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INSIDE: DLRCC’s plans for a greater public say on our parks P2

‘The scenery is just part of Carrig House’s many charms’ TRAVEL: P14.

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BABY, BABY: Our special guide to

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Chair-leaders all: Helping out at a launch Hurling: Crokes’ O’Dwyer lifts Dublin to new heights Page 32

ALTHOUGH at first glance this may appear to be an ordinary, if luxurious, chair in a park, the sight of Aliesha Smith with Jamie, Yasmin and Max Kelly proves otherwise. The giant chair was just one big idea at the launch of National Heritage Week 2011, which, organisers say, would benefit with the addition of the skills, interest and knowledge of Heritage Ambassadors from across the DLR region, including from Dundrum.

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

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Locals angry over crematorium plan Residents object to €3.5m proposal for Kilternan site

Q MICHAEL HANNAN

LOCAL residents are up in arms over plans to create a €3.5 million private crematorium and burial site at Kilternan, one of south Dublin’s most picturesque beauty spots.

The plans involve the construction of a crematorium

and burial site by private developers, Park Development.

The proposed site is expected to cost in the region of €3.5 million, and the application includes plans for a 1,700space traditional graveyard, and three-metre-high crematorium walls to store ashes.

Speaking after a local resi-

dent’s meeting, Labour councillor Lettie McCarthy said there was “no room for error” over the plans for the proposed crematorium, saying: “It is clear that residents living in Ballycorus Road do not want a crematorium on their doorstep.”

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TRAVEL ‘Cautious welcome’ by Deputy White

Revised bus service plans Q DAWN LOVE

A CAUTIOUS welcome has been given to the revised service proposals announced by Dublin Bus on the Network Direct process, by Dublin South Labour TD Alex White this week.

Commenting on the public consultation undertaken by Dublin Bus, Deputy White said: “Dublin Bus are to be commended for the

work they undertook to ensure local people had an opportunity to share their views. When I drew to the company’s attention that there was a clear demand for a further public meeting, Dublin Bus did organise a further meeting with the communities in Ballyboden, Ballyroan, Firhouse, Knocklyon and Edmondstown.

“The key amendments to the changes proposed

originally will see a better service choice for the commuters of Glenlyon, Glenvara and Castlefields, off Ballycullen Road, with the proposed redirecting of the 65B to travel the Ballycullen Road .

“There will also be a route alteration to the new 61 route (Whitechurch terminus) that will ensure commuters on the lower end of the Ballyboden Road will

retain a regular service. And the new 15B route will significantly shorten the journeytime to town (now via Rathfarnham) to that of the original proposal,” added Deputy White.

Dublin Bus has published the amended proposals on their Network Direct website which can be viewed at: www.dublinbus.ie/en/ Network-Direct/Network-Direct-Phase-2/

The most popular reasons for visiting parks are related to health and social benefits

PARKS: DLRCC WANTS TO MAKE SAFER SPACES

Public to have a say in open space strategy Q DAWN LOVE

MEMBERS of the public are being invited to have their say on a new draft strategy for parks and open spaces strategy in Dun Laoghaire Rathdown.

Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council announced this week that a second period of public consultation on the strategy is set to get underway and will last until September 9.

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It follows the publication of key findings from an initial public consultation period, which revealed that 87% of those who took part in the survey visit their local park at least once a week, with 49% of those visiting it daily.

The most popular reasons for visiting related to health and social benefits while dog-fouling was regarded by many as the greatest barrier or inhibitor to people’s

enjoyment of parks.

In 2009 the council embarked on the open space strategy, which was aimed at documenting the county’s “green estate”, its network of open spaces, parks and outdoor recreational facilities and to prepare for the future planning and management of these assets, together and the improvement of policies and services.

This week, DLRCC said that, in a period of “diminishing” resources, the challenge the council and local communities face centered on improving the quality of open spaces to be even “safer, welcoming and fit for purpose”.

“In meeting this challenge the council is conscious of the value of parks and open space in

promoting participation in healthy lifestyles and the contribution that natural and built heritage makes to the quality of life of local communities,” said the council.

“Comments will be reviewed and a report prepared for councillors for their consideration in the autumn. It is envisaged that the Strategy will then be adopted,” the local authority added.

Hard copies of the draft Strategy are available for review at the Concourse, County Hall, Marine Rd, Dun Laoghaire and at the Council’s Dundr um Offices, along with all branch libraries.

Digital copies may also be downloaded from the council’s website at www.dlrcoco.ie/parks.

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TOURISM Highlighting the region’s diverse features

BEAUTY: SERVICE

Be a Heritage Ambassador for DLR area

Expert’s make-up advice

Q DAWN LOVE news@gazettegroup.com

IF YOU fancy being a county ambassador during this year’s National Heritage Week, now is your chance.

To mark National Heritage Week this year, a record number of events are set to take place in Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown, and organisers of the event are looking for your help.

The action-packed week will take place from Saturday, August 20 until Sunday, August 28. Amongst the events taking place in Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown will be an open day at

the Booterstown Nature Reserve, on August 28; a heritage talk at the historic Airfield Estate and Farm in Dundrum, on August 23, and guided tours of Dalkey Island.

The Heritage Council County Ambassador Volunteer Programme will recruit volunteers to become county ambassadors, located in the local tourism information office throughout National Heritage Week.

Their role will be to provide tourists with information on what is happening in the local area as part of the week.

Training and support will be provided by the coun-

cil and Failte Ireland.

The Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht, Jimmy Deenihan, said: “The range of events taking place during National Heritage Week demonstrates the diversity of our heritage that is very much part of us, both individually and as a nation.

“Now, more than ever before, the employment tourism provides, and the opportunities it presents for sustainable economic development, are being recognised by all sectors of society.

“This year, there is a nine-day programme of nationwide activities scheduled for National

Author Tom McCaughren was joined by Aliesha Smith, Max Kelly and Yasmin Kelly to help launch National Heritage Week 2011

Heritage Week. I am very much looking forward to participating in many of the events taking place across the country during Heritage week.

“It is fantastic to see Ireland embracing the oppor tunity to pro mote and celebrate our uniquely Irish heritage,” said Minister Deenihan.

Michael Starrett, CEO of the Heritage Council, added: “The diversity of events taking place in

Dublin South and Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown during National Heritage Week is what makes the week unique.

“When the Heritage Council first took over the running of National Heritage Week in 2005, there were just 500 events taking place during the week.

“Today, the week is more than double the size, and this is a direct result of the increas-

ing levels of community involvement we are seeing nationwide – in particular, among volunteer groups.

“With more than 1,300 events already registered for 2011, we expect this year to be the biggest National Heritage Week to date,” he said.

If you are interested in becoming a Dublin Ambassador for the week, see www.heritageweek.ie.

MAKE-UP artist, Ellie Balfe, has teamed up with Harvey Nichols Dublin to launch a bespoke beauty service in the Dundrum store, entitled Personal Beauty Edit.

The unique beauty personal shopping service is a great opportunity for beauty fans to learn about the latest products, and to spend time with a professional make-up artist, who is entirely focused on designing the best looks for you.

Ellie will teach customers how to shop for makeup effectively, taking into consideration their lifestyle and personal taste.

Customers will also get to enjoy a two-hour private make-up lesson with Ellie in the luxury surroundings of the Personal Shopping suite.

The Personal Beauty Edit consultation costs €100. To book your place, call 01 291 0438.

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EVENT: 84TH FRAGRANCE PROTEST High number of complaints, says council FILLED PLANT EXHIBITION

Summer flower show Q HIROMI MOONEY news@gazettegroup.com

THE 84th South County Dublin Horticultural Society Summer Flower Show will take place in The County Hall in Dun Laoghaire on Saturday, August 13.

T h e f l owe r s h ow is supported by Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council, and will be an indoor event from 2pm to 5.30pm. It originally began in the People’s Park in 1927, and has grown signifi-

cantly over the years.

Entrance to the show is free, and there will be a raffle, home-cooking and two stands with plants for sale, as well as between 300 and 500 plant exhibits that will be put forward for a competition. There will be a range of fruit and vegetables, herbaceous plants, other f lowers and also flower arrangements on display.

For competition entry details, to take part, or for more information, call 01 280 9211.

Dogs Unleashed marched from Sandycove beach to Dun Laoghaire Town Hall

Dog row owners seek more beach freedom Q HIROMI MOONEY

MORE than 200 protesters marched along the seafront against the existing beach bye-laws for dogs in Dun LaoghaireRathdown last Sunday morning, July 24.

The group – Dogs Unleashed – marched from Sandycove Beach to Dun Laoghaire Town Hall with singer and actress, Honor Heffernan, and former Green Party Councillor Gene Feighery. Their petition has also collected almost 1,300 signatures.

Local dog owner, and leader of Dogs Unleashed, Elizabeth Neligan, said that the protest went very well.

“We can only wait and see how they will react to it. We deposited quite a number of letters in the letter box,” she said. “The word is getting out there more and more, but so far

I don’t see any sign of the council backing off.”

The existing beach byelaws were adopted by the council in 2009, but have only recently begun to be enforced. They rule that dogs must always be kept under adequate control and on a leash when on the county’s beaches.

Dogs are also not allowed to be on the beaches between 10am and 7pm during the summer months of June to September. Failure to comply with them may result in a €150 fine.

Dogs Unleashed wishes to have the term “on a leash” removed from the proposed new “dog strategy” bye-laws and replaced with “under adequate/effective control”. However, they insist that the council enforce the existing bye-laws in relation to “dog fouling” and dogs being out of control.”

Heffernan said it was “unnatural” for all dogs to be prohibited from being off-leash.

“They need aerobic exercises as much as anybody,” she said. “Many of them (dog owners) are very responsible. So it’s pretty draconian and I don’t know why it’s happening.”

Dogs Unleashed do not believe that dog pens in Marlay Park and Shanganagh Park are a solution because they believe that the spaces are confined. In such spaces canine diseases, like Kennel Cough, can build up and spread easily, and also because small dogs may be nervous and uncomfortable when enclosed with larger dogs.

Ms Feighery said that walking dogs off-leash is a freedom that is “an essential part of their wellbeing”.

“It only takes one irresponsible dog owner in an area to give all other dog owners a bad reputation,” she said.

“The council would be better served enforcing existing bye-laws relating to offenders who allow their pets to foul in public rather than pursuing responsible dog owners who pay their licence, clean up after their dogs and keep them under effective control.”

A spokesperson from DLRCC said the Beach Bye Laws 2009 “ensure that people using the public beaches could do so in relative comfort and safety.”

“We are receiving a high number of complaints from beach users claiming nuisance, interference, intimidation and attack on some occasions by dogs, which are not under control,” said the spokesperson.

“In view of the continuing complaints, the council’s Warden Service have been advising dog owners of their obligations under the bye-laws.

“The patrols which have been carried out over recent months, largely in the busier swimming areas, are generally getting a positive response both from the beach users who are pleased to see the wardens attempting to deal with the problems, and also from the majority of dog owners who appreciate the need to behave responsibly in controlling their dog and cleaning up any dog-fouling.

“The council’s concern is to the general beach user who wishes to enjoy the beaches in comfort and safety and, with this in mind, the swimming areas, particularly those where lifeguards operate, are being patrolled to ensure compliance.”

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IT’S YOUR STORY Padraic Marren talks about Irish tourism

Q PADRAIC MARREN

THE future growth of the Irish hospitality sector depends on us being more innovative and imaginative in our marketing of it.

The importance of being creative and innovative in our marketing of the Irish hospitality market is highlighted by the fact that, last year, just 6.5 million overseas visitors arrived in the country in comparison to 7.7 million in 2007.

In order to revitalise the market we have to target large untapped tourist markets outside English-speaking countries such as the USA and Great Britain.

The primary problem that besets continental Europeans when they click on an Irish hotel website is that they find it is only in English.

A recent survey, carried out in May 2010, which was conducted through visiting the

websites of 259 hotels in Ireland found that only 8% have a multiligual website.

“Henr y Ford once marketed his automobiles in any colour the customer wanted – as long as it was black.

“Most Irish hotels are

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to help globalise their business.

T hey specialise in translating websites and marketing materials into as many as 40 languages.

Their clients include Dylan Hotel, Royal Marine Hotel, and Fit-

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‘Henry Ford once marketed his automobiles in any colour the customer wanted – as long as it was black. Most Irish hotels are promoting to European visitors in any language they like – as long as it is English’

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promoting to European visitors in any language they like – as long as it is English” says Maria Diaz of Cipherion Translations.

Cipherion Translations works alongside hotels and guesthouses

zwilliam Hotel.

“We have to realise that more than 300 million people in continental Europe do not have English as their first language.

“Surveys prove that visitors are three times

more likely to purchase if the website is in their ow n language,” she says.

Furthermore, we have to take into account the emerging markets of China and India.

Both of these count r i e s h ave g r ow i n g middle classes with increased disposal income to spend on travel.

The extent of this untapped market cannot be underestimated.

For example, China has a middle class population of 20%, which equates to 260 million.

This alone is commensurate with the entire population of the USA. The Business Eye airs on Dublin South FM at 1 pm every Tuesday.

On next week’s show we have Vincent Byrne, of LGS catalyst, who provides business coaching for SME business owners and service proffessionals.

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TRANSPORT: WELCOME FOR INFORMATION MOVE

Calling time at bus stops THE introduction of realtime passenger information signs this autumn has been welcomed by local Fine Gael Councillor Neale Richmond.

As part of the Governments real-time passenger information plans, the National Transport Authority, together with both public and private bus companies will have in excess of 500 real-time bus signs operational this year.

“I am delighted that the Minister has announced that over 500 real-time bus signs will be operational by Christmas, over 50 of these will be in the Dun Laoghaire Rathdown area, subject to securing an ESB connection to the location,” said councillor Richmond.

“The locations were based on passenger numbers and targeted at the busiest stops.

“And, while the Minister has said that there is very little scope for additional signs in 2011, there may be some scope for additions next year,” he said.

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‘We have been waiting over ten years for the roll-out of this technology’

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“We have been waiting over ten years for the rollout of this technology, which is commonplace in cities across Europe.

“There will also be a live text service for all buses coming on stream in autumn with, a live website and app being developed to follow buses in real time shortly after that,” he said.

EDUCATION Move welcomed by parents

Schools’ patrons sought Q HIROMI MOONEY

THE announcement that the Department of Education and Skills is to accept applications from potential patrons for two new primary schools in South Dublin, which will open next year, has been welcomed by local parents and politicians this week.

The move follows the Department’s announcement recently of plans to open two primary schools and one secondary school in South Dublin.

The primary schools are expected to open in Stepaside and in Ballinteer in September 2012. Applications will address a number of cri-

teria, including parental demand for each school type. The applications will then be considered by the Department and by the New Schools Establishment Group, who will advise the Minister.

South Dublin Educate Together Start Up Group has been campaigning for over a year to open an Educate Together school in the Sandyford and Ballinteer area.

The group’s chairperson, Martin O’Flaherty, said that they were very “encouraged” that two primary schools will be created.

“Our group was set up to meet the demand from local parents, who believe

Fine Gael TD for Dublin South, Olivia Mitchell

we have the right to choose the type of education we would like for our children,” he said.

“This announcement serves as a major boost for our group. Since our campaign started a year ago our pre-enrolment list has grown to 220 children and is steadily increasing, with parents proactively expressing their wish for an Educate Together school in our area.”

Meanwhile, Niamh Walsh, a parent involved with the group, also welcomed the announce-

ment saying: “I’m absolutely delighted because I feel that we do need more schools in the area.

There’s been a huge population explosion in the last number of years and some schools are quite difficult to get into.

“I don’t know whether it will be an Educate Together School, but I’m hoping that it will be because there’s a lot of parents in the situation where their child is not baptised and there’s competition for places in the school, their child is put on the bottom of the waiting list because they’re not baptised, so I think that’s very unfair.”

Educate Together’s Head of Education and Network Development,

Emer Nowlan, described the announcement as great news for local parents who have been campaigning for Educate Together Schools.

“The forum on Patronage and Pluralism is highlighting the need for different school types to be established in all areas of the country,” she said.

Fine Gael TD for Dublin South, Olivia Mitchell, said that the creation of these schools is “absolutely essential” as South Dublin is one of the fastest growing areas in the country. “I am delighted that the Department’s review has recognised the potential shortage of places, which has been clear to parents locally for some time,” she said.

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RETAIL The Market claims food awards

The sweet taste of success Q MICHAEL HANNAN

IRELAND’S reputation for high-quality, locally-produced food got another boost with a Stepaside store winning a prestigious award and being announced as Ireland’s Most Creative Fresh Food Retailer.

The Market Foodstore won the Great Taste Gold Award for its signature chicken liver and brandy pate, which was produced by head chef, Satish Desigar, in the store’s own production kitchen.

Organised by the Guild of Fine Food in London, the awards are the Oscars of the food

retailing industry, and are a mark of quality for worldwide consumers when buying food from quality retailers.

It was a two-month labour of love for the panel of up to 16 tasting experts, who sifted through 7,400 entries to find the winning entries.

The store also won Ireland’s Most Creative Fresh food retailer at The Checkout Magazine Best in Fresh awards, held in association with Glanbia Consumer Foods.

The awards are open to all retail groups and independent retailers.

General m anager,

Trevor Kearns, general manager, The Market Foodstore, was joined by staff to sample some of the store’s award-winning signature chicken liver and brandy pate dish

Trevor Kearns, said that the store’s staff were “ ove r w h e l m e d w i t h these recent achievements”.

Thriving

“Hopefully, this will give our customers more reasons to shop with us and to keep the local great-tasting economy thriving,” he said.

Meanwhile, Satish Desigar, head chef at The Market, was also thrilled, saying: “To get from a kitchen in a Stepaside foodstore and onto the world stage with one of our products is truly a great accolade. Go, The Market!” he said.

The Market Foodstore opened in July, 2009, and recently celebrated

its second birthday with a “block party” for its loyal customers.

The store has made its presence known in Stepaside, and has won over the hearts of the local community.

It employs more than 30 people, and its main objective is to combine tradition with modernity, says Kearns.

PLANNING NOTICE

PLANNING NOTICE

DUN LAOGHAIRE/ RATHDOWN COUNTY COUNCIL

DUN LAOGHAIRE/ RATHDOWN COUNTY COUNCIL Permission sought to construct new 2 ½ storey detached four bedroomed dwelling to side together with revised vehicular access to existing dwelling, new vehicular access for proposed dwelling, the removal of existing hip roof to existing dwelling to form new gable roof and all associated site works, at 68 Braemor Avenue, Churchtown, Dublin 14 for Mr. Patrick Sullivan. This 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 and a submission or observation may be made to the Authority in writing and on payment of the prescribed fee of €20 within 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application.

Retention Planning Permission is sought by Mr. Charles Chawke for the temporary retention for a three year period of the existing single storey prefabricated Structure in use as a taxi kiosk/office and associated signage fixed to the structure, at The Goat Public House and Paddy Powers Complex at the junction of Lower Kilmacud Road and Taney Road, Goatstown, Dublin 14. This planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Co. Council during the office hours of 10:00a.m. to 4:00p.m., Monday to Friday (including lunch 1:00p.m.- 2:00p.m., excluding public and bank holidays) at the Planning Department, Level 1, Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Co. Council, County Hall, Marine Road, Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin. A submission or observation in relation to this application may be made in writing to the planning authority on payment of a prescribed fee, presently €20.00 within the period of five weeks beginning on the date of receipt of this application by the planning authority.

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ARTS Opening night of Plaza Suite

RESIDENTS: DO NOT WANT A CREMATORIUM

Burial site plan concern Q MICHAEL HANNAN

Eleanor Methven and Nick Dunning, caught creating marital mayhem during Plaza Suite at The Pavilion Theatre

Oh, what a farce – and wonderfully so HEATRE-lovers flocked to The Pavilion Theatre for some truly farcical scenes recently, when they attended the opening night of Plaza Suite.

Telling the comic tales of three couples who run into various misunderstandings and mis-

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haps in the same room in a New York hotel, the Neil Simon comedy proved a hit with locals, as anger, ineptness, confusion and outright marital mayhem played out on the stage, thanks to the expert timing of the skilled cast, making it a suite hit for arts lovers.

Sarah Murphy, Tom Lawlor and Roise Goan

Diane O’Keeffe and David

Another comic moment

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under way in Plaza Suite

Louise and David Parnell

LOCAL residents are up in arms over plans to create a €3.5million private crematorium and burial site in one of south Dublin’s most picturesque beauty spots, Kilternan.

The plans involve the construction of a crematorium and burial site by private developers, Park Development. The proposed site is expected to cost in the region of €3.5 million and the application includes plans for a 1,700-space traditional graveyard, three-metre high crematorium walls to store ashes and a chapel with seating for 150 people. There will also be two prayer rooms and a “committal’’ room with two cremators.

Following a resident’s meeting, held on Monday night, Labour Councillor Lettie McCarthy said there was “no room for error” over the plans for the proposed crematorium and burial ground.

McCarthy described the site for the proposed development as “very scenic” adding: “We must get the decision right and I’m elected to bring the people’s views to the board.

“It is clear, residents living in Ballycorus Road do not want a crematorium on their doorstep.

They have legitimate concerns regarding traffic management and environmental issues. I’ll be advising residents to stick with the facts, and to make their own submissions, rather than hearsay.

These concerns can only be addressed through the planning process at this stage.

“There is no doubt, the residents would prefer if they didn’t have to deal with this planning application. They, very understandably, want their country road and sur-

roundings to remain as is.

But a valid planning application was lodged and we have to deal with it. I have advised all residents to go and look carefully at this proposal in County Hall, and the onus is on residents to inform themselves of all issues surrounding this application.

The design team have also made themselves available to the public.”

One local businessman, Howard McConnell, director of The Enterprise Centre, whose premises lie adjacent to the proposed construction, has written in to Dun Laoghaire/ Rathdown.

He has claimed his property will be exposed to greater noise, odour and emissions as a result of being only 50 metres away from the proposed crematorium.

Meanwhile, Independent Cllr Victor Boyhan said he welcomed the planning application to establish a new cemetery within the county.

“The site identified at Ballycorous will have to have an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) to identify any potential negative impact on the environment and heritage of the area.”

Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council operates two major cemeteries in the county.

“We need to plan for future burial plots; Deansgrange Cemetery has been a burial ground since 1865 and is now full to capacity,” said Cllr Boyhan.

Cllr McCarthy said she believed the decision would have a first or third-party appeal to An Bord Pleanala, who are the final arbitrators on planning decisions.

A final decision on the proposal is not expected until near the end of August.

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Ready for music festival DUBLIN City Council’s Arts Office is presenting the fifth Northside Music Festival, which will take place across north Dublin city from August 1 to 18.

The festival offers a range of free summertime musical events at exciting venues around the area. It includes a rich array of Irish and international talent, as well as a diverse assortment of music.

This year’s programme will be held in a variety of distinctive settings, such as city parks, community centres, churches and civic spaces that will strengthen existing audiences and attract new audiences.

Supported by The Arts Council, this year’s festival will feature more family-orientated events, with three concerts by the Whitleblast Quartet and the Speks specifically for children.

An exciting workshop programme, lead

by Wassa Wassa Drum Collective for youth groups, will take place across the city. The aim of these workshops is to directly engage young talent with the highest level of professional expertise while celebrating intercultural activity.

Admission to all performances is free.

Booking is required for all indoor concerts through Artscope, telephone: 01 5059582 or e-mail: info@artscope.ie.

See www.dublincity.ie/RecreationandCulture/ArtsOffice for details of events.

Pictured at the recent launch of Learning to reach out: Young people, mental health literacy and the Internet, a new study conducted by ReachOut.com, were (l-r) Derek Chambers (ReachOut.com), Ms Kathleen Lynch TD, Elaine Geraghty (ReachOut.com), Denis Vavasour and Susan Whyte (ReachOut.com Youth Ambassadors).

The event took place at Dublin’s Science Gallery.

Thank Dylan it’s...

THE DYLAN Hotel, just off Baggot Street, is launching a new addition to Dublin’s social scene, its Thank Dylan it’s Friday (TDIF) initiative. This new series of events aims to support its clientele in achieving greater work/ life balance, by hosting relaxing, fun events on select Fridays throughout the summer.

The first TDIF event is Summer Sounds, the perfect way to relax, unwind and kick-off the weekend. Summer Sounds offers a specially created BBQ menu, signature cocktails and smooth Motown hits by Dylan’s resident DJ

from 7 pm every Friday. The perfect escape in the heart of the city, Summer Sounds will be held at Dylan’s luxurious outdoor terrace, a stylish, all-weather space which can be covered if the weather lets us down!

Summer Sounds’ specially created BBQ menu includes gourmet burgers and hot dogs, while Dylan’s summer cocktail menu sees classic cocktails with a contemporary twist created by Dylan’s award-winning mixologists, including delicious Dressed Pimm’s, refreshing Summer Spritzer, Dylan’s signature Gin and Tonic and Dylan’s Marmalade Cocktails. See www.dylan.ie for more info.

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THE FACTS: TIPS FOR EMPLOYING THE SERVICES OF A DOG TRAINER

Learn to be the leader of the pack AVE you ever a r r i ve d h o m e to find your dog has ripped apart his bed, bungee jumped from the net curtains and shredded hubby’s favourite shirt? Sound familiar?

Thankfully this hasn’t happened in our house yet. However, it has happened to a few of my readers who’ve written to me asking for advice.

So, with that in mind, this week I thought I’d try and tackle pet training and behaviour, God help me!

As someone who works with animals I understand their behaviour can be varied. There are cats that will hide, or compulsively groom themselves, and dogs

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who jump up on people, knocking them over, or who suffer separation anxiety when left alone and may either pee everywhere, or set about ripping the furnishings once your back is turned.

It’s no secret that behaviour differs, but one thing’s for sure – they greatly impact on the owner’s quality of life and, if this happens, then, sadly, this can very often lead to the abandonment of the poor, troubled animal – when, in fact, it’s not the animal’s fault at all.

Let me explain.

Dogs are pack animals and require and thrive on leadership and, in most Irish households, there are leaders and there are followers and you need

Dublin SPCA Dog Trainer, Alex Petrilli and friends

to step up, be positive and decide which you are going to be when it comes to Fido.

Why? I hear you ask.

Well, let me put it like this, if you don’t assume pack leader your dog, if he’s the dominant type, could easily slip into this

slot and take over because to him, leaders enjoy all the privileges.

This leadership assertion from you needs to begin when your dog is a puppy because, remember, your pet lived with his litter until he was eight weeks, so he’s already

learned dominant and subordinate behaviour with other dogs. Now you need to let him know you’re the leader of this family pack.

So, what do you do if you want to head off potential problems with your dog?

Simple, you engage the services of an exceptional dog behaviourist such as our amazing Dublin SPCA dog trainer, Alex Petrilli, whom, in my humble opinion and in my capacity as a seasoned pet parent, is an excellent communicator, one of the most important factors when it comes to dealing with pets and their parents.

However, if those pet parents are kids, as in your teen, even better as

the interaction between child and dog is one of the most important relationships your son or daughter will ever develop because he/she will grow up to become a responsible pet owner. And Alex explores, guides, nourishes and tutors this through his bespoke K9 Junior Training Summer Camp held here at the Shelter Campus.

So, if you’re a dog owner who wants to get more involved with their pet, or if you’ve got kids and want to encourage their sense of loyalty, compassion, confidence and exuberance for their new best friend, then read my top tips below for employing the services of a dog trainer.

• Don’t choose the

cheapest – choose the best, the one who delivers results. If it was a heart specialist, would you hire cheap and cheerful or would you go for the professional who guarantees a first class job?

Go for the best. Your dog is worth it.

• Secure a behaviourist/trainer who is recommended by a friend or a vet, and ask if he/she has experience treating similar issues/problems (you’ve discovered with your pet), and never, ever, use one who recommends using inhumane shock collars.

Communication is the key, but don’t take my word for it. Give Alex a ring on 01-4994725 and learn how to be a good pack leader.

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GazetteTTRAVEL Breathtaking journey to Carrig House MIMI MURRY

THE correct way to circumvent the Ring of Kerry is anti-clockwise, according to Terry Wogan. It most certainly is not wise to try and make up time by driving inland, especially when a grey cloud the size of Munster is descending over the McGillycuddy Reeks and there are only sheep as far as the eye can see.

However, that is what my other half and I did on a recent trip to the Kingdom. We had arrived late at our accommodation – the lovely Carrig House, situated on the shores of Caragh Lake. It was 3pm and dinner was booked for 8 pm, so we decided to attempt the back roads to Sneem, a lovely spot along the Ring.

We decided to go for an all-out fish fest and the mussels and crab starter were so fresh, you could definitely still taste the sea.

My scallops, set on a fennel broth, were delicious, as was my husband’s poached haddock laid on a moreish curry risotto. Coffee and dessert were equally good.

Our helpful hostess raised an eyebrow when we said we would attempt the back roads and warned us that to get off the beaten track was sure to get us lost.

Speeding by

Never ones to listen to the voice of reason, we ploughed on past Carragh Lake and up some miniscule roads with neer a signpost or another car in sight. After driving in circles for about an hour, we were sure our eyes were deceiving us when a squad car came speeding by. They would lead us out of the maze we had become entangled in and get us to Sneem.

What followed felt like a high-speed car chase with me holding on for dear life as my husband swore blind we weren’t breaking

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Carrig House situated on the shores of Caragh Lake

the law if the boys in blue were demanding that we follow.

What followed was some of the most stunning scenery I have ever seen and was most certainly off the beaten track. The McGillycuddy Reeks imposed upon us

from both sides and I yelped as my husband almost collided with a mountain goat. After our almost fatal brush with livestock, it was straight the whole way to Sneem.

From there up to Waterville and past Skellig is magnificent, breath-

taking scenery. There is the odd pretty little cove dotted along the coast, which would be good for sunbathing or some swimming.

Hungry, my husband got us back in time for dinner. We enjoyed a quick drink in Carrig

House’s very comfortable and pretty drawing room, which was filled with visitors and locals enjoying Saturday night dinner.

The view from our table was extremely pretty and quite ethereal, looking out over the lake.

Our room had a spectacular view, with big windows overlooking the lake. The next morning, we sat and watched fishermen bob past on a little boat through a haze that Kerry folk fondly call the Irish mist. It might be rain to the rest of us, but who are we to argue.

For more details of Carrig House go to www. carrighouse.com/

TIME OUT Jet off to beautiful Malta this summer TAKE a break with a difference this summer and jet off to beautiful Malta where there are countless events and concerts taking place catering for all tastes and ages, from the Delicata Wine Festival that takes place from August 4 to 7, to the Gozo Music Festival, which gets into full swing on August 21.

Malta boasts an extensive range of activities, from cultural to adrenaline-fuelled. For those who want to relax, there are countless hidden beaches scattered across the island and Gozo is a must.

Ryanair operates direct flights from Dublin five times a week on Mondays, Tuesdays and Saturday. Special offers are now available on return flights for as little as €131 return, including taxes.

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A relaxing weekend in a luxurious Radisson HIROMI MOONEY

THE Radisson Blu Roe Park Resort in Limavady, Co Derry, is the ideal place to stay for a trip to Northern Ireland.

The hotel sits on 155 acres of land, which is both an 18-hole golf course and a beautiful 18th-century parkland.

It has 118 guest rooms that include five luxury rooms, three suites and three superior rooms.

The hotel also has leisure facilities such as a fitness suite, swimming pool, sauna, steam room and jacuzzi, as well as The Roe Spa. With the sea and forest a few minutes drive away, and the shopping and nightlife a half-hour drive to both Derry and Coleraine, there is plenty to do during your stay.

After driving for more than three hours and missing a few turns along the way, we were relieved when we found the hotel.

Given a warm welcome by the friendly and helpful staff, my sister Maria and I checked in to The Lilac Room.

And, yes, there was nothing that didn’t spell out luxury in this room, from the glistening chandeliers to the king-size bed. The windows overlooked the golf course and brought a lot of light into the room.

There were two LCD TVs, two of the most comfortable couches I have ever sat on, a fridge and coffee machine. We even had a jacuzzi bath tub.

There were Elemis spa

products in the bathroom waiting to be used, and more pillows on the bed than I could count.

We didn’t want to move, but eventually forced ourselves get ready for dinner.

The hotel boasts two restaurants, so we decided to test them both out over the two nights that we stayed there. On the first night we opted for the fine-dining experience in Green’s Restaurant.

We both had the warm three-cheese tart, which was like a quiche.

My main course was as mouth-watering as it sounds. Five Spiced Duck Breast served with sticky Thai rice. Maria enjoyed the lemon and lime butter sauce on the Oven Roast Salmon, and devoured a large bowl of ice cream for dessert.

We enjoyed a less formal atmosphere the next night in The Coach House Brasserie. The breakfast is served in Green’s Restaurant, but has a totally different atmosphere in the morning. The self-service buf-

fet means that your eyes are bigger than your belly and you want absolutely everything on offer. It caters for everyone with fry-ups, cereals, porridge, juices, pastries, yogurt, fruit salads and toast.

The Roe Spa was the perfect place to relax and indulge in some self-pampering treats. They use Elemis products, which contain organic extracts, and the gorgeous scents make you drift away from the busy world.

A fter my facial, I noticed the difference immediately. All tension disappeared from my body after a foot and ankle massage, and the head, neck and shoulder massage. The two relaxation rooms were so peaceful and comfortable, I didn’t want to leave.

In short, the hotel caters for all ages, boasts a friendly team of staff with excellent service, and is the perfect place to unwind, relax and pamper yourself.

For summer deals and to make reservations, visit www.radissonroepark. com

The hotel sits on 155 acres of land, which is both an 18 hole golf course and a beautiful 18th century parkland

The Radisson Blu Roe Park Resort in Limavady, Co Derry, is the perfect place to unwind, relax and pamper yourself

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GazetteENTERTAINMENT ENTERTAINMENT 1GoingOUT PAVILION THEATRE 01 231 2929 Plaza Suite TIME is almost up to see the final performances of Plaza Suite at the Pavilion, which comes to an end on Saturday, July 30.

One of Neil Simon’s most enduring and popular comedies, Plaza Suite sees the lives of three couples, as played out in the very same hotel suite at New York’s Plaza hotel. Nick Dunning and Eleanor Methven take the lead in the entertaining comedy, with tickets still available, priced from €17.60 to €25. For full details, see www.paviliontheatre.ie.

THE HELIX 01 700 7000 The Wizard of Oz THE timeless tale of Dorothy and friends gets a new twist, with a series of “Oz Camps” throughout July and early August, preparing budding actors and students to put on a memorable performance.

Running from Tuesday, August 9 to Saturday, August 13, the Oz Camp graduates will showcase what they’ve learned in what promises to be a show to remember.

Tickets are still available, priced from €15/€50 family.

For full details, see www.thehelix.ie.

DRAIOCHT 01 885 2622 Past and Present DUBLIN 15-based artist Desmond Kenny brings his range of work to the ground and first-floor galleries, with his free exhibition showcasing his skills, until August 27. Desmond’s exhibition will have a particular focus on abstract painting, with a retrospective of his earlier work also on show.

A brave Borrower, Arrietty (Saoirse Ronan) faces the human boy, Sho (Tom Holland) who has come to learn of her race’s existence, as they co-exist in an ordinary house together. However, regardless of their sizes, they both face some big challenges, ahead...

Borrows your interest A little race of people are likely to make a big impression, thanks to a delightful film from expert Japanese animators Q KATE CROWLEY

BACK at my post in Gazette Towers, following an unrequested groundcranium-interface incident – or tripping over a bag left halfway down a flight of stairs last week, in other words – I may have had some breath knocked out of my lungs, but not any common sense.

As such, despite my irrational tendency to generally like Kevin “King of Queens” James, I declined to take my recuperating to see his latest comedy, Zookeeper, which shall doubtless please any fans of that curious sub-genre of Average-chump-learnsthat-animals-can-talkand-not-only-that-theyalso-have-advice-onhow-to-improve-his-lovelife! films. This one stars James as – well, the clue’s in the title, folks.

And, as much as I have a weakness for anything starring supernaturally-

FILM OF THE WEEK: Arrietty ++++ (G) 94 mins Director: Hiromasa Yonebayashi Starring: The voices of Saoirse Ronan, Tom Holland, Mark Strong, Olivia Colman

OUR VERDICT: ANOTHER lovely tale from Studio Ghibli, Arrietty is a gentle yet entertaining tale from the Japanese animation masters, who certainly have a yen for creating memorable films that do great business around the world. With its message that size is less important than courage, and character, it’s also a thoughtful and welcome addition to more predictable CG-animated fare.

powered Nazis – a storytelling staple of everything from The Twilight Zone to Star Trek to Indiana Jones to another newly-released film (Captain America: The First Avenger) – I don’t fancy reviewing any Nazi films for a while.

So, rather than review a Nazi film, here’s a rather nice one, instead.

Arrietty is a Japanesefiltered tale inspired by Mary Norton’s classic, The Borrowers (which enjoyed a big-screen film in recent years, starring Jim Broadbent and a host of British talent).

Here, just as in The Borrowers, our world is shared with another race of tiny, sentient beings – little people, who secretly live in secretive harmony with the “vast” world of the humans above, upon whom they rely.

After all, humans have lots of things for the tiny folk to “borrow”, with everything from sugar lumps to paper clips finding new uses in the world of the “Borrowers” – and there are few Borrowers as charming, curious and resourceful as Arrietty (Saoirse Ronan), the film’s titular character.

She lives with her family in the space below an ordinary Japanese house, relying on borrowing things from the house and world above to carry out their little lives, which are still full of the same big hopes, dreams and fears that the humans have.

After a while, a boy, Sho (Tom Holland) comes to stay at the house, under the care of his great aunt, Sadako, while he waits to have an important operation in the city.

After seeing a cat chasing something, he soon finds Arrietty, which breaks the most sacred rule of Borrowers – to never reveal their existence to humans.

A r r i e t t y ’s p a r e n t s decide that, now that they’ve been discovered, they’ll simply have to move, even though Sho and Arrietty have struck up an unlikely but fond friendship.

But both human and Borrower alike face diffi-

culties and dangers, with Sho facing his operation, and Arrietty’s family stirring the curiosity of the household’s maid.

Where Arrietty may need to borrow Sho’s help for her family’s sake, Sho may need to borrow some of their resourceful courage, as they all face their uncertain futures ...

As always, Studio Ghibli have delivered a charmingly animated (with some dashes of CG trickery, here and there) film, free of some of the frantic pace of most animated films.

It’s a charming, familyfriendly, traditionallyanimated film from the Japanese masters of the genre, who’ve previously delighted Irish, and Western, audiences with films such as Spirited Away and Ponyo, to name but two of their hits.

Arrietty may be little, but the film is likely to leave a big impression on smaller minds.

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Be a natural mama and baby Q DAWN LOVE

Mums are turning to beauty products packed with natural and nourishing ingredients

WITH up to 60% of what we put on our skin reportedly absorbed into the bloodstream it’s no wonder that mums are turning to beauty products packed with natural and nourishing products.

Top natural brand, Burt’s Bees, have a range of products that are ideal for new mums and babies too.

The skincare company says being good to you and to the planet sums up their ethos, and to care for baby’s delicate skin, their Baby Bee range includes 10 essential products made with natural moisturisers and natural emollients such as beeswax, to seal in moisture and help protect against external irritants.

All Baby Bee products undergo extensive paediatric testing (on babies between the ages of three months and 13 years) and are SLS-, phthalate- and paraben-free.

When it comes to bath time, try products made with natural ingredients such as oat flour, buttermilk, sunflower and coconut oil to care for baby’s skin. Baby Bee Buttermilk Soap (€5.95, 99g) is gentle and nourishing, leaving skin soft and silky. Made using buttermilk, which is richer in fats and emollients

than whole milk, these products are great natural skin cleansers.

And to ensure there are no tears at bath time, NEW Baby Bee Fragrance Free Shampoo & Wash (€9.95, 235ml), Baby Bee Shampoo & Wash (€9.95, 235ml) and Baby Bee Bubble Bath (€12.95, 350ml) are non-irritating, natural formulas that are gentle enough for everyday use.

And, of course, a comfortable baby is a happy baby, and Baby Bee Diaper Ointment (€8.95, 55g) helps to nourish skin, sealing moisture in and wetness out. Made with 100% natural ingredients, it is packed full of nourishing vitamins, zinc, oxide and beeswax, to protect delicate skin. Adding a sprinkle of Baby Bee Dusting Powder (€8.95, 127.6g) made with slippery elm bark, cornstarch and kaolin helps keep your baby

dry, happy and smelling fresh.

And, to ensure Mums don’t feel left out, try the Mama Bee range featuring Mama Bee Belly Butter (€16.95, 185g). Made with skin-loving natural ingredients such a Vitamin E and Cocoa Butter, this is the perfect product to help keep expanding skin smooth.

For when you’re legs and feet need a treat, Mama Bee Leg & Foot Cream (€14.95, 85g) is formulated with peppermint oil and rosemary extract to help relax tired muscles and moisturise your skin.

Or, if a therapeutic bath or massage is just what you need, the Mama Bee Body Oil with Vitamin E (€13.95, 115ml) is ideal to keep your body hydrated.

Made with sweet almond and lemon oils and Vitamin E, massage into your skin to help keep it supple and hydrated.

Burt’s Bees is available at selected pharmacies and health stores nationwide.

KidStuff The stroller to be seen with this year IF CELEBRITY endorsements are anything to go by, it would seem that the New Zealand brand, Phil & Ted’s, is the stroller to be seen with this year.

98FM’s Dermot Whelan and Dave Moore are the most recent Phil & Ted’s converts and join Jack Black and Sacha Baron Cohen in choosing the Explorer to propel their offspring around.

The buggy that has been beloved of parents all over the world, with its good looks, manoeuvrability and quality materials, Phil & Ted’s is the coolest way to get your precious ones from A to B. To find out what’s the best Phil & Ted’s for you, or if you know of a cool dad-to-be who may need some direction in the wheels department, check out www. cleverclogs.ie for more information and to find a stockist near you.

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Swimming is making a healthy splash IN A society increasingly promoting exercise and healthy eating in youngsters, the findings of a recent study – that revealed that more underfives know how to play a computer game than to swim – makes for sobering reading.

Besides the obvious safety benefits, swimming helps to get the heart rate going, keep children fit, and provide them with plenty of fun.

Carol McNally, who, with her sister, Therese, runs swimming classes for babies and young

children across Dublin, says it’s vital to get your little one into the pool as soon as possible.

Classes are suitable for babies from six weeks, which is usually when their mums feel able to bring them, says McNally, who adds that swimming is also excellent for stimulating your baby’s eating and sleeping patterns.

The multi-award-winning Water Babies’ course teaches using voice commands, and learning to respond to these is excellent for your baby’s mental development.

Lessons last half an hour, and, although they might look gentle, each provides your baby with a complete work-out – exercising and strengthening lots of muscles they’d never find on land!

To find out more about local classes, call 01 824 9987, or see www.waterbabies.ie.

Above, Holly and Georgia Brown, and, inset, Lynsey Whitchard with Harry Anderson, are all having fun exercising and bonding together by swimming

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Balancing a career and motherhood Q HIROMI MOONEY

A S E V E RY wo m a n knows, being a mum is a full-time job in itself, and balancing that with a hectic career as a highprofile TD is not an easy thing to do.

N ow t h e m o t h e r of three sons in their 20s, Children’s Minister, Frances Fitzgerald is refreshingly honest about working while raising three children and admits that, in the early days, she doesn’t know how she managed.

A former social worker, Fitzgerald says that her husband and family were hugely supportive of her and of her later decision to enter politics.

“T hroughout my career, I have been lucky, especially, when my children were young, in that I

was able to take extended maternity leave and at some points I job-shared.

This gave me a taste of the best of both worlds,” she says.

“It is certainly difficult to find the balance. Looking back, I’m not quite sure how I managed in the early days, but when I did hit that balance, I really enjoyed both my career, the opportunities and the learning experiences and being able to cherish the time I got to spend with my family.

“It would not have been possible for me to succeed in politics without the support of my family. My husband and my three boys have always been a fantastic source of strength and encouragement to me,” says Fitzgerald.

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Motherhood and politics: Children’s Minister Frances Fitzgerald and Fine Gael TD for Dublin South, Mary Mitchell O’Connor

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‘Looking back, I’m not quite sure how I managed in the early days but when I did hit that balance I really enjoyed both my career and the time I got to spend with my family’

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lin South, Mary Mitchell O’Connor, has two sons aged 25 and 24. She went back to work as a school

principal just 10 weeks after giving birth and says it was very difficult for her in the early days.

“I think you hate leaving your baby with a minder – mind you, I had an excellent minder.

It was difficult to juggle, but I suppose, first of all in teaching, school hours are pretty short in comparison to what other working mothers have to do. Education then was huge for me for them.

I put a big emphasis on education for the two boys.

“I really didn’t get into

politics until they were well on their way towards their Leaving Certs. I just wouldn’t – their education to me was of paramount importance.

“I don’t know how mothers could juggle that or how they could – you know. You sacrifice something – be it yourself or be it your children.”

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Excessive dribbling, red cheeks and gums, a tendency to chew on things and, in some cases, vomiting, can spell one thing – that your little one is teething. It’s a period that every mum and dad dread because not only is their baby in pain, but it can mean plenty of sleepless nights for parents, too.

Nelsons Teetha teething granules €7.25 (top), are a homeopathic remedy for the relief of the symptoms of teething. They come in a ready-dosed granule that simply dissolves in your baby’s mouth,

where it gently helps to ease the pain of teething and relieves discomfort.

The active ingredient in Teetha is a 6c homeopathic potency of Chamomilla – a herb traditionally used to help relieve the symptoms of teething.

Chamomilla is often described by homeopaths as the first-choice remedy for teething.

Coughs can cause little ones a great deal of discomfort and disturb their sleep.

Coughs and teething can cause a great deal of discomfort and disturb baby’s sleep

Honey is well known not only for its great taste, but also for being a great natural remedy. In fact, a recent study has confirmed what many parents have known for

years, that honey can help with sore throats and night-time coughs in children. The study showed that honey helped at reducing the severity and frequency

of night-time coughs, so children can get to sleep more easily. So, it’s no wonder honey was one of the first ingredients that was put into Nelsons Sootha (far left).

The honey rich formula contains the 6c homeopathic potency of natural Bryonia, purified honey and zesty lemon juice – natural ingredients to help bring gentle relief to coughs. Bryonia, more commonly known as Bryony, is a yellow flowering climbing plant, which has been used in homeopathic tradition for the symptomatic relief of coughs.

Nelsons Sootha cough syrup is free of artificial colourings or flavourings and does not cause drowsiness. Suitable for children aged 12 months onwards.

Nelsons says it is important to identify what kind of cough your child has and, if your child has any of these symptoms, you should consult a doctor: • Cough that is accompanied by any wheezing or breathing difficulties.

• A croup cough, which has a barking sound.

• A whooping cough that has a very distinctive sound: a severe drysounding coughing spell that lasts 20-30 seconds and is followed by a whooping noise as your baby draws breath.

C OM M ER C I AL FEATU R E

ARE you old enough to remember 1986? If so, do you remember what fashion was like then?

At name it they do. In 1986 one of the suppliers of Vero Moda, a Bestseller women’s fashion brand, accidentally sent out a shipment of jeans that had been made in small sizes rather than adult sizes.

This was the beginning of the adventure we know today as name it.

One of the sales people took on the challenge of finding customers for the jeans… and the rest is history.

And much has happened in those 25 years – a quarter of a century which the people behind name it have spent get-

ting to know kids, in order to come up with the best kids’ fashion possible.

The most important thing when designing for kids is to keep their needs in mind at all times. At the same time the team behind name it has to think about the parents too, because parents really only want the best for their children.

Over the years, this way of thinking has led to a lot of bright ideas. For example, all name it jeans have adjustable waists to suit kids of different sizes; there is always room for nappies when needed; and the price range is always reasonable, because name it knows that you need more than one nightsuit for

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your baby.

In some countries kids need outerwear that can handle the rough weather; and of course kids’ safety comes first, so all collections follow the rules and standards of the European Union.

Although name it is now 25 years old, there is no sign of slowing down.

In the future you will see more name it shops popping up around the world.

From birth to the age of 12, kids can get all their fashion needs covered, from underwear to outerwear, and name it will continue to offer a complete wardrobe.

As we move forward in this millennium you will also find name it more and more on the internet, so you can shop online and connect with name it fans on Facebook.

Look out for the many exciting events lined up for name it shops this autumn – and be sure to join us in the celebrations.

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GazetteMOTORS MOTORS RoadSigns Road Signs FIAT 500 TO PROMOTE PIXAR’S CARS 2: Disney

Pixar has chosen the Fiat 500 to help promote the new CARS 2 movie in Ireland. The Fiat 500 in question, a TwinAir Lounge model, has been covered in an elaborate promotional wrap, complete with windscreen “eyes” similar to those of the characters in the film.

One of the main storylines of the new film revolves around the character Luigi, which is based on an original Fiat 500. We meet Luigi’s Uncle Topolino and Mama Topolino for the first time when the World Grand Prix series arrives in his home town of Porto Corsa in Italy. Disney Pixar’s CARS 2 opened in cinemas across Ireland on July 22, while the Fiat 500 TwinAir is available from €14,295 (excluding delivery and related charges).

Citroen has extended its styling DS programme to include an updated DS4 based on the C4. The car has sporty style design and features

DS4 brings fun to Citroen Citroen has a new, slightly bigger, DS4 on offer with impressive performance which MICHAEL MORONEY found when he took it on a fast test T was a fun drive taking the new Citroen DS4 on the road, but its performance was such that I spent too much of my time checking the speedo. That, in some people’s minds, is a good result – the new Citroen sporty version of the C4 comes with huge performance levels for a car that’s compact and reasonable in size.

Citroen wants to make statements with the DS range. The DS4 is the next up in that regard, adding a little more space and aiming to compete with performance-type sports cars such as the Golf GTI. The car has very distinctive styling – the wheels add to the effect in a black alloy colour with flared sections to give a classic

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SPECS: CITROEN DS4 1.6 Top speed: 235 km/hr 0 – 100km/hr: 7.9 sec Economy: 16.6 km/litre (6.4 l/100km) CO2 emissions: 149g/km Road Tax Band: C (€302) Euro NCAP Rating: 5 Star (2011) Warranty: 2 years Entry Price: €29,895

aerodynamic effect. This is a stand-out car – you’ll be seen in it no matter what colour it comes in.

I drove a white DS4, but I’ve seen photos of the red edition and I reckon that it would be more impressive. Colour aside, the car is packed with technology to give the performance car effect.

And it drives like a bomb as well. The 1.6litre, turbo-petrol engine has impressive acceleration giving a 0 to 100km/ hr acceleration time of just 7.9 seconds. That’s almost comparable with the Volkswagen Golf GTI performance from an engine that’s smaller, while delivering 200bhp.

The car seems lighter than the Golf, Audi TT, Honda Civic Type R or Peugeot RCZ, and that makes its performance feel lighter on the road.

It has real rear passenger space for three in reasonable comfort and its fivedoor format makes the rear seat accessible.

Getting in and out of the rear has its own hazards. I felt that the shape of the rear doors is posi-

tively dangerous with a spike type end to the design. I had the car for a few brief days and still managed some minor injuries, not life-threatening, of course, and avoidable with care!

The one feature that’s especially attractive about the DS4 is that, for the power and the specification on offer, it’s affordable. The entry price for the petrol-powered model is €29,895, which seems a lot of money for a mid-range car, but it’s way cheaper than the rivals mentioned above.

And, the other good news is that you can get a more thrifty diesel-powered version for the same price, without too much of a compromise on performance. The accelera-

tion from the diesel version is less than a second slower with the benefit of 20% better economy and a lower CO2 driven taxband rating.

There is room to seat five adults, but head room in the rear is a little tight.

The car has a reasonable size 359-litre boot which increases to 385 litres when you use the underfloor storage, making it bigger than many conventional hatchbacks.

The new model is claimed to be one of the safest cars in its class. It has been awarded a maximum 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating with a 97% score in the Safety Assist category. The standard safety features include ESP with Intelligent Traction Control, ABS with

EBD and EBA, six airbags and two Isofix mountings on the rear seats.

There are some nice luxury touches on the inside. The cabin area is modern with lots of dials and switches to give a more sophisticated look than the standard C4 car.

This new Citroen DS4 is available with three trim-level signatures – DSign, DStyle and DSport. The entry-level DSign comes with six airbags, ESP, Hill Start Assist, air conditioning, daytime-running LEDs, 17” alloy wheels, front fog lights with cornering function, six-speaker Surround Sound audio system and cruise control with speed limiter and memory settings.

More road tolls will erode Ireland competitiveness – IRHA THE Irish Road Haulage Association (IRHA) has expressed its concern at reports that eight new toll locations may be introduced on Irish roads. The Association has called for the establishment of a task force to examine all road tolling systems to ensure that all road users are taxed at appropriate levels.

Commenting on the fact that the National Roads Authority has commenced a process of examining means of generating additional revenue through new tolls on Ireland’s existing road network, Eoin Gavin, President of the IRHA, said that such increases in tolling would have major implications,

not only for the road haulage industry, but for Ireland’s overall competitiveness, which, he said, would be inevitably eroded.

Highest level

The Irish haulage sector is currently paying the highest level of road tax in

Ireland and also pays nearly the most in Europe in terms of fuel duty and carbon tax. Furthermore, a recent report by the Irish Exporters Association said that a number of EU Directives have been agreed which will impose €97.5million in added costs on Irish exports exiting Ireland.

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The crew of Doppelbock from Norddeutscher Regatta Verein in Hamburg during the first race

Regatta

Preparing for the Whitesail Yacht start off the Baily Lighthouse. Pictures: Gareth Craig (fotosail.com)

Life on the ocean wave in the bay OCAL success was toasted in Dun Laoghaire following the Volvo Dun Laoghaire regatta prize-giving.

The bulk of the major trophies were divided among sailors from the waterfront Dublin Bay yacht clubs or Howth at the end of four days of racing.

The major overall prize went to the Class III IRC winner, Supernova, who produced three wins and three second places in a 38-boat fleet, the biggest class of the regatta.

The biennial regatta is being hailed an enormous success both afloat and ashore as a combined fleet of 420 boats raced over nine courses and a range of conditions, from full gale to flat calm.

L

Huge crowds attended the final prizegiving

Two of the crew enjoying racing aboard Cor Baby, owned by Martin Ryan and Vincent

Face-painting was laid on as part of the

Lattimore from the Royal Irish YC during the opening race

entertainment for crowds

Bernard Clarke and his crew from Ripon Sailing Club

The crew of Supernova, from the Royal Irish Yacht Club, which won the overall prize

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2011 DUBLIN SPORTS AWARDS - JULY NOMINEES

FastSport

IN ASSOCIATION WITH

+ STARof the

Harrington on hand to help launch Alliance

MONTH

JAMES MCGEE

SHEENA MCELROY

LORRAINE O’HALLORAN

JAMES McGee broke new ground last Saturday at the Fitzwilliam lawn tennis club as he defied the world rankings to win the Green Property Irish Open singles title with a 6-3, 6-3 win over French top seed, Charles-Antoine Brezac.

GRANGE golf club’s Sheena McElroy secured her third Irish senior title at Adare Manor when she defeated Pauline Walsh in the final of the national event, another accolade in what has already been a successful year.

LORRAINE O’Halloran, from Palmerstown, won a welldeserved gold medal in the 100m freestyle swimming final at the 2011 Special Olympics World Summer Games in Athens, registering a personal best time in the process to defeat the field.

DUBLIN HURLING

ROUND TOWERS

INSAKA FC

THE resurgence of Dublin hurling and its attainment of new heights was prevalent throughout July, when the senior, minor and Under-21 hurlers registered county victories that see them set to take on the All-Ireland challenge.

THE ladies of Monastery Road produced a winning performance to claim their first silverware in over a decade, defeating Clontarf by 2-8 to 1-9 in Parnell Park to claim the intermediate title to great acclaim.

THE fledgling club’s maiden double arrived in style when they claimed the Ronnie Bradshaw Cup and U-18 NDSL Premier titles this season, vindication of the management’s faith in their abilities and commitment to soccer

+ TEAMof the MONTH

WELCOME to the 2011 Dublin Sports Awards, as we mark our local sportsmen and women’s July 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.

Contact us on 01 601 0240 or sport@gazettegroup.com to tell us all about your successes, and follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/ gazettesport.

You can also check out the latest stories from GazetteSport at our new website, www.gazettegroup.com

STACKSTOWN’S superhero, Padraig Harrington, was on hand to help to launch the Dublin East Coast Golf Alliance with representatives of the clubs involved in the initiative.

The K Club, Powerscourt, Carton House, The Island and Druid’s Glen are all taking part in the alliance, which is giving golfers the opportunity to stay and play in some of the top hotels and courses in Ireland, with great deals on both.

Within easy access of Dublin airport, and with the buzz and atmosphere of Ireland’s capital on your doorstep, the Dublin East Coast Golf Alliance promises you the best of both worlds with the warmest of welcomes.

For more information, contact info@dublingolfalliance.com or call 086 854 1234.

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Meteors’ duo prepare for European contest METEORS’ Alison McGrath and Jessica O’Sullivan were both in the Ireland Under-16 basketball teams that made their final preparations for their European championship campaign.

They were in Slovenia until Saturday as part of their preparations before heading off to Arad, Romania, for the competition, which gets underway on August 11.

There, they will face Switzerland, Germany and Denmark in the group stages Speaking about the upcoming competition, head coach Joey Boylan said the Slovenian trip was an extremely useful one in the build-up to the main competition.

“We were concentrating on our own game and looking to work on different zones during defence,” said Boylan.

“With games every day [in the Europeans] we have to focus on making our adjustments quickly so that we can be successful.”

CYCLING: ORWELL WHEELERS STAR TARGETS TOP PLACES

Michelle Geoghegan (Moving Ladies Team), Louise Moriarty (Look Mum, No Hands) and Melanie Spath (Usher Irish Road Club)

Ready for Ras na mBan sport@gazettegroup.com

ORWELL Wheelers’ star Michelle Geogehegan has vowed to put herself in prime position to claim the revered leader’s pink jersey in the An Post Ras na mBan, Ireland’s premier international women’s cycling race, which will run this year from September 14.

The Tarbert racer, who has moved from Ireland to race full-time in Holland with the Mov-

ing Ladies’ team squad, intends to put the experience of earlier this season and last year behind her as she aims for the top spot in the race, which begins and ends in the rugged countryside of her native Kerry.

“I missed last year’s event through injury and, this year, I’ve also had a few problems with crashes and injury but, if I can get myself fully fit, I’ll be fighting like mad to take that new leader’s jersey,”

says the Tarbert racer.

Michelle had to deal with the disappointment of not being able to compete in the 2010 Ras when she was unable to come back to full fitness in time, having suffered a dislocated shoulder in the middle of 2010.

Instead, she focused her attention on a full recovery and building on her first full season of racing abroad, and now stands on the verge of taking on the tough landscape and

energy-sapping climbs of her native county.

With the very best of Ireland’s racing talent set to do battle with top international teams, interest has been strong in this year’s revamped event with squads expected from the UK, Holland, Belgium and Germany, as well as the usual strong entry from local teams and riders.

An Post Rás na mBan riders will take on some of the most famous

climbs in Irish road racing including the Healy Pass, Coomaciste and Molls Gap. T he latter climb appears on the 58k first stage, which begins in Sneem. Stage two will see the riders take on a daunting 88-kilometre loop starting and finishing in Waterville, while stage three will take the riders across the fabled Healy Pass en route to the stage finish in Kenmare.

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AHL4: FINS BRING THEMSELVES INTO CONTENTION a

CLUB NOTICEBOARD STARS OF ERIN THE adult team were beaten by Plun-

tickets, and all who supported the

kett’s, in a hard-fought game by the

draw.

lads.

The second Summer camp starts

The scooter draw was a great

on Monday, August 1 to 5; contact

night in the Step Inn. congratula-

David Gill for more details on 087 782

tions to Jessica Morris who won the

7144.

scooter.

Weekly draw back is next week, the

Many thanks to The Step Inn,

draw takes place every Sunday in

Rhythm Culture (great show, lads,

The Step Inn, all support is greatly

well done), and everyone who sold

welcomed.

BALLYBODEN ST ENDA’S WELL done to Gary, Finn, Stephen,

whose Brussels camogie team were

Simon, Shane, Conor, Paul, Conal,

winners of European Championship.

David and all the Dublin senior hurl-

Senior B hurlers qualified for the

ers on their fantastic victory over

Corn Ui Laochra final with a 1-17 to

Limerick.

1-09 win over Raheny.

Best wishes to Conal for a speedy recovery.

Congratulations to the senior A Fingallians were comfortable winners against Ballinteer St John’s at Marlay Park

John’s wide of the mark in home tie AHL DIVISION 4

Ballinteer St John’s 1-10 Fingallians 3-9 STEPHEN FINDLATER sport@gazettegroup.com

FINGALLIANS kept their promotion hopes alive with a comfortable victory over Ballinteer St John’s in Marlay Park last Monday night, meaning AHL4 will go down to the final round of matches.

The Swords’ men got off to a flyer, Fingal star JM Sheridan catching David Markey’s lengthy clearance in midfield before racing 40 metres unopposed to slam home a fourth-minute goal, adding to a pair of early points.

It was a key moment as the rest of the half was reasonably even but Fins’ greater accuracy proved critical as the hosts ran up a series of wides despite decent chances going up the hill.

T hey did respond with four of the next five points, Niall Dunphy scoring a particularly

nice effort off his right shoulder from the narrowest of angles.

With Oisin Power finding his range, St John’s briefly got back to within two points.

To stay in contention, though, they needed Frank O’Donoghue to get through a lot of work at full-back as Fingallians dropped a series of bombs into the parallelogram.

From one Sheridan punt, Eoin Cullen rose highest and, while his attempted catch was misjudged, the sliotar broke backwards for Barry Mullane to whip in the loose ball.

It extended the lead to 2-6 to 0-5 at the interval, a surmountable deficit with the slope in Ballinteer’s favour, but they needed to find the target more often.

However, they passed the double figure mark in wides soon af ter the turnaround, while Fins only accrued five throughout the match.

It meant that a come-

back sputtered along despite James Kennedy’s effort and another couple from Power – he eventually ended with 0-6.

For the visitors, the intercounty experience garnered from the Fingal regional side showed in the hurling of Peter Daly and Dermot Vaughan in their quality in the clinches.

Sheridan’s 65 maintained a six-point margin before the tie was put to bed in fortuitous fashion in the 46th minute when Dowling bundled in from close range after Ballinteer failed to clear

their lines.

An innovative Colm G i l l i g a n o v e r- t h e shoulder pass did lay up Kennedy for a smashing major nine minutes from time but it was a mere consolation.

Power added another couple to bring in the arrears to four on the hour but a neat Sheridan free – ending the night with 1-4 – and Dowling’s crowning point secured the result.

It leaves Fingallians a point off the promotion spots in third, hoping for a slip-up from St Jude’s in the final series of games.

Junior A and C hurlers qualified for their respective championship quarter-finals.

camogie team (Richie Sweetnam, John

Ladies’ senior final takles place

Ryan, Nuala O’Sullivan, Bernard Cur-

this week at Parnell Park against Na

tis) which made it a double by winning

Fianna.

the OZO Summer Cup to put with the Senior B cup won a few weeks ago.

Congratulations to Irene Kirwan

Lotto: Numbers drawn were 2, 24, 11 and 18. Jackpot of €4,000 was not won.

BALLINTEER ST JOHN’S LOTTO: Numbers drawn were 1, 4, 10 and 14. There was no winner. Next week’s draw will be for €16,800.

Tickets are available online at www. ballinteerstjohns.com, or from the usual outlets.

Congratulations to the Dublin ladies’ minor team, managed by Fintan O’Curry, who beat Galway in the All-Ireland semi-final. Maria Kenny, Shauna Garvin and Laura O’Curry

were also in the squad.

Bingo continues every Monday at 8.30pm. The jackpot is still to be won. €1,000 of prizes to be won.

Clubhouse function room is available for hire. If interested, please contact Dermot in club bar.

The Summer camps continue in mid August.

For more details, visit our club website.

BALLYBODEN WANDERERS A QUIET week on the football front

mer.

saw our ladies’ team, inspired by

Members who intend to attend

Ciara Lawlor triumph against Scoil

the All-Ireland hurling semi-final

Ui Chonaill in the league. Next up, it’s

between Dublin and Tipperary on

away to St Finian’s in Newcastle.

August 14, and the football quarter-

The junior As play tabletoppers,

final the previous weekend, must

Castleknock, at home and the Jun-

order their tickets before Friday,

ior Bs hope to finish off the season

July 27.

unbeaten in the final league match

Congratulations to our centre back

against St Brigid’s on Thursday night

Brendan Boyle on his marriage to

at Frank Kelly Park.

Patricia last weekend and best wishes

All club members are exhorted to come out and support the lads as they strive to bring the second piece of silverware to the club this sum-

to former player, Stephen Heavey, on next weekend’s nuptials.

For more details on club events check www.wanderersgaa.ie

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Kilmacud Crokes’ Ryan O’Dwyer scored a sublime hat-trick to help Dublin advance to the semi-finals of the All-Ireland hurling championship

O’Dywer inspired by fallen friends Influence of Conal Keaney and Stephen Hiney gives motivational spur on famous day for Dublin hurlers dundrumsport@gazettegroup.com

RYAN O’Dwyer said the willingness to prove Dublin’s hurlers’ worth has been powered by the wish to do it for their injured team-mates.

The Kilmacud Crokes’ man was the star attraction as his hat-trick helped Dublin run up a 3-13 to 0-18 victory over Limerick in Semple stadium last Sunday, earning the sky-blues a first All-Ireland semi-final date since 1948.

They did so without the talismanic Ballyboden St Enda’s man, Conal Keaney, who was injunred in an accident in the lead-up to the game, leaving him with cruciate damage.

It came in addition to long-term injuries to skipper Stephen Hiney, among others, and O’Dwyer was keen to pay tribute to the motivational influence that had provided.

“Throughout this year, we’ve had setback after setback. Like the other day, Conal Keaney is lucky to be alive; Stephen Hiney, Tomas

Brady, Ruairi Trainor. We’ve had setbacks all year and none of them is going to play a part this year.

“When Limerick came back at us, at the back of my mind was them, and what they’d do to be out there. We can’t let that just go by.

“Fair play to Limerick, they came back and really put us under pressure but there was no one going to beat us today.

“Every single one of the lads out there was going to die for it. I got man-of-the-match but I’m accepting it for the rest of the boys, they were outstanding.”

It means a strong local contingent is still in line for an outside shot at adding the AllIreland title to the National League won in the spring.

Boden still have a large contingent despite the two big-name absentees, with Gar y Maguire exceptional between the posts while Paul Ryan continues to rack up the scores. He

added 0-8 this time round and was joined by clubmates Conor McCormack, Shane Durkin, David Curtin and Simon Lambert in the win.

Crokes’ Niall Corcoran continued his efficient work at corner back, too.

It sets up a final date with O’Dwyer’s native county in the final four, but the Crokes’ man says that the opposition is not significant in the grander scheme of things for the small ball in the capital.

“Ah, it’s a great thing, we’ve made history here today, I think it’s the first semi-final Dublin have qualified for in about 50 years.

“Look, right now we’re not thinking about Tipp, we’re just thinking, ‘right, we got over today and we have a semi-final to play’.

Regardless of who the opposition is, we know what we need to do.

“It doesn’t matter who it is but it happens to be my old team, Tipp. So, we’ll think about that later.”