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The crew of the Oman Mod 70 trimaran took a well-deserved moment to smile for the camera after claiming the Round Ireland speed sailing record off Dun Laoghaire recently.

Skippered by Sidney Gavignet, the crew included Fahad Al Hasni, Yasser Al Rahbi, Sami Al Shukaili, Alex Pella and French multihull veteran Jean Baptiste Levaill. The crew broke the decades-old record set by Steve Fossett in 1993, taking just over 40 hours to circumnavigate Ireland, despite some very challenging weather and sea conditions.

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€2.75m urban beach plan gets go-ahead An Bord Pleanala rejects appeal against badeschiff scheme at East Pier

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PLANNING approval by An Bord Pleanala has been secured for a €2.75m badeschiff in Dun Laoghaire.

Permission for the urban beach project was given the

go-ahead last week, despite an appeal to halt the development lodged with An Bord Pleanala after Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council granted it permission in January.

The approval covers the

development of an artificial beach on the East Pier, a cafe and a floating river barge containing a 250sq m pool of heated sea water.

Dun Laoghaire Harbour Company said the project has the potential to attract

around 100,000 visitors a year and could generate as much as €1m annually.

Cllr Melisa Halpin (PBP) said Save Our Seafront were very disappointed that their appeal was unsuccessful.

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employment Council does not hire a single intern out of 25

O’Brien ‘appalled’ at JobBridge figures A local politician said he was “appalled” that no JobBridge intern hired by Dun LaoghaireRathdown County Council over the last four years had been hired by the council at the end of their internship.

Cllr Shane O’Brien (SF) criticised the council last week over a track record dating back to 2011, showing that none of the 25 JobBridge interns with the council had gained employment.

He added: “T hese figures further demonstrate that the JobBridge scheme is not fit for purpose and should be

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scrapped immediately.

This scheme has reduced the number of real job opportunities available and seems to be used as a tool to manage live register figures by the Department of Social Protection. The programme is exploitative and Sinn Fein’s alternative proposals include a substantial increase in the range of apprenticeships

available that would not displace paid in-work training or jobs.”

A council spokesperson said: “To date under the JobBridge scheme the Council has engaged 25 interns since the commencement of the scheme in 2011 in a wide variety of positions and currently has three internships in place, one in the arts office and two assigned to road maintenance projects.

“It is a condition of the scheme that interns may not be engaged in positions that would ordinarily be filled by a permanent employee and therefore the

council is restricted in the areas and type of work that the interns can be offered. To date all interns have been engaged in project type work and not in core work or activities.”

T he spokesperson added that the council was therefore not in a position to offer employment to any interns as per the terms of the scheme and a recruitment moratorium has also been in place since 2009.

Welcomed

Meanwhile, the council welcomed six graduates last week as part of a new, paid scheme to run over two years.

According to the council: “Six graduates commenced with the council [last week] under the programme for Graduate Opportunities in the Local Government Sector. This is a structured graduate development programme covering a two

The council has clarified its use of JobBridge graduates in a number of areas

year contract period which has been designed to meet the demands of graduate entrants to local government.”

The graduates will be employed by the council on a two year fixed term contract and will be paid for their work in the areas of HR management, communications, economic enterprise, project and programme

management and business development.

Cllr Lettie McCarthy (Lab) said: “I think the graduate scheme is a good programme and it’s up to people to get in there and prove their worth because it puts them in a much stronger position for a fulltime job. I certainly wouldn’t be critical of any of these positions

and I’ve known lots of youngsters that have come out of college who went onto various schemes like JobBridge or work experience…When I left college I hadn’t a clue of what took place in the council. So, I think it gives them a very good insight and broadens their horizons and I completely support it.”

Local schools set to get ICT grants  Bairbre Ni Bhraonain

SIXTEEN schools in Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown are set to receive grant aid from the Department of Education and Skills to support a design and communications graphics programme.

Minister for Education Jan O’Sullivan a nnounced €7m in grants to 450 post-primary schools to help implement the Design and Communication Graph-

ics (DCG) curriculum.

Among the schools due to avail of the grant are Blackrock College, Rathgar School in Glenageary, CBC Monkstown Park, De La Salle Churchtown, Ballinteer Community School, and St Laurence College in Loughlinstown.

DCG, introduced in 2007, is one of the main Leaving Certificate subjects where information technology is a central requirement in assess-

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ment methodology. Last year, more than 5,400 students sat the subject for the Leaving Certificate, and it is studied in 450 schools.

Minister O’Sullivan said: “My department recognises the importance of DCG as it directly contributes to the key skills required in Ireland’s knowledge-based economy. It incorporates principles of science, materials, manufacture, design, technology and information technology.”

The funding will include the provision of new laptops and desktop computers, each averaging around €1,150 per computer.

Cllr Mary Hanafin

(FF) said: “I introduced the DCG programme when I was Minister for Education in 2007, and I am delighted to see the success of the contribution to the skills of school leavers.

“While the funding is welcome, it is based on the number of students who have already taken the Leaving Cert, rather than encouraging additional new students to choose the subject and investing in them.”

Cllr Neale Richmond (FG) said: “This is a great boost to a number of local schools such as Ballinteer Community School, St Tiernan’s and Wesley College, amongst many others.”

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meeting: investigation before transfer decision on company

College to hold open day

Councillors wait for harbour report  Bairbre Ni Bhraonain

AT A special meeting this week, councillors decided to wait for the results of a comprehensive due diligence report (an investigation into a business prior to signing a contract) into Dun Laoghaire Harbour Company before deciding on a method of transferring control over to the council.

The results of the due diligence report are due in 10 to 12 weeks, after which the council will meet again to decide whether to subsume the harbour company into Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council as a department, or to dissolve the company.

The transfer decision

is part of the upcoming Harbour Amendment Bill under the National Ports Policy.

During a three-hour meeting in County Hall, director of environment Richard Shakespeare outlined the state of the transfer process.

He told councillors that LHM Casey McGrath Accountants were appointed in 2015 to carry out a due diligence investigation into the harbour company to identify and evaluate assets, liabilities, organisation structures, staff contracts and other contracts and more.

Cllr Patricia Stewart (FG) said: “The future of the harbour depends on its ability to generate income. It takes a great

deal to maintain it. Cruise liners seem like a good replacement after the loss of the ferries. This idea must be given the closest scrutiny.”

Cllr Michael Merrigan (Ind) said: “Councillors raised serious issues on governance and financial matters but it was decided to await the results of a due diligence examination of the Harbour Company before tabling any motions on the governance matter.”

Cllr Melisa Halpin (PBP) said: “Many councillors ... want to see the harbour company absorbed into the council, giving all the workers the proper terms and conditions they deserve after years of pay cuts.”

The county in your hand: New site to show DLR’s vast range of attractions WITH a large range of activities catering for all interests, the plentiful natural, historical, cultural and social attractions across Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown were highlighted with ease at the recent launch of the Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown Tourism Information website at County Hall in Dun Laoghaire. An Cathaoirleach Marie Baker (FG) joined the manager of the Tourism Information Centre, James McCawley, to take a close look at the site, which is positioned to be the primary source of tourism information for the DLR region, with social media updates also a key part of its reach. For further information, see For further information, see www.dlrtourism.ie. Picture: Peter Cavanagh

Irish language summer college for secondar y school students, SarGhael, is holding an open day on May 30 at 2pm in Dun Laoghaire.

SarGhael’s open day will be held at the IADT campus on Kill Avenue, where the college is based.

Several courses will be running throughout the summer, all of which attempt to get away from grammar, fadas and “An bhfuil cead agam dul go dti an leithreas?”

Instead, the onus is on speaking Irish, no matter how strong or weak your ability may be.

For more information on SarGhael’s courses, you can visit www. sarghael.com.

Spaces are running out fast.

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probe Dalkey teen died after falling ill in Abbey Street

Tributes paid to Ana Hick after sudden death in city  Bairbre Ni Bhraonain

A GARDA investigation is now under way into the death of Dalkey teenager Ana Hick, following her collapse and death outside the Twisted Pepper night club on Abbey Street on May 16.

The acting student from Dalkey, who was due to turn 19 on May 19, was rushed to the Mater Hospital, where she later died at 5.30pm on May 17. Toxicology tests have now been carried out but results have not yet been released.

A Garda spokesperson told The Gazette the team at Store Street Garda Station is currently investigating the circumstances of Hick’s death.

The Twisted Pepper released a statement on its Facebook page, saying it was “deeply saddened”

by Hick’s death.

Her mother, Elga Hick, posted a moving video of the two singing a Disney song on her Facebook page.

During morning prayers at Hick’s former school, Loreto Abbey, Dalkey, school chaplain Will Flanagan read out a prayer for the late student before students, parents, the board of management, the principal and staff.

“Today is such a sad day for so many people in our school community. All of us who knew Ana will remember her as someone who was full of life and laughter, full of fun

The late Ana Hick, who died on Sunday, May 17 after being taken ill on Saturday 16

and talent.

“Her sad death reminds us again of the bonds we form as a school community. Even though one of us may no longer be here

in the building, our presence can still be felt.

“When we lose one of our own, we all feel the loss.”

He went on to speak of the “unimaginable” loss for Hick’s parents and hoped they would find support in the people around them.

Chaplin Flanagan went on to quote American writer Mark Helprin’s description of death as being like “the silent crossing of a meadow”.

The Irish Film Acade-

my, where Hick was a student of acting, held a vigil for their former student on Monday night.

The founder of the academy, Rachel Sarah Murphy, said this was to show her family how loved Hick was.

At the vigil, Murphy said: “Our gorgeous classmate Ana, who shone so bright in life, has taken her place amongst the stars.”

Cllr Maria Bailey (FG) said: “My thoughts are with her family at this time.”

don’sdublin Artist Harry Clarke was a true original There are few originals, but Harry Clarke most certainly was one of that rare breed. He was the third child of Henry Clarke (decorator from Leeds) who arrived in Dublin in 1877 and his wife, Brigid, and was born on St Patrick’s Day in 1889.

He attended Model School (Marlborough Street) before going to nearby Belvedere College. After leaving in 1905, he took up an apprenticeship in his father’s studio, that by now had added a stained-glass section. Work was tough and his skills were soon noted in the Dublin Art School where he went to evening classes. In 1910, his work was recognised countrywide for the first time when his The Consecration of St Mel, Bishop of Longford, by St Patrick won the gold medal for stained-glass work in the Board of Education National Competition.

Shortly afterwards he went to London, where he worked as a book illustrator for the publisher Harrap & Co. Here he was able to transfer his skill of working in glass and his first printed work was Fairy Tales

by Hans Christian Andersen. Next was a set of illustrations of Edgar Allan Poe’s Tales of Mystery and Imagination, a work so brilliantly done that Clarke’s reputation as an illustrator was assured.

When his father died in 1921, Harry and his brother Walter took over the studio, and produced more than 160 stained-glass windows for both commercial and religious commissions. His work suffuses strong, bright colours and the brilliant drawing of elongated, expressive figures is breathtaking, especially when backlit by strong sunshine. The use of such colour was something that he loved having been influenced by the great stained-glass windows at Chartres Cathedral. As his fame grew he received commissions from England, America and Australia and he worked tirelessly in the smoky studio.

Clarke suffered with lung problems all his life so the studio environment was bad for him. He continued and was finally diagnosed with tuberculosis in 1929. While returning to Dublin from a sanatorium Clarke died in Chur, Switzerland, on January 6, 1931, where he is buried. He was only 41.

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An example of one of Harry Clarke’s colourful and expressive stained-glass windows

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planning An Bord Pleanala rejects appeal against badeschiff

Challenge sinks as floating pool okayed  Bairbre Ni Bhraonain

A CHALLENGE to stop a €2.75m badeschiff proposal for Dun Laoghaire’s East Pier from going ahead failed recently, as An Bord Pleanala gave the project the go-ahead.

The proposed urban beach project will include the creation of an artificial beach on the East Pier, a cafe and a floating river barge in which a pool will sit.

Sea water in the 250sq m pool will be heated to 26C. Planning for the proposal was approved by Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council in December 2014,

with this followed by an appeal lodged to An Bord Pleanala in January by Save Our Seafront, and others.

That appeal has now been denied, and the badeschiff looks set to go ahead. The estimated €2.75m cost of the project will be evenly divided between the council and Dun Laoghaire Harbour Company.

Cllr Cormac Devlin (FF) said: “This was a controversial proposal as it involved works within the curtilage of the harbour and the possible downgrading of the [Dun Laoghaire] baths site.

“However, in January, €2.75m was allocated to

renovate the baths and the conditions laid down

by An Bord Pleanala will ensure the badeschiff proposal is less intrusive than initially envisaged.”

A separate public consultation on plans for the former Dun Laoghaire baths site is still ongoing.

Cllr Mary Hanafin (FF) said: “There are now three major development proposals for the harbour area, and I am concerned at the piecemeal fashion in which it is being progressed.

“The development of the baths in Dun Laoghaire is the most essential popular proposal, which should and will proceed, but the Harbour

Company need to engage properly with the public and elected public representatives the overall plans for this valuable asset.”

Cllr Patricia Stewart (FG) said: “I am delighted this project has been given the go-ahead. With the newer and better designs, the urban beach area – including public toilets and café – will enhance the experience of walking the pier.”

Politicians such as Cllr Melisa Ha lpin (PBP), whose motion was defeated in January to halt the payment of a €156,419 bill accrued to the council for the facility’s design, to date,

Artist’s render of the completed badeschiff in situ. Picture: Dun Laoghaire Harbour Company

said: “Save Our Seafront appealed this decision to An Bord Pleanala and we are very disappointed that our appeal was unsuccessful.”

She added that the badeschiff money would be better spent at the

Dun Laoghaire Baths site to provide a swimming pool, as this is not included in the first phase of the baths’ redevelopment.

Dun Laoghaire Harbour Company said the urban beach has the potential to draw 100,000

visitors a year and generate €1m.

The company’s operation manager Tim Ryan said An Bord Pleanala’s decision is “very welcome and marks a vital step in realising the full potential of the harbour”.

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crime Garda clampdown a response to increase in incidents across the area

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GARDA checkpoints are being set up this week in Blackrock, Dun Laoghaire and Dalkey as part of a major crackdown on burglaries.

A new Burglary Response Unit on the M50 has been put in place, along with rampedup surveillance in certain high-risk areas.

The Garda clampdown is in response to a rising trend in burglaries in the

Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown area. Gardai will position themselves on the M50 and patrol specified areas in an effort to catch would-be burglars.

It has been reported that this will involve the use of new automatic number plate recognition software to identify offenders.

The initial focus of the taskforce will be in Dun Laoghaire and Blackrock, but if the new measure proves successful,

it could be rolled out to other regions across the country.

A Garda spokesperson told The Gazette: “The Divisional Crime Task Forces are now Operation Acer Burglary Response Units. Operation Acer is a long-running operation identifying and targeting burglars operating in Dublin.

“The main focus of these units is to prevent and detect burglaries, and proactively target

burglars identified by Operation Acer. The plan will see increased patrols in areas most affected by burglaries. These areas are identified by use of heat map analysis.”

T he spokesperson added that the new unit will focus on burglars already known to gardai.

“Scenes of Crime units will prioritise burglary scenes. Community policing personnel will advise residents and communities in areas experiencing an increase in burglaries on crime prevention measures.”

A detective superintendent has been appointed to oversee this. Gardai are now asking the public

eligibility

Time to vote on age of president While it has been all but forgotten due to the high profile of the Marriage Referendum, there is another referendum being held on May 22.

Voters will be asked to reduce the age at which candidates are eligible for election to the office of President from 35 to 21-years-old.

Legislation The current legislation reads: “Every citizen who has reached his thirty-fifth year of age is eligible for election to the office of President.”

It is proposed that this be changed to: “Every citizen who has reached the age of twenty-one years is eligible for election to the office of President.”

Garda checkpoints will be set up to help target burglaries in DLR. Picture: Darren Hall

to alarm their homes and light their houses when absent.

Cllr Mary Hanafin (FF), who is chairperson of Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council Joint Policing Committee, said: “The increased surveillance is necessary as unfortunately there has been an increase in

burglaries. The decision of the Government to close the Garda stations in Dalkey and Kill o’ the Grange has left the community more vulnerable, so the Gardai need to be supported in their challenging work.”

Of the initiative, Cllr Lettie McCarthy (Lab) said: “I understand it will

be rolled out further and this is a must. I also ask the question why it was rolled out in the Dun Laoghaire area in the first instance.

“It’s very sad that a small portion of society lack the very basic rule that we do not interfere with other people’s belongings.”

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books Learning the process of creative writing and publishing

Transition Year students brain storm with Doyle  Bairbre Ni Bhraonain

Twenty-five Transition Year students from Christian Brothers’ College (CBC) in Monkstown Park, have written a book of short stories called Brain Storms, with a little help from author Roddy Doyle.

The book is the result of the students’ involvement in Fighting Words, a creative writing centre founded by Roddy Doyle. Brain Storms was launched on May 18 at CBC, Monkstown Park and it will now be available to buy online from Fighting Words and

Amazon.

As part of the Fighting Words, programme, Doyle and his team gave a helping hand to the 25 CBC students, with the whole process of writing, editing, developing and finally launching their book of short stories.

English teacher Hugh Fitzmaurice said: “The students loved every minute of this process.

They got to learn everything needed to publish their own book from the experts at Fighting Words.

They created the stories, came up with the book title, created the book cover and learned about

marketing their book. It was a great experience both for the students and for me as their teacher to see the students blossom and grow through the process.”

Founded in 2009, Fighting Words believes that creative writing is an essential part of every child’s education. The initiative was set up to provide a free dedicated opportunity to let children explore the potential of their imaginations and as a result inspire self-expression, literacy and self-confidence in young people.

The Transition Year

Author Roddy Doyle (centre), past pupil Sean Love (right), English teacher Hugh Fitzmaurice (far right), with transition year students from Christian Brothers’ College, Monkstown Park

students of CBC Monkstown Park were the lucky participants of a unique year-long programme run

by Fighting Words which offered them a weekly space to come and write short stories in the presence of the volunteer writing team. Each week they worked on creating, developing and enhancing their individual short stories with the view to

putting them together as a collection.

In the introduction to Brain Storms, IMPAC award winning novelist Kevin Barry wrote: “This is a fantastic collection and it’s one to be savoured – don’t gorge on all the stories at once.

Spread them out over a long while, like delicacies.

I think we’ll be hearing from many of these new

voices again and again and again.”

The official book launch of Brain Storms took place on May 18 at the school in Monkstown with teachers, students and authors all in attendance.

Fighting Words provides free tutoring and mentoring in creative writing and related arts to many children, young

adults and adults. Their programmes and workshops are delivered mainly by volunteers.

94% of the funding for Fighting Words comes from private individuals and institutions and are not state funded though they do receive grant aid for some of their publications from the Arts Council and the Dublin City Council Arts Office.

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gazetteGALLERY book launch: LexIcon library and cultural centre

Launching a tale of Irish social history

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Paul McCann and Muireann Kavanagh

here was a great crowd for the launch of An Tolg Draiochta

by Carmel Ui Cheallaigh and Jimmy Burns in the LexIcon in Dun Laoghaire recently. Late Late Show host Ryan Tubridy took time from his busy schedule to launch the book.

He alluded to his longterm friend-

ship with the author, Carmel Ui Cheallaigh, his local librarian in Dalkey.

Carmel welcomed everyone and read a short excerpt from the book, explaining that, what started as a simple idea about the interaction between a child and her mother, had

evolved through the illustrations into an Irish social history. Artist and illustrator Jimmy Burns then presented Ryan with a painting as a “visual thank you”. When painting the picture for Ryan, Jimmy was inspired by Ryan’s love of books and his local area of Sandycove.

Brothers Alvin and Alen Kathleen and Gerard Madden

Sebastian

Author Carmel Ui Cheallaigh, Ryan Tubridy and illustrator Jimmy Burns. Pictures: Rose Comiskey

Siblings Aislinn Cliona and Rian Moore Bernie Fox, Ruth O’Sullivan and Hazel Boylan

Gwen, Trish, Jimmy and Alan Burns

Lucy, Grace and Sylvia Burns

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A DAY IN THE LIFE: singer-songwriter damien dempsey’s routines

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He’s boxing clever with yoga to help him relax

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AHEAD of his appearance at this year’s Salmon Leap Festival in Leixlip, which runs from May 29 to 31, singer Damien Dempsey took some time out to run through an average day in his life.

“I get up at around 11am and I’ll have some warm lemon water, a Granny Smith apple and some vitamins.

“If it’s sunny at all, I’ll get out on a bit of a quilt and do yoga moves – I know about five of them!

“So, I’ll do them in the sun, get the old vitamin D in, and the bit of air while stretching. Then I’ll do some [yoga] breathing at the end of it. That’ll put you in good form.

“Then I go back in and probably have some free-range scrambled eggs and vegetarian sausages,” he said.

Dempsey then gets a chance to check his emails before doing some song-writing or cycling to Howth or Portmarnock

for a swim if the tide is in.

“I might meet up with friends of mine.

There’s a few lads from Darndale, an actor and a rapper and I get together with them. We’ll have an old pow-wow and a chat and then go down to the cinema.

“Then I might meet my father for lunch; he’s retired now and lives in the area. I might meet my mother; she lives in the city so I might go in there for lunch, either at her house or out in a cafe.”

Dempsey likes to have dinner at home when he is not on the road, and often keeps it simple with some fried fish and oven chips.

“Then I’d watch a bit of telly in the evening. I record a load of documentaries and movies on the old Sky box. In the evening too, I’ll probably go down to St Anne’s Park for a jog or to the boxing club and do a few rounds on the bag and a little bit of sparring.

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Dublin Garden Festival

Damien Dempsey: “Before I go to bed at around 5am, I just love the stillness of the night to reflect on things when everybody’s dreaming”

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‘I’m staying clear of any punches to the head. It’s making the singing easier now that I can breathe through my nose’ -----------------------------------------

“I don’t do head shots anymore; I’m getting a bit too old for that. I got my nose fixed as my septum was deviated from years of getting hit.

“So I just got it fixed now; I’m staying clear of any punches to the head. It’s

making the singing a bit easier now that I can breathe through my nose.

“Before I go to bed at around 5am, I just love the stillness of the night to reflect on things when everybody’s dreaming.”

This year’s line-up at at the Salmon Leap Festival also features KILA, Sharon Shannon, Altan, Mundy, Eddi Reader, Luka Bloom, Mairtin O’Connor Trio, Alan Kelly Gang, The Whileaway and more.

Day tickets for the event are priced at €35, and weekend tickets cost €75.

They are available from www.salmonleapfestival.com.

A stunning flower festival with contemporary and classic arrangements will be held at the Dublin Garden Festival in Christchurch Cathedral from June 19 to 21.

This is the first time Christ Church Cathedral has held a garden festival and the arrangements that will be on display are designed by some of Ireland’s most talented floral artists.

The Cathedral will be transformed into a floral arcadia with an array of floral displays which will fill the medieval building with colour.

Visitors will receive advice from gardening and horticultural professionals, and along with displays, there will also be a petting zoo, Irish food produce, urban gardens, birds of prey, craft demonstrations, live entertainment and an outdoor artisan food tent.

On Friday and Saturday, a number of talks entitled Gardening With The Experts will take place with guest speakers including world renowned gardener Helen Dillon and award-winning florist Christopher White.

For further information, see www.dublingardenfestival.ie.

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Gazette Group editor Mimi Murray (right) is calling on people to vote Yes on May 22, as she believes it is right to extend equality to all families and LGBT people

EDITOR ON EQUALITY

Vote Yes to make all our citizens equal ON MAY 22, we are being asked to vote in the same-sex marriage equality referendum.

As someone who has gay family members, friends and colleagues – which I’m sure many of you do – I have read about, listened to and debated the issue with many people, both pro and anti.

This is something that affects all our lives, or will most likely affect us in the future, particularly for our kids and grandkids, and beyond.

T here have been some reasonable arguments from both sides, and also some vile and nasty comments, again emanating from both sides.

As with almost all of us, I like to think that I am a reasonable and fair person who tries to see things from both sides, but there is one thing that I cannot shake – I cannot stop thinking about how every member of the LGBT community in Ireland is going to feel on May 23 if this referendum does not carry.

I will not be able to look those LGBT family members, friends and colleagues in the eye if we vote no to

their equality, because, effectively, what we as a nation will have said to them is this: “You can ride the bus with us, but you have to sit at the back.”

If the No vote carries, we will have told our LGBT citizens that they are equal, yet will have still voted against extending true equality to them – a contradiction that I cannot, will not, accept.

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‘I feel I will not be able to look LGBT family members in the eye if we vote No to their equality’ -------------------------

I grew up in a small Irish town in the 1980s, in an open minded family.

But homosexuality was not something that was ever really seen, because most gay people stayed in the closet.

Nowadays, members of the LGBT community can be more open about who they love, and who they are, and some people may feel that this is enough.

We have come a long way; that is cor-

rect. Some people say: “LGBT people already have the option of a civil partnership, so why do they need marriage, too?”

My belief is that we cannot say to two adults who love each other and want to commit to each other, that they are equal to us – but are not really equal.

I really want to be able to attend my best friend’s wedding, to know that we can all participate in that special day, the same way I would with any of my other friends.

I want to know that my children or grandchildren, whatever their sexual orientation, will have the same rights as their siblings.

And it’s my belief that until you are in that position, that a family member comes out to you, in fear and desperation, that you will ever really know how important this vote is.

That’s why I will be voting Yes on May 22.

Voting Yes is a vote to support my kids and grandkids – and to support all of our nation’s children and families.

Mimi Murray

Editor, Gazette Group

Temple Bar Food Market now draws food producers of the finest quality to set up stalls. Picture: Kasia Kaminska

Eighteen years of fine food in Temple Bar THE ever popular Temple Bar Food Market is celebrating its 18th birthday. The market is held in Meeting House Square from 10am to 4.30pm each Saturday and attracts gourmands from all over Dublin for its foodie delights.

T h e m a r ke t h a s grown over the past 18 years of its existence, both in popularity and sophistication. Temple Bar Food Market now draws food producers of the finest quality to set up stalls.

Some of the finest growers of produce, fishmongers and bakers in Dublin and all over the country are now regular stall-holders at the market. They include: Ariosa Coffee Roasting Company, Wildf lour Bakery, Paddy Jack, who produces his fine range of distinctive Abbey Cheeses from his farm in Cuffsboro, Co Laois, slabs of Bean and Goose Chocolate made by Irish chocolatiers and sisters Karen and Natalie Keane and many more.

SPOKETACULAR GETAWAY FOR THIEF A THIEF stole a painting from Duke Street Gallery and made his getaway in a manner that probably hasn’t been seen since the war of independence.

After pinching the painting Leeson Street by Irish artist Joby Hickey, the thief made his escape on a bicycle.

The painting which is valued at €1,150, was on display outside the gallery and the man made a circuit of the gallery’s perimeter before snatching it while pretending to park his bicycle. He pretended to lock up the bike but jumped behind the railing and cut the painting from the easel to which it was attached.

Gallery staff said that they tried to give chase but were unable to catch up. Gardai at Pearse Street station are investigating the case.

RIVERFEST RETURNS THREE tall ships are due to arrive into North Wall Quay this June Bank Holiday, as Dublin Port’s Riv-

erfest returns. From May 30 to June 1, the festival will offer entertainment galore as well as plenty of good food and drink to visitors. Organised by the Dublin Port Company and the Docklands Business Forum, this year’s event promises to be a unique celebration which will be held all along the historic quays of Dublin.

A huge array of activities are planned over the course of the weekend including the arrival of three tall ships and four schooners which will berth at North Wall Quay for the weekend. Kayaking sessions will be available for landlubbers to try out and Dublin Bay Cruises the St Bridget will offer three trips daily out into Dublin Bay. The magnificent Jeanie Johnson will once again be offering free tours.

ROW OVER ENDA’S COMMENTS THE Dail descended into chaos recently with Taoiseach Enda Kenny telling Anti-Austerity-Alliance deputies “where to go”.

Deputy Paul Murphy (AAA) was questioning Enda on whether people who refuse to pay their water bills will be brought to court prior to next year’s general election and if so had he any alternative career prospects lined up. Enda told Murphy he wouldn’t “spoon feed” him and he should “toddle along” to an Irish Water presentation being given in Leinster House that afternoon and direct his questions to them.

Deputy Ruth Coppinger asked what the point of leaders’ questions was and Enda responded with a wink saying: “To tell you where to go.”

Deputy Roisin Shortall (Ind) took exception to this and refused to sit down until Enda apologised. Ceann Comhairle, Sean Barrett weighed in with what is fast becoming his catchphrase: “Will you sit down?”

After reiterating this for the umpteenth time to no avail he was obliged to suspend proceedings for 10 minutes. The circus continues!

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for: it is right to extend equality to all citizens

By voting Yes, we will strengthen the ties of all our diverse families THIS is an important milestone for the country, and for the Labour Party. As we approach the centenary of the Easter Rising, there is

much reflection in our political debates on its legacy, and the most appropriate means of commemorating it.

This is not just a cam-

paign about abstract rights or legal entitlements – it is a deeply personal and human campaign that is primarily about treating people

with dignity, respect, and fairness.

I have been listening these past few months to many deeply moving personal stories. I believe it these stories that will sway the argument towards a Yes vote on May 22.

I have been particularly struck by the emotions of parents and grandparents who have joined the campaign to express their support for their gay and lesbian children and grandchildren who desire to marry in this country.

Every Yes vote in this referendum is a show of solidarity, not only with those directly affected but also with their families, parents, siblings and their wider family circles.

It is a signal to all of them that we treasure them all as full and equal citizens.

Marriage is one of the most cherished institutions in our culture.

We cherish it because it creates a stable bond between two individuals which strengthens them as a couple and strengthens all of society as a result.

We encourage couples to marry because the vows they make to one another offers advantages to themselves, but are also tremendously beneficial to the whole community.

By voting Yes, our people can agree to extend the value of committed and enduring domestic relationships to all cou-

Joan Burton: “Ours is a complex, diverse society that contains many family types and many forms of parenting. It is offensive and preposterous to suggest that children should be exclusively reared in one form of household only.”

ples.

By voting Yes, we strengthen their ties with the rest of us.

By voting Yes, we are also telling these couples, their parents, their siblings, their friends and work colleagues, as well as society as a whole, that their relationships are equally worthy, equally legitimate, equally permanent and equally valued.

Opponents of this amendment, on the other hand, seem to be fixated on the notion of the “ideal family” – whatever that means.

Thousands of people in our country have been raised by singleparent families because of the death of a spouse, because of divorce, or

because of many other reasons.

Many others, myself included, have been raised by adoptive parents.

It is insulting to all the Irish people who are part of such family arrangements that somehow they are second-class because they do not fit easily into some supposedly perfect family fit.

Ours is a complex, diverse society that contains many family types and many forms of parenting. It is offensive and preposterous to suggest that children should be exclusively reared in one form of household only.

Speaking in a different time and in a different context – to students

in South Africa in the 1960s – then Senator Robert Kennedy (himself a devout Catholic) spoke about equality.

He said: “We must recognize the full human equality of all of our people not because it is economically advantageous – although it is; not because the laws of God command it – although they do; not because people in other lands wish it so.

“We must do it for the single and fundamental reason that it is the right thing to do.”

The Yes cause is a good and just one, and Labour will lead from the front.

Joan Burton Tanaiste and leader of the Labour Party

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EQUALITY REFERENDUM against: we must not change this institution

It’s okay and right to vote No, to protect the definition of marriage THIS referendum boils down to a simple consideration: what marriage is, and what marriage is not.

We as a people have to decide between these, and we need to get it right..

Marriage has a definite meaning and purpose.

These [are inherent] in human nature as male and female.

Marriage is thus always gender-based. It is rightly defined as the comprehensive union of man and woman: physical, emotional, spiritual. This is what marriage is.

Marriage is not what we want or choose it to be. Marriage is always itself; a truly noble thing that somehow draws a man and a woman to become better than their individual natures.

The purpose of marriage includes procreation, family life and the succession of generations.

Society is utterly dependent on all of these for its welfare and continued existence.

Marriage upholds the common good through love, affection, sacrifice and true values, as well as educating and raising children to be good citizens. This is why the State takes an interest in every marriage.

The Constitution says: “The State pledges itself to guard with special care the institution of marriage, on which the family is founded, and to protect it against attack”.

In the Constitution, marriage and family are closely intertwined;

change one, and you change the other.

Voting No protects the integrity of marriage and the family. It does so by keeping the Constitution free of the dangerous falsehood proposed by this referendum.

Voting Yes does the opposite. Yes inserts a lie into the very heart of the Constitution which attacks both marriage and family. This must have detrimental consequences for everyone.

The lie is this: we are asked to pretend that a man-man relationship (or a woman-woman one) is functionally the same and no different from a manwoman relationship. This is plainly not true. They are distinct and different; voting No agrees they are different.

Yes does the opposite.

It redefines marriage from what it is, to what it is not.

Most people have little inkling of the ultimate consequences of voting Yes. They assume samesex “marriage” has no harmful effects. It seems OK, so why not. “Seems OK” is not good enough, however. Each of us must be informed about the consequences.

StandUp4Marriage has produced a four-page leaflet which outlines clearly the main consequences of voting either No or Yes. Download it from www.standup4marriage.ie.

The consequences of voting No are entirely beneficial to the common good. Yes does the oppo-

site. Falsehoods and false reasoning are not easy to spot. We should not be deceived into voting yes.

The leaflet also answers truthfully the emotional questions people find most difficult.

Marriage has specific requirements arising out of its nature. One party must be a man and the other a woman. No samesex relationship can fulfil either the meaning or purpose of marriage; this is the acid test. The difference boils down to what marriage is and what marriage is not.

No gay person will be at a loss from a No vote; but marriage, family and children – which is everyone – will be affected

adversely by a Yes vote.

And it doesn’t stop there.

Civil partnerships are the reasonable solution; they are tailored-made for same-sex relationships and do not affect the integrity of marriage or the family.

In voting No, people are simply upholding what they know in their very being to be right and true. They uphold the Constitution and the law as they are. Yes does the opposite.

Whether your mind is clear, unclear or undecided, it’s right and okay to vote No.

Barry Jones Founder and chairman of StandUp4marriage; www.standup4marriage.ie

Barry Jones: “Marriage has specific requirements arising out of its nature. One party must be a man and the other a woman. No same-sex relationship can fulfil either the meaning or purpose of marriage.”

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OUTINGS families: new attractions revealed

Get a flavour of the fun to be had at Tayto Park

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TAYTO Park is back for its fifth season and although dinosaurs may be generally extinct from the face of the earth, they are alive and well in Tayto Park, as our intrepid young reporters found out recently.

Our boys in the field said that being at the park in County Meath was like “being on holidays”; the sun was shining and it was a perfect day for outdoor events.

First up was the lifelike animatronic dinosaur spectacular, which features the mighty Tyrannosaurus Rex, Stegosaurus, Apatosaurus, Dilophosaurous and Baryonyx.

Dinosaurs have been wiped off the face of the planet, but you wouldn’t know this at Tayto Park – just listen to their roar to find out!

Next up – and not for the faint-hearted – was the Eagle Sky Adventure

Zone, which was by far the highlight of the day for our reporters in the field.

“The eagle’s nest shoots up 10 feet in the air, and the air race was spinning and twisting through the air. Along with the zipwire and climbing walls, there was something for everybody,” one of our boys, eight-year-old Aaron, said.

Pulse-racing speeds

Taking its cue from world-renowned theme parks, the Tayto Park “Air Race” will set hearts pounding, and is the perfect way for adrenaline junkies to ease their way into the park, clocking up some pulse-racing speeds.

Next up was “the Rotator”; an incredible highspeed spinning sensation.

The thrills and spills for children continued with the Sky Tower; a 10-metre vertical climb that will have the kids feeling like they are on top of the

world.

Other new attractions at Tayto Park include a three-carriage road train that transports visitors from one end of the park to the other, a steam train track ride which operates on a traditional track around Tayto Park, and the only “5D” cinema in Ireland, screening fiveand ten-minute films, depending on how much time you have to spare.

There is also a childfriendly “Honey-Pot Roundabout” for children to enjoy in Tayto Park.

Overall, our boys had a blast and cannot wait to get back down to Tayto Park.

The boys have had their say, but the last word went to dad, who said: “This is an excellent family day and well worth buying the wrist bands for an additional €15, as the kids can then go on everything as often as they like and really get their value for money.”

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Mr Tayto greets his new friends at Tayto Park: Michael, Luke, Luke and Aaron. The boys had a great day , with the new attractions proving a big hit with visitors.

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CLASSIC musical Top Hat – one of the most enduring musicals, made famous by the screwball comedy starring Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers – is coming to Bord Gais Energy Theatre from May 27 to June 6.

The show is based on the 1935 movie and features 12 songs, including Top Hat, and Let’s Face the Music and Dance. There is also a full orchestra, full West End sets and a cast of 30.

The Gazette spoke to Dublin cast member, John Conroy who plays the valet Bates in the show. Conroy is also a former butler who has served the likes of Britain’s Prince Edward, the Duke of Kent and Margaret Thatcher.

Speaking from Southampton, Conroy said: “People think of a lot of dance when they think of Top Hat, but it’s actually very funny with a great script.”

Conroy has a long relationship with musical theatre which stretches back to his membership in the Rathmines and Rathgar Musical Society before he left

Dublin in 1973.

He moved to London to work in a hotel, and then got into part-time work as a butler, through an actress he worked with who owned a butlering agency.

On butlering, he said: “It’s hard work, though people think you swan about. I worked in the City of London, in banks and institutions. It was very hard work.

“You set up a room with Wedgewood and Waterford Glass and the best of everything, practically using rulers to make sure the dimensions are right on the table.

“That would be all done for one business lunch that would be over in an hour. You have to give a very, very subtle service. You just greet the guests, alert the hosts and let them sit down.

“So, it was very discreet and very quiet as they were discussing major business and you had to sign privacy requirements not to divulge anything that you heard, and you did hear things said by ambassadors and government ministers.

“The Duke of Kent was a regular,

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Little Julius is looking for loving home

John Conroy in character as Bates in the classic musical, Top Hat

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and Margaret Thatcher used to come for Burns Night, at a Scottish bank I worked for. These people are very used to being looked after, so you just treat them pleasantly and look them in the eye and smile and they’re fine.

“I have nothing in common with

Margaret Thatcher, and her policies were dreadful, but it was my job. I took people as I found them, and they were really polite and nice,” he said.

Conroy went on to say that he used the poise he’d learned as a butler when meeting the likes of Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman later on, who attended a show he was in. He also worked with the late Patrick Swayze, who he described as charming.

Top Hat also stars all-England tapdancer of the year Alan Burkitt as Jerry Travers, and West End actress Charlotte Gooch as Dale Tremont. Tickets cost from €20 to €65, and are available at www.bordgaisenergytheatre.ie

The Gazette Newspaper has teamed up with Dogs Trust to help find homes for unwanted and abandoned dogs. Our Dog of the Week this week is Julius, a three-year-old Jack Russell Terrier.

This little chap is just full to the brim with character, a typical little terrier! Julius loves to play with tennis balls and also adores cuddles. He will need a home where someone is going to be home most of the day, as he will form a strong attachment with his new family.

He is super clever so will enjoy some training to keep him busy and he also loves getting out for his walks. If you think you could offer Julius a loving home 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 www.facebook.com/ dogstrustirelandonline or Twitter @DogsTrust_IE.

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The Leggera Pollo Arrabbiata is a low calorie pasta

New selection of low calorie options More low calorie dishes have been added to Milano as part of its Leggera range. Celebrating its 20th year in Ireland, Milano is marking the start of summer with a selection of dishes including skinny pizzas, a low-cal pasta and desserts.

Al Forno A brand new and exciting addition to the Leggera range, is the Leggera Pollo Arrabbiata (€12.65). The first ever low calorie pasta in the range, this is a spicy chicken dish and comes in at only 525 calories. So indulge, guilt free!

Salads The Leggera Superfood Salad (€13.45) is a feast for the senses this summer! It’s packed with nutritious ingredients including baby spinach, seasonal mixed leaves, roasted butternut squash, beetroot, light baby mozzarella, avocado, pine kernels, cucumber, lentils, fresh basil and balsamic syrup – all adding up to just 337 calories. For €1.55, chicken can be added, taking it to 385 calories, or salmon, taking it to a modest 451 calories.

Pizzas The Leggera range of skinny pizzas means everyone can enjoy their favourite toppings without the guilt. Topped with a fresh salad and finished with Milano’s Light House Dressing, the range starts at just 396 calories (American Hot Leggera) and are all under 500 calories. The newest addition is the Leggera Sloppy Giuseppe (€12.45). Hot spiced beef, green peppers, red onion, tomato and light mozzarella, make this a truly delicious pizza.

Desserts The new Leggera Tartufo Limoncello (€6.80) is the perfect way to finish and is just 210 calories.

It’s made with a mix of Southern Italian flavours - a Sicilian lemon gelato mixed with a creamy Fiordilatte gelato with Limoncello sauce cutting through the middle.

The Leggera Sorbet (€5.95) consists of two scoops of fresh lemon curd or dairy-free raspberry sorbet, served with a chocolate straw and fresh mint – both for under 200 calories. The Dolectti versions – mini versions served with any coffee – are both under 90 calories, which means no one has to skip dessert.

Irish pupils created Ireland’s biggest bruschetta, totalling 25 feet in length. Pictures: Marc O’Sullivan

Holding healthy high

Over 60 local schoolchildren descended on Jamie’s Italian in the Dundrum Town Centre to create Ireland’s largest bruschetta, at 25ft, in honour of Jamie’s Food Revolution Day on May 15.

The children really took to the task, getting stuck into the task of rubbing the toasted bread with garlic, chopping kilos of squishy tomatoes, drizzling it with olive oil and sprinkling over it with fresh basil, which they tore up with great gusto.

Jamie’s Italian head chef Nick Lentini taught the children all about the food pyramid and why it is important to eat a balanced, healthy and tasty diet.

E a c h y e a r, J a m i e looks to encourage better food knowledge and education amongst families with a specific emphasis on children, what they eat and what they know about food.

This year, he will be

calling on all G20 Governments to provide cooking lessons in all schools.

The Gazette spoke to owner of Jamie’s Italian Gerry Fitzpatrick after the children had left, fed and satisfied.

He said: “The event was to try to get the children cooking by doing some fairly simple things.

“That’s what we did – a simple bruschetta – toasted bread, tomatoes and garlic, olive oil, fresh basil and we grated cheese, parmesan or feta over it.

“The best thing about it all was that the kids actually ate it, and I didn’t think they would.

They all sat down in a little group and all ate it. They had loads of questions and it was fantastic.

“One of the things Jamie’s campaign is about is obesity and with processed foods a lot of people haven’t got a clue what they’re eat-

ing. What we do here is make sure to create a lot of stuff from scratch and we know 100% about our ingredients.

“We don’t have anything bought in that’s prepped. It’s very good from the chef’s point of view because there are not many restaurants or organisations where the love and passion for food is part of its ethos.

The guys who work here really love food.

“We’ve had a couple of chefs leave because there are easier gigs elsewhere but they’ve come back. That’s because this is a great nurturing ground for people who want to make a career out of food.”

Since opening in the Dundrum Town Centre, three years ago, Fitzpatrick said business has been great and lots of locals come in.

He said the restaurant opened up in the middle of a recession but business is getting stronger and stronger.

Eabha Fitzpatrick and Aoibheann Falkiner

Getting stuck in to a healthy treat

Jamie’s Italian won the restaurant of the year last week in the Dundrum Town Centre where there are over 40 food operators in business. It was done by

mystery shoppers who scored them at 96% for service.

Now Fitzpatrick is looking in the city centre to open a second Jamie’s Italian.

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Set on the sparkling shores of Naama Bay, the lovely waters and gardens of Ghazala Gardens provide a sun-kissed setting for holidaymakers

egypt: sharm el sheik’s mix of luxury and culture delights

For those looking to take part in local excursions, experienced guides will ensure that camel riding won’t give you the hump

A little Pharaoh away, but well worth the trip  ian begley

LIKE many Irish people, when it comes to looking for a holiday my needs are simple – the sun, the beach, interesting things to see and do and a great variety of food.

Fortunately, my recent Red Sea Holiday’s trip to Sharm el Sheik, Egypt ticked all the right boxes.

Excited at the prospect of visiting a location that has proven itself to be a major player in Egypt’s vital tourism industry, I was happy to stay at the popular Ghazala Gardens.

Brilliantly positioned on the sandy shores of Naama Bay, and within walking distance of the

resort’s many shops, bars and restaurants, its location for me scored a perfect 10.

The selling point, however, was that our hotel was within a five-minute walking distance to the beach – a factor that certainly made me happy.

The grounds and facilities of the Ghazala Gardens hotel were equally as impressive, featuring an impressive pool area with beautiful, well-kept gardens.

My room was very spacious, clean and aesthetically pleasing, offering a modern touch to an Egyptian interior design.

The creme de la creme, however, was my room’s ground floor balcony

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which extended out to the swimming pool. The only downside was that my room did not have wifi.

I was very pleased with the culinary range, which left me spoiled for choice in its selection of cuisines, from American-style buffets to Italian, Brazilian and Mexican restaurants.

Most days, and at any given chance, I made the short trek to our hotel’s

private, sandy beach, which offered complimentary sun beds and umbrellas.

Getting a tan wasn’t hard in the 30-degree heat and the beach’s nearby bar was the perfect way to cool off in the hot sun.

During the evening time, when Sharm el Sheik comes alive, a trip to Naama Bay, the Old Market or Soho Square

satisfied my desire for impressive restaurants, entertainment and good natured haggling.

Fortunately, these locations are only about 15 minutes apart from one another, so taxi fares won’t set you back.

One of the very interesting excursions I went on during my stay was paying a visit to the Bedouin tribe in the heart of the Sinai Desert to get a taste of their traditional way of life. During our trip, we took a short ride on a camel and climbed the nearby hills to watch the sunset and take some incredible photos.

We then made bread on an open fire, and had a buffet barbecue after-

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From traditional market bartering to ancient mosques, excursions and, of course, clear waters off balmy beaches, Sharm el Sheik delights. Pictures: Ian Begley

wards. Then, when it got dark, we went stargazing with an expert astronomer, learning some very interesting facts about the night sky.

The highlight of my stay in Sharm el Sheik was definitely our cruise trip to the Tiran Island Ras Mohamed, where our group enjoyed a relaxing and thrilling experience

snorkelling and taking in the sun. I was amazed by the coral reefs and marine life just off these islands, dazzled by the breathtaking kaleidoscope of underwater colours that changed constantly.

Sharm el Sheikh offers plenty to see and do, too.

There are all sorts of traditional crafts and souvenirs that can be bought

from the many bazaars, and you’ll find no shortage of restaurants and nightclubs at every turn.

Built exclusively for tourists, the town thrives at making its guests feel welcome and exclusive with a wide range of excursions on offer to keep you occupied.

With good value for money and everything

that is needed in a summer holiday, Sharm el Sheik is definitely a place that is worth visiting and revisiting.

For further information on award-winning Red Sea Holidays and how to book your Sharm el Sheikh escape, with tours and packages starting from this week, see www.redseaholidays.ie/

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A VISIT to Sharm el Sheikh can be a very enjoyable experience, but – as with all holidays – it helps to keep your wits about you.

As in most big cities, you need to watch your wallet – or purse. Everyone wants you to buy in their shop. But if you just walk past them and say the Arabic word for thank you (“Shukran”/”Shook-run”), you can get by the hustlers with ease.

Make sure that you realise that eight Egyptian pounds is the equivalent of a euro,

and be sure to carry small notes and coins (right) around with you, as many vendors will give you a hard time if you want your full change.

Finally, during the summer time, Egypt is rife with mosquitos that absolutely love Irish skin, so remember to pack lots of insect repellent before your trip!

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These prints are everywhere – whether from outlets at Clerys to intimate boutiques – and they’re fun, flirty and can even be edgy. From a palazzo pant in stunning 1970s prints to a fabulous frock, or a floral bomber (that is surprisingly versatile to wear and will liven up a simple summer frock) it’s time to get out there and start picking some flowers!

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MUSIC PAUL WELLER: SATURNS PATTERN

Paul Weller’s latest studio album shows he’s not lost his hunger for creativity

Feel starstruck by celestial work  COLM MURRAY

“THERE’S not much else groups can do but play live and make records,” stated Paul Weller in 1992.

Three separate incarnations, spread over the last 40-odd years, has seen Weller at the cutting edge of popular music.

N o w, u p o n t h e release of his 12th studio album, and 23rd in total – Saturns Pattern (Warner Brothers) – his creative juices don’t appear to be waning anytime soon.

The usual trajectory is that artists burst out of the blocks looking to roll the world into a question, desperate to push at creative boundaries, experiment, and play loose with form and structure.

In later years, their work becomes more traditional, conventional, and bound up in details and craftsmanship.

Weller went through his drear y, classicist period in the late 1990s and early millennium and is now deep into an unexpected and extraordinary Indian summer.

Saturns Pattern is his fourth album of a creative rebirth that began with 2008’s 22 Dreams.

It’s remarkable that this one-time reactionary dad-rocker is now crafting albums that are collages of sound, but it is hugely laudable – and enjoyable.

Saturns Pattern ranges through warped psychedelia, funk, acid rock and off-kilter time signatures, yet is never remotely over-thought or layered for the sake of it.

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The opener, White Sky, is a Mod anthem with echoes of Hendrix sprinkled all over it. The title track is a similarly reverb-laden excursion into 1960s pop’s more experimental terrains, with a lone organ whirring and hovering over the tune.

A love song, Going My Way sounds tense and clenched, always on the verge of conflagration.

His recent catalogue has paid surprising homage to David Bowie, and Long Time is the latest instalment: its stomping glam riffs and drums and synths could have come straight from Aladdin Sane.

Blur are also a clear influence here. Weller’s drawl is pure Damon

Albarn on I’m Where I Should Be, where he mirrors Albarn’s ability to convey many contradictory emotions – anxiety and regret – at once.

On the spacey In The Car, he even makes a chorus of: “I spend my summer nights driving round the M25” sound mystical and poetic. It’s no mean feat.

With production duo Amorphous Androgynous at the controls especially noticeable on White Sky, and bluegrass reeds weaving through In The Car (surely earning a nod from Jack White), this is very much a modern record with a galaxy of musical influences.

Weller hasn’t sounded this gutsy in years. The closing, eight-and-ahalf minutes long These Streets is a lovely, episodic musical reverie, with Weller musing aloud on where he has been, and might even go yet.

It’s a fitting coda for a record that demonstrates the artist remains on top of his game.

Key tracks: In The Car, White Sky, These Streets

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FastSport benildus and colmcille’s win cup titles: LEINSTER rugby’s senior South Dublin Cup saw St Benildus College edge out Holy Family Community School in their final last week in Donnybrook.

With physicality being their biggest threat, Holy Family made some big tackles and attacked the St. Benildus defence with real pace and strength.

But Benildus found themselves taking a well-deserved lead coming into the final stages of this match.

Holy Family did their best to try and shut down their opponents and found the inspiration to stage a fighting comeback but the Stillorgan school held on for their first title.

St Colmcille’s Community School got the better of Colaiste Chiaran in the Junior final.

This fierce contest was full of ups and downs for both sides as they battled for the win with Colmcille’s snatching the win at the end with last minute try.

hockey: rathfarnham club set to host top continental competition

Haughton ready for Euro elite  sport@dublingazette.com

THREE Rock Rovers captain Ali Haughton is looking forward to leading his club out in front of a fervent home support next weekend as they host the EuroHockey

Club Champions Trophy from May 22nd to May 25.

Eight of Europe’s top sides will battle it out for the title, the second highest level of club competition on the continent at the Grange Road venue

Ali Haughton in league action this season

in Rathfarnham.

Teams from Scotland, Italy, Wales, Azerbaijan, Ukraine, Belarus and the Czech Republic are in the mix with potential promotion to the presitigious Euro Hockey League on the line.

Speaking about the upcoming tournament, the 28-year-old Haughton – now in his 11th season with the club’s first team – cannot wait to take the field next Friday in their opening group game against Ukraine champions OKS SHSVM at 5.45pm.

“It is a fantastic honour to be involved with our exciting young team and an added bonus to be captain,” he said in the build-up to the event.

In addition, Three Rock

Three Rock Rovers celebrate their Irish Senior Cup win to qualify for Europe.

will meet the recently crowned Scottish champions Grange on Saturday and Belarus top dogs SC Stroitel Brest on Sunday. Top spot in the group will earn a place in next Monday’s final, the clear target for Haughton and his Rovers’ team.

“It will be a highly entertaining tournament for spectators and we know it will be a big challenge. Several of teams played against our rivals, Monkstown, last season at the same level of competition in Italy so we will be aware as to how they will play.

“Our main focus is to concentrate on our tactics and to get them right each day of tournament play.”

The hosts feature a side

with a mix of experience with Irish internationals Mitch Darling, Stephen West, Joe Brennan, Ross Canning, Peter Blakeney and Jonny Bruton – who scored twice against Oly mpic champions Germany earlier this week – augmented by South African capped Jody Hosking.

The extended squad also features several Irish underage internationals, including 17-yearold Daragh Walsh who played in the Under-21 Europeans last summer.

And Haughton says the blend is working well together to make a big impact in what is Three Rock’s first European outdoor appearance since 2009 when they reached the KO16 of the

EuroHockey League.

“All the players are eager at this stage to start the opening game vs the Ukrainians. Our build-up has included some tough sessions that have been setup to replicate the tight turnover schedule of four games in as many days.

“I am confident and very much looking forward to showing what we can do and hope that we can leave a lasting impression in the history of this tournament.”

Food and music will be on in the clubhouse with the tournament ending with a hog-roast on Monday evening after the medals ceremony.

Entry is free for Under18s while adult tickets begin from €5.

Dublin athletes shine on opening track and field day  sport@dublingazette.com

Clonliffe Harriers’ Ian Rogers en route to winning the men’s pold vault. Picture: Sam Barnes/Sportsfile

SARAH McCarthy was among the top performers as the 2015 outdoor track and field season began in earnest last Sunday with the GloHealth AAI Games in Santry Stadium.

The Mid-Sutton athlete had a busy afternoon jumping 5.98m in the long jump, over 25cm head of her nearest rival Arlene Crossan from Finn Valley before subsequently winning her section of the 200m.

Steffi Creaner, from Celtic DCH, took the women’s 200m

races in 24.53 seconds as part of a strong series of results for Dublin-based athletes in the sprints.

The later 100m races saw Rathfarnham WSAF’s Stephen Gaffney win the men’s race in 10.92 while he finished runnerup in the 200m, coming in just a single hundredth of a second behind eventual winner Marcus Lawler of St Laurence O’Toole AC. Fingallians’ Sarah Murray fastest in the women’s section running a time of 12.14.

On a windy day in Santry,

Clonliffe Harriers’ Ian Rogers made the best of the conditions to win the pole vault with a clearance of 4.80m.

Eoin Sheridan launched the discus out to 54.17m which is a B-standard for the European junior championships.

Craig Lynch (Shercock AC) contested all three sprint events winning the 400m in a time of 48.03 having earlier recorded times of 11.02 (100m) and 200m (22.07). Sinead Denny (Dundrum South Dublin AC) was a clear winner of the 400m in a time of 55.01

The sprint relay events were the final action on the track with the youth girls’ white team taking the victory in a time of 46.38 ahead of a green selection with Fingallians’ third.

Youth athlete Michaela Walsh (Swinford AC) was a class apart in the women’s hammer event as she launched out to an impressive 58.87m.

The mark for Walsh was comfortable over the required distance of 56m for the IAAF World Youth Championships which takes place in Columbia from July 15-19.

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Player pathway key in new national league Shelbourne and Cabinteely tell James Hendicott why they are on board and looking forward to the first Under-17 national league which kicks off in autumn THE FAI have announced a new national level Under-17 League, due to start in August.

Featuring 24 clubs across three unranked s e c t i o n s , i n cl u d i n g six Dublin outfits, the SSE Airtricity National Under-17 league is intended to bridge the gap between the current national-level Under-19 league and the various regional schoolboy competitions throughout Ireland.

The emphasis of the league is very much on “player pathway”, specifically the development of those players who don’t sign for overseas clubs by the age of 18 through higher level domestic competition.

All but one of the current League of Ireland clubs – Galway United – have signed up to be involved when things

kick off in August.

The FAI’s High Performance Director Ruud Dokter links the new development in closely with the FAI’s Emerging Talent Programme, which was restructured last year to include some of the best players in Ireland right down to Under-10 level.

The Emerging Talent Programme is designed specifically to channel young players into the underage national squads.

“The Under-17 National League will give elite players a national platform to play and develop in Ireland”, Dokter said.

“Previously, we might have lost some elite players at this age group if they didn’t progress into cross-channel academy structures.

“These elite players can continue their development on the pathway

through the SSE Airtricity Under-19 league, to a senior career in professional football.”

Ever ton’s Seamus Coleman, Ipswich’s top goalscorer in the championship Daryl Murphy, Southampton’s Shane Long and Norwich’s Wes Hoolahan are amongst the former League of Ireland players currently making an impact abroad having come through the domestic league.

Clubs appear to be embracing the new set up, in particular the increased competition.

Frank Young of Shelbourne pointed to the success of the Under-19 set up in the club’s decision to get involved.

“We already have an Under-17 set up”, Young told GazetteSport, “but about seven or eight of our current first team come from last year’s Under-19 side, which

Cabinteely are looking forward to being one of the sides to take part in the inaugural Under-17 League of Ireland. Picture: cabinteelyfc.ie

gives an idea of the importance.

“It’s important for player development that they have the chance to compete with the best players from other parts of the country. It also brings on the manager.”

The Shelbourne set up for the new league isn’t

first team as the League of Ireland newcomers, and will help bring on players towards the first team.”

In a sense, the first season will be something of a trial run, with an August kick-off to a shortened season planned to finish in December, in order to

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fully in place yet, though Young suspects it’ll be drawn largely from existing club members.

“The manager and the players are likely to be from our current set up but it’ll be a nice chance to get one or two players from other clubs and give them a try with a view to the future”, he tells us.

Cabinteely come to the league with a different perspective: the south Dublin side are already the biggest schoolboy outfit in the country.

“We’re quite unique,” Under-17 manager Tony Broderick told GazetteSport, “in that compared to the other Airtricity League sides, we’re very set up for this level.

“In one sense it’ll be an easier transition for us than some League of Ireland sides, but it’s definitely important to our

bring the second (2016) season into line with the senior League of Ireland set-up.

K nock out quarter finalists will be drawn from the top two sides in each section, plus the two best third-placed teams, with the second season running from April to November.

Dublin sides are spread across all three sections, which feature seven or eight sides each.

UCD and Cabinteely have been drawn with league high-flyers Cork City in section one.

Shamrock Rovers and St Patrick’s Athletic will take on Sligo Rovers, while Shelbourne and Bohemians face a tough group with fellow League of Ireland Premier clubs Drogheda, Dundalk and Derry City all in section three.

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Crumlin’s cup runneth over with FAI Inter win CRUMLIN United lifted the FAI Umbro Intermediate Cup for the third time last Sunday, becoming the first club to do so at Aviva Stadium.

After an edgy opening, they settled thanks to the midfield influence of former underage international John Sullivan, combining well with man of the match Ger Rowe.

They showed their teeth for the first time with a powerful Marc Hughes’ header, which lacked only direction, going straight into the arms of Morgan Cranley. But something was brewing for Crumlin United. Captain James Lee volleyed narrowly wide and Ger Rowe sent his shot across the post.

The anticipated goal came on the half-hour mark thanks to a perfect lay-off from Rowe to tee up Alan McGreal just inside the box who made no mistake, sending his shot sailing to the left of an outstretched but helpless Cranley.

The blues scored a second just two minutes later when McGreal played in Rowe who calmly tucked his shot away from yards out.

Crumlin almost made it three before half time when Greg Moorehouse skipped past his man to go one-on-one with the keeper, his low curled effort saved brilliantly by Cranley.

In the second half, Tolka began to show some impetus and on 50 minutes, right back Niall O’Reilly delivered a cross to Marc Hughes on the back post.

Hughes spotted Jonathan Meleady unmarked beside the penalty spot whose excellent shot was denied by David Meehan, palming over for a corner kick.

Crumlin were being forced to drop deep, however they made it 3-0 on the break in the 73rd minute when Ger Rowe played an incisive low ball through the middle to send Greg Moorehouse past Mark Mooney. Moorehouse made no mistake shooting low to the left of Morgan Cranley.

Crumlin sealed victory in the 89th minute when substitute Patrick Cannon was played in by Alan McGreal. Cannon chipped the ball just over Cranley, to make it a third FAI Intermediate Cup win for the club following the successes of 2009 and 2010.

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soccer: sallynoggin stars with all-ireland double

Soaring Cabo hit Top Flight with Wayside win LAST Sunday proved a fantastic day for Cabinteely’s talented Under-18 Major 2 squad, writes Neil Banks, as they completed the league and cup double with a win over rivals Wayside in the final of the DDSL Topflight Cup at the AUL Complex.

Coach Derek McDonald ensured that everything was done in style and created a day to remember. The game’s early stages were a cat and mouse but, after 10 minutes, Eoin Spencer put Cabo ahead when he latched on to Josh Breen’s clearance.

He lost three players with a sweet turn and burrowed between the last two defenders to squeeze the ball just inside the near post from a narrow angle.

Wayside battled hard but produced little to trouble Cabo’s defensive barrier before half time. After the break, Wayside came out fighting and Cabo had to absorb some pressure for a spell but still always looked the more likely to win.

The Kilbogget club were strong in all departments: masterful in midfield, miserly in defence and menacing in attack. Whilst this was no classic, it was a disciplined and dogged performance. Cabo struck a good balance between protecting their lead and looking for that allimportant second goal to put the result beyond doubt.

As the game entered the last quarter hour, Wayside redoubled their efforts and Cabo needed a brave block from James Stuart to save their bacon.

Minutes later, Paddy Dunne finally undid the Wayside defence after worrying them all day with his mazy runs, the way a dog worries sheep.

In true Dunne style he weaved his way this way and that, making certain not a man was left on his feet before slotting home Cabo’s second and coolly quashing any suggestion of extra time.

Day was done, the match was won. Presentations followed immediately and manager Dermot Berkery collected the commemorative plaque for Cabinteely while captain Jonno Farrelly, pictured above lifted the cup and the celebrations began in earnest.

St Joseph’s Boys Under-15s celebrate winning their SFAI Cup title against St Kevin’s Boys

Joeys’ four-from-four finals  sport@dublingazette.com

THE celebrations might just still be ongoing down at St Joseph’s Boys’ clubhouse, with the Sallynoggin side taking home four trophies over the course of last week’s action, winning every one of the cup finals they took part in.

Those included a rare double All-Ireland, with the wins coming at Under15 and Under-13 level.

The Under-15 side led the charge, securing a stunning double in taking home the League Cup and SFAI Cup within a 24-hour period. The

League Cup came first, with an impressive 6-1 victory over Cabinteely at the AUL on Saturday, May 16 to get the weekend up and running.

St Kevin’s – who were to be on the receiving end more than once over the course of the weekend – were the side’s opponents for the big one the following day. Joeys went into a commanding 3-1 lead after conceding an early goal, with goals from Mark Kelly and Aaron Bolger.

Kevin’s weren’t going to lie down, however, and dragged the game back

new agreement Rathdown sports link up with Merrion Fleet rathdown School has secured a three

year sports sponsorship agreement with Merrion Fleet Management, which encompasses naming rights for a new hockey pitch and viewing stand on the school’s 16 acre site in Glenageary.

The deal is part of a broader strategy by the School’s Board to increase participation levels and reduce overall dropout rates from sport. The new facility will be branded The Merrion Fleet Arena.

to 3-3 to force extra time, through which they hung impressively to Joey’s coattails despite being down to ten men.

The Sallynoggin club held their nerve, however, to dispatch the Whitehall side 4-2 in the penalty shoot-out spot and deliver the club’s second All-Ireland title of the weekend.

Joey’s had scored 36 without conceding en route to the final.

Earlier, the Under-13 side had a more comfortable ride, defeating Cork Corinthians by two goals to nil at Wayside on Saturday, May 16.

The side’s All-Ireland title is their second in a row, and leaves them on track for a second treble in two years, too. The side lead St Kevin’s on goal difference in the Tony Keyes Premier, with a game in hand and three games remaining. The two sides still have to play each other in the run in.

The Under-11 side notched the team’s fourth trophy of the weekend, also defeating St Kevin’s in the DDSL League Cup Final, by a score of 2-0.

To top things off, the Under-11.2 side took their title on Thursday, May 14,

securing the point they needed in a 2-2 draw away to Esker Celtic.

Joeys have also recently confirmed the latest in their Umbro Hibernia Trophy series, now a decade old.

This year, the youth football tournament that’s due to take place in Pearse Park, Sallynoggin from the Friday, August 15 to Sunday, August 17 will feature Celtic, Wolves, Norwich City, Leicester City and Sunderland as well as development squads representing both Ireland and Northern Ireland.

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Kilmacud set for south Dublin derby in junior FC

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kilmacud Crokes have been scheduled

to play against Templeogue Synge Street in the second round of the Dublin junior football championship following their win over Ballyboden St Enda’s last week.

The tie is initially pencilled in for June 7 in Silver Park. It will come a day after Crokes and Boden are down to play each other in the senior football championship second round in Parnell Park.

hurling: cuala and crokes run up shc victories

GREAT win for the Cuala senior hurlers

on the day. A special thanks to Brian

in the second round of the Dublin SHC.

Mullally and Lorraine Hayes for lead-

Good win also for the Cuala junior As in

ing the troops and making it happen.

the championship against a competi-

There are photos of the event in the

tive St Mark’s side.

Cuala gallery.

Hard luck to the third hurlers who

Next weekend sees a full round of

lost to Na Fianna by 1-14 to 1-11 in the

football League fixtures. Our sen-

junior D championship and the junior

iors play St Brigid’s on Saturday in

F team who lost to St Joseph’s.

Shanganagh at 6.30pm.

Congratulations to Jennifer Dunne

Our Inters are away to Innisfails;

and Eimear Loughlin on being part

our AFL8 team are away to Kevin’s

of the Dublin U-16 team who won the

Killian’s and our AFL10 team face St

Leinster final on Sunday following a

Brendan’s in Hyde Park next Sunday

two-goal victory over Meath.

at 3pm.

After a pulsating match in Hyde

Our adult ladies are joint top of

Road on Sunday morning, the minor A

their table after last week’s win over

footballers recorded their first league

Kilmacud Crokes in the junior A cham-

win of the season.

pionship.

Despite being four points down with

The first adult camogie team had

12 minutes to go, they went on to win by

a fantastic 8-14 to 1-3 win over Sker-

a point, 1-11 to 1-10 against Clontarf.

ries Harps in the senior 5 league last

The May Fair was a huge success;

Thursday.

The 2002 girls win over Good Counsel

thanks to everyone for turning up and supporting it.

Thanks to all those who helped out

in Drimnagh on Sunday shows Cuala’s camogie talent pipeline continues.

shankill JUVENILE academy every Saturday

Cuala picked up a vital win over Lucan Sarsfields this week. Picture: Colin Behan

O’Connell salvo aids Cuala’s strong show  sport@dublingazette.com

A STRONG finish from Cuala saw them see of Lucan Sarsfields in their Dublin senior hurling championship Group 2 clash at O’Toole Park.

Kerry senior hurler Darragh O’Connell hit four points from play in the first half, to help Cuala to a 0-9 to 0-5 half time lead.

A Tommy Somers’ penalty brought Lucan back into the game, but Cuala weren’t to be denied, and won out by a clear 0-19 to 1-10, notching their second win in Group 2 and guaranteeing they

will finish in the top two of their group.

K i l m a c u d C r o ke s pulled back an early deficit before putting Parnell’s to the sword in an emphatic Senior A Hurling Championship victory at Parnell Park on Wednesday, May 13.

Stephen Duffy’s early goal put Parnell’s in front early in proceedings, but the holders are in fine form and weren’t about to be derailed. Oisin O’Rorke’s commanding display played a key role, with the Dublin forward smashing over 0-9 (0-7 from frees) over the course of the match. He

helped the Stillorgan side to a 0-11 to 1-4 half time lead.

Things were to be still more emphatic come the second half, with the other O’Rorke brother Barry adding four points from open play as Crokes kept Parnell’s quiet. The home side went 16 minutes before notching their first second half point, by which time Crokes were over the horizon and on their way to a second victory out of two in group four, eventually wrapping up a 0-24 to 1-6 victory.

A late goal for Ballinteer St John’s saw them to a late victory over

Faughs, by 2-14 to 1-16.

Faughs’ spectacular second half almost saw them overhaul St John’s strong early performance, after the Ballinteer side went in with a comfortable 1-11 to 1-4 lead.

The Templeogue side’s impressive second half saw them lead heading into the closing seconds, however, before Fearghal Duffy stepped up when it mattered to grab Ballinteer the win.

The victory lifts Ballinteer to second in their group, and leaves the side requiring a win over Sarsfields in their final game in order to advance.

Saturday.

morning in the Castle at 10am for four-

The men’s adult team lost to Croi Ro

to eight-year-old boys and girls; Gaelic

Naofa. No match this week; training at

football, hurling and camogie is €2 per

7.30pm on Thursday in the Cliffs. Team

child with no annual subscription.

contact is Damien on 085 2327359.

Special thanks to Bray Emmet’s for

The club summer camp is from July

hosting a blitz for our three academy

6-10. Costs are €45 for members and

teams.

€50 for non members with €5 reduc-

The girls U-9 and U-11 teams lost

tion for siblings. There will be Gaelic

their first ever league games to Ball-

football, hurling, rounders, a free

inteer St John’s and St Maur’s. No

t-shirt and lots of fun.

match next week; training on Wednes-

For information, email secretary.

day at 7pm and Saturday at 10am in

shankill.dublin@gaa.ie or call 086

the Castle.

3215087. Follow us on Facebook and

The boys U-12s beat St Sylvester’s in

Twitter. Join Shankill GAA Club, your

midweek and Fingallians on Saturday.

community, your GAA club where eve-

Next match is at home to Clontarf this

rybody knows your name.

foxrock cabinteely BEST of luck to our senior and junior teams when they start their championship campaigns this week.

Last year, the seniors made it all the way to the final and were very

they win their home game.

We would encourage all supporters to come along to Kilbogget on Wednesday evening and support the team.

unlucky to lose – in fact it was the only

Having won the junior C champi-

competitive game they lost last year.

onship last year, our junior team will

To date, they have won all the

play in the B championship this year.

games that they have played in the

They too face a very tough group

league and cup but the championship

having been drawn in the same group

is a different ball game as this is the

as Raheny, O’Tooles and Naomh Bar-

competition that every team wants

rog.

to win.

For those of you unable to make

This year, they are in a very tough

it to either game, we’ll be posting

group along with Ballyboden, Clanna

updates to Twitter so please follow us

Gael Fontenoy and St Sylvester’s. To

– @OfficialFoxCabGAA – if you want to

add to the challenge, two of the games

keep up to date on how the games are

are away from home and it’s vital that

going.

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Dublin captain Clara O’Sullivan raises the Leinster Under-16 championship title. Picture: Peter Hickey/GAAPics.com

Dublin’s six of the best Olaf’s Clara O’Sullivan along with Foxrock Cabinteely and Kilmacud Crokes starlets to the fore in stunning win for Under-16 county side

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CLAR A O’SULLIVAN of Naomh Olaf played a vital role last weekend, scoring a crucial and well-timed 1-1 as she captained Dublin Under-16s to a 3-10 to 1-10 victory against arch rivals Meath in the Leinster Championship Final, winning the title for a sixth successive year.

O’Sullivan was joined in the Dublin side by plenty of other local representation, with Eve Reidy (Foxrock Cabinteely) and Sinead O’Donoghue (Kilmacud Crokes) both starting, while Rachel Fleming and Sarah McMahon (both Kilmacud Crokes) made

the panel for the trip to Clane, but failed to make it onto the pitch.

The two-goal victory over their local rivals on Sunday, May 17 saw Dublin take an astonishing sixth consecutive Leinster title at Under-16 level, having proven unstoppable since final opponents Meath last got their hands on the trophy back in 2009.

The Royals made the early running, however, pushing into a two-point lead before Dublin’s Rachel Brennan opened the game up, blasting the ball past Meath keeper Judy Bobbett to establish a lead that - despite some intense Meath pressure - Dublin never relinquished Dublin were creating plenty of chances

early on, in fact, and it took only 19 minutes for Ciara McDunphy to knock in a second goal that seemed slightly overdue, giving Dublin a four-point lead that eclipsed Meath’s bright opening few minutes.

Things were far from comfortable come half time, though, with Meath knocking over the points to go in just two down, with Dublin leading 2-4 to 0-8.

Dublin skipper Clara O’Sullivan was the key player in a tight second half, taking control of the game in the opening four minutes to knock in 1-1 and take Dublin away from their rivals.

Ailbhe Leahy brought Meath back within striking distance, tucking a neat shot past

Dublin keeper Jenny Flaherty, but at that stage Dublin had built a lead that never looked like being overhauled.

Meath’s attacking moves struggled to break through the Dublin defence, despite Dublin being reduced to 14 players after Shannon Murtagh was sin binned.

Dublin pushed on, extending their lead by three points before Meath were able to take any advantage from Murtagh’s absence.

Dublin eventually ran out 3-10 to 1-10 winners, boosted by some impressive late substitutions that saw Aoibhe Bell and Dearbhla Snow inject pace into a blazing Dublin attack, and continue to look an almost unstoppable prospect.