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Curvy Clondalkin single mum wins beauty comp Delight for Seana as she tops the poll to be 2016 face of a UK lingerie company
SYLVIA POWNALL A SINGLE mum who struggled with body confidence has won a lingerie modelling competition in the UK. Seana Sweeney, 31, told of her delight after she beat 2,000 other entrants and secured a
record-breaking online ballot of more than 9,000 votes to be named Curvy Kate’s Star In A Bra 2016. The size 14 receptionist, who lives in Foxdene in Clondalkin, is the first mother to win the title, and she wants to spread the message that we
should love our bodies. The thrilled Cldonalkin mum said: “It’s something that’s important to me – women should feel comfortable in their skin, and love their bodies, no matter what size or shape they are.” See Full Story on Page 3
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TEMPORARY SUSPENSION | ACTS OF ANTI-SOCIAL BEHAVIOUR
Bus service forced to stop after youths throw stones at 79A IAN BEGLEY DUBLIN Bus services were temporarily suspended yet again in Lucan’s surrounding area last week, with youths targeting the 79A. Youths seen throwing stones at the bus last Monday forced the service to curtail its usual operation in the Cherry Orchard area. A few days later, Dublin Bus said this service was unable to ser ve passengers at Kylemore and Decies Road for about one hour, and were forced to divert to
Ballyfermot Road. Over the last number of years, the 79A service has been dogged with multiple incidents of anti-social behaviour, with the route withdrawn or suspended due to vandalism. In 2013, Dublin Bus issued an appeal in Ballyfermot Civic Centre amidst fears that the service could be disbanded. If a bus is targeted due to anti-social behaviour, Dublin Bus will withdraw its service for one hour. If a second incident is reported on the same
day, the service is withdrawn for the night. The company says that around five to ten stone throwing incidents happen a month, but that they don’t have records for other incidents. One such initiative was the introduction of CCTV on buses. T he entire Dublin Bus fleet of 1,000 buses is fully fitted with CCTV cameras with up to eight internal cameras
and two external cameras fitted on the more modern vehicles in the fleet. “Each Dublin Bus depot has a designated staff member whose principal task is to monitor and maintain these cameras. “T he f oota ge a nd pictures which can be downloaded from the CCTV systems has proven to be invaluable in terms of helping An Garda Siochana to pur-
sue the prosecution of offending individuals. Since the introduction of CCTV on all Dublin Bus buses, incidents of anti-social behaviour and vandalism on buses have decreased.” The Dublin Bus spokesperson said that the company maintains a strong relationship with gardai and community forums, with community programme co-ordinators proving a particular success.
Community grants VOLUNTARY groups can avail of community grants up to €30,000 from South Dublin County Council. Cllr Trevor Gilligan (FF) is calling on organisations to apply for the funding before the deadline on Friday, September 16. The categories include employment grants for community centres, funding for maintenance and running costs, equipment grants and more. Money is also available under the scheme for IT infrastructure, networking
and administration. Cllr Gilligan said: “I would urge all community and sports groups, community centres, Tidy Towns groups and local projects to apply. “The community grants don’t come around that often. “There are numerous sports and other groups in Clondalkin who badly need this funding and even a small grant of €500 goes a long way.” For details email comdevof@sdublincoco.ie.
Taking in charge of estate progresses SINN Fein councillor Ma rk Wa rd ha s we l c o m e d n e w s o f the council’s progress towards taking in charge Ballynakelly in Newcastle. He said: “The tak-
ing in charge of Ballynakelly in Newcastle has been an issue for residents for a number of years now. “This will mean that the council will be responsible for services
and public areas including public roads, footpaths, trees, public lighting and open spaces. “However it is essential that roads, footpaths, ser vices and open spaces are finished by the developer to a standard acceptable to the council prior to taking in charge.” The council says it is awaiting completion of public lighting works before it can complete the process. “This news is a step in the right direction,” said Cllr Ward.
FASTNews New Harvey Norman store to create 50 jobs HARVEY Norman is to create 50 new jobs with the expansion of its Tallaght store at a new location. The outlet will be located in Airton Road Retail Park and construction is due to get under way in October. The move will see the furniture and white goods chain merge five smaller retail units to create what it promises will be “an exciting new flagship format”. It will also see Airton get its first anchor tenant. The retail park never opened and has been lying derelict since 2008. Harvey Norman plans to invest in the region of €6m in the project to develop and rejuvenate the area with a modern retail operation. The Airton Road store will boast almost 60,000 sq ft of retail space, a 250-space car park, 42 cycle park stands and a Costa Coffee cafe. The chain will fund new access and road improvements to the Greenhills Road – as per its planning permission from South Dublin County Council. This includes widening lanes, provision of a cycle lane, right-hand turn lanes, traffic lights, pedestrian and cycle crossing points and traffic management systems. Blaine Callard, CEO of Harvey Norman Ireland, said: “We have been actively looking for a fifth Dublin site for some time. The existing location and buildings on the corner of Airton Road and Greenhills Road are perfect for this new huge Harvey Norman. “We think people will come a long way to shop in this store. It’s going to be amazing.” Recruitment for the new Tallaght store roles – including sales, cashiers and administration will begin shortly. More details at www.harveynorman.ie/careers.
Decision on Belgard Lidl store due within weeks
A DECISION on a controversial proposal to demolish the Belgard Inn and build a Lidl foodstore is due within weeks. South Dublin County Council planners requested additional information on the application which has now been submitted for consideration. The additional information, requested in May, relates to visual and residential amenity, noise impact, detailed information on the water main layout, and an environmental impact study. The council sought the information on foot of a number of objections lodged by local residents. They are concerned about the increased traffic, site boundaries, issues during construction and fear of anti-social behaviour.
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PEOPLE | CURVACEOUS CLONDALKIN SINGLE MUM WINS
The thighs and lows of learning to accept your body SYLVIA POWNALL A SINGLE mum who struggled with body confidence has won a lingerie modelling competition in the UK. Seana Sweeney, 31, told of her delight after she beat 2,000 other entrants and secured a recordbreaking online ballot of more than 9,000 votes to
“I didn’t expect to get very far, and I definitely didn’t expect to win.” The bubbly beauty believes her family definitely had a hand in her newfound success and huge online vote – and even her granny got in on the action. She said: “My friends and my family were amazing. They were sharing my
a size 6 or 8. “I had big everything – big freckles, big lips, big bum, big hips. “A n d I hated all of it. I remember walking down the street,
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be named Curvy Kate’s Star In A Bra 2016. The size 14 receptionist, who lives in Foxdene in Clondalkin, is the first mother to win the title, and she wants to spread the message that we should love our bodies. Seana told The Gazette: “I couldn’t believe it when I won. I nearly died of shock! I buy their underwear all the time, and when I saw there was no size requirement to enter I thought, ‘To hell with it’.
entry everywhere; it was all over Facebook. “My Granny was even going around the local shops asking people to vote for me and stuff!” Curvy Seana, mum to eight-year-old Drew, suffered her fair share of insecurities as a teenager. She said: “I absolutely hated my body growing up. I was always bigger and more awkward than my friends, who were all gorgeous and petite. “Back then, I would have given anything to be
aged 14, in my new cream Levi jeans. I thought I looked great, until some guy shouted ‘Thunder thighs’. “I wanted the ground to open up and swallow me. But when I became pregnant, I began to appreciate how amazing my body was. “I’ve come through the other side of accepting myself now, and being genuinely happy in my own skin.
CURVE YOUR ENTHUSIASM: Above and left: Seana in official shots for Curvy Kate’s Star In A Bra 2016 campaign; Right: It’s hard not to swoon over voluptuous Ms Sweeney
“It’s somet h i n g t h a t ’ s important to me – women should feel comfortable in their skin, and love their bodies, no matter what size or shape they are.” Curv y Kate specialises in lingerie for b i g g e r- b u s t e d women, with an ‘open to all’ poli-
cy, and Seana – a 32FF – is delighted to be the face of the brand for the next 12 months. She said: “I have a photoshoot with them for their catalogue in October, and I’ll feature in their online campaigns and adverts. “I also won a one-year contract with Bridge Models, who specialise in plus-size models, so I’m very excited about that. I’m delighted to break the UK [market]!” Seana also wins an allexpenses paid trip to London and a year’s supply of Curvy Kate lingerie.
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FUNERAL | BROTHER PAYS TRIBUTE AFTER TRAGEDY
Community says goodbye to Daniel SYLVIA POWNALL BIKERS formed a guard of honour at the funeral of “superstar” Daniel Dano Sheridan who was laid to rest on Monday. The 13-year-old motocross enthusiast, from Kingswood in Tallaght, fell from his bike at a course near Limavady in County Derry last Thursday. Daniel – who was due to start secondary school - was airlifted to hospital but passed away on Friday. Motocross boots, a football and jersey from his beloved St Jude’s club, and a dog’s lead he used to walk his pet Sheeba were among the symbols brought to the altar during his packed funeral mass. Mourners at St Anne’s Church wore brightly
coloured shirts to honour their pal who were told of his popularity and zest for life by celebrant Fr Michael Murphy. Days before the funeral his devastated brother Dean had paid tribute to his “blessing of a brother”. He said: “He was a kind and gentle young boy, he wouldn’t hurt a fly. “He loved life and looked up to me and my bro Jake. “His smile was just wonderful. I’ll truly miss him - my hero, my everything, my world. “He was something special such a nice boy, a blessing of a brother.” Dean added: “I am truly gutted and in shock. Family and friends are really going to miss this little superstar.” A memorial service for the tragic teen was held at St Kilian’s senior school
on Saturday morning to allow his pals to say goodbye. Afterwards Joe Edgeworth thanked staff on behalf of the parents association.
He said: “The support and help surely helped all who attended. Such a loss to the wider community and all his friends. Rest in peace Daniel.”
First steps for this 60kg baby
Daniel was a motocross enthusiast
MEET ... well, in fact, this latest addition to Dublin Zoo doesn’t have a name just yet, but the children of Ireland are invited to help come up with a suitable name for this southern white rhinoceros calf. Weighing in at about 60kg, he has joined the rest of the herd – Sam, Reni, Chaka, Zanta, Nyala, and his mother, Ashanti - at the African Savanna, where plenty of cooling mud (courtesy of the Irish summer) helped him to mark out some messy first steps in front of delighted zoo visitors. The calf’s arrival marks the latest addition for the zoo, which is enjoying a boom in visitor numbers following extensive upgrades and the addition of diverse enclosures. Children are invited to suggest a name for the calf, based on his African origin, via www.DublinZoo.ie. Picture: Patrick Bolger
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WELCOME BACK OUR OLYMPIANS
Lots of great home-made signs were held aloft .
She’s got silver – but he’s got gold! Olympic silver medallist Annalise Murphy and An Cathaoirleach of Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County
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Council, Cllr Cormac Devlin (FF), compare their precious metals. Picture: Maxwell Photography
Water great party to honour Annalise P
Annalise and some of her fellow Olympians. Picture: Maxwell Photography
EOPLE from all across the city, and further afield, made their way to Dun Laoghaire to help give a rousing reception to Olympian Annalise Murphy, and local Olympic athletes. With a great community gathering arranged by Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, Annalise and all the Olympians enjoyed a day to remember, with a great crowd of well-wishers eager to welcome them home and offer them their congratulations. Selfies with the silver were the order of the day for many people who were lucky enough to meet Annalise, but everyone was happy to honour all of the athletes who had given their all for Ireland, and did the country proud with their sporting efforts. The homecoming ceremony was a welcome way to help highlight the passion for sport and commitment to true sportsmanship found all across the city, county and country – qualities which our Olympians won’t be rowing back from any time soon.
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Tommy Keogh, Eimear Ging, Josephine Byrne and Teresa O’Leary
Deirdre and Robin Healy
Catherine and Stephen Hurley
Judith McElhinney
A lesson learned Katie, Jamie & Evelyn Heffelfinger. Pictures: STEPHEN FLEMING
THERE was an interesting and stimulating range of events during National Heritage Week in Clondalkin this year. As well as heritage walks, there was a talk on the histroy of St John’s Church and a celebration of 100 years of the Round Tower GAA Club. This national event aims to build awareness and education about our heritage to encourage its conservation and preservation.
Mary Sheridan
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Horticultural Show set to return again this October THE Clondalkin and District Horticultural Show 2016 – revived last year after an absence of almost 30 years – returns again this October. The 2016 show takes place in Aras Chronain on Sunday, October 9 with an impressive 38 categories for children and 59 for adults. TV’s Bakeoff fans can enter the baking section with competitions also in photography, art, flower arranging, produce, preserves and crafts. Cllr Francis Timmons, who is marketing officer for the event, says it’s an ideal opportunity for a day out all the family can enjoy. He added: “Events like this are what makes our community. This was for years an annual high-
light in Clondalkin and I’m delighted it’s back. “It’s an opportunity to showcase so many different creative and local talents. We have incredible ability and creativity on our doorstep. “This is a chance to show off the best of our district.” The Clondalkin and District Horticultural Show 2016 is open to all Clondalkin, Lucan, Palmerstown, Rathcoole and Newcastle residents. Family entertainment includes face painting, magician Colm Dawson, live music, dance displays, street theatre, set dancing, martial arts displays and a mobile animal petting farm. There will also be vehicle displays from the Civil Defence, vintage cars, a fun cycle and
lots more. Volunteers are needed on the day (10am to 6pm) to help things run smoothly and entry forms for the various categories are due by a deadline of September 22.
Facebook updates at facebook.com/ClondalkinDistrictHorticulturalShow, call in to Maureen at Loza Wool or the library, or contact Cllr Timmons at 087 2869315 or Ca rmel Lyons at 087 6646705.
Little angels light up the sky MARK and Melissa Luttrell are pictured at a gathering in Tallaght last Saturday to pay tribute to anyone who has lost a baby or young child. The Light Up The Sky event, where people release lanterns into the night sky, was organised by Melissa, a young Jobstown mother of one who lost her first baby through miscarriage at three months. Those in attentance on the night described it as a beautiful and poignant way for anyone who has lost a young child to mark their loss and remember their ‘little angels’. Picture: Aishling Conway
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Looming series of bus strikes to hit city’s weary commuters COMMUTERS are set for big headaches this month after Dublin Bus drivers announced six days of strike action across September. Siptu and the National Bus and Rail Union (NBRU) served notice of the 48-hour stoppages to the company on Tuesday as drivers looked to ratchet up their campaign for pay rises. The stoppages will take place on the 8th, 9th, 15th, 16th, 23rd and 24th of September. In July, Dublin Bus staff rejected a Labour Court recommendation for an 8.25% increase in pay over two years. In his letter notifying Dublin Bus of the strikes, NBRU general secretary Dermot O’Leary accused the company of being “prepared to play Russian roulette” with services by failing to take action to resolve the matter in the six weeks since that rejection.
Dispute O’Leary said: “It is a sad indictment on Dublin Bus and its paymasters that they have not made any effort towards resolving this dispute. “It seems that the company and the mandarins at the department are prepared to play Russian roulette with a public transport service that underpins the social and economic fabric of our capital city.” Unions are seeking a 15% pay increase over the next three years, and 6% rise they were due to receive under an agreement in 2009 which was deferred due to the recession.
CORKAGH PARK | ALL AGES ARE WELCOME TO ANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT
5K family fun to raise funds to help homeless SYLVIA POWNALL
Brian Ormond (centre) at the launch of the Ciaran Carr Foundation 5K fun run
CLONDALKIN Helping Homeless is struggling to meet demand and has launched an appeal for tinned food, cereals, toiletries, hats, scarves and gloves. A Christmas appeal is also under way with a request for donations of food items for hampers and suitable gifts. The list includes: tinned peas/ beans, fruit cocktail, coffee, teabags, sugar, cereals, soups, red/brown sauce, toilet paper, kitchen roll, washing powder, biscuits, minerals, selection boxes, crackers, toiletries,
hats (new), gloves (new), socks (new), gifts of any description (new) for children or adults, gift wrap. Cllr Timmons said: “Last year over 80 families were helped with hampers and it helped ensure Christmas was a happy time for them. “We want to do the same this year. These are people who have to make the choice whether to eat or pay their rent or mortgage.” Anyone who can help out should contact Francis at 087 2869315 to arrange drop off or collection.
THE annual Ciaran Carr Foundation 5K family fun run next month will raise funds for Clondalkin Helping Homeless. The popular event – launched by local boy done good Brian Ormond – takes place in Corkagh Park on Sunday, October 2 and organisers hope it raises awareness for the homeless organisation set up in 2014 to help those suffering in silence. Clondalkin Helping Homeless, which runs a nightly soup kitchen outside Molloy’s off licence, has noticed a sharp increase in numbers needing its help and has already launched its Christmas gift appeal. The foundation was set up in memory of 20-yearold Ciaran Carr who collapsed while training with Round Tower football team on January 20 2012, just two months off his 21st birthday. His tragic death was attributed to Sudden Adult Death Syndrome
and it shocked the community. The foundation was launched in Croke Park by the Dublin senior football manager Jim Gavin with Gemma and Philip Carr. T he two previous annual family fun runs have raised thousands of euros to place defibrillators in every school and publicly accessible area in Clondalkin. At the launch Gemma Carr welcomed the opportunity to help those in need this October: She said: “We have always looked to tackle issues that are at the forefront of peoples’ minds. The homeless crisis in Ireland today has brought families, couples and individuals to their knees. “This winter by teaming up with Clondalkin Helping Homeless we want to ensure that nobody goes without food, warm clothing and, more importantly, a kind helping hand.” Cllr Francis Timmons (Ind), the founder of Clondalkin Help-
i n g Ho m e l e s s , w a s equally delighted that the organisation is the named beneficiary of the fun run. The organisation is run locally by volunteers and provides nightly support by way of food, drink, sleeping materials and other essentials for those in need of support. Cllr Timmons said: “This is an opportunity for the whole community to send a message that it isn’t okay for adults and children from all walks of life to be left without a home or even adequate provision. “As a community we show solidarity and a practical response to the needs of those that come to us for help, both those homeless and families in need.” The 5K fun run begins at 12 noon on Sunday, October 2. All ages are welcome with an entry fee of €10 for adults and under 16s free. To take part visit the Ciaran Carr Foundation on Facebook or visit www.iRegister.ie.
A tribute to Ben FRESH after Sunday’s All-Ireland semi-final victory for Dublin over Kerry, Philly Mc Mahon paid tribute to Ben Farrell aka Batman Ben who died recently after losing his battle with cancer. The little batman was watching over us he wrote on his Twitter page. Ben was a huge Dubs fan and would surely have been very proud of the boys in blue after their fantastic victory.
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| PHOENIX PARK WELCOMES THOUSANDS FOR GREAT
Cathy O’Connor
People take part in the Breast Cancer Ireland Great Pink Run with Avonmore Slimline Milk in the Phoenix Park Dublin. Pictures: Leon Farrell/ Photocall Ireland
Pretty fast in pink!
Woman’s best friend: Ralph, a two-year-old Pugg, stands beside his owner Sarah Delaney
Janet Canoy and Anna Mae Pareja
Sibonisiwe Ndzukuma
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PINK RUN 2016 TO RAISE FUNDS FOR CHARITY BREAST CANCER IRELAND
Lottie Ryan and her mother Morah
Stopping for a selfie
Tickled pink to support charity O
LYMPIC silver medallist Sonia O’Sullivan and Irish rugby legend Shane Byrne were among over 6,000 women, men and children to cross the finish line for the sixth year of Breast Cancer Ireland’s Great Pink Run in the Phoenix Park. The event aims to raise funds for the charity Breast Cancer Ireland which works on research and awareness programmes. Each year, two-and-half thousand women are diagnosed with breast cancer in Ireland, while 1 in 9 women will develop breast cancer in their lifetime.
Former world champion and Olympian Sonia O’Sullivan, 2FM star Lottie Ryan and Irish rugby legend Shane Byrne
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Zevas expansion to create 40 jobs ZEVAS Communications, a leading provider of outsourced customer contact services, has announced the creation of 40 new jobs at its Cork and Dublin offices. T he jobs come on the back of sustained growth and expansion at Zevas, an Irish company that’s grown rapidly to become a leading player in outsourced customer service. Founded in 2001, Zevas has Irish offices in Cork and Dublin, with satellite branches in Hamburg and Mosc ow. T h e c o m p a ny
delivers customer sales and support services on behalf of leading global brands including Google and PayPal, together with Irish technology companies in a range of sectors including utilities. Boosting
Headquartered in Cork, Zevas is now looking to significantly scale up its Irish operations by boosting its staff numbers from 145 to 185, with recruitment for the new jobs to begin immediately. The majority of the 40
jobs will be based in Cork, and range from roles in telesales, business development and quality. Commenting on the announcement, John O’Sullivan, chief operating officer at Zevas said: “We specialise in providing outsourced and insource customer suppor t ser vices to major global brands across a diverse mix of sectors including technology, on-line commerce and financial services, across Europe and North American markets.
FINTECH START-UP | SEEKING TO EXPAND
Rubicoin raises €1.2m as invest app goes Global RUBICOIN, the Irish fintech start-up which has developed a suite of apps designed to transform anyone into an informed and confident investor, has announced that it has raised €1.2 million in funding. This funding round, which will assist Rubicoin to expand into new markets, was from existing and new private investors, and brings to €3 million the total amount raised to date. The company also announced that its Invest by Rubicoin app is now available to users around the world. To date, the app was only accessible to US customers but now, with a global reach to 140+ countries, worldwide investing in their cherry picked “showroom” is now possible. The ability to find and buy outstanding shares in one place has never been easier. Through its products, Rubicoin aims to demystify the stock market, and create a fully accessible experience for would-be investors through a completely mobile-led offering. Rubicoin was co-founded by Emmet Savage and John Tyrrell in 2013 as they wanted to design a product that would create millions of successful stock investors by making the investing process
both engaging and enjoyable. Supported by a long-standing and fully audited investing trackrecord, Rubicoin has produced two apps that places user experience front and centre, Learn by Rubicoin and Invest by Rubicoin. “From the ver y beginning, our mission has been ‘to get the world investing successfully’. We recently opened up our Invest by Rubicoin app to users across the world which has so far created tens of thousands of new stock investors. Our latest funding round will assist our successful expansion into new markets, which is a very exciting prospect for us,”
said John Tyrrell, Rubicoin, cofounder and COO. Emmet Savage, Rubicoin CEO added: “The last year has been a period of rapid growth for Rubicoin. We graduated from NovaUCD to our new offices in Dublin’s Merrion Row with our team more than doubling from six to 13 employees. “We have also enjoyed a rapid increase in customer uptake, with over 150,000 app downloads in the same period. We are confident that our apps will continue to grow in popularity around the globe.” To find out more visit www. rubicoin.com.
Top tips for job searching in today’s market THE recruitment industry has changed significantly in the past five years, according to one of Ireland’s leading recruitment consultancies, Osborne. Having recently undergone a complete r e b r a n d , O s b o r n e ’s experts advise job seekers to do the same in their approach to finding the right role for them. It’s rare to walk by a shop window and see a company advertis-
ing for positions, so Osborne has compiled five, top tips from its recruitment experts on how to search for a new job in today’s market. 1. Ever y thing and everyone is online now. W hen CVs land on employers and recruiters desks, a candidate’s online profile is often checked. Before applying for a role or sending out a CV, view your public online profile from a prospective employer’s position.
Maybe it’s time to tidy up your online and social media presence? 2. Optimise your L i n ke d I n p a g e a n d ensure your profile is completely up-to-date and focused on the sector or industry you would like to work in. Also, ensure you can be easily found (via keywords) and contacted online by potential employers. 3. Use your existing networks and contacts and don’t burn bridges!
4. As cultural fit becomes more and more important to employees and employers, investigate the companies you are applying to and make sure their organisational culture is aligned with your values. 5. Personalise your application to the role and company you are applying for. Employers are looking for people with a genuine interest in working for their company.
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INTERVIEW: DON CONROY IS STILL INSPIRING EVERYONE TO KEEP DRAWING
TERRIFIC TIGHE MAY BE YOUR BEST FRIEND
A brush with one of Ireland’s most popular children’s artists EMMA NOLAN
THERE is a sense of nostalgia that surrounds Don Conroy as countless Irish people recall watching him on The Den after school when they were young. The Gazette caught up with the legendary artist to find out what he’s up to, and how technology is changing the way younger generations engage with art. He said: “I first went on The Den 30 years ago, and every five years you have a new generation of viewers, so you get to reach so many people, which is lovely. “There’s an amazing connection between the generations – I talk to kids who are 10 years old who have watched me on Draw With Don, as well as 20and 30-year-olds who used to watch it. “I was in a very privileged position, because I was beamed into people’s houses and I could talk directly to them, and I would be able to say hello to the people I’d met.” Don says that while he was working on The Den, he was also writing his Draw With Don books. “With the books, I was visiting libraries and schools to give talks, so I became an ambassador for The Den even when I wasn’t on it.”
Don is still an avid painter and drawer who tries to make some form of art every day. “If I hear of a fundraiser or something like that, I try to do a drawing or painting for it. Recently, I drew some barn owls for a hospice fundraiser,” he says. “I’m drawing and painting all the time anyway, so it’s nice if people can get some enjoyment out of it.” With newer design software and techniques being made available, Don still maintains that you just can’t beat the classic pen and paper combination. “I’ve never used computers for my art – and I have been tempted with the effects that you can do – but there is nothing more natural that putting a pencil to paper. “As Michelangelo said, ‘It’s not about the result, it’s about the action,’ so when you’re doing a drawing you’re connected with every artist who has ever tried to draw.” Don believes that with the widespread use of tablets and technology, a lot of children may lose their drawing skills. “I think caring parents and teachers want to get them to realise that entertainment is not always presented to them professionally, but that they can
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Popular with generations of children, artist Don Conroy is still inspiring people to draw and colour. (Above) Alice Brennan helps Don launch Haven Pharmacy’s Back To School Expert Hands Colouring Competition. Pictures: Andres Poveda
create something and it teaches them to look at the world with creative eyes, and to me that’s so important. “The more we’re pushing down this technological road, I think that sometimes people just need to stop and take a break and get a bit of balance.” Don has teamed up with Haven Pharmacy’s Back to School Expert Hands Colouring Competition for children, creating a back to school-inspired illustration for kids to colour in and be in with a
change to win some great prizes. Copies of the illustration can be picked up in any of the 52 Haven Pharmacy outlets nationwide. “Colouring is a great way for young people to be introduced to the creative form, and can kick-start their imagination, opening up the creative journey that will enrich their lives.” “I want to wish all the children who take part in the competition the best of luck,” he says.
OUR Dog of the Week looking for her #SpecialSomeone* is Tighe, a four-year-old male Staffordshire Bull Terrier cross. He is a little nervous sometimes and worries when his favourite people aren’t around, so he is looking for a home with lots of company. It would be even better if there is another dog in his new home so he will have a best friend to show him the ropes and help him settle in. If you can be Tighe’s #SpecialSomeone*, and help him realise his great potential, 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. *Dogs Trust has launched their new TV ad; the #SpecialSomeone campaign aims to bring to life just how important a new owner is to the dogs they rehome.
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Brewing up ways to help MARIO Rosenstock has joined forces with Bewley’s to call on everyone to get on board for Ireland’s Biggest Coffee Morning for Hospice on Thursday, September 15. That’s the day when people everywhere will share a cup of Bewley’s Coffee to support their local hospice and their vital work caring for people in their local communities nationwide. This year is Ireland’s 24th such fundraising morning for Hospice since the annual initiative first started in 1993, with some €32m raised, to date. Last year, St Francis Hospice in Raheny and Blanchardstown raised more than €242,000 through 545 coffee mornings. Bewley’s provides all of the coffee – free of charge – and all money raised locally goes directly to local hospice care services. Money raised from Ireland’s Biggest Coffee Morning for Hospice will go towards the provision of specialist palliative care to people of North
Dublin City and county. To host a coffee morning, register at www.hospicecoffeemorning.ie to receive a free coffee pack of Bewley’s fresh ground coffee.
GET BEE-SY AND HELP SCIENTISTS SCIENTISTS at NUI Galway have put a call out to people from every county in Ireland to keep an eye out for native Irish bees this autumn Beekeepers and beeenthusiasts in particular are being asked to report any feral or unmanaged hives in their area. The team of scientists, with help from watchful members of the public, have already found more than 20 feral Irish honey bee hives, including one in the statue of a lion on the estate of Mote Park, Roscommon. Of particular interest at this stage are old abandoned houses and castles, outbuildings, residential houses, and woodlands. The overall aim of the project is to settle the debate as to whether there truly remain any
Sharing a cuppa ways to help hospices ... Legendary Clare manager Davy Fitzgerald; comic and impressionist Mario Rosenstock, and Mark Saunders, brand director at Bewleys. Picture: Marc O’Sullivan
indigenous Irish Honey Bees – Apis Mellifera Mellifera – persisting in the wild. Members of the public who think they know of a “wild” hive, or who would like to know more
about the project, can email nuigbeeresearch@ gmail.com or visit the Bee Genes Facebook page.
GO WALKIES AT A FUN-FILLED DAY OUT THIS Year, the DSPCA’s Great Irish Dog Walk, in par tnership with PURINA, will be held on Saturday, September 10 in the grounds of the DSPCA in Rathfarnham. It promises to be a fun-filled walk and doggie-themed festival in the grounds of the DSPCA Campus, surrounded by spectacular views over Dublin Bay and the surrounding countryside. This event is open to all dog owners or simply people who love animals and wish to enjoy a fun day out, while supporting the work of the DSPCA. A wide range of fun activities for our fourlegged friends (and their two-legged owners) are
promised on the day. Registration is €10 per adult, while kids and dogs go free, and signups are welcome on the day. To register, see www. dspca.ie.
A NOTEWORTHY SERIES OF CONCERTS TO CELEBRATE Music Network’s 30th anniversary year, a number of special events and commissions are planned in addition to its autumn tours, bringing diverse and vibrant performances to audiences across Ireland. For the past 30 years, Music Network has travelled our highways and byways, bringing worldclass acts to towns. For Culture Night on September 16, Music Network will present a very special concert in collaboration with longstanding media partner, RTE Lyric FM.
Join presenters Ellen Cranitch and Carl Corcoran and a stunning line-up of artists from the worlds of jazz, trad, classical and contemporary music on The Purple Vespertine live from RTE Studio 1. Music Network’s mission is to make live music available and accessible to as many people as possible, and the autumn 2016 season provides an opportunity to see some of the world’s foremost musicians throughout the country at affordable prices. Single tickets for Dublin concerts are available from €15 and can be purchased by calling Music Network at 01 475 0224, or by booking online at www.musicnetwork.ie.
TECH RESEARCH IS FOOD FOR THOUGHT TECHNOLOGY is a barrier to Irish family connection at mealtimes,
according to new survey by Dolmio. From iPads and phones at the dinner table to arguments over what Netflix show is on in the background – even mealtimes have become a tech minefield. The Dolmio research shows that parents battle technology at mealtimes on a daily basis, with an average of 12 internetconnected gadgets/ devices per household. Some two thirds of parents (66%) surveyed said that technology at mealtimes has a negative impact, 38% of parents have tried unsuccessfully to ban tech when eating, and close to half (48%) feel like they can’t stop stop tech at the table. One helpful tip is to involve children in the preparation and cooking of meals to keep them busy and involved before dinner time.
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DON’S DUBLIN Strike out to a place that’s magical fore more than golfers
IN THIS, the year that
we are celebrating the Easter Rising, I was reminded of another great struggle when I visited Woodstock House in Wicklow recently. The Pikeman statue, a tall and arresting symbol of the 1798 Rebellion, and a reminder of brave and bloody times, stands guard in front of the fine Georgian house. It was built by Sir John Stratford in the 1770s and was designed by the famed architect and stuccodore Robert West, who worked on many of the country’s great houses. It has been faithfully maintained and a visit is a veritable walk through history. In the basement there is a museum showing what it was like in ‘the big house’, and the circular gallery offers a history of Ireland. Upstairs in The Yellow Room, there are some fine paintings of Irish heroes, including Michael Collins, CS Parnell and Robert Emmett. The tiled hall, with its tall golden columns, is particularly well preserved with the dining room off to the side. It was interesting to find out that due to its superb acoustics, that none other than Rod Stewart and the Thompson Twins each used the space for recording in the 1980s. Nowadays, the house is the centre of Druids Glen Golf Course, one of the best and most beautiful courses anywhere, and a regular on the must-play list for golfers. I saw it described as the “Augusta of Europe”, and on the day that I visited – a warm day under a bright, blue sky – I could only agree with the scribe. The view from the roof down the coast and over to the Wicklow Mountains was memorable. And, of course, there is more history in the name: Druids Glen. Apparently, during the construction of the golf course, a druids’ altar was discovered near the lake (by the 12th hole). I don’t know what the druids think of golf, but they would certainly have been happy with what I saw the other day. It’s a magical place!
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Druid’s Glen is not only a must-visit spot for golfers, but a fascinating historical venue in its own right
FEATURE: EMMA NOLAN MEETS IRELAND’S TOP GUNS
UPHOLDING CORPS VALUES EMMA NOLAN
ON average, approximately 1,200 people apply to join the Irish Air Corps every year, but only 12 are accepted. The Gazette took a trip to the Casement Aerodrome in Baldonnel to see what it is that keeps new cadets coming year after year. An Air Corps cadet engages in about 36 months of training in the Military College, Curragh Camp and the Air Corps College at the Aerodrome. “We’re a one-stop shop for aviation and military training,” Captain Sean McCarthy told The Gazette. “We do all our own training here. There’s a real mix of people who join, with different standards of education, but we’re looking for an aptitude – people that can work as part of a team and who show leadership skills and can show that they can make tough decisions.” Air Corps cadets spend seven
months training with an army cadet class where they learn basic military skills and develop their leadership ability before they move on to flight training. The cadets study the same curriculum that training commercial airline pilots study. “Anyone can learn to fly, but we get our cadets up to a really high standard,” said Capt McCarthy.
The Air Corps currently operates 17 fixed wing aircraft and 10 rotary wing aircraft along with two simulators. Capt McCarthy said: “Right now, I’m lucky to be flying the AW139 helicopter because it is so flexible and allows us to carry out the most diverse range of helicopter tasks of any organisation in the world. “These include troop trans-
port and special forces insertion/extraction; we can carry 2.2 tonnes of equipment hanging from the aircraft. [Our other helicopter tasks include] air ambulance, fire-fighting, search and rescue, parachuting, air gunnery and sniper platform, reconnaissance and disaster relief.” So, what is the role of the Irish Air Corps? They support the navy, the army and the
coastguard, perform search and rescue missions, provide an air ambulance service and they have a full neonatal kit and transport team to support mothers going into labour in rural areas. Capt McCarthy said: “A few months ago we picked up a baby who was born at 29 weeks – she weighed only three pounds. We picked her up from Donegal and brought her down to Holles Street. We have a little incubator in the neonatal kit. “We later found out that the baby survived and went on to make a full recovery. It was very
satisfying to know we played a small part in that family’s life.” This service provided by the Air Corps aims to provide assistance to people who live in rural areas but require emergency access to specialist health services that aren’t available in most regional hospitals. They also help to fight forest fires, of which there are two a year on average in Ireland. Capt McCarthy said that, for him, the most rewarding aspect of a career in the Irish Air Corps is “the sense of purpose it provides by doing something that matters”.
“Our range of missions is really diverse. From highoctane counter-terrorism training or emergency air ambulance missions – no matter what role you have in the Air Corps, you know you are contributing to something bigger.” Speaking on his career, Capt McCarthy said that the day he got his pilot wings was really special. “It was the culmination of years of hard work, in which you build really special bonds with your classmates. These group of strangers quickly become family and remain so for life; that’s
something really special about a life in the defence forces.” As for memorable missions, the pilot said that his six months with the UN in the Democratic Republic of Congo stands out, but that the best part was coming home to his fiancee. This year, a highlight for the Air Corps was its involvement in the Easter parade to commemorate the 1916 Rising. “It was very rewarding to see all of the logistical plans come to fruition in such a spectacular fashion, and to see so many people on the streets in such a positive and patriotic mood.”
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Treating and managing oily and blemished skin JUST in time for the back to school period, French dermocosmetic brand, Bioderma, launch their Sebium Promotions in pharmacies nationwide. The Sebium skincare line is developed specifically to cleanse, treat and manage oily and blemished skin in both adolescents and adults. The skin changes during puberty and with the arrival of blemishes the skin becomes thicker and shinier in appearance. The imbalance of sebum results in changing lipid levels and squalene oxidation producing pimples, blemishes and imperfections in the skin. Scientific data has shown changes in
sebum to be one of the key causes in the development of acne with acne affecting an estimated 80% percent of all people between the ages of 11 and 30. Bioderma have developed their Fluidactiv formula to target these imbalances in problem skin. It regulates sebum quality, protecting the squalene from oxidation and keeping it from thickening which prevent the formation of blackheads, pimples and other blemishes. For the months of August and September, with every purchase of Sebium Global, Bioderma are offering a free SebiumFoaming Gel 100ml. Available in pharmacies nationwide.
JUST IN TIME British watch brand Abbot Lyon are offering simply designed, large-faced minimalist watches at affordable prices
MINIMALIST watches with large faces and simple designs are really popular right now with brands like Danish Design and Skagen taking centre stage. British watch brand Abbot Lyon offer a
similar style at an affordable price. Available online, the brand’s sophisticated style is becoming increasingly coveted, adorning the wrists of prominent instagrammers.
With prices starting at around â‚Ź100, these time pieces are a classic investment. Delivery is free and ships to Ireland in two to three days. See www.abbotlyon. com
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STYLE Essence to release an new line full of lush autumn colours AFFORDABLE make up brand Essence is set to release an entire new line for autumn. Available at Penneys and pharmacies nationwide, the brand is great for adding to your make-up collection without breaking the bank. Stand-out products from the new collection include the Matt Matt Matt Lipstick and Lipgloss. At just €2.90, the texture feels like that of a premium brand and with seven different shades, they are a worthy addition to any lipstick lover’s arsenal. The Light Up Your Face Luminizer Palette (€4.95) contains three soft shades of highlighter that will pair well with many different skin tones and the Contouring Eyeshadow sets (€3.10) consists of two complimentary shades. Overall, the collection contains some very handy products at very low prices.
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Swedish clothing brand and H&M family member, & Other Stories is coming to Dublin this autumn
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MUCH-LOVED Swedish clothing brand & Other Stories is coming to Dublin this autumn. The first Irish branch of the store is set to open on Grafton Street, replacing the recently closed HMV, much to the delight of Dublin fashion lovers who can currently shop the brand online but are missing out on the beautiful store experience. & Other Stories is one of the H&M family along with COS, Monki, Weekday and Cheap Monday and will offer women a wide range of shoes, bags, accessories, beauty and ready-to-wear. The brand has creative ateliers in Paris and Stockholm who design diversified fashion collections with great attention to detail and quality at an affordable price. They currently have stores in Aarhus, Amsterdam, Antwerp, Barcelona, Berlin, Bologna, Brussels, Cagnes-sur-Mer, Cologne, Copenhagen, Frankfurt, Ghent, Hamburg, London, Madrid, Malaga, Milan, Munich, New York, Paris, Rome and Stockholm so far and Dublin is finally up next.
& Other Stories has creative ateliers in Paris and Stockholm who design diversified fashion collections for their stores across Europe
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GET YOUR KICKS: THE ESSENTIAL GREAT AMERICAN ROAD TRIP
Due to the popularity of Disney’s movie Frozen, over a million visitors have visited the Lofoten islands
Lofoten’s popularity is leaving residents frosty THE Norwegian tourism industry is booming thanks to the Disney classic Frozen, which is seeing visitors travelling to the Scandinavian country like never before. While the rest of us have put the movie, the tacky Queen Else and Olaf merchandise and that damned theme song behind us, the Norwegian Lofoten Islands are now being overrun. Travelweek.ca reports that one-in-five tourists to Norway have decided to visit because of Frozen and in 2015, over a million people set foot on the Lofoten Islands. The movie was set in a Norwegian-like kingdom and was released with the support of the country’s tourism sector which grew by 7.5% again last year. The situation is compounded as Hollywood star Matt Damon is currently shooting scenes for his upcoming movie, Downsizing. Although the significance increase in visitors may seem like a good thing, it has
resulted in severe problems for the islands as facilities on Lofoten are stretched to the limit. Local people are worried that aside from the pressure on its infrastructure such as narrow roads, the huge footfall has severely eroded paths leading to the coast. The region’s authorities say the islands are reaching breaking point with litter being a particular problem in certain areas. The mayor of the nearby town of Flakstad, Fredrik Sørdal, said the huge tourist spike was now “challenging”. He told Norwegian broadcaster NRK that his town would have to come up with several measures to counter the problems by 2017.
Take a journey down the “Main Street of America” and follow Route 66 through some spectacular sites like Chicago (right), Arizona and California (top left)
The mother of all roads
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EMBARK on the quintessential great American road trip all the way from Chicago to LA with an unforgettable 17 night holiday from Travel Department. Constructed in 1926, Route 66 became known as the “Main Street of America” or “The Mother Road”, as it wound through towns, trading posts and small communities across the United States. Originally a major trucking route for American agriculture, it also became the main road for migrants travelling from the Dust Bowl to California during the years of the Great Depression. On this once-in-alifetime journey, head out on the highway and travel from east to west across eight states, passing through the heart of America along the way.
Enjoy a full day of exploration in the “Windy City” of Chicago, where you will discover the extravagant shopping district of the Magnificent Mile, before crossing over the Chicago River to the downtown core, aka the Loop. F r o m Illinois and into Missouri, the first state to place a historic marker on the o l d Mother Road. Historic St Louis is well worth a stop-off while in the Show-Me State, with its famous Gateway Arch towering over the Mississippi River. Next states up are Kansas (for all of about 10 miles) and Oklahoma
where the venerable highway’s old charm has been carefully preserved. Heading west, you will cut across the top of Texas, passing through quaint towns like Shamrock and Amarillo, and into New Mexico, where the wild west
landscape looks almost lunar. Then it’s Arizona, home of the Grand Canyon, where you’ll no doubt want to stretch your legs with a walk along its magnificent
South Rim, one of the highlights of this amazing trip. A less known gem in Arizona – but one for the bucket list – is the Petrified Forest National Park, an eerie yet beautiful place that got its name from the fossilised wood found there which dates back to the late Triassic period, around 225million years ago. Continue along the famed Route 66 to Las Vegas, the gaming capital of the world, glittering like a mirage in the desert. Here, you can visit a casino, sip drinks by the pool, see a show such as Cirque du Soleil, or simply wander down the dazzling four-mile long Las Vegas strip, before enjoying a guided tour of the power plant at Hoover Dam the next day, which is one of the largest dams in the United States.
Your final stop on this epic journey will be the playground of the rich and famous – Los Angeles. Take a guided tour of the city where you will see everything from countless movie locations and the Walt Disney Concert Hall, to panoramic city views from the Griffith Park Observatory and the infamous Hollywood Boulevard. Then, continue to the exclusive Beverly Hills and Rodeo Drive, followed by the nearby Santa Monica to indulge in some time at leisure by the Pacific Ocean, a walk along the boardwalk, or some souvenir shopping. Prices start from €3,799 for 17 nights including return flights from Dublin, three-star and four-star B&B hotel accommodation, transfers, excursions and taxes and charges, with flight departing on May 3, 2017.
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TRAVEL Escape to Lough Erne
AS the leaves begin to turn from green to vibrant golds, take the time to escape to the picturesque lakeland district of Lough Erne Resort, Enniskillen – the perfect location for an autumn getaway. Break away from the daily routine and enjoy a well-deserved retreat to this luxurious five-star property with the Fall into Autumn package available from €58 pps midweek, enjoy an overnight stay in one of the stunning luxury bedrooms and indulge your taste buds with a freshly prepared breakfast the following morning. The Fall into Autumn package is available until October 31 with 40% off midweek breaks and 25% off weekend breaks. For bookings call +44 (0) 28 6632 3230 or visit www.lougherneresort.com
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Get into the festive spirit on a Christmastime cruise
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FROM ‘Snow Days on Deck’ to festive Santa parades and traditional tree lightings, there’s something for everyone onboard Royal Caribbean International’s festive sailings this Christmas. Available throughout the month of December on all Caribbeanbound sailings from the US eastern seaboard and Puerto Rico, Royal Caribbean ships will be transformed into winter wonderlands. Guests will be able to enjoy the many festive experiences available onboard, including Christmas-themed films poolside, biscuit decorating, trivia competitions, traditional and popmusic carolling, Santa parades, special presents for suite guests and tree lighting ceremonies on every sailing. “Royal Caribbean will deck the halls across 16 ships with carol singers, holiday wreaths and Christmas trees throughout the ships, festive dishes and drinks, and even the opportunity to meet Santa and his elves when he makes his stops onboard,” said Mark Tamis, senior vice president, hotel operations,
Royal Caribbean International. “We are pulling out all the stops this holiday season, bringing together what people love most about this time of year – without any of the chores – to create the ultimate holiday celebration at sea and lasting memories of new traditions.” --------------------------
‘We are pulling out all the stops this holiday season, bringing together what people love most about this time of year – without any of the chores ’
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What’s more, on ships offering the DreamWorks experience, guests will be able to take festive photos with their favourite characters from films such as Kung Fu Panda, Shrek and Madagascar, and enjoy special holidaythemed character breakfasts. Whilst, for New Year’s Eve, guests can
Deck the halls... Royal Caribbean International’s festive sailings are said to be out of this winter-wonderworld
dress up and dance their way into 2017 with shipwide parties that include live music, balloon drops, confetti and champagne toasts at midnight just to name a few. Sailings vary in length from three- to 12-night Caribbean itineraries.
Offering three ways to experience a holiday on the world’s largest cruise ships to the most soughtafter Caribbean island destinations, Royal Caribbean’s newest ship, Harmony of the Seas and sister-ship Allure of the Seas will offer seven-night
eastern and western Caribbean itineraries from Ft Lauderdale. Whilst, Oasis of the Seas will sail from her new homeport in Port Canaveral with itineraries that range from fiveto 10-nights. Meanwhile, in the northeast, Anthem
of the Seas will offer seven-night sailings from Cape Liberty Cruise Port in Bayonne, NJ to the Bahamas and 10-night sailings to Eastern Caribbean islands including St Thomas, St Maarten, Puerto Rico and Labadee in Haiti.
Norwegian Royal mascot takes part in tattoo
Sir Nils “inspects” soldiers at the Edinburgh Zoo
THE King of Norway’s Guard recently visited the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland’s Edinburgh Zoo to add a unique honour to the resident royalty in the penguin enclosure. The award was p-p-p-picked up during a ceremony with more than 50 uniformed soldiers from the King of Norway’s guard in attendance. The unflappable Brigadier Sir Nils Olaf ‘inspected’ the soldiers, who were taking part in the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, while parading his way up Penguin Walk.
The regal bird is the mascot of the Norwegian Guard and eight years ago was approved for a knighthood by King Harald V of Norway. The zoo has had a long association with both Norway and penguins since the family of Christian Salvesen presented it with its first king penguin in 1914. The acting chief executive officer for RZSS, Barbara Smith, said the zoo was honoured to host the occasion when a prestigious new title was being bestowed on “our king penguin, Sir Nils Olav”.
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help your child to eat well, not just for their school days, but for life
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CHILDREN are increasingly developing digestive problems that were once the reserve of adults. Issues such as tummy pain, bloating, gas, diarrhoea and constipation can result from a multitude of factors, but inappropriate eating habits can contribute. With a new school year starting, here is some advice and tips for mums and dads on how to get ahead of the daily grind, preparing and packing healthy school
lunch boxes and balancing appeal and healthy options. The foods that children eat – or don’t eat – can have a profound effect on their health. Good nutri tion supp orts a child ’s immune system, brain function, growth and repair and supporting recovery from child hood illnes ses, vacci natio ns and sports injuries. The eating habits that they acquire,
if they are good ones, can protect their health through all stages of life, including becoming a teenager, pregnancy and old age. Influencing children at an early age to eat well is one of the most important things you can do for their health and well-being. With this in mind, here are five ways to help support your child’s healthy diet – not just for school, but for life ...
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2. Replace juices and cordials with a bottle of water CHILDREN have a higher risk of getting dehydrated than grown ups, and need more water than adults in relation to their body weight. It is recommended that children between the ages of 4-8 should be drinking at least 1.6 litres of water every day. And, while adults can usually access water whenever they want or need it, for children this is not always as easy, particularly when they are at school. Dehydration affects the digestive system and continuous low water intake leads to constipation and the build-up of toxins in the body, and this in turn increases a child’s risk of developing more complicated digestive issues.
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THE SHALLOWS Shallow by name ...
JUST when you thought it was safe to go back in the water at a deserted beach right by where sharks might be known to swim past sometimes ... comes The Shallows (Cert 12A, 86 mins), which pits a woman surfer against a fishy fiend in this nicely-shot but ultimately underwhelming film. It’s okay, but Jaws-t try not to think of any other classic shark-related films that are still a lot better.
THE PURGE 3
Gets a vote of approval TO GIVE it its full and correct name, The Purge: Election Year (Cert 16, 109 mins) isn’t going to win any votes for sharpness, but its twisted take on politics and violence in America is entertaining enough. A US senator and her team try to survive the annual Purge – 12 hours when any and all crime is legal – against the ever-shrinking odds. This latest Purge film provides some food for thought.
SAUSAGE PARTY A half-baked idea
Sausage Party (Cert 16, 89 mins) provides a side order of utterly foul-mouthed silliness, sprinkled with crudity. What would happen if your food could talk, only to realise that – gulp – it’s doomed to be skinned, burned, boiled and eaten alive? Sausage Party starts off well, but runs out of juice before the juice – and the sausages, and the eggs, and the milk – try to run off to freedom.
Ill winds set a pair of bank-robbing brothers drifting across Texas, with their small-town takes adding up to settle a large personal grievance they share
HELL OR HIGH WATER: SPLASH OUT ON A WORTHY ADDITION TO THE WESTERN GENRE
This Texan tale is tautly told MARTIN MACNAMARA
THE gruff West Texans of Hell or High Water (Cert 15A, 102mins) constantly wax lyrical about an America that’s “long gone” – lost to banks and big business. Accordingly, with this pensive and compelling crime thriller, director David McKenzie drags that most American of genres – the western – into the modern day, guns blazing. The action here is carried out across vast, expansive Texan landscapes and small, backwater towns where the banks are seizing longheld family properties, and small hardware stores are being outpriced and shut down. Brothers Toby (Chris Pine) and Tanner Howard (Ben Foster) are
robbing banks from one town to the next. Unlike typical banks robbers, the brothers steal only small amounts from each, and are hitting a specific chain – the bank that happens to be foreclosing on their family home. Just a couple of weeks from retirement, surly but good-natured Texas Ranger Marcus Hamilton (Jeff Bridges) is hot on the boys’ heels. Having figured out a kind of logic in their unorthodox heists, he and partner Alberto (Gil Birmingham) begin to close in. What begins as a fairly archetypal “good thug, bad thug” relationship between the Howard brothers rapidly gives way to a more nuanced, complicated dynamic. While Toby’s motives seem more obvious at first, each brother has his
reasons for heading down this road. Pine is surprisingly convincing here as the quieter, brooding Toby, betraying the usual cocky but likeable performance we know him for. Foster shines, however, as ex-con Tanner, hamming it up from time to time, but expertly taking control of the script to deliver a compelling performance, revealing the ghosts of their familial past. Bolstering everything here is the script from Taylor Sheridan, writer of last year’s ultra-dark narco-thriller, Sicario. Peppered with a kind of witty, matter-of-fact banter that never grates, the dialogue maintains an expert functionality, touching on critical issues facing rural America and turning even the most
insignificant character into an elegiac social commentator. Perhaps the message is driven home a little hard at times; each and every character has their part to say about this slowly dying America. However, Sheridan’s ve r b a l c o m m e n t a r y works in harmonious tandem with McKenzie’s camera – each brooding chunk of dialogue is underlined by an expanse of abandoned farmland or borderlineghost town. Inarguably, the most irresistible element of Hell or High is Wa t e r Bridges’ endeari n g turn a s
Ranger Marcus. With a lifetime of experience under his belt, it doesn’t take long for him to decipher the Howard brothers’ pattern, and each twist in the investigation is worked out with words of grizzled, unvarnished Texan wisdom. Hell or High Water takes place in an America where everyone carries a concealed weapons permit; perhaps Marcus’
job is made a little easier when every bank customer is holding a firearm, and when local good ol’ boys can engage in highspeed chases and shoot outs with perps. All that this establishes, really, is a vast expanse of a moral grey area. It’s impossible to know who to root for, and that makes it all the more compelling – we hang anxiously on each opposing strand of the story. Hell or High Water is expertly paced; tense when it needs to be and emotional in all the right places – making it a pitchperfect neo-western. Verdict: 9/10
Following close behind every crook is an experienced lawman, with Jeff Bridges doggedly trailing the robbers at the film’s heart
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Gamers can choose and modify their character’s Prague’s winding streets feature a diverse mix of classic and modern architecture, creating a real sense of place. Screengrabs: Shane Dillon
SHANE DILLON
Tech Editor
Fears of terrorism, and a whittling away of civil rights, provide an interesting undertone during the game
W H AT m a ke s y o u human? If you have replaced some or most of your body with metal and machine parts, are you still equal to ‘ordinary’ humans – or are you a superior (or inferior) being? These are just some of the interesting questions and issues at the heart of Deus Ex: Mankind Divided (Cert 18; XBO, PS4, PC; c. €70); the latest addition to the long-running and classic cyberpunk franchise. Building on the events in its prequel game (2011), Mankind Divided is set in
the near future, mostly in Prague, where global events are having explosive local effects as acts of terrorism play out in the heavily policed streets. Humanity has almost split in two, with a majority of ‘Naturals’ – people without any limb or organ replacements or enhancements – turning against augmented people (‘Augs’, disparagingly referred to as ‘Clanks’) – people who may have, say, cyborg arms, artificially enhanced eyes, and so on. At the game’s outset, the resentment and division between Naturals and Augs is at an all time high for various reasons, with widespread calls for
segregation, restricted rights, curtails on jobs and housing for Augs, and so on. You step into this hostile atmosphere as an augmented agent working for an international agency, ostensibly on the trail of terrorists, but increasingly drawn into the murky underworld as other events take place. Everything from crooked cops, gangs, powerhungry corporations and a shadowy organisation start pulling strings, tighter and tighter. T h r ow i n d o u b l e crosses, hackers, shifty agents and cover-ups, and Mankind Divided’s plots become as labyrinthine
implants to gain new powers, or ‘augments’
as the streets of Prague ... As always with the series, gamers are given an open set of tools by which to play the game, and tackle missions. With upgrade trees that suit the player’s approach, gamers can customise their character to play the way they want to, with most parts of the game having multiple solutions. Whether going for fullon violence or the softlysoftly sneaky approach, or pursuing other options in missions, it’s your choice how to play. This means that Mankind Divided’s diverse options and approaches will suit multiple playthroughs.
It’s far from a perfect game – as always, PC owners with decent graphics cards get treated to the best visuals (which can be a mixed bag on the consoles), while it has some of the very worst lip-synching, and erratic character movements, that I’ve ever seen. However, despite its weak points, Mankind Divided has largely united critics, thanks to its interesting noir-ish tone and open-ended gameplay. With long-standing story elements that have perhaps gained extra currency from real-world current affairs, it’s a title that rewards visiting this version of Prague.
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SPORT H40 in top 10 free fall target
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SKYDIVING: CLONSILLA MAN CIARAN MCCARTNEY’S FORMATION TOUR
EDMONDSTOWN GOLF CLUB SHINES:
EDMONDSTOWN and Headfort Golf Clubs shared the spoils with one a piece as Edmondstown took the intermediate cup title and Headfort will represent East Leinster in the Challenge Cup at Dundalk Golf Club in the National Finals following their respective success at the AIG Ladies Cups and Shields District Finals. Milltown took advantage of home ground when they defeated Donabate in the Senior Foursomes. The Junior Foursomes was a very tight affair between Stackstown and 2015 District Champions Powerscourt. The first two matches needed extra tie holes and with a win for Stackstown, their first pairing emerged on top on the 22nd green. It was 31 years since Castle won a Junior Cup title, but with the help of two mother and daughter duo’s Ann and Aly Doyle and Martha and Amy Jones 2016 was their year.
STEPHEN FINDLATER sport@dublingazette.com
SKYDIVING is not a sport readily associated with Ireland due to our somewhat unpredictable weather, but that hasn’t stopped four Irishmen from pulling on a parachute to represent their country at the world parachuting championships in Chicago this month. Dubliners Ciaran McCartney and Tony Higgins are joined by Steven Ross, Ronan W h e l a n a n d G av i n Brookfield in the team that will take to the skies. The discipline they compete in is formation skydiving where four members jump from
the plane and have to compete six predefined formations as many times as they can in 35 seconds. Each completed formation earns the team one point, with the competition consisting of 10 rounds. There must be complete separation between team members before building the next formation or the judges will deduct points from the final score. The fifth member of the team follows them out of the plane and records their jump, before submitting the recording to a judge upon landing. The team, known as H40, won the right to represent Ireland by winning the national
championships last year and Clonsilla man Ciaran McCartney spoke to GazetteSport about how the team came together and the significant costs involved in competing. “We all jump at the Irish parachuting club in Offaly and all have similar interests in the competitive side of the sport. The last two years we have been training together with the goal of going to the world championships in Chicago.” Last month saw the team compete in the UK nationals as a guest team. They set a new national record while there and know that a repeat performance will be needed at the world championships if they
The H40 skydiving team on a recent training trip to Spain.
are to break into the top 10. “The top four or five teams in the world are all professional teams. They train Monday to Friday, skydiving 10 to 12 times a day. That’s their job, and because we are an amateur team, we are aiming to be in the top 10 in the world,” McCartney explained. Competing aside, it can cost huge amounts of money just to train, especially when some training abroad is necessary to perform at a
high standard. “There is no funding whatsoever from the Irish Sports Council and it has cost us a significant amount this year individually. To break from the amateur level and push up the rankings you are talking ridiculous money – €100,000 per team member per year type of thing. “We do a lot of our training abroad due to the Irish weather and there are bigger skydiving clubs abroad. We’ll
travel to Spain maybe a couple of times during the summer to train, but again all that cost is covered by ourselves,” said McCartney. H40 are completely self-funded and while they are grateful for all the contributions they have received to date, they are always in need of as much funding as possible. If you would like to donate or sponsor the team you can do so at GoFundMe.com by searching “Irish Skydiving Team”.
Ashtown’s Campbell honoured with monthly award sport@dublingazette.com
Peter Campbell in action in his Ford Fiesta. Picture: J-turn media
PETER Campbell, from Ashtown, in Dublin, has been selected as the Young Racing Driver of the Month for June. The 23-year-old, who is in his first year of racing, scored a fine fifth place from a field of more than 30 drivers in the Procraft Tools Fiesta Zetec race at Mondello Park, behind four much more experienced rivals. He began Rallycrossing last winter, and was unbeaten in the short mini-championship
for Fiestas, comfortably taking the title. He switched to circuit racing at the start of this season, and has worked his way up through the field from race to race, driving a car which he converted himself from a roadgoing Fiesta. Camobell’s sponsor is Ti Auto Engineers, his father Gerry’s business, and he hopes to have a drive in a racing Alfa Romeo 155 at Mondello Park before the end of the year. He would like to progress to driving single seaters in future years.
He has just completed his Level A courses in manufacturing and design engineering at Dublin Institute of Technology, and is currently working in Ti Auto Engineers. Having been selected as the third Driver of the Month for the 2016 season, he is now a contender for the prestigious Motorsport Ireland Young Racing Driver of the Year Award and the historic Sexton Trophy. This award is presented annually and is supported by Sport Ireland (formerly the
Irish Sports Council) and Motorsport Ireland. Elsewhere, in a close finish, three times National Rally champion Niall Maguire and his co-driver James O’Reilly, took top place in the Galway Summer Rally at Gort, leading from start to finish in their Subaru Impreza. However, in a fine drive, the Ford Escort of Gary Kiernan and Ryan Moore was just five seconds behind after the nine stages, with Donegal pair Paddy McVeigh and Gar y McElhinney only two seconds.
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Horgan blows the whistle on Malawi hoop dreams
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Marie Horgan tells JAMES HENDICOTT about unique opportunity to impart her basketball refereeing knowledge in a country where the sport is a poor relation to netball AS AN administrator on Irish basketball’s referee committee and long time refereeing coach, Marie Horgan never imagined she’d end up taking her craft to the tiny country of Malawi – a struggling “dust bowl” in Africa. In July, however, after a tip-off from an Irish expat on the needs of the netball-loving country’s basketball community, Horgan found herself doing just that. Training 26 local referees over the course of a week in July, Horgan brought her expertise to a group that she admits “in some cases didn’t really know the rules,” and in the process learnt about the challenges facing Malawian basketball. The most obvious of those is really simple; not enough kit. Doing her best to contribute, Horgan collected shirts, shoes and basketballs
from around the Irish basketball community. She handed them out to teams in poorest communities, including a number of refugee camps occupied largely by people from Somalia and Ethiopia. “Some of the poorer areas had never seen a white person before,” Horgan told GazetteSport. “They have very little, but what I found fantastic about these communities is that they put so much emphasis on giving back. “I went to places where I handed out the equipment, and I’d look back as I was walking away and they were already sharing it out between them, making sure everybody got something. “It happened more than once. Some of these places have no electricity and no water, and yet when I turned up they
served me a lunch that probably cost them three days income. The welcome was unforgettable.” The country is ranked among the world’s best at netball with the quality of available surfaces, perhaps, going a long way to explaining the difficulties in matching that achievement in basketball, which Horgan says has a lot of crossover. “There’s only one indoor venue and it’s extremely difficult to get access to, especially for the average player,” she says. “It’s in a bible studies school, and totally out of their price range. Most of the courts are outdoors, and the surfaces are potholed, uneven and difficult to play on, but it doesn’t seem to bother them.” Horgan’s main aim was to leave a more lasting legacy on the country, and to do this she organ-
Marie Horgan with a group of trainee basketball referees in Malawi
ised a referee training camp for 26 officials in the capital city of Lilongwe. The course had been intended to run for five days, as it does in Ireland, but with the attendees infectiously enthusiastic, Horgan needed little persuasion to extend the course by another couple of days to offer some extra feedback.
“The whole experience was a little bit different to Ireland. I think in Ireland a lot of people will try the course to learn the rules, test if it’s their thing, or even just to become a better player. Every person on the course in Malawi really wanted to be there. They all had some experience as officials, and they all wanted to be referees.
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‘Most of the courts were oustisde and potholed but it doesn’t seem to bother the locals’ - Marie Horgan
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“They were all fascinated by the iPad, especially on the extra days when I had a chance to record the referees in action and give them some feedback,” Horgan recalls. “The enthusiasm was incredible; there were so many questions.”
They saw it as a huge opportunity.” Talking about the country in general, Horgan was shocked by the poverty but besotted with the people. “It’s a dustbowl,” she said. “The capital Lilongwe is just one main road with lots of little roads coming off it. None of the roads are tarmacked and here are big problems with water and electricity. “People say the Irish are friendly, and I really believe we are. But in Malawi, despite their problems, they’ll give you everything. That generosity is what I’ll really take home with me.” ** Marie would like to thank the Dublin Men’s Basketball Board and the Dublin Official’s Association for helping her Malawian trip come to pass.
McCarthy’s truncated year yields triple crown DESPITE a spate of early season injuries, Julie McCarthy enjoyed a season to remember winning three provincial titles and an Irish close championship crown. In March, the Irish international from Forrest Little was lying in third place heading into the second round of the French Ladies Amateur in St Cloud, Paris. But the 17-year-old sustained a wrist injury while warming up on the range and had to withdraw from the tournament. On returning home, undergoing some MRI scans, she was prescribed a six-week layoff and a six-week recovery program, taking here out of the Helen Holm, Welsh & Irish Ladies, Munster and the Irish Girls Open Championships. But she returned with a bang to competitive action at the Ulster Championships at the end of June, being the leading stroke play qualifier and when onto win the championship. Next up, she took the Lenister Championships before being selected as the playing captain for the Irish team at the European championships where Ireland won Flight B in Oslo. Returning from Oslo, the Irish Girls Close was held in Kilkenny; McCarthy previously won the Close in 2013 and was looking to repeat that victory in her last Close championship before heading over to Aurburn University in Alabama in August 2017. Second qualifier, she went onto to clinch the title for the second time on the 20th hole in an unbelievable final match against fellow International Niamh McSherry, that comprised of eight birdies and three eagles in regulation play. The Connacht Championship was the last remaining provincial championship before the home international matches. She clinched the championship with a score of eight under par. Ireland have been trying to win the home international matches for 47 years; this was McCarthy’s fourth time taking part in the home internationals with Ireland finishing runner up in the previous three years. They duly won, capping an amazing, albeit truncated, season for the Swords woman. It was capped by an invitation from HRH Duke of York, Prince Andrew, to his champions’ tournament played at Royal Birkdale in September 2016.
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SOCCER: MALAHIDE TWO-GOAL LEAD WIPED OUT IN IMPRESSIVE STYLE
Darcy sinks Stones with third goal in two outings PETER Darcy and Dean Ebbe played their part in Bluebell United’s 2-1 win over Greystones United AFC to lift the reigning LSL Sunday Senior champions back to the top of the LSL Sunday Senior at this early stage of the season. Bell had opened their campaign with a draw against Malahide United but bounced back with a 2-0 win over Bangor Celtic and moved up to seven points from three games soon after. Ebbe was the man to give Bluebell the opener just 10 minutes in when the former Collinstown man got on the end of a Karl Russell cross to land his first goal for the club. Greystones, though, hung tough and stayed in the tie in the first half with player manager Gary Dempsey credited with the equaliser when his shot took a deflection into the roof of the net. It remained 1-1 until the break and the Co Wicklow side pressed on in the second period but were caught with 20 minutes to go when Tony Keeler picked out Darcy and he scored his third goal in two games, a goal that ultimately proved the winne.
Bus drive past Swords to land early victory DUBLIN Bus started their LSL Sunday Senior 1 campaign with a strong 2-0 win over Swords Celtic at Coldcut, giving manager Darren Sheridan a strong footing to start the season. Aaron McGuirk opened the scoring with a superb volley after a clearance dropped his way for the opening goal. Geoff Doyle then added the second goal from a free-kick that took a deflection into the net for 2-0.
Swords fought back manfully but got little change from the Saints defence that featured three Byrnes along with Stephen Sibbald. Bus’s next encounter is a date with St John Bosco on Sunday. Glenville, meanwhile, bounced back from a defeat to Leixlip United to beat Portmarnock 2-1 away from home on Sunday. It lifts them up to fourth place in the early season table since their relegation from the top tier of intermediate football. They meet Broadford Rovers next on Friday evening.
Cherry Orchard got life in the LSL Sunday Senior off to a great start
Cherries bite back in LSL
LSL SUNDAY SENIOR Cherry Orchard Malahide United sport@dublingazette.com
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CHERRY Orchard marked their return to the Leinster Senior League’s top tier with a fantastic turn-around win against fellow promoted club Malahide United on Sunday. The Ballyfermot side’s return to the top tier after a season’s absence initially looked to have them out of their depth, as the visitors overrun the home side in the opening minutes, lashing in two goals inside 20 minutes as Orchard
struggled to break out of their own half. An Alan O’Sullivan header opened the scoring for Malahide inside ten minutes, with the ball squared to him by lively winger Alex Wright, who was a dominant figure in the early period. The goal came following a period of penalty box pinball, a common theme in the early periods at Orchard – playing their first game of the season to Malahide’s third – struggled to get a grip on proceedings. Darren Craven lashed in a second from a setpiece after 20-minutes and few in Elmdale Park
AVIVA FEVER Dublin venue to host Pro12 final next May DUBLIN’S Aviva Stadium was confirmed as the venue for the final of the Guinness Pro12 season this week with Lansdowne Road hosting the event on May 27, 2017. Leinster start their campaign against Treviso this Friday evening at the RDS at 7.35pm following with coach Leo Cullen saying Sean O’Brien and Robbie Henshaw are “making good progress” and that Johnny Sexton is “a couple of weeks away” from fitness. Picture: Dan Sheridan/Inpho
would have predicted anything other than a battering. Gritty Orchard dug in, though, and slowly started to turn the game. A scrappy corner routine led to a fumbled save and a poke home from Gareth Brogan, giving Orchard a halftime lifeline they barely deserved. The second half was to be a different story, though, with the home side every bit as dominant as their opponents had been early on. With Malahide struggling to compete in midfield, Aziz Yusiff got on the end of a fantastic
through ball, winning a fortuitous looking penalty as he was tapped by Dean Smith. He had appeared to be heading too far wide to threaten, but Ryan Coombes smashing home the resulting penalty. T hings were only going to go one way after that, and by the time Dean Murphy swung in a curling corner to the fast post in the dying minutes, the unfortunate touch of a visiting defender to put it through his own net was no less than the home side deserved; 3-2, and a top-tier return to remem-
ber. Next on the agenda for the Cherries is a date with Tolka Rovers on home turf once again, looking to get one over on a side that has begun the season in slow style with two losses and one draw from their three outings to date. Bluebell United, meanwhile, moved up to first place at this early stage with a 2-1 win over Greystones lifting them to seven points from three games with Peter Darcy and Dean Ebbe scoring the goals. It added a win over Bangor Celtic and a draw with Malahide United.
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HURLING: CLONDALKIN CLUB DENIED IN A THRILLER
CLUB NOTICEBOARD ROUND TOWER, CLONDALKIN CONGRATULATIONS to Jim, Frank and
and mentors to don their club col-
the Dubs on a great win.
ours and join us on the day. For more
Ticket orders are being taken for
information, contact Alan Milton on
the final. One ticket can be applied
087 9299488 or at alan.milton@gaa.ie.
for per member and orders will only
Have you placed an order for a
be accepted from fully paid up mem-
membership card? Cards are now
bers. You are asked to inform the bar
available from behind the bar in the
of your ticket preference - stand or
club.
terrace.
attend a meeting this coming Thurs-
with the order. You are advised, given
day, September 1 at 8.30pm in the
demand and likely limited allocation,
clubhouse.
we can give not guarantee of satisfy-
Our U-8 camogs are raffling a pair
ing all orders and thank members in
of All-Ireland hurling final premium
advance for their patience.
level tickets. Price per tickets is €5 or
On the playing front, our senior
three for €10. All proceeds to support
hurlers won their championship
this excellent upcoming team. Tickets
relegation play-off against Naomh
available from Alan on 087 9299488,
Mearnog but disappointment for our
Angela on 087 2453775 or from behind
junior hurlers who were defeated
the club bar.
by Wild Geese in their championship semi-final.
Round Tower on the attack against Wild Geese
Tower’s Goose cooked in Junior E semi final JEHC SEMI-FINAL Round Tower 3-13 Wild Geese 4-12 sport@dublingazette.com
THERE was disappointment for the Round Tower as they were denied a place in the junior championship final after losing to Wild Geese by 3-13 to 4-12 at Monastery Road. Two second half goals in the space of 10 minutes proved the difference in a tight game that could have gone either way. Tower’s scored the first two points of the game through Martin Doyle and Jim McGrath before Wild Geese hit a 1-1 – the goal coming after an aerial tussle fell the way of their centre-half-forward. The scores were level soon afterwards when an Eoin Ryan put over a free, before turning sharply to raise the arms of the umpires once more. Ruairi Keogh put Towers ahead for the first time in the match when he showed great con-
trol from a fast-travelling sideline cut to score from range. The visitors notched a point before Martin Doyle carried possession free of a rummage and laid it off to Ryan, who advanced on goal and finished at the near post. Wild Geese responded in emphatic fashion by putting three points over the bar but Towers were back in front again after Ryan picked himself up off the ground to score from a free. Eoghan Hutchinson made a superb block before he was fouled on the 50, and Ryan made no mistake when knocking over another free. Despite Tower’s best efforts, the visitors would not go away and they retook the three minutes before the break. There was just enough time for yet another Ryan free to leave the scores level at 1-8 apiece at the break. A slower start to the second period saw Tow-
er’s go four behind, with Wild Geese striking 1-1. The response from Tower’s was instant with Ryan breaking in from the right and evading three challenges before striking low into the corner. However, the visitors then enjoyed a very productive spell, scoring 1-3 without reply. Entering into the final quarter trailing by six, Towers needed to show resolve and they did so. Ryan struck two frees brought about because of pressure placed on the oppositions defenders,
and an outstanding strike from the right touchline that was set up by Niall Corless. Ryan turned provider when he won in the air and set up onrushing midfielder Ciaran Brennan to reduce the deficit to two. A point each was scored to leave Wild Geese five ahead going into injury-time and the last point was from a Power free but it was the last play of the game and the championship journey ended for another year.
Juvenile mentors are asked to
Payment is not being accepted
Bingo continues in the club every Tuesday with first call 8.30pm. This
The club’s annual Family Day will
week’s jackpot is €1,000 if called with-
take place on Sunday, September 11 at
in 52 numbers. All welcome for a fun
Monastery Road 1- 5pm. We are try-
night.
ing to involve all sections of the club
Round Tower Lotto (August 22): The
and are inviting all club teams to par-
jackpot was €10,000; Numbers drawn
ticipate in one way or another i.e. by
were 2, 7, 21 and 22; the bonus ball was
running a stand or some other novel
14. There was no overall winner and
games related initiative.
one bonus ball winner of €200: GAA
A schedule of events will be circu-
for Ma’s. Three €100 winners: Debbie
lated in advance but please spread
c/o Sally, Ned O’Byrne, Luke and Sam
the word and encourage all players
and John.
ST PAT’S PALMERSTOWNA new 10-week weight loss BootTHE lotto numbers for this week were 10, 16, 21 and 28. There was no winner
camp is starting this week. All are wel-
so next week the jackpot will be €5,000.
come. Starting Wednesday, August
The draw takes place in the Palm-
31 in Glenaulin park; it will comprise
erstown House every Sunday night at
of two sessions a week at 6.30pm on
10pm and tickets cost €2.
Wednesdays and Fridays.
Thank you to all our sellers and to
The cost is €3 per class or 50 Euro
all that support our lotto every week.
upfront (a saving of €10 or 16%). We are
Tickets available from all the usual
asking those interested to be at the St
sellers including Moriarty’s Super-
Patrick’s clubhouse at 6pm on the first
Valu, Palmerstown House and Manor
evening so we can register.
Hair Studios.
If you have any questions, please
We are holding our golf classic on
feel free to contact Peter Keaney on
Saturday, September 17 in Slade Val-
085 2838154 or Conor Haugh on 086
ley Golf Club from 12.30 to 4pm; a team
3851310.
of four is €240 with meal afterwards. Hole or Tee Box sponsorship is €50. It is dfollowed by a Decades Disco
Our Nursery has started back on Mondays in Glenaulin from 6-7pm, new players welcome ages 4-7.
in the Palmerstown House function
Well done to the U-14 and U-12 camo-
room at 9pm; entry is €10, free entry
gie team; they played a great game in
for golfers. Contact Robbie on 087 169
the championship against Na Fianna
8166, Paul on 087 661 3104 or email the
on Saturday. A brilliant effort from
secretary.
all the girls. Well done to our senior
Our Friday hurling and camogie
Camogie team on their four point win
skills continues on Friday and will be on
over Peregrines in the championship.
from 6-7pm next week. Everyone wel-
Great win this week for the Senior
come. It’s a great chance for the kids
Hurlers over Whitehall Colmcille’s,
to learn from experienced coaches.
well done lads
Memberships are overdue so any-
Well done to Jack Hanlon who played
one that hasn’t paid can you please do
at half time on Sunday in Croke Park
so urgently.
during the Dublin v Kerry match.
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Ballyowen Celtic’s young stars can now progress through the club to their newly formed adult team
Ballyowen’s new horizon Celtic launch new adult side for the first time in the club’s history and start off with a 2-1 victory over St Maelruan’s to boot in the UCFL3A KARL GRAHAM
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BALLYOWEN Celtic FC has had the perfect start to the season as their brand new senior team defeated St Maelruan’s 2-1 in their first game of the United Churches League Division 3A. It is the first time the club has had an adult team and they are hoping it will help establish them as one of the top clubs in the area. In a performance of class and skill that would be expected from an established team, Matthew O’Donovan and Karl Canning scored the goals to give their side maid-
en victory. Manager Mark Curtis spoke to GazetteSport about why they decided to set-up the team and their aspirations for the season ahead. “Basically, some of the players who have played with us in the past up until Under-16 level had gone off to try their luck at other clubs. They had finished their soccer careers at schoolboy level but wanted to come back and play senior football. “So they approached us during the close of last season and asked if they could get a couple of lads together who played for us previously, along with a few new lads, who would we be interested in dipping our toes
into a senior football league. “Of course, we said yes because we never had any trouble with the lads before and it was always a pleasure to manage them. We approached the United Churches League to see if they would accept our entry and they did so we set up a team for the boys.” When asked what the aspirations for the current season were, Curtis is not aiming too high for now. “I suppose [the aim is] to become a recognised team in the league. I haven’t got any major aspirations of winning anything this year. “I would like to establish ourselves as a good senior team in the area that could
attract players in and hopefully, if all goes well, to get as far up the table as we can.” As the old saying goes, there is no I in team and Curtis was keen to push this philosophy when asked if there was anybody who he expected to stand out. “I wouldn’t like to mention or hang out anybody individually; it’s a team performance by all accounts.” For now, Ballyowen are going to take things one game at a time and hope their success in growing their junior teams will rub off on the senior team. The club is always open to new people joining who have an interest in volunteering or managing a side.