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CONCERNS have been raised over the temporary location of a new school in Sandyford Industrial Estate. The Department of Education has applied for permission for the development at Grafton House on the Ballymoss
Road, which will consist of the temporary change of use of the existing building to a temporary two storey primary school. Éirígí local election candidate Brian Leeson said the Department’s plans are “highly problematic.” “The Department of Education and
Skills is opening a new school for the Goatstown/Stillorgan feeder area in September 2019. “They have applied for planning permission to temporarily locate this school in an industrial premises on the Ballymoss Road in the Sandyford Business District. CONTINUED ON PAGE 2
Protest over Knocklyon works Despite the weather, locals “turned out in their droves” on Saturday to protest against a new road layout at Orlagh roundabout in Knocklyon. Last July, construction work began to install a shared cycle and pedestrian way leading to the roundabout and traffic was reduced to a single lane, which locals say is causing extreme tailbacks. Cllr Deirdre O’Donovan (IND) said commuters are “livid” and that the road has been narrowed so much that residents have been telling her of near missus with some lorries and buses having to drive on the path.
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Concerns raised over location of school REBECCA RYAN
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“The entire concept of temporary locations for new schools is highly problematic for students, parents and staff as it leaves them without certainty or proper facilities. “Ballinteer Educate Together has already been located in two ‘temporary’ premises and are now no closer to having permanent school buildings than they were eight years ago,” said Mr Leeson. He also feels the site at Sandyford Industrial Estate is unsuitable as the playground is bordered by a site looking for planning permission
Brian Leeson at the front of the Grafton House, Ballymoss Road, Sandyford Industrial Estate building
to develop “460 apartments” which will result in “significant dust and noise pollution,” as well as traffic and accessibility issues to the site which is on a narrow cul-de-sac. Mr Leeson also believes that temporary schools
are also “bad news” for the taxpayer. “The Department are going to have to spend a considerable amount of money converting an industrial premise into a school that will be used for no more than five years.
“If it turns out that the building is being rented by t h e D e p a r t m e n t, that will only add to the expense for the taxpayer,” said Mr Leeson. He believes the money should instead be spent on the construction of permanent school buildings. An spokesperson from the Department of Education told Dublin Gazette: “The Government announced plans in April 2018 for the establish ment of 42 new schools over the next four years (2019 to 2022), including a new 16 classroom school to be established in September 2019 to serve the Goatstown/Stillorgan/ DLR school planning area. “The Department is currently examining all potential suitable site options to serve the relevant area and in the interim the school will be established in Sept 2019 in suitable interim accommodation pending delivery of its permanent school building. “The Department has applied for planning permission to Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council to use a building on Ballymoss Road, Sandyford Business Park as the interim location for the school.”
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Quiz night in memory of James A SPECIAL quiz night is taking place next week for The James Gill Memorial Trust. Dundrum native James sadly lost his battle with firolamellar hepatocellular carcinoma in James Gill May 2013 and since then his family have worked tirelessly to raise funds for charity. It’s €40 for a table of four and if anyone wants to join a table it is €10. There will also be a raffle on the night. All proceeds will go to cancer research. The event falls on the same week as James’ birthday, and his mother Geraldine Gill told Dublin Gazette it is a nice way to remember him. “James would have been 26 on February 4 so what a nice way to celebrate his birthday and remember him.” The trust has previously helped raised funds for a new family room in Our Lady’s Ward in the Mater Hospital which provided a special room for patients and their families with a kitchenette, sofas and a bed. The function is taking place in The Coach House (in the function room at the back of the building) on Friday February 8th at 8pm. For more information, see www.facebook.com/ jamesgillmemorialtrust
Positive council response Help show sees protest your area’s deferred olden days HANSOM cabs and petticoats – and mullets and beatboxes – have all gone the way of the dodo, but we’d love to show and share with readers your photos of your area and community in the rare aul’ times (whether that’s from 1981, 1956, 1923, or whenever). Dublin has changed an awful lot in just a few decades, and with major changes in our capital’s demographics there are an awful lot of people (not just our beloved culchies) who don’t know what the city and her suburbs used to look like. That’s why we’re calling on you to help show what your area used to look like, with everyone from readers to historical groups invited to share their shots. For full details, head over to www.dublingazette.com.
A PROTEST over a “death trap” road in Sandyford is being deferred after locals received a positive response from the council. Last week we reported that residents of Hillcrest Road were planning a protest this morning (Thursday) over major safety concerns on the very narrow stretch, a regular walking route for school children. Hillcrest Road Protest Ad Hoc Group told us that they have since received an email from the council that gave a commitment to “undertake a comprehensive assessment of the present traffic situation on Hillcrest Road and to prepare a list of low-cost recommendations to help reduce or address the various issues in the short term”. DLR Council Traffic section also agreed to complete the assessment within the next six weeks.
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PLANNING APPROVAL: FURTHER 146 APARTMENTS GRANTED PLANNING PERMISSION
New Cherrywood apartments are given the green light REBECCA RYAN
PLANNING has been approved for a further 146 Apartments in Cherrywood. Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council gave Hines the green light for the construction of four blocks of one, two and three bed four-storey apartments, in addition to the 1,269 apartments already under construction at Cherrywood Town Centre. Welcoming Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council’s planning approval for TC5, Brian Moran, Hines Senior Managing Director, said: “This is further good progress for the new town of Cherrywood as we start to see additional aspects of the SDZ masterplan now starting to unfold.
“The TC5 apartments at Cherrywood have been designed to set the standard for future urban design in Ireland. “With quality public transport and excellent recreation facilities already in situ, people living here will also have access to the best residential amenities available in Ireland.” Cherrywood is the largest single urban development project in Ireland and will eventually be home to a population of approximately 25,000 people. When completed, Cherrywood will have three new parks, an all-weather multi-purpose pitch, six tennis courts, a sports pavilion, 5.4 kilometres of roadways, pedestrian footpaths, cycle paths, greenways and more than 3,000 trees.
A computer generated image of the new apartments at Cherrywood
Fundraiser set up for girl who FASTNews escaped horror murder-suicide REBECCA RYAN
A G O F U N DM E p a g e has been set up to raise funds for a local 11-yearold girl who lost her family in a murder-suicide incident. Days before Christmas Dublin-based Spanish waiter Victor Marin Del Sol killed his partner, Ewelina Szwarc, and two Irish-born children Oskar and Christian, aged nine and seven, in a murder-suicide in Poland. The couple’s 11-yearold daughter Maria Victoria managed to flee the scene. Their three children attended Ballyroan Boys School and Scoil Naomh Pa d ra i g b e fo re t h ey moved to Poland with their mother. Ewelina lived in Dundrum, and her friends and former co-workers at Karen Millen on Grafton Street decided to set up a GoFundMe page to raise funds for Maria Victoria who is staying in Poland in the care of Ewelina’s family. Patrick Butler, 31, a colleague of Ewelina’s, told Dublin Gazette he was “shocked” when he heard the news.
“It was so hard to believe the circumstances that her and her two buys died in. “Ewelina was a beautiful person inside and out. In all the years she worked there I never heard her say a bad word or gossip about anyone. She was always in good spirts and talked about her daughter all the time.” Patrick said when the news emerged, all the former colleagues got together to raise some f u n d s fo r Ewe l i n a’s daughter. “That’s a testament to the kind of person she was, that all those people got in contact with each other and wanted to do something for her despite not have seen each other in years. “We originally set up the GoFundMe page just because a lot of the staff wanted to donate money to help with the care of Victoria, as we know this would have been Ewelina’s number one concern.” All the proceeds will go to Maria Victoria to help with her care, who is now with Ewalina’s eldest sister Olga in Poland as her legal guardian.
Football programme for teens aims to develop sports skills
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The late Ewelina Szwarc
Ewelina was a beautiful person inside and out. In all the years she worked there I never heard her say a bad word or gossip about anyone “The fund will be used for the care of Maria Victoria who lost both parents. We have set up a fund to help in what
little way we can, to help support the care of Maria Victoria and would appreciate any donations that you can afford.”
The GoFundMe page can be found at www. gofundme.com/in-memory-of-ewelina-swarc If anyone is affected
by issues raised in this article can contact The Samaritans on 116-123 or e-mail jo@samaritans.ie
A SPECIAL football programme for teens in the area aimed at developing their sports and social skills is underway. Football4Teen programme which is aimed to give teenagers an opportunity to participate in sport, regardless of ability or background, providing an outlet for teenagers on a Friday night to enjoy footballing activities and develop their social skills. Independent candidate Sean Mc Loughlin is supporting the initiative and told Dublin Gazette he is glad the programme is now in place. “For me, I feel that there are not enough social activities for teenagers in our community, and it kills me to see a brilliant facility in Meadowbrook underutilised on a Friday night. “We are providing a fantastic outlet for teenagers here and it is up them to make the most of it.” Football4Teen’s is free of charge and open to all. It takes place on Friday evenings on the astro pitches dlr Leisure Meadowbrook from 8pm-9pm. For queries email ballinteertoday@gmail.com
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KNOCKLYON: REALIGNMENT CAUSING CHRONIC CONGESTION
Major protest over roundabout works REBECCA RYAN
Terry Heffernan (Ballinteer Men's Shed), Michael Kirwan (Vice Principal, De La Salle College,Churchtown) and Sean Mc Loughlin ('Shed Support Volunteer' IMSA)
Men’s Sheds receive support from college LOCAL Men’s Sheds have received a boost from a local college with De La Salle College donating multiple hand tools from their newly upgraded woodwork room. Both Ballinteer Men’s Shed and Nutgrove and Loreto Men’s Shed will benefit from the generous and thoughtful donation from the Churchtown college. Plans are also in place for TY students to link in with “shedders” to teach them how to use social media. Basic computer training will also be provided by the TY students in the computer room at the college. ‘Shed Support Volunteer’ with the Irish Men’s Sheds Association, Sean Mc Loughlin has welcomed the engagement. He told Dublin Gazette: “As a past pupil, I am delighted to see a positive relationship develop between my old school and men’s sheds that I currently support and network. “The shedders will get great benefit from the donation of hand tools, as well as the proposed one to one computer training which is likely to start after the mid-term.”
Jekyll and Historical Society to Hyde at The Pavilion hold talk on DUN Laoghaire Musical and Frank Aiken Dramatic Society (DMDS) are presenting Jekyll and Hyde, the musical at The Pavilion Theatre from March 12 to 16. Jekyll & Hyde is the gripping tale of a brilliant mind gone horrifically awry, set to a powerful pop-rock score by Frank Wildhorn with book and lyrics by Leslie Bricusse. In an attempt to cure his ailing father’s mental illness by separating “good” from “evil” in the human personality, talented physician Dr Jekyll inadvertently creates an alternate personality of pure evil, dubbed Mr. Hyde, who wreaks murderous havoc on the city of London. Tickets for €20/18 can be purchased at the Box Office on 01 231 2929 or online at www.paviliontheatre.ie
MOUNT Merrion Historical Society (MMHS) are holding a talk on Frank Aiken, The United Nations and Irish government foreign policy 1957-1969 next week. The talk will be by Sandyford native Dr Stephen Kelly, who is a senior lecturer in modern history in the Department of History and Politics at Liverpool Hope University. The event takes place at the Community Centre in Mount Merrion Thursday February 7 at 8pm. Admission is €4, €2 for students and no charge for members. For more, visit www. mountmerrionhistorical. com or email mountmerrionhistoricalsociety@gmail. com
DESPITE the weather, locals “turned out in their droves” on Saturday to protest against a new road layout at Orlagh roundabout in Knocklyon. Last July, construction work began to install a shared cycle and pedestrian way leading to the roundabout and traffic was reduced to a single lane, which locals say is causing extreme tailbacks. South Dublin Cllr Deirdre O’Donovan (IND) previously told Dublin Gazette that commuters are “livid” and that the road has been narrowed so much that residents have been telling her of near missus with some lorries and buses having to drive on the path. She also reported that trade for local businesses has slowed down as a result of the extra traffic and that “even ambulances on their way to Tallaght Hospital can’t get through” during the gridlock. There is now a call for South Dublin County Council [SDCC] to reinstate the two lanes for traffic approaching the roundabout on Scholarstown Road Cllr O’Donovan said the protest over the weekend went “very well” and there will be more protests until the matter is resolved. “The realignment of the Orlagh Roundabout has caused chronic congestion for the entire community and massive tailbacks and delays. “Before the works, there were
delays at the usual peak times but now there are massive tailbacks at 3pm on a Saturday afternoon.” Cllr O’Donovan is hosting a meeting for representatives of local residents’ associations and businesses today (Thursday), and another protest at County Hall on February 12. Local resident Declan Brady told us the tailbacks are a “major headache” for local residents and that it is having a knock-on effect in surrounding areas. “[Residents now] take an alternative route to and from the M50 which has in fact caused more traffic in other areas as a result. “The protest went very well thankfully. We had 252 signatures in our book after it and not everyone signed. Hopefully SDCC will start listening to us now after this show of togetherness from those impacted and fix the roundabout.” Last Friday, Local TD John Lahart (FF) raised the matter in the Dail and said the biggest issue he’s facing at the moment is not Brexit, but a roundabout in his contingency. “No one is accountable. It is causing chaos and havoc. No public rep can pinpoint the person who is responsible or accountable for it. “It’s only through protest it seems that ‘officialdom’ actually begins to hear, listen and take action,” said Deputy Lahart. Dublin Gazette contacted South Dublin County Council for comment but did not receive a reply before going to print.
Some of the protestors at Orlagh Roundabout
Fiona named finalist in Fisherman’s Friend Search for Ireland’s Greatest Friendship A LOCAL woman from Rathfarnham has been other up when needed. named as a finalist in the photography com“I was very ill as a child and both my petitions Fisherman’s Friend search for Ireland’s Greatest Friendship. Fiona Jennings was presented with a runner-up prize for her photograph capturing her friendship with her dad Tony. She won a €100 One4All voucher at an awards ceremony and exhibition of shortlisted photographs, which took place onboard a former tender ship, the MV Cill Airne, Dublin. Fiona told Dublin Gazette she really values her friendship with Tony and Fiona Jennings Dad. She said: “My Friendship with my Dad Tony, who just turned 81, is such a joy. Mum and Dad were there for me during We both have the same sense of humour. [I] dialysis and three kidney transplants. laugh a lot and we are there to cheer each “I am very lucky to have such amazing
support from my family throughout the years!” Speaking of her special relationship with her dad, Fiona said: “He is Some Man, for One Man! [He is] such a loving father, best friend and we all love dad to the moon and back.” Speaking at the event, Jon White, Area Business Manager of Fisherman’s Friend commented: “Often people are so busy building and getting on with ‘life’, that they rarely seek to recognise the support or give recognition to a close friend. “Fiona’s photo stood out for all the judges and is a very worthy finalist and we hope she enjoys her prize.” The winner of Ireland’s Greatest Friendship was Claire Duffy from Wicklow. To see the full range of finalists, visit Fisherman’s Friend Ireland Facebook Page at facebook.com/FishermansFriendIreland
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Councillor Ossian Smyth, Cathaoirleach of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council and Brian Comerford, Dunleary Lifeboat Restoration Project.
Hugh O’Rorke, Monkstown; Bernadette Stapleton, Sallynoggin and Noel Vaughan, National Maritime Museum of Ireland. Pictures: Peter Cavanagh
Exhibition on Dunleary Lifeboat is launched C
The original rudder
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LLR Ossian Smyth, Cathaoirleach of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, was on hand for the launch of The Dunleary Lifeboat Project exhibition at the DLR Lexicon in Dun Laoghaire last week. Mary Mitchell O’Connor, Minister of State for Higher Education, was the keynote speaker. The original RNLB Dunleary was stationed in the South Dublin harbour from 1919 to 1937, and returned to its former haul in August of 2019 thanks to the efforts of a local restoration group. The exhibition runs until Monday, 4 February,
Cathaoirleach Ossian Smyth with Kellie Fitzsimons
Cathaoirleach Ossian Smyth with Roxana Grigoras and Rebeka Tomasune from Sallynoggin College of Further Education who are working on the project
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Maureen Rothwell, with Cairbre and John Paul Hally
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SERIOUS ACCIDENT: COLLEAGUES SEEKING SUPPORT FOR ‘DEVOTED HUSBAND AND DAD’
GoFundMe page to help man paralysed during charity cycle A FUNDRAISER has been set up for a local man who was left paralysed after participating in a charity cycle. Declan Naughton, who works in KBC Stillorgan, was dealt a catastrophic blow on June 15 last year. The dad-of-two was a participating in a charity cycle for Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland with his colleagues when was involved in a serious accident which has left him paralysed. On a GoFundMe page, which has already reached almost €100,000 of the €250,000 goal, aims to help Declan and his family during this difficult time. Speaking of Declan, his colleagues said: “Declan is first and foremost a father to two beautiful boys Cillian (12) and Callum
(7) and devoted husband to Louise. “Declan is always the first to volunteer to help others and the first to get involved in any fundraising event for charity. “Declan has been an active member of his community for many years… “This Gofundme campaign is about that, it’s about reaching out to help someone who has always been the first to help everyone else.” Declan has now moved from the National Spinal Unit in the Mater Hospital to the National Rehabilitation Hospital in Dun Laoghaire. His colleagues told Dublin Gazette that the support from locals has been huge. “Declan’s story has touched the heart of many people especially in Stillorgan.
The support from the locals has been overwhelming.” They are hoping to reach the goal on their GoFundMe page. “We are asking for friends, family & our community to support us in our fundraising drive for Declan. All support big or small will help - but the more of us that do something, the greater the things we will achieve.” For more information see https:// ie.gofundme.com/doingthisfordeclan His colleagues are also holding a bowling tournament in Stillorgan Lesuireplex this weekend against some of their banking competitors in the area and other large organisations and charities to raise some Declan and his family much-needed funds for Declan.
OPINION: CREATE A FAIRER, GREENER FUTURE FOR ALL OUR CHILDREN
‘How our communities FASTNews can lead on climate action’ and warmer oceans. Here in Ireland we have seen a hurricane, a blizzard and a prolonged drought in the course of 18 months – and our country famed for its mild climate. Awareness is growing about the challenges of cli-
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mate change and environmental degradation. Blue Planet’s clips showing plastics in the stomachs of animals went viral. Stories about dying bees and insects – as a result of both extreme weather and habitat loss – are appearing everywhere. All of this can seem overwhelming. You might wonder what we as individuals can do to prevent plastics entering our seas or temperatures rising to deadly levels. It can all feel like it is too late to do anything. But it’s not. While we have crossed some lines in terms of climate change, there is still so much we can prevent, and manage, at the same time, to create a fairer, greener future for our children. The future is not set in
stone so long as we act, and act quickly. We must act together – our communities can work together to put climate action at the heart of the political agenda. For that to happen, politicians must be made to see that climate action is a voter priority. From investing in public and mobile transport to retrofitting houses to resourcing clean energy options, the power rests with politicians. This is a responsibility we place in their hands and a power that we can shape for the better. Our communities can also take the lead and be the change we want to see. Across the country com-
munities are already doing this. Tidy Towns groups are creating habitats to support and renew our declining insect population. The Zero Waste community shares tips with each other on how to reduce household and personal waste on a budget. Locally we see how Imagine Dundrum has developed a sustainable, environmental vision for Dundrum’s future which has community at its core. The changes necessary for effective climate action will see long term benefits. Moving away from car use will not only see increased health benefits but will also make our streets safer and our air
cleaner. Ending the production of single use plastics will see a reduction in our household waste. Retrofitting houses will make our homes more energy efficient and reduce our heating bills. Now is the time to stand up as communities. While there is so much at stake, there is also so much to gain if we become leaders in climate action.
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12 years. That is the time that we have been given to stop the worst effects of climate change. Already we are experiencing the consequences of increased carbon emissions, habitat destruction,
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CATHERINE MARTIN TD Catherine will be holding a public meeting “Working Together – Climate Action” at 7:30 on Thursday the 31st of January in The Goat Bar, Goatstown.
Ending the production of single use plastics will see a reduction in household waste
COMMUNITY First Responder (CFR) Dundrum are holding a public information evening on Wednesday, March 6. The event will raise awareness about this vital community initiative and seek volunteers to come on board, avail of the free training provided and get involved and help save lives. Over 70% of all cardiac arrest in Ireland happens in the home. By volunteering you will be trained in CPR and the use of defibrillators a vital skill that could help save lives, possibly even that of a family member, relative or friend. This training is open to all residents of Dundrum and surrounds and no previous experience, medical or otherwise is necessary. It would be highly beneficial for local resident associations, sports clubs, organisations, churches, business etc availing of this training opportunity and volunteering. The first meeting takes place on Wednesday, March 6 at 8pm in the Goat Bar & Grill. For more information see @CFR_Dundrum on Twitter or register via email annagrainger@gmail.com
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GOATSTOWN: CLASSES TO BE ‘COMPLETELY RE-SORTED’
‘Shock, confusion’ at classroom reshuffles
REBECCA RYAN
STUDENTS and parents at a local school are said to be “shocked” and “confused” over the decision to reshuffle the student’s classes in the middle of the year. A student from Jesus and Mary College Our Lady’s Grove in Goatstown, who did not wish to be named, believes the change would have a “hugely detrimental effect” on the students’ learning and upcoming exams. “Myself and my classmates have been notified via letter that, due to uneven numbers, faculty have decided that we are to be completely re-sorted. “As it stands, our class is divided into two groups, 2A and 2B, with 2A having 27 students and 2B having a population of 22 students. “As you can imagine, this shuffle of classes has caused quite a stir within both class groups, for what we, the students and a variety of angered parents, believe that it is unnecessary for such a
small difference. “It would be in the students’ best interests to stay as they are until the proprietary switch that comes with Transition Year,” said the student. She highlighted that some students have volunteered to switch classes to even out the numbers, but she said the principal has “denied this request, without any explanation”. Her mother, who also wishes to remain anonymous, told Dublin Gazette the proposed change is a “huge stress” for her daughter and suspects the school has ulterior motives for the reshuffle. “I don’t understand why they have to be so ridiculous and why they are not giving the children any rights in this. “I think they should be more honest, they’re meant to be a catholic school. If the reasons for this move were just about the numbers, they would allow the four children who said they’d move to move. “The school seem intent on
doing a bigger sort. They’re doing house exams in February and they’re using the results of those [to move the children]. “It seems like the school is disavowing this elitism when at the same time to make efforts to even it out. “A lot of pupils have told me they have concerns that the school is doing the most to increase its grades, and of course everybody wants that, but it’s about being honest about that. “The girls feel they shouldn’t be interrupted in the middle because it means changing teachers for them in some subjects. Children are under enough pressure, schools should not be adding to it.” Her father also said that he feels it is “inappropriate” to make “such a drastic change” without consulting the parents. He added: “I believe it will negatively affect my daughter and her classmates, both socially and academically. We are worried about her being separated from [her]
friends, moving classes and having new teachers in the middle of the year. We hope the school will reconsider this decision.” In response to the concerns, Principal and Secretary Board of Management Colm Dooley told Dublin Gazette: “The Board of Management makes decisions in relation to the operation of the school in accordance with the Statutory Rules and Regulations of the Department of Education and as set down in the Articles of Management for Catholic Secondary Schools. “The Education Act 1998 sets out the requirements for the Board of Management to be accountable for the efficient use of resources provided by the Department of Education. “The Board of Management through its internal decision making and policies is satisfied that it has met the above requirements and will not be making a public commentary on a matter which is internal to the school community.”
An exhilarating event for South Dublin students STUDENTS from South Dublin schools are pictured taking part in the first Schools Shakespeare Festival recently held at The Mill Theatre. The aim of the festival was to create a unique opportunity for students to experience Shakespeare as his work should be experienced, on stage. With given texts and fixed timetables, the onus was placed firmly on the students shoulders to interact meaningfully with the project at hand. SEE GALLERY ON PAGE 10 Picture: Simon Peare
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Ailbhe Smyth, Coalition to Repeal the 8th, co director Together for Yes. Úna Mullally, journalist. Rachael Prendergast Spollen, People Before Profit, Stillorgan Rep. Richard Boyd Barrett TD
People Before Profit push for church and state separating PEOPLE Before Profit have hosted a public meeting in Stillorgan about their desire to see church and state separating. The meeting at the Talbot Hotel had a range of speakers including Richard Boyd Barrett TD, Rachael Prendergast Spollen and Lola Hynes from the party, journalist Una Mullally, and director for Together for Yes Ailbhe Smyth. Speaking on the meeting, Stillorgan representative Rachael Prendergast Spollen (PBP) said: “There’s genuine understanding that people’s faith can be respected as a private matter, informing and enriching their lives, but without impinging on others. “We saw in the last two Referendums that despite there being a majority of Irish people describing themselves as Catholic, we can separate how we view the laws that govern us all from what we might believe personally. “Politicians need to recognise that they are way behind on this, and that they have a job to do to catch up with how citizens view our society in 21st Century Ireland.” Blackrock Representative, Lola Hynes (PBP) added: “There are people of many different and no faith in Ireland and there is no longer a place for one religion over others or none.”
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GALLERIES OF THE WEEK
Ella Brown and Abbie Flannery
Amy Ward and Ailbhe Griffin
Eabha Kelly and Eavan Walsh
Grace Smith, Leah O’Riordan and Yohanna NiBhleine. Pictures: Simon Peare
Martina and Tori McCaghy
Laurence McDermott
The first Schools Shakespeare Fest at dlr Mill Theatre T
Elizabeth Hutchinson, Molly Tiernan and Giorgia Dorigo
Ana Gluushchenko, Cait Mooney, Caoimhe Grouse and Elise McDermott
HE Mill Theatre in Dundrum held the first Schools Shakespeare Festival recently. The aim was to create a unique opportunity for students to experience Shakespeare as his work should be experienced, on stage. The festival framework gave teachers the opportunity to develop their chosen Shakespeare in class through performance. With given texts and fixed timetables, the onus was placed firmly on the students shoulders to interact meaningfully with the project at hand. Paticpiating schools were Mount Sackville, Colaiste Bhaile Chlair, Loreto Dalkey and Mount Anville Secondary School.
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LOVE YOUR DUBLIN: THE BREAKDOWN OF THE BEST WATER ACTIVITIES AROUND DUBLIN
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ROM its stunning coastline and beaches to its rivers and canals, Dublin is a bit of a haven for water enthusiasts. All this water allows us to enjoy the city in many different ways. With the demand for adventure sports growing in the last decade, the city has b e e n offering more and more places to test your paddling, sailing and surfing skills. Don’t let the current cold winter weather put you off sampling all Dublin has to offer on water, just make sure you have the right gear! For unforgettable all year-round fun, we’ve prepared a list of the best water activities in and around Dublin city centre.
BIGSTYLE KITESURFING, PIGEON HOUSE RD
SURFDOCK, RINGSEND SURFDOCK, located on the Grand Canal Dockyard, is one of the city’s leading watersports schools offering a unique combination of activities with a shop for all the equipment to go with it. They teach paddleboarding, kayaking and windsurfing for beginners in the Grand Canal Dock and offer intermediate paddleboarding classes and trips in and around Dublin as well as intermediate windsurfing in the Malahide Estuary. They also rent kayaks and paddleboards for use in the Grand Canal Dock or, if you have appropriate transport you can rent them to for a paddle in Dublin Bay.
CITY KAYAKING, CUSTOM HOUSE QUAY
CITY Kayaking Dublin operate from their base at Dublin City Moorings, where the Jeanie Johnston Tall Ship is tied up. Situated in the heart of the city, they are the only operators offering adventure activities on the River Liffey in Dublin city centre. Explore Dublin’s biggest river, take in some of the city’s most iconic landmarks and see the city from a completely different angle. The company operates sit-on-top kayaks which are very stable. These kayaks are double seaters which are really safe and easy to use.
KITESURFING involves attaching a board to your feet and a kite to your waist and using the power of the wind to send you out to sea and back again. Bigstyle kitesurfing is unique because they offer a mobile, affordable and personal experience. All their instructors are highly trained and their equipment is the most up-to-date available however they still have a personal touch. They are located at the Pigeon Towers which is a good spot as it is open to the full range of wind direction and it’s shallow enough for students to be safe. They can even pick you up from the nearest public transportation.
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HERE COME THE GIRLS! LEADING Ladies from Calendar Girls The Musical Ruth Madoc, Rebecca Storm, Sara Crowe, Karen Dunbar, Denise Welsh and Anna Jane Casey are pictured as they touched down at Dublin’s Bord Gaids Energy Theatre ahead of the opening night of The Tim Firth and Gary Barlow’s new musical which runs until February 2. Tickets from €21.00 are available. For more Information check out www. bordgaisenergytheatre.ie. Picture: Brian McEvoy
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FEATURES CHARITY | MUM WALKING COASTS OF IRELAND, UK
A young mum, Sarah (Seana Kerslake) finds the nearby woods casting a malign influence over the new life she’s trying to start with her son in a rural Irish town
Big-hearted Karen Penny is soon to arrive in Ireland, as part of a four-year fundraising walk around Ireland and the UK
Good Penny to roll into town – as part of a four-year walk REBECCA RYAN
A 53-YEAR-OLD mum is on route to Ireland as part of an incredible four-year non-stop coastal trek for charity. Karen Penny, a former legal professional from Wales, set off from Swansea on January 14 and is walking the entire coast of Ireland and Great Britain, arriving here in Dublin this February, to raise money for dementia research. She is hoping to be the first woman to complete this route’s continuous walk, covering around 20,000 miles and camping along the way in her tent. Karen aims to raise £100,000 for Alzheimer’s Research UK, which also supports international research and has previously worked with researchers at Trinity College Dublin. Dublin Gazette caught up with Karen during her trek and she told us she decided to do the trek for charity as her in-laws both died of dementia-related illnesses. She said: “I’m delighted to do this! I wanted to do something that would get a good amount of money.
The 53-year-old mum will camp in her tent along the 20,000-mile route
“Both my husband’s parents died from dementia-related illnesses, and it had a massive effect on me. Alzheimer’s is something that touches nearly every family. “I have always loved walking and have a passion for it. So, I decided to walk the entire coast of Britain and Ireland – a serious challenge, to raise as much money as I could for Alzheimer’s Research UK.” During Karen’s trek, her husband will drive out to her in a campervan to join her every six weeks. She said she will miss her family and friends the most during the four years away.
Karen said: “When you see people every day it is easy to take them for granted. Now, 12 days into my walk I think about them constantly, especially when I am in my tent at the end of the day and I have time for reflection.” This will be Karen’s first time in Ireland, and she is excited to arrive as she is already experiencing our warm hospitality. “I have never been to Ireland. Since planning this walk, I have received many offers of assistance from all over Ireland and been sent stunning pictures of coastal areas I am to visit. “Friends are planning their holidays to join me on sections of my walk, and I am excited to be coming to Ireland in February, where I will be for the next eight months!” Karen is due to arrive in Rosslare on Sunday, February 3. You can follow Karen’s journey on Facebook at facebook.com/ groups/1790360527648427. If you would like to support her mammoth fundraising task, you can donate at www.justgiving. com/fundraising/thepennyrollson.
Wholly original Irish film gets prestigious premiere at Sundance RACHEL D’ARCY
in her son (James Quinn Markey) are connected to an ominous sinkhole in
THERE’S an Irish influence at Sundance Film Festival this year, with an Irish-
the forest bordering their home. Sundance is the largest independent
made film getting its premiere at the
festival in the US, taking place annu-
prestigious US event.
ally in Utah. It’s been the launchpad
Horror movie The Hole in The Ground
for several smash-hit indie movies,
is co-written by Stephen Shields and
including Get Out, Little Miss Sunshine
director Lee Cronin, and features
and the Blair Witch Project.
an all-star Irish cast in the form of
The Irish film movie has already
Seana Kerslake, James Quinn Markey
sparked horror fans’ interest, as well
and Simone Kirby, and is produced by
as critical interest in an Irish film that
Conor Barry and John Keville.
veers off into atypical content.
Speaking to Dublin Gazette ahead of
Shields added: “It’s a bit surreal to
jetting off to the festival in Utah, Clon-
be at Sundance, I’m still not fully sure if
dalkin native Shields said: “Lee [Cronin]
I believe it!
sent me over a script he was working
“The movie got picked up to be
on, and it just gave me so many ideas.
distributed by A24 Entertainment
“I bounced them back off him, and eventually we started collaborating on a project that turned into what is now Hole In The Ground.” The movie, which began production in 2016 before wrapping up in 2017, revolves around a young woman,
[also a distributor for Lady Bird] in the States, which is huge for us as well. “They were behind another horror, Hereditary, and that’s done so, so well after premiering at Sundance last year, so I can’t wait for that either. “We’ve got Wild Card distribution
Sarah O’Neill (Kerslake) who is trying
behind us back in Ireland, and their
to start a new life with her son in a
films always do great, so we’re really
rural town.
excited about the future of the film.”
A terrifying encounter shatters
The Hole in The Ground will be
the security Sarah feels in her home,
released in Irish cinemas on March
spiralling into a nightmare of paranoia
1 and is sure to be a must-see for all
as she tries to uncover if the changes
horror fans and film buffs alike.
Unsettling characters cast a pall over Sarah’s efforts to settle in
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A GREAT ‘IDIOT’ FOR THE GAIETY
CALLING both Green Day and musical fans – American Idiot The Musical is set for a limited run soon at the Gaiety Theatre. Running from March 19- 23, American Idiot tells the story of youthful disillusion and a mistrust of society and government, which has never been more current, particularly with modern parallels in the USA. The musical’s hit songs,
written by Green Day, include Boulevard of Broken Dreams, 21 Guns, Holiday and the blockbuster title track, American Idiot, from Green Day’s 2004 Grammy Award-winning album. Also included are several songs from Green Day’s 2009 release 21st Century Breakdown. Tickets for the musical are on sale now, priced from €21, available on Ticketmaster.
Step up for the Gaelforce race
JIGSAW and Killary Gaelforce have announced an exclusive charity partnership for the Gaelforce Dublin adventure race, which will take place on Saturday, March 23. Every person who registers for Gaelforce Dublin 2019 can help support the mental health of young people across Ireland by choosing to donate or fundraise for Jigsaw. Justin McDermott from the Jigsaw team said: “We are so delighted to be entering into this fantastic partnership with Killary Gaelforce for Gaelforce Dublin 2019. “We know the positive impact that exercise has on mental wellbeing, and partnering with Killary Gaelforce is a wonderful way to not only raise funds, but also raise awareness of Jigsaw and our work supporting young people’s mental health.” The race incorporates running, cycling and kayaking. There are two distances to choose from – 49km and 29km. Register to take part at gaelforceevents.com.
A rare chance to catch a Ennio Morricone show LEGENDARY composer Ennio Morricone will bring his live show to the 3Arena on February 15. Highlights include his scores for Once Upon a Time in the West, One Upon a Time in America, A Fistful of Dollars, The Untouchables and The Mission, to name but a few. The 3Arena concert is part of his 60 Years of Music world tour and will include Portuguese fado legend Dulce Pontes as a special
guest singer. This will be Morricone’s last show outside of Italy, after announcing that he is retiring from touring following this run of shows. The production has been playing to sold-out arenas across the continent, and has received standing ovations and overwhelming critical acclaim in the media. Tickets are priced from €107, and are available now from Ticketmaster.ie.
LEGO TO THE ARK FOR A FILM COURSE FOR KIDS
Who doesn’t want to be a Lego filmmaker?
MAKE your own Lego movie in this practical workshop with Brick Flicks, which is part of Fantastic Flix at The Ark. Running at the Temple Bar venue from Tuesday, February 19 to Friday, February 22, the workshop gives you all you need to bring your favourite Lego character to life as the star of your film. With plenty of hands-on learning and
simple demonstrations, you will work in small groups to create a set, storyboard and plan for your movie, which you will then film, edit, and record using iPads. Tickets are priced €14 -€16, with workshops taking place at 10:30am and 2:30pm. The event is open for kids aged from 8 to 12, with the workshop lasting two and a half hours. For further information, check out The Ark on Twitter at @thearkdublin.
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TUCK IN TO OUR FOODIE TITBITS
FOOD&DRINK
NIBBLESOFNEWS Don’t use off-the-shelf personal breathalysers, body warns DRINKAWARE have urged members of the public against relying on off-the-shelf personal breathalysers to detect alcohol. It comes after a sharp rise in queries to the organisation looking to find out more information on such products. Speaking on the need to address common concerns, Drinkaware’s chief executive, Sheena Horgan, said: “The reality is that these off-the-shelf
breathalysers are not developed using the same medical and safety technology standards as those used by officials such as An Garda Siochana. “Our advice echoes that of the Road Safety Authority – that we would have serious concerns about the validity of the results. “While a personal breathalyser can be useful for information purposes, the results should not be taken as a clear
indication that you are under the limit. “There is still a potential chance that you will be over the limit if stopped at an official garda checkpoint.” As of last October, ordinary fully licenced drivers detected by An Garda Siochana with a blood alcohol concentration level of between 50mg and 80mg will receive an automatic three-month driving ban and a €200 fine.
Alcohol-free bar set to open in the city centre IRELAND’S first alcohol-free bar is coming to Dublin next month. The Virgin Mary Bar will open its doors at 54 Capel Street in February. The drinks menu will have a selection of alcohol-free beers, wines and spirits. Vaughan Yates (founder and creative director of global spirit expert and consultant company 1751) and Oisin Davis (founder of Great Irish Beverage) are behind the new venue. Speaking to international trade magazine The Spirits Business, Yates said he is excited about The Virgin Mary Bar opening in Dublin. He said: “Dublin is an incredibly diverse city with an increasingly discerning population, so people are looking for a place where they can sit down with friends and really connect in a lively yet mindful drinking environment.” According to World Health Organisation figures, alcohol consumption in Ireland has fallen by 25% since 2005.
REBECCA RYAN
A tasty – and alcohol-free – cocktail for the new bar
Oisin said: “If a fellow Dubliner wants to catch up with mates after 4pm in the city but doesn’t want to hang out in a pub, the only options available to them are multinational cafes. We’re really looking forward to changing that and finally giving people an alternative.” The Virgin Mary Bar will open from 4-11pm. seven days a week from midFebruary.
Do you know how much sugar is in your own daily breakfast? A NEW survey has revealed that two in three adults does not know how much sugar is in their breakfast. The Alpro study into breakfast habits of the Irish found that more than 75% of people think that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, with only 4% admitting to not eating breakfast.
Monkstown’s prayers for authentic Italian fare are answered by Attico
The top breakfast choices of the Irish include cereal, tea and toast, fruit and yogurt, eggs and a fully cooked breakfast. Speaking on the f i n d i n g s, T V co o k , food columnist and mum Yvonne Connolly, campaign ambassador for Alpro, said: “I agree with the 75% of those surveyed
– breakfast really is the most important meal of the day. As cliched as it sounds, it really does set us up for the day. “With our busy lives, it’s hard to scan food labels while rushing through the supermarket and keeping track of the sugar content in breakfast products can be tricky.”
IF YOU are looking for authentic Italian modern cuisine, Monkstown has a brand-new restaurant to tickle your taste buds . Attico opened its doors this year and is perfectly located right in the heart of the quaint seaside town. When you walk in, you are struck by the décor, which is warm and rustic. The welcome is very warm and friendly, with a relaxed atmosphere. The menu is well thought out and executed with authentic Italian fare at its heart. Their a la carte menu includes an impressive selection of pasta, risotto and gnocchi dishes as well as a wide range of ‘Secondi’, including lamb, pork and beef. There are so many interesting fish options that it is hard to pick, and the plates comes out full of creative flair. The offering is upmarket yet welcoming and accessible. Dublin Gazette caught up with owner Leonard Bujari (41), who comes from a family of Italian and Albanian heritage. He moved from Italy to
Ireland around 21 years ago, and lives here now with his wife, Donika, and their eight-year-old son ,Lenny. Leonard always wanted to own his business and he is already the proud owner of a very successful Italian restaurant in Drogheda, called Antica Toscana. He said: “I grew up with the belief that at some stage of my life I will, and I must, open my own business. “My move to Ireland coincided with the period when the Irish economy was doing very well and that was a big incentive for me, because I saw Ireland as a country that offered me a great opportunity to grow myself not only academically but professionally as well.” Speaking on his successful Drogheda restau-
rant, Leonard said: “The pizzeria restaurant in Drogheda has been doing very well, year by year. A vital feature of the restaurant’s successes has been the good food. “Behind great food there is a great team, and the restaurant is in the hands of great staff who are dedicated and passionate workers about their job.” Leonard has a huge passion for authentic Italian food. Coming from a traditional Mediterranean family, food has always been central to his family life. He said: “With simple, fresh and seasonal ingredients, the meals during my childhood arrived on the table directly from the farm. “I have always had a great passion for authentic Italian food in particular. “What I appreciate the
most about Italian cuisine is the simplicity of most Italian dishes. For me the key to a delicious dish is the winning combination of simple ingredients, passion and creativity.” Leonard is excited about his new restaurant in Monkstown, Attico, and is looking forward to treating locals to authentic Italian food. He said: “While Irish diners have a love affair with Italian food, to understand the real quality of Italian cuisine they need to experience authentic Italian dishes. “In this way, the customers can understand the connection between authenticity and tradition. This experience in itself gives the customers in return a deeper appreciation for authentic food, tradition and culture. “Hence, my message to the Irish dinners is you must be willing to go beyond your comfort zone and open up to real, traditional authentic food.” For a taste of real authentic Italian, Attico is one to try. For further information, see www.attico.ie.
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Steve Coogan and John C. Reilly shine in this Laurel & Hardy biopic
Another fine mess you’ll enjoy IT SEEMS that 2019 isn’t off to a great start, so far, with bitter winds and snow to the south, and all that Brexit madness to the east, as just some examples of looming doom and gloom. It’s enough to make you yearn for something more upbeat and warm-hearted - so what better time to roll out a review of the recently released Stan & Ollie (cert PG, 98 mins)? There was something
SHANE DILLON
of a feeling of art imitating life for this one, as the film - following the legendary duo long past their prime as they embarked on an underwhelming UK and Ireland tour - wasn’t exactly playing to a packed cinema when
QUIKFLIX Streaming highlights on the way
I saw it. Far from it - perhaps the antics of the fat one and the thin one who were at their best in the 1930s just doesn’t resonate with modern audiences. If so, that’s a real shame, as the film was a charming nod at once great comics whose public persona saw them portrayed as bumbling oafs, but who had a complex relationship behind all their masterfully crafted slapstick and pratfalls. Here, in tandem with the main story - Stan and Ollie embarking on an ill-
A ‘Queer Eye’ on Japan CALLING all Fab Five fans – Queer Eye is heading to Japan for a four-episode special, coming to Netflix in 2019. The cast, which includes Jonathan Van Ness, Tan France, Antoi Porowski, Booby Berk and Karamo Brown, will head to the far east to experience the best that Japan has to offer. They’ll work with local tastemakers to make-better a new ‘group of heroes’, Netflix says, while also learn and experiencing Japanese cuisine, fashion, design, grooming and culture in the new special. Fans have reacted excitedly, saying they can’t wait to see the special and
have called for the team to visit other countries across the globe – including Ireland! It is believed that the special is a standalone from the third season of the cult makeover show, which is also scheduled to hit the streaming service at some point in the year.
fated tour long past their prime - we learn a little about the classic Hollywood studios’ machinations and star treatment, soon learning that the dim-witted duo (on stage, at least) were hamstrung in their efforts to develop new material. This feeling of two equal halves of a unique comedy partnership having two different sets of restrictions has created a tension that underpins their relationship, even years later, as they embark on the tour. They soon find that, due
to ineffectual management, their long-awaited big tour is something of a shambles, playing to barely half-full fleapit venues, with the vaudeville icons somewhat relegated as relics. The tour staggers on, with further tensions arising from their wives, and Ollie’s failing health hanging over matters, as the stresses of trying to complete the tour, get a long-cherished project off the ground, and their interpersonal difficulties all making it anything but fun for them ...
Don’t be me wrong that sounds like a dour, stressful film, but the end, overall result is anything but, as Stan and Ollie presents a charming and, dare I say it, heartwarming tale. As Ollie, John C Reilly (smothered in prosthetics) is a revelation - even hidden under blubbering amounts of special effects make-up, he creates a startlingly relatable Oliver Hardy. And as Stan, Ollie’s long-time foil, Steve Coogan effortlessly keeps pace with him, creating
Going Wilde in 2019 A NEW documentary about famed Irish writer Oscar Wilde will tell the story of the ‘Importance of Being Earnest’ author alongside recreations of excerpts from his most famous works. The documentary, titled ‘The Importance of Being Oscar’, will air on BBC Two and features an all-star cast including Claire Skinner and Freddie Fox. Over 80 minutes, audiences will see works including ‘The Picture of Dorian Gray’ recreated, while Stephen Fry, Wilde’s
grandson Merlin Holland, and the latest biographer of the Dubliner, Matthew Sturgis, delve into the writer’s glistening career and life in the 1800’s. Mark Bell, commissioner for BBC Arts, said: “Following Wilde’s brilliant rise and using the work itself, the film gives viewers a new perspective and shines a light on both the man and his inspiration”. There’s no exact date for release of the documentary just yet, but expect to see it on BBC Two at some point in 2019.
a complex, nuanced Stan Laurel who’s anything but the simpleton he’d played on screen for decades. Together, it’s a dynamite pairing of actors and characters, breathing fresh life into undeservedly half-forgotten comedy geniuses, with the pair’s tragicomic tale creating one of the most human, affectionate tales you’ll see all this year. And, as an extra treat, there are plenty of Laurel & Hardy shorts on YouTube, with plenty of funny moments to savour, so check them out too...
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WHAT’S BIG IN MUSIC, CINEMA, TV AND BOOKS
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Going for another bout with their new flow Distance makes the heart grow fonder for grunge-pop Dubliners Bouts WHEN half of your moderately successful, edgy rock band relocates to another country, that would more often than not mean the end of things. But not for Bouts. The Dublin Grunge-Pop act has made distance a virtue, meeting sporadically for fierce bursts of musical activity, and building new song concepts via a busy WhatsApp group and a sheer drive to continue. Five years after finding themselves split across borders, the four-piece return with their best work yet – second album, Flow. Drummer Daniel Flynn recalls: “Barry [Bracken, vocalist] had moved to London in 2014, and then Niall followed over there not long after. “That kind of meant we weren’t in a position to do any gigs. We recorded some songs before they left. “It’s been about five years since we last toured. We released an EP [entitled Unlearn] on cas-
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sette in 2016, but didn’t play any shows. “Barry lives in Amsterdam now. Niall is still in London, but was in Laos for a while. There was a pretty major break on at that stage.” Guitarist Colin Boylan adds. “We officially decided to do another record a couple of years ago. “There were four really quite intense sessions to make Flow. The first was in London. “Then we got a cottage for a few days in Connemara, and wrote about 15 demos, some electronic, some not. “The last two sessions were done in Dublin over quick weekends.” Flynn adds: “We had the stuff from the London sessions that myself and Barry and Niall had done, rough sketches of ideas.
“We sent them around, and they floated around in our brain for a while. “Barry had worked out a few other songs in Amsterdam, and he sent them up. When we all got back together, we had the starting points.” “There were times when we played the same chorus for an hour, just for Barry to get a melody,” Boylan laughs. “One we played for a solid hour, Love’s Lost Landing, and we knew it was a single. We were really proud of our last album, but it’s really overwritten, and we can’t really listen to it now. This worked for us.” The result is subtle yet accessible. Bouts have always been open about abundant pop-rock influences – Weezer, in particular, but also the likes of Ash and Pavement – but Flow sees them add subtle electronic undertones for the first time. The band had long insisted that electronic tinges were completely off limits, but time has
changed their approach. While the synth-melodies still sit around the fringes of their tracks, they add a depth the band previously lacked. Of the new record, Flynn says: “A lot of it’s about remembering why we wanted to be in a band, what we liked about it. “It was ‘Let’s enjoy spending time together and see what comes out of it’. It’s called Flow in part because it’s about letting things take their natural course. “We’ve generally done things all ourselves, so it came naturally. “It would be nice to have some support sometimes, but we had some delays and product damage and stuff in the past working with a label, and decided to go for our own record label. “It’s a bit more work, but we’re happy to do it this way. It’s definitely going to be a big month ahead.”
Circling back to the record, Flynn says: “We kind of know what we want now, with regards to tones. “It’s a good time to come back. There are some people we know from years ago still doing what we’re doing, and loads of really great bands around we haven’t had time to see. “It’s been a bit of a revival in Dublin. We’re still flying that flag.”
Tears for Fears @ 3Arena, €60+ From ruling the world to setting Live Aid on fire, Tears for Fears were one of the big acts of the 80s. Their current reunion is meant to be going swimmingly...
JANUARY 31 (THURSDAY) Public Service Broadcasting @ Olympia Theatre, €32 Moon Looks On @ Whelan’s, €10 Black Midi @ The Workman’s Club, €12 Charlie Winston @ The Grand Social, €13
FEBRUARY 1 (FRIDAY) Larry Dean @ Whelan’s, €15 Malcolm Middleton @ The Grand Social, €16
FEBRUARY 2 (SATURDAY) The Pale @ Whelan’s, €20 Nicki Bluhm @ Grand Social, €15 Daniel John Paxton @ Whelan’s (Upstairs), €5
FEBRUARY 3 (SUNDAY) The Unelectables @ Whelan’s, €14 The Messthetics @ The Grand Social, €17 Featuring members of iconic noise-oiks Fugazi, seeing an act like The Messthetics (below) in a venue the size of the Grand Social has massive appeal to a certain boisterous niche.
FEBRUARY 4 (MONDAY) Bouts’ sophomore album, Flow is out now. Their album launch takes place at The Underground, Dame Street with Silverbacks and Shrug Life on Saturday, February 2.
Mike Yung @ Whelan’s, €18
FEBRUARY 5 (TUESDAY) Steel Panther @ Vicar Street, €38 Aidan Greene @ Whelan’s (Upstairs), €14
FEBRUARY 6 (WEDNESDAY) Steel Panther @ Vicar Street, €38 Jigjam @ Whelan’s, €15
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Travel Editor WHETHER you’re doing Valentine’s Day on a shoestring or a luxury no-expense-spared basis, we’ve got all bases covered. Wellness escapes are all the rage for 2019 and experts Health and Fitness Travel can help whisk the most healthconscious couple to alluring worldwide destinations. NO EXPENSE SPARED Blow the budget with a holistic retreat for two – from tranquil spas in Italy to unforgettable therapeutic experiences in heavenly Sri Lanka. Lefay Fusion Fitness is nestled in the countryside in Italy – the land where the word romance was born – and exudes chic Italian charm.
Enjoy an expansive range of fitness activities, from personal training to aqua gym, Tai Chi and yoga. Wo r k u p a s we a t together then relax in the spa; where she can have a tension-relieving message, and he can enjoy a rejuvenating facial, specifically tailored for men. You’ll be sure to return home stronger and more revived in yourselves and your relationship. For the ultimate in luxury romance, treat yourselves to an unforgettable spa experience along the pristine verdant highlands of Sri Lanka. The Santani Resort & Spa Re-balancing Bliss package allows guests to indulge with a range of soul-lifting treatments for a reboot which boosts fitness levels. Reconnect with each other and reach a new
Get off the beaten track – literally, with an exciting trip to Karkloof Safari Spa
level of consciousness for a truly bespoke wellness experience. Recalibrate from headto-toe with group yoga, guided hikes and a calming dip in the saltwater pools for the ultimate Valentine’s experience. They say the couple that travels together, stays together. This year, up your Valentine’s game with a long-haul spa and
yoga break to Karkloof Safari Spa in South Africa. A one-of-a-kind romantic oasis awaits you, with an added adventurous element of astonishing wildlife surrounding the 2,000-hectare reserve. Relax together at the award-winning spa and indulge in a wide range of exotic spa treatments, from uplifting grapefruit
facials to black pepper scrubs. After a fruitful cleanse, discover the jewels of the African jungle with a fascinating safari game drive and thundering waterfall for memories that will last a lifetime. Delve into the restaurant’s nutritious and organic cuisine with a backdrop of splendid African sunsets.
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Lefay Fusion Fitness offers the best of Italy’s sweeping views and balmy sunshine, as well as a range of wellness treatments to pamper you and your other half
Clontarf Castle Hotel has an undeniable wow factor for guests, with interiors to match
The grand old Shelbourne needs no introduction, with its superb attention to detail sure to impress
• For prices, advice, guidance and booking, visit www.healthandfitnesstravel.com. CLOSER TO HOME If you don’t want to blow the budget, you can stay closer to home and still manage to cast a spell on your Valentine at Clontarf Castle Hotel. Whisk your other half to the Twelfth Century castle and let the fairytale begin as you wander up the leafy avenue to catch your first glimpse of the impressive building. Chilled champagne and decadent chocolates await you in your room on arrival. Afterwards, follow the impressive art trail and discuss your favourite pieces over a glass of wine, or perhaps try the wonderful Fusion Afternoon Tea experience, before a relaxed evening dinner.
Whatever the weather, Ballynahinch Castle Hotel’s dramatic setting is softened by its luxurious, cosy interior
The Spellbound Valentine’s package is available from €260PPS (minimum two-night stay required) and includes one dinner, chilled champagne on arrival and chocolates (www.clontarfcastle.ie). Sticking with the castle theme, Ballynahinch Castle Hotel is the perfect venue for a romantic escape that gets you out of the city. Spend two nights in a riverside room with fourposter bed, with champagne and chocolates on arrival, and breakfast in bed both mornings. Dinner for two will be served on one night in the handsome and atmos-
pheric Owenmore Restaurant, the elegant series of rooms overlooking the river, with a remarkable Connemara marble fireplace where the log fire burns brightly. Relax over lunch in the characterful Fisherman’s Pub, spend time in the great outdoors and fresh Connemara air and explore the many trails and walks at your own pace. A two-night When You Love Someone break with dinner on one night, and champagne & chocolates on arrival, costs from €295PP (see www.ballynahinch-castle.com, telephone 095 31006).
Dublin’s favourite fivestar hotel is offering an irresistible Valentine’s overnight – Couples Concierge at The Shelbourne. Your concierge will happily arrange any extra treats and surprises – from oysters and champagne to breakfast in bed or chocolate dipped-strawberries, one of the in-house florists’ gorgeous hand-tied bouquets or a dozen red roses, or your choice of romantic movie to watch in your elegant room. You might choose to arrange for your significant other to have a deliciously relaxing massage or pampering spa treatment, or one of The
Salon at The Shelbourne’s renowned Hollywood Legends treatments, signature treatments inspired by legendary style icons. The hotel concierge himself will share his expertise to arrange show tickets, restaurant bookings, carriage rides or anything else that might be on your list. The only limit to the romantic gestures is your imagination ... Available from February 14 to 17, it costs from €350 B&B per deluxe room, including rose petal turndown, with additional extras at a variety of prices, designed specifically for each couple (see www. theshelbourne.ie).
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BeautyBITS Start the New Year on the right foot
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Looking stylish while hiking? Easy peasy! Jessica Maile, Style Editor IRELAND is one of the most beautiful places on the planet - well, I think so anyway! This winter, make sure you get out and enjoy the wild countryside. It’s a great way to get exercise and rosy cheeks, not to mention some quality family time or a little one-on-one with Mother Nature! One of the most important parts of heading outdoors is having the right gear to keep warm and safe. No need to search and scramble for the right jacket or boots because Regatta Great Outdoors have got you covered. With a modern and sophisticated look, Regatta Great Outdoors hiking gear offers warmth and protection for everyone in the family. Regatta Great Outdoors delivers affordable hiking gear that carries a selection of outerwear, base layers (for extra warmth) walking boots and accessories. Key pieces include the Azuma II jacket , the Kids Trailspace II walking boots and The Beru Overhead base layer top. Regatta Great Outdoors has 21 stores nationwide or you can shop online at www.regatta.ie
Kids Trailspace II walking boots, €32 Beru in Rock Grey and Seal Grey, €56 Azuma II in Black, €60
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SOCCER: WAYSIDE Celtic limbered up
for their Charlie Cahill Cup reunion with Crumlin United with a comprehensive 4-0 defeat of Glenview in Palmerstown on Sunday. The LSL Sunday Senior 1 side were a penalty shoot-out from lifting the cup last April but lost by the odd spotkick in ten to the runaway Sunday Senior leaders.
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Walking football’s Festival fever sport@dublingazette.com
WALKING football remains a minority pursuit in Ireland but a growing number of people are finding the modified form of the game the perfect way to stay fit and happy and to forge friendships. Paul Cumiskey arranges games for teams made up mainly of people between 50 and 80 around Dublin, and he estimates around a hundred people play the game regularly. He’s seen a notable increase since the turn of the year, having had to cancel a number of games before Christmas due to lack of interest. Whether it’s new year’s resolutions or the enthusiasm of entering into a new year with a fresh slate, it’s an encouraging development for Cumiskey ahead of February’s Walking Football Festival. The authorities have been enthusiastic in their support, with both Dublin City Council and the FAI backing initiatives to get people back into sport in their retirement years. Next Wednesday sees the National Training Centre in Abbotstown host the Walking Football Festival (kick-
off 11am), bringing together teams from Dublin and beyond in one place. “We’re trying to get a few of the lads who are playing in different places to come up on the same day and we’ll have a tournament between us,” Cumiskey tells the Dublin Gazette. “We have less than a hundred [players in Dublin] at the moment, but it’s down to people not knowing about it. When I say the phrase walking football to people, it’s the first they’ve heard of it. “I say to men who come up to me – it’s open to women as well – that you can go home and tell people you played a football match today. “And they did, because it’s a football match for their age with no sprightly youngfella flying around the pitch. It’s a level playing field. Somebody in their 70s can play against me, who’s 54. The social element of walking football is equally as important as the health benefits, especially for people living on their own. “This is probably between someone getting out of bed in the morning and not. There’s guys coming down at half 11 on a Wednesday and
Paul Cumiskey with Kevin Kilbane and John Giles
they’re sprightly. “Whereas you can go down to them on a Thursday and they probably don’t even move out of the house. In most of the places we try to get the lads to sit down and have tea and biscuits after it. “Lads open up and, because the common denominator is already there, they’ll talk about the football
that was on at the weekend, or the Ireland team. “This could be two people who’d passed each other in the street the day before because they didn’t know they had that common denominator.” To get involved in walking football, call or text Paul Cumiskey on 0863371799.
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LOTTO results for January 24: Lotto A numbers 1, 10, 19 and 22. Lotto B numbers 5, 9, 16 and 22. No winners. Next Thursday’s jackpots €10,000 and €2,200. Winner of €100 William Finnn, €50 Colm O’Donnell and Mary Kenny. Joker Consolation prize Henry Costello. BSJ Bingo every Monday at 8pm. Membership fees for 2019 are now due see club website for renewal on line. Work on upgrading and refurb of the dressing rooms is now complete. Big thanks to Tom McCabe of McCabe Construction (Dublin) Ltd and BSJ for a brilliant job well done as always. Thanks also to Bank of Ireland for sponsoring our ladies senior football team and EBS for sponsorship for our girls U-9 team. Brian Walsh Hurleys on sale Broadford pitch next Saturday, February 2 from 10am to 12pm. Feile Fundraiser Screen 5 Dundrum Cinema 8-10 pm Friday, February 8. RTE’s much acclaimed Hurling/Camogie documentary “The Game”. Also a live Q&A on stage with GAA personalities hosted by RTE’s Claire McNamara. Special offer for BSJ members, €15. Contact our GPO Carol Nolan 085 1424543.
KILMACUD CROKES HARD luck to the Dublin senior footballers who lost out to Monaghan on Sunday, 1-13 to 2-13, in their opening Division 1 league game. Paul Mannion and Cian O’Connor both featured in the game. Well done to the Dublin senior hurlers who beat Carlow, 3-15 to 0-18, in their Division 1B league game. Fergal Whitely, Oisin O’Rorke and Caolan Conway were all on the
squad. Hard luck to Shane Horan and the Offaly senior footballers who narrowly lost to Westmeath in their Division 3 league game, 0-12 to 0-13. Great night had in the club on Saturday at Camogie presentation of awards for last year. Last number of tickets available for the gala Ball on Febraury 9. Check the club web site to purchase them online.
NAOMH OLAF THERE was no winner of last Sunday’s club Lotto draw - numbers drawn were 19, 26 and 31. Winners of €30 prizes - Cathal Soraghan, J & M McGrath, Joan Begley, Terry Broughal and Sheila Fagan. Next Sunday’s jackpot will be €1,600. Lotto tickets available from the Club Bar or online at www.naomholaf.ie. Pick 3 correct numbers to win. Newcomers always welcome at the Naomh Olaf Academy for younger players - boys on Saturday and girls on Sunday. Indoors until the weather improves with children born in 2011 at 9am, 2012 at 10am, and 2013/2014 at 11am. Pop in to see the Academy in action! The Chairman and Executive Committee extend their sympathies to the families of Matt Bermingham and Claus de Veale who both passed away recently. Get Ireland Walking Naomh Olaf Walkers Group meet every Thursday evening and new walkers are more that welcome! Meet at the Club at 6.45pm and walk at your own pace and with new friends. A great way to get some fresh air and exercise! Live music in Club Bar on Sunday 3rd February from 6pm - why not come and enjoy! Farmers Market at Naomh Olaf every Friday from 9am until 2pm.
SOCCER: JACKSON THE STAR MAN FOR JACKSON PARK CLUB IN
Wayside wonders close in on Crumlin tie in fine fettle LSL SUNDAY SENIOR 1 Glenville Wayside Celtic DAVE DONNELLY sport@dublingazette.com
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WAYSIDE Celtic limbered up for their Charlie Cahill Cup reunion with Crumlin United with a comprehensive 4-0 defeat of Glenview in Palmerstown on Sunday. The LSL Sunday Senior 1 side were a penalty shoot-out from lifting the cup last April but lost by the odd spotkick in ten to the runaway Sunday Senior leaders. They’ll have a chance to gain some measure of revenge when they come back up against Martin Loughran’s Crumlin side in their second round tie on the Armagh Road on Sunday afternoon. Before their thoughts could turn to the cup, however, Peter Lennon’s side had to negotiate a tricky away tie with
Glenville, who’d scored late on to salvage a draw at Jackson Park two weeks ago. Goals from Peter Durrad, Ross Zambra and a brace from midfielder Joe Jackson ensured a much happier return for the Kilternan outfit this time around, though the result f lattered them somewhat. The away side took the lead midway through the first half when striker Durrad latched onto a ball over the top and struck an early shot the keeper could only get fingertips to. Wayside were happy to sit back and try to pick Glenville off on the break, but it took until the hour for the visitors to double their advantage. A handled backpass presented them with an indirect free kick 12 yards out, and playmaker Zambra was teed up to ripple the net.
Glenville remained in the game until the dying minutes when Canadian midfielder Jackson, who will play his last game before returning to North America, scored twice in quick succession. The converted defender, once on the books at Drogheda United, turned his first home from a corner before nipping in to get goal number four in the final minute. “It probably wasn’t a 4-0 game,” the long-
serving Zambra told the Dublin Gazette. “They had more territory and more possession in the second half, but we felt like we didn’t concede many chances. Our keeper didn’t really have many saves to make. “ We we re a l w ay s threatening on the break. We ran out quite comfortable winners in the end, but they might feel 4-0 is a harsh reflection at the end of it.” Wayside are yet to see
any players coming in or out during the January window, with the exception of Jackson, though manager Lennon has been working hard to strengthen his options. “This is our second year now in that division, and last year we had a big overhaul of players. This season we have a bit more of a settled team. “If we get a couple of players in we’d be confident of staying in and around the picture.”
Doherty hurdles to 60m win
DUNDRUM South Dublin AC’s Kate Doherty was a very impressive of the national indoor championships Under-23 60m hurdles last weekend in a new personal best time of 8.47 seconds in Athlone. She was among a small contingent from the club at the Under-20/23 event with Ciaran Carthy returning to competition after a few months out with injury to finish fourth in the Under-20 400m final in 49.59. Gavin Doran was also fourth in the UnderDSDAC’s Kate Doherty on her way to victory. Picture: Sam Barnes/Sportsfile 20 200m final in 22.91, a personal best, and
he makes the age group for two more years. On the road, DSD swept to the top of the Irish Road Racing programme with comprehensive victories in the men and women’s team races at the AXA 5 mile. There were over 4,000 competitors in this well managed event. DSD’s Matt Bergin finished a gallant second with Hiko Tonosa sixth and Robert Corbablly 10th. In the women’s race, Linda Byrne led the team home in fifth place with Meghan Ryan seventh and Amy Moran 13th.
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BASKETBALL: KILLESTER WIN OUT IN SMART ENDGAME
UCD Marian endure cup pain once again MEN’S HULA HOOPS NATIONAL CUP FINAL Pyrobel Killester UCD Marian JAMES HENDICOTT sport@dublingazette.com
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Niland launches Tennis 4 Cancer initiative
FORMER Ireland Number 1 and ex-ATP Tour Professional, Conor Niland, helped launch the second year of the TENNIS4CANCER novel fundraising campaign, which aims to gather the tennis community across Ireland to raise vital funds for cancer research and psychological and emotional support for anyone affected by cancer. He is pictured, left, with rugby stars Tony Ward and Luke McGrath at Monkstown LTC. Picture: Robbie Reynolds
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UCD MARIAN endured men’s Hula Hoops National Cup final pain for the second successive season as Pyrobel Killester nicked the title ended their own nine-year drought in a battle that came down to a frantic final few seconds. The contest ebbed and flowed from the off, with Killester taking, and then throwing away a substantial lead before ultimately overcoming their rivals in a nip and tuck finale. In fact, with Marian having defeated Killester in the league by a full 20 points just a week ago, the closeness of this contest was a great advert for the league from the familiar opponents. American Royce Williams was the key man for Killester with the attacking flair of the boisterous import including some critical three pointers along the way. Williams had been a necessary weapon earlier on in particular, proving the key man in opening up a sturdy and committed UCD defence determined to prevent runs on the basket. No team was able to established a margin in the early stages and it was only towards half time that Killester started to edge away, controlling plenty of possession and scoring a series of consecutive points that put them seven in front at the midway break. That was the cue for Marian to show their mettle. The second period had started with four minutes of defences on top and the third period saw Killester again seemingly riddled with the strain of it all, as they went through another misfiring period and UCD made hay, dragging themselves from behind to nine points in front. Killester didn’t fold, though, and had dragged
Pyrobel Killester’s Alex Herreros takes on UCD Marian’s Conor Meany. Picture: Martin Doherty
the tallies back to 61 points a piece by the time the clock showed just under a minute left, and the strategy games began. UCD looked to have got their noses in front when Conor Meaney slotted home from close range for a two point lead. Williams then popped up with a huge, critical three pointer to put Killester back in front, and UCD were forced to go for full-blown strategy. Twice they fouled Killester players in the hope of getting the ball back in the dying seconds
and, as UCD pushed to get the ball in hand, Killester failed to down four consecutive free throws. The last, perhaps, was in their interest. With only a couple of seconds left on the clock, UCD had no time to win the ball back and launch an attack against their nervous-looking opponents. Instead, Killester won the rebound, hit another basket on the buzzer, and got the celebrations underway.
Bulls unable to halt Rebel rising
HULA HOOPS IWA WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL FINAL Ballybrack Bulls Rebel Wheelers sport@dublingazette.com
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BALLYBRACK Bulls battled hard but ultimately found the Rebel Wheelers too strong in the Hula Hoops IWA National Cup final on Friday evening, in a 67-39 result. A nip and tuck opening quarter saw nothing between the sides by the midway mark. Fast break scores from Ballybrack’s Valene Ryan and Graham Merrigan caused Wheelers to panic slightly, however, superb inside
cuts and scores from Wheelers’ captain, Paul Ryan, kept them in the hunt and a first quarter lead, 17-10. Wheelers gained the advantage at the beginning of the second quarter with nice scores from Ryan and Joe Hargrow. Bulls continued to push the pace and were always a threat on the counter with the hugely impressive Valene Ryan picking up scores as the first half ended, 29-22. It was the third quarter that saw Wheelers’ Tiarnan O’Donnell come into his own. He scored 12 points in quick succession and made a huge impact,
using his length to steal the ball and catch both offensive and defensive rebounds. It was the key spell as they
built a 54-30 lead and while Ballybrack rallied, they were never in range of a famous comeback.
Ballybrack’s Valene Ryan lines up a shot. Picture: Brendan Moran/Sportsfile
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CLUB NOTES
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SHANKILL IT’S TIME to release all that pent-up energy as the juvenile academy, sponsored by O’Donnell’s Pharmacy, gets back to action this Saturday, February 2 at 10am indoors in St Laurence’s College. I know that we are all skint after Christmas but why not give the academy a try? The coaches are ready and the equipment is waiting and ready to be used, the cost is only €2 per child and there is no annual subscription. Our men’s adult footballers fielded two teams in the seven-a-side blitz organised by Cabinteely GAA Club which also had teams from Geraldine P Moran and Stars of Erin. There was a great morning of football. There was another brilliant turnout of people for the second Operation Transformation walking group night and our club even got a mention on RTE TV. Well done everybody. The group meets every Thursday night at 7pm at St Anne’s Church. Please come along; the group is open to both members and non-members alike. Bring a Hi -Vis top. Many thanks to Fr John and the Parish committee for the use of the Church grounds. Chase the Ace draw on Sunday night in Brady’s there was no jackpot winner the €50 prize went to Des, Martin & Derek. This week’s jackpot is €1,750. Tickets are €2 each or 3 for €5 and are available from club members or in the pub. For details of our ladies football team check out our Facebook page and follow the link to the ladies Facebook group, e-mail stevedavis203@gmail. com or contact Steve 087 6414123. The men’s adult football team are looking for new players which are always welcome contact Kevin 086 8449902. For more information on the club, contact, secretary.shankill.dublingaa. ie or call 086 4010438. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter. Join Shankill GAA Club, your community, your Village GAA club where everybody knows your name.
BADMINTON
De La Salle Churchtown the Leinster champs DE LA Salle Churchtown’s Under-19A badminton, led by Conor Bradley, convincingly won through to the Leinster Division 3 title in Baldoyle Badminton Centre. They won through in Dublin courtesy of a 6-0 win over St Fintan’s College, Sutton before shining on the Leinster stage. The Division 3 team, comprising of Bradley (captain), Jakub Kowelczyk, Russel Flores, Maverick Labestella and Dmitri Griffin – along with subs Mujhtaba Mohuiddin and Robert Gay – then went on to win two closely contested play off matches against Banagher College (4-2) and Enniscorthy UDC (6-0). It earned them the right to play in the final against Columba College from Westmeath. In a tense final, the De La Salle Boys played extremely well in what was their third match of the day, winning the Leinster finals 4-2. Although the College has been in many Leinster finals before at Division 1 and 2 level, this is the first time De La Salle College have been crowned Leinster champions at any level, making for a special moment for the school.
HOCKEY: RATHFARNHAM CLUB WIN ALL-IRELAND
Three Rock earn yet another Euro indoor ticket STEPHEN FINDLATER
sport@dublingazette.com
A DOUBLE each from Luke Madeley, Ross Canning and Ben Walker saw Three Rock Rovers retain the men’s National Indoor Trophy for a third successive year, beating Railway Union 6-1 at the Antrim Forum. The St Columba’s College based team hit the front in the seventh minute from a well-worked move, whipping the ball to Jody Hosking in the left corner where he crossed first time to Luke Madeley arriving at the right moment to score. Eoin MacArthur equalised within a minute with a smartly taken finish from top D but the Rathfarnham side finished strong to build a 3-1 lead. Madeley got his second from a switch left from one of only a few penalty corners awarded in the final. Hosking hit the crossbar before Ben Walker got the pick of the goals, an interception on halfway before weaving down the middle and flicking high on his reverse past the impressive
Three Rock Rovers won their third successive National Indoor Trophy last weekend at the Antrim Forum. Picture: Billy Pollock
Stephen O’Keeffe. His counterpart Jamie Carr, meanwhile, got out quickly to save a Railway corner on the stroke of half-time to keep the gap at two into the break. The early phases of the second half were close and tense as Three Rock held much of the ball and Railway remained patient in their half-court press. Rovers did move further ahead via a stroke
SPECIAL GUEST Ringrose drops in at Blackrock
LEINSTER and Ireland rugby star
Garry Ringrose returned to the club where it all started for him, Blackrock College RFC, for a special guest visit to the Under11 group His presence seemed to have impact for their games against St Mary’s at UCD with his cousin Lughan in the Rock line-up. He was among a number of stars who dropped in on their old clubs this week with Josh van der Flier at Wicklow RFC and Tom Farrell at Coolmine.
when Hosking was felled by O’Keeffe on the right baseline. From there, Railway opened up, creating some big chances with Richie Forrest shooting one across the face of goal and Brendan Parsons flicking over. Michael Fulham hit the bar, too, but Rovers were the more clinical outfit and they killed off the tie when Railway went to a kicking back, scoring twice in the
endgame via Canning and Walker. Earlier, Rovers won their semi-final 17-2 against Limerick while Railway had a close-run battle with Cookstown, scoring three times in the last 11 minutes to win 3-1. It means Rovers’ fate for their Euro 2020 campaign is in their own hands. They travel to Oslo for the third tier of European competition from February 8-10.
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CAMOGIE: BROWNE’S CHARGES UNABLE TO BUILD ON SUPER FIRST HALF Cuala’s Sinead Wylde held back by her marker. Picture: ilivephotos.com
Cuala’s Wylde steps up for Dubs league bid NATIONAL LEAGUE DIVISION 1 GROUP 1 Kilkenny Dublin sport@dublingazette.com
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DUBLIN’S new look side could not convert an excellent first half performance into an opening victory as Frank Browne’s managerial reign came unstuck in Callan in the second half. He introduced 12 new players to the squad with many stepping up from last year’s minors and Junior Premier side. Cuala’s Sinead Wylde was among the newcomers as the side looks to develop for the year ahead. And the fresh-faced side had a great first half, hooking, blocking, tracking back, no blade of grass was left uncovered. Ali Maguire, the free taker, had two wides before the nerves were settled in the first six minutes and after that she slotted two frees over the bar. Her St Vincent’s club mate Aisling Maher scored two points from play. All Star nominee Siobhan Kehoe also scored a lovely point from play in the ninth min-
ute and popped over a free just before the half time whistle blew. During this time, they won most of the rucks and 50/50 balls. Emma O’Byrne, Eve O’Brien and debutante Orla Gray - on debut - were hunting in packs and clearing the line. In the half back line, Dee Johnstone – who won an All Ireland medal with the Premier Juniors last year – showed class alongside the gifted vice captain Aisling Carolan and long striker Grainne Quinn who delivered some great ball into the forwards. Midfield was the duo of captain Roisin Baker and Alex Griffin who had a great game. The half forward line was the hard working Emma Flanagan, the experienced Ali Maguire and Sinead Wylde another debutante for the Seniors. The forward line featured the third starting debutante Evelyn Twomey alongside All Star Maher and the fearless Siobhan Kehoe. It all filtered into a 0-6 to 0-5 lead at the break. The momentum, though, stalled in
the second half and Kilkenny soon took over when Denise Gaule was moved from the forwards and left to roam. Within the first seven minutes, Kilkenny had scored three points. Dublin’s forwards were starved of ball and moved out to try get some action but Kilkenny waited patiently and drove the ball back down the field.
They edged 0-8 to 0-6 in front with the game very much live through a scoreless 12 minute spell. The next score was crucial in the momentum of the tie and Danielle Morrissey got it for Kilkenny from a free. And a sloppy goal from Katie Nolan in the 29th minute took away any dreams Dublin had of pulling back into the game.
Faughs Celtic’s Kerrie Finnegan. Picture: ilivephotos.com
HURLING
O’Connell shines as Dublin start with a victory CUALA’S Darragh O’Connell fired a second half goal to see Dublin overcome the challenge of Carlow 3-15 to 0-18 in difficult conditions at Parnell Park last Saturday evening in National Hurling League Division 1B. He was part of a trio from the Dalkey club alongside Sean Moran and Jake Malone and Kilmacud Crokes Fergal Whitely in the starting line-up. The Dubs trailed by two points at the break, 1-6 to 0-11, but restarted with intent with points from Fiontan McGibb and sub Donal Burke. Donal Burke’s impact on the secondhalf was telling as he tallied 1-4 from play while fellow sub Danny Sutcliffe also played a leading role in several key scores during the second period. Eamonn Dillon’s goal in the fourth minute of the second-half added to Dublin’s momentum and when he pointed in the 43rd minute, after brilliantly controlling the sliotar, Mattie Kenny’s side were 2-9 to 0-11 clear. The Dubs were the stronger team after the change of ends and would have won more comfortably but for the goalkeeping heroics of Carlow’s Brian Treacy who produced impressive saves to deny Eamon Dillon and Fintan McGibb at different stages of the half. Donal Burke did get Dublin’s third goal seven minutes from the end of normal time, following good work by Dillon.
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