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Gardai may have Griffeen gunman on suspect hitlist Authorities narrow list to ID the potential murderer who killed Mark Desmond

 IAN BEGLEY GARDAI have established a list of potential shooters they believe could be behind last week’s shooting of notorious criminal Mark Desmond.

Desmond was gunned

down in Griffeen Valley Park on Friday evening after being chased a short distance.

A blue Mazda car was discovered burned out close to the scene, along with a gun found inside the vehicle on Haydens Lane.

Gardai believe the suspected serial killer may be the latest victim of the KinahanHutch blood feud.

Cllr William Lavelle said that locals he has spoken to are “extremely shocked and upset” that such a violent

murder occurred so close to where they live.

He said: “2016 saw a lot of gangland murders, but to have one happen so close to where you live is very upsetting.”

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LUCAN | BOOST FOR LIFFEY VALLEY AREA AS 3,000 SQ M DEALERSHIP TO OPEN

40 jobs announced for new Toyota showroom  AISLING KENNEDY LUCAN will benefit from 40 new jobs following the opening of Toyota Liffey Valley’s showroom.

The 3,000 square meters dealership houses an 11 car showroom, a 14 bay workshop featuring pre-NCT and inspection bays along with dedicated Express

Servicing bays to provide the ultimate in customer convenience.

The new dealership will create a total of 40 new jobs within sales, aftersales

and administrative roles.

“From my years of leadership, I understand that the key to success of any business is the importance of recruiting and tutoring

the right people and building a strong team,” said Tom Staunton, owner/ dealer of the new showroom.

“I am very proud of the

people who have joined the Toyota Liffey Valley team to date and look forward to welcoming new staff to join us on our journey.”

The bright new Toyota Liffey Vally showrooms

That’s right babe – we want everybody to support Crumlin TV3 presenter and CMRF Crumlin ambassador Lucy Kennedy was delighted to help these tiny tots launch CMRF Crumlin’s Tiny Hearts Christmas appeal, to raise money for life-saving new equipment in the cardiology unit, as well as funding vital research and equipment. So have a heart, and help keep tiny hearts beating with a donation of €45, €80 or €250.

Call 1890 5075 08, or see www.cmrf.org.

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Keep waste to a minimum IN THE run up to Christmas South Dublin County Council is taking an opportunity to give you some helpful hints on how to have an enjoyable Christmas but still prevent waste.

1. Serve food in bowls rather that dishing up on plates. This way the leftovers can be easily used.

2. Keep children’s portion sizes appropriate, for additional information on this look at the HSE publication “what is a serving side” on www. safefood.eu.

3. Go against tradition! If there is something on the Christmas menu that nobody really likes or more probable that no one has room for, why not leave it out this year.

4. Pay particular attention when planning parties or dinners for guests. Try to limit the amount of quickly perishable foods served on the night to what you know will be used.

Leftovers from a party are a hard sell when a house is full of “goodies”. Have some non-perishable snacks in stock which can remain unopened until the perishable items are used.

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| THE DUBS DROP BY THE LUCAN CENTRE TO SAY HELLO

Nicola Ryan, Jayden Murphy, Dean Rock, Denise and Aaron Rooney with Sam

Lennon Ryan. Pictures: Stephen Fleming Photography

Big Sam is Lucan up!

Boys and girls from the senior school waiting with eager anticipation for Sam

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Dean Rock and Carl Quinn

HE Lucan Centre was the place to be yesterday when Sam Maguire dropped in with his pals from the Senior Dublin Football team, the All Ireland Champions. As the pictures show, everybody had an absolute ball as the players worked the room, but the real star of the show were the kids ... oh, and Sam of course!

Olise Maxwell

Yasmin Johnston and Dean Rock

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LUCAN | SOME RESIDENTS ACTUALLY HEARD THE GUN SHOTS FROM THEIR HOMES

Locals in shock at brutal murder of notorious criminal  EMMA NOLAN AND IAN BEGLEY

LOCALS are in shock after the brutal murder of notorious criminal Mark Desmond on Friday night – many of them even heard the gun shots from their homes.

The gangster, who was nicknamed “The Guinea Pig”, was shot six times in Griffeen Valley Park in Lucan after he was lured there for what he thought was a drug deal, in a vicious double cross.

Cllr William Lavelle said that locals he has spoken to are “extremely shocked and upset” that such a violent murder occurred so close to where they live.

“I have spoken directly to residents from the Griffeen Glen and Elm estates and they cannot believe that this has happened so close to home. Some of them

actually heard the gunshots but thought they were just fireworks.

“2016 saw a lot of gangland murders, but to have one happen so close to where you live is very upsetting,” he said.

“That park is the heart of our community; thousands of people use it every day.”

The Fianna Gail councillor said that there is a “general feeling of shock and fear” in the area which was made even more apparent when locals weren’t allowed to access the park on Saturday morning.

“People are upset that the good name of Lucan has been dragged down by this, and to be associated with such a notorious criminal,” he added.

Cllr Danny O’Brien (SF) echoed Cllr Lavelle, saying that many residents have expressed their shock to him too.

Cllr O’Brien said that residents hope

that this incident doesn’t “attract more anti-social behaviour” to Griffeen Park and the surrounding area.

“The general feeling among locals is just amazement,” he said.

“It’s a very quiet area and there is often some anti-social behaviour – some kids started small fires in the park recently – but nothing to this extent.”

Mark Desmond was charged with the horrific “canal murders” of Patrick Murray, 19, and Darren Carey, 20, in 1999, only to have the charges dropped by the DPP the following year.

The latest development in the case is the discovery of a second firearm left behind at the scene in a grassy area near a burning blue Mazda 6 at Hayden’s Lane in Lucan.

Gardai confirmed that they are examining both of the recovered guns and that

investigations are ongoing.

Cllr Liona O’Toole (NP) said she was “horrified” to hear of the ruthless killing that took place last weekend in her neighbouring park.

She said: “I actually grew up living beside the person who was shot. I also knew the two boys who he was suspected of murdering by the Grand Canal over 20 years ago.

“As a member of the Joint Policing Committee for South Dublin County Council, I have continually pushed for CCTV to be implemented in Lucan particularly in our parks.

“I am also aware that Lucan does not currently get sufficient level of gardai as it is considered to be a quieter area compared to other parts of West Dublin.

“This belief has led to a severe underresourcing of gardai in Lucan.”

Adamstown Community College kids visit the Dail Local TD and Tanaiste Frances Fitzgerald organised for 5th year students from Adamstown Community College to visit Leinster House and receive a tour of the Dáil.

Speaking after the pupils

made their visit, Fitzgerald said: “I hope that the children found today’s trip interesting and educational. They were learning about politics and the election and I am pleased that they have seen the Dáil in action, to answer

their questions about my role as their TD, Tánaiste and Minister for Justice.

These students are also one of the select schools who are doing the trial version of the new Leaving Certificate Politics course.

FASTNews

Big whack for McDonald’s THE McDonald’s drive-through in Lucan is now on the market for a McWhopping €1.77m.

Jane Dolan of Agents Cushman & Wakefield is seeking offers of more than €1,770,000 for the restaurant which will show a net initial yield of 7.03% after allowing for standard purchaser costs of 4.46%.

The property is let to McDonalds on a 35-year lease from May 2005 at a passing rent of €130,000 per annum.

The lease provides for five yearly upwards-only rent reviews based on the entire premises.

Making pool access for all A NEW devise that assists those who have difficulty entering swimming pools has been installed at Stewarts Sports Centre, Palmerstown – the first of its kind in Ireland.

Pool Pod is a pool lift that provides dignified independent access to swimming pools. It is designed for any swimmer who finds using a pool ladder inappropriate and is set to revolutionise the swimming experience for many wheelchair users and people with reduced mobility.

Daniel Fagan of Stewarts Sports Centre said: “Swimmers can choose to use the pool pod with the custom designed submersible wheelchair or can alternatively remain standing while they descend to a comfortable depth.

“The Pool Pod also has a higher dependable chair available for users who require additional head and back support.

“This chair called Aqua tilt is the first adjustable, tilting, submersible wheelchair developed as an addition to the Pool Pod. It can be operated by pool staff as well as Stewarts Sports Centre staff.”

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Out and About

Richard and Matie McCabe with Des Kelly

Festive family fun and a charity cycle It’s a sea of festive red as all the Santas prepare to set off along the route. Pictures: Alison O’Hanlon

Supporting their dads, David Murphy (8) and Preston Murray (7)

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HERE was a huge turn out for this year’s Laurels Charity Crew Santa Cycle to raise much needed funds for Crumlin Children’s Hospital. The atmosphere was dynamite, with flashing fairy lights, red noses and santas galore. To date, they’ve raised over €600,000 for CMRF by staging charity cycles from Galway to Dublin, 10k fun runs and – now in its second year, the Santa Cycle from the Phoenix Park to Clondalkin village via the city centre, passing by Crumlin Children’s Hospital on the way. Also pictured (on Page 7), Liffey Valley hosted their annual free Christmas Family Fun Day. It was even bigger and better this year with lots of great activities to get involved in for everyone of all ages.

Georgina Moore, John Moran, Elisabeth Harling and Lisa Cullen

It’s a battle of the fittest as they pedal towards the finishing line

Santa meets a snowman

Gerry, Pauline and Ryan McCarthy

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SCHOOLS | PUPILS SUSPENDED AT KING’S HOSPITAL AS AUTHORITIES INVESTIGATE

Concern expressed over alleged assault  IAN BEGLEY AN TAOISEACH Enda Kenny said he would be “very upset” if the allegations of a sexual assault on a 13-year-old boy from King’s Hospital were true.

The incident, which allegedly involved as many as 15 students at the exclusive Palmerstown secondary school, allegedly occurred last Thursday.

It is reported that the boys crowded into a four-bedroom dormitory where some sexually assaulted the 13-year-old with a

hockey stick.

Speaking to reporters this week, Mr Kenny said: “I’d be very upset if that allegation is true. I know the authorities have now been informed – Tusla and the Gardai.

“Ireland has very strong child security systems. Children are central to government. We have enshrined in the Constitution a minister for children and support for both the Department of Education and Tusla.

“I do hope that the allegations that have been made are

dealt with quickly and effectively by the authorities.”

According to The Irish Times, one of the eight boys suspended from the school since the allegedly incident said the 13-year-old was bearhugged onto a bed by one boy and had his pants taken down by another.

He said a hockey stick was taken out and three pupils separately touched the 13-yearold’s tailbone with it before he was given a choice of having it inserted into his body or agree-

ing to fight another boy.

The boy is said to have chosen to fight, which resulted in the two grappling one another and putting their hands around each other’s necks.

At least four boys present allegedly took out their phones and recorded the fight, which eventually fizzled out, leaving the 13-year-old and three other boys, who slept there in the dormitory there.

The school authorities have since ordered that the phones used to film the fight be handed

in. Eight of those who allegedly took part in the allegedly incident were suspended; one of whom has decided he will not be returning to King’s Hospital.

Lucan gardai are now investigating the incident.

In a joint statement issued recently, archbishops Richard Clarke and Michael Jackson, and Bishop Pat Storey of the Church of Ireland, expressed their “sincere concern” and offered their “thoughts and prayers for the child and family at the centre of the incident”.

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Awareness for safety needed IN THE last number of years there has been a noticeable increase in the number of quads and scrambler bikes being used in an inappropriate manner in urban towns and cities.

This issue was brought up at a recent Joint Policing Committee (JPC) meeting in South Dublin.

An awareness campaign is to be launched about the correct use of quads bikes and scramblers, requesting parents who are considering buying these bikes as a Christmas present for their child to make sure that they are properly informed.

The ‘Fight the beast, don’t become obese’ team

Fighting the beast that is obesity A NEW cookbook aimed at fighting the obesity crisis among young people in Ireland was officially launched by Chef Gearoid Lynch at FIRE Restaurant in the Mansion House.

‘Fight the beast don’t become obese’ was presented by Blanchardstown Community Training Centre in partnership with Baltic Regional Fund (Latvia) and Agenzija Zghazagh (Malta).

The project aimed to address two major needs necessary to start fighting the obesity crisis among

Becky and Kristiana - service with a smile

young people. Firstly, the need of understanding food labels and nutritional values of foods and secondly the need of basic cooking skills using fresh, healthy and real ingredients.

Their learning, practical experiences and knowledge gained during the activities is presented in the cookbook created during the project.

The book is translated into three languages.

It is anticipated that it will encourage people to get cooking and make healthier food choices.

Rob and Wayne are loving the new cookbook

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| A MOVIE FULL OF MAGIC AND INTRIGUING IMAGINATION

Brighdin Colper and Catherine Cullen

Lara McDermott

Ace magician Paul Redmond sets the night on fire. Pictures: Brian McEvoy

Martha McKenham

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HERE was a fantastic atmosphere at the recent Irish premiere of Fantastic Beasts And Where To Find Them, which was officially unveiled at Dublin’s Savoy Theatre. A host of stars lined out for the latest (sort of) installment from the much-loved Harry Potter series, with well-known faces showing up to see it first. Even Harry Potter star Devon Murray attended the red-carpet premiere, looking dapper in a grey suit. There was a great range of different age groups present and all seemed to enjoy the movie.

Kate Hughes, Emma Gray and Lisa Corr

Triona McCarthy

Devon Murray and Jenny Moore

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DUBLINBUSINESS OPINION | 2017 COULD SEE INITIATIVES START TO HELP DUBLINERS

Northern Ireland’s Economy Minister Simon Hamilton with Tony McAleenan, finance firector of RMS Group Services

Boost for Dublin as Belfast cash management firm is set to deliver 20 jobs here A BELFAST firm is to create 20 jobs in Dublin.

RMS Group Services is creating 300 new jobs over the next five years – 20 of which will be based in Dublin.

RMS is one of the UK and Ireland’s largest independent providers of bespoke cash management.

Established in 2005, its services include cash and

valuables in transit, cash processing, coin and note supply, foreign exchange and ATM services.

Tony McAleenan, finance director, said: “We’ve grown the business steadily over the past 11 years, solidifying our position in Northern Ireland whilst breaking into new markets, particularly Great Britain and the Republic of Ireland.”

LASTThursday morning the Mansion House was taken over by students of UCD’s Marketing Smurfit Business School for the bi-annual UCD Business Breakfast, sponsored by Electric Ireland.

Students of the Smurfit Marketing Development Practice Masters course were joined by thought leaders in health and wellness within Irish business.

The theme of the breakfast was, T he Impact of Health and Wellness on Irish Business.

The panel consisted of Niall McGrath, cofounder of Fulfill Nutrition; Dave and Steve Fly nn, founders of Happy Pear; and Aideen

O’Colmain, Corporate Wellness Director at Fitbit.

The theme was discussed from the perspective of their own businesses while also addressing health trends surrounding local and global business in 2017.

Speaking at the event, Steve Flynn discussed the difficulties of starting a health movement and business alike: “It was difficult to start a revolution – we opened a juice bar to get young people involved, and then saw them in the chipper that night.

“It’s all about your perspective and perseverance. They say it takes 10 years to become an overnight success – for us, it took 13.”

With construction cranes popping up again all across the city, Dublin’s housing needs – and the related costs of same, whether for renters or buyers alike – dominate thoughts. Next year could see the city’s need for a more accessible market begin to be achieved, writes Michael Russell.

Taking some steps to tame Bi-annual UCD breakfast Dublin’s property market focuses on health, wellness THE old chestnut of demand exceeding supply is still the hot topic in Dublin this year as we saw activity in the housing market increase steadily.

As a result, prices have increased in the capital by over 6% while doubledigit growth was recorded in the country.

T here is hope for 2017 that initiatives will improve matters, such as: • Help to buy scheme • Central Bank’s modification on the banks’ lending rules • The Government’s Action Plan for housing and homelessness • NAMA’s phased releasing of sites to developers for construction The Help to Buy scheme

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The fast-tracking of to borrow 90% (based on to improve all areas in the income rules) of the pur- property sector, such as planning permission for chase price on any prop- rental, construction and large developments is one erty, removing the cap social housing. measure that should assist originally introduced in It recognises the need in helping demand catch 2015. to tackle all sectors of the up with supply in 2017, but However, we would property market to enable we have a long way to go have been considerably ongoing improvements as our population continues to increase each year. happier if the Government overall.

‘In Dublin, the rental market has become a huge topic as rents soar while landlords exit the market as the incentives to stay diminish’

All the elements for a thriving property market are in place as the economy continues to grow with high employment and consumer confidence increasing.

Hopefully, the banks who are becoming more competitive can start to lend more and help to match the needs of Dublin property buyers.

 MICHAEL RUSSELL Director, Full Circle Financial Services Limited E: Michael@fcfinancial.ie www.fcfinancial.ie

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TRIGGER IS AIMING TO FIND HIS NEW HOME

OUR Dog of the Week looking for his #SpecialSomeone* is Trigger, a tri-pawed three-year-old male Collie cross.

He loves an active life and doesn’t let the fact he only has three legs stop him from living life to the max. Being a typical clever Collie, he always enjoys new challenges, loves the company of other dogs, and would make a great addition to a family who already have a dog.

He is a sweet and loving, active doggie seeking an active family.

Finding a wonderful new home and starting life over again is so important to Trigger, and to us.

If you can be Trigger’s #SpecialSomeone*, then please contact Dogs Trust on 01 879 1000. They are based in Finglas, just off Exit 5 on the M50. Map and directions can be found on their website, www.dogstrust. ie. You can also find them on Facebook, at www.facebook.com/ dogstrustirelandonline, or on Twitter @ DogsTrust_IE.

MUSIC: SOUL’S RISING STAR TALKS TO THE GAZETTE ABOUT NEW ALBUM NON-FICTION WIN: A signed copy of Brian Deady’s new album Non-Fiction AND a pair of tickets to see him play at the New Year’s Festival in St Stephen’s Green

Deady does it the hard way  MIRIAM DOONA

BRIAN Deady is looking to top off a fantastic year by helping Dubliners ring in the new one on December the 31st.

The up-and-coming soul man, who was recently snapped up by Decca Records, has been making the music industry sit up and take notice with the re-release of his second album, Non-Fiction, last month.

And in three weeks he’ll rub shoulders with Walking On Cars, The Blizzards and Little Hours for a massive live show from the iconic setting of St Stephen’s Green for this year’s 3Countdown Concert.

The talented song-writer took time out to describe the whirlwind last few months to The Gazette, during which he revealed the inspiration for his unique brand of R&B, one of whom is esteemed US record producer Nile Rodgers.

Rodgers, co-founder of disco legends Chic, has collaborated with everyone

from Lady GaGa, David Bowie, Madonna and Pharrell Williams, so for a lad from West Cork to work with such an influential giant of the industry was a dream.

Brian told The Gazette: “Meeting Nile Rogers was great, it was that extra push when you needed it. He is just sound, he has gone past trying to be cool... he’s genuine, he has no agenda to impress.

“The last few months have been so busy and getting caught up with so many different things and so many choices; which manager to choose, which label.

“So, I have gone through that phase and every now and again, I have to say... ‘Hang on, this is really good…enjoy this’.”

On his dream collaborations, he said: “I’ve only recently been introduced to co-writing. I’ve always wanted to work with someone like Pharrell – I think we have similar influences. It’s cool to see how other people work. I was invited to a songwriter retreat where you’re random-

ly put in a room with two or three other people with a guitar and you write a song.

“The talent there was incredible. Nik Kershaw was there, some of the lads from Deacon Blue, some of the lads from Squeeze, Dave Stewart was there too.”

Non-Fiction has been described as both soulful and substantial, but Brian summed up the album with a very different adjective – sparse.

“It is a revealing album. To get the material, I had to work through my own personal stuff and then the songs became boats, guiding me through it. So it was an interesting period but not an easy one.”

He added: “The tone, in a word, I’d say bare. I wanted it to be a lyrical album and that was the overall plan from the start, to be a lyrical album… to be sparse, without it being too sparse.”

Some words of advice for aspiring singer-songwriters?

“Just stick with it,” he says. “It’s about weathering the storms – it sounds a little cliché but sometimes you have to suffer a bit to be fuelled by that drive of wanting to do it.”

WE have a pair of TICKETS to the 3Countdown Concert at St Stephen’s Green on New Year’s Eve AND a SIGNED copy of Non-Fiction to give away to one lucky reader. See our 12 Days of Christmas competition, which s t a r t s t o d a y, to be in with a chance of winning this fantastic prize.

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Here come ze Germans which means FUNDERLAND is back!

Visitors to the Santa Experience will be accompanied by elves, reindeer, penguins and polar bears before enjoying an individual meeting with Santa

SANTA EXPERIENCE BACK FOR LOVELY FESTIVE EVENT THE SANTA Experience is back in Dublin and it’s a truly lovely festive family event.

Taking place in Dunnes Stores in the Ilac Centre, visitors will be accompanied by elves, reindeer, penguins and polar bears, and before enjoying an individual meeting with Santa Claus himself.

Each visit includes full engagement with Santa and his elves, as well as every child receiving a gift.

There is also a professional photographer on site to capture the magical moment with Santa for every family.

The Santa Experience supports Temple St Dublin and Mercy Street Cork children’s hospitals, who they also visit each year with Santa and his elves.

Admission is just €10 per child and €3 per adult. Book online at santaexperience.ie.

Dublin beauty Sarah Morrissey sits on the Funderland carousel, which like the Rally Ride (top right) remains a firm favourite for children of all sizes, while the Frisbee (below right) will have the bigger kids and the parents on the edge of their seats...

BEST OF IRISH CREATIVITY COMING TO THE RDS SHOWCASE, Ireland’s international creative expo will take place in the RDS in the new year, showcasing the works of 450 Irish designers to an international market of buyers.

Taking place from January 22 to 25, in the New Year, the trade fair, which was founded by the Design & Crafts Council of Ireland 41 years ago, is an international launch pad for the 450 Irish designers, manufacturers and craftspeople who unveil their new season collections across fashion, jewellery, home and giftware.

A particular emphasis is placed on new products to market, providing Irish retailers with opportunities to discover and stock up on the latest design-led products, many of which are unique to the show.

Visit showcaseireland.com for more information.

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Alongside the indoor and outdoor attractions at Winter Funderland, iSkate – at 600 square metres – is Ireland’s largest outdoor ice rink.

The outdoor rink, introduced in 2015 proved hugely popular and returns for this year’s event With spectacular lighting, iSkate creates a winter wonderland atmosphere outside the Simmonscourt Pavillion.

For many patrons an hour on the ice rink along with the thrills of the fairground provides a perfect family day out.

With a Pay-As-You-Go per ride option, or the choice of P.O.P. (Pay- One-Price) wristbands allowing hours of unlimited fun, including the family wristband option, Winter Funderland is a wonderful family day out this Christmas in Dublin. To be in with a chance to WIN a Family Pass to the grand opening of Winter Funderland on Thursday, December 15, see our 12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS competition which kicks off today. These exclusive passes will admit 2 adults + 2 children OR 1 adult + 3 children, and all attractions and rides on the day are FREE of charge. See Page 24 for more details.

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DECEMBER sees the return to Winter Funderland of top thrill rides from the continent.

This year the star attraction is sure to be “Around the World,” a swing ride from Germany which at 60 metres stands almost twice the height of the traditional Funderland Ferris Wheel.

With spectacular lighting, the “Around the World” ride is sure to be a big hit at this year’s show.

The “Eclipse,” and “Discovery” are top thrill rides from the Continent, while the much loved “Power Wave” makes a welcome return visit from Holland to Dublin.

The sensational “Speed Loop” Rollercoaster, which was introduced to the RDS b a c k i n 2 014 , i s a t h r i l l seekers favourite and will be joined by the “Take Off”, “Ice Jet” and “Waltzer” to name just a few.

With lots of Kiddie Rides and family attractions where parents can accompany children, Winter Funderland will present a huge array of attractions for all ages.

For those who prefer to remain on “terra firma,” lots of games of skill and chance present the chance to win some of Winter Funderland’s famous giant teddies and soft toys.

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International Wella Platinum Colour award winner Darren Lacken and his model, Jennifer

Colourist’s top award is worth crowing about  EMMA NOLAN

A DUBLIN hairdresser has won the hugely coveted Platinum prize at Wella’s 2016 International TrendVision Award in Barcelona.

Darren Lacken, of Crow Street Collective in Temple Bar, was awarded the top prize of the night and crowned Platinum Colour Award Winner.

Darren’s look interpreted the A/W trend, Bronde Luxe, and his beautiful model, Jennifer, captivat-ed the eye of the judges.

He showcased the quality of hairdressing in Ireland to be amongst the best in the world, leading the way with exceptional colour creativity and flair.

Speaking about his win, Darren said: “It is

a huge honour for me as the Wella Professionals TrendVision Award is widely respected so I am thrilled to have won the Platinum prize.

“There was strong competition from amazing hairdressers across the world, so it’s a fantastic achievement and I’m really delighted to be part of it.”

Lead judge Josh Wood praised the Platinum winner, saying: “Every year, I’m totally amazed by the quality, but this year all these people are winners.

“Darren showcased an incredible use of the Wella colour portfolio and an understanding of strong technique. All of that technical knowledge was blended into something that I thought was really beautiful.”

Arnotts’ excitement at Charlotte Tillbury lines MAKE-UP lovers rejoice – Charlotte Tillbury has arrived at Arnotts. Known for some cult products, Charlotte is now bringing her make-up revolution to Arnotts. She said: “Dublin is a make-up mecca and the women here really understand the power of make-up, so it’s incredibly exciting for me to launch my first Arnott’s counter.”

Donald McDonald, managing director of Arnotts, said: “We are delighted to welcome Charlotte Tilbury into the beauty hall at Arnotts.

Charlotte has been at the forefront of the makeup industry for over 20 years and we are looking forward to having such an exciting brand join our beauty offer.

“Our ambition at Arnotts is to continue to deliver exceptional service and quality products, and to cre-ate new and exciting experiences for existing and new customers.”

Tabea Weyrauch and Yomiko Chen wearing looks from Irish designers, Jill De Burca, Helen Steele and Manley

SITE SET ON SHOWCASING IRISH DESIGNERS  EMMA NOLAN Style Editor

THE Design & Crafts Council of Ireland (DCCoI) has launched DesignIreland.ie – a new web platform dedicated to showcasing the work of Ireland’s leading designers and craftspeople.

The site aims to provide consumers the world over with inspiration, images and stories about

talented Irish designers and their work.

Visitors can browse Irish products across three categories – Home & Gift, Fashion & Accessories and Jewellery – and then link directly to purchase from maker websites or approved stockists such as Arnotts, the Kilkenny Group, Brown Thomas, Irish Design Shop, Makers & Brothers and Stonechat, as well as interna-

tional retailers including Heal’s, The New Craftsmen and Wolf & Badger in the UK, The Citizenry in the US, and Stor in Tokyo.

Karen Hennessy, chief executive of DCCoI, said: “This new site forms part of DCCoI’s strategic goal to increase awareness of Irish design and craft at home and abroad, capitalising on the growing international reputation of the sector in recent years.

“Design Ireland has been developed as a premium brand to celebrate and champion the wonderful contemporary work being produced all over the island of Ireland.

“We hope consumers will be inspired to seek out and purchase unique Irish-designed and made work throughout the year, but particularly over the coming weeks as they shop for gifts this Christmas.”

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STYLE Red sequins dress with choker €89.90

Champagne sequin dress €89.90

Black & Pink Floral sequins dress €69.90

Red knee-length lace dress €59.90

Julian Boutique is a hidden treasure JULIAN BOUTIQUE, Cookstown, is a new, stylish boutique with dresses for all occasions, offering truly unexpected elegance and beauty in the midst of an industrial estate.

Since opening in May, the boutique has been fulfilling a lifelong dream for its owners, Donna Mills and Oonagh Doyle, while manager Aislin Maxwell is bringing her industry experience from working with top suppliers in London and Paris to bear on the business.

Aislin’s fashion experience applies across the board, with the boutique’s superb range covering a full range of party, debs,

bridesmaids and cocktail dresses, and catering for sizes from 6 to 26.

Julian Boutique offers a warm ambiance to all, with both the courteous staff and the boutique’s layout impressing. There’s an air of a grande ballroom about the premises, with the spacious fitting rooms offering comfort that’s just a dress away.

Located just five minutes off the M50 (Tallaght), Julian Boutique is a must-see for anyone wanting to find their perfect dress. Located at Unit A13, Second Avenue, Cookstown Industrial Estate, the boutique can be contacted at 01 451 3950.

Peach lace knee-length dress €59.90

Deep teal long dress €149.90

Rose gold and black bodysuit €44.90

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Major car companies have combined their efforts to create a more effective electric car charging network of stations across Europe for faster and more efficient charging

Electric car charging network to get a boost BMW Group, Daimler AG, Ford Motor Company and Volkswagen Group with Audi and Porsche have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to create the highest-powered electric car charging network in Europe. The car companies intend to make substantial investments to create the network, underscoring each company’s belief in the future of electric mobility.

The goal is the quick build-up of a sizable number of electric charging stations across Europe in order to enable long-range travel for battery electric vehicle drivers. Their combined belief is that this will be an important step towards facilitating massmarket electric vehicle adoption.

The projected ultra-fast high-powered charging network with power levels up to 350kW will be significantly faster than the most powerful charging system deployed today. The build-up is planned to start in 2017. An initial target of about 400 sites in Europe is planned.

By 2020 the customers should have access to thousands of high-powered charging points. The goal is to enable long-distance travel through opennetwork charging stations along highways and major thoroughfares, which has not been feasible for most electric car drivers to date. The charging

Crossing over comfortably with Peugeot’s 2008

During 2016 Peugeot started a more serious foray into the crossover market.

Here, MICHAEL MORONEY reports on his test drive of the new 2008 which has started a trend – and you can expect to see more in terms of SUV dynamics from Peugeot in 2017.

THE crossover is the new motoring term to describe a car that can be as comfortable and agile on the road as it is in moderate off-road conditions. Car companies are selling the concept as one that fits with people’s active outdoor lifestyles and isn’t being outdoor, healthy and active something that we all aspire to.

The fact that Peugeot does off-road is surprising for many car buyers and up until I took the new Peugeot 2008 it was a claim that I was also a little sceptical about.

This compact estate car is not a heavy-duty offroad vehicle although it is surprising how effec-

tive it can be in muddy North Dublin stubble fields. Peugeot has developed what is called a Grip Control system to allow their cars to have enough extra traction on the front wheels to cope with difficult driving conditions.

Take a car to the Ploughing and you will test those conditions.

North county Dublin is the home of potato growing and I took the car across some potato fields and into some greening stubbles to check its offroad credentials. I was well impressed with the small car’s ability to travel across ground, coping with ruts and soft spots

that would be suspect for a normal car.

T his small crosso ver SUV comes with unique ability to make it a worthwhile car option for those who want to explore beyond the tarmac. It’s compact and tidy on the road, gives good confidence to tackle the muddy road conditions and modest field ruts with some degree of surety.

The 2008 is one of Peugeot’s best sellers. I’ve driven both the thrifty 1.2 litre turbo-petrol version and the diesel version powered by a 1.6 litre HDi engine. Engine the performance is good across both models, with

experience is expected to evolve to be as convenient as refuelling at conventional petrol and diesel stations.

PSA has pick-up plans for 2018 IT seems that almost every car maker has plans to offer a 4x4 pick-up as the market keeps growing for these versatile vehicle, especially in developing countries. The French PSA Group with owns the Citroen and Peugeot brands has announced that it plans to start building a pick-up in mid-2018 in North Africa to meet demand in the Tunisian market. PSA said the factory will build 1,200 Peugeot branded vehicles annually.

It is believed that PSA may use the Toyota Hilux pick-up for its model in a similar way that Nissan, Renault and soon Mercedes Benz are sharing pick-up technology. Toyota and PSA already co-operate to build vans.

The new Peugeot 2008 GT is powered by an impressive 110bhp three-cylinder 1.2 litre petrol engine that’s powerful and very smooth to drive

Peugeot 2008 SUV 1.2 PureTech

SPECIFICATIONS

Engine 1.2 litre Engine power 110hp 0 – 100km/hr 10.3 seconds Economy 20.8km/litre (4.8l/100km or 59mpg) Fuel Tank Capacity 50 litres CO2 emissions 110g/km Road Tax Band C €190 Main Service 20,000km/12 months Euro NCAP Rating 5 star (2013) Warranty 5 years Entry Price €19,400

Peugeot has a new i-Cockpit dash design that’s both modern and function without dashboard clutter.

the diesel version being modestly more economical while the petrol powered car is lively and only modestly more expensive to run.

For me the 1.2 litre turbo-petrol version has so much to offer both in terms of keener pricing and a great driving feel.

The slightly more expensive diesel version has better torque and that can be called upon of the going gets sticky.

The top of the range diesel version is rated at 120bhp versus 110bhp for the 1.2 petrol, and it comes with significantly more torque. Despite that its towing rating is not much better. There is a significant up to 30% advantage in terms of

fuel economy when you take the diesel option. So while the petrol version that I drove is a very lively and smooth car to drive with its award-winning engine, the diesel version makes more sense in terms of running costs, even if it is priced a little higher.

Peugeot has a new GT line for the 2008, adding a higher level of style and fittings and giving the car a stronger more off-road look. The test car was fitted with a six-speed automatic gearbox that was easy to use and worked well with the Grip Control system when called into duty.

The 1.2 litre turbo-petrol version takes the form of an award winning

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Audi A5 and Q2 receive Euro NCAP five star safety awards

The upgraded Peugeot 2008 with GT styling has impressive off-road ability using the Peugeot Grip Control system. The entry price for the 2008 is €19,400 and if you want the GT pack you need to go to €24,800.

THE new Audi A5 and Q2 have each been awarded top grades in the Euro NCAP (New Car Assessment Program) test. The cars scored highly in the both the adult and child safety ratings, as well as for pedestrian protection and other safety systems.

Emergency braking systems were introduced to the evaluation procedure in 2016. As standard, the Audi Q2 is equipped with an emergency braking assistant as part of Audi pre sense front. The system looks out for other vehicles or pedestrians in the path of the vehicle and if a collision is eminent, it warns the driver and if necessary initiates automatic emergency braking.

The new Audi A5 Coupé and A5 Sportback models were also awarded the top grade of five stars. Both models offer high levels of safety for adults and children, as well as good pedestrian protection.

The standard Audi pre-sense city helps the A5 Coupé and A5 Sportback to avoid accidents. At

three-cylinder engine.

These engines are rarely as smooth in terms of acceleration as this Peugeot engine is and the three-cylinder feel is normally very noticeable from behind the wheel.

This is the best three-cylinder petrol engine that I have driven and it adds to the driving enjoyment of the car when it’s matched with the automatic gearbox.

Petrol running costs can be more significant than diesel ones, especially for the higher use driver. The GT version test car that I drove delivered an impressive fuel economy rating of 20.8km/litre (4.8l/100km or 59mpg) over a 1,100km lengthy driving experi-

ence. The CO2 emission level is low at 110g/km (road tax €190) for the automatic petrol version, just €10/year more expensive than the diesel model.

The use of the Grip Control system in the fields probably added to my fuel usage. The system is controlled by a dial located on the centre console. It allows you to choose from five driving modes. These are standard ESP, Snow Mode, Mud Mode, Sand Mode and ESP off mode.

Most of my driving was in standard mode and I switched on the move to Mud Mode once I crossed into field conditions. There was no clunk of a gear, just a new image

on the dash to tell me that I was in Mud Mode and confidence to tackle the soft field conditions.

The system doesn’t add to the car’s towing ability, it is designed more to boost traction in poor ground conditions. Peugeot claims that it uses electronic components rather than mechanical systems that are already installed in the car. The Goodyear 205/50R17 Vector 4Seasons tyres added no extra weight so there is no excessive fuel consumption, unlike a traditional 4x4’s.

The GT version of the 2008 is also more attractive to look at but more expensive to buy than the base model. The addi-

tional GT features make it look more like an SUV taking away any notion of a softer car look.

The dash design is new with Peugeot’s i-Cockpit design and that included sat-nav on the test car. There is the option to plug in your phone and run Google Maps through the system that operates by touch control and very easy to get a handle on.

The steering wheel is small and sporty in design, with a good level of control. There is good seat and wheel adjustment but you need to get it right in order to see all of the dials clearly.

This crossover is considered compact so don’t expect a big car feel to the

2008 even its ambitious in its off-road ability. The front driver space is good while the seat base may be a bit on the short side for larger adults.

Seat adjustment is good and the rear seats fold easily to give more load space. The boot opens high for clearance and there’s a proper space wheel included.

The entry price for the face-lifted Peugeot 2008 is €19,400 for the base 1.2 litre petrol engine model, while the test car with its GT badging and automatic gearbox pushed that price to €24,835.

The diesel GT version, while not available with the automatic gearbox is marginally more expensive.

speeds of up to 85 km/h, the system scans the road for other vehicles and pedestrians using a windshield-mounted front camera with a range of over 100 metres. If it detects an impending collision, the driver receives a series of warnings, and if necessary the car initiates maximum braking. At speeds up to 40 km/h, Audi claims that accidents can be avoided completely within the system limits. At higher speeds (up to 85 km/h); warnings and brake intervention reduce the impact velocity.

The Audi A5 also features an extensive range of other assistance systems, like collision avoidance assist or turn assist. While collision avoidance assist helps the driver to drive around an obstacle, turn assist monitors oncoming traffic when turning across the flow of traffic at low speed. In a dangerous situation, it brakes the vehicle to a complete stop, if necessary, to prevent a turn when there is oncoming traffic.

The Euro NCAP has been investigating the crash performance of new car models since it was established in 1997. In order to simulate real-life accident conditions better, the consortium continually tightens crash safety requirements.

Welcome for insurance report reform THERE has been welcome in some quarter for the publication of the report on the rising cost of motor insurance by the Joint Committee on Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform.

Car hire firm Enterprise Rent-A-Car Ireland has said that it fully support the Committee’s call for more transparency in the insurance sector. George O’Connor, MD of Enterprise Rent-A-Car Ireland said that they also broadly support the many individual recommendations put forward as a means of reforming the

motor insurance sector. He believes that the rising cost of insurance is already beginning to impact on Ireland’s tourist sector, of which car rental is an integral element.

“We particularly support recommendation 32, says George and he quotes, “The Committee recommends that personal injury awards be benchmarked internationally and indexed against EU average awards. Such a process would require the cost of healthcare and other Irish specific factors to be taken

into account.”

He believes that this measure, if implemented in tandem with other recommendations, would address the fundamental problems in the claims/awards system: - Too much money in the insurance claims system - Insufficient scrutiny of claims - A claims process that is too expensive and lacking certainty

The new Audi A5 and Q2 have each come out with a top crash safety rating in the recent Euro NCAP crash testing programme.

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TRAVEL Discover Donegal too!

Donegal now cooler than Peru – fact!  SHANE DILLON

LOOKS like my home county will soon be famous for other things than Wee Daniel, truly terrible WiFi and ‘Fundoran’ – National Geographic Traveller (UK) has just picked Donegal as number-one on The Cool List: 17 For 2017.

Described by the magazine as “off-radar and hard to access”, the county nevertheless scooped top place on the annual list thanks in part to its “world-class wilderness”, pushing it – and Ireland – ahead of must-see places such as Peru, Greenland and South Africa.

With a growing international awareness of superb Wild Atlantic Way spots along Donegal’s coast, and tourism numbers rising there, it’s another welcome accolade for the ruggedly beautiful county.

Low-cost US flights are go THE dream of low-cost flights to America taxied a little closer a few days ago with the granting of a US-Ireland licence to Norwegian Air International. The low-cost airline can now offer Cork-Boston flights a few times each week from next Summer, with hopes that it will eventually expand its service to include flights to New York.

Offering frequent and first-time London visitors something a little different, Christmas markets and lights present a seasonal twist on familiar sights. Pictures: Shane Dillon

BRITAIN: BUSTLING CITY HAS PLENTY OF CHRISTMAS FARE TO BUY AND BROWSE

Yule find plenty of treats when shopping in London

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IT’S not too late to get your Christmas shopping in, and to browse some special seasonal markets – I don’t mean here, but in London!

Britain’s Brexit worries haven’t quite brought about the favourable currency rates many shoppers and tourists have been hoping for, but it’s still pretty possible to get the Christmas parity going with Sterling, as there are definitely bargains to bag ‘next door’ for any shoppers visiting the bustling city.

Just as here in Dublin, London retailers are welcoming throngs of shoppers through the doors at present, with upmarket shopping hub Regent

Street proving as crowded as Grafton Street on any Christmas Eve during my recent visit there.

From the iconic street to all of London’s main shopping areas, retailers have definitely pulled out all the stops to entice people through the doors this December, with many of the biggest High Street retailers who’ve been spooked by Brexit uncertainties doing their best to try and compensate with a bumper Christmas.

However, for those looking to take a lighter approach to shopping, while still staying in the festive spirit, there are lots of Christmas markets to be explored, too – markets which are easier on the pocket, but none the poorer for it.

Two of the most popular Christmas markets are also among the easiest to reach, with the park at bustling Leicester Square transformed into a winter wonderland, while a much larger market can be found along Embankment, with rows of chalet-style wooden huts presenting presents for all tastes and budgets, and set within easy reach of the London Eye. Such markets offer more than enough Christmas-themed gifts – as well as global cuisines and seasonal food – to sate any appetite, providing a more budget-friendly way to pick up a cute, cool or quirky Christmas gift to remember your London visit.

All that shopping and

Explore new art at Tate Modern’s impressive extension

browsing can prove tiring work, so why not give those aching feet a rest with a visit to The Savoy hotel, a stroll away from Trafalgar Square? Swap the mulled wine for an actual wine, tea or other refreshment in a landmark setting.

Unlike similar ‘six-star’ hotels and watering holes, The Savoy is perfectly accommodating to ‘walk-

ins’, and while drinks at its American Bar are pricey (your wine will set you back at least about £10 or £12, for example), you’ll be made to feel just as welcome as any of the hotel’s well-heeled guests.

If you’ve had a busy time taking in the Christmas shopping, or meandering the markets, there should be enough time to take in the sights. Culture

vultures should wing it to Tate modern, and its massive Switch House extension that finally opened a few months ago.

The imposing structure will give you a great way to have a break and brush up on modern art developments, while less highbrow ‘attractions’ at the gallery include peering into the luxury apartment buildings alongside, and the goldfish therein.

Ultimately, whether looking to visit England’s bustling capital as a simple weekend getaway or a pre-Christmas shopping treat, you’ll find plenty to keep you going, whether that’s from shop to shop or attraction to attraction.

Either way, season’s greetings, and happy shopping!

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CINEMA DUBLINLIFE Disney heroine to make waves

EVER since 2010’s Tangled, the creative minds at Walt Disney Animation Studios have surfed a wave of charming nostalgia and knowing nods to the past – a strategy that’s worked extremely well for them and elevated some of the studio’s subsequent efforts even above the recent output of the mighty Pixar.

While Monoa (Cert PG, 113 mins) carefully follows the familiar Disney beats, it does so with a wonderfully original visual aesthetic and a selfreferential script that frequently winks and nods to seasoned Disney fans, without alienating younger spectators.

Consequently, Moana builds on a tradition established by Disney decades

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ago, but – more so than Frozen, and Tangled – pushes that tradition forward with a thoroughly modern, empowering storyline.

Newcomer Auli’I Cravalho plays the latest Disney princess; the daughter of the chief of a Polynesian tribe who, like many of her House-of-Mouse predecessors, dreams of nothing but escaping her home life and proving herself in the world.

Chosen by the ocean

itself to deliver a mystical stone to its owner, the goddess Te Fiti, Moana defies her father and sets out on the open sea, with the help of the once-powerful demi-god Maui (Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson).

The mythical background that Moana’s adventure is built on is occasionally convoluted and, without a real significant villain, the overall narrative threat is perhaps a little vague.

Regardless, Moana isn’t really about that threat. Its central themes – destiny, choice and tradition – are familiar Disney subjects, but in Moana’s Polynesian context, the results are more progressive and empowering than anything Disney has done before.

Disney’s Moana presents a very likeable lead, with its courageous character Moana

However, it is not just the cultural context that gives Moana its strength.

Moana is the hero here, not the damsel – and especially not “the princess”.

Many modern Disney movies have pushed things forward with strong female leads; Moana is the first to rigidly comment on it, with tongue firmly in cheek.

Dismissing her ability to

carry out the quest, Maui mocks Moana: “If you wear a dress and have an animal sidekick, you are a princess.” With little nods like this, Moana constantly pokes fun at a legacy of Disney heroines that operate as little more than damsels in distress.

Moana is quick to prove Maui wrong at every turn, and only steps aside to let

him to some butt-kicking when she herself has successfully given him the strength to do so.

Of course, any Disney classic can only be a good as its songs, and Moana succeeds in that area more so than any Disney movie since the early 90s – the music here, from Hamilton songwriter LinManuel Miranda, is rife

with rampant nostalgia, running the gamut from catchy to impassioned and back again.

Visually, Moana is unlike anything Disney had done before, maintaining a vibrant, expressive colour-palette packed with natural neon pinks, greens and blues – every frame is bursting with life.

One dynamic sequence in a realm beneath the ocean has Disney’s creature workshop on creative overload; another big chase scene takes visual notes from Mad Max: Fury Road. Despite a tendency to crawl along, Moana is a compelling, progressive, original and often-hilarious movie that will hopefully establish a legacy to rival Frozen.

Verdict: 8/10

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From docks stinking of fish under the midday sun to dark alleys strung with washing lines of drying clothes, Dishonored 2’s downbeat cities provide great levels to explore. Screengrabs: Shane Dillon

DISHONORED 2: EXCELLENT SEQUEL OFFERS A COMPELLING WORLD

Streets ahead of its stealth game rivals WHAT if a young Queen Victoria had to flee a violent coup, hiding out in Rhodesia whilst attempting to retake the throne by eliminating her enemies from the shadows using stealth, planning and guile, or by charging about as a sword-swinging, bomb-chucking queen?

That’s not quite the plot of Dishonored 2 (Cert 18, c. €60, PC/PS4/XBO), but it’s a pretty damn close parallel to this sequel to one of 2012’s best games, which has proven to be a late gaming highlight of the year.

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Largely set in a decrepit southern sun-kissed city, the game tasks you with taking charge of young empress, Emily – or as her father-protector, Corvo, the protagonist of the first game – and then working to reclaim the throne from an usurping aunt.

Ireland isn’t exactly overflowing with Royalists, but it’s hard not to root for this vengeful Victorian (a disclaimer: the developers, Arkane Studios, studied the world of 1851 for much of the game’s lush looks and linguistic lore, so that’s Victorian enough for me).

Both potential protagonists have wildly different powers and abilities to draw upon, giving the option to play through the densely detailed levels how you want to.

You’re free to skulk through the shadows and

dart over the rooftops, or pursue open assault against the goons, lopping off limbs like a maniac monarch – either way, the choice is yours.

Your play style subtly alters the game, as well as the ending, giving you an incentive to replay and take a different style – perhaps less of the Rambo Royal next time, to be more of a mysterious monarch ghosting past the harried henchmen sweating in the sunny streets below.

And what henchmen (see panel below), and

what streets!

The developers have followed an ‘ugly-beautiful’ aesthetic, with the impressive game engine creating a singularly striking world, one that’s full of detail and rich in atmosphere.

Coming out so late in the day, and with the lastminute pre-Christmas big releases, there’s a danger that Dishonored 2 will be overlooked at retail.

However, while there’s a ‘u’ missing in the title, you shouldn’t miss this title if you enjoy challenging, richly realised worlds to explore.

Quirky design fleshes out the world A SPECIAL mention must go to Dishonored 2’s superb art style, which apart from creating intricately designed levels has created very interesting characters.

From wrinkled aristocrats to mumbling ginsoaks to dashing young blades, the spud-nosed, blotchy-skinned, jug-eared and hopelessly lined characters found

throughout tend to be individually odd looking, but collectively they create an interesting cast of characters.

Indeed, there’s something a little charming about them – even though many of them are charmless goons – as they fit right in to their dilapidated cities, further grounding the look and tone of the game.

Aesthetically, they go against

the general grain of trying to create hyper-realistic characters, with their caricatures and lopsided looks having, perhaps, faint echoes of the work of artists such as Francis Bacon and similar unconventional portraitists.

At least you could never accuse Dishonored’s diverse characters of being blandly beautiful or following cookie-cutter designs ...

The game has many secrets to find hidden around its sprawling levels

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FastSport BAREFOOT RUNNING UNDER SDSP SPOTLIGHT: SOUTH Dublin Sports Partnership and IT Tallaght’s next sports science seminar will take place on Monday, December 12 on the topic of Barefoot Running (training footwear and avoiding injury).

The presenter is Joe Warne, Lecturer in the Sports Science course in IT Tallaght.

The seminar will look at the footwear debate and ask can minimalist shoes really improve performance?

Registration will begin at 6.30pm with the seminar due to start at 7pm in lecture hall 001. There will be a Q&A session at the end. Those wishing to register are asked to send their name, organisation, position and mobile number to info@sdcsp.ie.

A recent interest in barefoot running has resulted in the development of a new footwear type, principally running shoes and football boots, which incorporates minimal cushioning and structural properties, in contrast with conventional running shoes/ football boots.

RUGBY: CASTLE AVENUE SIDE RUN UP BONUS POINT WIN IN UBL DIVISION 1A

Tarf teach Students a big lesson

UBL DIVISION 1A Clontarf 33 Dublin University 0  sport@dublingazette.com

CLONTARF put together their most complete performance of the season so far to record a comprehensive 33-0 win over a below-par Dublin University at Castle Avenue.

Very little went right for Trinity on the day as defending champions Tarf made it two victories on the bounce, climbing back into the top half of the table ahead of the Christmas break.

Hooker Bryan Byrne has not played for Leinster since September and he will hope his provin-

cial coaches take note of his performance here.

He had two excellent first half breaks, the second of which led to a 25th minute try for centre Matt D’Arcy which broke the deadlock.

Byrne was also a big part of Tarf’s dominant scrum but they were unable to press that advan-

Clontarf winger Rob Keogh on the attack. Picture: Deryck Vincent

tage home as the first half ended 7-0 in their favour.

Trinity had a missed penalty attempt by out-half James Fennelly and a yellow card for winger Bryan Mollen.

Resolute defending from the students kept them very much in contention, a brilliant move involving D’Arcy and Mick McGrath almost seeing Tarf score on the stroke of half-time before the students covered the danger.

However, the visitors blundered when knocking on straight from the restart and the hosts quickly broke through, feeding winger Rob Keogh for a well-finished five-

pointer wide on the right.

Trinity’s resistance lessened after Michael Brown joined his centre partner D’Arcy on the scoresheet, giving the north Dubliners a 19-point buffer in damp and muddy conditions.

The bonus point try followed when scrum half Peter du Toit outfoxed the cover at a close-in ruck, sniping through in impressive fashion with the students down to 14 men.

The Tarf pack’s scrummaging power earned them a penalty try with Keogh adding his fourth successful conversion, and Brown went close to scoring his second of the

day late on.

This chastening defeat – their third in four games – will linger for Trinity before they get a chance to gain revenge on Andy Wood’s men in the January 28 rematch.

Elsewhere, winger David Brandon helped himself to two tries as Old Belvedere ended a threematch losing streak with a 15-0 home win over St. Mary’s College on Saturday afternoon.

Recent Munster recruit Steve Crosbie kicked the other five points as ‘Belvo moved six points clear of second-from-bottom St Mary’s, ahead of a long winter break in Division 1A action.

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Corinthian’s Jonny Bruton and Glenanne’s Shane O’Donoghue. Picture: Adrian Boehm

WHITECHURCH club Corinthian produced one of the performances of the second round of the men’s Irish Senior Cup as the Leinster league side eliminated national league team Glenanne last Saturday.

The reds have been flying high in the Leinster league side with six wins from six and they produced a memorable success to go with their run of results.

Jonny Bruton and David Howard had combined for 28 goals already this term and they were

both on the mark to make it 2-0 early in the second half. Bruton netted from a turnover before Howard nailed a drag-flick.

Stu Ronan pulled one back before Stephen Reid put the reds 3-1 up. Two set piece goals from Shane O’Donoghue offered the Glens the reprieve of a penalty shoot-out with a stroke and a corner goal but Corinthian held their nerve to win 4-2 on strokes.

They are one of three regional sides still involved in the competition along with Mossley who eliminated Sandymount’s Railway Union and Cookstown who

knocked out Dublin University.

Of the big guns, Monkstown and Banbridge produced the marquee results. Town scored twice in the first three minutes against Lisnagarvey en route to a 3-2 win in a repeat of last year’s final.

Gareth Watkins and Sam Hyland got Town off to a brilliant start before Garvey fought back via strikes from Neal Glassey and Ryan Getty. But a penalty stroke just before the break proved the defining moment, Stephen Cole converting for a half-time lead and some fine goalkeeping from

Max Maguire meant it stayed that way to the final whistle.

At Havelock Park, Banbridge proved too strong for Three Rock Rovers, eventually breaking down the Dublin side’s dogged defence with goals from Dane Ward, Matthew Bell and Hugh McShane in a 3-1 success.

Harry Morris put Rovers 1-0 up in the 20th minute, turning away from his reverse to score on his open side. Ward equalised by the break for 1-1 with a cool finish from mid-circle after an even opening period and they struck twice in the second half.

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CON O’Callaghan starred as Cuala won their first ever Leinster title, beating favourites O’Loughlin Gaels, from Kilkenny, in O’Moore Park on Sunday to end a 37-year drought for Dublin clubs in Leinster.

David Treacy was his usual reliable self from the frees – he scored 0-11, with 0-10 from placed balls – but it was O’Callaghan’s stint up front that stood out, as the dual-code man’s interplay with Colm Cronin proved O’Loughlin’s undoing.

Cuala, though, sparkled throughout.

Much of the damage was done early on. The O’Callaghan-Cronin axis brought about the first goal with the latter finishing a fine O’Callaghan run to establish a lead that was

never to tumble.

Mark Schutte played a key role as Cuala found the net for the second time after 22 minutes with O’Callaghan providing the final touch.

While O’Loughlin’s hung on within reach through a series of frees, Cuala looked by far the more threatening, going in at the break with a 2-8 to 0-9 lead that perhaps should have been more.

Treacy’s frees kept Cuala in charge as the Kilkenny champions enjoyed their best period after the break. They narrowed the gap several times as they found their range, though never came within a score, as they consistently found the Dalkey club able to reestablish a margin, with Treacy showing lethal accuracy from distance.

Indeed, it was Cuala who had the major sights on goal, seeing a couple of dramatic spells of pinball in front of the Gaels’ goal go unconverted.

Danny Loughnane briefly worried Cuala as he struck a goal in the final few minutes, with O’Loughlin’s left with little choice but to go all out and try and drag themselves back into the contest. As Cuala absorbed the late pressure, though, they never looked like slacking, and Mark Schutte’s goal in injury time finally put the tie conclusively to bed.

The 3-19 to 1-16 scoreline didn’t particularly flatter Cuala, who looked as sharp as they have all year and gloried in securing a title they missed out on a defeat to Wexford side Oulart-the-Ballagh this time last year.

There have been no less than 16 Kilkenny club hurling victories in Leinster since Crumlin last brought the title back to Dublin before Christmas in 1979. Dublin sides – including Cuala, twice – had lost seven finals in the same period, four of them to Kilkenny clubs.

Cuala captain Oisin Gough, left, celebrates with David Treacy, centre, and Paul Schutte

Next on the agenda is a February 4 date with Derry’s Slaughtneil in their All-Ireland club semi-final.

And Cuala manager Mattie Kenny said it has been a superb show from the club to bounce back from Leinster final devastation to win the provincial crown.

“Last year was a great journey until the Leinster final,” he said after the final. “We came back this time with the aim of winning the Dublin championship and then to have another crack at Leinster.

Leinster championship.”

David Treacy, meanwhile, hailed the goals that kept Cuala out of range.

“The goals gave us a buffer and we managed to see it out towards the end,” he said.

“We had a five-point lead at the break and then at times had to sit deep to see it out. We knew O’Loughlin’s, like any other Kilkenny team, were going to come at us.

“They did, but we were able to keep tapping over the points. We weren’t forcing goals like we did

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‘The novelty of getting to the final in 2015 was no longer a novelty. Every game had to be won.’ - Mattie Kenny

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The novelty of getting to the final in 2015 was no longer a novelty. Every game had to be won and that brought its own pressure.

“To win it was a great relief and a great honour.

It’s a privilege to be with these guys and win the

David Treacy lands a free

in last year’s final against Oulart.”

Looking at the New Year, Cuala will hope they can get O’Callaghan available from the Dublin footballers for their All-Ireland push but, for now, they can revel in this huge achievement for the club.

FASTSport

Oliver and Ellen the Swim Ireland stars of 2016 NAC diver Oliver Dingley and swimmer Ellen Keane have been announced as the Swim Ireland Performance Athletes of the Year following their outstanding achievements at the Rio 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Dingley became Ireland’s first diver in 68 years to qualify for an Olympic Games last February.

At the Games, the 23-year-old cruised through the preliminary round of the 3M springboard to advance to the semi-final in 13th place.

He produced another exceptional performance in the semi-final where he finished ninth, to qualify as Ireland’s first ever diving finalist at an Olympic Games.

A lifetime best score in the final then secured him an eighth place finish overall and a spot in the 2017 World Diving Series.

Clontarf’s Keane, competing at her third Paralympic Games, deservedly collects the female Performance Athlete of the Year award following her bronze medal win at the Games. Already a world medallist, Keane collected SB8 100m breaststroke bronze in September, her first Paralympic medal.

Keane was also a finalist in the 100m Backstroke and 100m Butterfly at the Games.

16-year-old Mona McSharry was named junior Performance Athlete of the Year following her performances at the European Junior Swimming Championships in Hungary in July. The Marlins SC swimmer collected silver in the 100m and bronze in the 50m breaststroke at the championships as well as finishing sixth in the final of the 200m event. McSharry had also set Irish junior records in the 100m and 200m breaststroke earlier in the year, collected five titles at the national championships in April and qualified for and competed at the European Senior Championships in May. Dingley’s coach Damian Ball collected the 2016 honour of Performance Coach of the Year.

Ball was instrumental in leading Dingley’s rise through the international ranks this year and is intrinsic in the building and developing of the up and coming divers at the National Aquatic Centre in Dublin 15.

The awards were announced at this weekend’s Irish Open Short Course Championships taking place in Lisburn.

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SOCCER: UNITED UP TO EIGHTH PLACE IN LSL SUNDAY SENIOR 1B TABLE

Picture: Daniel Cierpal

Liffey Celtics’ Hula Hoop dreams keep on rolling COURTYARD Liffey Celtics reached the semi-finals of the women’s Hula Hoops cup after a 60-52 point win over Portlaoise Panthers at St Mary’s.

Emma O’Connor was the star of the show with 26 points, while Jazmen Boone and Aine O’Connor scored 15 and 14 points respectively.

There were just two points separating the teams at half-time as Portlaoise held a 27-25 lead but Celtics stepped up their game in the second half for the victory.

“It feels fantastic,” said Celtics manager Mark Byrne after the game. “It was a great game for the girls, to come down here and win by eight was great because it is a really tough place to play, evident by their win over UCD last weekend.”

Celtics showed great resolve to keep in touch with their opponents in the first half – something that has helped take them to second position in the league table after seven games, and Byrne hopes they can continue to keep their composure during games.

“I think we got off to a shaky start, with a bit of nerves but, once we settled in, I thought we did really well.

“For us, it is about playing with intensity but keeping our composure. We didn’t for the first quarter or two but once we did, we took our scoring opportunities and played great defence so that is the combination for us.”

It is the first time in six years that the club has reached this stage of the competition and they will now take on DCU Mercy in their bid to reach the final.

Regardless of what happens in the other semi-final, Celtics will take on a side from Cork if they get past DCU as UCC Glanmire take on Singleton Supervalu Brunell.

“I can’t wait; it is going to be great. I think DCU are going to be tough but it is a great achievement for the girls and a great achievement for the club to get through so delighted to be there. It is going to be a great day out,” said Byrne.

Lucan United’s Sunday Senior side snatched an important win over Templeogue United

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LUCAN United grabbed a much needed three points as they came out on top of a fierce 4-3 battle with Templeogue United on home turf.

And manager John Doyle was under no illusions as to the importance of the win.

“We were beating the week before so probably needed the three points to keep in touch with the right end of the league table,” he told GazetteSport. If we had lost, it

would have put us down to fourth from bottom so it was an important three points.

“We have a lot of injuries in key positions such as the defence and have been having to score too many goals to win matches purely because we have been missing men. Our keeper was out for one week as well so that has been the difficulty.”

Templeogue scored the first goal but Lucan equalised immediately from the restart in a game that was nip and tuck right until the end.

Lucan took the lead on two occasions with Sean and Conor Foley both

SALMON LEAP SUCCESS Leixlip club close out 2016 season in style SALMON Leap closed out their 2016 season with Peter Egan and Michael Fitzsimon winning out at the Mickey Casey open memorial K2 10,000 metre ahead of the team of Iomhar Mc Giollaphadraig and Tom Brennan.

Fitzsimon is pictured, from left to right, with Tony Maher, son-in -law of the late Mickey Casey and Egan. Brennan then went on to take the Billy Watkins K1 memorial 10,000 metre title with club mate Peter Egan in second while Ryan O’Connor was third to cap a fine year.

on the mark, along with Derek Lawlor and Jono Lukaso.

The visitors hit back after both goals, the game looked destined for a draw at 3-3.

However, the home side still had enough in the tank to snatch a fourth and hold out for a much needed three points.

The win lifted Lucan above two teams into eighth, a position Doyle is content with.

“We are happy enough where we are. If we hadn’t had the injuries we have had, our captain has been out for awhile as well, we would be expecting to be further up the table but we

have been doing alright.”

Lucan has landed notable away wins over second placed Ballymun United and third placed Sacred Heart.

Only four teams have scored more goals than them but at the same time only two have scored more, further consolidating Doyle’s impression of their season so far.

“We beat the league leaders two weeks ago who were unbeaten at the time. So it is just about trying to get lads back from injury and taking it from there.

“We are looking forward to the Christmas break because everybody

should be back afterwards, while we are also looking to bring a couple of people in, so we should be in good shape.”

Winning the league looks unlikely this season but with a good postChristmas run, promotion from an unpredictable division is a distinct possibility.

“It is a case of putting a good run together and we are well capable of doing that when we get some players back.

“It has been disappointing because we felt we had a good side at the start of the season but you can’t do anything about injuries,” Doyle concluded.

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THE MAIN EVENT

Sportsfile’s spectacular Season of Sundays

CLUB NOTICEBOARD LUCAN SARSFIELDS

PHOTOGRAPHER Ramsey Cardy captured

all the colour as the GAA celebrated the Centenary of the 1916 Rising with its Laochra Show following the Division One and Two finals in front of a full house in Croke Park in April.

It is one of the beautiful pictures that feature in the 2016 A Season of Sundays pictorial book produced by Sportsfile that looks back on the GAA year gone by.

LADIES FOOTBALL: BOHAN NAMED AS NEW MANAGER

IT’S Christmas draw time. Tickets should

seeking to fill is that of director of camo-

already be with teams; if not, the team

gie. Any expressions of interest, please

allocation is available at the club as are

contact any member of the club execu-

extra tickets.

tive.

This year’s draw has a €2,000 first

On the juvenile side, awards evenings

prize and we need maximum support.

are dominating the schedule. Sunday

It would be really helpful if sold tickets

last was the turn of the very successful

were returned early. Please don’t wait

U-15 footballers. Captain Jake Rooney

until the last minute. The draw takes

got the coveted players award, Alex

place on Thursday, December 22.

Hanley the most improved player while

Plans are being finalised for events on

mentors somewhat fudged the player of

St Stephen’s day; details to follow but we

the year award, giving it instead to the

hope to match last year.

team as a whole.

Congratulations to the intermedi-

South Dublin County Council wishes to

ate footballers who won their regela-

advise all clubs that last games before

tion playoff against Craobh Chiarain

Christmas are scheduled to take place

on Wednesday. The 1-15 to 1-9 victory

weekend of December 17 and 18. Pitches

secures their Division 4 status for 2017.

will re-open on the weekend of January

The U-21 footballers were away to Ballymun in the championship where they lost by a point while the B footballers are away to Round Tower, Lusk and had no better luck.

14 and 15.

The 25-card drive is on Friday night 9pm.

The Cupla Focal club is in action on Monday nights at 8pm.

Thanks to the large attendance at

Set dancing is back on Wednesday

last week’s hurling meeting. Due to the

nights while the bingo continues every

level of active contribution, it was a very

Wednesday evening at 8.30pm with free

successful event. The feedback will help

tea/coffee.

shape future-plans for adult hurling within the club.

Among the many roles, the club is

The club shop is open on Thursdays from 7-9pm and on Saturdays at 10.30am-1.30pm.

ST PAT’S, PALMERSTOWN Mick Bohan during his time with the Dublin Under-21 footballers

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MICK Bohan has been unveiled as Greg McGonigle’s replacement as Dublin ladies’ football manager, in what will be his second spell in the role.

Bohan was previously in charge when Dublin progressed to the 2003 All Ireland final against Mayo, and has also had spells coaching at men’s under-21 and senior levels alongside current boss Jim Gavin.

The former Lucan Sarsfields’ senior men’s manager spent 2016 coaching the Clare men’s panel that won the national football

league third division and had a rare successful run in the championship, losing to Kerry at the quarter final stage.

Bohan’s role, announced on Monday, will be in an interim capacity initially, as it is subject to ratification at the next county committee meeting.

The Dublin ladies get underway early in the New Year with their Dubstars event at UCD, and will be looking to make 2017 the year they finally break long-time Cork dominance of the AllIreland, having served up the only break in Cork’s

11 recent wins when they took their only All Ireland title back in 2010.

McGonigle’s reign was largely a successful one but he stepped down after this year’s All-Ireland final, Dublin’s third consecutive one following final defeats in 2014, 2015 and 2016.

Bohan will have plenty to pick from, with Foxrock Cabinteely, Ballyboden St Enda’s and St Brigid’s all operating at an extremely high standard in Dublin club competition that is as competitive as ever.

While FoxCab fell short in their first All-Ireland senior final last weekend, Rush club St Maur’s – fea-

turing Dublin star Olivia Leonard – dominated their All Ireland junior final, with the county’s strength in depth becoming all the more apparent.

It remains to be seen how much of the 2016 Dublin panel will still be available for the coming year, with McGonigle suggesting after September’s final that he didn’t expect the full squad to return.

The new boss will be joined by Ken Robinson, the current DCU Sports CEO who has previously worked with the 2013 men’s All-Ireland finalists Ballymum Kickhams and the Dublin senior hurlers.

THE lotto numbers for this week were 1,

We are all looking forward to 2017

4, 10 and 20. There was no winner so next

already with some new teams taking to

week the jackpot will be €1,600. The draw

the fields for the first time. New players

takes place in the Palmerstown House

are always welcome in St Pats as are

every Sunday night at 10pm and tickets

new mentors and helpers, if you want to

cost €2.

join the team please contact secretary.

Thank you to all our sellers and to

stpatrickspalmerstown.dublin@gaa.ie.

all that support our lotto every week.

Our minor camogie team and our

Tickets are available from all the usual

minor football team both played great

sellers including Moriarty’s SuperValu,

games at the weekend but were unlucky

Palmerstown House and Manor Hair

on the day. A brilliant effort from both

Studios.

teams.

Most of our teams are now enjoying

Best of luck to all our minors who

a well-earned break until the New Year.

are moving on to the next level in 2017.

Thank you to all our mentors, helpers,

Thanks to all the mentors who have

parents and players for a great season

brought them up through the ranks and

with so many brilliant games during the

hope they enjoy a break until they take

year.

on their next group of players.

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GLENVILLE’S David Lloyd has declared the club happy with their last-16 FAI Intermediate Cup draw, seeing the home draw against lower league Edenderry Town as an opportunity to advance in the competition.

“We’re pleased to be at home, and to have avoided the big boys,” Lloyd told GazetteSport of Tuesday’s draw for the latest step on the road to the Aviva.

“Making the last-16 was a key step. We’ve been here twice before, and we got beaten both times, but the last-16 [the current stage] gets

us into the senior cup and that’s a big deal for a club of our size.

“The last two times we played in the senior cup we drew Bohemians, who were champions of Ireland at the time, and Limerick.

Those games get the club’s name out there and help us get in players that might not otherwise come to Glenville.”

On the intermediate draw, the club PRO added: “Obviously, you also have to look at being just a few games away from a game in the Aviva. The bigger intermediate clubs can expect to have some chances to play there fairly regularly, teams like Crumlin United and Avondale. For us, it would be

huge. If we can get past Edenderry, it’s only two wins away.”

Glenville were relegated from the top tier of Leinster football last year, finishing bottom of the Sunday Senior division, and currently sit mid-table in the Senior 1 division. They have encountered Edenderry before, and Lloyd recalls them being hard to beat away.

“Getting the home draw is great as they were really hard to travel to,” he says, adding that “there’s really not a lot between dozens of sides in these divisions. The important thing for us with this draw is getting a game that’s winnable. While we’re a league above

them, we certainly can’t take it for granted. But this gives us a great chance.”

“It’s also key that the game falls in late January,” Lloyd continued.

“We have three players out now who would probably be three of the first names on our team sheet.

They’ll all be back by then, and it should have a big impact on our goalscoring.”

Glenville also hope that the recovery of some of their injured players might help with a late promotion push back to the top tier.

“We don’t think it’s impossible yet, though it might look it based only on the league table,” Lloyd added.

Glenville are reasonably content with an FAI inter cup date with Edenderry in late January