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‘Government is passing the buck on Ryan’ SYLVIA POWNALL A BALBRIGGAN mother fighting to find a school place in September for her autistic son has accused the Government of “passing the buck”.

Linda Byrne says she fears her

five-year-old Ryan will have to be tutored at home – because the nearest school that will take him is 28km away in Artane.

Ryan currently attends preschool at an Autistic Spectrum Disorders (ASD) unit at Skerries Educate Together, with six

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other children.

But the school does not have an ASD unit for primary level students and Linda and several other parents have been left in limbo for the coming school year.

She told Dublin Gazette: “If

Ryan didn’t have autism he would have a school to go to in September, that is the reality of it. We need a long-term solution and the law needs to change – the Government are passing the buck.”

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HEARTACHE

PORTRANE mum Grainne Hannigan has been forced to abandon her home at Wit’s End as sea erosion has seen a dangerous building notice served, with the family advised to move out for their own safety. SEE PAGE 2

Pals put on play to help honour late teen, Milo TALENTED teen Milo Smith was honoured recently by his friends with a play based on his writings. The popular teen lost his fight against cancer, but his friends, classmates and teachers paid tribute to his abilities and outlook with a production, North

by Northside. SEE PAGE 5

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PORTRANE: DANGEROUS BUILDING NOTICE SERVED

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Read Your Mind Heartache as family Let help mental health forced to flee home as sea continues its dangerous march A FAMILY whose home is in danger of being swept into the sea last week vacated the Portrane property on the advice of Fingal County Council.

Grainne Hannigan (50) was served a dangerous building notice and advised to leave the house at Healy’s Lane, the Burrow for her own safety.

The local authority offered emergency accommodation but Grainne, along with her daughter and granddaughter, have moved into a room at her father’s house.

Preparing to leave on Friday, she told Dublin Gazette: “I am packing up my family home of 18 years. My father has a fourbedroom home, three of which are occupied.

“Myself, my daughter and my granddaughter will

FINGAL County Council and Jigsaw, the mental health service for children, has launched the Read Your Mind catalogue of 113 recommended self-help books that cover essential mental health topics in Blanchardstown Library.

The catalogue recommends books that cover a broad range of essential mental health topics that impact young people such as anger, anxiety, bullying, autism and the effects of social media.

The Read Your Mind catalogue is designed to assist young people who are affected by mental health issues in finding the right resources and support.

The catalogue is available from all Fingal Libraries, Jigsaw Dublin 15 and Jigsaw North Fingal as well as secondary schools, primary health care providers and local youth and community groups.

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have to share a bedroom until something more permanent is sorted out.

“I will meet with the council’s housing department to discuss my situation. There is no national directive apparently for situations like this – I am the test case.”

Just weeks ago Grainne told of her fear as Storm Emma battered the family home and tore away 12ft of bank in front of the house.

Further erosion will expose the foundations and the structure is likely to topple into the sea.

Earlier this month,

How we reported recently on Grainne’s plight as the sea advanced to within mere inches of her home

councillors unanimously passed an emergency motion calling for urgent mitigation measures to save homes under threat at the Burrow.

There is no national fund or assistance for homes threatened by the advance of the sea, and after years of feasibility studies neither the council or OPW can offer a solution to the problem.

Cllr Tom O’Leary (FG) said: “It’s not satisfactory that this has been ongoing for six years. I am very frustrated by the slow progress in arriving at a solution.

“It is a source of great worry to at least 13 homes

in the Burrow close to the sea. If the tide breaches the sea barrier on the beach, it means up to 1,000 people will be stranded in their homes, cut off by the sea.

“This is getting very serious. My heart goes out to the family.”

Fingal County Council confirmed the property at Wit’s End, Healy’s Lane had been deemed a dangerous structure “in accordance with legislation”.

It said its housing support team was in contact with the family, adding: “The structure will continue to be monitored and assessed to inform any follow up action that may be required.”

AN TAOISEACH Leo Varadkar has welcomed plans

by Guidewire to add 100 new jobs to its Irish base at Blanchardstown Corporate Park.

He said: “These 100 extra jobs will mean there are more than 400 people working at Guidewire’s Irish base in Blanchardstown.

The company has grown rapidly since it was set up

in 2011, and the Blanchardstown base provides software support to customers across Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

“I’m delighted that Blanchardstown has played such an important role in the company’s development. I also congratulate them on the promotion of two staff in its Irish office to senior positions.”

Epic Fenian tale to bring mythology to life in D15 A GALWAY theatre company will bring their biggest production, to date, to Draiocht theatre in Blanchardstown on April 17 and 18.

Fibin, an Irish language company, will perform Toraiocht – a new version of the epic tale from the Fenian cycle of Irish mythology, The pursuit of Diarmuid and Grainne.

There will be a matinee schools performance and the play is suitable for ages 12 upwards.

A pre-engagement pack will be sent out to all schools who book tickets to enhance their enjoyment and experience of the play. Theatre devices, lighting design and set design will be some of the topics discussed within this pack.

Tickets are now available from all venues. See www.fibin. com for booking details.

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Avoid a ‘passport panic’ and check yours is valid, says TD RACHEL D’ARCY

PEOPLE planning on travelling abroad have been urged to check that their passports are in date before going away.

Fingal Dublin TD Darragh O’Brien (FF) has advised those planning on leaving the country to allow sufficient time to renew their passports if they have expired.

The comments were made over concerns that applications submitted through the An Post Passport Express Service are not being processed within 15 days, which is the target turnaround for the service.

Deputy O’Brien said: “We are entering the holi-

Darragh O’Brien (FF) – warning to make sure your passport is valid if you’re planning a holiday

day season and I am urging all those intending on travelling abroad to check that their passports are in date and to allow sufficient time if they require their passport to be renewed.

“I specifically raised the issue of resources with regard to the passport service with the Minister for

Foreign Affairs and Trade Simon Coveney at a recent meeting of the Foreign Affairs and Trade Committee.

“This is something which I have consistently raised with the Minister and have highlighted that additional resources are needed to ensure passport

processing times are met.

“The current service is under-resourced and unable to keep up with demand.”

People are said to be waiting over 20 days for a renewal, and 25 days when applying for a new passport. A backlog is said to have been created due

to three lost days during Storm Emma.

People are being asked to renew their passport through the Online Passport Renewal Service at https://passportonline. dfa.ie, though this method of renewal is only available to adults and passport cards.

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SKERRIES: SPECIAL NS SITE IDENTIFIED

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for action St Michael’s Call to do more to tackle rents House to get a new school SYLVIA POWNALL

A SITE has finally been identified for a new school building for St Michael’s House Special NS in Skerries – after a decade of delays and a catalogue of broken promises.

Education Minister Richard Bruton confirmed earlier this week that the project would soon be cleared to move to planning phase after a suitable site was earmarked.

Fingal County Council has started negotiations with the landowner and once acquired the land will be handed over to the Department of Education.

The school, which was established in 1982, currently has an enrolment of 32 students but it’s expected that this will have the capacity to rise to 80 once the new build is ready.

Ac c o r d i n g t o t h e Department of Education, a green-field site in Sker-

ries has been included in its six-year capital programme.

The new school building will include 14 classrooms with the potential to expand to 16 rooms, to include classes for pupils with learning difficulties, autistic spectrum disorder, multiple disabilities and severe/profound disabilities.

Local Fine Gael Cllr Tom O’Leary said: “This is a great day for the parents, dedicated staff and the special students in St Michael’s House.

“They can look forward now with certainty to a new school and participate in the planning and design of their new school.”

The Department of Education initially focused its efforts on acquiring land near the school’s current location at Hacketstown but this proved unsuccessful.

A site at Kelly’s Bay was

ruled out in 2009 because of its proximity to a treatment plant – although a new Educate Together school was eventually built on that same site.

The project was stalled for a time but officials say they are now close to a deal on site acquisition once a number of “technical queries” are clarified The department stated it was aware “of the limitations of the current temporary accommodation and every effort is being made to progress the permanent accommodation of the school as quickly as possible”.

Senator James Reilly (FG) said he was delighted that the project was being advanced “at long last”.

He told Dublin Gazette: “The site acquisition will make this project a reality.

I expect that places will expand to meet demand for their special needs service in the local catchment area.”

BALBRIGGAN Cllr Malachy Quinn has called on the Minister for Housing to take real action to improve the lot of those living in private rental accommodation.

He was speaking after the release of statistics by the Residential Tenancies Board which revealed an average rent of €1,511 in north Fingal towns, up from €1,436.

Cllr Quinn said: “This increase is having a knock-on effect on families trying to absorb these rises as not to find themselves going into homelessness.

“These figures prove that the rent pressure zones are not working, and serious efforts to control rent are required by the Government.”

Calling for regulation of the private rental sector he added: “Rents in Balbriggan continue to rise and in the last couple of years countless families have contacted my clinics, who’ve been left out in the cold because they cannot afford to pay the increases in rent.

“We need more affordable housing.

We need more social housing, and we need further measures to control and manage rent.”

PLIGHT

Howth landings valued at €11.3m in 2017 – report Autistic THE value of landings at Howth were the highest along the east coast in 2017, at €11.3 million, a seafood report shows.

The total catch represents a volume of 4,200 tonnes, with a 24% growth in mussel and oyster farming.

The industry is a significant employer with 1,941 people living in Dublin and Louth coastal communities dependent on the seafood sector for their livelihood.

Dublin Bay Prawns continued to be a top valued export with €40 million worth of prawns exported abroad.

Seafood processing also experienced significant growth last year according to the Business of Seafood 2017 report was published by Bord Iascaigh Mhara (BIM).

Jim O’Toole, chief executive of BIM said: ‘Ireland’s seafood industry is thriving, with Howth Harbour playing a vital role in this success.”

In terms of trade, the EU remains Ireland’s main export market, valued at €392 million (up 9%).

On the domestic market, Irish appetites for seafood continued to grow with a 4% cent increase in seafood consumed in Ireland, now valued at €429 million.

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‘Ah, it’s yourself-ie...’ Tesco’s boss calls to Malahide store ANDREW Yaxley, Tesco Ireland’s chief executive, was delighted to pose for a selfie at the new Tesco Express outlet in the heart of Malahide. Posing for a friendly photo with the store’s manager, Pamela Maxwell, Andrew sang the praises of the new outlet at The Green, singling out the 24 jobs that the outlet brings to the area. He said: “We are delighted to be able to create 24 new permanent positions at our new Tesco store in Malahide, which is a great boost for the local community. The Malahide Express team will offer customers an extensive range of the best Irish produce, most of which has been sourced locally in North County Dublin.” Picture: Maxwell Photography

son will have to go to Artane for school

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Linda said she is now considering legal action along with several other families in the same situation, adding: “But honestly, I shouldn’t have to force my boy on anyone.

“I’m dreading July when I have to tell Ryan (above) that he won’t be going back to his school and he won’t be able to see his friends.

“He will be devastated that he has to leave. There are no schools at all nearby that he can go to. The closest that will take him is in Artane.

“He’d have to get up at six every morning to get there. Ryan gets anxious when he travels; I can’t make him do that.”

Skerries ETNS principal Tomas Hickey said earlier this week that he had “every sympathy” for parents’ plight.

He said the board of Skerries ETNS “is intent on exploring the establishment of an ASD resource in the future” but it requires a purpose-built facility, proper training and planning.

The Department of Education said it was aware of the “emerging need” in north Dublin and where there was no placement it would consider applications under the Home Tuition Grant Scheme.

But Linda said this is no help, adding: “Finding a tutor for Ryan’s needs will be like trying to find a needle in a haystack. If he moves to home schooling, he’ll regress.

“I have grant money to buy a uniform but I’ve no school to buy a uniform for. I’m disgusted by how hard I have to fight for Ryan. It’s heartbreaking.”

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CASTLEKNOCK: LATE TEEN HONOURED BY SCHOOL FRIENDS LOOKING TO CELEBRATE HIS LIFE

A play for Milo to honour his legacy and courage SYLVIA POWNALL

TEACHERS, friends and classmates of Milo Smith gathered at Castleknock College last week to perform a play based on his writings.

The talented teenager with ambitions of a career in theatre died of cancer just weeks after winning the Gold Medal in English at the school in 2016.

Milo never got to see his ideas brought to life. He died at 5pm on Friday, June 24 – just as the last Leaving Cert papers were completed.

However, those who knew and loved him put together a production entitled North by Northside based on his witty writings as a tribute to Milo.

They first held a special performance for his family and friends with a second performance on Wednesday and the money raised will go to Don Bosco Care,

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This project is a tip of the hat to the ideas Milo had, and perhaps to the actor and writer that he would develop into

a charity chosen by his parents.

Teacher Cormac MacGabhann said: “This project is a homage to Milo and the time we spent together. It’s a homage to who he was, and it is a tip of the hat to the ideas he had, to the actor and writer he was, and perhaps to the actor and writer that he would develop into.”

Milo was always to the fore when it came to musical and dramatic productions at the school and he harboured

Tree-mendous work by kids caring for the environment A 75-STRONG group of volunteers gathered in Charnwood Estate, Clonsilla at the weekend for some spring planting organised by the Save Clonsilla’s Roots campaign. The organisation formed by local residents aims to retain, maintain and incorporate the flora and fauna of the area which has seen unprecedented development. More than 120 saplings were planted, with each planter naming their own sapling – taking ownership and pride in its growth. A spokesperson said: “Save Clonsilla’s Roots believes that initiatives such as this not only enhance an estate but encourage the wider community to itself retain, maintain and incorporate [such greenery] into the future.”

ambitions of acting as a career.

A group of his classmates, friends and teachers began meeting on a weekly basis at the start of the school year to discuss a fitting tribute to him.

Mr MacGabhann said: “From what I could see, Milo dealt with his illness with stoicism. He was preparing plans for when he would leave St James’s.

“He was going to do a barista course, having accepted that he would have to defer his course in Trinity. He was not defeatist.”

Friends welcomed an opportunity to do something special in memory of Milo and the poignant performances were followed by plenty of tears, laughter and reminiscence.

Mr MacGabhann said: “Milo was ambitious and creative and unerringly positive. The play represents part of that jour- The late Milo Smith, whose friends, classmates and teachers paid tribute to with a play based on his writings ney that he was not allowed to take.”

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GALLERIES

Boosting physical activity in a fun way T

he National Sports Campus Blanchardstown recently hosted the Athletics for Schools Event where 300 children from schools around Dublin took part in athletics competitions with the aim of increasing physical activity among schoolchildren.

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BLANCHARDSTOWN: ACTION AFTER MAY 2017 FIRE

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New air traffic control tower to soar above Dublin skyline THE Irish Aviation Authority (IAA) has started the construction of an 86.9m air traffic control tower at Dublin Airport.

The tower, which it says is required to facilitate parallel dual runway operations by 2021,

Verdemont blaze prompts remedial works a year later Fire ripping through the apartment complex last year. Picture: YouTube

SYLVIA POWNALL

REMEDIAL works are to be carried out at an apartment complex in Blanchardstown to ensure the buildings comply with fire safety regulations.

Several residents of the Verdemont development off Snugborough Road were left temporarily homeless last year when a serious blaze caused extensive damage.

Owners and tenants were shocked and concerned at the speed with which the fire spread through the six apartment blocks, causing damage to 22 units.

An emergency general meeting last week

heard that concerns arose regarding the standard of repairs carried out to the Green Briar block following the blaze.

As a result the owners directed investigation of other blocks within the complex where similar issues were identified.

A full assessment is now being undertaken to establish the extent of the problem and the remedial work needed to ensure the complex complies with regulations.

A spokesman for Verdemont residents told Dublin Gazette: “We are committed to ensuring our properties comply with building regulations relating to fire containment.

“When the concerns arose we immediately commissioned experts to carry out a review of the buildings. “ T h e y h av e c o n firmed that the buildings checked failed to meet the requirements of Part B of the building regulations which relate to the compartmentalisation of individual apartments to prevent a fire spreading quickly.”

Owners have employed fire wardens to be on site 24 hours a day until the full cost of the works needed at the 274-unit complex has been established.

All fire hydrants, fire exits and access areas have been checked to

make sure they meet regulations and residents have been briefed on fire safety.

A statement from the owners said they “await the results of the assessment” and are “exploring all options available to raise funds to carry out this essential work”.

After the fire last May, Fingal County Council revealed that the complex was “self-certified” as compliant with fire regulations as per the Building Control Act. An Taoiseach Leo Varadkar, who was Minister for Social Protection at the time, said: “This was a shocking fire which has seriously disrupted the lives of many people.”

will be one of the tallest structures in Ireland.

The new facility will be fully equipped for single-runway operation during the first half of 2020, the IAA says, and will be ready to facilitate parallel runway operations by 2021

when the second strip is due to open at Dublin Airport.

The tower has been designed by Scott Tallon Walker, including Arup and Linesight, in association with IAA experts.

BAM Ireland is the main contractor.

Fire crews warn ‘lives at risk’ from outdated equipment DUBLIN Fire Brigade has warned that “lives will be lost” if outdated equipment is not replaced as a matter of urgency.

Speaking in the wake of the blaze at the 16-storey Metro Hotel in Ballymun, SIPTU reps called for an immediate risk assessment of fire-fighting stock.

DFB rep Shane McGill warned the two turntable ladders available to the brigade were not of an adequate height if a rescue did have to be attempted.

He said: “If we had to rescue people

from windows or balconies, we wouldn’t have been able to reach them. We haven’t had investment in DFB ladders since 2006.

“If there’s a fire ladder needed in Blanchardstown or Tallaght at 6pm in the height of traffic, there will be lives lost.”

Unions, who have sought a meeting with Minister Eoghan Murphy, want 42m ladders purchased and a better distribution of turntable ladders, which are currently based at Tara Street, around the county.

Jumping for joy to be at parade

New bus route to link with Naas A NEW bus route operating between Blanchardstown and Naas came into service last week.

The 139 connects Blanchardstown IT, Ongar, Leixlip, Maynooth, Rathcoffey, Clane, Sallins and Naas, including Naas Hospital.

There are nine services each way, seven days a week, with first departures at 7.15am and the last at 10.35pm.

The 139 is a National Transport

Authority initiative and will be run as a public service obligation by JJ Kavanagh & Sons under the Transport For Ireland brand.

NTA chief executive Anne Graham said: “Moving along this corridor between these centres will now be easier than ever.

“The 139 offers a convenient way for students in Blanchardstown IT and NUI Maynooth to get to campus.

“It also offers a public transport alternative for shoppers in places like Leixlip who want to go to Blanchardstown Shopping Centre, where it interconnects with more than a dozen Dublin Bus services.”

A full trip on the new service – which also serves Intel and other major employers - cost €6.50 in cash or €5 on a Leap card. Maynooth to Blanchardstown will cost €3.30 cash or €2.60 on Leap.

The students from the Cecilian Theatre Arts School in Castleknock were successful in heading the pageant section in the national St Patricks Festival in town under City Fusion. They entertained over 500,000 who took to the streets of Dublin from all over the world, with another 500,000 watching the live broadcast from RTE.

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METROLINK: VISUAL APPEARANCE, POSSIBLE IMPACT ON PLAYING PITCHES HIGHLIGHTED

Light-rail plan welcomed, but concerns over impact SYLVIA POWNALL

A METROLINK public information session was held in Swords on Tuesday where concerns were raised about the visual impact of an overground rail system.

The project – revised to reduce costs – will replace some of the LUAS line on the southside before going underground from Portobello to beyond the airport at Boriomhe.

However, from here to the Swords terminus north of the Lissenhall roundabout, the lightrail network will remain above ground on stilts.

Cllr Darragh Butler, a long-time advocate of the light-rail system, told Dublin Gazette: “Real progress has been made but work still needs to be done.

“Points still need to be clarified and fought for, especially around Swords where the plan has not

yet been finalised.”

The Fianna Fail public rep said he was hopeful of a 2027 delivery date for the “much-needed” light-rail line from Swords to the city centre via Dublin Airport, DCU and the Mater Hospital in 25 minutes.

But he warned: “An area of concern is underground versus overground. I am not a big fan of the above ground/ stilts element, and I will be arguing that it contin-

ues underground when it gets to Swords.

“A metro on stilts will not look great for Swords, going above the R132 and the roundabouts. To me, if underground is good enough for the rest of the route, then it is good enough for Swords.

“We should not simply have above ground because it is the cheaper option.”

Cllr Butler also raised concern over whether the route would impact the playing pitches at Balheary and questioned whether a 3,000-space park-and-ride was sufficient.

He said: “You can come off the M1 from Balbriggan, Dundalk or Drogheda, easily park your car here and jump on a Metro into the city centre in 25 minutes. For me, the bigger they make this parkand-ride the better.”

Public Information sessions Me a nw h i l e, Fi n ga l County Council has welcomed the series of public information sessions which run from 2pm to 8pm today (Thursday) at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Santry; Wednesday, April 4 at council offices in Wood Quay, and Monday, April 9 at The Helix.

The €3 billion electric rail service will carry an estimated 50 million passengers a year and the National Transport Authority has conceded its “emerging preferred route” is open to change.

There will be a total of 25 stations (including 15 new Metro stations), 3,000 additional parkand-ride spaces, and 30 new trains.

Sinn Fein TD Louise O’Reilly said the Government needed to look at “fast-tracking” delivery of the new service in light of population projections and the fact that

“the M1 and M50 resemble large car parks during peak hours”.

Senator James Reilly (FG) said: “I am particularly happy to see stops in Lissenhall with a park-and-ride facility.

This will be serviced by shuttle buses linking the growing population of Skerries, Rush, Lusk and Donabate.”

Welcoming news of the light-rail system (above), Cllr Darragh Butler (FF) warned, however: “A metro on stilts will not look great for Swords, going above the R132 and the roundabouts”

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COURTS: CASES OF PHYSICAL DESTRUCTION, HARASSMENT END UP BEFORE THE BENCH

Teen caused €52k worth of damage at Oberstown facility

A 16-YEAR-OLD boy caused more than €50,000 in damage to Oberstown Children detention campus during four separate stand-offs with staff, a Dublin court has heard.

Dublin Circuit Criminal Court was told that on one occasions Michael Ward, now 18, set fire to a room in the detention centre.

He pleaded guilty to four counts of criminal damage to the centre in Lusk on January 3, February 26, September 8 and October 31, 2016. Two further counts of assault and theft were taken into account.

During the four incidents Ward, with an address at Gleann Riada, Strokestown Road, Co Longford, caused damage to furniture, security doors and windows, a CCTV camera and electrical equipment.

Garda Eoin McDonnell said that in the first incident Ward was in a multi-purpose room with another

The entrance to Oberstown Children detention campus

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The court heard that Ward had a “very, very difficult” childhood.

Both of his parents were drug addicts.

young person when he became aggressive.

Staff left the room in fear for their safety. Over the next three hours, Ward caused more than €4,300 in damage to the room, including furniture, doors and electrical equipment.

In the second incident Ward and two other people started a fire in a multi-purpose room during a

four-hour stand-off ended by gardai. A CCTV camera and furniture were damaged in that incident, at a cost of €9,190.

In the third incident Ward threw a laptop at a teacher before engaging in a stand-off by himself for three-and-a-half hours, causing an estimated €14,000 worth of damage.

In the final incident, Ward and a co-accused locked themselves in the gym, armed themselves with a metal bar and weights and engaged in a stand-off with staff for four hours.

Ward repeatedly punched one staff member who attempted to intervene, the court heard. Over €24,500 in damage resulted during that incident.

All of the incidents were captured on CCTV. The total damage came to €52,226.

Defence barrister, Dean Kelly BL, told the court Ward was origi-

nally from the Tallaght area of Dublin and had a “very, very difficult” childhood. Both of his parents were drug addicts and had had little to do with him throughout his life. He was mostly cared for by his grandmother.

He was released from Oberstown last January but was placed in custody in Cloverhill Prison a short time later after he allegedly took a car without authorisation.

He was not working nor in receipt of social welfare during the short time he was released, the court heard.

Judge Patricia Ryan adjourned the matter to allow for an updated probation report. “I know it’s tough coming out of Oberstown after two years,” she said, noting Ward had only recently turned 18.

“But it’s very much up to himself what happens now.”

Ward will be sentenced later on Friday, May 11.

Man deported from the Netherlands is jailed here for driving, drugs offences A MAN who was recently deported from the Netherlands after serving two years in a Dutch prison for robbery has been jailed for six years here for a string of driving and drugs offences.

Dublin Circuit Criminal

Court heard that Joseph Kiernan, 34, with an address at Cardy Rock Close, Balbriggan, had received a partially suspended three-year sentence for robbery in the Netherlands after just eight months living there.

Kiernan, pleaded guilty to unlawful use of a stolen Ford Mondeo car and possessing €648 of cannabis near Dublin Airport on November 17, 2014.

He also admitted dangerous driving in a stolen BMW in Meath on January

3, 2015, as well as possessing €3,566 of cannabis at a flat in Gardiner Street on May 8, 2015.

The court heard Kiernan, who has 55 previous convictions, was on bail for the first unlawful use and cannabis charge

when he committed the last two offences.

Counsel said Kiernan, who abused drugs and alcohol, wanted to serve his sentence outside Dublin to get away from warring factions of criminal gangs.

The court heard how Sharon Ni Bheolain was harassed by the Portmarnock man on dates from 2013-2014

May sentence for man who plead guilty to harassment A 40-year-old man will be sentenced in May for harassing RTE newsreader Sharon Ni Bheolain (above).

Conor O’Hora, of Heather Walk, Portmarnock pleaded guilty at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court to harassing, without lawful authority or excuse, Ms Ni Bheoláin on dates between March 27, 2013 and January 7, 2014.

Pieter Le Vert BL, defending, told Judge Martin Nolan his client was entering the plea on

the basis of recklessness.

O’Hora also pleaded guilty to knowingly possessing, on a hard drive, child pornography at Heather Walk, Portmarnock on February 18, 2014.

Mr Le Vert said his client had been under therapeutic care for four years and asked for time for a report to be put together prior to sentencing.

Judge Nolan set a sentence date of May 16 next when full facts of the offending will be heard.

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Bacon, Lucan Community College), with the boys and girls showing whether singly or collectively (4: gathered in the choir) some of the marvellous music being taught and created at the city’s schools. Pictures: Andres Poveda

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PRING was in the air and spring was in the step of most people out and about at River Valley Park last weekend, with lots of runners and walkers enjoying the bright sunshine and the crisp, clean air. The welcoming event is always popular with locals, with the 5km run inviting people of all ages to come along, join friends and others in running against the clock, and taking in some of the most relaxing, natural views in the area. Pictures: Alison O’Hanlon

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Strictly a great night for dancing SEAN and Laura looked perfectly relaxed as they stood by at The Clonsilla Inn last week, waiting for their moment to shine as members of Coolmine Musical Society put their dance skills to the test.

The young dancers were just two of the many dancers showing everything from tangos to rumbas, with the Strictly Coolmine night just part of the society’s busy month of March.

The members are busy rehearsing for the next big show, Let Us Entertain You, which runs at Draiocht theatre on Friday, April 13 and Saturday, April 14, where a great night of music, dance and song is guaranteed for all.

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A LOOK AT SOME OF DUBLIN’S BEST LIVE MUSIC VENUES

HERE’S no doubt that Dublin has a booming music scene. We’ve produced some of the finest acts on the planet, and there’s always some kind of concert taking place in the capital. If you’re looking for a night out away from the typical pub and nightclub scene, the city has a host of different hotspots hosting different musical talents on any given night of the week.

Here are three of our favourite Dublin venues that we believe capture the essence of the city and the vibrancy of our musical culture.

OLYMPIA THEATRE LOCATION: Dame Street, Dublin 2 BEST FEATURE: The sense of history as soon as you pass through the stainedglass arch UPCOMING SHOWS: Dua Lipa, Haim, Nathaniel Rateliff and the Night Sweats.

ONE of Dublin’s best-known venues, the Olympia Theatre has played host to acts big and small from both at home and abroad, including U2, Hozier, Adele and David Bowie.

It’s been the gem of Dame Street since it was originally built in the 1800s, having undergone a number of renovations since.

Its regal interiors are complimented by a smooth sound system, making it a favourite amongst music fans.

There are also three bars in The Olympia, including Maureen’s Bar, named after the Olympia’s longest serving member of staff, Maureen Grant, who has been working at the theatre since 1949.

WHELAN’S LOCATION: Liffey Street Lower, Dublin 1 BEST FEATURE: Whimsical interior UPCOMING SHOWS: Soccer Mommy, Alex Lahey, Ian Moss, Wild Child

LOCATION: Wicklow Street, Dublin 2 BEST FEATURE: Eclectic mix of people and ages at all shows UPCOMING SHOWS: Fang Club, Tigers Jaw, The Magic Numbers, Delorentos

A HIDDEN gem of sorts, a gig in the Grand Social’s Loft is unlike any other.

With a slightly circus-themed interior perfectly embodying the uniqueness of the venue, it’s small enough to feel intimate, but never cramped.

It’s a great place to visit to discover new acts that you might not come across otherwise, with ticket prices usually below the €20 mark for gigs.

In recent months, they’ve hosted rising UK pop-goth band Pale Waves, US melodic-indie trio LANY and Dublin’s own Little Green Cars.

A STEADFAST of the Dublin music scene, when you think of a gig in Dublin your mind immediately travels to the iconic Whelan’s.

A good spot for a great night out, you would never be far from meeting someone you know at a concert in the legendary Wicklow Street venue.

The venue is a great place to truly embrace the Irish music scene – it is known to play home to festivals celebrating emerging Irish acts, with newer bands from the county on a regular rotation at Whelan’s.

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End-of-life care marked HOSPITALS across Dublin have been commemorating how they support better end-of-life care for their patients and families.

The celebrations are part of the 10th anniversary of the Irish Hospice Foundation’s (IHF) Hospice Friendly Hospital (HFH) programme, which seeks to ensure that end-of-life, palliative and bereavement care are central to the everyday business of hospitals.

To mark the occasion, the IHF launched the special Hospice Friendly Hospitals 10th Anniversary Grants to celebrate the work and progress achieved across the ever-growing network of hospitals under its remit since being established in 2007.

Grants totalling €10,000 were awarded to hospitals nationwide, with HFH End-of-Life Care coordinators organising

workshops for staff, patients and their families, hosting special awareness days and coffee mornings, publishing new multilingual information leaflets etc.

A ‘Tree of Life’ was officially unveiled last week in the heart of the Mater Miscordiae University Hospital (above) to celebrate its work to improve end-of-life care there.

The giant artwork was lovingly created by more than 300 staff, patients and their families. Each ‘leaf’ is unique, with some people memorialising a family member or friend who had died, while others added handprints or a thumbs-up for good end-of-life care.

Other projects at a number of Irish hospitals have also been completed or are under way, helping to honour the work of the hospitals and staff, as well as focusing on the patients themselves.

Manus has all the write stuff for award Hennessy New Irish Writer of the Year named

DUBLIN-born writer M a n u s B oy l e To b i n (above) has been named the Hennessy New Irish Writer of the Year.

The announcement was made at the 47th annual Hennessy Literary Awards at The Honourable Society of King’s Inns Dublin.

Manus holds a MA in Creative Writing from UCD. In addition to his winning story, The Drizzle on the Windscreen, being published in the Hennessy New Irish Writing page, his work has appeared in The Moth and The Poetry Bus magazines.

His play, Between the Dawns, was staged in Smock Alley Theatre in 2017 as part of The Irish Playback.

Speaking about his story Manus said: “This

story was inspired by glimpses and snapshots of Dublin and its people; by the housing crisis, homelessness and isolation.

“It was inspired by each preceding line that gave way to the next. By the taxi driver who had nowhere to return to when he finished his shift.”

Commenting on the awards, Elaine Cullen, market development manager at Moet Hennessy said: “Hennessy is intrinsically linked to the Irish way of life and has been a strong supporter of Irish culture for many years.

“The Hennessy Literary Awards are always a special evening where we get to honour some of Ireland’s best new writers.”

Since 2003, the awards have celebrated the suc-

cess and achievements of established Irish writers and poets by inducting one eminent nominee each year into the Hennessy Literary Awards Hall of Fame.

This year’s inductee is celebrated novelist Bernard MacLaverty.

Two of Bernard’s (above) early stories appeared in New Irish Writing.

He published his first collection, Secrets, in 1977 and also received immedi-

ate critical acclaim for his 1980 debut novel, Lamb – the tale of a teacher in a remote school for delinquent boys in the West of Ireland who absconds with one of his pupils, hoping to give both of them a better life.

Lamb became a film starring Liam Neeson and Hugh O’Conor, as did his 1983 novel, Cal, dealing with The Troubles, which starred Helen Mirren.

H i s o t h e r n ove l s include Grace Notes, and The Anatomy Class, and last year after a gap of 16 years, Midwinter Break was published.

Arguably his masterpiece, it’s a study of an elderly couple facing up to their past and what’s left of their lives in the course of a weekend away together in Amsterdam.

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PEOPLE ON DUBLIN’S THE RADAR  NOVELIST GETTING DOWN ON THE FARM CARERS, WRITERS,IS DOGS AND DRAGONS

Our dog of Boys excited to welcome a real the week dragon (book, that is) to school DUBLIN Gazette have teamed up with Dogs Trust to help find homes for lost and abandoned dogs.

Rocky is a sweet and affectionate six-year-old greyhound that adores company. He is friendly when meeting new people – he sees new people as an opportunity to get extra cuddles! Rocky is very playful and enjoys chasing tennis balls; his favourite are the ones that make noise and squeak.

He will make a wonderful addition to most families as he is a people-orientated dog that will be more than happy living with children at least 10 years old.

Rocky is a typical greyhound that loves nothing more than chilling in his bed beside a loving owner.

If you have room in your heart and on your couch for Rocky, please contact Dogs Trust at 01 879 1000.

They are based in Finglas, just off exit 5 on the M50.

Map and directions can be found on their website, www.dogstrust.ie. You can also find them on Facebook www.facebook.com/dogstrustirelandonline, or Twitter, @DogsTrust_IE.

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A NAUGHTY dragon recently paid a visit to a Dublin school, much to the delight of the young pupils.

“Gringer the Whinger” is a naughty dragon, invented by author Jane Landy 22 years ago to distract her four children whenever things got tense or disagreeable.

Jane told Dublin Gazette that the idea for Gringer came while she was living in London and took her then three-yearold daughter Aisling to a dragon-making workshop at a library.

“A magnificent creature of papier mache with long crepe-paper hair was duly created,” she said.

“Inevitably, the artistic endeavour took its toll and on the way home, tiredness set in and a major bout of whinging took place.

“My response of ‘Never mind, we’ll be home soon’ was a complete waste of time and only served to amplify the whinging. I picked up the newly-made dragon and whinged back.

“It was the most annoying kind of whinging but had an instant effect on the grumpy three-year old who fell silent and started to grin.”

She asked the whinging dragon what his name was. ‘Gringer the Whinger’ was his reply.

“Having unwittingly released my inner cantankerous parent via Gringer,

there was no stopping me – and no stopping him.”

Recently, Gringer has come to life again, this time in the form of a picture book written in rhyme by Rathfarnham native Jane, and beauti-

fully illustrated by Corkborn Sheena Dempsey.

The boys of Junior Infants and Senior Infants in St Michael’s gave Jane a warm welcome (above) when she paid them a visit on Wednesday, March 14 to run a little workshop based on the story of Gringer.

The boys revealed their excellent drawing skills and produced their own

magnificent illustrations of Gringer.

Jane then passed around Sheena’s original pencil sketches. One youngster was reluctant to give back a drawing, saying, “I just can’t stop looking at it.”

The session concluded with Jane reading the story to the boys as each one turned the pages of the finished book.

Asked to describe the book in a nutshell, Jane – these days a north Dublin resident – replied “Domestic chaos with a hint of Skerries …”

Suitable for ages 0-6 and available widely from Dublin bookshops and online, see www.gringerthewhinger.com for details of outlets.

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DUBLIN’S first ever Tedfest ‘extravaganza’ is set to take place this Easter bank holiday weekend, at The Church Bar on Mary Street.

There will be a number of events across the weekend, including a world record attempt on March 31 for the largest ever gathering of characters from Father Ted. Proceedings will commence at 6pm, with the event being officially recognised.

The same night, there will also be a Lovely Ladies competition, with the competition being opened to both drag

queens and women alike.

Those competing must impress three judges – including local legend Mattress Mick – for the chance to take home a voucher for a Thai meal and a €50 drinks tab. On Saturday and Sunday there will be late-night shenanigans and high-jinks for the adults, before some family fun on Easter Sunday.

There will be a Father Ted Quiz in association with the show’s own Father Damo, better known as actor Joe Rooney.

Tickets are €45 for a group of four.

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Got what it takes to escape from the Challenge Rooms?

COORS Light are set to bring a new adventure challenge to Dundrum Town Centre from April 10 to 15.

The Coors Light Challenge Rooms run along the same ve in as an ‘escape room’, designed

as a team-building exercise. Participants will be ‘trapped’ in a room – branded as the Coors Light Thermal Research Facility – and will need to try and find their way out.

Groups will come

together to solve puzzles against the clock to see who can escape first.

Tickets are priced at €8 and include the escape room experience and a Coors Light to finish it off.

Tickets can be purchased at coorslight.ie.

Have a sweet time at Irish Sugarcraft Show IRELAND’S largest sugarcraft show will take place at Citywest Hotel from April 28 to 29. The Irish Sugarcraft Show is a family-friendly event which will have a number of different trade stands selling all you need to create fabulous-looking cakes.

There will also be a live stage, as well as a children’s workshop for kids to get involved in the art of sugarcraft.

A cake decorating competition will also take place as part of the show, with people invited to register to enter now.

Tickets are available from Eventbrite, priced at €10.

Drive-in cinema is LEOPARDSTOWN Racecourse will host a series of drivein movies over this Easter Weekend.

From March 30 until April 1, a number of family friendly films will be screened at the racecourse, where the audience are invited to relax in their own cars to watch a movie. You can grab a number of snacks from vendors and listen to the movie from your car on an FM radio.

Titles being screened include Stand By Me, ET, Jaws and Back to the Future, with tickets available now from retrodrivein.ie. Prices start at €29 for a regularsized five-seater car, and €32 for a seven-seater.

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PADDY’S POTENTIALLY LIFE-SAVING MESSAGE Palmerstown man Paddy O’Leary has every reason to look cheerful - he was diagnosed with Bowel Cancer in 2015 but is living proof that early detection is key to treating the disease.

Paddy’s urging everyone to look out for the Marie Keating Foundation’s mobile unit at Blanchardstown Shopping Centre this Friday where it will be offering Bowel Screening from 11am to 3pm – and could just save your life.

Photo: Aisling Conway

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MARCH 31 (SATURDAY) Sam Smith @ 3 Arena, €46

MARCH 29 (THURSDAY) Niall Horan @ 3 Arena, €49 Gary Numan @ Olympia Theatre, €39 John Smith @ Whelan’s, €20 The Altered Hours @ The Grand Social, €13 Up-and-coming Cork rock band The Altered House are one of the most talked about rising stars of the Irish music scene right now. Catch them while they’re hot!

MARCH 30 (FRIDAY) Sam Smith @ 3 Arena, €46 Bagatelle @ Olympia Theatre, €24 Vulpynes + Roe + Cinema + JYellowL @ Whelan’s, €10 Little Hours @ The Button Factory, €22.90 Cut Called Man @ Whelan’s (Upstairs), €8

MARCH 31 (SATURDAY) Sam Smith @ 3 Arena, €46 Keywest @ Olympia Theatre, €22 Big Thief @ Whelan’s, €15 Jess Klein @ Whelan’s (Upstairs), €16

APRIL 1 (SUNDAY) Big Thief @ Whelan’s, €15 Lisa Canny @ The Bowery, €5 David Kitt @ Hang Dai Alex Lahey @ The Grand Social, €16.50 Testament @ Vicar Street, €40

APRIL 2 (MONDAY) En Vogue @ Vicar Street, €40 Flight of the Conchords @ 3 Arena, €86 If you don’t already have a ticket for the hilarious New Zealanders, you can forget about a trip to the 3Arena even on a Monday night, but if you do, you’re in for a treat as the comic musicians explore their back catalogue.

John Gibbons @ Olympia Theatre, €21

APRIL 3 (TUESDAY) Macklemore @ 3 Arena, €44 The Ruby Sessions @ Doyles, €6 You don’t know who you’re getting, and you don’t get more than a few songs of them, but this city centre pub’s long-running weekly charity session is invariably worth the price of a Temple Bar pint.

APRIL 4 (WEDNESDAY) Macklemore @ 3 Arena, €44 Toto @ Vicar Street, €55 Dr John Cooper Clarke @ Whelan’s, €30 Gorilla Troubadour @ Whelan’s (Upstairs), €5

“We have about 20 new tracks, we just don’t know what we’re going to do with them yet.

“The songs are too good to just throw out,” says Aoife McCann, of Æ Mak.

Rip it up and start again... Æ Mak’s ambitious rebalancing HAILING straight from Dublin’s rock school having departed BIMM as part of their first graduating class in 2015, Æ Mak are all about boisterous electro-pop soundscapes, arty stage presence and putting on a performance.

In 2018, that’s meant all but starting again...

It’s a bold move, but one that looks set to pay off: Æ Mak have, essentially, restarted a locally successful career in a bid for the big time.

With one of the founding members, Ellie McMahon, now departed, Aoife McCann has formally welcomed her former backing band and producer into the fray, setting aside a style that was already grabbing attention to remake herself and her band.

“We were workshopping with Ellie during the summer, and it wasn’t really working out creatively. We

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wanted to bring more of an electronic sound into it,” McCann says of the band’s recent change of direction.

“There were so many different styles coming from everywhere, with everyone working on their part.

“The EP’s a mess, and the single’s a bit of a mess too, I think. I just wanted to streamline the sound.”

The self-critical approach seems indicative of big goals: it’s unusual for a band that have achieved a notable level of local success to almost swat away everything that’s come before, but McCann doesn’t seem to hesitate.

“I don’t know ... in a way

I love it, but I’m not that proud of it. I don’t think it represents the best we can do,” she says of the earlier work.

“It’s a bit messy. You can’t bring everyone into the arrangement, it just doesn’t work. It’s just myself and Dan [McIntyre, producer] doing that now.

It’s so much easier.

“We have about 20 new tracks, we just don’t know what we’re going to do with them yet. The songs are too good to just throw out.

“We’ll be working with Rebalance UK, which is a new thing this year. It’s funded by Festival Republic, and you have to be invited to apply to it. “ I don’t think they realised we were Irish, and I’m not sure it’s really supposed to be for Irish acts, but once they gave it to us, they decided not to take it away when they realised

we’re over here!

“It’s aimed at enhancing the careers of females in the industry and giving them a platform. We get a recording session, and to play at Latitude in the UK, so we’re playing that on the Sunday this year.”

The aim is very much to produce a complete package, and in line with the stream of modern popacts, McCann isn’t afraid to admit it’s not just about the sound she’s producing.

“Image is very important. Equally important to the music, I’d say,” she explains. It all comes from the performance aspect of it, creating this other world. But it’s also a selfindulgence thing for me.

“I have a background in youth theatre. I was very dramatic as a kid, so the costumes and the stage setup and the choreography are a thing [I’m really into].

“Without Ellie, it’ll still be quite theatrical, but it won’t be synchronised swimming. I love a full-on performance, like Sylvan Esso or Perfume Genius.

“It was covers to begin with – Lykke Li, Vampire Weekend, high-energy buzz music. These days, the melody and the lyrics are kind of just for me,” she explains.

“I’m not a brilliant lyricist or anything. Sometimes I write lyrics for how they sound and attach meaning to them after.

“We’re trying to mix pop-dance tunes with that kind of darker electronic side.”

It’ll be some career if Æ Mak can match UK BIMM graduates like Kate Nash and James Bay, but on the back of a UK launch through Rebalance, a musical restart and reenergised songwriting, who’s to stop them?

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WHAT’S BIG IN MUSIC, CINEMA, TV AND BOOKS

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Strumthing for music lovers in the city’s south DUN Laoghaire’s Pavillion Theatre is the place to be for music lovers looking to get away from the hectic city centre, with several exciting musical events lined up in coming weeks. Here are just two to bookmark ...

Federico Albanese with special guest, Chequerboard Berlin-based Italian composer Federico Albanese returns to the Pavilion Theatre on Friday, April 6 at 8pm with special guest, Chequerboard for an evening of sweeping, cinematic music that transcends genres.

Albanese’s compositions are airy and cinematic, blending classical music, pop and psychedelia. He studied piano and clarinet as a child before becoming fascinated by rock music, performing in several bands. He is currently putting the finishing touches on his third record, expected this Spring. Tickets are priced €23.

Chamber Philharmonic Europe – Powerful Emotions Tour at Monkstown Church The Chamber Philharmonic Europe bring their Powerful Emotions tour to Dublin with a performance at Monkstown Church on Sunday, April 8 at 8pm.

Their Dublin show (including violinist Michel Gershwin, below) promises an evening of versatile sounds with a prog ra m m e fe a t u ring works from Vivaldi to Bach, Mozart to Nielsen.

Ti c ke t s a re priced €22/20; to book, see paviliontheatre.ie, or phone 01 231 2929.

Caroline Thomas, Hugo Jellett and Fiona Callaghan show some of the artworks on sale at the upcoming Incognito event. Picture: Fennell Photography

Popular annual Incognito fundraiser returns

Have an art – your €50 will help Jack & Jill kids MORE than 1,000 artists have donated a piece of their work for Incognito – an exhibition in aid of the Jack & Jill Children’s Foundation.

The work goes on sale for €50 each in The Solomon Gallery from April 6-8, giving buyers a chance to purchase a valuable piece, potentially worth thousands

of euro, from a wellknown name.

But there is one catch – they won’t know who the artist is until they buy the artwork!

From this week the public can view the Incognito 2018 collection online at www. incognito.ie and www. jackandjill.ie but, as the name suggests, the art-

ist’s identity is top-secret and won’t be revealed until after the sale.

This year, contributing artists include Tracey Emin, Rhona Byrne, Martin Gale, Dede Gold, John Kelly, Peter Curling, Martin Gale, Mo Kelly, Nick Miller, Ed Miliano, Abigail O’Brien, and Richard Gorman.

Last year, Incognito

raised more than €80,000 to fund home nursing care for the 350 children under Jack & Jill’s wing and it is hoped to repeat this in 2018.

Hugo Jellett, Jack & Jill chief executive, said: “We have been quite overwhelmed by the number of artists donating their talent, their time and their gift to

Jack & Jill.

“The standard of work is simply silencing and unveiling the artworks for Incognito 2018 is a very proud day for Jack & Jill.

“We expect people from all around the country will be queuing outside The Solomon Gallery to purchase their favourite piece.”

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ENTERTAINMENT

BIGGER, BRASHER – BUT BETTER?

CINEMA | IS PACIFIC RIM UPRISING A WORTHY SEQUEL TO THE MONSTER HIT?

 SHANE DILLON

sdillon@dublingazette.com

and not so far into either film, the Pacific Rim films

boil down to one simple narrative device: it’s smashy-smashy time, with cities getting trashed by giant monsters.

The monsters (Kaiju) may be beautifully rendered CG creations sharing screen space with beautifully rendered giant robots

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A beast of a sequel, but ultimately it disappoints HAMLET, it ain’t. That’s the core existential essence – and problem – at the heart of Pacific Rim Uprising (Cert 12A, 111 mins; hereafter referred to as PR2), the sequel to 2013’s well regarded Pacific Rim. At the end of the day,

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Fans of Giant Robots fighting Kaiju in cities will be in their element, but Pacific Rim Uprising, while bigger than its predecessor, lacks the same punch

(Jaegars) as they fight through beautifully rendered cities, but ultimately there’s little narrative difference to separate them from a hundred different (and distinctly unbeautifully rendered) Japanese or South Korean monster flicks starring a bloke in a rubber suit kicking his way through cardboard cities.

In this, the Pacific Rim films are trapped in the same orbit as the absolutely turgid Transformers films – sooner or later, it all boils down to smashysmashy time, with PR2 lumbered with the same ticking plot device as its great predecessor.

The first film was a labour of love for director Guillermo del Toro, probably the greatest auteur in monster and beastie flicks at the moment.

Understanding the limitations of working on things boiling down to fightin’ time between kaiju and jaegars, Del Toro introduced a dash of eccentricity to the rest of the film to add some individuality in this somewhat limiting genre.

Alas, PR2 has simply gone for the ‘bigger, better, more’ approach, and comes off the worse for it.

This time round, we pick up the story some years after the

first film, where humanity more or less defeated the kaiju (giant alien sea monsters invading earth through an interdimensional portal at the bottom of the Pacific Ocean) thus spelling an end to devastating attacks on cities.

Cut to John Boyega as the maverick son of an enigmatic hero from the first film, who reluctantly gets drawn into the fight when – and this is hardly a spoiler alert – the kaiju return, presenting a much bigger threat to humanity than before.

That’s the singular difference between the films: bigger, brasher, bolder.

The watery gloominess behind many of the visuals in the first film have been swapped out for dayglo destruction here, with daylight revealing the scale of admittedly spectacular devastation.

In this, PR2 successes beautifully, with

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some superb setpieces and the best fight scenes destroying Asian cities you’ll see this month, at least.

As the lead this time round, Boyega acquits himself very well, turning in another enjoyably charismatic performance that’s seeing him very quickly become a bona fide star. However, there’s just something empty behind PR2.

Perhaps it’s the overcomplicated plot and character development (guys, seriously – characters don’t need motivations, backstories, or a three-step The Hero’s Journey narrative arc when you’re putting a film together about glorified monsters versus robots), but PR2 underwhelms.

It’s okay, but it’s clear this isn’t going to be the same monster smash as its esteemed predecessor.

Despite its blatantly obvious opening for a sequel, perhaps it’s time to can the kaiju and junk the jaegars...

Verdict: 6/10 John Boyega is a suitably handsome and charismatic lead, but Pacific Rim Uprising isn’t a great star vehicle

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GALLERIES

Comedienne Deirdre O’Kane and John Edward Nolan

Winners of RTE’s Dancing With The Stars, singer Jake Carter and Karen Byrne.

Picture: Kyran O’Brien

A glittering end to TV’s Dancing with the Stars

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INGER Jake Carter and his dancing partner Karen Byrne won the second season of Dancing with the Stars in a superb final on RTÉ One. They lifted the glitterball trophy after seeing off the challenge of Anna Geary and her partner Kai Widdrington, and Deirdre O’Kane and her partner, John Nolan.

Speaking after picking up the gong, Jake said: “I couldn’t have spent this time with someone better. I’ve had an absolute ball, I’m actually lost for words.”

Deirdre O’Kane and John Edward Nolan

Above and Below: Former Cork Camogie player and broadcaster Anna Geary and Kai Widdrington

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RDC during the final. Picture: Kyran O’Brien

Emma Fitzgrald,Rebecca Allister and Kerri Delaney. Picture: Brian McEvoy Photography

Talented troupe win Ireland’s Got Talent D

UBLIN’S Helix was buzzing with activity for the final of Ireland’s Got Talent last weekend. Cork dance troupe RDC won the competition, taking home a prize of €50,000 and a starring role in their own television show. Two other dance acts, Xquisite and FKFT, were the runners-up in Saturday night’s feelgood final, which was decided solely by the public vote.

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Malta

Make it for your marvellous family holiday

SYLVIA POWNALL

Travel Editor ESCAPE the chill in the air for sunnier climes by visiting the Mediterranean island of Malta this May. It’s the perfect time to explore its charming coast and architecture with a full calendar of events and festivals lined up.

From May 4-6, the Valletta Green Festival will transform Pjazza San Gorg, one of the largest open urban spaces in Valletta, into a huge floral carpet composed of some 80,000 potted plants.

The weekend of familyfriendly activities offers visitors rare glimpses into some of the capital city’s little-known historical treasures, including the 400-year-old gardens of the Archbishop’s Palace and the Convent of St Catherine.

The Malta World Music Festival takes place on May 18 and 19 with a great line up of local b a n d s as well as international w o r l d music acts performing.

C a r enthusiasts won’t want to miss the Valletta Concours d’Elegance on May 20 which will see the city host a selection of the finest vintage and luxury vehicles.

Alternatively, if ‘the three Rs are your thing’ (that’s rest, relaxation and retail therapy), there are no end of top hotels with pools and saunas to choose from.

Modern shopping centres also abound, including the

acclaimed Point Shopping Mall in Tigne Point.

GETTING THERE With Budget Travel you can depart Dublin on May 13 and stay a week at the 3-star Topaz Hotel, Bugibba (room-only basis) for €379 per person, or you can depart May 24 and stay at the 3-star Carlton Hotel, Sliema (room-only basis) for €539 per person. Prices include flights, accom-

modation, transfers and taxes.

With Mercury Holidays, you can depart Dublin on May 14 and stay a week at the 4-star Qawra Palace, Qawra (all-inclusive basis) from €569 per person. Prices includes flights, accommodation, taxes and return transfers in resort.

With Concorde Travel, you can depart Dublin on May 14 or 15 and stay a week at the 4-star Hotel Kennedy Nova, Sliema (B&B basis) from €554 per person, or at the 5-star Le

Meridian Hotel, St Julian’s (B&B basis) from €909 per person.

Prices are for two people sharing and include flights, accommodation, taxes and transfers.

Visit www.maltaireland.com for further information and details of events that will be taking place in Malta this May. Prices correct as of March 21, with limited availability and are also based on Ryanair flights so therefore are subject to change. Prices include flights, accommodation, taxes and transfers.

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A GUIDE TO TEMPTING FOOD AND LOCATIONS

FOOD & TRAVEL

ANOTHER DELICIOUS AND EASY-TO-MAKE RECIPE COURTESY OF SIUCRA AND CATHERINE FULVIO

HSE, UCC COOK UP A BOOK TO HELP SUPPORT YOUR NUTRITION

Brownielicious baking treats DECADENT, rich chocolate brownies topped with honeycomb and a helping of mint ice-cream makes for the perfect treat.

Siucra and Catherine Fulvio together have created the perfect Mint Brownies recipe (with 16 squares) for you to whip up at home.

Brownie ingredients  180g dark chocolate, broken  100g butter  Half tsp vanilla extract  3 drops peppermint extract  180g Siucra soft brown sugar  3 eggs, beaten  120g plain flour  1 tsp baking powder Honeycomb ingredients  220g Siucra caster sugar  2 tsp bicarbonate of soda You’ll also need mint chocolate ice-cream, and mint sprigs, to garnish.

To make the browniess  Preheat the oven to 170C/150C/Gas 3.  Line a baking tray 20cm x 20cm with baking parchment.  Place the broken chocolate, butter and peppermint extract in a bowl over a bain marie and melt.  Allow to cool slightly, then stir in the sugar.

Carefully fold in the beaten eggs.  Sift the flour and the baking powder and gently fold into the mixture.  Pour the mixture into the baking tray and bake for about 20 to 22 minutes or until just set.  Allow to cool in the tin for 15 minutes and then transfer to a rack to cool, then cut into 16 squares To prepare the honeycomb  Line a 20cm x 20cm baking tray with foil and brush with a little oil.

Place the caster sugar into a deep saucepan (it must be a deep saucepan as the honeycomb bubbles up) over a low heat until it turns amber in colour.  Take the saucepan off the heat and add the bicarbonate of soda and quickly stir with a wooden spoon. Be careful the honeycomb will bubble up. Pour the honeycomb into the tin and leave to cool completely.  Leave for 90 minutes until cold before cracking and roughly crushing.

THE HSE and University College Cork (UCC) have published a new cookbook aimed at providing highcalorie, high-protein recipes for the estimated 145,000 people in Ireland who are malnourished or at risk of malnutrition.

Created by dietitians and chefs, Making the Most of Every Bite contains easy to prepare and nourishing recipes, enriched with extra energy and protein to help slow down or prevent weight loss associated with illness.

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To decorate and serve  Place chocolate brownie on serving plate with a scoop of mint chocolate ice-cream and spoon crushed honeycomb on top of each brownie, then sprinkle with icing sugar and a mint sprig.

Romain Cools, president of the World Potato Congress with Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Andrew Doyle. Picture: Fennell Photography

Spudtacular gathering to celebrate our tasty tubers THE Irish Potato Federation (IPF), with the support of the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, alongside Bord Bia, Failte Ireland and Teagasc, has won the bid to host the World Potato Congress (WPC) in 2021 in Dublin.

Speaking at the launch in the RDS last week, Michael Hoey, president of the IPF, said: “Winning the WPC for Ireland is the culmination of a lot of hard and creative work by a very dedicated committee.

“I know that the 2021 congress will shine a spotlight on the importance of the potato in Ireland and across the globe and become a centerpiece of world-class marketing excellence.”

The president and chief executive of WPC Inc, Romain Cools, chipped in: “Ireland has a very important historical and cultural connection with the potato going back hundreds of years.

“I see the 2021 Congress looking at the important role the potato will play in the future as a sustainable source for

food security across the world.

“The WPC in Dublin will be the perfect follow up to this year’s congress, which will be held in May 2018 in Cuzco, Peru, under the title, Biodiversity, food security and business.

“I will be working closely with the IPF over the coming years and really look forward to visiting Dublin in 2021 for the congress.”

It is envisaged that 1,000 delegates from developing and developed countries across the globe, including growers, researchers, producers, traders, processors and manufacturers, will attend the congress.

The IPF has also secured the simultaneous hosting of the Europatat Congress, which is the annual congress of the European association of the potato trade.

Both events will become a week-long focus on the potato – the third-most important food crop in terms of global consumption.

Serious healthcare issue Dr Sharon Kennelly, registered clinical specialist dietitian and nutrition project lead, said: “Malnutrition is a serious healthcare issue in Ireland today and healthcare professionals working in the community are well-placed to recognise the risk.

“A food-based approach should always be part of the first steps in managing malnutrition and we are delighted to partner with dietetic colleagues in UCC to make this cookbook available to people who can benefit from it.

“We have piloted it with a small number of patients and family members who are supporting loved ones, and the feedback has been very positive.”

The toolkit is available to view at www.hse.ie/nutritionsupports and the cookbook (below) is available to view in the ‘Public’ section.

Remember: it is important to discuss this cookbook with your nurse, doctor or dietitian to check whether it is appropriate for you.

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HOME | KEEPING IT COSY WITH SOFT FURNISHINGS…MODERN BOHEMIAN STYLE

Soft and comfy is key to a Boho room  Jessica Maile, Style Editor

PILLOW TALK and blankets too…

Great ideas can be found in the Spring/Summer styles from DFS (top), Monsoon (bottom left) and Penneys (bottom right)

jmaile@dublingazette.com Another important aspect of the modern Bohemian style is soft furnishing. Adding layers of textiles really warms up a room and adds much-needed texture. Think blankets, rugs, pillows and poufs. Here is where you can truly play with colour and pattern.

Mix ikat, stripes, animal prints, tropical motifs and anything fuzzy and fluffy for your own unique look.

Layering is also key whether its blankets, rugs or pillows.

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The colour I tested was 07 Whimsy/Fantaisie.

It’s medium rosy pink that actually gives lids a rosy look not an ‘I’ve been awake all night’ tired

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TECH TIME

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Facebook data row Polo pushes rumbles on during another intense week on in size and SHANE DILLON

Tech Editor

tance to appear.

There’s great anger on both sides of the Atlantic at how loopholes and exploits seemingly left Facebook user data exposed for third parties to exploit, trawl through and repurpose – with Facebook’s defense that such data mining chinks in user data armor were sealed off some years ago, when discovered, doing little to abate the criticism and political pressure.

Adding fuel to the fire, there’ve also been several widespread media articles over the past week about people requesting to see the data Facebook holds or records about them, and then being shocked by the amount and breadth of data noted, from the major to the minor points of their lives.

As I wrote last week, this is not only the biggest tech story of the year so far, by far, but also one of the biggest news stories of the year, too.

With an entire week doing little to dampen down the flames, I suspect there’s plenty more still to come as the Facebook-Cambridge Analytics row blazes on.

If there’s one good point to emerge from this spectacular row, it’s this: the Facebook row should act as a clarion call for any and all social media users, on any platform, to ask and note what data is being stored about them, and what data they’re providing to the platforms.

To be crystal clear: I’m not saying to delete your Facebook account, or Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, YouTube, or whatever.

(As a disclaimer, I’m currently mulling over whether or not to also delete my own profile.)

But if, like most of us, you have absolutely no idea what data is being stored about you, now’s a good time to try to find out, and then decide whether or not you’re happy.

Best of luck finding out how much others may know about you – or how little you know they know...

“It’s not a political statement and I didn’t do this because someone dared me to do it. Just don’t like Facebook. Gives me the willies. Sorry.” Billionaire Elon Musk, on rapidly deleting the SpaceX and Tesla Facebook pages

ANOTHER week, and another seven long days of an intense firestorm surrounding Facebook, with allegations and intense interest whirling like harpies around the tech titan.

If anyone thought that last week’s spectacularly explosive revelations about data mining and potential political interference would quietly slip away into the night ... brother, how wrong you were.

If anything, matters have escalated, with all kinds of people and groups deleting their Facebook profiles and accounts in protest, with SpaceX and Tesla billionaire Elon Musk among the highprofile names abandoning Facebook in the past week.

The SpaceX and Tesla Facebook pages disappeared mere minutes after Musk tweeted: “It’s not a political statement and I didn’t do this because someone dared me to do it. Just don’t like Facebook. Gives me the willies. Sorry.”

When you’re a billionaire tech titan yourself, it’s easy to decide to abruptly sever your companies’ Facebook presence, but in this Musk wasn’t alone – lots of people have jumped on board the #DeleteFacebook boycott movement, in protest at the data of more than 50 million Facebook users being data mined by an external company, potentially exponentially giving access to many more people, and used for political purposes.

Cross-Atlantic anger hasn’t abated, with watchdogs and politicians practically brandishing pitchforks, chair legs and burning torches at the mere mention of Facebook with, at the time of writing, Facebook boss Mark Zuckerberg prompting intense criticism from British politicians.

With the Cambridge Analytics data harvesting row gaining legs, as they say, sending Facebook’s value tumbling, Zuckerberg has agreed to appear before US Congress to testify

– but has declined to appear before members of parliament in Britain, with his stance blasted as “absolutely astonishing” by an irate committee chair there, who had some sharp words about Zuckerberg’s reluc-

there’s “oneIfgood point

to emerge, it’s this: the Facebook row should act as a clarion call for any and all social media users, on any platform, to ask and note what data is being stored about them

safety features VOLKSWAGEN has more than revamped the Polo as the popular supermini in its range has grown bigger and more spacious and now comes with a host more safety features, Michael Moroney found out during his recent test drive.

VOLKSWAGEN’S new Polo celebrates more than its sixth generation; it’s a celebration that the new small car in the supermini segment has grown in size, style and comfort.

When Volkswagen launched the new Polo last autumn in preparation for 2018 deliveries, it was difficult to appreciate just how much the car had changed.

Spend some time behind the wheel and you can experience the difference.

This car is grown in stature in almost every respect. It’s bigger on the inside as well as being longer and wider than the car that it replaces. In some senses this Polo is almost as spacious as the original Golf.

Everything about the new Polo is different; the design changes are more radical than usual from Volkswagen, while it’s the size and space that are especially appealing.

Volkswagen Polo 1.0 Engine Engine power 0 – 100km/hr Economy Fuel Tank Capacity CO2 emissions Road Tax Band Main Service Euro NCAP Rating Warranty Entry Price This Polo benefits from Volkswagen’s new technology in every respect from the electronic dials to the large infotainment screen on the Comfortline models, to new levels of safety equipment.

There’s a bigger boot, which has grown in capacity from 280 to 351 litres, making it the most spacious boot in the supermini segment.

The car feels roomier in every sense and you’ll notice that after some time behind the wheel.

1.0 litre 65hp 15.5 seconds 21km/litre (4.7/100km or 60mpg) 40 litres 108g/km A3 €190 20,000km/12 months 5 star (2017) 3 years €16,795 There’s also a solid feel to the Polo. Even with the entry level 1.0 litre 3 cylinder engine under the bonnet, and its light overall weight, the car retains the solid feel that we have come to accept from Volkswagen cars.

This improved 1.0 petrol engine is one of the smoothest three-cylinder petrol engine cars that I’ve driven. Volkswagen has engineered the motor and its mounting system to give smooth power delivery, even if the entry

Brakes on self-driving technology THE development of self-driving car technology took a setback last week following the death of a woman in the US struck by a self-driving car with no human control.

This is the first fatality involving a fully autonomous vehicle, which in this case was an Uber controlled Volvo XC90.

The crash is reported to have involved an XC90 in autonomous mode with an operator behind the wheel. It has prompted Uber and Toyota to suspend all testing

of self-driving cars in the US. Motor industry experts believe that Europe’s slower, more regulated testing of autonomous vehicles may reduce the likelihood of accidents similar to the US one.

European rules are stricter around the testing of autonomous cars as many countries have been slow to allow car companies to test automated vehicles on European streets other than on private streets and at low speeds.

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TECH & MOTORS

Ford’s new sleeker Mustang FORD has launched a sleeker, faster and more technologically-advanced Ford Mustang that claims to deliver more athletic styling, sophisticated engine and suspension enhancements. The car comes with advanced driver assistance features and more customisation options.

This Mustang is available in fastback and convertible body styles, the recognisable, powerful Mustang profile now claims to feature more refined aerodynamics. The styling is enhanced with LED lighting technology, and a choice of 11 exterior colours and new alloy wheel options.

The Mustang’s 5.0-litre Ford V8 engine now delivers 450bhp and is able to sprint from 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) in 4.3 seconds when combined with Ford’s new 10-speed automatic gearbox.

The new Volkswagen Polo is a bigger and marginally longer car than in the past

level power is relatively low at 65bhp.

Out on the road, there is no power deficiency; the car has an impressive acceleration rating of 15.5 seconds in a 0 to 100km/hr race, although the relatively low engine torque will be noticeable on steep hilly inclines.

This is a modern engine that comes with a stop-start system and a regenerative braking mode, all designed to deliver a rated fuel efficiency figure of 21km/ l i t re ( 4 . 7 / 1 0 0 k m o r 60mpg).

I found that this economy figure was difficult

to achieve. My 600km test drive returned an economy rating that was about 20% lower, which is a usual performance relative to the quoted economy figure.

On the inside there is a more digital feel to the new Polo.

Volkswagen claims that this is the first car in its class to be offered with the optional Active Info Display. This replaces the traditional analogue speedometer and driver cluster with a very impressive hi-res 10.25inch digital display, similar to what’s offered in the Golf.

OPEL claims that the new Corsa GSi, due here in Ireland in September, comes with sports chassis fine-tuned on the Nordschleife of the Nurburgring.

The exterior design of the Corsa GSi leaves no doubts and continues in the long GSi tradition.

True to the Corsa GSi concept, the three-door small car claims to impress with large air intakes, sculptured bonnet, prominent rear spoiler and precisely modelled side sills.

From the front, the Opel GSi fascia with large honeycomb grille and the central Opel Blitz supported by two wings, along with the exterior rear view mirror housings in carbon racing-look become visible.

You’ll be impressed with the car’s infotainment systems of up to 8-inches in size available and digital interfaces for smartphones. This allows users access to their apps and various online services on board and Bluetooth set up for multiple phones is easy to do.

This new Polo has more standard safety features than its predecessor, including Front Assist with Pedestrian Monitoring and City Emergency Braking.

The Polo now has more airbags than ever before, with the addition of a

The large chrome-ringed design elements that are visually connected in a horizontal line via black crosspieces running across the front, along with the black traverse cleat on the bonnet support the impression of roadclinging athlete.

The rear spoiler on the edge of the roof creates additional downforce, the sporty chrome tailpipe is framed by the vibrant design of the rear apron in body colour.

The GSi driver sits on the optional Recaro performance seat and grips the sports steering wheel.

The car comes with a leather gearshift knob and aluminium sport pedals.

Opel claims that the sport chassis known from the OPC

curtain airbag system for front and rear passengers which is designed to protect the driver’s and passengers’ heads in the event of an accident.

Not surprisingly this new Polo has recently come through the Euro NCAP crash test safety system with a five star rating.

There is good rear seat access to the two Iso-Fix child seat couplings as the doors open wide.

Entry prices start at €16,795 for the base Trendline model, which is competitive, while the Comfortline models give more in terms of features

and accessories.

The standard equipment includes Bluetooth connectivity, 6.5-inch Co m p o s i t i o n Co l o u r radio system with four speakers, a multi-function display and Forward collision warning Front Assist with autonomous emergency braking.

Volkswagen has lots of specification options around the new Polo, so there is plenty of choice available to build around what is an impressively spacious supermini.

This Polo has grown in size, capacity and comfort with an impressive safety system included.

New Corsa GSi continues sports star tradition

There is the option of the more fuel-efficient 2.3-litre EcoBoost petrol engine delivers 290 PS and 440 Nm of torque alongside 9.0 l/100km (31.4 mpg) and 199 g/km CO2, when combined with a six-speed manual gearbox.

Mustang’s six-speed manual transmission now features rev-matching technology that delivers smoother, faster downshifts accompanied by a “blip” of the powerful engine.

A contemporary, upscale interior features softtouch materials and a 12-inch all-digital instrument cluster for a superior occupant experience.

Gearing up for electric future THE Volkswagen Group is claimed to be moving to electric vehicle e-mobility as Matthias Muller, CEO of Volkswagen AG reported that 16 Volkswagen Group locations around the globe are to produce battery powered vehicles by the end of 2022.

The Group currently produces electric vehicles at three locations with a further nine factories scheduled to be equipped for this purpose. The Group has agreed partnerships with battery manufacturers to ensure adequate battery capacity for this massive expansion of environmentally-friendly electric mobility.

Volkswagen presented a number of e-mobility innovations at the recent Geneva International Motor Show, among them the Audi e-tron, the Porsche Mission E and the ID Vizzion, another member of the new Volkswagen ID family. From 2019, there will be a new electric vehicle “virtually every month”, Müller said. The Volkswagen Group intends to offer the largest fleet of electric vehicles in the world, across all brands and regions, in just a few years, he said.

The ID Vizzion

version and the brakes with red callipers ensure precise athleticism, handling and short braking distances also when combined with the optional 18-inch light alloy wheels.

Corsa GSi occupants can also enjoy connectivity with the optional IntelliLink infotainment system and bring the world of Apple iOS and Android smartphones into the car.

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KILKENNY DEFEATED AT THE HANDS OF DUBLIN’S PEAMOUNT UNITED: Newcastle based Peamount United showed what they were made of last week as they managed to score a 4-0 victory over their Kilkenny rivals. With two Ireland internationals scoring hat tricks on the day, they proved their worth and solidified their status at the top of the table.

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LET DUBLIN GAZETTE NEWSPAPERS INFORM YOU OF THE HIGHLIGHTS AND SCORES OF YOUR FAVOURITE TEAMS HOCKEY | SANDYMOUNT CLUB WIN IRISH JUNIOR CUP CROWN

Railway’s experience proves key  STEPHEN FINDLATER

sfindlater@dublingazette.com

RAILWAY Union’s experience prevailed as their combinaton of decorated senior players and talented young guns proved too strong for UCD in the women’s Irish Junior Cup final, retaining the crown for a second successive season.

Cecelia Joyce and Kate Dillon got the key goals either side of half-time with Kate McKenna the creator each time with incisions from the right baseline.

All three have won everything in the game at senior level but have stepped down a little from the top level.

And their know-how was vital alongside a wealth of underage internationals in the top competition for second teams.

In the first half, it was a swift bat-

tle from end to end with numerous chances at each end. UCD had two big shouts for penalty strokes waved away.

Three corners were also repelled with Riona Norton making a series of good saves while her defensive team got the crucial deflections to powerful Freya McDermott slap shots.

Railway, though, had an excellent forward line, packed with experience with plenty of senior medals to their name.

And they got their first goal in the 28th minute when two of them combined, McKenna making the inroads from the right flank, squaring for Joyce to tap in at the back post.

The Sandymount club went on to boss the early stage of the second half with UCD keeper Laura Gunning making a couple of key saves while Kate Orr had a couple of drag-

Railway Union duo Cecelia Joyce and Kate McKenna celebrate combining for their first goal against UCD last Sunday. Picture: Adrian Boehm

flicks charged down.

The second goal was coming, though, and it arrived in the 44th minute.

Again McKenna – an All-Ireland senior football champion with Dublin – was the creator as she weaved in between three players before laying off to Kate Dillon who swept in

on her backhand for 2-0.

UCD were roused after that with Jane O’Brien crashing a shot into the outside of the goal following Camila Arbulo’s interception.

McDermott hooked another corner shot wide in their late bursts forward but Railway stayed firm to see out the result with a decent buffer.

SPORT CONTACT INFO SPORTS EDITOR: Stephen Findlater sfindlater@dublingazette.com

For more information or to send in news and photos: sport@dublingazette.com Phone: 01 601 0240

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CLUB NOTES FINGALLIANS GAA Adult Leagues: Our Division 2 footballers had a league win away to O’Tooles & our Division 6 squad were beaten away to Crumlin. (Championship fixtures to follow next week) Adult Football & Hurling Championship Groups: Senior Football: Group 2 – St Pats, Palmerstown, Round Towers, Clondalkin & Fingal Ravens.

Junior A Football: Group 1 – St Brigids, Ballymun & Ballyboden.

Junior 4 Football: Ballymun, Rounds Towers Clondalkin & Lucan.

Intermediate Hurling: Group 1 – St Sylvesters, Erins Isle, St Judes, St Vincents & Scoil Ui Chonaill.

Junior F Hurling: Group 1 – Civil Service, Beann Eadair, Na Gaeil Oga, Erin Go Bragh, Kilmacud Crokes & Realt Dearg.

Academy Update: There will be no academy on Easter Saturday (31st March). The academy will resume on the 7th April.

U16 Girls: On Sunday they had a great league win v Whitehall Colmcille.

Leinster Minor Ladies Football Championship: Dublin 2-19 Laois 2-11 and our Laura Dempsey played with Emma McCormack on panel. Next round, is next weekend versus Kildare or Westmeath.

Leinster U14 Championship:Dublin 2-10 Kildare 2-8. Managed by Shay O’Reilly & Sandra O’Brien.

On the field we were represented by Molly O’Brien & Niamh Crowley.

2018 Leaving Cert Irish Oral: Exams take place between 9th and 13th April. Practise sessions in the club each Tuesday at 8. Free of charge.

Race Day: Saturday 7th July – Bellewstown Races our most important fundraiser in 2018.

Further information on tables & sponsorship from teresacollins9@gmail.com Na hUimhreacha Buaiteach Lotó: 22, 23, 28, 34 & 36. We had no winner. The Jackpot this Tuesday evening will be €3768.

SOCCER: MALAHIDE DASH KILLESTERS HOPES IN LEAGUE

Malahide United beat out Killester

LSL Sunday Senior title contenders Killester United were defeated at the hands of Malahide Utd last Thursday, as the Northsiders claimed a 1-0 defeat at Gannon Park, putting a dent in their LSL league hopes  DAVE DONNELLY

sport@dublingazette.com

MALAHIDE United claimed a big scalp on Thursday evening as they beat LSL Sunday Senior title contenders Killester United 1-0 at Gannon Park.

Terry Palmer’s Malahide side were full value for their win over a Killester side managed

by Gary Howlett, who was oon the coaching staff when Palmer was a player at Bohemians in the mid-00s.

Former Shelbourne midfielder Dylan Cashin scored the only goal of the game 10 minutes from time as United put a serious dent in the visitors’ hopes of overhauling league leaders Bluebell United.

Malahide came into the game with confidence despite winning just once in their previous

five games and dominated possession from the off.

It was Killester who registered the first shot on goal, however, in the fifth minute as Lennie McMilian met Terry McAuley cross with his head but couldn’t find the target.

Malahide had plenty of pressure with few clear-cut chances, with a corner kick cleared off the line the closest they came in the first quarter.

Killester continued to look dangerous from set-pieces, and a Stephen Chambers corner looked destined for Adam McCormac only for Malahide keeper Ben Kelly to decisively punch the ball to safety.

Darren Craven was denied from inside the six-yard box by Killester stopper Jason Cosgrave in what would prove the north county Dublin side’s best chance

ST BRIGIDS St Brigids Easter GAA Camp for 5 to 13 year old boys and girls takes place from March 26th to 29th from 10am-2pm daily. Lots of fun and activity for all.

No Nursery on 31st March. Nursery resumes on 7th from 9.30 to 11.00, all 4 to 7 year olds are welcome.

Thank you to our great Lotto Committee for all their fundraising for the club. There was no winner of the Lotto Jackpot in last week’s draw, the next draw is in Russell Park on the 29th March. The Jackpot will be €2,800. Make sure to have your envelopes entered into the draw, you can also buy online via our website.

Club membership fees are now due – they can be paid online from our website. All players need to have paid or commenced payment of their club membership by 31st March.

Month’s mind mass for Patsy Phelan will take place in Corduff on Easter Sunday at 11.30.

Fit15 have a 3 day Peak Performance Program running from Tuesday 3rd April - Thursday 5th April from 10am - 1pm each day with the amazing Oisin Lynch for 12 to 16 year olds.

To book use the Fit15 app or email fit15.fifteen@gmail.com AFL10 play on Tuesday evening in Russell Park. Well done amongst others to AFL3 on a good win at the weekend and to our U14 Ladies football representatives who played their first Intercounty match on Saturday recording a 2 point win over Kildare.

Malahide celebrating at a previous match. Picture: Stephen Findlater

of the opening half.

Mc M i l l i a n c o n t i nu e d to threaten up front after the break alongside John Brophy, and he

“

We have a tight-enough group of players, but we are possibly not getting the results that we deserve. forced a smart stop from Kelly before Reece Weldon curled his free-kick straight into the defensive wall.

Malahide’s patience did eventually pay off close to the end as

a scramble in the box ended with the ball at the feet of Cashin, and he made no mistake from close range.

“We were delighted with the win and a clean sheet,” a satisfied Palmer told the Dublin Gazette.

“The performance was there from us. We’ve been doing quite well since Christmas but probably haven’t been picking up the points that we should have. It was a big game for us.

“I thought we dominated and deserved it. We were at it from the start and I’d say we have 65%-70% of possession and the majority of the chances.

“We haven’t been doing too badly, we’ve just been conceding soft goals and being punished for every mistake.

“It was nice to have a 90-minute performance instead of playing for a half and not so good in the second half, and get a good result in the end.”

Malahide are now comfortably set up in midtable, six points from safety with nine games to play, but the former UCD and Shamrock Rovers defender feels there’s plenty more to be done.

“We always try to keep looking up. There’s nine games left, there’s a lot of football to be played. We’ve a cup quarterfinal as well, so we’ll see how far we can go. We’ve been doing alright. “ We ’ve a t i g h t- e n o u g h group of players, but possibly not getting the results we deserve. It’s gone very tight in the middle.

“Every game seems to be competitive in the league at the moment, so there’s a lot more football to be played.”

Malahide now have a Metro Cup quarter-final against Sunday Senior rivals Greystones United to look forward to in two weeks’ time.

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LEAGUE OF IRELAND: CORCORAN SCORES 91ST MIN GOAL

LEAGUE OF IRELAND Victory for Rovers Shamrock Rovers under-17s kicked off their season with a resounding 5-1 victory over Cork City at Roadstone. Danila Bogdanovic scored a first-half hat-trick, before Jack Kelly and substitute Dean McMenamey rounded off the comprehensive win. Damien Duff’s under-15s were also handsome 4-0 winners in their tie with Bray Wanderers/St Joseph’s Boys, with Evan Caffrey, Roland Banya, Oisin Hand and Adam Wells on target.

ST PATS MOVE TO TOP OF DIVISION TABLE

Bohs followed up their win against Bray with a winning match against Cabinteely last Monday. Picture: Martin Doherty

Bray’s hearts broken as Bohs score the win  DARRYL GERAGHTY

DINNY Corcoran was the hero as his 91st minute winner broke the hearts of Bray Wanderers on Friday night.

The visitors looked set to register just their second point of the season as the clock ticked to a close at 1-1 before Corcoran struck late.

The Seagulls could consider themselves unlucky not to get at least a point from a game they led early on as both teams scored within the first five minutes.

A bullet header from Daniel Kelly gave Bray a dream start but was cancelled out almost immediately by a rocket from Ian Morris from 30 yards.

The Bohs midfielder caught his left-footed effort beautifully as it flew into the side netting, giving keeper Aaron Dil-

lon no chance, his second goal in a week.

It was all Bohs then with Corcoran setting up both Eoghan Stokes and Oscar Brennan for efforts from the edge of the box that missed the target by inches.

The Seagulls responded well to the pressure as the game began to go from end to end.

Shane Supple was forced into one of the saves of the season from Darragh Noone’s flicked header as the Bohs stopper at full stretch, showed catlike reflexes to tip the ball around the post with some Bray players on the verge of celebrating.

Bohs had the better of possession as the half wore on but Bray looked unrecognisable to the side who started the season with just one point, as Gary McCabe and

Aaron Greene looked a real threat up front.

The two Kellys combined well for the visitors at the start of the second half as ex-Bohs man Jake cut back well to the onrushing namesake Daniel, but he was unable to keep his volley down.

Keith Long, in a bid to liven things up, replaced Stokes with Keith Ward as Bray began to edge on top despite no real clearcut chances at either end.

The second half was in stark contrast to the entertaining, free-flowing first half and turned into a gritty, scrappy affair as both teams searched for a winner.

As the minutes trickled down and a goal didn’t appear to be on the horizon, Corcoran made himself the hero.

Ward attracted the Bray rearguard to the ball before playing it out

to the right, and Corcoran kept his composure to hammer a low drive

into the corner as pandemonium broke out in Phibsboro.

St Patrick’s Athletic moved into the top half of the Premier Division table thanks to a hard-fought 1-0 win over Limerick at Richmond Park on Friday night.

Captain Ian Bermingham scored the game’s only goal ten minutes into the second half as Liam Buckley’s side wrapped up their third win of the season.

Bermingham rose high above the Blues defenders to connect with Conan Byrne’s corner in what was

a deceptively comfortable win. Buckley opted to start with Jake Keegan up front instead of regular striker Christy Fagan, while there was a first league start for local boy James Doona, and both had opportunities to extend the home side’s lead in the latter stages.

Doona was particularly culpable as he skied a close-range effort over the bar, but the Saints easily held out for a vital three points.

Picture: Martin Doherty

O’Sullivan hero for Shelbourne last week David O’Sullivan was the hero for Shelbourne as the striker followed up last week’s hat-trick against Longford Town with the only goal against Cobh Ramblers at Tolka Park.

O’Sullivan has been in scintillating form for the Reds since making the move from Longford over the winter break, and Friday’s was his fifth goal in four league games.

It wasn’t one of the striker’s more accomplished efforts as he got a slight touch on Dylan Grimes’ ball into the box and beat Paul Hunt in the Cobh goal. Monday night saw Shels seal an EA Sports Cup second-round place with a comfortable 3-0 win over Bray Wanderers at the Carlisle Grounds.

The Reds led 2-0 at the break thanks to goals from last season’s top scorer James English and Gavin Boyne, before English rounded off the victory with his second of the game just past the hour. Owen Heary’s side will face Drogheda United or St Mochta’s in the next

Bohemians scored a last minute winner against Bray.

Picture: Martin Doherty

round.

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SKERRIES HARPS Well done to the Senior Camogie Team on their Leinster League 2 Quarter Final win over Celbridge. Semi-final takes place on Saturday the 31st vs Ballyholland AWAY. AFL9 defeated Round Towers (C) on Friday the 23rd of March & AFL2 had a good win over Scoil Ui Chonaill on Sunday morning. AFL4 recorded a draw against Castleknock.

Juvenile Action over the weekend saw some great wins for our Moriarty’s Supervalu sponsored U14 Div 3 Boys, U15 Div 1 Boys, U15 Div 8 Boys and the KMR Catering sponsored U14 Girls.

Congratulations to Sorcha Murphy and the Dublin U16A Camogie team on their Championship win over Wexford today.

Fixtures: Wed 28th March, Senior Ladies vs Clann Mhuire Home & Junior Ladies vs Sylvesters AWAY. Saturday the 31st of March Senior Camogie vs Ballyholland Away (Leinster League Semi Final). See www.skerriesharps.ie/fixtures for details of all upcoming games.

Skerries Harps Annual Membership fees are due by next Saturday the 31st March and are available for renewal online at www.skerriesharps.ie/club-membership. Forms are also available in the clubhouse. All Players (Adult & Juvenile) must have membership and injury fund fees paid up this coming week.

Adult & Juvenile Games Weekly Meetings continue this coming Thursday 29th March in the Clubhouse.

Zingo Result: 6-4-2-5-7-3-1. We had No Winner of our €2,100 Jackpot and No Dividend Winner. Jackpot now €2,200. Dividend €150.

Next Draw will take place Easter Sunday 1st April in the Clubhouse at 7pm. How do you win!

You buy a ticket! You can also play on line at skerriesharps.ie and follow the links. Envelopes only €2 or 3 for €5.

UPCOMING FUNDRAISING AND SOCIAL Events • Skerries Harps 2018 Golfing Schedule is now available to view on our website www.skerriesharps.ie/news. Contact Paul on 0851740474 for details.

• Theatre Night Wed 18th April. Proceeds from the opening night of Skerries Theatre Group production of the Cripple of Inishmaan will go to the Club. Tickets €10 Available from Joanne 0864058523 and Fergal 086 8984657.

Need something for your children to do over the Easter break??Skerries Harps have activities to keep your children active.

• Easter Hurling and Camogie tournament for 3rd to 6th class children on Monday 26thWednesday 28th March 10am-1pm Free of charge. Give Hurling and Camogie a try in a fun environment.

• Week 2 Easter camp for 5-13year olds Tuesday 3rd -Thursday 5th April from 10am to 2pm each day. Gaelic games football, hurling and Camogie along with fun games and challenges.

Cost €35 per child 2nd child €30.

Harps Juvenile Academy. Term 3 commences on April 7th and runs until June. You can register for Term 3 on Thursday next 29th March from 6-8pm in clubhouse. Cost €55.

Clubhouse available for Functions/Parties Contact Pat on 087-2505479 for details, or email bookings.skerriesharps@gmail.com

JUNIOR RUGBY FINAL: BLACKROCK COME OUT VICTORIOUS IN

St Mary’s lose out in Junior final to Blackrock

BL ACKROCK College emerged victorious from a Bank of Ireland Leinster Rugby Schools Junior Cup final of swinging fortunes at Donnybrook, on Wednesday.

They set the tone from the kick-off, their lock Rory McGuire bounding forward through arm tackles for 30 metres.

Left wing Michael Nealon twice threatened down the touchline where he was met

by St Mary’s College scrum-half Seanán Devereux the first time and centre Rob Nolan the second.

McGuire was yellow carded for a high tackle to allow St Mary’s an access point at the lineout.

It was Nolan with the tackle on number eight Sean Dempsey and into hooker Milo Byrnes, the latter leaving the field on the advice of touch judge Susan Carty.

St Mary’s probed from an attacking lineout, centre Barra O’Loughlin

making the biggest dent ahead of captain Adam Mulvihill’s dive to the line for full-back Max Svejdar to convert for 7-0 in the 11th minute.

This was just the tonic they needed to fuel their confidence, moving the ball until McGuire and prop Scott Barron countered at the ruck.

The counter ruck came in handy again on foot of Brownlee’s thunderous tackle on O’Loughlin. ‘ Ro c k w i n g H a r r y Whelan testing out Svejdar’s tackle technique, the ball brought back to the left for centre Tom Henderson to squeeze in at the posts, out-half Michael Moloney converting in the 19th minute.

This did not turn the tide as St Mary’s returned to attack, preferring the hard driving of their forwards to the men further out.

St Mary’s switched it up by spreading the play wide where ‘Rock lock Naoise Golden got in on

the ball for a penalty turnover.

B l a c k ro c k h a d a n advantage in speed on the outside and Nealon had to be shunted into touch by Ross Moore.

S t M a r y ’s b r a v e defence keeping McGuire and prop Scott Barron held up off the f loor before Brownlee just about got downward pressure for Moloney to make it 14-7 at the break.

Blackrock were a different proposition when they came back out, mixing power and pace to draw a penalty for Moloney to make it 17-7 in the 33rd minute.

Left wing Nealon went close to their third from a kick ahead, Svejdar covering quickly to win the footrace.

St Mary’s refused to b re a k , p l ay i n g t h e i r best rugby of the competition in adversity to

drive the ball and move it cleanly.

Blackrock soaked up the carriers until St Mary’s lock Daniel Leane spun out of a tackle for a try, converted by Svejdar in the 45th minute.

Replacement hooker Max Patterson was the tail gunner of a ‘Rock maul that made it all the way for Moloney to convert in the 56th minute and secure the Cup.

Peamount pip Kilkenny to win

Peamount Utd made it two for two over Kilkenny in Greenogue last week. Picture: Adrian Langtry / Sportsfile

PEAMOUNT United made it two wins from two in the Women’s National League with a 4-0 victory over Kilkenny United on Saturday.

Ireland striker Amber Barrett scored a hat-trick, while fellow international Áine O’Gorman scored her third of the season, as last year’s runners-up ground down their resolute visitors.

The result leaves the Peas top of the table going into the quarter-finals of the Shield next week.

Peamount took the lead after 17 minutes. Goal number three was a superb effort from Barrett, who picked the ball and drove inside, finishing left-footed.

Barrett sealed her hat-trick 11 minutes from time,

keeping a calm head after being slipped through by Eleanor Ryan Doyle. The woodwork denied her a fourth in injury time.

“We had lots of possession but Kilkenny made us really work hard for the goals we scored,” Peamount managerJames O’Callaghan told the Dublin Gazette.

“After Kilkenny lost to Limerick, people were probably expecting it to be a handy game for Peamount but it was far from it.”

O’Callaghan revealed the squad are training three nights a week to take it to the next level. “We’re doing extra sessions, to keep developing. The girls keep working hard trying to get better at what we’re doing.”

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JUNIOR CUP FACE-OFF

Blackrock College raise the Bank of Ireland Leinster Rugby Schools cup last week Picture:Paul Lundy

FLAG FOOTBALL NFL Star coaches Dublin schoolkids

Earl Thomas of the Seattle Seahawks at the Dublin Indoor Football venue in Santry, where he helped coach Peter Collins and over 100 other school pupils taking part in a special flag football tournament – held as part of an NFL UK Live roadshow.

The pupils at the event – who came from Our Lady of Lourdes and John Scottus Primary Schools – were given an introduction to one of the fastest growing sports in Ireland before taking part in the flag football tournament.

BASKETBALL: DUBLIN NARROWLY MISS OUT ON TOP TITLES

Disappointment for Dublin in Waterford  DAVE DONNELLY

THERE was triple disappointment for Dublin sides at the Basketball Ireland National League finals as Black Amber Templeogue, Courtyard Liffey Celtics and Dublin Lions all tasted defeat at the WIT Arena in Waterford on Saturday.

Black Amber Templeogue fell to a 73-61 defeat against Tralee Warriors in the Men’s Super League Champions Trophy final in a repeat of last year’s final.

In the Women’s Super League final, Liffey Celtics were bested 76-63 by UCC Glanmire in another meeting between the two sides who duked out last year’s final.

And Dublin Lions missed out on the opportunity to be crowned Men’s Division One League Cup champions as they lost by an 88-72 scoreline to Carlow IT. The first game of the day saw Black Amber look to take revenge over Tralee Warriors in a game that, 12 months ago, had gone all the way to the wire with the Kerry side taking a 74-73 overtime win.

It was a more comfortable win for the Munster side this time out, with Paul Dick and Trae Pemberton spearheading a prolific attack.

Templeogue led following the end of a fiercely-contested first quarter thanks to baskets from Jason Killeen and Lorcan Murphy edging them into a 17-14 lead.

Tralee took charge from there and led by nine points, 54-45, going into the final quarter and, despite an impressive 22-point haul for Killeen, they maintained an eightpoint margin at the finish.

Liffey Celtics fell just short against Glanmire for the second time in a year in a game that was much closer than the final scoreline suggests.

Celtics held a five-point lead going in after the first quarter, with Aine O’Connor lively in attack as a high-scoring opening

Dublin Lions were defeated at the hands of Carlow IT last weekend. Picture: Rockmountain Studios

ended 20-15.

A decisive second quarter saw Glanmire run into a ten-point lead, which they maintained until the end of the third quarter.

O’Connor and Devon Brookshire fronted a massive effort by Liffeys in the final quarter and they managed to make it a

three-point game with a minute remaining, before Glanmire closed it out.

Dublin Lions put in a huge final quarter against Carlow IT as they attempted to rein in a 19-point deficit but, despite Tiernan Howe high-scoring with 19, they couldn’t quite close the gap.

Paracycling duo finish near the top

KATIE-George Dunlevy and Eve McCrystal finished seventh in the Women’s B Tandem 1km Time Trial at the UCI 2018 Para-cycling Track World Championships with a time of 1.12.509. The Great Britain bike of Sophie Thornhill and Helen Scott won in a phenomenal time of 1.05.079.

Earlier Ronan Grimes was eighth in the Men’s C4 4km Individual Pursuit with 4.55.538. The Galway born rider has made a solid mark for himself in his world championship debut this week. The Individual Pursuit was won by Jozef Metelka

from Slovakia.

In the Men’s B Tandem 1km Time Trial, Martin Gordon and Eamonn Byrne kicked off their own world campaign, finishing 14th with a time of 1.05.507, just ahead of Peter Ryan and Sean Hahessy who were 16th with 1.06.426. Great Britain were dominant again, with Neil Fachie and Matthew Rotherham in a time of 59.686.

Dunlevy and McCrystal won a bronze medal in the Women’s B Tandem 3km Individual Pursuit, and today they switched focus to the sprint focused 1km Time Trial.

Their time was just 0.2 seconds off their personal best.

Speaking after the event McCrystal said “We have to be happy with that! It’s not our favoured event, so to come away with that time is a good ride for us. We are in a good place for the season ahead.”

In the Men’s B Tandem 1km Time Trials Ryan and Hahessy were one of the early starters but were forced to restart later after a mishap off the start. The pairing of Gordon and Byrne raced well to finish 14th. This

is their second year competing at the Track World Championships.

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Dubs get league wake-up call A last gasp Fintan Kelly point saw Monaghan edge out Dublin in Sunday’s NFL1 clash at Croke Park.

It was a reminder for Dublin, prior to their league final against Galway, safe in the knowledge that a repeat performance will not be good enough to beat the westerners on Sunday.

It was the Farney men’s first victory over Dublin at Croke Park since 1968. It was received with great celebration by fans who travelled for the match.

Despite the fact that this was a dead rubber, with Dublin already in this Sunday’s league final against Galway and Monaghan having already secured their top flight league status, this game was highly competitive.

The sides were level, 0-8 to 1-5, at the break, with Vinny Corey hitting the Monaghan goal, but Dublin gained the upperhand in the ten minutes following David Byrne’s point to make it 0-15 to 1-10.

Then came Jack McCarron’s crucial goal when his cheeky lobbed shot over Dublin goalie EvanComerford dropped just under the crossbar.

Dublin were reduced to 14 men when Philly McMahon, who had scored 0-2 from play, was red-carded on a second yellow offence.

The game concluded in a flurry of scores with Brian Fenton bringing Dublin level before sub McCarron nosed the Farney men back in front.

Raheny’s Brian Howard fired a super point and it looked like it was headed for a draw until Monaghan launched one last attack and were rewarded with Kelly’s winning score.

CUALA BECOME 8TH CLUB IN GAA HISTORY TO DEFEND ALL IRELAND TITLE

Mark Doyle from AIB, presents Seán Moran of Cuala with the Man of the Match award for his outstanding performance in the AIB Senior Hurling Club Championship Final Replay against Na Piarsaigh. Picture: André Corvin / Sportsfile

Cuala grab the title in All Ireland replay ALL IRELAND CLUB HURLING TITLE Cuala 2-17 Na Piarsaigh 1-17  JAMES HENDICOTT

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ECSTATIC Dalkey Club Cuala took the All Ireland Club Hurling Title for the second consecutive year on Saturday, after a late-late show saw off the phenomenal challenge Limerick’s Na Piarsaigh.

Cuala twice saved themselves in the dying seconds the first time around on St Patrick’s Day, in a contest that truly looked lost at the end of normal time.

A deflected free from Sean Moran nestled in the back of the Limerick club’s net to force extra time that day, and David Treacy snatched a replay with a final second point at the death.

It was two second half Cuala goals that had looked key this time around.

Instead, Na Piarsaigh briefly pulled themselves back in front of the holders with two minutes to go, but Cuala hold their nerve.

The Limerick club were the early

pacesetters in Portlaoise, grabbing a two point lead, before Cuala hit four in a row to lead by the same margin.

Treacy’s set-piece play was again critical in the early period, as Cuala drew plenty of frees from the opposition, and he added five first half placed points to the twelve he hit first time around. Adrian Breen was looking dangerous at the other end, however, and Na Piarsaigh narrowed the gap slightly at half time, with Cuala going in with the tightest of 0-10 to 0-9 leads.

Few would have bet against a second replay at half time, then. The game was very much about snatched opportunities and fiercely contested all over the pitch, with the scoring only reaching as high as it did due to the consistent finishing at both ends.

There wasn’t the same edginess to Cuala as a week earlier, however, and while their control was never close to complete, they always looked the slightly more likely of the two.

Cuala captain Paul Schutte had to be withdrawn injured over half time, however, and while Shane Stapleton

proved an able replacement, Schutte’s loss could easily have been critical in the battle to repel Breen, who’d proven particularly effective for the Limerick club.

Critically, the Dalkey side had a perfect two minutes in them, eight minutes into the second half. A Nicky Kenny interception in the Na Piarsaigh defence saw him take maximum advantage, with Schutte adding a second almost straight afterwards, after he finished a winding solo run from close range to hand Cuala an extremely promising looking 2-11 to 0-11 lead.

Perhaps inevitably, Na Piarsaigh hit back with their strongest period of play. A smartly taken goal from David Breen and a period of sustained possession and sharp shooting had the Limerick club

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back in an unlikely single-point lead with a couple of minutes left on the clock.

Cuala had that vital final kick, and were not to be denied. Con O’Callaghan, a pair of David Treacy frees and a Mark Schutte point deep into stoppage time came from a period of critically-timed dominance, and finally put this final to bed, with the men in red running out 2-17 to 1-17 victors.

After one of the strongest and most compelling finales to the club championship in years, Cuala become only the eighth club side in GAA history to defend an All Ireland title, and the first in hurling since 2009.

They have a break of just three weeks before stepping into Dublin Championship action once again.

The game was very much about snatched opportunities and fiercely contested all over the pitch

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SOCCER: U21’S BEAT OUT AZERBAIJAN IN TALLAGHT

Dramatic finale keeps Ireland’s U21 hopes alive  DAVE DONNELLY

DUBLINERS Danny Kane, Olamide Shodipo and Jake Mulraney played their part in a dramatic finale as Ireland kept their under21 European Championships hopes alive with a win over Azerbaijan.

The hosts looked to have let the win slip from their grasp at Tallaght Stadium on Tuesday night as, despite a succession of chances, they couldn’t break down a stubborn Azeri side.

However Yeovil Town defender Shaun Donnellan netted in the sixth minute of injury time to rescue all three points for Noel King’s side and induce hysteria at Tallaght Stadium.

The result leaves Ireland second in qualifying Group 5, three points behind leaders Germany with a game in hand. Ireland face the Germans home and away in September and October.

King welcomed back to the fold goalkeeper Kieran O’Hara and midfielder Declan Rice following

their involvement with the senior side, Rice having won man of the match on his debut against Turkey.

And West Ham’s Rice was a key figure for Ireland throughout as the home side controlled possession throughout against an Azerbaijan side content to sit in and play for a draw.

The hosts began the game as they meant to go on, on the front foot, and both Reece Grego-Cox and Ronan Curtis had shots from distance in the opening minutes that went well wide.

Ireland finally managed to hit the target a minute before half time as Manning forced a decent stop from Kamran Ibrahimov, and the keeper saved well again from Grego-Cox’s follow-up.

Ireland piled on the pressure as the hour approached and, after Mulraney’s replacement Shodipo was fouled, Manning forced Ibrahimov into a fine save.

Moments later, Manning’s cross was headed goalwards by Donnel-

OLAF’S TRIUMPH Brigids lose out to Olaf’s at Russell Park LAST Sunday saw St Brigids defeated at home

by Saint Olaf’s in a match enjoyed by all, both spectators and teams alike. The final score saw Brigids lose to the Southside team, 0-4 to Olaf’s 3-07.

Picture: Martin Doherty

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ST SYLVESTERS St Sylvester’s GAA Club, Malahide is delighted to officially announce STRANDUM, an Irish-owned software development company specialising in HR systems and software, as the major sponsor of its glittering evening of entertainment ‘A Night At The Oskars’! The club wishes to thank Brendan Carney for his fantastic support.

Taking place on Saturday April 21 at The Crowne Plaza, Santry, the moviethemed evening is the latest large fund-raising event in aid of the ‘Club For All Seasons 2020’ Broomfield Development Plan. Over 60 club members have already signed up to act as stars or extras in seven well-known movie scenes, including Forrest Gump, The Snapper, Castaway, The Field, Misery, Father Ted and A Few Good Women’.

Rehearsals with the brave amateurs have begun with the help of a professional acting tutor and the movie scenes will be filmed by an experienced film crew between now and the awards night. The excitement is already reaching fever pitch and all associated with the club can’t wait to see them on the big screen at the glittering awards ceremony, to be attended by over 650 people!

St Sylvester’s are offering companies the opportunity to promote their business to Club members before and during the night: To support please contact Dee Roche 087 9111158 or Hazel Leonard 087 4158729

Ireland’s U21’s celebrating after their Tallaght Stadium win. Picture: Football Association Ireland

lan but it was headed off the line, before the same player saw another goalbound header denied by a defender.

Ireland’s best effort of the game thus far came courtesy of the excellent Rice, as his shot from outside the box dipped inches over the crossbar and rippled the top side of the net.

Disaster almost struck for Ireland three minutes

from time as substitute Omar Buludov broke from the left and struck a furious shot goalward that O’Hara could only tip onto the crossbar.

It looked like Ireland would have to settle for a point until long past the five allotted minutes of added time, Donnellan hooked the ball home after Ronan Hale’s header had been saved.

ST FINIANS The AFL4 team beat namesakes St Finians Newcastle on Sunday morning in Nevinstown.

The Nursery & Academy sponsored by Sky Handling Partner will take a break for the Easter holiday weekend but will resume at the usual times 10am & 11:30am respectively on Saturday 7th April.

Please note that both River Valley & Ridgewood pitches are unplayable until next Friday 30th March at the earliest for both training and matches. The pitches & fixtures coordinator will endeavour to accommodate affected teams with alternatives where possible.

Please support the Easter bag packing fundraiser in Dunnes Stores Pavilions Saturday 31st March 8am to 6pm. Coaches will be contacting members to arrange slots.

A final reminder that the Easter Camp will take place from Tuesday 3rd April to Friday 6th April 2018. Prices are €40 for 1st child member, €70 for 2 children and 3 children plus €90. For non-members it’s €50.Those registered as attending the Nursery, Academy or Development Academy (2011 boys & girls teams) are classified as members. Parents can register on the club website stfinians.com.

Forms are also available in the clubhouse office or to download from Easter Camps menu on the club website. The closing date for online registrations is 1pm Saturday 31st March.

A huge thanks to Hennessy & Perrozzi local solicitors,Town Centre Mall, Swords who sponsored a new set of jerseys for the Under 8, 2010 girls. St Finians asks its members, parents & supporters to support the club’s sponsors.

Details of the Club’s submission to Fingal County Council on the proposed all weather pitch facility for River Valley have been circulated to members and are on the Club Facebook page.

Well done to Ciara Buchanan from the Adult Camogie Team who represented the club on the Dublin Premier Junior Camogie team in their Division 2 away clash with Derry on Sunday.

Membership subscriptions for 2018 are now due. Payments can be made online under Club Membership on the homepage of the club website www.stfinians.com .

There are Aerobics & Fitness classes taking place in the Clubhouse Activity on Monday, Wednesday evenings. For further details, please contact Bernie at 085 135 9766.

Club Lotto - The Club Lotto jackpot on the 23rd March was €2500 and the numbers drawn were 2, 19, 23, 26. There was no winner. There will be no Lotto next week as it’s Good Friday. The next Lotto draw will take place on Friday 5th April and the jackpot will be €2600.

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Determined Dublin are focused on a final win

 DAVE DONNELLY

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JOHN Small says the Dublin footballers have already put last weekend’s surprise defeat to Monaghan behind them as they prepare for the National League final against Galway on Sunday.

Monaghan beat Dublin at Croke Park for the first time ever thanks to Fintan Kelly’s late point to ensure the Dubs finished their regular season on a loss.

It had no bearing on t h e f i n a l s t a n d i n g s, however, as Jim Gavin’s side had already booked a Croke Park showdown with the Tribesmen this Sunday.

And Ballymun Kickhams clubman – who saw his clubmate Philly McMahon dismissed for a second yellow – says they’ve taken lessons where required and are fully focused on the final.

“It was a very competitive game, two good teams going at it,” Small said.

“Obviously we were d i s a p p o i n te d to l o se but Monaghan did well.

It was a tough physical game.

“Probably from our perspective our passing was a bit off and it gives us something to work on, looking ahead to the final.

“We go out every day to try to do our best, represent the group as best we can and we probably didn’t perform to how we

Dublin will face Galway in Croke Park this Sunday. Picture: Seb Daly / Sportsfile

“We’ll try to stick to our philosophies and principals“ - Ballymun Kickhams and Dublin

player John Small ahead of their bout on Sunday

wanted to last Sunday.

“We don’t dwell on it.

We just prepare for the next time. We review and then we move on and we prepare for the next game.”

“It’s the same for every game, you’re trying to go out and prepare as best you can.

“Fellas are fighting for a chance and opportunity to represent the group.

You can’t be thinking like that.”

Coach Gavin concurred,

adding that they can’t afford to make the same mistakes two weeks in a row against top-tier opposition.

He said: “We just didn’t perform well enough. We had plenty of opportunities in the game, gave away a lot of it to Monaghan.

“If you do that to a quality side like Monaghan, they’re going to punish you. We’ll look at what we did well and try to replicate that next week.

“ O u r k i c k- p a s s i n g, hand-passing - we g ave aw a y a l o t o f possession which w o u l d n’t b e t o o u r standards. If we have a repeat performance n e x t we e ke n d , we ’ l l make life difficult for ourselves.”

Defender Small said he’s ready for the challenge Galway will present – the sort of physical contest relished by a ny d e fe n c e - m i n d e d player.

T h e i r m o s t re c e n t meeting at Pearse Park saw Eoghan O ’G a r a s e n t o f f a n d coach Jason Sherlock involved in a scuff le that saw him handed an eight-week ban.

S m a l l s a i d : “ T h ey play a physical game and we are happy to take it whatever way it comes, whether it’s open or physical, we’ll play it and try to stick to our philosophies and principles.

“It was a tough physical game in Salthill, like all the games are, s o I e x p e c t i t to b e physical on Sunday. “ T h e y ’v e a l o t o f ve r y go o d p l aye rs.

There’s a lot of expectation on them and they’ve justified that in the Allianz League so far.

“They’ve only conceded one goal in the whole league so it’ll be a very difficult game.”