 17 at 6-8pm while Jane McCorkell and Marie Staunton will be at Newlands Home and Garden Centre in Dublin 22 (May 27), Easy Garden in Templeogue and Jones Garden Centre Donabate (June17). For those who cannot attend the events the website www. gromor.ie contains easy to follow guides and videos. All demonstrations are free.
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The Return of
N O S ’ T A H W
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Something Happens
Bloom 2017
The annual garden festival returns to Phoenix Park for the June bank holiday weekend, exploring practical gardening and taking in reams of colourful displays, as well as talks on anything from health to politics, culture to cooking. June1-5
Tom Dunne’s pop-rockers are making their regular nostalgic return next week, but haven’t ruled out writing again, either... JAMES HENDICOTT TOM DUNNE is best known today as a jovial presenter on Newstalk radio, but in the late 80s and early 90s his band Something Happens were at the forefront of a burgeoning Irish indie music scene. Still active today - though infrequently, their shows an ecstatic celebration of what was Dunne recalls the heyday fondly. “Getting started at all was our greatest achievement,” he jokes. “It was an incredible dream, getting to do things you only think people like Paul McCartney get to do. “It was taken for granted back then, for example, that being in a rock band meant doing certain things. We played in the National Stadium, and went to LA to record an album. Those kind of things don’t happen except for really huge bands anymore. Back then you just popped by a different country. It was almost expected.” Something Happens picked up a huge record deal back then, with the pop-rockers signing up with Virgin to release debut album ‘Been There, See That, Done That’, and making a splash in the UK and the US. The band even had their own self-penned magazine, writing stories of their times on tour, and once featuring Daniel O’Donnell on the cover. “We had a lot of time on tour, and it was something to do,” Dunne recalls, “getting down all the funny things that happened to us. The Daniel O’Donnell one was definitely a highlight. We used to sell them at shows.” After several years of touring, the Virgin deal was eventually to turn sour: dropped from the label, Something Happens never reached quite
the same heights as they had with their debut release, but continued releasing new music much of it highly acclaimed - right up until 1997. “We’d just heard that we were getting dropped, and I walked into the newsagent and picked up NME, and we were ‘single of the week’, which was a big deal back then,” Dunne tells us. “We didn’t know about it. That was an odd week, and we felt a bit lost, I think. We ended up having a very long tail as a band.” That long tail involved another big contract with BMG, but Something Happens never reached quite the same heights, despite a link with U2 that even saw Bono’s band quote Something Happens lyrics in the track ‘Staring at the Sun’. Something Happens, though, was a platform, with the band giving all its members the experience to go on and do something else in a related industry. While Dunne has his presenting role, Ray Harman has gone on to be a composer, Eamonn Ryan works for music promoter MCD, and Alan Byrne is involved in the production of the Late Late Show. “You do a lot of radio stuff as the singer in a band,” Dunne says of his start in his current profession. “I liked what I saw, and I started asking around about working in radio. I started out with Today FM, and just spent an awful lot of time with good music. The band were a great door opening exercise.” It’s now been two decades since the last Something Happens album appeared, but for all that time, Dunne tells us the production of new music might not yet be over. “It would take a few things coming together to write a new record,” he explains. “Time is probably the biggest hurdle, with us all off doing different things, but we
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Dublin Flea Market
The monthly flea market series in Newmarket sees the fantastic Dublin Food Co-Op expand outside its front doors, with half of Newmarket square filled with treasures for sale. May 28
Guns N Roses
GUNS N ROSES
The legendary and notoriously unreliable American rockers are as close to their original form as they have been in years, and will turn up in Slane for the wonderfully named Not In This Lifetime tour. May 27.
Yanis Varoufakis
Once the controversial financial minister tasked with saving a collapsing Greek economy, Yanis Varoufakis’ reputation in the economic world precedes him. He’ll talk about economies and his new book at the Literature Festival at the RDS. May 28.
Damo Suzuki Network
The legendary Japanese artist - once the frontman of Can brings his musical improvisation to the Grand Social, where he’ll be accompanied by members of local star acts Girl Band and Meltybrains? as they explore the world of Krautrock. May 27.
Picture This
Fast-rising act from Kildare, Picture This are the hottest property in Irish music, having formed in just 2015. To date they only have a single EP, but will be playing their brand of pop rock in the Olympia Theatre for an incredible run. May 30-June 4.
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have no trouble writing. I’ve done a lot of other writing. It’s not impossible that they’ll be new music.” These days, Something Happens still get regular offers to perform, but with both time constraints and no particular need to get on stage, they’re pretty picky about agreeing. “We have a list of conditions,” Dunne explains, “and we wait for people to come to us, we’re not out there chasing gigs. We’ll play when the show suits us.”
“I’ve been down to Leopardstown over the last few years, and it’s a great show, so when they got in touch it made sense to us to head along. Aslan have been raving about it, and it’s always great to get back on stage. They’ll be lots of our old stuff, and a few covers. It should be a great night.” But keep your eyes peeled for more... Something Happens make their only planned appearance of 2017 to date at Live at Leopardstown, on June 8.
The artsy side of the Dun Laoghaire Institute of Art, Design and Technology put their work on display ahead of graduation, with works in photography, television production, art, 3D design on display from May 26 to June 1.
Opium Closing Party
NEW ORDER - NOMC15
The popular three-room nightlife venue on Wexford Street is having one last blow out before shutting down for a refurb that will take until the end of the summer, after which they say they’ll be ‘unrecognisable’. May 29.
New album of the week
New Order - NOMC15. A live album from the descendants of Joy Division, NOMC15 features live versions of many of the tracks from latest album, as well as delivering the classics .
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Worth trumpeting DUBLIN Zoo staff were thrilled to announce the birth last week of the latest arrival at the bustling tourist attraction – a male Asian elephant calf. Estimated to be a metre tall and weighing approximately 130kg, the calf was delivered last Monday at the end of a 22-month gestation period for his mum Yasmin. As her fourth calf, the as yet unnamed male is the sixth elephant calf born at Dublin Zoo in less than three years, and he will join the herd of 10 Asian elephants, including his dad, Upali, in the Kaziranga Forest Trail. It is estimated that only 30,000 to 60,000 Asian elephants remain in the wild, with the largest population found in India, leading to the latest birth at Dublin Zoo being hailed as part of the international breeding programme established to assist the breed’s survival.
‘Amazing spectacle’ Gerry Creighton, operations manager at Dublin Zoo, said: “The birth of an Asian elephant is an amazing spectacle and this was no exception. The arrival of the calf was greeted with celebratory trumpeting and each member of the herd, from the oldest to youngest, played a role in assisting with the birth. “We’ve been on an incredible journey over the past three years, overseeing the birth of six elephant calves, placing Dublin Zoo as one the most successful Asian elephant breeding programmes in the world. We’re very proud of the expanding herd and seeing the 11 elephants together will be a wonderful sight for visitors to the zoo over the summer.” The zoo is inviting the public to come up with a name for the new arrival, based on his Asian origin; names can be submitted online at www.DublinZoo.ie. To see the new arrival taking some of his first steps in the world, visit the Kaziranga Forest Trail in Dublin Zoo, which is open seven days a week from 9.30am to 6pm. For further information on the zoo, see www.facebook. com/dublinzoo, or www.dublinzoo.ie.
ANIMALS
Rare calf born at the zoo
PLEASE HELP QUEENIE GET THE CARING HOME SHE DESERVES OUR Dog of the Week looking for their #SpecialSomeone* is Queenie, a four-yearold female Collie who arrived to Dogs Trust heavily pregnant. She went on to have seven beautiful puppies who have all since found perfect homes, so now it’s Queenie’s turn to find hers! Queenie is a sensitive soul who can be worried by unfamiliar people, but she really comes alive in the presence of other dogs and loves to play tug – she also has a special penchant for de-stuffing soft toys.
Confidence Queenie is looking for a quiet home where she will have a doggy pal and adopters who will understand that it may take her some time to grow in confidence in her new home. We have already seen how much potential Queenie has, given the right environment, so please consider adding this adorable dog to your family *If you can be Queenie’s #SpecialSomeone, then please contact Dogs Trust on 01 879 1000. They are based in Finglas, just off Exit 5 on the M50. Map and directions can be found on their website, www.dogstrust. ie. You can also find them on Facebook, at www.facebook.com/ dogstrustirelandonline, or on Twitter @ DogsTrust_IE.
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CITY CENTRE: A BIG, BLUE AND BEAUTIFUL CONTAINER GETS A NEW LEASE OF CAFE LIFE
Serving originality
GOT A CRAVING FOR...
EMMA NOLAN THE latest addition to ‘coffee culture’ in Dublin 8 is located in none other than a recycled shipping container on Thomas Street. The aptly named Container Cafe is the brainchild of entrepreneur Gordon Hickey. He joked: “It’s so funny – everyone has been calling me ‘an entrepreneur’, but I’m just a bleedin’ chancer!” Don’t let him fool you, however, as the cafe is a slick and modern conception at the Digital Hub that very cleverly uses an old container transformed into a comfortable yet environmentally-friendly space in a great location. And, while it appears small from the outside, it’s deceptively big inside. Gordon said: “I wanted to do something along this stretch of Thomas Street because I was cycling up and down every day and I noticed that there were so many empty units. “I wanted to try and revive this part of the street a little bit. I was looking at units, but then wanted to do something more novel, and I was working on a television programme where we used a shipping container as a mobile clinic, and I thought that the Digital Hub would be the perfect place for something like this.” Part of this vision is sustainability, and all of the
Red Velvet Swirl Brownies
INGREDIENTS
BROWNIES 100g (4oz) white chocolate, broken into squares 100g (4oz) butter 175g (6oz) Siúcra Light Golden Brown Sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract 2 tbsp cocoa powder 2 medium eggs 1/2 tsp red food colouring 125g (4 1/2oz) plain flour Although he modestly says he’s “a bleedin’ chancer”, entrepreneur Gordon Hickey has served up a memorable addition to coffee culture in Thomas Street
cafe’s materials are recycled – down to the tables, which Gordon made from old doors from kitchen presses. He added: “I hate waste, so this was a very important aspect for me.” Even the coffee cups and lids are compostable and recyclable, unlike the majority of take-away coffee cups, which are coated in plastic. Gordon said: “You think of the amount of waste from normal coffee cups. A lot of people do try to recycle them, because they think they’re just made of paper. I didn’t want to be adding to that waste.” The coffee itself is Cloud Picker coffee and Gordon
With staff inside the deceptively large container
uses all-local suppliers for the food. Delicious treats from local bakeries are on offer, along with a menu of interesting sandwiches including a roast cauliflower and smoked cheese with bechamel and chilli. What’s most unique about the idea, however, is Gordon’s commitment to Dublin culture – and I don’t mean Joyce, Guin-
ness and The GPO. This is more the ‘Lady on the rock’, ‘Sherrup you, ye tick’ and ‘Gerrup outta dat’. With a vision that’s inherently inspired by its surroundings and the locals that fill it, Gordon has taken these Dublinisms and woven them through the business. The coffee cups have messages such as ‘Style of
ye’ and ‘Yer only massive’ on the lids, and the walls are adorned with prints from Dublin artist Jess Tobin that similarly wellknown sayings. Gordon has hired four staff so far, and hopes to eventually hire more. He said: “I’ve worked hard on this since last September, constantly plugging away. I didn’t have a project manager – I did it all myself, so it’s been a massive learning experience.” However, he said he has been overwhelmed with the response he’s received since opening Container Cafe. “There’s been such a nice response so far – hopefully, people keep coming in!”
The 1780 Restaurant earns its 2AA Rosette status IN just a few short months, The 1780 restaurant at the new Portmarnock Hotel & Golf Links has earned its 2 AA Rosette status from AA Ireland. The luxurious coastal resort was officially unveiled earlier this year following an extensive 18-month refurbishment and multi-million euro investment. Each year AA Ireland scouts locations all over the country, recognising and award-
ing exceptionally high standards in culinary excellence with its Rosette scheme. The 1780 at Portmarnock Hotel & Golf Links is one of only four properties to have been newly awarded a 2 AA Rosette status in the last year. Chef Tom Walsh has cultivated a contemporary fine dining experience for patrons of The 1780, which welcomes both guests of the hotel and non-residents. A Tipperary native, Tom has carved a stellar reputation as one of
the industry’s most exciting and innovative figures with a career spanning over 20 years working at some of Dublin’s finest establishments. Tom oversees the hotel’s entire food and beverage offering – The 1780, The Seaview and Jameson Bar – and is joined by Derek Yu, formerly of Chapter One Restaurant, as restaurants manager. See review next week
CREAM CHEESE SWIRL 200g (7oz) cream cheese 2 tbsp plain flour 2 tbsp Siúcra Caster Sugar 1 tsp vanilla extract 1 medium egg yolk
TO SERVE Vanilla ice-cream
METHOD 1. Preheat the oven to 180°C / 350°F / Gas mark 4 and line an 18cm (7in) square cake tin with baking parchment. 2. Melt the white chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water (or use a microwave if you have one). Leave to cool a little. 3. Melt the butter and put into a large bowl. Leave to cool and then add the Siúcra Light Golden Brown Sugar, vanilla and cocoa powder and beat with a hand-held electric mixer. Add the eggs and food colouring and beat until well combined. Fold in the melted white chocolate, add the flour and using a large metal spoon, gently fold it all together with as few stirs as possible so you do not knock the air out of it. Gently spread into the prepared baking tin, leaving about two tablespoons behind in the bowl - you will use this later for the swirl pattern. Set aside. 4. Beat all of the ingredients for the cream cheese swirl in a bowl until the Siúcra Caster Sugar is evenly combined. Dollop spoonfuls of it on top of the brownie mixture that is already in the tin. Then add the remaining two tablespoons of the brownie mixture. Take a knife and swirl the brownie mixture around in the tin. Be sure not to over-swirl it otherwise the mixture will just look like a pink cake batter. But swirl deep into the tin so that the marble effect goes right throughout the brownie and is not just at the top. 5. Place the tin into the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the centre of the brownie springs back slightly when touched but it is still nice and gooey in the middle. 6. Leave to cool a little in the tin, then cut into 9 even-sized squares and serve warm or cold with vanilla ice cream. Recipe courtesy of Siucra. For more information on Siucra products along with recipes, tips and videos visit www.siucra.ie.
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CAMPAIGN: MENTAL HEALTH
Five essential steps to really support others EMMA NOLAN
Last year’s Bloom (above) was a picture-perfect celebration of gardening and plants, setting a tough standard to beat this year. Pictures: Shane Dillon
CITY CENTRE: PHOENIX PARK TO PLAY HOST TO FANTASTIC FESTIVAL
You’re growing to love a Bloom-ing great line-up SHANE DILLON WHETHER you’re a gardening guru, a have-a-go horticulturalist or a floral follower, there’s only one place to be this upcoming bank holiday weekend – Bloom 2017. Organisers have carefully cultivated the seeds of success since Bloom’s humble origins in 2007, with the Bord Bia celebration of all that is good and green (and every other colour under the rainbow) quickly growing to become one of the city’s, and country’s, best-loved festivals. This year’s event looks set to be the best yet, with a dizzying range of events, showcases, demonstrations, activities – and, of course, a vast range of gorgeous gardens and perfect plants – to take in from Thursday, June 1 to Bank Holiday Monday, June 5.
Visitors at the sprawling festival will certainly have plenty to root out, with many people expected to make a beeline straight over to Bloom’s most popular attraction: the show gardens. Described as the heart and soul of Bloom, the gardens will once again showcase an inspiring range of gardens from some of the country’s top designers, while upand-coming students, as well as organisations and charities close to the public’s heart, have also created some superb sights. While every garden will have its fan, some of the many show garden highlights include a fun Despicable Me 3 garden (by Brid Conroy), which younger visitors will particularly enjoy; the Oxfam Goal Garden (by Niall Maxwell), promoting tolerance in a fractious
Gary Graham, Bord Bia’s Bloom manager, had help from Sophie Bracken and Lauren Keane to launch this year’s festival . Picture: Picture: Colm Mahady/Fennells
world; and My Land Your Land – Ireland (by Tunde Szentesi), which tells the story of Irish agriculture and food from farm to fork. However, away from the show gardens, Bloom has more than enough other attractions for all the family, with several themed zones to explore. Whether you’re looking for exotic plants, the perfect garden accesso-
ries (or even just a nice bunch of flowers to give to The Mammy traipsing around with you) Bloom’s organisers have brought together many of the city and country’s top retailers, specialists and garden centres to meet any need. And with Bloom aimed at all ages, kids will have plenty to keep themselves busy too, with everything from craft zones to friendly animals to meet.
After taking in everything from the gardens to the stalls to the Victorian walled garden, gardenedout visitors will be more than happy to plant themselves in the Bord Bia food village. Here, a vast range of produce providers will have enough food and drink to sate any appetite. Away from this village, foodies will once again be treated to several demonstrations from top chefs, while there will even be live fashion shows twice daily, as well as roaming entertainers and live music, with RTE once again broadcasting from the site. With so much to see and do, Bloom promises to a pretty tree-mendous festival! For the full list of Bloom’s events, prices and further information, see http://bloominthepark. com.
EARLIER this month, more than 150,000 people woke up and walked from Darkness Into Light with Pieta House, crossing the finish line in more than 150 locations around the globe. However, the hugely successful event doesn’t mark the end of that awareness journey – Electric Ireland and Pieta House have created The Essentials Of Empathy, a campaign to show that the way everyone treats each other has a direct impact on individuals’ well-being. The Essentials Of Empathy are five actionable guidelines to help create a healthier, happier Ireland. Marguerite Kiely, of Pieta House, said the guidelines: “ are for people to bring into their daily lives; if everyone takes one thing from this and brings it into their daily life, we’ll be able to live in a happier and healthier Ireland, where people are looking out for each other and show they care”. Paul Stapleton, general manager of Electric Ireland, said: “Our partnership with Pieta House is
of huge importance to our staff and customers, and we would encourage people to consider The Essentials Of Empathy as another step to ensure people look out for one another in their daily lives.” The Essentials Of Empathy 1. Slow Down and Check In: In a fast-paced world, we need to slow down, and check in with ourselves and those around us. 2. Listen and Connect: Listening is about more than just being present. Put down your phone and connect in real life through daily activities. Go for a walk or have a cup of tea together. 3. Ask Questions, Even The Hard Ones: Sometimes, asking how someone is really feeling can be a tough question, but it’s the best way to start a conversation. 4. Empathise and Be Understanding: By being more understanding, and seeing things from others’ points of view, we can help to make everyone feel more accepted. 5. Be Generous With Your Kindness: Small acts of kindness can make someone’s day – it is a gift that we can all give, and something we should give whenever and wherever we can.
Well done to everyone who took part in Darkness Into Light –now, keep up the good work on mental health
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Gavin Hydes, newly elected president Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI)
Attracting top talent is priority for new motor industry president GAVIN Hydes, CEO of the Dublin-based Joe Duffy Group was elected president of the Society of the Irish Motor Industry (SIMI), last week at the organisation’s AGM. SIMI believes that the motor industry is a significant business sector in Ireland, contributing over €1.5 billion to the exchequer in taxation and providing over 41,000 jobs nationally. As CEO of Joe Duffy Group, Hydes has been very strongly focused on the development and progression of staff within his business and is passionate when it comes to recruiting the best personnel. He feels that it is critical for the motor industry to communicate the exciting and dynamic career opportunities that are available in so many diverse sectors. “It is important that we are able to attract the very top talent that our businesses will require going forward. It is a cutting edge, fast-paced and ever-changing industry that has a lot to offer its future employees and this should really appeal to those seeking a rewarding career.” Speaking at SIMI’s AGM Hydes said: “As an Industry we are in a stronger more sustainable position and have a more robust business model across all sectors as a result of the challenges faced by the motor industry over the last couple of years.” Having worked in all areas of the business, Gavin takes on his new role having gained in-depth knowledge, understanding and expertise in virtually all areas of the motor sector in Ireland.
Skoda returns to Scrappage to boost their 172 sales THIS July, for the start of the 172 registration
period, Skoda is allowing customers to transform their old car into €4,000 when buying a new Skoda at their local authorised Skoda dealer. The offering will be launched as part of their Open Event which runs from Saturday, May 27 until Saturday, 10 June. During that period, 0% finance will also be offered on selected models in the Fabia, Octavia and Superb ranges. Speaking ahead of the two-week long event, William Lee, head of sales at Skoda, said: “We are delighted to be launching our 172 Offers at our Open Events across the country over the next few weeks with two great offers; Skoda Scrappage and 0% finance. If you’re looking for great value then pop down and test drive one of our cars at any time over the course of the two weeks – you won’t be disappointed!”
Latest VW Golf is an estate of the nation
There is growing acceptance of the practical and inceasingly mod-con features offered in modern estate cars, where style and comfort are adding to the appeal, as MICHAEL MORONEY found when he took the new Volkswagen Golf Estate to the roads in a recent test drive. VOL K S WAGE N launched the new Golf in April of this year with claims of more technology and improved styling to give the car a new look. Like all things Volkswagen the changes are cautious and evolutionary, there’s no denying the Golf heritage. That’s evident across the full range and even more so in the Golf Estate version that I’ve had on the road in recent weeks. The new Golf styling is sharper and more modern. There’s a noticeable feeling of fine tuning, with careful styling details that retain the Golf appearance. The new look is mildly distinctive from the past with new bumpers, new radiator grille, new fullLED tail lights, new hidden exhaust pipes and new glass headlight covers that extend further up the wing of the car a sportier look. These new LED headlights which replace all
xenon headlights of the Golf models give better night time driving light, especially noticeable on rural roads. For estate car drivers the priorities are load, space and comfort coupled with sensible economy. In these features the Golf Estate delivers on most counts, while it’s important to pick your specification choices with care. The test car was the Highline version, which offers the highest specification in the range. That includes a host of safety features and the new more sophisticated touch-screen infotainment system. I was immediately impressed with the new interior design, the layout of the controls and the electronic dash that is instantly attractive to look at and use. This car was powered by the 1.6-litre turbodiesel engine with an 115bhp power rating, just one step up from the base
model in terms of power and torque. The disappointing feature of the specification was the fact that this was matched to a five-speed gearbox and that didn’t seem to allow for the full performance capacity of the 270Nm torque engine. Out on the road, that meant my motor way cruising speeds were pushing the engine into the 2,000+rpm zone and that always impacts on economy. Instead, I opted for more sedate driving to manage the revs and the fuel economy that bit better. The end result was a less exciting driving experience that I would have liked or expected. The positive side of that story is that my range exceeded the car’s expectations. When I sat in behind the wheel the car’s impressive computer system predicted that my range would be 720km on a full tank. In reality, I achieved a figure of more than 840km, which I was
The new generation Volkswagen Golf estate comes with sharper styling and some enhanced driver features including significant interior styling upgrades. Entry prices start at €25,770 for the Trendline models and Volkswagen has lots of tempting Innovation Pack offers for 172 buyers
Volkswagen Golf Estate 1.6 TDI
SPECIFICATIONS
Engine 1.6 litre Engine power 115hp 0 – 100km/hr 10.7 seconds Economy 24km/litre (4.2/100km or 68mpg) Fuel Tank Capacity 50 litres CO2 emissions 109g/km Road Tax Band A3 €190 Main Service 15,000km/12 mon Euro NCAP Rating 5 star (2012) Warranty 3 years/100,000km Entry Price €25,770
impressed about, even if it was more than 30% higher than the official rate of 24km/litre (4.2/100km or 68mpg). Once I took my mind off the five-speed feature and relaxed into the driving, I soon became very comfortable with the new Golf Estate. This car has great
boot capacity with ease of use and a space saver spare under the boot floor. I began to enjoy the new Discover Navigation Pro radio-navigation and online system that features Volkswagen’s gesture control. This system features a large 9.2-inch screen and sits
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Seat sharpen the edges in sportier, new model Ibiza
The dash on the new Volkswagen Golf is very impressive with touch-screen features
alongside the Active Info Display which is standard on all Highline and Performance Golf’s. Just run your hand in front of the screen and the menu options appear. There is also a larger range of online services and apps available for the system to enhance its use. I found that following the easy set up of my mobile phone to the car’s Bluetooth system, I quickly got comfortable with the range of features of the new system.
This Golf is available in three specifications, Trendline, Comfortline and Highline. Volkswagen is offering additional well-priced specification packs to boost the specification levels across each of these grades. For estate car buyers there are a number of attractive looking options from the Ford Focus to the Opel Astra, equally fine cars. The new Golf estate beats both in terms of boot space with or without folding the rear
seats. For true estate car space seekers then the Skoda Octavia will be leading choice. It has all of the power features of the Golf with acres more boot space, especially when you fold the rear seats down the floor. Entry prices for the Golf estate are competitive with diesel models starting from €25,770. The new entry level 1.0 turbo-petrol version is now also worth considering as it has improved economy and similar run-
ning costs to diesel cars. This new Golf has to compete against the popular estate cars including the Ford Focus (€24,740) and Opel Astra (€24,995), both of which have impressive styling and are strong sellers in what is a smaller niche estate car market. If you want even more space than the Golf offering then the new Skoda Octavia (€24,695) with many of the Golf features including the same engine, a further option to consider.
The boot space on the new Volkswagen Golf Estate is spacious at 605 litres, extending to 1,620 litres with the rear seats folded, along with a space saver spare wheel under the floor
Subaru SV comes tops in Japanese safety THE new Subaru XV has recently won the Grand Prix Award for achieving the highest score on record in Japan’s New Car Assessment Program (JNCAP) crash safety evaluation tests. In addition, the XV received the Special Award for being fitted with a pedestrian protection airbag as standard. XV is fitted with a suite of active, passive and pre-crash safety technologies, including Subaru’s flagship EyeSight system. EyeSight is Subaru’s optical advanced Subaru SV0: Subaru’s new XV compact collision avoidance technology. Systems SUV has won the highest score on record from other manufacturers use various in the Japanese crash safety evaluation sensors, such as radar, microwave or tests camera. Subaru’s EyeSight functions via
two camera lenses to the left and right of the rear-view mirror that together create a stereoscopic image. One core feature of EyeSight is PreCollision braking which reliably captures pedestrians in dark clothing in unlit areas, as commonly found throughout rural areas of the UK, and when needed initiates emergency braking. Up to a speed of 28mph, accidents can be completely avoided and the severity significantly reduced at higher speeds. In 2015, Subaru released data from a survey of traffic accidents involving Subaru vehicles in Japan from 2010 to 2014. The data revealed a 61% reduc-
tion in crashes for vehicles equipped with EyeSight, compared to those without. Subaru’s Rear Vehicle Detection system is also fitted as standard – offering blind spot detection, lane change assistance and reversing assistance to enhance all-round preventative safety. Subaru claims that the XV is built on the new Subaru Global Platform which has been engineered to be 70% more rigid. It claims that impact energy absorption is improved by 40% over present models by using a frame structure that absorbs more energy and high-tensile steel plates.
FOUR generations after its initial launch the new Seat Ibiza comes loaded with the latest technology features, outstanding dynamics, and an impressive improvement in interior space and comfort. The new model Ibiza is easily recognisable as a genuine Seat design due to its full LED triangular headlights. The Ibiza is Seat’s most iconic model and the new version gets fresh styling to give it a sharper and sportier style. Seat claims that the new Ibiza is a completely new model. They claim that it has been created to go a major step ahead in safety, design, performance and comfort. This advance in quality was achieved thanks to the new MQB A0 modular platform. The new Seat Ibiza is the Volkswagen Group’s first model to use this platform. The new model comes with key factors including practicality, intelligent technology and connectivity. There are three connectivity options: Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Mirror Link. The Ibiza also features Beats sound-system and an eight-inch touchscreen representing Seat’s commitment to infotainment. Prices for new Ibiza start at €14,995 for the S range, €17,335 for the SE range, €18,745 for XCELLENCE and €19,465 for the FR range.
The new Seat Ibiza
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‘Cannes-do’ is the true spirit around town
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INSIGHT: AUTEURS AND ACTORS FLOCK EN MASSE TO THE SOUTHERN FRENCH RESORT
LAWYER Antonio Ho is in Cannes as part of a Hong Kongbased production company, 72 Dragons. Here, he writes of the everyday hustle and bustle that 72 Dragons and thousands of other companies are engaging in as part of the busy Cannes experience, as deals are struck over films, TV series and online content. GLAMOUR, luxury, and awe are the three words that I have always associated with Cannes International Film Festival. This year, I was fortunate to attend as part of the 72 Dragons team. Cannes Film Festival is indeed a festival – everyone is busy every minute of the day, running around for their next meeting, screening or party. The experience is almost like film production on a tight schedule, where everyone is trying to make things happen – except they’re all much better dressed than a typical film crew! Even out of the camera frame and away from the red carpet, I didn’t find a single badly-dressed person at the festival (though that may be a French thing), while the festival staff look like models pulled from magazine ads. It’s all pretty overwhelming for a first-timer like me – Cannes is definitely not your typical south of France holiday, or destination. My schedule is almost
air-tight because of a whole village of people that I need to meet with, movies from all over the world that I’d like to see, and parties that I need to attend so that I can have more contacts to fit into my schedule of meetings. I’m not alone – everyone at Cannes is pushing their limits to get the most out of the festival for their job and business. However, although it’s set in France, the festival’s connections are global. People from all over the world are now more connected than ever to co-produce some of the best movies, thanks to technology which bridges the gap between film makers and audience. As a global citizen my s e l f – s o m e o n e attending with 72 Dragon’s team comprising people from the United States, the United Kingdom, Honduras and Hong Kong – I can truly see that this is the future of this industry. As they say: “There is no business like show business,” and that’s definitely the case in Cannes!
Cannes may look relaxing – but it’s humming with industry movers and shakers, while every inch feels plastered with posters for all kinds of weird, wonderful and world films. Pictures: Antonio Ho
Oui love this festival MARTIN MACNAMARA
THE 2017 Cannes Film Festival opened on May 17, and this year sees fresh faces alongside festival regulars alongside a batch of controversies unlike anything that’s rocked the Riviera in years gone by. The vast proliferation of ready-to-stream content (a-la Netflix) has caused a fuss amongst supporters of the big screen, while those who’ve decried the rapid development of virtual reality will be shocked by a multimedia installation by Birdman director, Alejandro G Inarritu. There’s little point in trying to cover the varied breadth of cinema that will play at this year’s festival.
Instead here are four of the films we’re most excited about in competition for the festival’s prestigious Palme D’or ...
Okja Why not start with the Netflix-produced South Korean-American coproduction that’s causing all the fuss? Tackling themes of animal cruelty and massmarket entertainment, this dystopian fairytale follows a young girl (newcomer Ahn Seo-hyun) and her best friend, an enormous mutant animal called Okja, as they attempt to flee from a multi-national corporation led by Tilda Swinton. Director Bong Joon-ho
may have split audiences with his recent film, Snowpiercer, but has previously displayed a brilliant and original prowess for dark humour with 2006’s The Host.
Happy End Austrian filmmaker Michael Haneke is one of only seven directors to have won the Palme D’or twice, for 2009’s The White Ribbon and 2012’s Amour. His cold, detached, yet intimate approach to filmmaking tackles the darkness, alienation and estrangement that underlines modern society; Happy End stars Emmanuel Beart and Louis Trintignant in a
family drama set against the backdrop of the Calais refugee crisis.
Loveless Despite tackling heavy themes of corruption, religion and national identitiy, 2014’s Leviathan was a success in director Andrey Zvyagintsev’s home country of Russia, and also picked up an award for best screenplay at Cannes . The fearless director returns with Loveless, the story of a husband and wife whose child goes missing while they’re on the verge of divorce. As with all of Zvyagintsev’s work, expect Loveless to take aim at the societal problems of modern Russia.
The Killing of a Sacred Deer Greek director Yorgos Lanthimos returns to work with Colin Farrell following the wonderfully bizarre success of The Lobster, with this film set to be the second of three cinematic collaborations from the pairing. Farrell plays a brilliant surgeon who takes a teenage boy under his wing, a development that has devastating effects on his personal life. Also starring Nicole Kidman and Alicia Silverstone, The Killing of a Sacred Deer looks set to be run through with Lanthimos’s brilliant directing style and off-beat, matterof-fact performances.
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Witcher has cast its spell on Netflix CONTINUING its habit of creating quirky content, Netflix has started production on a series based on the massively successful Witcher titles, which millions of gamers know are based on the smash-hit books by the Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski. The current hunger for complex, triple-M (Mediveval, magic, monarchs) tales a-la Game of Thrones sees a proven audience already in place for a TV adaptation of Sapkowski’s brutal but decent hero – a character who has starred in smash-hit games, not least in developer CD Projekt Red’s absolutely superb Witcher 3 from a little while back. Geralt is a name that won’t mean anything to many people, but his gen-
uinely complex, flawed character has made quite an impression on gamers, not least because of the understated yet distinctive tones of his VO actor, Doug Cockle. For many, Doug IS Geralt – but not so for Netflix, who have perhaps decided that no matter how great he sounds, Doug may not quite look as stone-cold deadly as Geralt does ... Still, Doug’s taken the news in his stride, echoiing CD Projekt Red’s similarly sidelined stance to wish Netflix all the best. He’s been joking about who he might play instead, but as Doug puts it himself: “ I think [Geralt’s lover] Keira Metz is out.” Look out for Witcher appearing on Netflix in the near future.
Spot the difference: Witcher, skilled killer and dragon slayer Geralt of Rivia, and all-round nice guy voice actor Doug Cockle (or possibly vice versa)
Laptop travel plans scrapped by the US IN A move that many will welcome, US authorities have finally decided not to proceed with the proposed ban on laptops on EU planes they’d been mulling over. EU officials had been very vocal in expressing opposition to the proposals, with objections ranging from the marginal (the inconvenience to business people, poor lambs) to the more worrying (notably, the potential danger of putting lots of items with potentially unstable, combustible batteries in the hold). However, while the proposed ban was scrapped, the US authorities are said to be considering other, further security steps. The ban on electronics in flights from several mostly Muslim countries remains in place.
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SOCIAL MEDIA: CHANGING NATURE OF ONLINE LIFE HITS FACEBOOK
Facing up to new challenges in our connected world ANOTHER week, and another story that dominated tech headlines around the world – the leaking of internal documents revealing how Facebook is coping – or struggling to cope – with the scale of adjusting to moderating content. As reported in a Guardian investigation, and then flashed around the world, Facebook is engaged in a rolling battle against a ceaseless tide of inappropriate content, while at the same time its moderation staff find some of its rules confusing, and the task challenging. Removing revenge porn and sexual content are a growing priority, but the moderators face a huge range of content deemed as violent, aggressive, sexualised or otherwise inappropriate – except that it’s not always clear that the content is indeed ‘wrong’. For example, problems arise with classifying several types of content, with art and historical content often crossing the line into ‘inappropriate’ territory – perhaps best demonstrat-
Facebook’s days of seeming immune to damage are over – now, the company finds itself battling everything from revenge porn to live-streamed SHANE DILLON sdillon@dublingazette.com
murders to bullying. It’s a huge task that would challenge any platform and site to cope with.
ed by Facebook brifely censoring late last year one of the most iconic photos of the 20th Century, that of a naked girl Kim Phuc (9) running away from a napalm attack during The Vietnam War. That photo was swiftly reinstated after an international outcry, with Facebook shortly afterwards revealing that it would begin to monitor content both more closely, and more sensitively. However, according to the Guardian, the scale and nature of content to check is staggering – with the reports showing almost 54,000 potential cases of revenge pornography and “sextortion” were dealt with in a single month alone – and that’s just reported content. In January, Facebook disabled more than 14,000
WeeBytes... WannaCry ransomeware led to surge in upgrades THE global attack by WannaCry on IT systems around the world wasn’t all bad news – several cybersecurity firms reported a spike in revenue after the ransomware’s rampage, as companies hurried to patch up their
accounts related to these types of grotesque sexual abuse, with 33 cases relating to children. With its absolutely enormous user base, there’s no way for the company (or any other huge company or site) to actively track, monitor or
defences and upgrade their systems. Typical revenue surges of between 4-8% were widely reported by several high-profile firms, even as the impact of the cyberattack faded. WannaCry’s effects showed not only that companies and governments alike can’t afford to be complacent in the face of continuous threats, but that even bad news can have an unintended positive impact for some companies and sectors.
moderate content, with it largely relying on userreported content to act. However, the leaked report gives an insight into the scale of problems Facebook now faces as it adjusts to its growing role as a digital and news content provider.
Hacker hero blasts a new enemy – the press STAYING with WannaCry, and a key figure in that story – a young coder who helped spot it, and helped to stop its spread – found himself facing unwanted attention. Modest Marcus Hutchins (22) spotted a vulnerability that largely curtailed its spread, and initially sought to stay anonymous.
It’s a story that we’re all likely to read more about, as Facebook, and other tech titans, find themselves increasingly fighting malicious content that no company would endorse. Facebook’s battles represent a content war that looks set to rage on.
However, it wasn’t long before he found his face and address plastered all over a variety of front pages. Joking at first about having to climb over his back wall to escape journalists, Marcus was soon reporting that everyone around him was being hounded, and that anoyingly he has to find a new place to live, now that he has been identified. You know what they say about no good deed going unpunished ...
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AS IT HAPPENED THE MINUTE BY MINUTE TWISTS AND TURNS OF THE FINAL DAY OF THE LSL SUNDAY SENIOR DIVISION: 7.30pm Both games get underway. As it stands: Bluebell are champions with an advantage over St Mochta’s on goal difference 7.47 Bluebell penalty, Crumlin down to ten men for a handball clearance by David Vickery.
SOCCER: BLUEBELL WIN BATTLE BUT LOSE THE SUNDAY SENIOR WAR
Super Saints soar to leave Bell feeling Blue
7.48 Tony Griffiths fires Bluebell’s penalty a foot over the Crumlin bar. 7.57 Karl Somers puts St Mochta’s in front at Wayside Celtic. As it stands: Mochta’s ahead. 8.20 Half time in both games. Mochta’s in pole position but Bluebell arguably still favourites facing ten men. 8.43 David Kelly puts Mochta’s 2-0 up. 9.11 Gareth Cooney hooks Bluebell in front at Crumlin. As it stands: Bluebell lead by one goal on goal difference 9.12 Conor Murphy immediately equalises for Crumlin. As it stands: Mochta’s 9.13 Denis Moran scores from distance to put Mochta’s 3-0 up, bringing goal difference into play. As it stands: Mochta’s St Mochta’s players and management alike celebrate their LSL Sunday Senior success at Jackson Park last Saturday
9.15 Karl Russell strike deflects in for Bluebell, they lead 2-1. As it stands: Mochta’s lead on goals scored. 9.20 90th minute Dean Kelly penalty for Mochta’s leaves Bluebell needing two more in Crumlin. 4-0. The game concludes shortly afterwards. As it stands: Mochta’s on goal difference. 9.27 The game has a long tail in Crumlin, but Bluebell never seriously threaten to net; the final whistle goes to wild celebration at Wayside. Mochta’s are LSL Sunday Senior champions.
CLASS Act BLUEBELL BOSS ANDY NOONAN REFLECTS ON THE SEASON: “First of all congratulations to Brian McCarthy, who I’ve the utmost respect for, and St Mochtas for winning the league tonight. It’s a great feeling and you should be proud of your achievement. “How do I talk about my own lads? The craziest group of players ever assembled who tonight gave it there all. To go to Crumlin and win is never easy and to do it and accepting the league position I do not feel disappointed. “In the words of Vince Lombardi: ‘I firmly believe that any man’s finest hour, the greatest fulfillment of all that he holds dear, is that moment when he has worked his heart out in a good cause and lies exhausted on the field of battle - victorious.’”
LSL SUNDAY SENIOR Wayside Celtic St Mochta’s
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Crumlin 1 Bluebell United 2 JAMES HENDICOTT sport@dublingazette.com
A DRAMATIC FINAL day in the Leinster Senior League saw St Mochta’s crowned champions of Leinster’s top tier on goal difference after the Clonsilla club thrashed Wayside Celtic away, ove r c o m i n g h o l d e r s Bluebell United on goal difference. Going into the evening dubbed Super Saturday, Bluebell sat ahead of St Mochta’s by virtue of a two better goal difference, having missed the chance to take the title a week earlier. Mochta’s defeated the reigning champions to take the race to the final day. Bluebell travelled to
arch rivals Crumlin United - who at two points behind, still had a slim shot at the title themselves - while St Mochta’s faced a seemingly tricky trip up the Dublin mountains. Unsurprisingly, perhaps, things got off to a slightly scrappy start in both contests. Bluebell opened well against Crumlin, taking a lot of the early possession without making any real inroads on their rival’s goal. Mochta’s looked more likely at Wayside but weren’t able to break the resistance of their hosts early on. The first major event came 17 minutes in, in Crumlin. A pacey attacking move from Bluebell United saw some less-thanconvincing goalkeeping by Michael Quinn, who should probably have cut out a cross from the right.
Instead the ball spun up in the air and, with Gareth Cooney shaping to turn home, David Vickery smashed the ball away from the midfielder with his fist. It was the only really major moment of an angsty first half; Vickery saw red, and Tony Griffiths blasted the resulting penalty a foot over the Crumlin bar. Ten minutes later in Kilternan, a Karl Somers volley put St Mochta’s top of the ‘as-it-stands’ table. Despite a slightly indifferent first half, however, Bluebell – now facing ten men – still had their destiny in their own hands. The contests came alive in the second half. Ten man Crumlin were posing a significant threat against Bluebell, creating more on the break than the possession-dominating holders were managing at the
other end. Shane Stritch was a terror in the Crumlin defence for Bluebell, while Conor Murphy put the pressure on at the other end, and Crumlin had a convincing looking call for a penalty turned down off the ball. Mochta’s, meanwhile, were cementing their three points. Dean Kelly volleyed in for a second and goal difference began to look like a potentially decisive factor. It took until ten minutes from time for Bluebell to finally make numbers count with Cooney turning in a scrambled ball to the back post. Straight from kick off, though, a fired-up Crumlin netted at the near post via the impressive Murphy. Bluebell had been in a position to take the title for just over a minute. Three minutes after the Crumlin equaliser, Blue-
bell were to net again via a Karl Russell effort, finished at the second attempt. But, by then, a Denis Moran strike from distance in Wayside had put Mochta’s ahead on goals scored. The news had clearly already filtered to Andy Noonan’s bench. Urging his men forward, Noonan soon visibly to have foreseen the end of their title chances. A 90th minute penalty for Dean Kelly at Wayside meant that even with seven minutes of added on time at Crumlin, Bluebell needed two quickfire goals that Crumlin never really looked like conceding. News filtered on to the pitch and Bluebell heads dropped. A victory over local rivals normally worth celebrating was met at full time with a subdued silence as both sides strolled off, Mochta’s being both a goal up on goal difference and ahead on goals scored. S t Mo c h t a ’s we r e crowned champions in Wayside - after a period waiting on the pitch for the contest in Crumlin to conclude - to wild celebrations. Their achievement is all the more remarkable given the Clonsilla side are completing in only their second season at this level and played out a season in mid table last time out. This year, consistency and grit at the last helped them overcome the LSL’s traditional power clubs to take the title.
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Basketball masters roll back years across Dublin THE fifth Dublin Masters basketball tournament proved a huge success, culminating in three exciting finals in a packed Oblate Hall. It was a weekend jam packed of basketball with 75 games spread over a number of venues featuring former stars of Irish and European basketball who proved as competitive as ever. In total, 38 teams took part in an event partly sponsored by Failte Ireland with 14 travelling from overseas countries such as Russia, Estonia, Italy, Belgium, England, Scotland and Lithuania. First up, the Over-50 men’s final was contested by two foreign teams with Cus Bari of Italy coming from behind to beat E-Tehno of Estonia, sparking wild team celebrations reminiscent of an underage schools final. This was followed by a fantastic ladies Over-40s final between Wild Rovers going for their fourth title in a row and Oblate Dynamoes looking to win their first title having been runners-up on three previous occasions. Oblates played superb for the first three quarters and took a seven-point lead into the fourth quarter creating an exciting and emotional atmosphere in their home gym/ But Wild Rovers are not three time champions for nothing and came roaring back in the final quarter. With mounting injuries and tired bodies, Oblates couldn’t get over the finish line and Wild Rovers retained their trophy on a 38-30 score line. By this time, the famous Oblate Hall was packed and ready for a Dublin Derby final featuring two staunch opponents from the National League from back in the 1980s, St Vincent’s & St. Declan’s. In a fantastic game with little to choose between both teams, the lead changed hands several times and it was Declan’s who took a four-point lead into the final quarter. St Vincent’s had a couple of chances to close the gap but a couple of vital misses let Declan’s slowly extend the lead with just a minute remaining and took the Tom McLoughlin Trophy 42-34.
Peat brings the heat to Irish rugby fifteen
Artane woman throwing everything into her latest sport having previously excelled at soccer, basketball and for the Dublin ladies footballers with a World Cup now the focus DAVID DONNELLY sport@dublingazette.com
ARTANE’S Lindsay Peat has put her career on hold in order to throw everything she has at a once-in-a-lifetime shot at winning a Rugby World Cup title in her home town. Indeed, it’s an opportunity Peat wouldn’t even have contemplated as, aged 35, she wound down her GAA career with Parnells and Dublin, one that had seen her typically decorated at all levels. After welcoming baby Barra into the world with wife Claire late in 2015, Peat was suddenly thrust into the world
of test rugby and has scarcely had time to look back since. “I spoke to my wife and she said, ‘it’s Ireland calling and you can’t say no’,” she told reporters at the AIG Heroes event at Bluebell Community College. “We gave it a chance and thankfully I’ve settled in well and people have had great patience with me and invested so much time. “You only get one chance to play in the World Cup so you just have to give it everything. I’ve cut down my days [at work] to two days a week to try and give it my full commitment.
“At the minute, I’m working in the HSE and I’ve an 18-month-old, so I stay at home three days a week and try and balance family life and training. Work are very good.” Illustrating her schedule, she said: “From last night finishing at 8.30, doing a bit of passing ourselves after, I didn’t get home until nine, had dinner, got showered, and then I was back up at 5.15 this morning. “To recover and be at the level you can be to get the best out of that gym, that’s where the imbalance is [with fullyprofessional sides like England].” While the IRFU has a
Irish rugby international Lindsay Peat in Bluebell Community Centre at the AIG Heroes event along with pupils from Our Lady of the Wayside School. Picture: Sam Barnes/Sportsfile
noted policy of identifying players across sports who have the potential to prosper in rugby, Peat was unusual in that she had a long and successful career already behind her. She had been an underage soccer international, had captained her country in basketball and was part of the
going to throw you in at the deep end again in the Six Nations.’” The impetus had come from the trainer Graham Byrne – who has been credited as one of the main factors in Dundalk FC’s incredible succcess in recent years – but not even he could have predicted how seamlessly she’d take to the game.
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‘When I played in the Stoop [for my debut], it was my eighth ever rugby match. It’s ridiculous to say’ - Lindsay Peat
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Dublin football squad that won the 2010 AllIreland Championship before turning her hand to the oval ball. She had moved to south Dublin and retired from active GAA in 2015 when she accepted a long-extended invitation to try her hand at rugby with the Railway Union club in Sandymount. Within months, she had been fast-tracked into Tom Tierney’s test side and made her debut as a sub in a November international against England at the Stoop. “When I played in the Stoop it was my eighth ever rugby match. It’s ridiculous to say. “ To m s a i d , ‘ I ’ v e thrown you in at the deep end, you’ve had a steep learning curve, and to be honest I’m
“We had a guy, Graham By rne, who’s wo r ke d w i t h D u n d alk – he’s their S&C [strength and conditioning coach]. “He was our basketball S&C and his cousin is Shirley Corcoran who is director of rugby and player with Railway Union. “For two years, Shirley was like, ‘please come down, Graham recommended you to give it a go,’ and at the time I was living in the northside. “I was totally immersed in what I was doing: I was back in college’ I was trying to win an O’Connor Cup. “When we did eventually move to Dundrum, I was too loyal – I wasn’t going to leave Parnells or go play with any other basketball clubs.”
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Sheppard rounds up hat trick in Carroll Cup win PHILIP Sheppard, pictured above, was the man of the moment for Booth Road Celtic as his hat trick helped them lift the Tom Carroll cup after an impressive 5-0 victory over CIE Ranch in the final at Westmanstown. Mikey Collins wasn’t too far behind ‘Sheppy’ in the hero stakes as he found the back of the net twice himself during another standout performance. The Ranch actually began the game brightly but Booth Road were also a danger from the start and Sheppard showed he was up for the game by smashing the bar early on after finding himself one on one with the keeper. It took until the 33rd minute for the first goal of the game but it was worth the wait as Collins and Sheppard combined to clinical effect. The former’s 50 yard pass was met with exquisite control by the latter and finished past the keeper. Booth Road took the slender lead into the break but the Ranch almost levelled shortly after the restart. However, former Shamrock Rovers hitman Sheppard increased his side’s advantage with a curling finish. With Collins having assisted in Sheppard’s first goal, the latter returned the favour to put Booth Road 3-0 up. His run towards goal via the wing resulted in him unleashing a shot that was saved by Ranch’s keeper but parried into the path of Collins. Sheppard refused to let up in search of a hat trick and forced the keeper into another great save as he attempted to keep the score line down. His efforts were in vain, however, as Collins grabbed his second of the game after breaking free from an offside trap. Veteran Sheppard was not to be denied and eventually managed to complete his hat-trick two minutes from time with a strike from the edge of the box that finished in the bottom corner.
SOCCER: CLONDALKIN CLUB SHOOT DOWN ALL-IRELAND CHAMPIONS
Collinstown’s Leinster Junior Cup winning side, left, and manager Kevin Carroll, centre of picture on right, with the trophy
Collins’ the kings of Leinster LJC FINAL Collinstown 2 Sheriff YC 2 Collinstown win 4-3 on pens sport@dublingazette.com
COLLINSTOWN won the Leinster Junior Cup for the second time in three years with a 3-2 win on penalties after a thrilling tie against reigning AUL champions Sheriff YC ended 2-2 after extra-time. The Clondalkin side can now add the cup to the LSL Sunday Major 1 title they won during their debut season in the league and they can also add the Polikoff cup to their haul if they can get the better of Willow Park. Sheriff started strongly
but were dealt a blow when Anthony Kavanagh saw red early on after an off the ball incident with Graham Doyle. Darren Clarke made a lung-bursting run down the left wing and beat two players before clipping the ball into Ian McNeill at the back post. Lee Murphy kept out his effort on goal and the ball was cleared into touch. As the resultant throw in was about to be taking, Doyle hit the deck and Kavanagh received his marching orders. Defending champions Sheriff were enjoying large spells of possession but Collinstown were the side creating chances. Sheriff’s
SUPER SAINT Kane plays his part in DDSL’s inter league gold ST FRANCIS’S Tadgh Kane was part of the
DDSL Under-12 side that won the Subway Inter League last weekend as they beat Cork 1-0 in the final at the Showgrounds in Sligo. A late winner from Cillian Geraghty proved the difference in the annual interleague competition after the first half had ended scoreless with precious little between the sides. The DDSL also won the Under-13 title courtesy of a 2-0 final win over Cork.
ten men were defending resolutely, however, and managed to keep it scoreless going into the break. Collinstown hit the ground running in the second half and took the lead just minutes after the restart through veteran striker Clarke. The former Dublin Bus assistant manager got on the end of Clarke’s knockdown to fire past Murphy. Sheriff tried to get back on terms immediately and forged a couple of chances that Murphy brothers Sean and Anthony could have done better with. The inner-city side grew in confidence as the half wore on with Collinstown starting to drop deeper
and deeper. The sides were then brought level, but in terms of numbers rather than goals – Richie Coates joining Kavanagh for an early bath after picking up his second yellow card. Declan Woods produced an excellent save to deny Sheriff the lead with seven minutes remaining after using his leg to keep out Sean Murphy’s diving header. Woods was on hand to keep out another Murphy chance before showing bravery to deny John Rock at the back post. Sheriff then had a chance cleared off the line before eventually drawing level when Anthony Murphy launched a throw into
the box. There was some confusion about whether the goal was given until the referee finally decided it could stand after consulting with his linesman. With regular time drawing to a close, McNeill had to clear off the line Paul Murphy’s attempt to snatch victory for Sheriff. The first period of extratime proved uneventful but the second period saw both sides score. McNeill put Collinstown back in front but Sheriff equalised straight from tip off through Thomas Dunne. Sheriff have an enviable record at penalties but this time it was Collinstown who came out on top from 12 yards.
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LEAGUE VICTORY
Pat’s off the bottom with win over Setanta
CLUB NOTICEBOARD ROUND TOWER, CLONDALKIN
ST PAT’S Palmerstown recorded a fine eight-point win as they saw off Setanta last Saturday on a scoreline of 2-11 to 1-6. It was the Glenauline club’s first win of the campaign and lifts them off the bottom of the rankings, leap-frogging over Setanta and Naomh Barrog. They are nest in action against mid-table Ballinteer St john’s on June 10 as they bid to continue their winning form.
HURLING: O’REILLY AND SOMERS PROVIDE KEY SCORES
OUR senior hurlers returned to league
as follows: the Cul Camp will be hosted
action and to winning ways with success
on July 3-7 at Monastery Road and the
away to Commercials. Our junior hurlers
following week, July 10-14, the club camp
also enjoyed league success with a win
will take place. Kids from four to 12 years
over St Oliver Plunkett’s.
of age are very welcome to participate.
Starting this week, the Hurl with Me
Each camp will run frin 10am to 2pm.
camogie initiative will take place in Mon-
Register at Towers Og, 10am to 11.30am,
astery Road. It will run on Wednesdays
every Saturday morning at Monastery
at Monastery Road from 6-7pm. Girls
Road.
aged seven to ten years of age and their
Line dancing is continuing every
parents/guardians are invited to par-
Thursday in the club with newcomers
ticipate.
welcome. It starts at 8pm with the cover
This coming Saturday, we’ve live music
charge being €5.
in the club as senior football captain
Bingo takes place every Tuesday in
Mick Hallows holds his fundraising draw
the club with first call at 8.30pm. Jack-
ahead of his Kilimanjaro climb in aid of
pot this week is €1,000 if checked within
the Irish Cancer Society. A signed Dublin
52 numbers. All welcome.
jersey from the All-Ireland final 2016 and
Round Tower lotto (May 15): the jack-
framed Irish soccer World Cup qualifier
pot is €9,300. Numbers drawn were 3,
jersey are up for grabs. Support Mick’s
9, 22 and 26, the bonus ball was 13. No
climb by purchasing your raffle ticket
overall winner and no bonus ball winner.
via our website. All welcome to the club
Three €100 winners: Dave and Gerry,
on Saturday.
Active Retirement, Tony Core. Thanks to
Our Summer Camp 2017 details are
all who participated.
ST PAT’S, PALMERSTOWN
Lucan Sarsfields’ senior hurlers have rised to the top of AHL Division 2.
Lucan lead way in AHL2 over Faughs AHL DIVISION ONE Lucan Sarsfields 0-15 Faughs 0-12 sport@dublingazette.com
LUCAN Sarsfields enjoyed a good weekend on the hurling front as their senior and junior B sides both recorded victories. The seniors moved top of the AHL Division 2 table with a 0-15 to 0-12 win over the now second placed Faughs at 12th Lock. Lucan were by far the better team throughout the game and probably should have walked away with a much more com-
fortable win. They started well to take a 0-11 to 0-7 lead into the break, thanks largely to the scoring prowess of Kevin O’Reilly. Lucan managed to stretch the lead to seven points after the opening period of the second half but Faughs hit back to keep themselves within touching distance of a result. Two points was all that separated the two sides late on but a Tommy Somers late free secured the win. Lucan have now won three of their four games during an unbeaten start
to season, with their next league game against St Oliver Plunketts ER in two weeks time. The junior B side also secured their third win from the first four games with a 0-18 to 2-10 victory over Realt Dearg at Drimnagh Castle. Lucan star ted the game with the wind at their backs but were sluggish throughout the first half and had Mark Quaid and Brian Fagan to thank for keeping them in touch with the hosts. A melee then saw both sides reduced to 14 with Ger Twohig receiving his marching orders for
Lucan. The first half drew to a close with Realt Dearg ahead by three points with a score of 0-8 to 0-5. The home side were the ones to enjoy a wind advantage in the second half but it was Lucan who kicked the first two scores to narrow the gap to one. Realt Dearg hit back with a goal from a free but Lucan once again responded with some well taken points. Another goal soon followed but Aidan Glover and Keith Masterson impressed late on to take the victory.
THE U-16s did themselves and their
Well done to all the Gaelic4girls who
mentors proud and got to their cham-
have completed their eight weeks
pionship final in O’Toole Park on Satur-
introduction to football. Thanks to
day.
Denise Mullins, Ciara Blake and Michael
They were up against a strong Bally-
Reilly who helped make the programme
boden side and kept battling to the end
a success. Thanks to Dublin senior
but were unfortunately not to come
player Amy Conroy who presented the
away with a win. Well done to all.
girls with their certificates and Jer-
Another great win for the U-13 football team vs Na Fianna, 7-7 to 1-6; growing in strength every game. Great eight point win for the senior hurlers on Saturday evening at home vs Setanta.
seys. This week’s lotto numbers were 8, 17, 21 and 24. There was no winner. Next week the jackpot is €6,200. Thanks for all your continued support. Our actors for our Oskars fundrais-
St Pat’s Palmerstown U-10s played
er are rehearsing again on Monday
out a great, entertaining draw on Sat-
night. Our first movies will be filmed
urday in their hurling match against
on May 27 and 28. Best of luck to all
Naomh Olaf.
involved.
LUCAN SARSFIELDS THERE are some important changes
win to their trophy collection at the
proposed to minor football and hurl-
weekend.
ing structures. You can help shape the
In a club communication, chairman
club’s response to the proposed chang-
Ben Murphy has asked all players, men-
es by attending a meeting on Tuesday
tors supporters etc to “have your say”
evening at 9pm.
in a South Dublin County Council survey
Last week, there was no winner of the
(sdcc.ie/haveyoursay). We are asking
€3,800 lotto and the numbers were 9, 13,
that you vote for the proposed multi-
21 and 25. Next week’s €4,200 draw will
games sports wall in Lucan.
be managed by Team Mary Flannery and
On Thursday, May 18, Lucan Sarsfields
will be sponsored by Lucan Village Phar-
Health and Wellbeing committee held
macy. Tickets can be purchased online,
their inaugural event, an evening with
at the club, in Carey’s Newsagents or in
Michael Fennelly. This event was a great
Vesey Arms or Kenny’s Bar.
success, with a crowd of approximately
Senior hurling overcame Faughs on
150 packing the club bar.
Saturday night by 0-15 to 0-12 which
Fancy a new car? The club are having a
leaves them in a leading position in Divi-
summer draw with a €30,000 prize fund
sion 2.
including the first prize of a brand new
The U-16A footballers added a shield
Seat Ataca.
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