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April 27 - May 3, 2017

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Stepaside butcher the latest burglary victim  EMMA NOLAN

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Cleaning up the damage at Flemings

STEPASIDE has been targeted by burglars once again with a premises raided in the early hours of Wednesday morning, adding to the list

of incidents in the area over the past year. Flemings Butchers was raided by two men who smashed the door’s lockwith a rock before gaining access and smashing open the till.

Owner Michael Fleming said that the raiders made off with a sum of cash and caused considerable damage to the property. He said: “They smashed the till, the lock. You can see

them on the CCTV footage from inside the shop and from Des Kennedy’s Centra and from Alan’s fruit shop next door. They’ve cameras outside.” Continued on Page 6

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BALLINTEER | ANGER AS DEVELOPMENT TO DEVOUR GREEN SPACE

Locals troop together to back scouts as plot to go to senior homes  EMMA NOLAN PLANS to construct a number of senior citizen homes on a green space in Broadford, Ballinteer have been widely condemned by locals. Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council plans to construct 21 onebedroom senior citizen units together with 21 car parking spaces at lowerground floor level, a community room, a plant room and associated ancillary works. The plans were first

granted Part 8 planning permission in 2007 but were shelved during the reces-sion. They were brought up again as a motion in 2015, with the Part 8 still in effect. The land was sold to the council by the church for “housing for older persons”, a council spokesperson confirmed. The tender documents for the development have been prepared and the council are expected to break ground on the site soon with an aim of completing the build in the first

quarter of 2018. The council’s last housing report estimated that building would begin in the last quarter of 2016, but any construction has yet to begin. A sign with an artists’ impression of the development has recently been erected at the site. A Ballinteer local, who runs the Ballinteer Today Facebook page, told The Gazette that there is a lot of opposition to the plans locally, particularly from the Ballinteer Scouts whose clubhouse is located on the green space. He said: “No work has actually started yet. It is disappointing to learn that the Ballinteer Scouts will only be left with five metres [of space] outside its doors and the reason for this is down to health and safety. “The scouts will miss the green area during the summer months. I see them use the green area all the time.”

Time’s running out to sign up for race

VHI ambassador David Gillick was delighted to join a very well attended park run (above) at Marlay Park rceently, with these helpful girls presenting him with his timer data. The retired Irish international track and field athlete joined with Parkrun, in partnership with Vhi, to call on women everywhere to complete their registration for the upcoming Vhi Women’s Mini Marathon now just six weeks away, with registration closing on April 28. Would-be runners can still register online at www.VhiWomensMiniMarathon.ie. Pictures: Daire Brennan/Sportsfile

Ice to see you ... GAA Legend Pat Spillane and friends help launch the ARI Trade and Tourism Show 2017

Active retirement show to keep elders very busy THIS year’s Active Retirement Ireland trade and tourism show at the RDS promises to be the biggest and best yet, with a dizzying amount of free content lined up for attendees to enjoy. Taking place from 10.30am to 5pm on May 23, the largest one-day extravaganza for the active retirement market has grown so big that the RDS is needed for the thousands of people expected to attend. The ARI Trade and Tourism Show will celebrate all that is good about ageing and will focus on health, activity, financial security, travel, holidays, lifelong learning, social connections, sports, cooking, fashion, investments, and legal advice, as well as plenty of fun and informative workshops and demo hubs.

DLR youths encouraged to help guide LGBTI strategy

The plot of green space used by many locals, particularly the local Scouts group in Broadford, which will now be

‘Disgraceful’ A large discussion on the Ballinteer Today Facebook page this week saw many locals express their views on the development, with many agreeing that the plans are “disgraceful”. One commenter said: “There are nearly 300 people involved with the 115th Ballinteer [Scout troop] and great interest in joining. They have been here since the 70s. “But someone thinks squeezing 21 dwellings into an area for children, that is used regularly, is what benefits the area and the people in it. I believe in progress but this is disgraceful.” Another local added: “All new housing estates are required to provide a

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certain amount of green space yet it’s OK to take an existing green space away from such a massive housing estate?! It’s not right!!!” Local senator and former councillor for the area Neale Richmond (FG) said that there are a couple of concerns about the development. Speaking to The Gazette, Senator Richmond said: “It’s good in one way that we do need 21 senior citizen units, but it completely takes out the green space for the local residents, the church, the school and most importantly, the scout den. “It just seems like it’s infill planning – it’s already a really densely

populated area. “The development is going to be going ahead, the arrangements are in place. A lot of residents raised concerns and they’re right to; unfortunately it is a little late in the process.

No expiry date “Maybe there’s a need to look at Part 8 planning permissions and the fact that they have no expiry date. Perhaps there should be a new clause that they have to be reviewed at least if they don’t expire.” The Gazette contacted the 115th Ballinteer Scouts but did not get a response at the time of going to print.

MINISTER for Children and Youth Affairs, Dr Katherine Zappone, has launched a LGBTI (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex) youth strategy to allow online consultation with 16-25 year olds which will feed into government equality policy. Minister Shane Ross said: “The young people of Dublin Rathdown are being invited to be part of history by having their say on the new LGBTI+ National Youth Strategy. I welcome this news and would encourage local young people, schools, colleges and youth organisations to get involved and have their views taken into account”. Social media has been mobilised to reach as many teenagers as and young adults as possible, with an online consultation process being hosted at www.spunout.ie.

Communities called to get together for Tidy Towns THE Tidy Towns competition, sponsored by SuperValu, is now open for entries from Dun LaoghaireRathdown residents. The competition is now in its 59th year and it has helped to encourage voluntary activity and community participation across the country. Entry details can be obtained from DLRCC or the Department of Arts Heritage, Regional, Rural and Gaeltacht Affairs. For more information, see www. tidytowns.ie or call the council at 01 205 4700. The closing date for applications is Thursday, May 25. Dublin Gazette Newspapers, Second Floor, Heritage House, Dundrum Office Park, Dublin 14 Tel: 01 - 6010240. Email: sales@dublingazette.com news@dublingazette.com web: www.dublingazette.com twitter: @DublinGazette Visit us on Facebook at DublinGazetteNewspapers

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BEST OF DUBLIN | DON’T MISS THE CHANCE TO NOMINATE YOUR CHOICE FOR 98FM’S LOCAL AWARDS

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BIG UP THE DUBS

FOOD & DRINK

• Best Breakfast • Best Coffee • Best Takeaway • Best Restaurant

PLACES

• Best Shop • Best Salon • Best Butchers • Best Barber

PEOPLE

• Dublin Hero • Best Sportsperson • Best Sports Club • Best Dub

SOCIAL

• Best Gym • Best Bar • Best Taxi Driver • Best Bus Driver

98FM’s Luke O’Faolain on Moore Street with the 98FM Thunders at the launch of Best of Dublin 2017 – celebrating the great and good of our city. Picture: Patrick O’Leary

IT’S BACK! Now in its fourth year, 98FM’s Best of Dublin Awards will celebrate the great and good of Dublin, from taxi drivers, barbers and sportspeople to shops, local takeaways and even the best breakfast. A new addition this year is the Dublin Hero category, which aims to celebrate those fantastic Dubs who selflessly go over and above to protect the residents, communities and all the people who frequent and enjoy our beautiful city on a daily basis. The call for nominations is out now so get your votes in – just got to www.98fm.com/BestofDublin – but hurry, because the closing date for nominations is April 30. A final shortlist will then be announced and released for public vote on Tuesday 2nd May, with two full weeks for voting before the final ceremony in the RDS on May 23rd. Last year’s awards received over 500,000 public votes and this year the station aims to bring this to over 525,000! If you live in Dublin, you don’t need any convincing as to just how great it is – we have some of the best food, drink, places and people, making it one of the best cities in the world. This year the categories to vote include a mix of culture, places, food and drink venues, and of course the people that make up the fabric of our capital city! And don’t miss next week’s Gazette to see the full list of nominees across all four categories.

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Out and About

Lauren Shaw with family members and supporting actors Gramham Nolan, Carla O’Brien, Chirsty Coakley,

Stars come out to support LauraLynn Rachel Coakley, Susanne Shaw, Billy Shaw and Billy O’Brien

Volunteers from Mount Anville Secondary School Elle Kearns and Alli Cregan with MC Marissa Carter. Pictures: Conor McCabe Photography

TOUCH of Hollywood glamour descended on the Odeon cinema, Charlestown last week as the stars came out to support LauraLynn’s first ever Oscar’s Night. Hosted by style guru and TV presenter, Lisa Fitzpatrick, the event featured the screening of six short films starring the children of LauraLynn and their families. Each film was directed and produced by a sibling with the support of Windmill Lane Studios and script writer, Carol Walsh.

Joanne and Andy Byrne with their son Cian

Oliver, Hollie and Maura Quail

MC Marissa Carter welcoming movie star Lauren

Ronan and Teresa Dunne with their children Eoghan, Keelin and

Shaw

Ciara

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STEPASIDE | LOCAL FRUSTRATION GROWS AFTER LATEST CRIME

Burglary adds to calls to open garda station Continued from Page 1

Two males pulled up in a small car, picked up two rocks and tried to smash the glass doors. Failing that, the lock was smashed and they gained entry. “You can see them [in the footage] smashing the till, pulling the cash box out and making off with the contents.” While the thieves managed to steal a sum of money, Michael says that the damage to his premises will also end up costing a lot to be fixed. “It’s more the damage that’s the problem – fixing the till is expensive, and [at the same times as] trying to trade [on Wednesday].” Despite the incident, staff still opened the shop on Wednesday morning but had no till for their transactions, leaving Michael to

resort to “pen and paper”. At the time of going to press, gardai had just announced that they had arrested a man in his early 20s in relation to a burglary at a retail premises in Stepaside. They reported that two males were observed leaving the scene in a silver car which had previously been reported stolen. At approximately 3:30am on Wednesday, gardai in Dun Laoghaire arrested a man in the St Patrick’s Crescent area of Dun Laoghaire, who was seen running from a silver car matching the description of the car involved. Following a search of the car, they discovered items believed to have been stolen during the course of the burglary. The man is currently being detained in Dun Laoghaire Garda Station under Section 4 of the

Criminal Justice Act 1994.

Fresh calls This latest incident has seen fresh calls to reopen Stepaside Garda Station increased, coming one year after neighbouring shop, Des Kennedy’s, was held up by armed robbers who threatened staff and robbed a sum of money. The report into reopening a number of stations is due to be released in May and it is highly expected that Stepaside will be included. Many locals credit Minister Shane Ross for potentially reopening the station as it was included in his conditions for the Programme for Government after he was elected to the Cabinet last year. Following the raid on Flemings, Deputy Josepha Madigan (FG)

said that the incident “underlines the urgent need” for Stepaside Garda Station to reopen. She said: “Mick Fleming and his business are integral parts of the Stepaside community, and it is very upsetting to see the damage done to the store. “Stepaside needs gardai stationed locally to protect the community and local businesses falling prey to burglary.” Michael echoed her views, adding: “I do believe the reason this happened is because we don’t have the [garda] station – definitely, 100%. “We need to get this announcement [on the reopening of stations] in May, and the station has to be reopened. This has to happen sooner rather than later. The people of Stepaside want this – just get it done.”

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Schools set for a chance to visit national children’s ambulance LOCAL schools around Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown

will have a chance to visit the national children’s ambulance – the Bumbleance – on May 19 as part of the Bookworms for Bumbleance event at the DLR LexIcon Library. Bumbleance is the children’s ambulance service that brings sick children to hospital in a safe and fun environment. Local children will learn about the work of Bumbleance along with a special talk from Little Island children’s writer/publisher Siobhan Parkinson and author Sarah Webb on the day. The event will take place from 11am to 12 noon and 12.30pm to 1.30pm on May 19 at the DLR LexIcon. For information email dlrlexiconlib@dlrcoco.ie

Woolapalooza Farm Festival returns to Airfield Estate TIME to follow the herd to Dundrum this May Bank

Holiday Weekend. Woolapalooza Farm Festival returns to Airfield Estate in Dundrum on April 30 and May 1, 2017. Woolapalooza is a farm and food adventure for all the family, just a stone’s throw from the urban sprawl. Thrilling sheepdog trials, sheep shearing, live music at the Estate Barn Dance, drop-in craft sessions, butchery and bakery demonstrations, Estate tours, sizzling BBQ, pop up cafe and so much more, Woolapalooza Farm Festival is a fantastic Bank Holiday choice for families and grown up friends alike. Visit www.airfield.ie for more information.

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Out and About

Laura Davies, Catherine Kenny, Linda Jones-Cowley and Marie Quinlan

Heroes hit the road to raise awareness A

ROUND 2,000 cyclists set off from North Street in Swords last weekend to participate in Cycle Against Suicide. The event takes place across two weeks as the cyclists pass through Belfast, Mayo, Galway, Limerick, Tipperary and Carlow to raise awareness for mental health. Cycle Against Suicide aims to promote mental health within schools, with events, projects, performances and motivational speakers due to visit 28 schools along the cycle route. The charity race was started by Jim Breen back in 2012 after an appearance on Secret Millionaire on RTE television. He witnessed first-hand the devastation left behind after a suicide and the Tsunami of Grief that washes over a family and community.

Al Porter at the start

Claire Keogh and Helen McClelland

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Paul Bonar and Stephen Hickey

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Glenda’s cream of the crop in the style stakes CASTLEKNOCK’S Glenda Gilson looked stunning as she attended the Peter Mark Vip Style Awards 2017 at The Marker Hotel, Dublin. The awards, hosted by Darren Kennedy, are undisputedly one of the high points of the Irish style calendar and included a long list of guests from some of the biggest names in Irish fashion. Huge congratulations to all of this year’s winners, with the top prize of Most Stylish Lady going to blogger and businesswoman Suzanne Jackson. Picture: Brian McEvoy

SHOCK | COUNCILLOR TOLD HUBBY HAD TO BE PRESENT FOR VISIT

Wife quizzed on marital status during sales call  AISLING KENNEDY DUNDRUM councillor Deirdre Donnelly (Ind) has slated Global Home Improvements, a home installation company, and accused them of “discriminating” against her after she was asked about her marital status as part of a sales call. Cllr Donnelly told the Gazette she contacted the company to get a quote for new windows and was met with questions such as “Are you Mrs or Ms Donnelly?” Cllr Donnelly explained: “I thought the guy on the phone was being polite by addressing me as Mrs Donnelly but I did think it was a bit formal in this day and age. Then he took my address and said there would be someone out on Friday evening at 7.30pm.” Cllr Donnelly said she thought

everything was organised until she was about to end the call. “He then asked me: ‘And will Mr Donnelly be there on Friday evening?’ I said I wasn’t sure as my husband was due to be out that night and that’s when he said: “Oh it needs both of you there.’ I asked why and told him

when her husband would be there. Cllr Donnelly decided to give up and instead ring a rival company. The company sent someone out the next day and no questions were asked about her marital status. Cllr Donnelly said she is

that all I needed was someone to come out, measure the place, give me the quote and I could pass it onto my husband. He then said to me: ‘No, we need his approval as well.’” Cllr Donnelly said the man tried to organise for someone to come out on a different day

unsure as to why the salesman from Global Home Improvements took this approach and speculated as to why it happened. “I’m not too sure if it was because I am a woman or if it’s a case that they wanted both of us there to do the sales pitch on the

day. I thought it was very poor service and it’s disgraceful in this day and age.” The Gazette contacted Global Windows for comment and spoke to managing director Barry Shevlin. Mr Shevlin explained that the salesman who spoke to Cllr Donnelly was “new to the role and in training”. He added: “The person in question over-stressed the point of having two people there. We like to have two people there because it’s just such a big family decision. “We do call out to an awful lot of people who do live on their own as well so it’s not imperative that we have two people there.” Mr Shevlin added that he will send out a letter of apology to Cllr Donnelly this week “to apologise for what happened”.

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Look no further to find the best UPVC windows HERE at C&S UPVC Windows, we’re proud to run a family-owned and local-run business for more than 37 years. The Lucan-based company was taken over by Lorraine Collins and her husband, Sean, more than 21 years ago, with Lorraine taking over from her father, John Collins. During this time, she has focused on the company offering the very best in replacement highquality UPVC A-rated windows and doors. We also specialise in high-quality composite doors using only the Apeer and Palladio range. Mo s t p e o p l e w h o would have purchased their houses more than

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Even better style at a new-look Des Kelly’s THEY’VE been around for a long time, but they’ve never looked this good! Get on down and have a look at Des Kelly Interiors’ fantastic, newlook store on the Long Mile Road. Wander around and be inspired by their new room settings, finishing touches, and their fantastic NEW BEDS, CARPETS AND FLOORING departments. Des Kelly Interiors have put a huge amount of effort into the buying and merchandising of their beds, carpets and wood flooring section, working closely with suppliers and looking at infashion colours and designs. All the very best brand names and thousands of different colours are there to choose from in carpets, laminate, and engineered floors, but at the same old quality prices you have come to expect from Des Kelly. Their sales advisors are welltrained to advise you with what-

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A clever, stylish, designer kitchen ideal for families CASH & Carry Kitchens has launched the Shaker Dakar Kitchen with much-loved Irish superchef Catherine Fulvio (right). In the process of collaborating, Catherine has developed a core list of kitchen design musthaves which she believes are essential to facilitate modern family life in any kitchen. Cash & Carry Kitchens

Shaker Dakar kitchen encapsulates the connection between how family life is lived in 2017 with design features to make the practicalities of a busy life function better.

It is a modern yet classic kitchen in a contemporary shade of soft grey; an ideal family kitchen to facilitate easy maintenance in a busy life. The Shaker Dakar is on display in all of Cash & Carry Kitchens’s nationwide showrooms, where you can feel the quality of the materials, and speak to an expert designer. Whether you have ideas you would like to discuss,

The Shaker Dakar Kitchen is more than a beautiful kitchen – it’s full of clever touches to help make it the heart of the home for all the family

or simply need inspiration for your new kitchen, just drop by or go online to book a free design appointment. Catherine’s Top-three design essentials to con-

sider when designing your kitchen space: 1. Recycling bins; integrating waste sorting into the design process will keep your kitchen looking attractive, tidy and is better

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Chaise one of these down for your home

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Argos - Heart of House Padstow fabric, duck egg chaise lounge €370  EMMA NOLAN

THERE’S something unbearably elegant about a chaise lounge. They evoke a sense of indulgence that’s hard to explain; an old Hollywood timeless sophistication combined with a lack of real necessity. When does one actually ever need a chaise lounge?

While they may not be the most practical piece of furniture, they are damned stylish and if you have the room for one, why not consider including one the next time you’re decorating? They’re fancy and never going out of style, so there’s nothing stopping you from taking that stylish step of adding a singular piece of signature furnishing.

Create your ideal outdoor space with Tobermore tiling OUTDOOR living has become an essential lifestyle requirement for the modern homeowner and this is the perfect time of year to give your garden, patio or driveway a little ‘TLC’! Let Tobermore lend a helping hand in creating your ideal outdoor space with their inspiring range of paving and walling products and design services. The benefits of an outdoor living space are endless. As well as enhancing the beauty, character, and of course, the value of your property, the creation of a landscaped outdoor space extends the size of your home in offering another living area for you and your family to unwind in over the glorious Spring/Summer months! It’s also ideal for entertaining and provides a safe play area for

children. Tobermore landscape designer and award-winning columnist Vanessa Drew offers some expert advice on crafting the outdoor space of your dreams: “With clever landscape design and the correct choice of products and colours, a paved patio or driveway can help create the outdoor space your home deserves. “Although we design a number of patios and driveways at Tobermore, we also believe that the incorporation of landscaping shouldn’t be limited to this – why not add linking paths and steps to connecting areas within your garden to create unique areas of interest?” Tobermore’s Paving and Walling Centre in Dublin is well worth a visit for some inspiration on getting started on your new and

improved outdoor space. Open from 9am to 5.30pm from Monday to Saturday, the centre offers the opportunity to view the beautiful product colour blends, textures, sizes and laying patterns available in real-life landscaped environments. Free samples are also available for you to take home. In addition, the company offer free design clinics which can be booked in advance at the centre, as well as exclusive call-out services which involve a detailed assessment of your project. Fees apply for the call-out services but are refundable on purchase of Tobermore products (terms and conditions apply). For further information, call 01 843 7440, or see the site at www.tobermore.ie.

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TV | GARDENING SERIES

Get ready for a Super way to battle into 2017’s Bloom WOULD-BE garden gods and goddesses will be glued to their RTE One screens for the new series of Super Garden, which has just started back on our screens. The 8.30pm Tuesday night episodes will see budding green-fingered garden designers compete to showcase their talents at Ireland’s premier garden festival, Bloom by Bord Bia, with each designer allocated a real garden to transform. Given a tight budget and just five weeks to meet the homeowner’s needs and build a Super Garden worthy of the prestigious Bloom spot, the series follows each designer from the initial concept and design stage, through the reality of the construction process to the all-important judging day. The decision of which Super Garden will be recreated to represent Woodies and Cuprinol at Bloom 2017 lies in the hands of the judges: Bloom show manager, Gary Graham; Bloom gold medallist and Woodies Garden Design ambassador Leonie Cornelius, and representing Cuprinol, garden design lecturer Monica Alverez. Will they wilt or thrive under the pressure? (The designers, that is, as the gardens will no doubt impress viewers throughout the series.) Tune in to RTE One on Tuesdays to find out.

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THERE’S a reason spring cleaning is a thing – to revitalise the home after a long winter. We can finally start to crack open some windows, let some light in and enjoy the longer days, and nothing re-energises your home like a total Spring update. Heaton’s spring-summer homewares collection contains some very reasonably priced pieces for an easy overhaul – perfect to renew your home’s energy for the year. Natural and botanical themes are at the fore-

front of this collection – the selection of wall canvases start from just €4, and sugar-coated wooden picture frames from €8. Mix and match textured throws like the Cream Basket Weave throw (€18) with some 70s-inspired Jacquard cushions from €10. Fine dining goes a deeper shade of blue with Heaton’s new crockery ranges (from €3). Vibrant coloured glass and mango wood serving boards like the Acacia Paddle Board €10 will create a fresh table setting for entertaining. In the kitchen, keep your cool with

a mint makeover! Combine pretty cream and green enamel storage canisters from €5 and clever Household tidy boxes €10 for a retro look. In the bedroom, calming greys and pinks bring peaceful vibes. Add soft furnishings with the Damask Rug at €46, a selection of scatter cushions in velvets (from €8) and a super soft flannel fleece (€12). Finally, finish the look with a modern, contemporary bedside lamp in gun metal grey (just €15), and shed even more light on with the large Capiz Pendant shade (€14).

Dubs taking part in the series include rathgar woman Ashling Harrison (top), and Anna Grainger and her son Oran, from Stillorgan

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Inspirational calm plants HARVEY NORMAN’S latest homeware collection is inspired by Botanical Gardens and Oriental Spring. Adding some house plants to a room is an easy and affordable way to create a calm haven at the heart of your home. As well as being aesthetically pleasing, house plants are actually good for your health. Apart from absorbing carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen in the home, house plants also help you to work better. Infact, being “under the influence of plants” can increase memory retention up to 20%, according to a University of Michigan study. So clear some corners and get some greenery in your home this Summer. The new SS17 collections is available in all Harvey Norman stores and online at www.harveynorman.ie.

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Interior designer Suzie McAdam

Head to the city centre for interiors advice that’ll help a good cause, too  EMMA NOLAN

THIS May, Walls To Workstations – providers of interiors for workplaces – are launching a new collection for the home called RESIDE. The pop-up interiors shop will open at the Fumbally Exchange on Dame Lane from May 4 to 6, where it will feature some of the world’s leading furniture brands including Fritz Hansen, with a spotlight on the brand’s all new Lune sofa, which was just unveiled at Milan Furniture Fair. As an iconic Danish design brand, Fritz Hansen are famous for their classic and contemporary pieces. The Lune sofa, by designer Jamie Hayon, is being stocked exclusively at this pop-up. In a quest to capture the “intersection of clean Nordic aesthetics and southern elegance”, Hayon has paired a playful design with Fritz Hanse’s

Designer Jamie Hayon’s Lune sofa, for the iconic Danish design brand, Fritz Hansen , will be on show at the pop-up in Dame Lane

renowned quality. The functional, modular system offers unlimited possibilities, from a straight two-seater to larger L-shapes, along with chaise longue options. Prices for the Lune sofa start at a twoseater from €3,500, three seater from €4,900 and L-shape from €5,600. As part of the pop-up, RESIDE will be hosting workshops from Irish interior designer, Suzie McAdam. Suzie’s workshops will focus on themes such as design trends and key looks for 2017, interior styling tips and tricks, choosing the perfect colour and understanding its impact on atmosphere and light, and how to expertly curate furniture in the home and the importance of good design. Tickets for the workshops are available from residebyw2w.eventbrite.ie for €10, with all proceeds going to the Jack & Jill Foundation.

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M50MOTORING The Dublin Gazette drives you through the motoring world on a tour of the latest models, technology and industry news

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The new Citroën C5 Aircross comes with SUV features including protective panels on the lower body and wheel arches are enhanced with the graphic contours of the Airbump inserts.

PRIUS PLUG-IN HYBRID WINS WORLD GREEN CAR AWARD

TOYOTA’S Prius Plugin Hybrid has won the World Green Car award for the second consecutive year. The car earned the World Green Car title from an initial entry list of 12 new vehicles from all over the world. In deciding the award tailpipe emissions, fuel consumption, and use of a major advanced power plant technology (beyond engine componentry), aimed specifically at increasing the vehicle’s environmental responsibility, were all taken into consideration. Vehicles in all award categories were selected and voted on by an international jury panel comprising 75 automotive journalists from 23 countries around the world, of which 13 are European countries. The Prius Plug-in Hybrid combines all the attributes of the new, full hybrid, fourth generation Prius with a classleading all-electric EV driving mode range of more than 50 km and achieves average fuel consumption of only 1.0 l/100 km and CO2 emissions of just 22 g/ km. Toyota’s new Prius Plug-in Hybrid also includes several new technologies such as an EV range-extending solar roof and a Battery Warming System.

Creature comforts CITROEN has unveiled its new generation C5 Aircross SUV as a ‘peopleminded’ SUV. This new model claims to benefit from the latest technologies that ensure easier driving and a modern approach to comfort including the new Citroen Advanced Comfort programme. This is claimed to be a revolutionary new suspension system with Progressive Hydraulic Cushions, which aims to deliver a uniquely smooth and comfortable ride that is typically

Citroen. New C5 Aircross will also be the first Citroen available with PHEV Plug-In Hybrid technology, developing 300bhp a combination of a 2.0litre petrol engine and two electric motors. The car is scheduled to be launched in Europe early in 2018. The new C5 Aircross stands apart with its unique appearance designed around a high bonnet line, a 2.73m long wheelbase and short overhangs. On the inside there is a wide and tall central console.

There are front heated seats with massage functions and rear seats with extra leg room. The atmosphere inside the car is purified using an air quality treatment system. The car is equipped with a 12.3inch digital instrument cluster and an eight-inch HD touchscreen. The new C5 Aircross also features a wireless inductive charging function for smartphones as well as an array of driving aids, including Active Safety Brake, Active Lane Departure Warn-

ing and Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop Function. The car also features Grip Control and Hill Assist Descent Control to help you enjoy an off-road adventure in safety. Citroen claims that the acoustic insulation of the car is excellent, thanks to laminated double glazed windows. An insulation layer helps to reduce road and wind noise and there has been particular emphasis placed on the sound insulation in the engine compartment.

Volvo Car Ireland offers up to €4,000 price support offer VOLVO Car Ireland has announced a series of competitive price contribution offers towards the purchase of a selected range of new Volvo cars. At the top of the range, Volvo is offering a €4,000 contribution towards the purchase of a new S90 or V90 car. The S60, V60 and V60 Cross Country are available with a €2,000 contribution. The Volvo V40 and V40 Cross Country come with a €1,000 contribution. The classic XC60 comes with a €1,850 contribution offer and for a limited time it also comes with a free style pack worth €2,000.

Volvo is offering new car buyers tempting contribution offers of up to €4,000 on some models

Patricia Greene, of Volvo Ireland says: “The premium car market has become very competitive and we believe these transparent contributions will put Volvo

in a very strong position when consumers are considering their options and making a new car purchase. The Volvo Car brand is built on award-winning Swedish design and engineering. With our most innovative Volvo range in terms of design, safety and technology and our recently announced incentives, there has never been a better time to visit a Volvo car dealership.” The S90 is the only car in its class with the semi-autonomous drive feature, Pilot Assist, as standard. The system gives gentle steering inputs to keep the car properly aligned within lane markings up to motor-

way speeds of around 130 km/h and no longer needs to follow another car. Pilot Assist is standard across Volvo’s 90s range and is another step towards full autonomous drive – a key innovation area for Volvo. For a limited time only the classic Volvo XC60 also is also being offered with a complimentary Style Pack worth €2,000. The Volvo contribution offers are available at participating Volvo dealers and are applicable to retail sales only on new cars registered between April 11and 31 June 2017.

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FASTNews Renault helps Pieta House THERE was good news for Pieta House recently thanks to Renault Ireland, which presented the national suicide and self-harm support centre’s chief executive with a new 171 Renault Megane Grand Coupe. Brian Higgins regularly travels all across the country to visit Pieta House’s centres, with the branded vehicle helping to draw attention to its services. Patrick Magee, country operations manager, Renault Ireland, said: “We hope that this new Renault Megane Grand Coupe will benefit the amazing work that Pieta House do.”

New E-Class set to be the Estate of the nation While Irish car buyers tend to shy away from the estate car options, the new MercedesBenz E220d estate is one car that can change that. This is a luxury and spacious estate car that delivers predictable economy as Michael Moroney found when it took the German brand load carrier for a recent test drive. Irish car buyers have not been estate car fans to the same extent as their German counterparts. Saloons and hatchbacks dominate the market while estate cars with their perception of being awkward or unwieldy to drive, are seen as a minority interest. The new generation Mercedes-Benz E-Class

estate can change that impression. Large luxury brand cars are often more likely to have estate car fans for a variety of good reasons. They combine a luxury car experience with some practical space features and modern designs have meant that there often just minuscule differences in vehicle

lengths between estates and saloons. Modern estate cars such as the E-Class estate are every bit as manoeuvrable as their saloon car counterparts. The E220d comparison shows that the estate car is just 10mm (less than half an inch) longer than the saloon model. This confirms just how the modern estate car design can be incorporated into a standard car body size while packing in more load space. The other manoeuvrability measure is the turning circle. With the E220d estate you’ll find that it measures up exactly the same as the saloon version, making the choice of a Mercedes-Benz E-Class estate an even more compelling one that some of the more expensive and less load spacious SUV’s. The new Mercedes-Benz E-Class credentials have been justly confirmed with its award as Ireland’s Car of the Year 2017. Just like the saloon version, this new E-Class estate answers all of questions when it comes to luxury and performance with an entry price reduction. Mercedes-Benz has blended in the styling to give this estate car an almost coupé type look. This means that you no longer feel that you’re driving a load carrier, just a big and luxurious car with lots of load capacity. In engine performance terms, this new 2.0-litre twin-turbo diesel can deliv-

The new Mercedes-Benz E220d estate is an impressive car in terms of comfort and technology while it also proves its value as a large and economical estate car. Entry prices start at €56,310.

Mercedes Benz E-Class 220d Estate

1500rpm on the engine. That alone will guarantee economy and keeping that economy can be SPECIFICATIONS automatically set using the Engine 2.0 litre car’s range of automatic Engine power 194hp technology devices. 0 – 100km/hr 7.7 seconds This new E-Class MerEconomy 23.8km/litre cedes-Benz is a car that’s (4.2/100km or 67mpg) now firmly on the pathFuel Tank Capacity 66 litres/12 litres A Blue way toward autonomous CO2 emissions 120g/km driving. The benefits can Road Tax Band A4 €200 be safer driving and great Main Service 20,000km/12 months economy, I found out. Euro NCAP Rating 5 Star 2016 This new optional MerWarranty 2 years cedes Benz Drive Pilot sysEntry Price €56,310 tem comes with automatic functions such as remote parking, road guidance, speed control, braking, acceleration, gear changing. It also has the ability to anticipate road hazards ahead and to take corrective action. The interior is spacious and comfortable, with er very impressive econo- off this figure during my good seat adjustment up my figures, being only very test drive which covered front. The large boot with marginally less economical 966km across a range of a capacity of 640 litres than its saloon car coun- driving conditions. (100 litres more than the terpart. That keeps the That’s still an impres- saloon version) extends to estate in CO2 tax band A4 sive economy level for 1,820 with the rear seats with a low annual motor such a big car. The reason folded. why it’s so economical is tax rate of just €200. This spacious estate The official economy a combination of its nine is competitively priced figure is rated at 23.8km/ speed automatic gearbox relative to the Audi A6, litre (4.2/100km or 67mpg) with the engine perfor- BMW 5 Series and Volvo and that’s on par with the mance. This car can cruise V90 competition and the saloon car version. I found at the top motorway speed basic deal still has a lot to that I was about 25% of 120km/hr at a low offer.

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FastSport CRICKET SIDE GRATEFUL FOR TITLE SPONSOR: THE Irish Women’s squad have been given a boost ahead of their tour of the UAE and South Africa with the news that Hanley Energy have been confirmed as team sponsor for the 2017 season. Hanley Energy’s support means the team will take on an England XI in three 50-over games next week ahead of their Quadrangular tournament involving South Africa, Zimbabwe and India next month. The news was welcomed by Irish Women team captain Laura Delany, who sees Hanley Energy as a lucky omen for the team, given past success. “They were our headline sponsor when we beat Bangladesh in the dramatic final of the T20 World Cup in Thailand,” said Delany. “Their ongoing investment in the Irish women’s team means we have been able to double our fixture list during the last two years. More fixtures against the best sides means more chances for us to grow and develop as players.”

HOCKEY: RATHFARNHAM CLUB MISS OUT ON NATIONAL TITLE ON GOAL DIFFERENCE

Rovers’ run comes three goals short of EYHL title

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THREE Rock Rovers hammered Instonians 9-1 at Grange Road in their final men’s EY Hockey League game of the season but the result proved not quite enough for them to overhaul Banbridge. It was their 11th successive win and saw the Rathfarnham club end the regular season level with Bann but they missed out on the title by three goals on goal difference. Indeed, it was a fraught final day of the season with anxious checks of smart phones throughout the game as Rovers sought to overhaul the long-time leaders. Three Rock were led out for the match by the club’s Rockets, Ireland’s first Parahockey team for people with special needs who will represent the country at August’s European Championships. From the outset, Rovers needed to outscore Bann by six goals and they got off to the perfect start with Mitch Darling scoring inside two minutes. Kevin Mullins forced home a second in the seventh minute and a Jody

Three Rock were joined by their Parahockey team, the Rockets, for their walk-out last Saturday. Picture: Adrian Boehm

Hosking strike followed seconds later - a brilliant reverse stick effort - to build a 3-0 lead with just eight minutes gone. Luke Madeley’s drag-flick accounted for the fourth goal before Conor Empey slammed in the fifth on the half-hour mark after the ball bounced fortuitously off umpire Robert Johnston. Another Madeley drag made it 6-0 at the break. All the while, goals were raining down at Banbridge, too, extending the Rov-

ers’ required goals which slowed up somewhat in the second half as they built a 3-0 lead against Railway Union Madeley completed his hat trick before Ross Canning coolly slotted home from close range for 8-0 by the end of the third quarter as Banbridge extended their lead to 5-1. At this stage, 10 goals was the target but the killer blow to Rovers’ title hopes arrived when William Robinson scored from

Inst’s only corner. Mullins grabbed a second goal with time running out but Rovers ended three goals short of Banbridge, 6-1 winners, who ultimately landed the title and a place in the Euro Hockey League next season. Rovers will now look to bounce back next Saturday in the Champions Trophy semifinal when they face reigning champions Lisnagarvey, looking to repeat their January 3-1 win in

the league. Win that and they could earn a place in the final and, also, a place in Europe into the bargain. Earlier in the day at Grange Road, there was heartache for Leinster league winners as they lost to Ulster Premier champions Cookstown as they missed out on a promotion shot due to a 1-0 defeat in their provincial playoff tie. Captain Mark Crooks scored the all-important goal with 21 minutes remaining for the Co Tyrone side. It was a just reward as they dominated large swathes of the match but could not find a way past Ross Murray who made a glut of brilliant saves. For the Whitechurch side, they could not get full purchase from their trio of corners while Jack Perdue had a gilt-edged chance to go 1-0 up in the second half as the ball popped up to him a metre from goal but he miscued and his shot somehow spun around the right post. The Co Tyrone side won the tie when Crooks pounced on a rebound off Murray; they had plenty of chances to double the score before Corinthian made them sweat down the final stretch but to no avail.

Tallaght Rockets defy odds to win Association Cup  BERNARD DUFF sport@dublingazette.com

The Tallaght Rockets side. Picture: Alana Cahill/iMyPhotography

THE TALLAGHT Rockets defied the odds to claim volleyball’s men’s Association Cup title last Saturday in Belfield on Saturday. The deicder brought together two clubs who had not been in contention for the Premier League. Garda VC finished fifth in the league while the Rockets ended two places below Garda to prop up the table with just two league wins all season. However, such form mattered little in the semi-finals played

three weeks ago in Naas. Garda beat Naas Eagles 3-0 and Tallaght Rockets upset UCD with a surprise 3-1 victory to take their place in the association’s show piece event of the season. Another surprise was on the cards in the final as Tallaght Rockets claimed victory. The match went the full five sets. Tallaght went one set down (2025) before Garda indiscipline gave them a lifeline in set two which Tallaght won 25-11. With powerful hitting delivered by player-coach Seweryn Furmansky and a series of blocks by

Luis Pereira, the Rockets began to believe. Despite Garda taking out the third set 25-19, the momentum was with Rockets. Wing man Israel Xavier made several killer spikes as the team fought back, playing with a quality not seen all season. Tallaght edged the fourth 25-22 and had too much energy in the last set, winning 15-9. Afterward Tallaght Rockets number two Fernando Calcada was not surprised with the victory when asked: “No, we have a really good bunch of players. “The problem is that we are a

small club and don’t have many players. Most struggled a little bit with availability hence we were bottom of the league. “But now, at the end of the season, we made it to the cup final, everybody finally showed up and we played the volleyball we know how. We came out with a pretty good win.” Earlier in the day, the ladies’ final was won by Galway VC, beating the home UCD team to claim the double after already winning the Premier League. They beat College in a tight encounter in three sets (25-21, 25-22, 25-22).

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Packed house in Ranelagh for Irish Squash Open

Tarf and Cork Con set up UBL final showdown Reigning champions sweep past the challenge of Munsters at Castle Avenue while Deasy’s last gasp kick sees off Lansdowne UBL DIVISION 1A SEMIS Clontarf 37 Young Munster 29  sport@dublingazette.com

 BERNARD DUFF sport@dublingazette.com

THE Gillenmarkets PSA Irish Squash Open 2017 concluded to a full house at the Fitzwilliam Lawn Tennis Club in Ranelagh last Saturday. The event, now in its eleventh year, featured both a ladies’ and a men’s tournament which shared prizemoney of $15,000. The squash started the previous Monday with two days of qualifiers before the first round proper on Wednesday. An international field participated which included nine currently in the top 50 globally ranked players. Irish Squash coach Ed Dunne was happy with the week’s events, saying: “The close proximity to England really helped get a very strong pool of players on board. “With a tournament in the west of Ireland just last week, it was a chance for the professionals to win money and ranking points over the fortnight”. Irish involvement didn’t last beyond the first round, however. Ireland ladies number one Hannah Craig lost to Egyptian Hana Ramadan (world number 48). The Irish teenager will have gained valuable experience against the Egyptian who actually had turned pro at just 14 years of age back in 2011 such is the prominence of squash in Egypt. Men’s number one Arthur Gaskin lost to eventual finalist in this year’s open, England’s Adrian Waller. The semi-finals on Thursday was one of the best days of squash and was also played to a full house. The top two ladies seeds, Millie Tomlinson (England) and Belgium’s Nele Gilis, both won through to the final. Gilis, pictured above in black, had come from two sets to one down against England’s Julianne Courtice in an epic tie, just shy of 100 minutes. Waller dismissed Egyptian Youssef Soliman in the first men’s semi. He would be joined in the final by another Englishman, the second seed Declan James. James beat another Egyptian, Mazen Gamal, over four sets. Both finals went the full five sets. In the ladies, fatigue wasn’t a problem for Gilis who deposed of the 2016 champion Tomlinson (2-11, 11-8, 7-11, 11-9, 11-4). In the men’s finals, James’s power and reach was too much for Waller (11-9, 6-11, 3-11, 11-5, 11-8).

DEFENDING Ulster Bank League Division 1A champions Clontarf continued their title retention bid as they proved too strong for Young Munster at Castle Avenue, winning 37-29. Clontarf ran in six tries, including a brace from former Leinster winger Mick McGrath, to claim an eight-point success and move within 80 minutes of their third Division 1A title in four years. The north Dubliners will face Cork Constitution in a repeat of last year’s final at the Aviva

Stadium on Sunday, May 7 after they eliminated Lansdowne 19-16. F o r Ta r f , i t t o o k McGrath just three minutes to get them up and running, breaking through a ruck to score under the posts in the third minute with David Joyce converting. T he Limerick side bounced back with teenage out-half Alan Tynan in inspirational form early on, cutting through for a brace of first half tries. The Tipperary starlet danced through the Tarf defence and converted his seventh minute try to bring the visitors level, before he sniped over for a second early in the second quarter.

Crucially, Andy Wood’s home side took advantage of a yellow card to score 10 points in the lead up to half-time, out-half Joyce landing a penalty and converting captain Ben Reilly’s late score after a terrific break from flanker Tony Ryan. A 17-12 interval deficit was suddenly 27-15 in the third quarter as Munsters, who had a 50th minute penalty from Tynan, dug deep to stay in contention. Either side of Tynan’s kick, McGrath burst through for his second try and centre Conor O’Brien also touched down in the corner. Bristol-bound hooker Jason Harris-Wright and current Leinster squad

members Mick Kearney and Bryan Byrne were part of a strong Clontarf pack, the latter coming in for the final half-an-hour along with Connacht’s Ivan Soroka. That strength in depth proved too much for Munsters to handle, Tarf replacement Rob McGrath duly joining his brother as a try scorer on the hour mark and scrum half Mark Sutton acrobatically diving over in the corner for the sixth try late on. A penalty try in the final play supplemented a 72nd-minute converted score from current Ireland Under-20 international Jack Lyons but it was not enough in the final run-in. Lansdowne 16 Cork Constitution 19

Mick McGrath on his way to one of his tries for Clontarf against Young Munster last Saturday at Castle Avenue. Picture: Deryck Vincent

At Lansdowne, the ice-cool Tomas Quinlan converted an 82nd minute penalty to guide Cork Constitution to a gripping 19-16 semi-final victory on the Aviva Stadium’s back pitch, setting up a rematch with Clontarf in the stadium proper in two weeks’ time. 2015 league champions Lansdowne were quietly confident of avenging two regular seasons losses to Cork Con, with Ireland Sevens internationals John O’Donnell, Mark Roche and Matthew D’Arcy joining talismanic number 10 Scott Deasy in the back-line. And young winger Mark O’Keefe’s 10thminute try, inspired by a

bullocking run from lock Stephen Gardiner, gave Mike Ruddock’s men the early impetus. Lansdowne were still leading by the interval but three Quinlan penalties after 18, 24 and 28 minutes had the Leesiders hot on their heels at just 10-9 down. Deasy had turned a 22ndminute scrum penalty into three points amid some intense exchanges between the forwards. It was end-to-end stuff in the second half, Con briefly seizing control thanks to winger Liam O’Connell’s well-taken 53rd-minute try before Deasy answered back from the tee two minutes later. Extra-time was in the offing when Deasy found the target with a 75th minute penalty to square things up at 16-all and Quinlan missed a subsequent drop goal attempt from 25 metres. Nonetheless, the hard graft of his forwards ensured that Quinlan had a one last shot at the posts and he delivered in nerveless fashion, taking his season’s haul to 180 points but few more precious than those last three. Brian Hickey’s Con squad, who retained the Munster Senior Cup in February, will make two return trips to the capital in the next fortnight in search of a potential All-Ireland double – they visit Old Belvedere for next Saturday’s Bateman Cup decider before battling it out with Clontarf.

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SOCCER: NUTGROVE CLUB PRODUCE WINS SERIES OF EUROPEAN SIDES

Wesley just short of rugby’s Holy Grail OLD Wesley’s AIL promotion hopes came to end when they were well beaten by a free flowing Garryowen side at Dooradoyle last weekend, going down 41-19. Both sides exchanged early penalty goals. Wesley then took a 6-3 lead with another penalty after a deliberate knock-on under the posts by Garryowen; which many felt should have warranted a yellow card. After 20 minutes, the hosts crossed for a simple try to take the lead for the first time in the match; a lead which Garryowen would not relinquish. They did have their chances as a five-metre line-out was met with sound defence while a line-out taken against the head saw Rory Stynes nearly get in for a try but he could not get the grounding. Tim Clifford slotted another penalty goal before half time to leave the score 10-9 to the hosts at the break. But three minutes into the second half, he missed an opportunity to regain the lead with another penalty goal attempt and then Garryowen crossed for a second try to put two scores between the sides for the first time. The Limerick men were now starting to stamp their authority on the match, constantly kicking for territory. As the hour mark approached, a third try by Garryowen under the posts was easily converted and gave them a 27-9 lead. And any lingering hopes were ended after a midfield interception that led to another converted try. Wesley now threw caution to the wind and with some fresh legs on had a minor purple patch. An intercept by Mathew Bursey followed by a yellow card for the Garryowen prop spurred them on. A Isaac Leota got over for a try out wide before David Poff to give a bit more respectability to the score line. But with the game now well in injury time and Wesley again on the attack a turnover and counter attack led to a breakaway try by Garryowen to put the game out of sight for Old Wesley. It ended an exciting season for Wesley but the lure of the top tier remains tantalisingly out of reach for this year.

Leicester Celtic’s Under-13 side at the Barcelona Cup last weekend

Leicester’s Barca brilliance  KARL GRAHAM sport@dublingazette.com

LEICESTER Celtic FC may have been competing in the Barcelona cup for the first time last weekend but it didn’t stop them returning home as champions. The Under-13 Premier side won two of their three group games to earn the right to play Caledonia Thistle in the quarterfinals. They ran out 3-0 winners in that game, before recording another 3-0 win over Steaua Bucharest Academy in the semi-finals. “A cup of this nature is very prestigious so for a

team from Rathfarnham to travel over there and beat the quality of opposition they did is a wonderful achievement, absolutely outstanding,” club chairman Paul Miley told GazetteSport. “Having said that, I wasn’t totally surprised because I know how good this side is and how well organised they are.” Celtic came up against fellow Irish side Kells Blackwater FC in the final and, after winning that 4-1, Miley admitted it added to the occasion that two Irish teams had come out on top. “It goes to show the quality of football that

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is here in Ireland at schoolboy level, and is very encouraging for the future.” The team considered playing in the tournament in the past but opted out as they didn’t want to send over a team that was not at a high enough level. “It is the first time we’ve played at it. “To be perfectly honest, we looked at it in recent years with other teams but we wanted to make sure we sent a team over that was going to do itself justice because we know it is a very good quality competition. “We encourage teams to go play abroad as much

as we can but we try to make sure that they are playing at a level that is appropriate,” said Miley. Winning a tournament of this calibre is no mean feat and Miley is now hoping that their success will provide a substantial boost to the club’s reputation around Europe. “Some people may well know of us because of our association with Swansea City but a lot who don’t know us will now be wondering who Leicester Celtic are. “A small club from Dublin may be the perception but they wouldn’t be aware of the quality we have. It really does

enhance our reputation at home and abroad.” When asked if Leicester Celtic would look into hosting a similar tournament themselves, Miley revealed that the club have already looked into it. “We’ve talked about it and it is certainly not going to happen in this calendar year but hopefully next year we will organise something, even on a smaller scale. “It is something we want to do and we have links with clubs in other countries already so we would be able to invite well-known clubs to participate.”

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SKILLS SUPERSTAR

Ni Chathasaigh wins Feile test of skills

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KILMACUD Crokes’ Roisin Ni Chathasaigh claimed first place at the Feile Skills competition held at Silver Park last week despite some inclement weather. With 166 points, she topped a field of 60 girls who took part in the skills test, edging out Naomh Peregrine’s Aoife Coppinger on 145 points and Good Counsel’s Jennifer Moore who ended up third overall.

Kilmacud Crokes on the attack against Erin’s Isle. Picture: Steven Dagg

Crokes still standing as Boden’s bid ends  sport@dublingazette.com

KILMACUD Crokes were the only local side to survive the first round Dublin senior football championship cull as they produced a facile 10-12 to 0-7 win over Erin’s Isle at O’Toole Park. Former Dublin star Mark Vaughan landed 3-4 while current Dublin senior Paul Mannion (3-2) and Dublin Under-21 Callum Pearson, with 3-0, did plenty of the damage for Crokes. Otherwise, it was a rough weekend for local clubs, particularly 2016 All-Ireland champions

Ballyboden St Enda’s who were undone 2-10 to 0-13 at Parnell Park by St Oliver Plunkett’s/Eoghan Ruadh. Bernard Brogan had a hand in both goals as Boden were kept scoreless for the concluding 23 minutes. Boden settled first with the opening four points of the game with Darragh Nelson, Donagh McCabe and Ryan Basquel on target. But Plunkett’s responded with a Leigh Herron goal after being set-up by Brogan, though they did trail 0-10 to 1-4 at halftime. Three minutes into the

Sherry or Hazel Donohue.

4, 5, 10 and 20. No winner; jackpot next

Congratulations to the U-14 camogie

week is €1,800; €100 Mary Walker, €50

team on an outstanding display, reach-

Josie O’Brien and Sheila Gillick.

ing the Feile final this weekend only to

Bingo continues every Monday at 8pm.

lose out to a well drilled St Vincent’s

Parent s/volunteer s urgently

team.

required to assist at our annual May

The senior footballers narrowly lost

Festival. Contact Pat Meagan, Maurice

to St Maur’s in the Parnell Park on Sat-

O’Connell, Keith O’Meara, Catherine

urday after a fantastic performance.

NAOMH OLAF

FOOTBALL: BALLINTEER, BODEN AND OLAF’S ALL BOW OUT

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second half Plunkett’s, for whom former Kerry star Paul Galvin made his Dublin club championship debut, were awarded a penalty which Gareth “Nesty” Smith put away. They duly finished stronger to progress and drop Boden into the B championship. Ballinteer St John’s were beaten 1-15 to 0-13 by St Maur’s, also at Parnell Park. They led 0-12 to 0-9 after 40 minutes after playing some very enterprising football. H o w e v e r, l e d b y Chris Carthy and Conor McGuire in attack, Maur’s were much the better in the final quarter with

McGuire’s stunning finish for his goal central to their victory. Ballinteer had their chances too but found Mark Butterly in inspired form in the Maur’s goal for whom Alan Byrne impressed throughout. At Margaret’s, a late Andrew Baxter goal and points from Conor McHugh, Karl O’Connor and the influential Joey Boland saw Na Fianna defy a battling Naomh Olaf 2-14 to 0-11. Na Fianna led 1-6 to 0-6 at the break but Olaf’s dominated phases of the second half before the Division One side eventually pulled away.

CONGRATULATIONS to the minor hurlers

in hosting a group of the camogie Feile at

and the U-16 camogie team who had good

the weekend also.

wins at the weekend.

Last week saw good wins for the

Hard luck to the senior footballers,

senior Ladies footballers who defeated

beaten by Na Fianna in the Dublin senior

Whitehall Colmcille 2-14 to 1-8 in the

football championship.

league and for the senior camogie team

Well done to the U-14 camogie mentors

who beat Raheny. Next Saturday sees

and all their helpers for their great work

the senior hurling team take on Parnells.

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Dublin co-captain Cillian O’Shea was in Croke Park to promote the EirGrid GAA football Under-21 All-Ireland final. Picture: Iain White/Fennell Photography

O’Shea’s U-21 farewell Crokes star and Dubs co-captain is hoping that the fall-out from the Dublin SFC will not dent their hopes of winning the last ever U-21 title

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sport@dublingazette.com

DUBLIN Under-21 co-captain Cillian O’Shea is looking to put the furore of past weeks behind him as he the Dubs look forward to the last ever EirGrid Under-21 All-Ireland football final against Galway in Tullamore this weekend. The Kilmacud Crokes man, who captains the team alongside Con O’Callaghan, is enjoying his third year with the squad but it will be his last as the competition switches to an Under-20 structure from next year. Galway are somewhat of an unknown quantity, with full-back O’Shea and his teammates having no experience of playing them before.

“I don’t think any of the group have any experience of Galway so it will be interesting,” O’Shea said while speaking at the launch of the final. “From what I’ve seen, they play very good football and they are a very talented side so it will be a big challenge.” Galway reached the final after victory over Kerry in the semi-finals, something of a shock considering Kerry were many people’s overall favourites. “Kerry were hugely fancied and anybody I know who knows anything about football had them talked up to the sky so very impressive from Galway. It was a serious performance, particularly the opening 15 minutes,” said O’Shea. For Dublin, all the talk last week was the deci-

sion of some players not to make themselves available – at the behest of Under-21 boss Dessie Farrell – for their club’s opening fixtures in the senior football championship. O’Shea denied that there was a player boycott, as reported in some quarters, and was on the bench for Kilmacud’s annihilation of Erin’s Isle. “We put in a request for the games involving the Under-21 players to be deferred and the clubs fully supported that decision. “The clubs were writing in but that request wasn’t granted so the decision then on Tuesday night at the meeting was that we were going to make ourselves available. Individual cases were all different based on who was playing who.”

While O’Shea may not have been needed by his team, his fellow Under-21 teammate Shane Clayton was and unfortunately picked up an injury while playing for Ballyboden St Enda’s against Plunkett’s. It may well rule him out of the final on Saturday. “He was coming back from a hamstring injury and it looks as if he might have done a bit more damage on it. That’s disappointing. He would be a big loss. We’ll wait and see before we fully rule him out but it’s disappointing for him, definitely,” said O’Shea. When asked if the chance to be the last team to win an All-Ireland at Under-21 added extra incentive to game against Galway, O’Shea said simply: “It would be special.”