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INSIDE: It’s a fun Ross job at Stillorgan’s first Cleanup Week Page 10

June 30, 2011

INDIAN SUMMER: Local CEOs take

in a business retreat in Mumbai Page 6

A crafty pair: Picking up lovely local woodwork WITH bright smiles to match

Cycling: Roche targets top places in Tour de France tilt Page 32

some bright paintwork, Valerie Reid and Harry Purcell display some hand-painted wares they picked up at the recent third annual summer fair at Marlay House. Thousands of visitors attended, keen to see the work of more than 40 artisans from across the region whose work was on show, with their diverse range of superb crafts and skills appreciated by all.

Picture: Peter Doyle

Full Gallery on Pages 8-9

Sports Awards: June’s nominees are announced inside Page 29

ALSOINSIDE: GALLERIES ....... 2, 8-9, 10 MOTORS ........................18 BUSINESS .................... 21 TRAVEL......................... 22 ENTERTAINMENT ........ 24 CLASSIFIEDS ............... 26

Dublin South to get three new schools Two primary, one secondary school are announced

Q DAWN LOVE

THERE was a major boost on the schools front in Dublin South this week following the announcement by the Minister for Education, Ruairi Quinn, that three new schools are to be built in the area, which has undergone a population

explosion in recent years.

Between 2012 and 2015, two new primary schools will be developed in the constituency, with a new secondary school set to open its doors by 2017. The schools will be based in the Ballinteer and Stepaside area.

Welcoming the announce-

ment, former Cathaoirleach of Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown, Labour councillor Lettie McCarthy, said: “We have known for years that these are areas that will have the greatest needs, and it is paramount; it is so important that more schools are provided.”

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IT’S YOUR SHOT Stylish vintage boutique opens at Nutgrove

Part of the interior of the attractive new boutique at Nutgrove Shopping Centre, Tres Fab Vintage

Following a fashion idea to Fab fruition ISA Maher, and her daughters, Sarah and Ciara, refused to let the recession thwart their dream of opening a vintage fashion boutique and, with this determined streak driving them forward, they recently opened such a premises in Nutgrove Shopping Centre.

Lisa says: “We always wanted to have our own boutique. My mother was a dress-maker, and my daughter, Ciara, studied at the Grafton Academy of dress design.

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“We love clothes, but it was our love of vintage wear that inspired us to open Tres Fab, here in Nutgrove Shopping Centre.”

In addition to wanting to open a stylish boutique, she says: “With Sarah just back from Australia, and my daughter-in-law, Angela, chipping in, it is a great way to get us all back to work, and working together.

“We have something for all ages, and the prices are ‘vintage’, too!”

Another view of part of the welcoming interior at the new clothes store

Lisa Maher, second-left, and daughters Sarah and

Some more of the

Ciara, and daughter-in-law, Angela, toast the opening

boutique’s outfits

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CULTURE A one-in-three chance to take top title

No need to wait for Ikea

Dublin to be World Design Capital?

Q DAWN LOVE dundrum@gazettegroup.com

DUBLIN is just three cities shortlisted worldwide to become World Design Capital 2014.

T he International Council of Societies of Industrial Design announced last week that the prestigious designation, awarded biannually to cities that use design to benefit people socially, culturally and economically, will be awarded for 2014 to either Dublin, Bilbao or Cape Town.

The winning city will be announced this autumn.

The Dublin bid – Pivot Dublin, Turn Design Inside Out – is a collaboration between the four Dublin local authorities, including Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council.

It includes proposals to improve quality of life in cities, using Dublin as a test-bed, under four themes: Connecting Cities, Making Cities Flow, Making Cities Lighter and Making Cit-

THEATRE: NEW SHOW

THE hit play, Waiting for Ikea, is set to run at the Mill Theatre in Dundrum from Thursday, June 30 until Friday, July 1.

The play stars Georgina McKevitt and Jacinta Sheerin, who are returning from LA and London, respectively, for this latest tour of the smash-hit play; a heart-warming story of friendship, family and community.

John Tierney, Dublin City Manager; Andree Dargan, county architect, Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council; Ruairi Quinn, Minister for Education and Skills, and Ali Grehan, Dublin City Architect

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‘Our bid tells a story of a solid tradition of great Irish design, and a vibrant, informal design scene’

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Gerry Breen, Lord Mayor of Dublin

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ies Smile.

Work on developing and implementing these proposals, described in the bid as “seed projects”,

will begin immediately.

Speaking following the announcement, the Lord Mayor of Dublin, Gerry Breen, said that “Dublin

was honoured to be one of the three cities shortlisted for World Design Capital 2014”.

“On behalf of Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown, South Dublin and Fingal county councils, and Dublin City Council, I welcome the opportunities that the World Design Capital project will give us.

“Our bid celebrates ambiguity, diversity and difference, and tells a story of a city where there is much talent, a solid tradition of great Irish design, and a vibrant, informal design scene.

“We look forward to sharing that experience with the world – come what may – now, in 2014 and beyond,” he said.

Premiered Waiting for IKEA premiered at the Dublin Fringe Festival in 2007, making history as the first show to sell out in advance of opening.

It was nominated for The Bewley’s Cafe Theatre Award, and The Fishamble New Writing Award.

Tickets are priced €18/15. For bookings, call 01 296 9340, or see www.milltheatre.ie.

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EDUCATION: MINISTER ANNOUNCES A HUGE PROJECT FOR LOCAL AREA

BATHING

Website check on water DUN Laoghaire Rathdown residents can now check bathing water quality by using the Environmental Protection Agency’s Splash website www. bathingwater.ie The website provides the latest information on all designated bathing waters in the county. This year a record number of beaches in Ireland achieved Blue Flag status.

“The website provides up-to-date information on designated bathing waters around Ireland. If you’re planning a trip you can log onto the website and see the bathing water results for your intended destination during the June – September bathing season. It also gives details of Blue Flag status, current weather and tidal information, details about the compliance history of each bathing water site, and aerial photography,” said Dr Conor Clenaghan, of the EPA.

Major boost on schools’ front

Open for business: TD opens new constituency office in Rathfarnham DUBLIN South Labour TD Alex White’s new constituency office was officially opened by fomer Senator and MEP Brendan Halligan last weekend. The new office, which is situated on the main street of Rathfarnham, will also be the headquarters of the Justin Keating branch of the party. A host of locals turned out to support the opening including friends and colleagues of the local TD, including the widow of the late Justin Keating, Barbara Hussey.

“I am delighted to strengthen our presence in the constituency,” said Deputy White. “The new office will be an open house, available for constituents to call in and say hello and have a chat.”

The Labour TD’s new office at 4, Main Street, Rathfarnham, is open Monday, 1pm - 5pm and Friday, 10am - 2pm.

THERE was a major boost on the schools front in Dublin South this week following the announcement by Education Minister Ruairi Quinn that three new schools are to be built in the area which has undergone a population explosion in recent years causing an unprecedented demand for school places.

Between 2012 and 2015, two new primary schools will be developed in the constituency with a new secondary school set to open its doors by 2017.

The schools will be based in the Ballinteer and Stepaside area.

We l c o m i n g t h e announcement, former Cathaoirleach of Dun Laoghaire Rathdown, Labour Councillor Lettie McCarthy said, given the huge population growth in the locality, the new

schools were badly needed.

“This is to be welcomed and I am glad they are looking at areas that have had the greatest population growth. We have known for years that these are areas that will have the greatest needs and it is paramount; it is so important that more schools are provided.

“I have people on to me constantly saying I can’t get my kids in, and these are community schools and they can’t get them in, and so we do need to look at the provision of secondary schools and I am delighted with the announcement,” she said.

But she said that existing schools in the locality, such as Holy Trinity in Leopardstown, which is in prefab accommodation, also needed to be catered for.

“Things must happen in tandem and we do need to accelerate a permanent school building for them,” she said.

Meanwhile, the schools announcement was also welcomed by Dublin South Fine Gael TD Olivia Mitchell who said: “The fact that three of the 40 planned new schools will be built in Dublin South shows the very high proportion of young people in the constituency. Local authorities and service providers should take note of this when planning services and facilities for young people.”

Justice Minister and local TD Alan Shatter said the provision of additional schools in the locality would cater for the increased population and “give parents more choice in relation to their children’s education”.

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Health&Wellbeingguide Private, medically led, outpatient addiction treatment programme

Hallway view of ground floor consulting rooms (left ) and the waiting room (right) at the Priority Medical Clinic, Dundrum

PRIORITY Medical Clinic opened in May, 2011. It is a private outpatient clinic specialising in the treatment of alcohol and substance abuse and is situated in Dundrum beside Dundrum Town Centre.

Its founder and Medical Director, Dr Garrett McGovern, has extensive experience of treating addictive disorders with a particular expertise in opiate addiction.

Dr McGovern is GP who has been working in the addiction field since in 1998 and has extensive experience of treating alcohol and drug addiction.

He has a particular expertise in treating opiate addiction and has written articles on the subject in the medical and general media and has made presentations at international drug treatment conferences.

He is a level 2-trained GP with the Irish College of General Practitioners under the Opioid Treatment Protocol and hold a Masters degree in Clinical Addiction from the National Addiction

Centre, King’s College London. He is a founder member of the subcommittee for Continuing Medical Education for GPs specialising in substance abuse and has a huge interest in the stigma

addictive problems.

The treatment is delivered in a friendly, empathic, private and highly confidential environment and the facility is of the highest standard.

Drug use is a large-

Dr Garrett McGovern

associated with addiction.

Drug use has significantly increased in Ireland in recent years and Dr McGovern recognised the need for evidence based, patient-centred treatment approaches. The treatment programme at the Priority Medical Clinic consists of a series of proven interventions that are designed to help patients overcome drug, alcohol and other

ly incurable chronic, although thankfully eminently treatable, relapsing condition which afflicts many families worldwide.

The programme Dr McGovern has developed at the Priority Medical Clinic is evidence based and brings together the skills of specialists in addiction counselling, cognitive behavioural therapy, family therapy

and relaxation therapy.

This multidisciplinary collaborative approach provides patients with the best possible care in dealing with their addictions.

Treatment and Aftercare Programmes The Priority Medical Clinic provides two structured programmes over the course of six weeks: An acute treatment programme and an aftercare programme.

These programmes are composed of thirty sessions delivered by a multidisciplinary team consisting of a medical addiction specialist, a family therapist, a cognitive behavioural therapist, a relaxation therapist and an addiction counsellor.

The acute treatment programme provides treatment for those in active addiction. The aftercare programme is available for those patients who have completed the treatment programme but may also appeal to patients who have been recently discharged from a residential detoxification centre.

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POLITICS: BUSINESS Nine south Dublin firms in the Entrepreneur of the Year A NEW COMMITTEE

Labour TD to head up board Dublin South Labour TD Alex White has been elected as chairman of the key Oireachtas Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform.

The committee will shadow the activities of the Department of Finance and the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform.

Speaking after his election last week, Deputy White described the new Oireachtas committee as pivotal, saying: “I intend to adopt a professional and business-like approach to the way this committee does its work, so that we can achieve tangible results and make a real contribution”.

“Clearly, reform and public expenditure will be among the highest priorities for this Oireachtas.

“I believe this committee can have an important function in scrutinising the work of this new Department as well as devising concrete progressive proposals,” he said.

The committee is set to hold a meeting shortly to identify its work programme and priorities.

White was elected to the Dail for Dublin South in the February General Election, after serving in the Senate.

Peaches Kemp (pictured centre) from Itsabagel in Sandyford, with fellow delegates at the recent CEO Retreat in Mumbai

Local businesses return from CEO retreat in India Q HIROMI MOONEY

NINE south Dublin finalists of the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year (EOY) Programme 2011 have just returned from an exclusive week-long CEO Retreat to India with some of the world’s premier business leaders.

Ronan Ginnell and Ian Barrett, from Joule Solutions; Tom Morrisroe, CEO of The Now Factory; Domini and Peaches Kemp, from Itsabagel in Sandyford; Justin Quinn, of the Centre For English Studies in Dame St; Joe Hogan and Niall Norton from Openet, and John Dunne, founder of Intune Networks attended the two-day Strategic Growth Forum, which was part

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‘Previous CEO Retreats have unearthed multiple commercial opportunities.’

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of the corporate trip in Mumbai earlier this month.

They are among the 24 selected finalists for the Entrepreneur Of The Year award. The six companies had a combined turnover of almost €122 million in 2010 and currently employ more than 1,200 people.

The trip included an exclusive dinner with Kiran Mazundar Shaw, the Irish Consulate

to India; a Unicef field visit to female empowerment entrepreneurship projects located close to Mumbai and networking opportunities with students and academics at Pune University.

Listed by Forbes.com as one of the top seven corporate retreats, the Strategic Growth Forum boasted an array of keynote speaking events, panel discussions, and industry presentations aimed at directing enterprises through to their next stage of development.

They examined many topics, including Harnessing Talent and Building Future Leaders, and the Strategic role of M&A as a Growth Strategy and Entrepreneurship and Innovation.

A different international

location is chosen each year – particularly countries that have a growing market that may be attractive to Irish entrepreneurs.

Frank O’Keeffe, Ernst & Young Partner-In-Charge of the Entrepreneur Of The Year Programme, said the CEO Retreat is valuable to Ireland’s business leaders.

“With a population of 1.2 billion, India is undergoing a period of rapid urbanisation and development, and Irish entrepreneurs are ideally placed to avail of the myriad opportunities presented by such advances,” he said.

“Previous CEO Retreats have unearthed multiple commercial and learning opportunities for

participants, and this year’s trip proved to have been just as successful.”

Eight companies have been selected in each of three categories – Emerging, Industry and International. The winners from each of these three categories, as well as the winner of the overall Entrepreneur Of The Year award, will be announced at a televised Gala Awards Ceremony in October.

The award is part of a global recognition programme in more than 50 countries to identify, acclaim and support entrepreneurs. It is now in its 14th year in Ireland, and continues to grow and create new opportunities for participating entrepreneurs.

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FUNDRAISING Bake sale for children, held by children

COURT: ‘PEOPLE TOLD TO GET AGAINST THE WALL’

Man accused of €1.2million theft

Nancy O’Neill, Honor Hennelly, Eimear Prendergast, Eilis Prendergast and Nathan O’Neill had fun baking and selling goods to raise money

Children help children THE Children Helping Children Project is primarily run by fifth class in Notre Dame Junior School, Dundrum, Co. Dublin, under the guidance of class teacher, Stephanie Doran and Principal, Ken King.

In 2009, the project took on a new community dimension with the help of Nancy, her foster parents, and her school friends in Dun Laoghaire.

Nancy set up a micro business called Nancy’s

Novels selling secondhand books at her house in June and raised €590 for children in Barnardos and Botshabelo, SA. Last summer, 2010, Nancy set up another micro business called Sow What selling plants in used coffee cups and raised €700 for the same charities.

The most recent of Nancy’s projects was hosting Bakealot, a cake/ bun micro business at her house with the proceeds

going to Barrettstown, Barnardos and Botshabelo Township.

The aim of the project is to raise money for less fortunate children in Ireland and abroad by means of business initiative. The school-based part of the project is launched in January every year by Ali Hewson and finishes with an exhibition in early June in Notre Dame.

The mini companies vary in content, from selling games of chance, to

Ruán O’Conluain and Naoise O’Conluain

crafts, to putting competitions and penalty shootouts etc.

The idea is that the girls experience the business world and write a business plan, learn about different regions of our world through a series of

talks from people directly involved with these poor and unfortunate children, develop social skills, become more comfortable with money matters, gain more confidence by their achievements and enjoy themselves.

Give and you’ll receive: Ran for charity and won a €250 voucher Q MICHAEL HANNAN news@gazettegroup.com

WHEN Mary O’Rourke completed the Dublin Flora Mini Marathon in 1 hour and 46 minutes to raise funds for the Make A Wish foundation, little did she know her generosity would pay dividends, as she received a €250 voucher for her troubles.

The Leopardstown native received the award for being the lucky 350th person to register with Make-A-Wish Ireland to run in the marathon. She joined a 20-strong women’s team who got together to help raise funds on behalf of 18-year-old Celbridge girl, Lorraine Flynn.

Lorraine had her wish of flying to New York with

her family for a shopping trip granted by the charity earlier this year.

Mary said that she took part to raise funds and help towards granting other children’s wishes. She said that the group included Lorraine’s mother and a number of family and close friends who have seen at first hand the difference a wish being

granted for a sick child can make for a whole family.

Since being founded in 1992, the Make-A-Wish Foundation has granted over 1,000 wishes for children aged between three and 18 living with life-threatening illnesses.

In their own words, the wishes are limited “only by the child’s imagination”.

Make-A-Wish chief f u n d r a i s i n g o f f i c e r, Michelle Byers, said the charity had been in contact with Lorraine’s family since she was diagnosed with cancer at age 16.

“We want to make sure that the wish gets granted, not only in the life span available, but while the child is well enough to enjoy it.”

THE trial has begun of a man accused of carrying out a €1.2 million jewellery heist at a Dundrum shopping centre.

Ian Maloney is accused of entering a jewellers with a sawn-off shotgun and pointing it at staff while his partner jimmied open a cabinet and filled a bin bag with jewellery and watches.

Mr Maloney (24) of Cashel Road, in Crumlin, has pleaded not guilty at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court to robbery, possession of a 12-gauge Farasqueta CIA Shotgun and possession of a sawn-off shotgun at Paul Sheeran Jewellers, in Dundrum Town Centre, on September 3, 2008.

A member of staff gave evidence that she was the keyholder on the evening when two men entered dressed as builders.

Ms Candice McCutcheon told Mr James Dwyer BL, prosecuting, that she thought they were customers and went to greet them when one of them raised a gun and pointed it at her. She said it was a “sawn-off” and “old and rusty looking”.

The armed raider told her to get back before ordering all the custom-

ers and staff to get against a wall. Ms McCutcheon said the other man had a crowbar, which he used to open a jewellery cabinet before realising it wasn’t the one with “the expensive jewellery” in it.

She said he opened another cabinet and started filling a black bin bag with jewellery. During the raid, one of the men said: “Don’t worry guys, nobody’s going to get hurt.”

She said the men fled and she went to the shopping centre’s help desk to alert security.

Mr Dwyer told the jury in his opening speech that they would hear evidence that the raiders escaped in a red Subaru car which was later found abandoned with a gun in it.

He said there would also be evidence of an identification procedure during which Mr Maloney was identified by several people in the shop as the man carrying the gun. He also said a car associated with the accused was also spotted in the area at the time of the robbery.

The trial continues in legal argument before Judge Gerard Griffin and a jury of seven women and five men.

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ENTERPRISE Marlay House plays home to a fine summer fair

Paddy Beare, chairman, DLR County Enterprise Board; Tina Hammond, and An Cathaoirleach of Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown, Cllr John Bailey

Crafting a showcase for great local products HE third annual summer fair at Marlay House attracted thousands of visitors recently, all keen to see some of the finest work by the region’s many master artisans. More than 40 designers and makers from across the region were displaying their wares, with their small enterprises showing that the industrious heart of arts and crafts is still beating strongly, despite the challenges of the current economic climate.

Newly-elected Cathaoirleach of Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown, Councillor John Bailey, was on hand to officially open the fair, with both floors of the 18th century mansion

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at Marlay Park overflowing with stalls and visitors, with the added appeal of meeting the artisans responsible for the diverse ranges of wares.

Organised and funded by Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Enterprise Board, and by the Crafts Council of Ireland, the summer fair’s Best Display award was presented to Tara Hammond, of Slated; a producer of slate tableware and homeware, with wares from jewellery makers, ceramicists, fashion designers, artisan food companies, accessory designers, print artists, and toy-makers presented alongside 20 first-time exhibitors.

Abbie and Sophie Sarratt

Suzanne May

Valerie Reid and Harry Purcell. Pictures: Margaret Brown

Kerry Fewer-O’Connor and friend

Councillor Gerry Horkan, Fianna Fail

Maria Byrne, Margaret Hennigan and Anne-Marie Bourke

Paddy Beare

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showcasing the wares, and skills, of some of DLR’s artisans

Ann Lacy

Rebeka Kahn

Jenny Toland sets up her wares

Cait Martin

Megan Sheridan

Lynne Baillie

Una Bull is having a ball

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EVENT

Huge turnout for Stillorgan Clean Up week

A clean bill of health

ORE than 100 volunteers have helped Stillorgan’s first Cleanup Week to be very successful. The President of Stillorgan Chamber of Commerce, Frank Murphy, who organised the event on June 18 – 25, said that this will now be an annual event. Stillorgan will also enter the Tidy Towns District Competition this year.

“People were really excited about it and people were delighted that we did institute this because they were anxious to try and improve the image of Stillorgan, which has now become livelier with all the new businesses that have opened up here in the last year,” he said.

“We made it part of an awareness campaign for the business and the retail trade, the residents and the schools, with a view to improve the appearance of Stillorgan, and obviously to reduce the litter in the area. And in doing that we would hope to develop closer links within the community and to really restore pride in Stillorgan.”

Mr Murphy said that, with the support of Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, the town was cleaned up and the bins were emptied four times that week.

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Ber O’Sullivan, Stillorgan Chamber of Commerce, Councillor Gerry Horkan, Frank Murphy, Stillorgan Chamber Chairman, Caroline Jolly, local resident, and Shane Ross, TD, at the Stillorgan Chamber of Commerce launch of Cleanup Week. Picture: John Wisdom

Ray Coary, Stillorgan Chamber of Commerce and manager Stillorgan Shopping Frank Murphy, Stillorgan Chamber of Commerce

Centre; Shane Ross TD; Kathryn Byrne, Stillorgan Chamber and Councillor

Chairman, with Sam

Gerry Horkan at the launch

Frank Murphy, Stillorgan Chamber of Commerce Michael and Jackie, both residents of Old Dublin Road

Frank talks with some local children

Chairman and local resident, Caroline Jolly

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HEALTH Therapies being used to deal with life problems

Offering support as you figure out best way forward Q GILLIAN BUCKLEY

Counsellor and Psychotherapist

challenge you, according to counsellor and psychotherapist, Gillian Buckley

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talk to.

The therapist will offer you support when you try to figure out the best way forward when dealing with some of life’s problems. It would not be possible to go through life without some upset or a particular time of uncertainty.

The reasons why people attend therapy vary.

Some people may attend due to unexpected current events taking place in their lives.

To name a few – redundancy, fertility difficulties or illness. Others may have been considering therapy for some time, as they are aware of events in their past or present that are affecting the quality of their lives.

These could include abuse, events in their childhood, bereavement or ongoing conflict in their relationships. Or, maybe, you or someone you know, is experiencing an overall sense of frustration and helplessness. Perhaps a number of things have compounded leaving you or your friend feeling over-

whelmed.

Seeing a therapist is not about being weak or unable to cope. It can help you overcome life’s obstacles and come out with solutions. It is helpful to anyone.

Therapy offers a safe opportunity to speak freely of your thoughts, opinions and experiences without judgment.

The role of a therapist is not to make decisions for you, but to support and challenge, so that you’re able to come up with your own solutions.

Through listening to your story the therapist will encourage you to look at aspects of your life, they can offer you insight and perspective to your situation.

Therapists work on the belief that people have the power to work out for themselves what is true for them.

The therapist helps the process of self-discovery and the development of new life skills.

Contact Gillian at hello@gillianbuckley.ie or visit www.gillianbuckley.ie

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The role of a therapist is not to make decisions for you, but to support and

OFTEN people are hesitant when they hear the word psychotherapy.

Some think it’s like psychology or psychiatry, others imagine lying back on a black leather chair while a therapist takes notes.

The truth is psychotherapy has very little in common with either.

Psychotherapy is centred around offering perspective and support, it’s not about analysing someone’s mind or taking notes, but rather it is focused on what the client wants to achieve.

Counselling and psychotherapy are two terms that are often heard being used interchangeably.

Both of these therapies are used to deal with life problems, and the skills used by the therapist are very similar.

Although these two practices have common characteristics, there are some differences.

Counselling can be defined as focusing on a specific life problem, whereas psychotherapy tends to deal with deeper, more long-term issues that may have stemmed from the past.

Psychotherapy can offer an opportunity to

bring about welcome change. The differences between counselling and psychotherapy need not concern anyone seeking help.

The practitioner will discuss the desired outcome of attending and will want to ensure the help they offer is appropriate for the individual concerned, before a commitment is made.

For the remainder of this article I will refer to counsellors and psychotherapists as therapists and the service they offer as therapy.

Therapy offers a unique opportunity to speak to a person in confidence about your life experiences and feelings in a way that is not always possible with friends or a family member.

Perhaps speaking with someone close can be more confusing than helpful. Maybe you only share part of your situation with them, not wanting to burden or worry them.

Or perhaps you are concerned what they may think, or they may advise you on what to do.

They may not know what is best for you, fuelling your own confusion.

When faced with obstacles that occur in life it can help to have someone impartial you can

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A few simple steps to tackle the effects of debt THE Phoenix Process is a group of individuals who came together with a vision of National Recovery.

The Phoenix Process articles will focus on different issues, the intention behind all the articles will be to encourage, inspire, motivate and to bring muchneeded hope.

Each writer is a professional, who has been affected by the economic crisis in different ways.

Five-point Recovery Plan: FIRST, write down a list of all unsecured loans (name of creditor and amount owed) Make a ring binder file for each of these creditors and name them, then put these files in a box named ‘Courage under Fire’ ( For example).

Make a separate file for mortgage and household, personal/family bills. Name this file ‘LIFE’ One file is about looking after You, Your loved ones and Your Home. The other is not!

Now make an Income and Expenditure List: (These forms are available from MABS offices) Remember to include EVERYTHING you, and or your dependents, need on this list.

Include EVERYTHING that is essentially and necessarily beneficial to your, and your family’s, well-being. Do this as a sixmonth forecast.

1. Make at least 30 copies of your Income and Expenditure Form – put these forms in another file called ‘Action Plan’.

2. For every file you make, set up a folder on your PC with the same name.

3. For every file you make, set up a folder in your email account with the same name.

4. Now make a diary named ‘Life after Debt’ and make a first entry 1. ‘Make an appointment with Debt Management Agency’ – you will carry out tasks the day after you enter them in the diary.

5. Write to all creditors to let them know that you are in financial difficulty and will write again enclosing an income and expenditure form, as well as all other relevant details.

6. Enter one task in your diary per day that you will carry out on the following day, and so on.

So, that’s it: A ‘Life’ File A ‘Courage under Fire’ File A ‘Life after Debt’ Diary An 'Action Plan' File This will lead to …… Recovery A five-point plan that will happen and will work.

Remember to be honest with everyone around you and receive support with all of this.

There should NEVER be shame around being in debt – especially when there is a National debt crisis.

One of the most important aspects of dealing with any crisis is positive and proactive support systems.

This column will be printed weekly, and if you feel you would like to join in this process, please contact www.phoenixprocess.ie This week, we hear from Tara O’Grady. Tara was a restaurateur who lost everything financially in recent times, following the closure of her business.

She has actively been seeking debt law reform to protect people’s homes, minds and lives for some time now. Having suffered from a stress-related disorder due to the pressures that were put upon her, she decided to put together a survival package for those suffering from debt despair. She is positive and proactive about dealing with the ramifications of debt, both on an individual and national level.

Tara O’Grady

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GazetteBEAUTY BEAUTY

Edited by Dawn Love

Get ready to improve you beach confidence Q KATHLEEN ROWLEY

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E Irish love the sun – we wait impatiently for its arrival then lose the run of ourselves once it’s here! However, there is one word associated with our welcomed visitor that is guaranteed to strike fear into the hearts of Irish women … bikini.

After a very tough winter spent wrapped up under numerous layers of clothing and clinging to radiators, most of us will have bluey-white skin that has taken on a slightly bumpy feel. Fear not ladies, there are a number of things you can do that will improve your beach confidence.

Brushing

Body brushing each morning before your shower has numerous benefits for your body – its helps improve circulation, remove dead skin and can reduce the appearance of our worst enemy, cellulite!

It’s a relatively cheap way to improve skin tone with the Body Shop’s Round Body Brush coming in at a pursefriendly €11.95.

Using long sweeping strokes, go from toe to head making sure to brush gently and towards the heart, go softer on areas where the skin is thinner.

Scrubbing dishes and floors is not my idea of a good time, but I adore giving my body a good scrub! Regular exfoliation softens rough skin, sloughs away dead skin cells, leaving skin softer and allowing sun cream to work more effectively. It has become a real beauty staple, so there are loads of options. L’Oreal Exfotonic Skin Revealing Exfoliator (€13) has just the

right amount of grit to refine the skin and has a fresh scent.

Green Angel Sunrise Body Smoother (€25.95) feels like a real treat for the skin, it contains natural salt, lemon, grapefruit and Irish seaweed extract and l e av e s s k i n soft and rejuvenated. Dove Gentle Exfoliating Body Wash (€7) is a nice introduction for those who have never used exfoliating products before.

Moisturising

The next step is moisturising! Moisturising regularly is the most important thing, so there is no need to spend a fortune.

Apply straight after your shower when pores are still open and can absorb the lotion better. The Vaseline Sheer Infusion (€6.50)

range aims to moisturise deep into your skin without being sticky.

For the green queens out there, Voya’s Softly Does It combines a silky blend of wild seaweed extracts and organic essential oils for a deep moisturising experience. Personally, I’m nuts about nuts, so Palmers Cocoa Butter (€6.50) and legendary Body Shop Body Butters (€17.95) are my favourites.

Fake tan

If you’ve been doing your damnedest to shape up, but still don’t feel like a truck load of dollars, then a bit of fake tan can help. If you can’t tone it – tan it! For gradual tans without that fake tan scent, Dove’s Summer Glow (€6.30) and St Tropez’s Gradual Tan Everyday (€20) have been praised for their pleasant fragrances.

L’Oreal Sublime Bronze range has creams, gels and lotions, so they suit most skin types ranging from €13 to €20.

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There are a number of things you can do that will improve your beach confidence this summer

Smoothest feet ever with the Micropedia home spa DO you tend to suffer from dry, cracked heels or rough skin on your feet? Well, don’t even think about slipping into high heels and gladiators without taking care of your footsies this summer!

Most of us tend to neglect and abuse our feet, getting a pedicure once every leap year and squeezing into shoes that look gorgeous, but feel torturous. There is a good solution to resolve this problem forever.

Now you can get super smooth holiday feet with Lifes2good’s amazing new Micropedi and put your best foot forward this summer, whether you are staying home or going abroad.

Home spa The professionalat-home pedicure system works quickly and effectively on all areas of your feet, removing

The Micropedi is ideal for smoothing dry, rough, calloused skin on feet

the dead skin cells safely and leaving your feet feeling soft and looking like you just stepped out of a spa.

The Micropedi is ideal for smoothing dry, rough, calloused skin on feet, its unique roller spins 360 degrees at 30 times per second.

It’s safe and gentle action give immediate results and it is portable and easy to use. and is

just €39.95.

Lifes2good claims that it’s the perfect way to get a professional spa-like pedicure in the comfort of your own home. Holiday footperfect in just a few minutes!

Micropedia is now available at the leading pharmacies and health stores nationwide or, alternatively, visit www. lifes2good.ie.

30 June 2011 GAZETTE 15

GazettePETS PETS

Brought to you by Miriam Kerins of the DSPCA

THE FACTS: PURCHASING A ‘DESIGNER’ DOG CAN LEAD TO NOTHING BUT MISERY

Although not from puppy farms, the Dublin SPCA rescued these three pups, Chipstick, Bruno and Georgie, which only look this healthy due to their care and veterinary treatment

Do you know where your new puppy came from?

V E RY DAY, through my education programmes and my work on the mobile clinics, I speak with people regarding animal welfare issues and it concerns me when I meet pet parents who tell me they’ve purchased so-called “designer” dogs from some puppy farmers – often spending as much as €500 per puppy!

These dogs, they inform me, often become “very ill, very quickly,” and they cannot understand why this has occurred.

Really?

Ok, let’s not beat about the bush…if you buy a dog from some puppy farmers you’re buying TROUBLE! You’re buying HEARTACHE! Now, please don’t get me wrong, I must point out, immediately, that there are many responsible, registered, humane breeders out there who are appalled and dissociate themselves totally

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from those who farm puppies in a cruel and inhumane manner – where the poor animals are treated as commodities.

A responsible breeder will always invite you to visit his/her premises and allow you inspect them, and will be equally interested and concerned about your bona fides and want to know where the puppy is going and the type of person who will become his new parent.

A responsible breeder is one who cares about animal welfare.

However, let me educate you regarding the reality that is the inhumane puppy farmer: Each year, approximately 90,000 puppies are born in this country – around 45,000 of these are exported overseas, usually to the UK and, as you can imagine, this is a very lucrative business, pulling in around €29m.

Therefore, in order to identify the origin

of each puppy, prevent the unscrupulous overbreeding of animals in appalling welfare conditions, i.e. puppy farms; protect you, the consumer, ensure traceability as well as accountability and prevent the spread of disease and enhance the credibility of responsible breeders, a very necessary piece of legislation was required.

That legislation is called The Dog Breeding Establishment Act 2010. This is an act to regulate the operation of dog breeding establishments, which requires local authorities to establish and maintain registers of dog breeding establishments and to prohibit the operation of unregistered ones.

The Act was welcomed by the Dublin SPCA, and other animal welfare groups, because some puppy-farmed animals spend their lives in squalid conditions, often in underground oil drums

or standing on painful wire flooring, are matted with their own faeces.

Often this is all they have to eat – their own faeces – and are forced to drink their own urine because little or no sustenance is provided for them.

Inhumane

They are too ill to move because of their cramped, over-crowded, inhumane conditions and suffer horrendous injuries and illnesses and receive little or no medical care. In fact, in most circumstances the only care they ever receive is just enough to keep them alive to breed again and again and again.

Oops, did you think the cute little farmed puppies slept in warm beds and frolicked around in open fields, like something out of a Disney movie?

Well, get real and think again.

Remember, often when dogs in some puppy farms

are no longer capable of breeding, they’re callously discarded. So purchasing a puppy from one of these places is the best way of supporting this shameful practise, adding to the misery of these animals and condemning them to a life of suffering and abuse.

This is a plague and it’s spreading – don’t feed it!

Again, I stress responsible, registered, breeders are not the cause of this situation!

So, take the following into consideration as a guideline before you buy.

Better still, adopt from an animal shelter. We have numerous, wonderful dogs looking for loving homes.

• Research dogs that interest you and find out which breed is right for you and your family/ environment.

• Insist on seeing the puppy’s parents – examine temperament / mental and physical condi-

tion/eye problems/other related health problems specific to your breed of choice.

• Inspect the environment where the puppy was kept and never, ever agree to meet the breeder half way or in a car park – insist on visiting the premises.

• Ask about inherited conditions from parents/ grandparents.

• Does the puppy come with a veterinary certificate of health? Speak to the vet.

• Dogs are adults longer than they are puppies, so make certain you are familiar with the adult type of your chosen breed.

If the breeder is responsible, he/she should ask certain questions such as: • Have you researched this breed/ why do you want this dog?

• What hours do you work/who will care for this dog when you’re at

work/on holiday?

• Do you have children/their ages?

• Describe a typical day/week at your house • What will you do if you can no longer keep this dog?

• Will the dog be spayed/neutered?

• Will the dog be allowed into the family home or be kept outdoors?

• Do you have other pets?

Remember it’s important you maintain good contact with your puppy’s breeder and understand you’re committing to this animal’s care for the rest of its life. A responsible breeder will welcome your commitment.

If you’re uncomfortable, or have any concerns, contact your local animal welfare shelter.

For more information, log onto www.dspca.ie or email me at Miriam.kerins@dspca.ie

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SNAPSHOT The stories of the day from across the capital

Over the hurdle Invincible Ash wins the Woodie’s DIY Sapphire Stakes: Pictured at the presentation was Ray Colman, and his wife Dolores, with winning connections PJ & Bernadette Condron, their daughter, Aislinn Swanick, Trainer Michael Halford and jockey, Gary Carroll.

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Opening of Martello Towers’ exhibition

DUN LAOGHAIRE RATHDOWN County Council has launched its 2011 Summer of Heritage programme with the Martello Towers’ of Dublin exhibition.

And to celebrate the start of Summer of Heritage 2011 the Cathaoirleach of Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, Cllr. John Bailey opened exhibition at County Hall, Marine Road, Dún Laoghaire, County Dublin, this week. The exhibition will be open to the public from July 1 at 9.30am.

The iconic buildings along the Dublin coast are familiar landmarks.

But how many people know anything about them?

The exhibition will, for the first time, tell the story of Dublin’s Martello Towers that were built to defend the capital from French invasion.

It will also tell the story of why they were called Martello Towers.

People will learn how they worked as a military unit, how they were the first fortifications for centuries built to defend Dublin from attack, how they are being treated in the 21st

DIARY century by brave owners (one of whom has spent nearly €2m of his own money on restoring one) and how Stately Plump Buck Mulligan rooted the towers in literary legend.

In addition to the exhibition the Seapoint Martello Tower has been restored and is open for tours throughout the summer!

The Martello Towers of Dublin Exhibition is part of The dlr Summer of Heritage programme, which runs throughout the summer until Sunday, September 4.

of July 4.

The celebrations will run from Friday to Sunday.

All three nights are completely free and feature a host of talented bands from all across Dublin.

Friday night will see the hotlytipped Gypsies On The Autobahn headline.

Meanwhile, The Late Fragments, who packed Captain Americas only a couple of months ago, are also on the bill, with many more acts to follow as well. Saturday will see more great local acts in Stone Motion and Jerome’s Law heading the proceedings. Sunday has more local heroes with HyperGiants topping the bill, along with The Million Dollars, Last Second Magic and Any Mans Gang.

For more information on the festivities and the acts performing, log on to their website now: www.captainslive.com

The Captain celebrates in style Dragons invade Fingal Enterprise week CAPTAIN AMERICAS in Blanchardstown is set to come alive this weekend A three-day festival is planned celebrating the 40th birthday of the restaurant chain as well as American Independence Day,

FINGAL businesses will be

pitching against each other in a Dragon’s Den-style competition to decide the overall winner of the 2011 Fingal Enterprise Awards, as part of Fingal Enterprise Week this September.

Bobby Kerr, from RTE’s Dragon’s Den series, will sit on the judging panel alongside Ben Dunne and 11890’s Nicola Byrne.

Four local businesses are expected to go head-to-head in front of the Dragons, for a chance to win a share of the €6,000 cash prize, with mentoring support and the chance to represent Fingal at the National Enterprise Awards later this year.

For the first time, audience members will also get a chance to have their say on the best business pitch.

Audience voting will take place in a special Audience Winner prize category.

The Fingal Enterprise Awards are expected to be one of the main highlights of this year’s Fingal Enterprise Week.

Fingal Enterprise week runs in various locations throughout the county from Monday, September 26 to Friday, September 30.

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POLITICS He talks to the Gazette about life, family, career

Why I would like to be President - Cox PAT Cox is seeking the Fine Gael nomination for the Presidency. The Party will hold its Selection Convention on July 9. Here, he answers a number of questions about his family, values and career.

Who influenced you most in life?

My parents, whose main legacy was to encourage a belief that a good education was a key to a successful life.

Tell us a bit about your family.

Our family consists of seven children, six of them young adults and our daughter, Mary, who was tragically killed at the age of six in a traffic accident in 1988.

Did you miss out on family life/ children growing up due to your political commitments in Dublin and Brussels/Strasbourg?

Political life is very demanding on family life with a lot of time spent away from home. Staying in touch constantly and ensuring some family time each week got us through.

What has been the most testing

time in your life?

Undoubtedly, coping with the loss of our daughter Mary.

What, to date, is your greatest regret in life?

I have two. The fact that Mary died so young and that I never really got to know my father as an adult.

How much is your current income?

Approximately €180,000 gross before tax.

What is your vision for the upcoming Presidency?

Today, too many of our citizens have no jobs, too many young people are worried about their prospects and too many parents are anxious about their children’s future. The next Presidency needs to strike a balance between recognising this reality and promoting hope in our future. I would like to be a strong advocate for our country and to use all my skills and contacts to be a champion for Ireland’s cause abroad.

Would you forgo your public

service pensions during your term if elected?

Yes, very definitely.

Do you agree that our current Corporation Tax rate of 12.5% is non-negotiable?

Yes. Ireland is entitled to defend our corporate tax rate. We are also entitled to remind President Sarkozy that, politically, he was a key author of the legally binding guarantees given to us to that effect initiated during the French Presidency of the EU in 2008.

Is the Europe project now doomed to fail?

No, it is not doomed to fail, but it is under more pressure now than for some time. This relates especially to the Eurozone crisis which, since its onset in Greece early in 2010, has witnessed the failure of the EU and key national political leaders to move beyond reactive policies and get on top of the problem. So far the EU policy response has addressed some key symptoms of the problem but has yet to solve the underlying debt crisis.

Pat Cox is seeking the Fine Gael nomination for the Presidency

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GazetteMOTORS MOTORS RoadSigns Road Signs

MOTORISTS DISTRUST SPEED CAMERAS: A NEW survey in Britain showed that less than a third (29%) of motorists think that speed cameras are only used at sites with a bad record of crashes and injuries, and 50% think that raising money is their primary aim. And are we any different here in Ireland? The survey showed that support generally for speed cameras was high at 79%. Seventy percent of motorists agree that speed awareness courses are a better idea than prosecution. The greatest support for this is among 17 to 24-year-olds, with 82% in agreement.

IRELAND IS SIXTH SAFEST COUNTRY IN EU: A NEW report published by the European Transport Safety Council (ETSC) based in Brussels shows that Ireland has made remarkable road safety progress over the last decade and is now the sixth safest country out of 27 EU Member states.

The report shows that, since 2001, Ireland has seen a rapid improvement in road safety. A total of 411 people were killed on Irish roads in 2001, compared to 212 in 2010, which represents a 48% cut in road deaths. Only 10 other countries, out of 27 EU member states, managed to achieve or improve on this level of reduction in road deaths.

Volkswagen’s new Amarok double car pick-up is a big machine with a modern, twin-turbo diesel 2.0-litre engine that delivers good power and economy

Volkswagen Amarok is here Volkswagen is widening its scope as it aspires to be the world’s leading car. MICHAEL MORONEY checks it out.

OLKSWAGEN’S Amarok is here and, on first impressions, this is one big machine. It almost has an American pick-up feel to in terms of size, yet under the large bonnet is a thrifty 2.0litre, turbo-diesel engine that provides some running cost comfort.

It is unmistakably a Volkswagen, with that big VW badge up in front.

But, it also combines the solid design features with a strong chassis that’s designed to combine work and play.

It has a wide stance on the road, giving it extra stature and making it

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SPECS: VOLKSWAGEN AMAROK 2.0T Top speed: 181 km-hr 0 – 100km/hr: 11.1 secs Economy: 12.8 km/litre (7.8 l/100km) CO2 emissions: 206g/km Road Tax Band: N (€614) or commercial tax €288 Scrappage Eligible: Yes Warranty: 2 years Entry Price: €34,110

very noticeable on the road. It’s 100mm wider than the Nissan Navara, and you can feel that from behind the wheel.

Volkswagen has chosen this modest size engine for the Amarok to

combine enough power with the best-in-class economy. There are two power options for the new Amarok – either the entry level 122bhp or 163bhp version.

Volkswagen expects that the higher power version will be the most popular because the price differences are not that significant. And that was the Amarok Highline version that I drove, which had the benefit of attractive styling and comfort features.

The modest-size engine is impressive. Volkswagen has achieved this by combining the effect of two exhaust, gas-powered

turbo-chargers. It can develop 163bhp, which is more than a match for any of the 2.5-litre pickup competition in terms of power and torque output.

The Amarok accelerates impressively. I would rate it as the fastest crew cab 4x4 pick-up on the market, marginally faster than the 2.5-litre Nissan Navara, which, along with the Toyota Hilux, is its main competitor.

Economy The bonus comes in terms of fuel economy.

The new Amarok comes with a rating of 12.8 km/ litre (7.8l/100km) which,

on any comparison, is rated as the best in its class.

That’s because the Amarok can sit on the road at 2000rpm and in sixth gear achieve the motorway speed limit of 120km/hr with absolute comfort. The economy figure will drop significantly with trailer work, but it’s still ahead of the competition.

The Amarok range is rated at 1,000km on a full 80-litre tank of diesel.

While I covered more than 1,300km in a week’s driving, I achieved closer to 900km on a full tank.

On road, the Amarok is very comfortable due

to its big size 3,095mm wheelbase. The bigger 17-inch alloy wheels added to the comfort, even though, like all pickups, the rear suspension is a leaf spring design.

Take it across field and hills and the Amarok lives up to its claims. The ground clearance is second highest at 249mm, just slightly lower than the Toyota Hilux.

There is a simple to operate 4x4 engagement system that includes the option of a low 4x4 drive and the option of including a differential lock.

The system is a mechanical one that electrically engaged at low speeds.

Driving in Europe – ignore the rules at your peril MOTORING on the continent can work out expensive. In Europe, speed cameras, over-zealous policemen and on-the-spot fines await the unwitting Irish driver.

An EU directive began in March allowing European countries to share driver information. EU Transport Commissioner Siim Kallas said: “Foreign

drivers account for 5% of traffic on Europe’s roads, but 15% of offences. If you are that driver, I have bad news. It’s about to stop.”

Penalties Irish drivers are being forced to hand over €90 for not displaying an IRL sticker or failing to carry a high-visibility vest.

Not having a warning triangle or spare bulbs can cost another €90. In France, licence and vehicle confiscation is another possibility. Ignore the rules and drive at your peril.

There are frequent police checkpoints at the exits of the major ferry ports to check whether drivers have the required safety equipment, so it is best to ensure

that you have all the necessary equipment before travelling to France.

Different countries have various rules on what you need to keep in your car.

Check out the Department of Foreign Affairs website www.dfa.ie for full details on what you’re obliged and advised to take. Ignore the rules and drive at your peril.

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GazettePROPERTY PROPERTY Wool carpets: Nothing else compares

Castlethorn’s Adamstown development

ADAMSTOWN: WIDE RANGE OF PROPERTIES

Discernible value for house-hunters For discerning property buyers looking for real value, Castlethorn’s popular development at Adamstown Square, in Lucan, is well worth a visit. £135,000 is the competitive price of the twobed apartment that boasts an extremely high level of specification, and is also located close to the main amenities of Adamstown, including local shops, schools and train station.

For those looking for a larger home, there are new large three-bed duplex units located on the second and third floors, with over 1,000 ft sq accommodation and a spacious balcony at prices from £165,000. Similarly-sized, groundfloor three-bed duplexes with private amenity areas start from €185,000. In addition, there are a small number of three- and four-bed houses available from €235,000 and €249,950 respectively.

In total, there are six fully-fitted showhomes on view at Adamstown Square, so there is plenty of choice for the price-conscious home hunter.

All homes come with the standard of quality and finish synonymous with the Castlethorn brand.

All master bedrooms are very generous in size and are en suites.

In addition, purchasers will benefit from modern, fitted kitchens complete with oven/ hob, fridge-freezer, dishwasher and washer/ dryer. The BER (Building Energy Rating) rating of each home is very high.

The Adamstown marketing suite and show units are open every day, weekends from 3 to 5pm and on weekdays from 10am to 5pm.

For further information, phone Leahys on 601 1800, or log onto www.castlethorn.ie

WOOL Carpets are still tops with homeowners! That’s according to TC Matthews, who are the biggest sellers of wool carpets in the country.

According to their MD, Brendan Cumiskey, the demand for quality wool carpets has never diminished – even in these severe recessionary times. He claims: “People are prepared to look at wool carpets as a future investment, rather than a casual discretionary purchase.”

Carpets woven from man-made fibres do not offer the same degree of quality, luxury and long-term wear, he advises. “Wool carpets have, in fact, recently come down in price, in relative terms. This obviously makes them more affordable. And, at TC Matthews, we are always delighted to pass these savings onto our customers,” says Brendan.

Certainly, it would appear that Cumiskey’s company is cashing in on the “wool” demand. He has just opened a €1million expanded and

refurbished branch in Walkinstown.

“Like Feargal Quinn, we believe the customer is king, and we have always offered a very personal service to our customers,” he says.

“Carpets still account for a big slice of home furnishing spend, and we feel we owe it to our customers to personally advise on what is the best investment for them, in the longer term. And, because we buy big

volumes of wool carpets, we get them at very keen prices, and can then pass these savings on. It means more people who thought they couldn’t afford wool, now can!”

Certainly, the current TC Matthews Summer Sale seems to offer astonishingly good value across a wide range of quality household names. Savings of up to 65% in some cases.

DUNSANY: FIVE-BEDROOM LUXURY HOME IN COUNTRY FOR €595,000

Opulent accommodation in rural County Meath FOR homeseekers looking for something special in the countryside of County Meath, Carty Properties, in Trim, are bringing Rolling Hills Lodge, at Boycetown, Dunsany The property is an architecturally-designed five-bedroom detached dormer bungalow set on a landscaped site of c.75 acre, to the market for €595,000 This property is located down a country lane in peaceful rural setting approximately one mile off the Trim to Dublin road, four miles from Trim and just 24 miles to Dublin city centre.

The house comprises entry hall with Chinese slate flooring, a formal dining room with two windows to the front of the property, and a solid teak wooden floor.

Also downstairs is a family room with two

windows to the front, a feature fireplace and s o l i d t e a k wo o d e n floor.

The kitchen/breakfast room features maple fitted kitchen units, an island, a sliding door to the outside decking area, and a Chinese slate floor. There is a utility room plumbed for washer and dryer.

The lounge has three cathedral-style windows to the side, and two windows to the front, a wood-panelled high ceiling with recessed lights, and a wood pellet stove.

There are five bedrooms in the property, all of which are en suite, with carpeted or wooden floors, and three of which feature walk-in wardrobes.

The attic area is partially converted, with a bedroom, bathroom and games room all accessed

Rolling Hills Lodge at Boycetown near Dunsany is on the market for €595,000

by Styra.

The property is approached by a sweeping gravel driveway and is surrounded by landscaped lawns to the front, side and rear.

The third bedroom downstairs comes complete with a separate

kitchen and outside access, providing an ideal granny flat, or suitable for renting with a potential rental income of €450 per month.

Features of Rolling Hills include underfloor heating, a solid teak wood staircase, a double

detatched garage, and its peaceful rural location with panoramic views of the local countryside.

For more information, or to arrange a viewing, contact Carty on 04694 86860 or see www.carty. ie.

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GazetteBUSINESS BUSINESS

Supported by AIB

Interview: Eimear Connolly, Area Sales Manager for Carlton Hotels, Dublin.

The success behind Eimear Connolly of Carlton Hotels EIMEAR began her career as a HR Administrator in ntl and eventually decided to move into a sales role with the company. This gave her a taste for selling and she spent many years growing within sales divisions in a couple of large multinational telecoms and IT Companies, including ntl and BT. Eimear decided in 2007 to put her career on hold and pursue her life-long ambition of doing a world tour for nine months. On return, she decided to move into a new industry with new challenges, and joined the Burlington Hotel as corporate sales manager. She then joined the Carlton Group in June 2010, where she took up the position as sales and marketing manager for the Carlton Dublin Airport Hotel. Eimear recently received a promotion to area sales manager Dublin, when the group took over their new addition to their expanding Irish Hotel Group, Carlton Blanchardstown, formerly known as Park Plaza Tyrrelstown.

Having two properties to look after, Carlton Dublin Airport and Carlton Blanchardstown, Eimear’s new role is challenging. However, coming from a strong sales background, it all comes natural to her. Loving the excitement and challenge of each day, Eimear spends most of her time out on the road meeting new people and developing new working relations with business clients.

Eimear is enjoying the challenge of her new role

FINANCIAL ADVISER OR SALES REPRESENTATIVE? Q – I am finding it hard to see the difference between a so-called financial adviser and someone who is just trying to sell you a product like an insurance policy or mortgage. Is there any way of telling and what is the best route to take ? Mairé - Bray

Q&A Q: When you were a kid, what did you want to be?

A: A nun, and then I spent 14 years in convent schools, and discovered boys.

Q: What sport do you follow?

A: GAA – Come on Down!

Q: What sport can you play?

A: Tennis, when I find the time.

Q: Who do you follow on Twitter/Facebook?

A: Anyone that lets me.

Q: What was your worst holiday experience?

A: Nearly falling over a cliff

Q: What was your last Tweet/ status update?

A: Haven’t updated anything in

edge in a jeep in Bolivia.

Q: Describe your dream holiday?

A: Sun, sea and ... sangria!

Q: What was your first job?

A: McManus Shoe Shop.

Q: What is your guilty music/ TV or movie pleasure?

A: Well, I love my soaps and

Q: And your first pay cheque?

A: £1 an hour – slave labour.

I could watch Pretty Woman over and over and over....

Q: Describe your dream meal?

Q: When did you start your present job?

A: June, 2010.

Q:What’s currently on your desk that shouldn’t be?

A: A box of mince pies that

Q: Who would you rather have dinner with – Enda Kenny or Dame Edna?

Q: What is the best thing about your job?

A: I guess I love the fact that

have been there since Christmas...

A: Can I not have dinner with

Q: Who best represents modern Ireland – David Norris or Jedward?

A: Jedward all the way!

someone else?

in Peru, it was tough and I never in a million years thought I could do it...especially as I did no training for it!

Q: Where do you enjoy spending money frivolously?

A: Clothes, shoes and furniture

Q: What would be your dream job?

A: I think I have it!

no two days are the same, and managing our Blanchardstown and Dublin Airport Hotels gives me the opportunity to meet a lot of new people.

Q: What part of your working day do you ‘delegate’?

A: Well, I just hired three new staff so still working out what I can delegate!

Q: What music/pictures/movies do you have on your iPod/ iPad? A: Don’t have an iPad, but would like one, and I lost my iPod when I was away travelling and have yet to replace it.

a while.

A: Anything hot and spicy

shops.

Q: How many pairs of shoes do you own?

A: Funny you should ask; I arrived home last night and my husband had lined them all up, as I suggested I needed more...

67 pairs!!

ANSWERS TO YOUR PERSONAL FINANCE QUESTIONS

Q: Have you achieved anything that you once thought you could not pull off?

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New web business offers virtual shop for Irish-made goods

Siopa.com is a new web business providing a virtual shop window for quality and unique Irish-made crafts and goods. It is expected that the launch of siopa.com will help to create 100 local jobs in indigenous Irish craft and gift businesses, and small local producers across Ireland by tapping into the vast international Irish diaspora market in order to profile the very best Irish products abroad.

With the Irish crafts industry estimated to be worth €500 million annually in economic terms, siopa. com expects to generate in excess of €10 million annual turnover before their third year of operation.

Siopa.com’s supply partners range from some of the long-established popular Irish gift brands such as Waterford and Tipperary Crystal and Carraig Donn Knitwear, to many of the smaller craft and jewellery mak-

ers, such as Dublin-based Alan Ardiff, Baby Elegance, Boru Jewellery, Breda Haugh Jewellery, Gaga Baby and Tipperary Crystal.

This 100% Irish-owned company, run by Irish online entrepreneur Lulu O’Sullivan, who has over 15 years online retail and global delivery experience with giftsdirect.com, has been developed with the support of Enterprise Ireland.

The site acts as a conduit to inter-

national markets for smaller artisan producers across Ireland. Currently, siopa.com supports more than 100 indigenous Irish craft and gift businesses, giving them opportunity to market their wares to the world in a cost-effective manner, by tapping into the extensive experience of online marketing skills and world-wide logistic capabilities that the siopa. com team have.

Lulu O’Sullivan, CEO of siopa.

com, commented: “With siopa.com we bring you the very best of Irish giftware with a level of personal customer service that is second to none.

As part of siopa.com, my team and I travel extensively around Ireland to source the best quality traditional products and we can now provide an extensive outlet for unique Irish products.”

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GazetteTTRAVEL FastTravel Brittas Bay in County Wicklow. Photo courtesy of Wicklow County Tourism

With 84 Irish beaches awarded blue flags for great bathing areas, now is the perfect time to enjoy an Irish summer holiday RECENTLY 84 beaches around the country were awarded blue flags for their top-class seaside bathing areas and what better way to celebrate the Irish summer than with a “staycation” to one of these spots.

Excellent water quality, lifeguards on duty, and clean and safe facilities are just some of the things to expect when visiting these golden strands, and Hotels.com is offering some good deals on hotels around the country. Just keep everything crossed for blue skies.

In Wicklow, The Grand Hotel in Brittas Bay, comes complete with a nightclub and fitness centre. Local attractions include gold-standard beach Brittas Bay, Wicklow’s Gaol and Mount Usher Gardens. Prices starts from €105 per night, from July 1 to 3.

On Inchydoney Beach, in Cork, the Quality Hotel starts from €110 per night.

Situated in Clonakilty, just a short drive from Inchydoney, the Quality Hotel is an ideal spot to relax after a day enjoying the surrounding attractions. Long appreciated as a picturesque and romantic location, make sure to pack a picnic and enjoy the ocean views while there.

Positioned in Castlebar, close to McHale Park, the Harlequin is a family-friendly property. Visitors can enjoy the private surroundings of Old Head Beach or climb Croagh Patrick for something a little different. Prices for The Harlequin Hotel, on the Old Head in Mayo, start from €79 per night.

Lahinch Golf and Leisure Hotel in Clare is a famous golf and leisure hotel, which is located right on the beach making it the perfect summer holiday destination. Surf lessons can be taken at the beach and local attractions include the Cliffs of Moher and the Burren. Prices start from €105 per night from July 1 to 3.

GETTING AWAY: REJUVENATE THE MIND AND THE BODY

‘This is not like any other part of Dublin’ PAUL HOSFORD

HE promise of h e ave n w i t h i n reach of the city centre will sound more like an ominous warning than an advertisement for Celtic Tiger sur vivors, burned by the notion of commuter belts and supposedly ideal surroundings.

Luckily, however, sometimes marketing is capable of simply summing up a place succinctly.

Pulling into The Village At Lyons, on the grounds of Celbridge Abbey, you are immediately struck by the other-worldly charm.

This is not like any part of Dublin I have ever been to.

Quaint brick buildings, the twisted chimney stack on The Shackleton House, the absolute tranquillity.

On checking in, we were brought the short distance to the residences, where we would spend the night in The Grace Morrison Suite, a beautiful ground-floor lodging.

Tucked away behind wrought iron gates, the residences feel secluded,

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peaceful and calm.

An emphasis is on silence and the result is a stay so peaceful, that it will rejuvenate the weariest of bodies and minds.

Having got our bearings, we decided to take a walk around the spectacular surrounds.

The layout of The Village feels perfect. The residences are a short walk from the centre

thing to keep us going.

While on the surface, it looks like a regular cafe, the food is just that notch above.

The Girlfriend tucked into a potato and pesto soup while I plumped for honey roasted ham on a brown health loaf with Gubbeen cheese and spicy apple chutney.

Now, as a veteran of many GA A matches

evision completed this feeling.

Although, given it was the night of the Champions League Final, this was a blessing and a curse but, being the intrepid reporter I am, I bore my burden of missing Messi and Co. Following a short rest, we walked to dinner in La Serre.

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area, which includes the Canal Cafe, NP2 Jewellery, Renaissance Designs and the Clodagh M c K e n n a C o o ke r y School and General store.

T h e j e we l i n t h e crown, however, is La Serre Restaurant, which was to be visited later in the evening.

Feeling slightly peckish, we stopped by the Canal Cafe for some-

and days out to Thurles, I consider myself a connoisseur of the “hang sangwich”, but this was like nothing I’d ever tasted. It will be hard to return to tin foil from a car boot, anyway.

Taking the chance to explore the Grand Canal walking path, we were struck by just how relaxed a place this is.

Indeed, the absence of anything resembling tel-

rant, set under a conservatory, is remarkably relaxed, but gorgeously adorned, with food to match.

I opted for a monkfish and bacon starter that was beautifully balanced and cooked to perfection, while The Girlfriend’s crab risotto was sweet and light, bordering on perfect.

As the mains of fillet of beef and roast chicken

The Village at Lyons boasts

breast arrived, the immediate impression you get is just how fresh everything is.

The vegetables feel freshly picked and the presentation of both dishes was truly impressive.

The flavoursome beef, served with a truffle oil, was perfectly done, while The Girlfriend was highly impressed with the chicken.

Desserts of white chocolate parfait for herself, and an amazingly done apple pie panacotta with blackberry jam, rounded out a glorious meal.

The next morning we were so comfortable in bed we missed breakfast.

But, whether it is the noise of a town, breakfast or a football match, it is hard to feel you miss anything when the surroundings are this impressive.

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Experience a city fjord cruise in beautiful Oslo this summer OSLO is beautifully situated at the very head of the spectacular Oslo Fjord, making it the perfect location for an introduction to cruising. The proximity to unspoiled nature lends a special atmosphere to the city and a two-hour guided boat trip provides a unique perspective on Oslo city centre, the busy harbour, and the fjord with its islands and inlets. Cruise by the stunning Opera House, through narrow sounds, idyllic bays and through a maze of islands with small summer houses as well experiencing fantastic views of the Akershus Fortress.

Fly direct from Dublin to Oslo from as little as €69 one way, including all taxes and charges with SAS. For more details go to www.flysas.ie.

Castle Durrow - Midweek Summer Pamper/Garden Package

spectacular surrounds, as well as a fantastic cafe and restaurant

SPOIL yourself in one of Castle Durrow’s luxurious individually-styled bedrooms, and indulge with amazing food and wine served by friendly, efficient staff in relaxed country surroundings Dinner, bed and breakfast costs from €210 per couple, with a delicious evening meal in the Castle’s dining room Complimentary tea/coffee, and mineral water available throughout your stay.

Guests can be pampered in the tranquil beauty salon and receive two treatments for the price of one from their full range of facials, massages and body wraps, or receive a guided tour from the head gardener, Bart, through the extensive gardens of the castle including its walled kitchen garden.

The beds are so comfortable you may miss breakfast

Music lovers and sun worshippers can enjoy both this September PAUL Claffey, the well known presenter and managing director of MWR (Mid West Radio), has been involved in the entertainment business all his life and has been organising music holidays in Ireland and abroad for over 17 years.

Music and Fun in the Sun with Paul Claffey packages to Portugal include entertainment from some of Ireland’s best known bands and entertainers.

For more information, call Joe Walsh Tours on 01-2410800 or visit www.joewalshtours.ie

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GazetteENTERTAINMENT ENTERTAINMENT 1GoingOUT PAVILION 01 231 2929 Irish Youth Dance Festival

Dublin Youth Dance Company, in partnership with dlr County Council Arts Office, presents, The 11th Irish Youth Dance Festival. The Irish Youth Dance Festival Is Ireland’s leading youth dance event. Held over two days, the programme will showcase the wealth of youth dance talent from around the country and abroad. At the event, Dublin Youth Dance Company premieres their latest choreography, Lilith.

Saturday, July 2 and Sunday, July 3 Tickets: €10/€14

SEAMUS ENNIS CULTURAL CENTRE 01 802 0898 Fionn Regan Acclaimed singer-songwriter Fionn Regan, with two albums under his belt, brings his unique live show to The Seamus Ennis Cultural Centre. With a new album coming later this summer, this show is not to be missed and is your chance catch this talented artist that is still on the rise.

Saturday, July 9 at 8:30pm. Admission: €16.

THE HELIX 01 700 7000 National Youth Orchestra of Ireland Summer Proms The National Youth Orchestra of Ireland returns to The Helix’s Mahony Hall for Summer Proms on July 2. This performance will feature guest conductor Garry Walker and pianist Sophie Cashell, who, along with the orchestra, will perform Beethoven Piano Concerto No. 2 and Mahler Symphony No. 1.

Saturday, July 2 at 8pm. Tickets: €15 or €10 with concession.

Liz Taylor Film Season The Helix begins its Liz Taylor Film Season on Wednesday July 6, with the opening film, Cleopatra. The season will run until July 16 and will also show National Velvet, Cat On A Hot Tin Roof and A Place In The Sun. Season tickets are €20, or €12 concession. Entry to each showing is €4/€6.

MILL THEATRE 01 296 9340 Waiting for Ikea

Director Alan King brings his production, Waiting for Ikea, to Dundrum’s Mill Theatre for two nights on June 30 and July 1, after sell-out runs in the past. This comedy has been lauded as full of laughs as it follows the everyday lives of Jade and Chrissie, two single mothers in Dublin.

Thursday, June 30 and Friday, July 1 at 8pm. Admission: €18/€15

DRAIOCHT 01 885 2622 Syncopated Tempos of Time

Syncopated Tempos of Time is the new show from the students of Dance Fusion who are celebrating the 10th anniversary of their first performance in Draiocht. The show is promised to be a “rhapsody of imagination, celebration and inspiration”.

Sunday, July 3 at 2.30pm and 8pm. Admission: €18/€15

CIVIC THEATRE 01 4627477 Don’t Dress for Dinner Beezneez Theatre Company presents this new comedy, Don’t Dress for Dinner for two nights in the Civic Theatre. Don’t Dress for Dinner is story of one man’s attempts to entertain his mistress while his wife is away for a weekend. Laughs are guaranteed.

Monday, July 4 - Wednesday, July 6 at 8pm. Admission: €20/€16 with concession. Super Saver: All tickets €10 on Monday July 4.

Cameron Diaz and Justin Timberlake are the focal points of the film

Too cool for school Cameron Diaz struggles a little in the role of Bad Teacher but still delivers some silly laughs Q JONATHAN KEANE

“LEAVE your brain at the door” comedy is an exhausted phrase but sometimes it’s just necessary, and, in the case of Bad Teacher, it’s right on the money.

This is director, Jake Kasdan’s, return to the big screen after 2007’s Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story, in that time though, he brought the hit series, Californication to our smaller screens.

Bad Teacher, unfortunately, does not, in any way, scale those same heights as the series.

In one sense, the plot of Bad Teacher is strange one. Cameron Diaz is teacher Elizabeth Hasley, a young gold digger who thought she had left the teaching profession behind when she met the loaded hubby of her bank account’s dreams.

However, things go

stale for Ms Hasley when she is found out and dumped. Crestfallen, she must return to the doldrums of teaching junior high school, where the classroom acts as her retreat for mouthing expletives, knocking back a few drinks and getting high – the traits of any great teacher, of course!

Several comparisons can be made to Bad Santa, the 2003 Billy Bob Thornton flick that saw him dawn a Santa outfit in a haze of drunken and misanthropic misbehaviour.

What made that film work was Thornton’s commitment to the role with no give in his explicit rambling and actions.

Diaz, on the other hand, is half-baked in the role of the crude Ms Hasley.

The odious and, intended, offensive remarks and gestures throughout just don’t have that same

bite. She is not the most suitable, when an array of the other actresses would have slotted into the crass character with ease.

The film is salvaged, somewhat, by the other characters of Scott Delacorte (Justin Timberlake) and Russell Gettis (Jason Segel). They can distract from some of the more overly-dim moments throughout, the former more so.

Timberlake’s Scott Delacorte character is a key element in the plot.

He plays the young substitute teacher, who just happens to be an heir to a wealthy fortune, so of course he catches the eye of Ms Hasley.

With that, she begins to stalk her prey in the hope of wooing young Scott and landing the ludicrously wealthy husband and cushy and worryfree lifestyle of yore that she so craves. But she

FILM OF THE WEEK: Bad Teacher +++ (16) 00 mins Director: Jake Kasdan Starring: Cameron Diaz, Justin Timberlake, Jason Segel, Lucy Punch

OUR VERDICT: BAD Teacher is a relatively decent comedy flick, just with a few mishaps in casting here and there. But there are plenty of moments that filled with silly laughs. Justin Timberlake is the film’s true redeeming factor in his role of Scott Delacorte and meshes well with Jason Segel and Lucy Punch too. Bad Teacher is certainly good summer comedy movie.

has competition in the form of Ms Amy Squirrel (Lucy Punch), something of a polar opposite to Hasley.

Justin Timberlake is the shining light of the film. The guy has proved a handful of times in the past that he has the chops for comedy roles of this nature. Of course, he’s not going to change the face of comedy anytime soon, but when held up against the rest of the cast, he’s a godsend to the film.

To be fair to both Diaz’s

role and Kasdan’s leadership, Bad Teacher is not an utter failure. There are laughs to be found, and good ones at that, and as far as simple comedies like this go, there are far, far worse out there.

Granted, it’s not essential viewing by any means.

Bad Teacher might be the kind of film worth renting out when it lands on DVD, opposed to making the heroic trek to the cinema, when this summer movie listings are littered with some truly must-see movies.

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Google’s extra tech for searches ADAM MAGUIRE

WITH its Android system for phones, and its “Chromebook” laptops coming to market in the US, you might think that Google had forgotten that it is a search engine at heart.

However, this could not be further from the truth.

T he company still makes the majority of its massive profits from its search engine, and ensuring people that keep using it is vital to its success.

But, with Microsoft and others nipping at their heels, they need to keep what they offer fresh and fast to stay attractive.

A number of new features announced for Google.ie in recent weeks is the proof, if any were needed, that they intend to do that.

Here is what the search engine can do, now ...

Voice Search Already a feature on mobiles, Google will now allow users to search using their voice alone (though only when they use Google’s own Chrome web browser, coupled with a microphone).

Assuming you are using Chrome, you will now see a microphone icon every time you are on Google.ie, which you just have to click to activate.

The idea is that using your voice will be quicker and more intuitive than typing – but how good a job the voice recognition will do with Irish accents remains to be seen!

Search by image While searching for an image has been a common feature of Google for years, you will now be able to search with an image, too.

This means that you can point Google to a picture, and it will help

you find out more about it.

So, for example, you might have a holiday snap where you cannot remember the name of the building in the background – drop that image into Google, and it should be able to tell you what it is.

Instant pages A big part of what Google wants to do is make searching faster – that is the main reason why search results now come up even before you’ve entered your

entire request.

However, as Google points out, once you find what you want and click on it, you might have to wait a few more seconds for it to load.

Now, with a new feature called “Instant Pages” this wait will be reduced.

Google will now load the top few pages in the background before you even click on them.

This means that if, these pages are what you are looking for, they will be ready to load instantly by the time you realise that.

Samsung Galaxy S II

WITH the first Samsung Galaxy S proving such a hit world-wide, its successor was always

going to have a lot to lose. However, the Galaxy S II hits all the right notes.

Samsung had a bit of a spluttering start with the Android platform when it launched its Galaxy device, which looked cheap, and felt rushed.

But the Galaxy S w a s a m a s s i ve i m p r ove m e n t o n that, with good looks and a great interface, which made it a real competitor in the smartphone market.

Thankfully, the Galaxy S II takes that quality and brings it on to

a significant degree.

The first thing you

will notice when you pick up the device is just how large its screen is – it dwarfs the iPhone 4, for example – but just how thin and light it is, despite this.

Indeed, when balanced on a fingertip, the phone has barely any weight at all, while it fits neatly in even the tightest of pockets.

Aesthetics aside, the operating system’s interface is simple but user-friendly.

The large touchscreen

is extremely responsive and vibrant, while its 8MP camera, with flash, delivers as much as you would expect it to.

Overall, this is one of the better Android phones out there – only HTC has done as good a job as this.

It is also up in the big leagues when it comes to smartphones in general, putting up a decent challenge to the iPhone.

The Samsung Galaxy S II is available from free on a contract with Three.

Visit teic.ie for the latest tech news, reviews and views.

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Permission is sought for attic conversion together with the provision of a gable wall in lieu of existing hipped roof end and amendments to existing front entrance door and screen in order to provide new W.C. in existing entrance hall at No. 18 The Green, Woodpark, Ballinteer, Dublin 16 by Jonathan O’Riordan.

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Planning Permission sought for retention of two storey end of terrace dwelling house as built.

Dwelling altered from that approved under previous planning permission (D05A/0167) at 65A Patrician Villas, Stillorgan, Co. Dublin for Mr. Gerry Lee. This application may be inspected or purchased at the offices of Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown Co. Co. during its public opening hours from 10.00am to 4.00pm and a submission or observation in relation to the application can be made to the authority in writing on payment of €20 within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application.

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PLANNING NOTICE DUN LAOGHAIRE RATHDOWN COUNTY COUNCIL I, the undersigned, wish to apply for planning permission, on behalf of “the Assets of Alan Hanly (in Receivership)”, for modifications to the residential development known as Carrickmines Green permitted under Planning Register Ref.: D04A/0327, D04A/0327/E, D05A/1614, D08A/0414 and PL06D.224283 on lands, measuring 2.14 hectares, at Glenamuck Road, Carrickmines, Dublin 18, within the townland of Carrickmines Great. The development will comprise the omission of 99 no. residential units as follows: 14 no. Type A units (14 no. 3 storey duplex units, comprising 14 no. 3 bed units and 14 no. 2 bed units); 8 no. Type B units (8 no. 3 storey 4 bed terraced houses); 1 no. Type C - 1 no. 4 storey corner duplex unit comprising 1 no. 3 bed unit and 2 no. 2 bed units; 12 no. Type D - 12 no. 3 storey duplex units comprising 12 no. 2 bed units and 12 no. 3 bed units; Block G comprising 12 no. one bedroom apartments and 18 no. 2 bedroom apartments; and the crèche building comprising a four storey block with a crèche of 231.5 sq m at ground floor level with play area; 6 no. 2 bedroom apartments at first, second and third floor level and 15 no. car parking spaces.

In lieu of the above units it is proposed to develop 45 no. new residential units as follows: 4 no.

3 bedroom two storey houses; 4 no. 3 bedroom 2 storey with base-

ment houses; 7 no. 3 bedroom 3 storey houses; 7 no. 3 bedroom 3 storey with basement houses; 5 no.

4 bedroom 3 storey houses; 2 no.

2 bedroom 2 storey houses; 6 no.

2 bedroom 2 storey with basement houses; 2 no. three storey apartment block each comprising 3 no. 3 bedroom duplex apartments, 1 no.

2 bedroom apartment and 1 no. 1 bedroom apartment, providing a total of 10 no. apartments. The scheme as approved provides for 287 no. residential units. The modified scheme will provide for a total of 233 no. units - a reduction of 54 no. residential units. Planning permission is also sought for the omission of 23 no. car parking spaces at basement level and re arrangement of surface car parking to accommodate the newly revised site layout.

The planning application may be inspected or purchased during office hours 10.00 am to 4.00 pm Monday to Friday at the offices of Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, County Hall, Marine Road, Dun Laoghaire. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within the period of five weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the County Council of the application. Signed: Liam Loughrey BE C Eng (Agent) A&L Consultants Ltd., Drumullin, Elphin, Co. Roscommon.

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Permission is sought for the erection of a school sign (1.4m by 1.1m) with white lettering on a blue background on both sides, fixed on poles to a height of 2.6m on the grass verge between the school car park and public footpath at Our Lady’s Girls’ National School, Ballinteer Avenue, Ballinteer, Dublin 16 by The Board of Management of the National Girls School, Ballinteer.

The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Authority, County Hall, Dun Laoghaire during its public opening hours. A submission or observation may be made on payment of €20 within a period of 5 weeks from the date the application is received by the planning authority.

Permission is sought for a single storey extension to the rear; a first floor extension with a gable roof profile to the rear including two windows with obscure glazing in the side elevation; a new window in the existing ground floor side elevation & a new window with obscure glazing in the existing first floor side elevation at 57 Sandyford Hall Crescent, Sandyford, Dublin 18 by Conor & Fiona Logan. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Authority, County Hall, Dun Laoghaire during its public opening hours. A submission or observation may be made on payment of €20 within a period of 5 weeks from the date the application is received by the planning authority.

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RUGBY: IRELAND FAIL TO IGNITE IN TOURNAMENT AGAINST WORLD-CLASS OPPONENTS

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IRELAND’S Under-20 rugby side, who were filled with an array of local talent, were only able to claim eighth place in the IRB Junior World Championship, played recently in Treviso, Italy.

The tournament saw impressive performances across the board from the whole playing panel, but their opponents in many of the matches were among the elite of world

rugby, as was reflected in the results.

The team started off with a close game against England, which saw Ireland come within seven minutes of an historic win in the competition, following Blackrock College’s Andrew Conway’s try, Ireland’s only fivepointer in the game.

However, a late fade from the boys in green allowed England to steal victory and a late penalty denied Mike Ruddock’s

side even a losing bonus point.

The Under-20s then put in a brave performance that saw Conway once again the try-scorer, but ultimately the Baby ‘Boks’ size and power proved too strong as they ran out 42-26 winners in the side’s second Pool C match of the tournament.

Ireland’s only win in the tournament came in their final pool game against Scotland, scoring

Former Blackrock College students, Jordi Murphy and Andrew Conway, along with Paddy Jackson

three late tries against the Blues, to register a 30-13 win that saw them into the fifth-eighth place play-offs.

Unfortunately, their first match again was against South Africa, who recorded an even higher margin against

Ireland, but their hopes of back-to-back wins were not to bear fruit against the strong and slippery Boks.

A final match against Wales saw Ireland come close again, but the Dragons were not to be extinguished and Ireland were

outscored by five tries to three, going down 38-24 in the seventh-eighth place play-off.

Despite the defeat, it was still a memorable afternoon for Ireland full-back Andrew Conway whose first half try saw him draw level

with New Zealand’s Zac Guildford in the all-time top try-scoring stakes at the championship.

Conway, who turns 20 next month, has scored 10 tries in as many matches - five each in the 2010 and 2011 tournaments.

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Hollypark Boys’ National School, this year’s winners of the Camel Trophy

The final match went down to a penalty shoot-out

CAMEL TROPHY

Victory for the Hollypark Boys HE Camel Trophy sevena-side football tournament took place on June 8 with Hollypark Boys’ National School taking home the trophy.

Seven other schools competed at the tournament throughout the day – Taney NS, who entered two teams, Johnstown Boys’ National School, Eurocampus, St Kilian’s, Muslim National School and Lycee Francais d’Irlande.

The final, between Hollypark and Taney A, went to a scoreless

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draw and was decided by the dreaded penalty shoot-out, with Hollypark coming out on top.

Hollypark’s victory in the tournament marked their second win, having captured the inaugural contest in 2008.

There were 80 under-12 players participating in this year’s tournament.

The same day, over 50 kids from Lycee Francais d’Irlande and St Kilian’s took part in Soccer Fest, which included various soccer workshops.

There were plenty of young talented footballers on show all day

Everyone got involved in the action

Some interesting skills were on display too

UCD’s mascot, Collee, was out to join in the fun

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Peamount discover draw for UEFA qualifiers

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LIAM RUSHE

LEEANNE ROYLE

MARIA MCGRATH

ST PAT’S hurling star Rushe was a pivotal player for Dublin as the Blues claimed their place in this weekend’s Leinster final.

His showing when injury forced him into a positional switch earned him a well-deserved man-ofthe-match award.

THE Corduff karate star registered a first for the sport in Ireland when she was awarded the prestigious Charles Naylor Memorial Trophy for the most outstanding child competitor at the Karate Union of Great Britain’s National Championships.

BALLYBODEN St Enda’s Maria McGrath was awarded the player-ofthe-match award when she helped guide Dublin Under-16 ladies’ footballing side to the Leinster title after a deluged and delayed final against Meath.

MALAHIDE CG TEAM

LORETO HC

MOUNTVIEW BOYS

THE Malahide Community Games’ team celebrated a bumper medals haul following the Dublin Community Games’ Athletics finals in Santry, which saw the group bring home 13 medals, including three golds.

LORETO stormed to European glory in Lille when they claimed gold at the EuroHockey Club Champion’s Challenge II, with tournament top-scorer Nikki Symmons, Cathy McKean and Naimh Small all scoring in the final.

MOUNTVIEW Boys’ Under-11s triumphed in the national final of the Danone Nations’ Cup held in AUL Complex, beating 900 teams from around the country to the title. They now travel to Real Madrid’s Bernabeu to contest the world title.

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WELCOME to the 2011 Dublin Sports Awards, as we mark our local sportsmen and women’s June sporting achievements across the capital and, indeed, across the nation.

We’re delighted to once again be able to celebrate the finest achievements in Dub-

lin sport, with some huge efforts at local levels coming to our attention in a variety of well-known, and some, less prominent, sports.

Ever y form of sporting achievement, at any level and in any sport, is valuable and gives an indication of the diversity of sporting commit-

ment there is around our fair city at all times of the year.

Let us know!

Let us know about your achievements in sport, so that the Gazette can tell the rest of Dublin — and give you, or your team, a chance of being one of our monthly stars.

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FAI Women’s Cup holders, Peamount United, have been drawn in Group 3 of the UEFA Women’s Champions League Qualifying Round.

The draw, held in Nyon last week, paired the Clondalkin club were paired with Spanish side Rayo Vallecano de Madrid, ZNK Krka of Slovenia and Purnu FC from Estonia.

The group matches are to be played in Slovenia from August 11 to 16.

Spanish champions Rayo Vallecano will be favourites to top the group having come within a minute of beating Arsenal LFC in last season’s quarter-finals.

Coached by Eileen Gleeson, Peamount are bidding to join the Gunners and the other 22 top seeds in the round of 32, but must get through one of eight mini-tournaments that will be played.

All eight group winners plus the two best runners-up will proceed to the draw for the rounds of 32 and 16 on 23 August, with the two-legged knockout phase beginning the following month.

Holders Olympique Lyonnais are among those entering in the last 32.

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Dundrum SDAC hail their successes at Tullamore There was success on the track for Dublin South Dundrum Athletics Club after a number of their athletes placed in medal position in this years’ Woodies AA1 Junior & U-23 Championships.

The championships, which took place in Tullamore Co. Offaly on Sunday, saw wins for Joe Dowling in the U-20 400m as well as Mark Kavanagh and Jade Leahy, who took first place in the U-20 200m and U-20 girls’ 200m, respectively. This was Leahy’s first national title.

Two second-place finishes for Sinead Denny in the 400m and 800m and a bronze for Emmett Jennings in the U-23 steeplechase, were the other highlights of the day.

Local triathlete takes European title in Spain LOCAL athlete, Mark Horan, from Balinteer, was celebrating last week when he won the 30-to-34 Male Age Group Sprint event at the 2011 Pontevedra ETU Triathlon European Championships in Spain, in a highly impressive time of 01:04:16.

The three-day event in the Spanish town saw a large local representation, and the remainder of the Irish team acquitted themselves very well in the championships races.

The hot conditions made for a challenging weekend of racing for the team.

LEICESTER CELTIC: LOCAL SIDE LOOKING TO BUILD ON SEASON

The success of Leicester’s underage teams in the 2010/11 season is indicative of the drive for more silverware in the future

Leicester follow future RONAN MOYLES sport@gazettegroup.com

IT HAS been very much a season of success mixed with consolidation for Leinster Celtic, and the Rathfarnhambased players will be more than happy with their season’s work in sometimes difficult circumstances.

W hen he spoke to GazetteSport last week, club chairman Brian Delaney pointed to a number of highlights that the club have enjoyed this season: “On the pitch, we had quite a good season. Our second senior team were runners-up

in the league, and won the cup.”

However, the achievements of the senior side will, perhaps, be just as pleasing, for slightly different reasons.

“We lost nine of our first team players from last season to emigration. They would have all been finishing college this year had they stayed in Ireland.

“These lads had been playing with the club for 12 or 13 years, so it was a big loss.

“We thought we might have been relegated, and at times, we struggled a bit. In the end though, we finished in a respectable mid-table

Aiming high in Athens: Special Olympics TEAM Ireland basketball coaches Claire

Heffernan, left, from Dundrum, and Bernie Corroon, from Mullingar, were all smiles after a divisioning game in the early stages of the 2011 Special Olympics World Summer Games.

Ireland were in action against Turkey in this match at the OAKA Olympic Indoor Hall, Athens Olympic Sport Complex in Greece.

The games got under way on Saturday night with an opening ceremony at the Kallimarmaro stadium. The events will run until July 4 and will feature 7,500 athletes from 183 countries taking part.

position. We are happy to stay up.”

The challenges of last season were not purely footballing ones either: “We feel we’re losing out really as we have a small committee and lack a dedicated PR person, for example.

“We will be looking to get more people involved next year; to make the committee bigger and spread the load.

Expansion “There are only nine of us on it at the moment and, in reality, there is too much work involved for nine people to take on, so we will be

looking to enlarge.

“We have a few new faces already recruited and we are hoping to get even more involved in the coming months before the new season begins.

“We would like to get a few more parents, and especially women, to help out,” Delaney said.

On the field, too, there are ambitious plans.

“At senior level, we would be looking to move up a couple of leagues over the next few seasons.

“We have some good players coming though and, hopefully, we can

hold onto them for the foreseeable future.”

Things certainly do look encouraging for the future.

“We have a very good under-10 team here at the moment. They have won their league every year since under7 level. There are some very good players,” said Delaney.

Just how bright could the future be for Leicester Celtic? Could it be that the club that gave us Damien Duff and Richie Sadlier are about to produce a new batch of stars? With their ambitious plans, there is ever y chance that may come about.

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AHL 1: KILMACUD DEFEAT NA FIANNA FOR JOINT TOP

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CLUB NOTICEBOARD NAOMH OLAF THE dates for Summer camps are

to add to this record, any club mem-

July 11 to 15 (VHI Cul Camp), July 18 to

ber, who has represented their coun-

22 (Gaelic football/hurling), August 8

ty, in hurling, football, or camogie,

to 12 (multi-sports camp). All camps

at any time in the past. Anyone who

are open to boys and girls from Sen-

knows of any club member, who should

ior Infants to 6th Class. Times 9:30am

be included in this record, please con-

to 2pm each day. Cost €50 per camp.

tact Brendan McGlynn.

Book any two weeks before June 30 for the special price of €80 per child.

Sympathy is extended to the Birrane family, Donnybrook, on the death

The club has compiled a record of all

of Brid’s mother, Hannah Cannon.

club members who have represented

Funeral Mass at St Cartha’s Church,

their county, in hurling, football, and

Kilcar, Co Donegal. Ar dheis Dé go raibh

camogie, since 1981. It is now intended

a hainm dílis.

BALLYBODEN ST ENDA’S Best of luck to Dublin in the Leinster

is a special Summer Camp website

senior and minor hurling finals on

this year, at www.ballybodensum-

Sunday. Speedy get well to Michael

mercamp.com.

Darragh Macauley.

Kilmacud’s hurlers took their place at the top of the league alongside Faughs

Crokes cruise to top of the league AHL DIVISION 1 Kilmacud Crokes Na Fianna PETER CARROLL

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KILMACUD Crokes’ victory last week over Na Fianna saw them move to joint top of AHL 1, sharing the spot with Faughs, who have a game in hand over the south-side team.

Crokes added to their rich vein of form, which has seen them win four games on the trot. These wins have seen the team rise sufficiently in the league after their opening three games, where they lost two and won one.

Na Fianna, on the other hand, are on a losing streak of four after Crokes saw them off. The Mobhi Road side now sit second from the bottom, with a solitary win keeping light between them and Lucan Sarsfields.

In the first half, neither side managed to gain a significant

advantage in a ver y close encounter.

Crokes’ winning of the ball, and their use of it, proved to be valuable in keeping level with Na Fianna.

Tr a i l i n g b y t h r e e points coming up to the half-time break, Brian Hanamy netted a goal for Crokes after some good build-up play to give his side a lift going into the second half, which they would play with the wind.

But the sides could not be separated at half time, with the scores at 1-5 to 1-5.

The second half proved to be just as close, with no side gaining more than a three-point advantage at any given time. Ross O’Carroll, in his first appearance since last autumn, proved to be key for Kilmacud’s back line, coping well with Na Fianna’s attacks.

Crokes’ advantage of winning possession in the first half didn’t carry through to the

second, leading for a far more open game.

With ten minutes to go, and Crokes leading by a point, David McGovern gave the sliotar a smack and put it past Na Fianna’s keeper to put some daylight between the sides going into the final passages of play.

M c G o v e r n ’s g o a l proved to be all-important at the close, with Crokes winning 2-9 to 1-9.

The Kilmacud scorers on the day were Donal McGovern (1-4), Aidan de Paor (0-2), James Burke (0-1), Naomhan O’Riordan (0-1) and Niall Butler (0-1).

Manager Garrod

O’Riain caught up with GazetteSport to give his feelings on the match.

“We won some decent possession up the top in the first half, and we used it very well,” said O’Riana.

“We just have to keep ourselves focused, with so many players unavailable at the moment, due to exams and county duties.

“A lot of the lads are playing for the Dublin U-21s, so the longer they stay in the championship, the more we we’ll struggle with numbers.

“Needless to say, I have mixed emotions watching the games,” he said.

Many thanks to Paul Cullen of

The annual golf classic will take

Life Goals Financial Services for

place on Friday, September 16 in

sponsorship of the Senior B hurling

Edmondstown Golf Club. This is a

team.

very important fundraiser for the

Lotto: Winning numbers were 21,

club. See website for application

14, 2 and 26. The jackpot of €9,000

form.

was won by Ned Flood

The club is now accepting appli-

The lotto is scheduled to resume

cations for the Cruinn Diagnostics

on Monday, July 18. First jackpot is

sponsored Summer Camps. There

€4,000.

WANDERERS LOTTO: No winner of the lotto jackpot.

fitness levels very welcome. Contact

Numbers drawn were 7, 11 and 16; €25

Darren on 087 664 7205.

goes to Gerry Kelly, Gerry Whelan, T

The ladies had a great win last week

Mills and Chris Mangan. Next week’s

v Whitehall Colmcille’s, with Sinead

jackpot is €1,400.

O’Connor at right half back and who

Junior As play Erin’s Isle at home on Friday, July 1 at 7.30pm.

Junior Bs play away to Crokes on

marked their best player off the pitch, and Jennifer Clilfford in goal saving numerous point-blank shots.

Thursday, June 30 at 7.30pm and at

Players are reminded to contact

home to Ballyfermot on Sunday, July 3

their mentors prior to arranging any

at 3pm. All support welcome.

treatment by physios.

Ladies’ training is on Mondays and Wednesdays at 7.30pm. All skill and

Thanks to all who organised and supported the annual dog night.

STARS OF ERIN THE Under-8 hurler s had their

each or 5 tickets for €20. Please see

last game of the year against St

any of the club representatives or

Patrick’s , Palmer s town. Gr e at

any bar staff for tickets.

turn-out for our final game; thanks to all who turned up.

The Stars of Erin Summer camp will start on July 4 and run through

Some really good hurling on dis-

until July 8. Please contact David

play and the hurlers skills have

Gill 087 7827144 for further infor-

i m p r ove d m a s s i ve l y s i n ce t h e

mation.

beginning of the season.

T h e Un d e r -11 h u r l e r s p l a ye d against Naomh Olaf and were narrowly beaten.

There are tickets still available

The results of the weekly draw are 1st: Maria Shelly, 2nd: Jean Dermody, 3rd: Des Kennedy.

There will be no weekly draw this week.

for the Moped Draw. This draw, in

Best of luck to the adult foot-

association with the Step Inn, will

ballers who have two important

take place on July 15. Tickets are €5

upcoming fixtures.

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Seen here on his home ground, Nicolas Roche is aiming to perform to the best of his abilities as the Tour de France begins this weekend

Roche targets the top tier in La Tour Dundrum cycling star looking to better 2010’s 15th place on La Grande Boule in spite of recent spills

STEPHEN FINDLATER dundrumsport@gazettegroup.com

NICOLAS Roche believes he is fighting fit ahead of the Grand Depart of the Tour de France this Saturday in the Vendee, when he seeks to emulate his 2010 heroics.

Roche finished 15th last time around, as well as notching a top-ten finish in the Vuelta a Espana, to cap a marvellous year.

But 2011 thus far has been dogged by misfortune, most recently at the Criterium du Dauphine. He is on the comeback trail, though, and he has been leading his team out at a camp based at Saint-Lary Soulan with his Ag2r La Mondiale team mates.

Speaking last week about his prospects, he said that “all is going to plan in the run up to the Tour”, as he took in an intensive training spin up the infamous Col du Tourmalet as well as the Col Roquet.

“It’s nice to be back on my bike; everything is going well and I am not too far from where I want to be at at this point in June. The crash has left some battle scars, but I am fine.”

The crash, which happened on Stage 5, was on the same road where Lance Armstrong crashed in last year’s Tour de France. Roche was riding approximately 70kph on a descent and hit a pot hole.

Impressively, he struggled on to the stage finish, cut and bruised, but was in no condition to start the next day. At the hospital, Roche required three stitches to his chin and had his elbow inspected and is now back on the mend.

It cut short what looked to be a marked return to form, as he impressed on some stages of the Tour de Romandie.

His build-up to the Grand Depart was competed last Sunday at the Irish National Championships, with hopes of winning the right to don the Irish National Champion’s jersey for

the next 12 months – Nicolas was second in the Nationals last year and won in 2009 – at the event in Scottstown, Co Monaghan.

But it was not to be for the Dundrum man who was initially dropped by a breakaway group. He bridged the gap, though, to get into a high-quality lead group with Phil Lavery, David McCan, Matt Brammeier and his cousin, Daniel Martin, a winner at the Tour of Poland.

But, in a lively finish, Roche was forced to settle for fourth as Brammeier jumped out, closely followed by Martin.

Nonetheless, it was a steady workout for Roche, who will lead the Ag2r team along with Jean-Christophe Peraud, while John Gadret supplies the support.

Roche and Gadret clashed after stage 15 of the last year’s Tour when the Frenchman refused Roche’s request for a wheel when he punctured six kilometres from the summit of the Port de Bales.