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DUN LAOGHAIRE REMEMBERS SPORT HURLING: Third time lucky for Crokes as All-Ireland champions exit Dublin Championship with two-point loss. SEE P39 Commemorations took place in Dun Laoghaire on October 10 to mark 100 years since the sinking of the R.M.S. Leinster where 564 people lost their lives when the ship was torpedoed by a German U-boat near the Kish Bank on its way to Holyhead. Picture: Peter Cavanagh Photography

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Outrage as kids set off fireworks near dogs REBECCA RYAN

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A LOCAL animal cruelty prevention charity has issued a strong warning after a video showing children setting off a firework beside a woman out walking her dogs in Rathfarnham went viral.

The shocking footage from last Tuesday evening was shared on 98FM’s

Dublin Talks and people have been venting their disgust online.

Darragh Byrne Gregory said: “[This happened] around the corner from me and it’s absolutely disgraceful. They should be charged, or their parents charged at least.”

Gillian Bird from The Dublin Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (DSPCA) told Dublin Gazette said: “We

have a very high visitation to local schools. We do a big campaign every year with Dublin Fire Brigade and Dublin Bus. We are quite shocked that it’s happening.”

She advised: “Parents, do you know where your kids are? Please remind them that fireworks are illegal and extremely dangerous.

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Garden grows €100,000 in funding has been secured to assist in developing a community garden in Fernhill Park and Garden in Stepaside Village. Fernhill is an 82-acre Victorian Estate that is currently being developed as a public SEE PAGE 2 park.

Calls for CCTV to tackle rise in graffiti

THERE are calls for CCTV at the pedestrian bridge over the DART line in Blackrock after a surge in graffiti.

Blackrock Tidy Towns spend hours painting the bridge with murals to cover up graffiti, but vandals are destroying it by graffiti on a regular basis.

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Calls for CCTV to tackle rise in graffiti

Irene Collins, managing director of EIQA with Terri Byrne (Irish Independent) presenting the Award to Lisa Marks, Jessica Davies, Aoife Dalton, Nicola Ring, Damaris Ayres, Peter McGee, Kevin O’Callaghan and Declan Doyle from Newpark School Sports Centre.

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THERE are calls for CCTV at the pedestrian bridge over the DART line in Blackrock after a surge in graffiti.

Blackrock Tidy Towns spend hours painting the bridge with murals to cover up graffiti, but vandals are destroying it by graffiti on a regular basis.

Blackrock Tidy Towns said they are “absolutely devastated”.

They said: “Thoughtless people have totally destroyed the bridge over the DART line. Good

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Coveted Q Mark for leisure centre Some of the graffiti on the pedestrian bridge over the DART line in Blackrock

money and time was spent on this project to make our seafront attractive and this is the thanks.”

Jim Kenny from community group Blackrock Business Network said the situation is “dire” and the graffiti has been happening around the village too.

“It’s just dire. Rockfield Park had a nice sign which is totally graffitied as well.

“I feel so sorry for the people who are cleaning it all the time.”

Mr Kenny’s own shop, Centra in Blackrock village, has also been vandalised by graffiti.

“My own building has been attacked, Bank of Ireland has been attacked.

One individual was caught.

“It’s horrendous when they do it on the front of your shop. It costs [you] a tradesman [to fix it]. I feel embarrassed when [it happens]. It gives the impression that you’re not looking after your shop and it’s dirty.”

Mr Kenny said he would like to see CCTV to combat this problem.

Cllr Cormac Devlin (FF) told Dublin Gazette it’s “very soul destroying” for the volunteers.

“I think it’s the third time that Tidy Towns have gone ahead to improve and beautify the bridge. There’s a set of individuals or individual who is intent on [vandalising] it.”

Cllr Devlin said he would like to see a CCTV camera put on the bridge.

Dublin Gazette contacted the council and Irish Rail about the problem.

The council said: “We can’t provide comment as this area is the responsibility of Iarnrod Eireann.”

Jane Cregan from Irish Rail said: “We do have a central facility for live CCTV monitoring and we will be looking to expand this in the future.”

When asked if Blackrock DART station will be included in that expansion, Ms Cregan said: “It will be subject to funding allocation, but we hope to include the whole of the DART line.”

NEWPARK School Sports Centre has won the overall National Q Mark title for Q Mark Leisure Centre of the Year at The National Q Mark Awards at the Clayton Hotel on September 28th.

The Blackrock sports centre is a dual use facility providing a high quality, inclusive sports and leisure facility that caters for the students of Newpark Comprehensive School and the wider community.

It is a very special year for The Q Mark Awards as EIQA celebrate their 50th anniversary.

Almost 600 people representing 140 companies attended a formal black-tie ceremony in competition for one of only 27 awards presented.

Damaris Ayres, Disability Liaison officer and Customer Care representative said: “Winning The Q Mark is recognition for the whole team who work hard to provide accessible, inclusive, enjoyable and challenging classes and programmes for our customers.

“It shows we care about our customers and the quality of the service we provide, and we are willing to go that extra mile to ensure that we achieve the highest possible standards.”

Stepaside garden set for a funding boost €100,000 in funding has been secured to assist in developing a community garden in Fernhill Park and Garden in Stepaside Village.

Fernhill is an 82-acre Victorian Estate that is currently being developed as a public park.

Ruairi O’Dulaing, chief of parks commented: “This new and innovative community garden will replace what was once a Victorian kitchen garden which had become dilapidated over time.

“Our mission in partnership with the local community is to renovate the entire area, refurbish the glass house structures, which will in turn create facilities for potting up new plants, and housing other tender plants.

“The community garden is in the early stages of development and our aim with this funding is to honour the old village, maintain a connection with the landscape and foster a strong sense of local community spirit.”

Minister for Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht Josepha Madigan said: “The scheme focuses on projects which can help to enhance towns and villages with populations of less than 5,000 people, with a particular emphasis on stimulating economic development.”

Local councillor Lettie Mc Carthy (Lab) said: “The community garden proposals are very exciting, and this grant will help accelerate plans which are only at the very early stages. I am really excited about this project as I know it will be a lot of fun and will bring people together.”

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UNION CAFE: RESTAURANT WILL BE SERVING BREAKFAST, LUNCH AND DINNER

New cafe is on the menu for Churchtown REBECCA RYAN

THERE is great news for the Churchtown area as the popular Union Cafe has just opened.

Officially opened October 11, the restaurant and bar will be serving up breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week with an inviting brunch menu on weekends.

The newly-built Cafe is bright and airy and has a great vibe to it. The interiors are beautiful, cosy and comfortable, with exposed wooden beams adding to the rustic feel.

Much like their sister restaurant in Mount Merrion,

the Churchtown location is set to be a local gathering place for family and friends, neighbours and colleagues in the area.

New general manager Stjepan Babic is from Croatia and came to Ireland four years ago. He has been with the group for over two years and was general manager in Mount Merrion Union Café.

Stjepan is a man who can juggle many things very well. He just had a baby and is moving to a new house along with opening this brand-new location. And he does it all with a smile and enthusiasm!

He told Dublin Gazette he is looking forward to welcom-

ing the locals: “I’m moving here to open Churchtown and I’m really looking forward to it.

“Union café is famous for being very approachable and a very locally ordinated place.

It will be a family restaurant.

We always try to introduce community in whatever we do. We want to be the new place for the community to gather and to enjoy their coffees, meetings and celebrations.

“It’s a big restaurant and there is loads of space for the families. It sits 100 people. It’s perfect for any celebrations, birthdays, parties and communions.

RONNIE DREW

Fitting memorial to folk legend proposed

Managers Stjepan Babic and David Payne Mullins

“There’s a really big bar with a nice modern cocktail menu so in the evening time it will be a bar.”

Mount Merrion’s popular ‘dish of the day’ offer will also be coming to Churchtown.

Stjepan said: “We have a dish of the day. It is our daily special with a glass of wine for €20. Instead of the early bird we do this for the whole night. The dish is worth €20 itself, but we give the wine for free, as complimentary.”

Union Café is ever expanding with another new location at The Beacon opening

soon.

General Manager of Union Café at The Beacon David Payne Mullins is helping out with the Churchtown opening and said they’ve been getting some great interest already from the locals.

“It’s been a very smooth week of trials with loads of happy faces. There’s been amazing feedback so far with loads of interest from the locals.

Union Café Churchtown takes walk-ins but booking is advisable to avoid disappointment.

RONNIE DREW of The Dubliners could be honoured with a memorial after a council motion was passed.

Independent councillor for Dun Laoghaire Michael Merrigan, who tabled the motion at last week’s Dun Laoghaire Area Committee meeting, told Dublin Gazette that more Irish people need to be remembered and that he hopes the funding can be found for the Ronnie Drew memorial.

“The Town of Dun Laoghaire, unlike similar towns across Ireland, has not memorialised many of its own since independence.

“We have streets named for George IV and many of his brothers, his niece, Lords Lieutenant of Ireland and British Prime Ministers, but only side streets or laneways named in honour of Irish people.

“It’s high time that we memorialised some of our own and I am glad that the council is erecting a statue to Roger Casement on the seafront and that the Dun Laoghaire Area Committee has unanimously supported my proposal to commission a piece of public art as a memorial to Ronnie Drew of The Dubliners.

“It’s now up to the Public Art Steering Group to progress this proposal on behalf of the people of Dun Laoghaire.”

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RATHFARNHAM: RESIDENTS VENT DISGUST ONLINE FOLLOWING INCIDENT

Kids set off fireworks near dogs REBECCA RYAN

A LOCAL animal cruelty prevention charity has issued a strong warning after a video showing children setting off a firework beside a woman out walking her dogs in Rathfarnham went viral.

Outrage has been pouring out after the incident last Tuesday evening in Whitechurch and has been described as “absolutely disgraceful” behaviour.

The shocking footage was shared by Adrian Kennedy and Jeremy Dixon of 98FM’s Dublin Talks.

People have been venting their disgust online with some experiencing similar instances.

Fiona Cleary said: “Absolutely shocking, terrifying that poor lady with her dog’s. Animals are so frightened at this time of year with all these kids letting off banger’s, but to do it deliberately is totally sick. What kind of homes do they come from.

It’s disgusting behaviour.

Name and shame.”

Ash Ni Riada said: “I had a firework launched across the road last year at me, my boyfriend, his dog, a woman and her

child.”

Sabrina Donohoe said: “This happened to me before when I was walking home from the shop with my daughter.

They threw one at us as I passed, and I picked my kid up and ran.”

Darragh Byrne Gregory said: “[This happened] around the corner from me and it’s absolutely disgraceful. They should be charged, or their parents charged at least.”

Gillian Bird from the DSPCA said: “It’s shocking that kids are doing this. We have a very high visitation to local schools.

DONNYBROOK

Teresian School set to hold annual Open Day

A still from the shocking footage which was filmed in Rathfarnham

We do a big campaign every year with Dublin Fire Brigade and Dublin Bus. We are quite shocked that it’s happening. We are surprised that it happened when it was daylight. The boldness of the kids doing this in daylight is shocking.”

She has this advice to parents in the run up to Halloween.

“Parents, do you know where your kids are?

Please remind them that fireworks are illegal and extremely dangerous.

“We’d also say to pet owners, maybe its time to start bringing your cats in. Don’t walk your dogs in areas where you suspect you may come across rowdy teens.

“Also, put you’re your dogs on a leash. Luckily that lady [in the video] had her two dogs on the lead, if she hadn’t it

would’ve been more difficult to control them.

“One of the big risks to dogs with fireworks is that dogs who like chasing sticks wouldn’t think twice about running after a ‘stick’ that could end up being a banger that goes off in their mouth.”

She also advised people to report incidents to Gardai and to make sure pets are microchipped with the details up to date.

THE Teresian School Donnybrook annual Open Day takes place on Saturday October 13 from 10am to 1pm. All are welcome to attend.

Parents and pupils will have the opportunity to meet with teachers and students and view the upgraded facilities which is the result of the recently completed Jubilee Project.

This is a transformational development in the life of the school, further embedding The Teresian School in the educational landscape of this area.

The school incorporates a Pre-School, Junior School and Secondary School.

It is renowned for its academic excellence, its committed, progressive and innovative teachers and its emphasis on the holistic development of the student.

Students are educated in an intimate learning environment, with students taught in small class sizes and given personal attention from their dedicated teachers. Their Pre-School accepts boys and girls from two years of age and provides a stimulating learning environment from 8am to 6pm daily.

The School was ranked sixth out of the top 25 secondary schools in Ireland in the Sunday Times Best Schools Guide September 2018; it was ranked fourth out of all schools in South Dublin, with 85.1% of students progressing to university.

The school welcomes students from diverse backgrounds while encouraging an appreciation for the Catholic faith.

It follows the educational principles of St Pedro Poveda.

The school motto is Joy, Fortitude and Love. They incorporate this ethos into every aspect of school life – it forms the foundation of their mission.

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GALLERIES OF THE WEEK

Pictures: Peter Cavanagh Photography

Be Active in Ballyogan Sports and Activity Hub

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DUNDRUM

IRISH WATER TO WRITE TO HOMES

Water safe for ‘at risk’ customers

Glass bottle site clean-up called for THERE are calls for a clean-up at the Irish Glass Bottle site in Dundrum after a number of complaints.

Local councillor Pat Hand (FG) told Dublin Gazette: “I raised an issue regarding the Irish Glass bottle site on Goatstown road at the Dundrum area meeting.

“A number of residents had contacted me regarding the condition of the site.

“The site has been derelict for many years and it was a beautiful site many years ago as it had a football pitch, pitch and putt and bowling green.

“I would ask the owners of the site to clean it up.”

Cllr Hand added the council have agreed to tidy up the overhanging hedging and trees that are causing concerns to residents living in the area.

Take the Plunge for local athletes this December PICTURED is Keith Butler, Special Olympics Athlete, with Bear Chills himself celebrating the return of the Polar Plunge to the Sandycove, Dun Laoghaire, on December 8. The annual fundraiser sees families, clubs, local businesses and individuals brave the icy waters to raise funds for local athletes with intellectual disabilities. Picture: Marc O’Sullivan

AROUND 31,500 Dun Laoghaire Rathdown homes and businesses will be getting a letter from Irish Water to say that their water supply is “at risk”.

140,000 homes and businesses across Ireland are on the Environmental Protection Agency’s Remedial Action List (RAL) which lists “at risk” water supplies where drinking water quality isn’t as good as it could be.

In the past, Irish Water only made contact if there was a problem with their drinking water supply that was likely to cause an immediate risk to health. Irish Water will continue to do that.

However, the recent Water Services Policy Statement called for better engagement with, and greater transparency for people using public water supplies.

Over the coming weeks, each affected home and business will receive a letter outlining why the supply in question is at risk and what Irish Water is doing to mitigate the risk.

The Roundwood public water supply, which supplies water to Dun Laoghaire Rathdown to approximately 31,500 customers, is on the RAL.

The Roundwood public water supply is affected by trihalomethanes (THMs).

THMs are chemical compounds which can form over time when natural organic matter, such as twigs and leaves, react with the chlorine necessary to adequately disinfect water supplies in order to make the water safe to drink.

To address this, Irish Water is making a significant investment in the Vartry Water Supply Scheme. This will ensure a safe and sustainable water supply for the north Wicklow and south Dublin areas, including these water supplies.

This project involves building a new water treatment plant on the site of the existing plant and replacing the Callow Hill Tunnel. The project aims to be completed by early 2021.

Speaking about the public information campaign, Mark Macaulay, asset planning manager at Irish Water said: “We wish to assure everyone we are writing to in Dun Laoghaire Rathdown that their drinking water is safe to drink. We monitor and test our supplies on a continuous basis. If anyone has any concerns they can contact Irish Water (1850 278 278).”

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BUDGET 2019: CHORUS OF CRITICISMS FOR THE BUDGET, WITH LITTLE TO TACKLE HOUSING CRISIS

New plan is ‘disappointing’ RACHEL D’ARCY

THE announcement of Budget 2019 on Tuesday led to mixed reactions from both politicians and citizens alike.

Politicians such as Deputy Frances Fitzgerald (FG) hailed Budget 2019 as “fair, progressive and sustainable”, whilst Deputy Joan Burton (Lab) said it is “one of the most nakedly political and election budgets” she has seen.

INCOME TAX The Universal Social Charge will fall to 4.5% – a decrease of 0.25% – on incomes between €19,874 and €70,004.

It will mean meagre savings for most; for someone on a €30,000 salary, it will mean an annual saving of €39, or €17 per year for someone on €20,000.

The home carer tax credit will increase by €300 to €1,500, and for those who are self-employed, the earned income tax credit will be increase by €200 to €1,350.

A l l we e k l y s o c i a l welfare payments will increase by €5 from March, with the Christmas bonus restored to a double payment.

There will be two weeks of paid parental leave for every parent of a child under one year from November 2019, to increase to seven weeks over a number of years.

HOUSING THE chair of housing charity Threshold, Aideen Hayden, said the “absence of measures” to address the housing crisis in the budget is “disappointing”.

Hayden said: “We are concerned that they will

make little impact on the scale of the problem.”

In Budget 2019, the allocation for the national housing programme increased by €470m, with €1.25bn for the delivery of 10,000 new social homes in 2019 through construction, acquisition and leasing also to be invested.

There will be an extra €121m for the Housing Assistance Payment, and €60m extra in Capital spending, much of which is targeted at emergency accommodation.

There will also be 100% mortgage interest relief for landlords – a move prompting criticism from housing activists.

Eoin O Faogain from Take Back The City said: “Another budget in which profiteering off misery is encouraged. No matter how long [FF/FG are]

SOME IMPACTS ON YOUR POCKET: • The excise duty on a packet of 20 cigarettes will rise

by 50 cents, bringing the cost of a packet of cigarettes to €12.70.

• A €5 per week increase in all weekly social welfare payments from next March.

• Increasing the tax from 1% to 2% with betting duty on the commission to increase from 15% to 25% with effect from January 1.

Minister for Finance Paschal Donohoe reveals Budget 2019 – but a barrage of criticisms across the political and public spectrum followed in its wake, with proponents for Housing, Health and Education outlining their concerns

in power, they’ll never change course.”

EDUCATION BUDGET 2019 features a 6.7% increase in funding that will allow for 1,300 additional posts in schools in 2019. There is also a €25 increase in back-to-school clothing and footwear allowance rates.

An additional 950 special needs assistants are to be recruited in 2019, alongside a €196m Capital investment in education.

There will also be an extra €300m for third-level education up to 2024, and funding for early learning and childcare will go up to €90m.

However, the Association of Secondary Teachers Ireland (ASTI) said Budget 2019 fails to address the national funding crisis.

ASTI president Breda Lynch said: “At a time of growing student numbers, curriculum change in schools and significantlyincreased teacher work-

load, our second-level schools will continue to have a lower ratio of teachers to students ... than they did in 2009.”

HEALTH THERE will be an increase of €1.05bn in health funding, as well as a €25 increase in the weekly income threshold for GP visit cards.

A 9% increase for mental health services will also be introduced next year, meaning €184m will be

invested. Disability services will get an extra €150m.

Deputy Louise O’Reilly (SF) said Budget 2019 does nothing to relieve overcrowding in hospitals.

She said: “The budget has done nothing to address the capacity issues affecting the health service.

“Our health service needs real investment, sustainable investment into the future, but Fine Gael and Fianna Fail have not done this.”

Hey pumpkin, what’s happening?

EMILY Donnell was easy to spot in a field of pumpkins as she helped Tayto Park roll out some new Hallowe’enthemed attractions, courtesy of Scary Tales.

With the clever crisp company no doubt looking to make a packet from the popular annual fright fest, all

kinds of spook-tacularly fun events and attractions have been added to the family-focused park.

Whatever about devilishly friendly pumpkin sorters being on hand to help greet everyone, kids can look forward to fairy tale characters, facepainting, and possibly the odd witch

or scarily entertaining Hallowe’en character, making sure that the park will be a hit with boys and ghouls and their families.

For further information about Tayto Park’s Scary Tales attractions and events, see http://www.taytopark.ie/events. Picture: Leon Farrell

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GALLERIES OF THE WEEK

Eimear McAuliffe and Mary Crotty

Andrew Sinkovich, Helen Mc Carthy, Anne Burrows and Damian McCarthy.

Pictures: Paul Sherwood

Julie Doherty, Col Darren Doherty and Bernie Murphy

Margaret and Joe Behan

RMS Leinster Centenary Concert

Marian Keyes, Paul McRedmond and

Simon Morgan, Niamh Murray and

Angela Flynn

Ronan Murray

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S part of RMS Leinster commemorative events a concert was held in Christ Church Dun Laoghaire attended by relatives and friends. Performances were from Ronan Murray, Niamh Murray, Simon Morgan,

The Brook Singers and The CWU Band. The concert was very poignant, given that a concert was held 100 years ago to raise funds for the dependents of those who perished on the mail-boat in 1918.

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GALLERIES OF THE WEEK

Fiona Allen, Caroline and Paul Martin, Betty Stenson (Co-author of the book) and Gillian Oman

Eilis Buckley and Sinead Buckley Quinn.

Inset: Michela Ponto

Launch of book People on the Pier in Dun Laoghaire

Sarah Maria Griffin, Michael Doorley and Maura and Jerry Corcoran. Pictures: Peter Cavanagh Photography

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LOVE YOUR DUBLIN: THE BEST ON OFFER FOR THE HALLOWEEN BANK HOLIDAY WEEKEND

THERE’S TONS OF HALLOWEEN DELIGHTS ON OFFER ACROSS THE CAPITAL THIS YEAR, FOR YOUNG AND OLD ALIKE!

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THE MOST TERRIFYING AND GHOULISH EVENTS THIS HALLOWEEN

T MIGHT only feel like we have just come out of summer but the crisp October air and chilly winter weather coming out means that Halloween is just around the corner.

It’s definitely a haunting time of year, with the pressure to make plans for the big day somewhat lingering like a spooky ghost.

Fear not, however - there are plenty of events across Dublin to sink your (vampire) teeth into.

There’s a range of spooktacular events on offer in the capital in the lead up to the big day, including Boo at the Zoo in Dublin Zoo, Halloween at Dublinia, Peril’s Pumkin Trail in Malahide, Halloween at Imaginosity, Jackula in Ballymun, and Creepy Town at The Helix.

We have picked out our three highlight events which include something for all the family and an adult/teen only event – head along to these, if you dare!

BRAM STOKER FESTIVAL BEST FEATURE: THE MACNAS PARADE The Bram Stoker Festival has something for everyone in its gothically inspired programme of events.

The festival celebrates the mysterious thrill of Halloween, and delves into the legacy of one of Ireland’s most treasured authors.

More than 70,000 people will enjoy events such as pop-up Victorian fun parks, live music, workshops, theatre and more The highlight is the Macnas Parade, which starts in Moore Street at 7pm on Monday 29 October.

The festival takes place from the 26th 29th October.

SAMHAIN MAGIC BEST FEATURE: NIGHT TOUR OF CROKER A magic show, tour of Croke Park and more are taking place at the GAA Museum this Halloween.

The family friendly event is inviting families to take part in a unique experience which includes a stadium tour and a childfriendly, Samhain-themed magic show.

Admission includes a hot Halloween drink for all adults and late entry to the GAA Museum.

There’s also a chance for visitors to take their photo with the Sam Maguire and Liam MacCarthy cups.

Samhain Magic at the Museum takes place from October 26th to 30th.

NIGHTMARE REALM BEST FEATURE: BEING TRULY SCARED! The Nightmare Realm at the RDS is said to be Ireland’s most extreme scare attraction.

The intense walk through horror event is not your typical ‘boo’ haunted house.

It’s the Realm’s third year scaring audiences in the capital, and this year’s theme is “Witches Children”. The event will return to the RDS in search of fresh victims, until November 3.

There are three different scares, gruesome scenes and props, and characters from the grotesque and blood churning to the sick and extreme.

A teen and adult only event, tickets can be prebooked online now.

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LET DUBLIN GAZETTE NEWSPAPERS TAKE YOU ON A TOUR OF THE NEWS AND EVENTS ACROSS THE CITY AND COUNTY

Over 2,000 gather to honour organ donors and their families A CONGREGATION of over 2,000 attended the 33rd Irish Kidney Association’s Service of Remembrance and Thanksgiving at Corpus Christi Church, Home Farm Road on Saturday, October 6, to honour organ donors and their families.

At the ecumenical service were courageous families of deceased organ donors and living donors and grateful transplant recipients of heart, lungs, liver, kidney, pancreas and bone marrow.

This annual event is organised by the Irish Kidney Association, and this year the charity organisation, celebrates its 40th anniversary.

The inaugural Service, in 1986, had

an attendance of 300 people and, since then, the numbers have increased annually and, in recent years, over 2,000 people have attended from all over Ireland.

You can request an organ donor card via the Freetext number, Freetext DONOR to 50050 or via the Irish Kidney Association website www.ika.ie/get-adonor-card/ The ‘digital organ donor card’ is available from the Google playstore and itunes.

Your wishes to be an organ donor can also be included on the new format driving licence which is represented by Code 115.

Valerie Brady, Colin McKenzie, Ellen Flanagan, Peggy Eustact, Claire Byrne, Joan Gavan, Pat May, Monica Finn, Lorraine Costello. Pictures Arthur Carron

Archbishop Diarmuid Martin and clergy from other churches

Patricia McKenzie

Ivan Kinahan with children Sam and Ali

Transplant Team Ireland’s Harry Ward, Captain, and Colm Clifford

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Get ready for seconds with another Jamie’s Italian WE JOIN SOME BIRTHDAY CELEBRATIONS IN DUNDRUM AS ANOTHER OUTLET LOOMS REBECCA RYAN

JAMIE’S Italian Dundrum is celebrating its sixth birthday and gearing up for the launch of a second restaurant in Dublin.

Last March, Dublin G a z e t te e xc l u s ive l y revealed the location for the new restaurant will be in the heart of Exchequer Street, Dublin 2.

We caught up with Jamie’s partner in Dublin and the director of Jamie’s Italian in Dundrum, Gerry Fitzpatrick, at the Jamie Cooks Italy TV show wrap party to see how the plans are coming along.

They were hoping for an October opening, but Gerry said it’s now looking like an early Spring opening.

He said: “The landlord needed planning permission in the building. He’s got that permission now.

“We needed to help him out by putting some foundations in his build-

ings. We’ve had the lease for about a year now; we are very eager to get it going.”

This year celebrates 10 years of Jamie’s Italian, and Jamie’s Italian Dundrum has just celebrated its sixth birthday.

Gerry said: “We started

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risotto or Sicilian ice cream sandwiches, black rice gorgonzola and pear – gorgeous; Autumn on a plate!

“Everything from the new book we do here in Jamie’s Italian Dundrum.

“What you see him doing on the TV show

These recipes could have disappeared, so he wanted to bring them back to the general public off six years ago; it’s been an exciting ride. We’re delighted that we’re still here today serving away.

It’s been a real success story.

“We’re very excited about Jamie’s new book [Jamie Cooks Italy – From the heart of the Italian Kitchen.] The food is amazing.

“We’re looking at dishes that we’ve never heard of, like sausage red wine

you can come to the restaurant and have it the next day.”

For the new book, the celebrity chef travelled through Italy meeting nonnas (grandmothers) and learning authentic Italian dishes.

Celebrating the new book, Alex Kevlicah – the general manager of Jamie’s Italian Dundrum, who has been at the Dundrum restaurant from the

very start – said: “Jamie visited rural areas and visited nonnas to get these recipes, so it’s all authentic.

“These recipes could have disappeared, so [Jamie] wanted to bring them back to the general public. So that’s what we’re celebrating.”

Leah Oats, from South Africa, is the new manager at Jamie’s Italian and is excited to be at the restaurant for its milestone this month.

“It’s our sixth birthday as of Sunday, September 23. We were one of the first international Jamie’s Italian [outlets], which is quite cool for us.

“I have such a passion for my job, I love meeting new people. All my friends I have here [at Jamie’s Dundrum] are like my family – they’ve shown me Ireland.

“It’s been an amazing experience. It’s Jamie’s passion that we live by; we are one big family!”

Leah Oats, manager

Alex Kevlicah, general manager

Gerry Fitzpatrick, owner of Jamie’s Italian Dundrum, and Jamie Oliver’s business partner in Dublin

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TWIN-TASTIC TIMES AHEAD AT THE ACADEMY

FEATURES

He ain’t heavy, he’s my twin brother .... Meet Max and Harvey – or is it Harvey and Max?

MEET MAX AND HARVEY - LITERALLY!

Berkshire duo ready to wow Dublin fans RACHEL D’ARCY

WHILE Max and Harvey may not be household names, the 15-year-old twins from Berkshire have a following that would astound anyone.

The British duo have millions of fans across their social media accounts, getting their start on a lip-syncing music app that saw them garner millions of views with each post.

Now, they’re heading on tour, taking in a date at The Academy on November 1.

Max told Dublin Gazette: “We have been to Ireland before and we love it because it’s so beautiful and there’s always something cool to do or see.

“We know our fans are going to love it, and we cannot wait to meet our Irish fans.”

The twins are also working on their own, original tracks, having recently signed to Dis-

ney-affiliated label Hollywood Records, which has spun out the likes of Miley Cyrus and The Jonas Brothers.

Harvey said: “We honestly never even imagined that at the age of 15 we would be signing a record deal! It was so surreal, and we wanted to get to work straight away.”

Harvey said the pair are in the process of working on new music, aiming to get it just right for their legions of fans.

“We have been working on new music for over six months now to make sure it’s perfect for our fans.”

Trade Hearts is set to be the pair’s debut single from Hollywood Records, giving a flavour of what can be expected from the two lads in terms of their musical stylings.

Harvey said: “Trade Hearts is a song about heartbreak and about trying to get people to understand how someone else may feel after a break-up,

rather than just thinking of their own feelings.

“There’s a line in the song, ‘I’m the only one who’s been suffering this hard’. We are basically trying to say that people should be more understanding of how other people feel.”

After their shows this November, the duo plan to continue working on new tracks and finishing their schooling, also saying they’re excited to head back out on the road again already.

Max said: “We’re planning on finishing school but also releasing more music to the world. We’ve been working extremely hard on the new songs and can’t wait for people to hear them!”

BE SURE to check out Dublin Gazette’s Facebook page for a special competition to win tickets and Meet and Greet passes for the boys’ November 1 gig.

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JOY O’Brien Awesu (from Tallaght), Molly White (from Phibsboro) and Eric Moore (from Rialto) looked convincingly creepy as they helped launch the upcoming Bram Stoker Festival 2018. With a big fang-you from the festival organisers, the kids helped to launch the festival at Botanic Gardens Glasnevin, with one of Dublin’s most famous writers and sons to be again celebrated this year with what’s described as “four days of deadly adventures” around the city. Famed for being Dracula’s creator, Stoker’s mark on the literary world will be celebrated in style with what looks set to be another bloody good festival that explores the author and creation’s legacy, as well as being a great excuse for a monster party or two. Picture: Sasko Lazarov

A noteworthy vinyl festival THE much–anticipated Vinyl Festival is coming to Dun Laoghaire this November and will be an unmissable experience for music and vinyl record aficionados.

Taking place at several venues around the town from November 16-18, the festival will involve talks and discussions relating to all aspects of vinyl recordings, from writing, recording, producing and performing down to examining

sleeve design and liner notes.

The line-up of talented artists and special guests participating over the three-day extravaganza includes Joe Jackson, Horslips, Lenny Abrahamson, Don Letts, Gavin Friday, Bronagh Gallagher, Kevin Godley, Julie Feeney, Steve Averill and Adrian Dunbar along with many more.

Tickets start at €10, with more information available at vinylfestival.ie.

Get close to The Cure

THE Cure are returning to Ireland to play their first headline show in seven years when the Goth gods play at Malahide Castle next Summer.

The band celebrated their 40th anniversary in July with a special sold-out concert in London’s Hyde Park – a most 40 years to the day since their first ever show – drawing on their back catalogue of 13 studio albums, and with almost 1,500 concerts behind them.

Performing to 65,000-strong fans, the set list was packed with 29 hit songs including Pictures Of You, Lovesong, Inbetween Days, Just Like Heaven, A Forest, Lullaby, Boys Don’t Cry and more.

Tickets are now on sale priced €69.50 including booking fee from Ticketmaster outlets nationwide. Tickets strictly limited to four per person, with the lead booker’s name to be assigned to all tickets.

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SOME OF THE LATEST EVENTS TAKING PLACE IN DUBLIN

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Craic agus ceol ahead all across MEET DOLLY – OUR the city at this year’s IMRAM fest DOG OF THE WEEK IMRAM, the Irish language literature festival, will takes place in multiple venues around Dublin from October 15-20.

Boasting a diverse and culturally filled programme of events for all ages, this year’s highlights include Buail na Cloig/Ring them Bells: The Dylan Gospel Project, which will see classic Bob Dylan songs performed by Liam O Maonlai (right) through Irish.

IMRAM na nOg 2018 is the children’s literature and arts segment of the festival, with the LexIcon Library and IADT in Dun Laoghaire playing host to numerous colourful, fun and educational events from October 11

to November 10 – and they’re all free.

Key highlights include a morning of tunes, games, storytelling and writing with author, Maire Zepf, performances by Fairy Lauren and her friend Fauna the Unicorn, and scientific experiments, storytelling and music with Peadar O Goill from the award-winning TG4 programme, Is Eolai Me. This is only a sample of the Irish language events that’ll take place across the county, with a whole host more information available at imram.ie.

A celebration of Greek’s rich cinema THE fourth Dublin Greek Film Festival will take place from Thursday, October 18 to Sunday, October 21 across a number of locations across the city.

The festival will be presenting cinematic visions of Greece through features, documentaries and few special events at venues such as Chester Beatty, The New Theatre

and The Sugar Club.

Kiki Konstantinidou, co-founder of the festival., said: “We want to give people the opportunity to explore a different aspect of modern

cy improvements on 25 Dublin Bus routes.

Praising the change, the NTA’s chief executive, Anne Graham, said: “In the coming weeks and months, we will see a very substantial increase in frequency and service levels on about 50 bus routes in Dublin, operated under the Transport for Ireland brand, by both Dublin Bus and GoAhead Ireland.

“This is the single biggest programme of service improvements that the NTA has ever approved and it is indicative of the level of commitment we have to making the bus service better for more passengers across the network in Dublin.

“This represents good

news for the customer who [from the October 7 change] will begin to benefit from more frequent buses at both peak and off-peak times, as well as at weekends.

“It’s also good news from a job-creation point of view, with 165 drivers already recruited by GoAhead, and another 175 planned. And, of course, Dublin Bus are maintaining their full driver complement.”

Ed Willis, managing director of Go-Ahead Ireland, said: “We are delighted to commence operation of further services and are looking forward to providing a quality service to our customers and playing our part in helping to keep Dublin moving.”

What the bus changes will mean to us all

FOUR bus routes switched from Dublin Bus to Go-Ahead Ireland from Sunday, October 7, in a move designed to see improved services, not just on these routes, but in other parts of the network too.

Passengers on these routes should see immediate improvements in frequency and service levels, and on about 20 other routes being transferred to Go-Ahead in the weeks and months ahead.

In addition, the switchover of routes will free up resources which has allowed the National Transport Authority (NTA) to approve a major programme of service enhancements, including sig-nificant frequen-

Greek culture and reality through various forms of art.2 For more information about the programme and to purchase your tickets, see greekfilmfestival.ie greekfilmfestival.ie.

DUBLIN Gazette Newspapers have teamed up with Dogs Trust to help find homes for lost and abandoned dogs.

This week’s dog of the week is Dolly, a nine-year-old Border Collie cross that has brains and beauty, to boot.

She is super active and eager to learn, which makes her a wonderful companion for someone interested in doggy sports, Agility or clicker-training.

Dolly adores her toys and ‘drops’ on cue! She would love an active family who have the time to dedicate to her super smart mind and active body.

Dolly doesn’t like to be away from her humans so her new family would need to be home for the majority of the day. She really is a marvellous little dog and a testament to just how clever our four-legged companions can be.

If you’re looking for a super-active and super-smart dog, then Dolly could be the perfect match.

If you have room in your heart and home for Dolly, then please contact

Dogs Trust on 01 879 1000. They are based in Finglas, just off exit 5 on the M50. Map and directions can be found on their website www.dogstrust.ie.

You can also find them on Facebook www.facebook.com/dogstrustirelandonline or Twitter @DogsTrust.

ce at GoJames Caffrey, head of finan Graham, chief e Ann and , and Irel ad Ahe ort Authority executive, National Transp

What are the impacts of the changes to Routes 45A, 75, 63 & 59, which are now operated by Go-Ahead Ireland as Transport for Ireland services under a public service obli-

gation contract with the NTA? • Fares remain unchanged • TFI Leap Card and Free Travel Pass accepted on Go-Ahead Ireland services

• Rambler as well as Annual and Monthly TaxSaver tickets are valid on these routes • Daily and weekly bus fare capping will apply to Go-Ahead Ireland services

Improvements to the following Dublin Bus routes will be introduced on a phased basis as driver and vehicle resources become available over the coming months: • Route 1 – Santry to Sandymount via City Centre • Route 4 – Harristown

to Monkstown via Ballymun Road, City Centre and Ballsbridge • Route 13 – Harristown to Grange Castle via Ballymun Road, City Centre and Clondalkin • Route 16 – Dublin Airport to Ballinteer via Santry, City Centre and Rathfarnham • Route 25a – Lucan

Esker to Merrion Square via Chapelizod Bypass and City Centre • Route 25b – Adamstown to Merrion Square via Chapelizod Bypass and City Centre • Route 26 – Palmerstown to Merrion Square via Chapelizod Village and City Centre • Route 38 – Damas-

town to Burlington Road via New Cabra Road, Phibsborough and City Centre • Route 38a – Damastown to Burlington Road via New Cabra Road, Phibsborough and City Centre • Route 39a – Ongar to UCD Belfield via Blanchardstown Centre, Old Cabra Road and City Centre • NEW Route 40e – Tyrellstown to Broombridge Luas via West Finglas • NEW Route 45 – from Bray DART Station to Ikea via N11/Stillorgan Road, City Centre and Ballymun • Route 54a – Kiltipper to Pearse Street via Tallaght and Harold’s Cross • Route 66 – Maynooth to Merrion Square via Chapelizod Village and City Centre • Route 66a – Leixlip Captain’s Hill to Merrion Square via Chapelizod Village ad City Centre • Route 66b – Leixlip Castletown to Merrion Square via Chapelizod Village and City Centre • NEW Route 66e – Maynooth to Merrion Square via Glen Easton, Chapelizod Village and City Centre • Route 70 – Dunboyne to Burlington Road via Blanchardstown Bypass, Old Cabra Road and City Centre • Route 83 – Harristown to Kimmage via Glasnevin, Phibsboro and City Cetre • Route 84/a – Newcastle to Blackrock via Greystones and Bray

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GALLERIES OF THE WEEK

CEO of the Marie Keating Foundation, Liz Yeates with Amanda Henry

Lorraine Dwyer and Stephanie Whisker

Linda Keating speaking at the launch of the new booklet, also pictured is Norah Casey. Pictures: Andres Poveda

Marie Keating Foundation launches Cancer booklet

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Frances Deasy with Linda Keating

Roisin Prizeman and Holly Kennedy

Helen Forristal and Evelyn O’Rourke

HE Marie Keating Foundation kicked off Breast Cancer Awareness month with the launch of its latest patient support resource, a ‘Coping with Advanced Breast Cancer’ booklet, supported by Novartis.

The booklet was launched at a breakfast event held at the Marks & Spencer Cafe, Grafton Street, which was attended by breast cancer survivors Norah Casey and Evelyn O’Rourke.

Lorraine Redmond

Yvonne Joy and Therese Rochford

Patricia Lawler and Eileen Armstrong

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Laura Higgins and Dominique Roberts. Picture: Brian McEvoy

Ashley Kehoe and Emma Kehoe

Lisa Cotter, Edel Lyons and Kellie Masterson

Linda McNamee and Jane Buckley

Aideen Feely and Stephanie Ricci

Amanda Davitt and Megan Connery

Meiling Tong and Nirina Plunkett

Bellamianta Launch

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ashionistas and Beauty gurus from across the country flocked to the capital last week as Bellamianta Tan launched their newest product, the ‘Ultimate Glowgetter Kit’.

Reality star Stephanie Pratt also made an appearance at the launch, before jetting off to Los Angeles to take part in the reboot of MTV show The Hills alongside her brother Spencer.

Guests gathered at the Westbury Hotel in the city centre for the opulent launch, and to get a look at the new product before it hits shelves across Ireland this Autumn.

Sandra Mallon, Sarah Curran, Fionnuala Moran and Emma Costello

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TRAINER TIPS

COURTESY OF

It’s down to you Not enough being done to to get a tummy provide written allergen information to consumers shape you want List of Just Eat THIS week, the trainers at Icon Health Club, Camden Street, have put together their thoughts on top tips to get a flat tummy.

“This is the number-one question we get asked as fitness trainers,” says personal trainer Dominka Wolek. “Often people tell us that they have been working on their abs but they are not seeing any difference.

“As qualified trainers, our role is educate our members on how to get real results that last. With that in mind, here are the secrets to getting that flat stomach.”

MAKE sure you’re doing the right type of exercise: Abdominal fat is one of the most stubborn to shift, due to the nature of the ‘beta fat’ cells that require a different approach.

Belly fat is simply where your body stores energy, so you need to train your whole body to tap into this fat reserve.

HIIT training (highintensity interval training) is a great way to burn fat and get your heartrate up. Another sure way to reduce belly fat is to include strength (resistance) exercises too. Exercising the large muscle groups, such as your legs, chest, bum and back will burn way more body fat than cardio alone.

Try lifting weights, using resistance bands or using the weight machines at the gym as these will increase your metabolism, increasing weight loss, and improving your muscle tone and strength.

A good gym will also provide good resistance classes designed to do just this such as Body Pump, TRX or Kettlebells.

Make sure you’re getting enough sleep: When we don’t get enough sleep, our ghrelin levels (the hormone that makes us feel hungry) rise, and our leptin levels (the hormone that makes us feel full), drop.

So, try getting to bed a little earlier and avoid scrolling through social

Flat tummies don’t happen by themselves – a wide range of issues, and your lifestyle, are responsible

media or having a latenight coffee, and you’ll start to need quantities of food to feel satisfied.

Watch your sugar intake: Consuming fizzy drinks, flavoured waters, or sugary foods like chocolate and cakes will make losing weight harder.

Watch out for lowfat food options that might actually have high amounts of added sugar in there, by making sure to check the food label.

Also, don’t forget about the sugar you’re adding into your coffee or tea as these can add up quickly and are often forgotten.

Eat more protein: Protein is great for fat loss as it helps build and preserve lean muscle tissue. Good sources include chicken breast, tuna, eggs, milk and chickpeas.

Take control of stress: Stress and anxiety can cause our body to produce

the steroid hormone cortisol, which can make you crave sugary foods that provide instant energy and pleasure.

However, exercise is a great way of reducing stress and anxiety. Try classes like Yoga, Synergise, Mindfulness or go swimming or for a walk to destress and reduce your cortisol levels.

Crash-dieting: Cutting down how much you eat might help you to lose a few pounds at first, but realistically this is hard to sustain and won’t help you keep the weight off.

Make sensible, healthy changes to your lifestyle that you can stick to and avoid the fad diets.

If you need help getting that flat stomach, then pop down to the trainers in Icon Health Club who will put a full plan together for you and ensure you get real results that last.

Icon Health Club, 1-4 Lower Camden Street, Dublin 2.

Telephone: 01 405 3777 www.iconhealthclub.ie

THE Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) said there is not enough being done to provide written allergen information to consumers.

The body stated that while there is some evidence of increased awareness and compliance by food service businesses to provide accurate written information on 14 specified allergens in nonprepacked food for their customers, more still needs to be done to ensure consumer health is protected.

The FSAI released findings of a survey that shows two out of five adults (43%) are unaware that food businesses must provide consumers with accurate written allergen information in relation to the food they are serving or selling.

One in five (20%) also believe food businesses are not doing enough to inform them about the allergens in their food.

All food businesses are legally obliged to provide consumers with accurate written information in relation to 14 specified allergens whether the food is prepacked or non-prepacked.

Dr Pamela Byrne, chief executive, FSAI said: “Not providing or providing inaccurate written allergen information for customers was cited as one of the reasons closure orders were served on seven food businesses since September 2017.

“Environmental health officers will continue to take action where they find non-compliance with the law during their inspections.”

Wrights hoping to reel in a top Bord Bia award

Join a deliciously interesting charity night with Neven

BORD Bia has announced that Wrights of Howth has been shortlisted in the National Organic Food Awards 2018.

It has been shortlisted in the Retail Award category for its Irish organic smoked salmon.

In total, some 20 entries from Irish organic food and drink growers and manufacturers have been shortlisted.

Speaking of the nomination, Aisling Wright, director at Wrights of Howth, said: “There is no feeling like the acknowledgment from Bord Bia, The Irish Food Board, that they support our belief in this great product.

“We are very passionate and proud of our organic smoked salmon and the growing interest from retailers means demand is there from consumers, across the board for quality organic produce.

“Organic is no longer a niche product. We have been delighted to acquire awards over the years from the Great Taste and Blas na hEireann, but to receive a prestigious award such as a national organic award would just be the icing on the cake.”

The award winners will receive a tailored support package from Bord Bia to assist in growing their businesses.

CELEBRITY chef Neven Maguire is holding a cooking demonstration evening here in Dublin in aid of The Down Syndrome Centre.

Speaking ahead of the event, Neven revealed what can be expected on the night: “It is a very informal evening.

“My brother, Kenneth, has a great set up for demos that I use. Everyone can see exactly what I am doing. I love dealing with questions and sometimes people from the audience come up and give me some help.”

Neven’s cookery demonstration evening for The Down Syndrome Centre will be hosted by Miriam O’Callaghan and takes place on Wednesday, October 24 in the pavillion, Leopardstown Racecourse from 6.30pm.

There will be a raffle on the night with plenty of fantastic prizes to be

finalists is out

SOME 80 shortlisted finalists have been announced for the Just Eat National Takeaway Awards 2018.

For the fifth year running, takeaway food lovers across Ireland have spent weeks voting for their favourite local takeaway restaurants with thousands of votes being cast in 22 categories.

New Dublin names featuring in this year’s shortlist include Neon, Camden Street in Best Takeaway Thai and Pablo Picante, Baggot Street in Best Takeaway Mexican.

The winners will be revealed at an industry event on October 16.

won including a top prize of overnight stay in Neven’s award-winning MacNean House & Restaurant in Blacklion, Co Cavan, Simply Better hampers and goodie-bags courtesy of Dunnes Stores.

Tickets cost €25, which includes a welcome drink on arrival, and are available online at www.downsyndromecentre.ie.

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A GUIDE TO TEMPTING FOOD AND LOCATIONS

FOOD & TRAVEL

Simple Space Escapism on Wheels in Rural Wales

Allimages: (copyright) Visit Swansea Bay/Swansea Council.

James Hendicott gets hold of the original Volkswagen hippie-mobile, and heads for the Welsh coast to sample the simple pleasures of an outdoor family holiday of old BEING a sun lover, Wales has never been on my list of preferred travel destinations, and yet here I am, and it works.

Our newly acquired campervan’s parked on a hilltop, a great expanse of sand stretching out to three Hobbit-like peaks beneath me.

The Gower is a rugged peninsula south west of Swansea; a largely unheralded corner of south Wales with a distinctly rural complexion, known for its beaches, walks and pub dinners.

There’s a Famous Fivelike innocence to the place, the kind of happy middle-class escapism that pushed Enid Blyton’s characters into adventurous antics on rowing boats of dubious stability.

My wife, five-year-old son and I have decided to explore the area in an old

VW, which we check in to the civilised but minimalist peaks of the Three Cliffs Bay campsite.

It’s a spot that’s home to a mid-sized camp shop, lots of alluring footpaths, a view of the waves and the heady waft of burning campfires every evening.

The beach is a short stroll down a hill, past timber-framed houses and onto an expanse o f s a n d t h a t va r i e s between a small ledge and 500 metres of smooth, water-dappled space, depending on the state of the tide.

There are the ruins of a castle, views out over the Atlantic, and a long walk round the headland at low tide takes you to sea-view restaurants and more hilltop visages.

L i fe d r i f t s. D ays involve lying in rock pools, trying to surf the

gentle ripples that lap against the shoreline, or ad hoc games of football between two corners of the campsite, obstructed by dogs and ended with marshmallows melted vigorously over a fire.

Within a swift half hour stroll of Three Cliffs if the Gower Heritage Centre, where chickens roam about, Ariel the mermaid provides lively entertainment for the children, and plastic ducks race down a tiny stream to a still-functioning mill.

It’s fronted by a cinema no bigger than a living room and a yoga venue, with cider served up in the courtyard to hardy folks in designer hiking gear.

Further along the road - but better accessed by a winding trail that takes you into a cliffhanger of a footpath through the

trees - the Gower Inn is all meat and two veg and local beer, a gigantic rural pub that’s taken on a culinary bent, and draws the crowds for miles around.

Not everything has to be on foot, of course, though in a place like this, it can be.

The half hour drive to the less rustic seafront of The Mumbles is worth the effort.

There are countless outdoor stores just in from the faded seaside glamour of the picturesque, throwback walkway.

They take in crazy golf

Top: Oystermouth Castle. Middle: Mumbles Pier. Above: Rhossili Bay

and watersports, a rugged old pier complete with penny slots and Sega-era arcade games, and the unmissable fish and chip shop.

Back at the campsite the wine and books come out around the fire, the hilltop breeze nullified by the knowl-

The half hour drive to the less rustic seafront of The Mumbles is worth the effort

edge that a heater, duvet and shower wash away the day’s activities.

There’s still not much luxury to be had in campsites, but there is comfort in the hippiechic, and a real sense of re-engagement with the world outside our windows.

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CINEMA | GRACE AND GOLIATH HAS SOME SOLID-GOLD PERFORMANCES

CRAZY RICH ASIANS Loaded with character

A TRUER title would be Crazy Rrrrrrrich Asians (Cert 12A, 121 mins), as many of the characters in this box office-conquering RomCom are staggeringly wealthy – except for a core character. She’s pretty much a regular pleb like the rest of us, but finds herself thrust into the world of vast riches that her BF actually comes from. Cue romance, culture clashes, bling galore, and a decent RomCom.

THE NUN

A holy unoriginal horror A POPULAR side character in the Conjuring films gets its own origins prequel story in The Nun (Cert 16, 96mins).

We love a good horror film – which is why we don’t love this one, as it’s pretty derivative fare that wastes a striking character on a film stuffed full of jump scares and pretty standard horror tropes. The end result is far from a spooktacular hit, much less very scary. Nun thank you.

A separated mum struggling to cope (a superb Aoibhinn McGinnity) and a momentarily stranded Hollywood jerk (Emy Aneke) try to sort their lives out in Belfast and around Northern Ireland; inset: Olivia Nash, who stole many scenes and provided the heart of the film

A Belfast-set beauty of a film THERE are few words that can strike fear – or at least a sinking feeling – into the hearts of a reviewer quite as much as three little words, starting with “An” and ending in “Irish comedy”.

As such, I didn’t have much hope for Belfastset Grace and Goliath (Cert PG, 93 mins) when I went to its premiere last week, other than a vague interest in seeing some of Northern Ireland’s striking beauty captured on film.

However, I was dead wrong, as the film turned out to be way better than expected – and also fea-

TECH TIME

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tured my favourite scenes from an actress (Olivia Nash) this year, of which more anon.

(It’s worth noting that the film isn’t out just yet, but with the premiere out of the way you should expect to see this on screens very soon.)

Hollywood hotshot Josh (Emy Aneke) arrives in Belfast to the starstruck adoration of the locals, not least the hotel staff where he’s staying as he scouts for a new project.

One quick cash-flow problem later, however, and Josh is forced to rely on the blunt but kindly nature of no-nonsense hotel cleaner Lily (Nash), who lets him stay with her family.

That includes separated daughter Melody (Aoibhinn McGinnity), mum to the eponymous little girl, Grace (Savanna Burney Keatings) and Grace’s two bigger brothers.

In the background lurks Markus (Ciaran McMenamin) the boys’ frosty dad and the hotel’s snippy manager, and a variety of characters for whom ‘madcap’ would be a distinctly underwhelming term.

Down on his luck, stuck in a strange country and

culture, and slumming it with some very ordinary people, Josh is forced to learn some life lessons, while his own secret reasons for coming to Belfast aren’t just about looking for a new film project.

It’s not long before events veer off into dramedy territory, but in an effective way that made a powerful impression ...

Let me get this out of the way: actress Olivia Nash should be on the look-out for the PSNI when she’s at home in the North, ’cos she absolutely stole the show here with a great turn as the frequently hilarious, occasionally rude, and earthily believable supermum and supergran, Lily.

It’s the end of the road for unloved Google+ SHANE DILLON

GIVEN that Google+ has been about as popular and relevant as MySpace, the news that Google are culling it – at least for new Joe Shmo consumers like you and me, though a business-focused version is still available as a Google product – won’t come as a huge surprise.

Google’s attempt to nab a chunk of the social media marketing went largely nowhere, with G+’s active user uptake dwarfed by Facebook and others.

As one G+ higher-up recently revealed, some 90% of user engagements lasted five seconds or less, which is probably a nice, corporate way of saying that the second people saw they were using G+, they automatically shut it down.

I’d wonder if that kind of inflated ‘user engagement’ count leaks into other platforms, as there’s one search engine that constantly pops up as I try to launch Google, leading to me closing it two seconds later.

However, G+’s meagre uptake isn’t why it’s being culled – it’s just emerged that a pesky security leak was uncovered (and then fixed) in March ... but Google didn’t alert users about it.

An estimated 500,000 G+ users/accounts were exposed to the data security breach – that’s small potatoes, compared to general social media user tallies, but enough to raise some serious issues, not least Google’s low-key response to handling the bug and potential breach.

Frankly, it’s not even clear how many users were potentially exposed by the breach which develop-

ers could have exploited – the relevant data logs only account for the previous few weeks, but the breach could have existed for months.

At least the data at risk was all fairly lightweight stuff (eg user names), which shouldn’t cause undue alarm for anyone using G+.

So, as another platform looks set to bite the dust, at least G+’s passing raises some interesting questions about accountability and oversight of the big tech companies and platforms.

Facebook has been hogging the headlines recently as a source of one data breach after another, but it’s clear that pretty much all the ‘big data’ firms are battling some serious issues.

It seems that the environment is changing, and the free, unregulated reign that such companies have to control data could be coming to an end.

Coming in at a close second place was Aoibhinn McGinnity, who shone on screen with a magnetic, very natural performance.

The two actors had a chemistry together as mum and daughter that was solid cinema gold, making them both very easy to root for, with both impressing on screen as much as any A-lister I’ve seen this year.

Some memorable supporting characters also livened the pace, bringing to mind some of the zaniness of the Australian new wave films that were such a global hit in the 90s.

While at times the film followed some conventional tropes, that’s fine, as the central conceits and

storyline were involving in their own right.

I didn’t care for some aspects of the film – for example, as all grown-ups know, having to watch children dancing is either always excrutiating or utterly charming (if they’re related to you), so some such occasional dance sections left me cold.

However, the handsomely shot film and some lovely drone shots capturing the North, as well as some hilarious Norn Irish jokes and jibes, made Grace and Goliath a very decent film from Cinemagic.

And, as Nash earned two points from me for her memorable role alone, that brings my score to ...

Verdict: 8/10

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

ENTERTAINMENT

Small-screen shows with a big impact QUIKFLIX FLIX RACHEL D’ARCY

WITH a new month comes a whole host of new additions to Netflix, and we’ve selected some of our highlights from this month’s big debuts from the streaming site.

These should tide you over at least until Narnia gets the big-screen treatment for whatever-sized screen you view that on (see panel, right).

Dancing Queen follows the life of Justin Johnson, owner of a dance studio by day and drag queen by night.

Johnson is the world-renowned drag queen Alyssa Edwards – one of the most famous expats from another Netflix hit, RuPaul’s Drag Race.

The series debuted last Friday and is definitely worth a watch even if you’re not a fan of drag queens and the culture, as the documentary element following Johnson’s dance

studio is absolutely worth a peek.

Moving on, and Season 2 of Dynasty premiers on October 13, with a well-executed reboot of the classic series for the modern age.

It focuses on the Carrington family reeling from a massive disaster from the finale of Series 1, as well as taking a look into all the previous devious twists and turns from the debut season.

Each episode will be streamed a day after it debuts in the US, meaning you’ll always be up to date.

There’s plenty of time to watch Season 1 to catch up before Season 2 starts, and if you love suspense, we promise you’ll love this.

If you’re a fan of the original reggae icon himself, Bob Marley, then ReMastered: Who Shot the Sheriff is a definite must-watch.

The documentary, debuting on October 12, takes a look at the assassination attempt on

the musician’s life in 1976.

Focusing on determining who was responsible for the attack, which took place as rival political groups in Jamaica battled, the documentary looks set to be an interesting watch, even for those not incredibly familiar with Marley or Jamaica as a whole.

Finally, 22 July is a feature film by Netflix based on true, harrowing events, taking a look at the horrific events of July 22, 2011, which saw harrowing attacks take place in Norway.

A car bomb explosion in Oslo followed by a distressing attack on a summer camp on the island of Utoya by lone wolf Anders Breivik made headlines the world over, and saw the assailant jailed for an indefinite period, with a minimum of 10 years.

The film, streaming now, premiered at the Venice International Film Festival earlier this year.

CULTURE | SELF-AWARE CONTENT CREATORS EXPLORE MEDIUM

Exploring YouTubers’ unsettling obsessions RACHEL D’ARCY

TELEVISION as we know it is slowly changing, constantly morphing into new forms and multiple platforms and creators are trying their hand at longform content.

YouTube creators are tackling the longform format themselves now – and racking up millions of views doing it.

One such creator is Shane Dawson, who with his 17 million subscribers has been making content on the platform for the past decade.

What initially began as a skit channel, slowly progressed into something more of a documentarystyle delivery.

In the past number of years, he’s taken to diving into a more in-depth form of creation, from exploring different conspiracy theories, to looking at some of YouTube’s other infamous creators in a style previously unseen on the site.

His latest series has gar-

Above: controversial social media stars and brothers, Logan and Jake Paul; right: YouTuber creator Shane

nered him some backlash for its portrayal of mental health, but also praise from those who frequent the video-sharing site.

Focusing on Jake Paul, a 20-year-old video maker based in Los Angeles, he aims to uncover if Paul is a sociopath through a series of in-depth videos on his family, enemies, friends, and even meeting with a therapist.

Jake Paul is the younger brother of Logan Paul, the

YouTuber who earlier this year infamously filmed a deceased person in the Japanese Suicide Forest, sparking worldwide controversy and criticism.

Jake has himself also been the subject of heavy criticism, with his neighbours threatening lawsuits against a variety of his antisocial actions.

Dawson’s series has managed to find its way into the mainstream, becoming talked about on

news sites and television shows in the US. His videos are entirely home-made by Dawson and a small team, with extensive research and editing and next-to-no

budget for the almost hour-long videos.

As pointed out by fellow YouTube creator Elijah Daniel on Twitter, Dawson’s near-hour long episodes of the series receive more views in mere hours than Netflix’s series Making A Murderer received in more than a month on a streaming site.

The series is still ongoing, but at the time of going to print, the ‘Jake Paul’ series had more than 53 million views across four episodes, uploaded to the site across a week – an average of seven million views of the series per day, with more episodes expected imminently.

Daniel said: “Making a Murderer, one of the biggest, most talked about docuseries to come out in the past few years, got 19m viewers in 35 days across all episodes.

“Shane Dawson is getting almost that per episode in less than a week with a homemade series, and if that isn’t inspiring, I don’t know what is.”

Streaming highlights on the way

Even Aslan might smile at the news from Netflix

Netflix takes a bite at bringing Narnia to life REBECCA RYAN

IF YOU are a fan of Narnia and have Netflix, there’s good news – Netflix is set to create new series and film projects based on CS Lewis’ beloved The Chronicles of Narnia series.

Under the terms of a multi-year deal between Netflix and The CS Lewis Company, Netflix will develop classic stories from across the Narnia universe into series and films for its members worldwide.

All series and films produced through the deal will be Netflix productions..

In total, the Narnia books have sold more than 100 million copies and been translated into more than 47 languages worldwide.

The deal marks the first time that rights to the entire seven books of the Narnia universe have been held by the same company.

Ted Sarandos, chief content officer at Netflix, said the Chronicles of Narnia stories have resonated with generations of readers around the world, and added: “Families have fallen in love with characters like Aslan and the entire world of Narnia, and we’re thrilled to be their home for years to come.”

Douglas Gresham, stepson of CS Lewis (below), said: “It is wonderful to know that folks from all over are looking forward to seeing more of Narnia, and that the advances in production and distribution technology have made it possible for us to make Narnian adventures come to life all over the world.

“Netflix seems to be the very best medium with which to achieve this aim, and I am looking forward to working with them towards this goal.”

Mark Gordon, eOne’s president – in charge of the production firm bringing the Narnian content to life – said: “Narnia is one of those rare properties that spans multiple generations and geographies. “eOne and I are excited to be collaborating with the CS Lewis Company and Netflix, who have the capacity to translate the Narnia universe into both stellar featurelength and episodic programming. We cannot wait to get started on the multiple productions we hope to undertake.”

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See a tee-riffic home in a French premium resort Showcasing premium homes in the French lake district

MEET an established developer at the international property show heading for Dublin on October 20-21. On offer is the opportunity to own a property within a beautiful multi-million pound* premium family resort development, partnered with the world’s largest hotel group.

A beautiful, manicured 18-hole golf course and idyllic 16th Century turreted spa facility are amongst the many facilities being developed, nestled within 220 acres of rolling countryside in the heart of the French lake district.

Exclusive to all show attendees will be a unique deal and one that

Find Balbriggan bliss with the range of homes for all needs at Taylor Hill

would be hard to overlook.

Benefit from 8% net fixed returns for 10 years, and a unique buyback guarantee exclusive for the show.

Property investment has never been easier, and you can even enjoy your own luxury home whilst it is fully managed on your behalf.

Why not come along and meet the developer and find out how you can expand your property portfolio and indulge in excellence?

Being partnered with the largest hotel group means the devel-

opment benefits from worldwide exposure and brand standards are locked in.

Prices range from £13,000£735,000*, so there is something to suit all budgets.

Come along on either day between 10am-5pm to the Ailesbury Room, Clayton Hotel Ballsbridge, or see dublin@propertyexpo.info. *Purchasing directly from a UKbased developer with flexible currency options (Sterling or Euro).

A spacious, bright property with a real appeal to meet a family’s needs LYNAM Auctioneers are pleased to present Number 8, Roebuck Road – a stunning, lovingly restored and recently refurbished three-bedroom family home.

Located within a wellestablished neighbourhood in the heart of Clonskeagh, with a large south-west-facing garden, several fruit trees and lovely shrubbery, the home is situated in the most convenient of areas.

Just a short stroll you’ll find a host of amenities such as UCD, a parade of local shops, Dundrum Town Centre, the LUAS stop at Windy Arbour and a range of schools, including St Killian’s, Mount Anville and Our Lady’s Grove.

Amenities for the fitness enthusiasts are plentiful, including Deerpark, and David Lloyd’s Tennis and Fitness Club.

The property, which is on the market for €695,000, comprises an open porch, spacious light-filled hallway, dining room, living room, and

GLENVEAGH Homes are proud to announce that Phase One of 2-, 3- and 4-bedroom homes at Taylor Hill, Balbriggan has almost sold out.

Taylor Hill has proved to be a popular place to call home as the development offers a home to suit every stage of life, from first-time buyers to growing families – with prices starting from €265,000.

The new homes feature a tasteful mix of brick and rendered exteriors, with each spacious home thoughtfully designed with the modern family in mind.

All homes include an exceptional range of features provided as standard. These include a beauti-

Stepaside homes perfect for any growing family Variety of house types, sizes available at Stepaside Park

an extended kitchen/breakfast room.

A side passage offers access to the large, sunny, west-facing rear garden, garage and a wide side passage. Upstairs features two generously sized double bedrooms, one single bedroom and a family bathroom, with the property coming with a BER C2 energy rating.

For further information on this superb home, contact Goatstown-based Lynam Auctioneers; telephone 01 296 5374, email lynam@lynam.ie, or see www.lynam.ie.

ful contemporary-style kitchen by Gallagher Kitchens with soft-close doors in all kitchens.

Also included in the new homes are stylish bathrooms, en-suites and guest WCs with elegant sanitary ware and carefully chosen tiles to all bathroom floors and wet areas, as per show houses.

All homes include an A-rated condensing gas boiler central heating system.

For a private viewing of the remaining properties of Phase One and an opportunity to be in your new home by Christmas, or for further information, contact Knight Frank New Homes at 01 634 2466. See also TaylorHill.ie.

MCGARRELL Reilly Group through their selling agent, Sherry FitzGerald New Homes, has announced the release of the final phase of four-bedroom detached family homes at Stepaside Park – The Sycamore, and The Alder.

The Sycamore offers a fourbed detached home situated over two floors, extending to approximately 133sq m/1,435sq ft.

Comprising a long entrance hall leading to large kitchen/dining area with a utility room off the kitchen, there is a separate living room to the front with a bay window. Upstairs are four large bedrooms, with an en-suite and

family bathroom.

The Alder offers a fourbed detached brand-new house type that has not previously been released (3 only).

It is situated over two floors, extending to approximately 148sq m/1,593sqft. Comprising an entrance hall leading down to an extended kitchen, dining and living area to the rear of the property, there is a separate living room to the front.

Upstairs are four bedrooms with an en-suite off the main bedroom, and a family bathroom.

For further information, see www.stepasideparkD18.com.

4-bed detached from €645,000; 5-bed detached from €850,000

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PROPERTY AND INVESTMENTS Try this checklist to help your home beat storms THE recent stormy weather as Autumn bedded in was just an early reminder of what many homeowners can look ahead to – or dread – once our harsher Winter weather arrives.

Property Claims Loss Assessors Ltd – engineers and building surveyors with more than 20 years’ experience – have put together a handy checklist for home owners ahead of any Winter storms that could hit ...

1. Clean all gutters, downpipes and drain cover, as leaves and debris can cause blockages and ultimately damage.

2. Check the trees in close vicinity to your property, as dead or diseased trees could topple in a storm and hit your property.

3. Store away all outdoor furniture, which can become missiles in heavy winds.

4. Have your roof inspect-

ed annually by a professional roofer.

5. Know where to turn off your gas water and electricity utilities in case of emergencies.

6. As most of us don’t have shutters, close all blinds and curtains instead.

7. Identify the safest room in the house, which should be an internal room with no windows.

8. Create a disaster kit with first aid and some emergency supplies.

9. Lastly, follow the weather forecasts daily!

In addition to storm damage, Property Claims Loss Assessors Ltd also cover damage from pipe leaks, fire, flood, subsidence, break-ins and so on. The company’s first survey is free.

For further information, call 01 562 0082/087 616 5435, see www.pcla.ie, or email info@pcla.ie.

A decade of excellence with MFO The Property Professionals MFO The Property Professionals recently hosted a celebration of ten years in business, inviting top-tier clients and guests to not only reflect on where the company has come from, but to look ahead at the rapidly evolving face of Dublin’s property sector.

Dublin’s high-end commercial property sector has enjoyed brisk business in recent years, with MFO The Property Professionals regularly at the coalface in letting, managing and selling properties in the fastmoving sector.

The company has proven itself as a steady hand behind many landmark deals across the city in recent years, with MFO The Property Professionals quietly carving out a repu-

Offices at No. 5 Harbour Master Place, Dublin 1 – TO LET

Apartment 86, Moy House, Custom House Square, Dublin 1 – LET & MANAGED BY MFO

Commercial office in the Capel Building - LET BY MFO

Apartment 143, Bloomfield, Donnybrook, Dublin 4 – SOLD BY MFO

tation for efficient, core property services.

Speaking at the celebration, managing director

Marcus O’Connor said: “In today’s market things happen quickly and our systems, people and levels

of service have to be better than our competition, and we strive to listen and react more rapidly to our clients’

feedback.” For further information, see www. mfo.ie, email info@mfo.ie or telephone 01 497 9050.

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Blue spires of salvia Caradonna and Hardy Geranium Rozanne adds late summer blue to your border

Evita Volginaite and Tomisin Etti

NARCISSI

– it’s now or never Anne Byrne Garden Design provides easy to follow garden plans that you can implement right away or in stages.

Her design flair and passion for plants brings a touch of magic to gardens of all sizes.

Anne Byrne Garden Design – Creative Ideas  ANNE BYRNE – Practical Solutions – Stunning Gardens. info@dublingazette.com

A FEW WEEKS ago we spoke about the tiny, early spring bulbs that flower in late winter and at the very start of spring. This week let’s consider narcissi – known to most of us as daffodils. As a rule of thumb, the smaller the bulb and the earlier it flowers, the sooner you need to get it in the ground to allow root and shoot formation in time for the main event – blooming. It’s still a bit early for tulips as current advice is to plant them when it gets really cold – November or December is fine and you can even get away with planting them in January, as all but the early ones don’t flower till April or May. It’s really time to get the narcissi in the ground now though or at least over the next week or two. (Note to self: unpack box, unwrap bulbs and get digging – do you know, I sometimes wonder how fabulous my garden would be if I followed my own advice?)

Remember to plant them as deep as you can – three times the depth of the bulb isn’t too much. This can be tricky if you’re planting them in an existing border, but they look really well popping up here and there amongst other plants in little groups. You need to allow the foli-

Meadhbh Kenny and Sharon Fuller. Pictures: Brian McEvoy

Tracy Ormiston and John Gleeson

age to die down for at least six weeks after flowering, to allow the bulbs to build up strength for flowering the following year, and the dying foliage can look brown and messy, but planting in this way allows the emerging foliage of herbaceous perennials to conceal that of the daffodils.

Although we tend to think of them as being gold or yellow, sometimes with orange centres, there’s a beautiful white variety, “Thalia”, which is my favourite. A late flowerer, it looks lovely with pink and purple tulips, and it’s graceful, nodding blooms have the most elegant form of any daffodil I know.

FOR further information on Anne Byrne Garden Design, call 086 683 8098, or see www.annebyrnegardendesign.com

Erica Cody

Time for

some

Catriona O’Connor and Sharon McGarry

TOMMY Patricia Burrell and Rebecca Burrell

TOMMY HILFIGER invited customers to a special evening at the Grafton Street Store to celebrate the launch of the new Tommy Hilfiger ICONS Collection, a specially selected panel discussed the ICONS who are shaking up the industries of fashion, art, music and entertainment.

The new ICONS collection is a celebration of Tommy Hilfiger’s most iconic styles, with a campaign fronted by Winnie Harlow and Hailey Balwin. Joanna McNally, Erica Cody and Tara Stewart were among those on the panel on the night.

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FRESH IDEAS FOR YOUR HOME AND WARDROBE

HOME & STYLE

Prices range from €2 for accessories to €40 for jackets, and are available in select Penneys stores from today

LIVING LA VIDA

SOLOMON

 Rachel D’Arcy EVER SINCE she first appeared on our screens almost ten years ago, Stacey Solomon has become a household name. Even if you haven’t seen her on TV, chances are you know about the Loose Women panellist.

Now, she’s prepping to add another string to her bow. Today sees the release of the Stacey Solomon collection in Penneys stores across the country, with Solomon saying the collaboration was a ‘natural fit’.

Speaking with Dublin Gazette ahead of the launch, she said she’s a huge fan of the store, calling the collab ‘a dream job’.

“You know when you just can’t believe something? This is like a dream job for me. I wear Primark all the time, I always shop there, and I’ve worn their stuff ever since I was a little kid.

“They got in touch with me and asked if being a part of the brand would be something I was interested in, and I practically bit their hand off! I was like, absolutely, yes! You know when something makes complete and utter sense?

“If I was going to collab with anybody, any brand, I want it to be with someone I use in real life, and Primark is that – it’s my go-to place for clothes. [The collaboration] has been so natural and so honest.”

Solomon said that working with the company allowed her creative freedom, and to contribute as much as she wanted, a

process that she says made creating the colourful capsule collection ‘effortlessly easy and fun’.

The collection is something that the singer-turned-realitystar-turned-tv-presenter says she’s incredibly proud of, and that it developed into everything she wanted ‘and more’.

“For me, I wanted bright colours and prints and something comfortable. As long as it was comfortable and accessible – it’s going to range to every size in their store, and the price point is going to be the same as current, similar Primark items.

What I wanted more than anything was an accessible size range, I wanted everyone who wants to, to be able to wear it.

In this day and age, if it can’t be as inclusive as possible, then it wouldn’t feel like the right thing to do. Fashion should be accessible.”

The 38-piece collection is priced from €2 to €40 and includes a range of accessories and women’s clothing.

Solomon said it’s hard to nail down exactly what her favourite item is, and that she’s hoping the entire collection will be popular with both her own fans and those of Primark’s.

“I think some of the items I’ll just live in, like the green puffer jacket. There’s also a red leopard print dress that’s kind of floaty and I’ll end up living in that too, I think!”

The entire Stacey Solomon x Primark collection is available in select Penney’s stores across Dublin from today, October 11th.

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MUSIC INTERVIEW | DUBLIN DUO ON THE SEARCH FOR TRUE SELF

No Corners, All Angles..

WITH three nominations for the Choice Music Prize from their debut three albums, the release of Dublin duo We Cut Corners’ fourth album of abrupt, melodic and immediate rock should, perhaps, be backed by quite a bit of confidence.

D e s p i te t h e i r su c cesses, though, the duo - consisting of guitarist/ vocalist John Duignan and drummer/vocalist Conall Ó Breachain have always felt a little on the outside looking in.

They’re not full time musicians, working as teachers in their day jobs, and see no real prospects in terms of a switch.

In a sense, new album ‘Imposters’ questions i t se l f, a n d its all the better for it. “ We ’v e kind of gone back a bit in terms of the way we put the album together, and the types of songs we were looking for,” Ó Breachain explains.

“The last album was a lot bigger in scope, while this is going back to snappy songs and a lot of them are quite upbeat.

It also goes heavily into our doubts, though.

“We like to put out an album every two years, play festivals, play a few shows, but we are limited.

“It’s not that we don’t care about it, we do take it seriously, I don’t have any other hobbies. It’s very unlikely we’ll ever

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be at a point where we just make music.

“At times, you’d like to give up the day job and make music. Damien Dempsey just said today that he doesn’t think he’s going to have a family because he’d have to get a nine to five job, and give up the music. Our time is limited, but it’s a compromise, and we like it that way.”

What the pair create with that limited time is astonishing.

OCTOBER 15, 16 & 17 (MONDAY, TUESDAY, WEDNESDAY) Alt-J @ Olympia Theatre, €55 Arguably the most imaginative band to break into the UK indie scene in the last decade, Alt-J are an intelligent, quirky phenomenon, and an exceptional live act. Three dates this week.

in a sense we always felt on the fringes.

“That informs our work and our presence it feels like we’re on holiday when we go to play shows, or go on tour. “ We ’ r e examining our lives and the different roles we play in o u r l ive s, and the truth and honesty we approach those roles with.

“We’ve only started talking about it really now, but it’s interesting to verbalise.

‘Imposters’ started as a collection of 15 songs we were happy to commit to record.

As we started to rehearse them and get to know them a bit, imposter syndrome jumped out as a central theme.

“I guess it was a snappy enough title,” Ó Breachain continues. “ We c o u l d b e

We’re examining our lives and the different roles we play in our lives, and the truth and honesty we approach those roles with While gigs have b e c o m e m o re o c c a s i o n a l , Ó B re a c h a i n and Duignan pour their heart into music which ref lects obliquely so many aspects of their life, from relationships to compromises, to that crisis of self confidence.

It can be inward looking, but it manages to be both poetic, and make its point clear.

“Imposters is an examination of where we’re at as artists,” Duignan says of the forthcoming album.

“We’re not part of the touring musicians world, because of our life circumstances. I suppose

GOINGOUTOUT

accused in the past of having titles that were anything but snappy.

“It was nice to have a one word title that summarised, and we recognised the strength of that thread.

“We decided to add a piece of music - kind of like a difficult song, in terms of structure - book end the record and punctuate with these three pieces.

“It talks about the struggle of feeling like an outsider as a musicians, and it brought a sense of completion to it all.

“It’s an internal search for your true self, and we’ve always been very honest in terms of being aware of our weaknesses.

“So it makes sense as a record. It’s interesting to us that four albums in we still have those doubts, but they’re there.”

We Cut Corners launch ‘Imposters’ at Whelan’s, Dublin on Friday, October 12.

Tickets, priced €12 each, are on sale now.

‘Imposters’ will be released the same day.

OCTOBER 11 (THURSDAY) Saint Sister @ Olympia Theatre, €27 Lucy Spraggan @ The Workman’s Club, €16 One of Dublin’s most underrated stars brings his brand of off-kilter pop music to Whelan’s in what’s sure to be a night of fun and lyrical interpretation.

Andy Irvine and Paul Brady @ Bord Gais Energy Theatre, €48 ThreeLakes and The Flatland Eagles @ Bellobar, €10 Marc O’Reilly @ Whelan’s, €15

OCTOBER 12 (FRIDAY) Echo and the Bunnymen @ Olympia Theatre, €40 Black Peaks @ The Grand Social, €16 Billy Ocean @ Vicar Street, €50 Why Don’t We @ Bord Gais Energy Theatre, €28+ The Valves @ The Workman’s Club, €10 Tom Robinson @ Whelan’s, €25 Atticus @ Whelan’s (Upstairs), €5+

OCTOBER 13 (SATURDAY) King Kong Company @ Olympia Theatre, €22.50 John Butler Trio @ Vicar Street, €34 Marti Pellow @ Bord Gais Energy Theatre, €37+ The Slow Readers Club @ The Button Factory, €18 Dawn Landes @ Whelan’s (Upstairs), €13

OCTOBER 14 (SUNDAY) Tom Odell @ Olympia Theatre, €29 Albin Lee Meldau @ Whelan’s, €14 Four Men Dead + Podracer + Turfboy @ Toner’s, €6 (early show)

OCTOBER 15 (MONDAY) John Oates @ Vicar Street, €30

OCTOBER 16 (TUESDAY) The Ruby Sessions @ Doyle’s, €6 Editors @ Vicar Street, sold out

OCTOBER 17 (WEDNESDAY) Dream Wife @ Whelan’s, €13 Low @ Vicar Street, €30 Negative Gemini @ The Grand Social, €16 G Flip @ Whelan’s, €12 Whenyoung @ The Workman’s Club, €14

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BOHS OUT OF CUP SOCCER: BATTLING Bohemians didn’t

quite have enough to match cup specialist Cork City in the FAI Cup semi-final on Monday night, as the gritty, in-form northsiders were narrowly beaten 2-1 on Leeside.

A fourth Cup final in a row - awaits Cork, with familiar opponents at the Aviva with Dundalk the opposition for the fourth time in a row

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LET DUBLIN GAZETTE NEWSPAPERS INFORM YOU OF THE HIGHLIGHTS AND SCORES OF YOUR FAVOURITE TEAMS HOCKEY | LATE GOALS KEY AS ROCK TOP GROUP IN BARCELONA

Three Rock into last-16 in Europe  STEPHEN FINDLATER

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WITH nerves frayed to their ends, Three Rock Rovers defied the rankings to top their Euro Hockey League group in Barcelona and advance to the KO16 of the competition, billed as the Champions League of hockey.

Four late goals in a 6-0 win over Racing Club de France ultimately proved hugely important as they went through on goal difference ahead of home side Junior FC. Three Rock dug out a 1-1 draw with the Catalan side on Saturday afternoon right at the death when Luke Madeley scored the equaliser with 61 seconds to go.

Their second game in the 25 degree heat, it was a remarkable moment for Madeley who had been trying to sub himself off

due to exhaustion before the last chance presented itself.

He was a star turn throughout in front of Jamie Carr while midfielder Daragh Walsh was in golden form as conductor of the forwards.

This left Three Rock with seven points from two games in the three team group. It meant they had to play the waiting game to see whether Junior could outdo their scoring tally against the French.

Indeed, there was an outside possibility of a shoot-out which meant six Three Rock players skipped their flight home for that eventuality and it looked a possibility as Junior went goal crazy early on in their Sunday tie.

Three goals in the first 22 minutes had the Rathfarnham club’s

Mitch Darling makes a tackle for Three Rock Rovers against Junior FC. Picture: Frank Uijlenbroek/World Sports Pics.

nerves in ribbons but Racing belatedly started making wonder saves.

At the base of their defence was Ali Haughton, a former Rover who is likely to rejoin the club in the new year after three years in Paris. He played a guiding hand which will earn him the odd pint on his return.

When Amaury Bellenger netted for Racing with eight minutes to go, it put the result out of reach of Junior who scrambled a 5-1 win, two goals shy of the target.

The outcome puts Three Rock through to the last 16 of the EHL which will take place next Easter in Eindhoven.

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BALLINTEER ST. JOHN’S LAST Saturday night was a great one for the Senior Footballers when they took another step towards retaining their Division 1 status defeating Lucan on a scoreline of 5-12 to 1-15 with some outstanding attacking football.

Hard luck to both Minor teams who were defeated in the Champ but the Minor A team still have a great chance of making the Qtr Final.

This Sunday sees two important matches.

The Junior C team play Kilmacud in the last 16 of the Champ at 3 in Loreto.

The Junior B team play St Brigids in their last league match at 11 in Marlay. A win will put them into the promotion final.

Last Saturday our under 16 footballers had a great win away to St Vincents in the championship and qualified for the quarter final as top of their group. Well done to all.

Our annual 400 hurling fundraiser is well

underway. Just under 300 tickets sold get your ticket from any adult hurler.

A huge thank you to John Gillick and AIG for their support with the draw.

Also we would like to thank the Dairy Executives, Dermot Nutty and the Buglers for their generous support also.

Nursery Fundamentals Workshop October 17th 8:00pm Juvenile All Weather Pitch (All new parents, mentors welcome) .

To book into the workshop email Player of the Match Katie donal.94@hotmail.

Murray and com Captain Sarah Condolences to Brian Murphy after Goggins andClontarf’s family onLaIFC win.. their recentdies bereavePicture: GAApics. ment. com Lotto results for Oct 4th . Nos. 9,11,16 and 17. No winner.

Next Thursday’s Jackpot € 9,400.

Winner of €100 Mick Halligan, €50 Pat McCrohan and Breda McKeon.

Bingo continues every Monday at 8:00pm.

BOXING: SMITHFIELD BOXING CLUB ONTO A WINNER

‘Boxfest’ delivers top-class boxing ‘Smithfield Boxfest’ expands as two-day event brings top home grown and International talent to inner-city venue.  JAMES HENDICOTT

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SMITHFIELD Boxing Club’s increasingly alluring annual festival ‘Smithfield Boxfest’ expanded to a two-day event over the weekend, grabbing the attention of the local community with another fantastic series of contests.

This year’s competition benefited from an unlikely political quirk that pushed the quality through the roof. Russia hosted the European Championships at almost the same time as the Smithfield event, and the Ukrainian side decided to boycott it due to political issues.

Instead sending their international first team squad to compete in Smithfield. Inevitably, that led to a strong performance from a world boxing superpower,

who took home many titles.

The festival also featured teams from Norway, Denmark, Germany, Latvia, Lithuania and Palestine, as well as a number of Irish teams, including St Catherine’s, Smithfield and Mullingar.

Organiser and coach Igor Khmil highlighted the value ‘Boxfest’ has for local boxing and Irish boxing in general. “Ireland has an incredible reputation for boxing,” Khmil told the Dublin Gazette. “We’re really happy, it went very well over the weekend.

“Boxfest is getting better and attracting a higher level of boxer every year. It’s become a thing to say that you’ve done as a boxer, so their names add to our reputation, and outs to theirs.

The Ukrainian team brought a World Champion, a European Champion and a European

bronze medalist, so there were some serious boxers. A lot of the other boxers really stepped up, too. I think they got a few eyes

“

Boxfest is getting better and attracting a higher level of boxer every year.

It’s become a thing to say that you’ve done as a boxer

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popping out of heads with the quality “It’s a good chance to try to adapt to different styles and get

GERALDINE MORANS THE club would like to thank Darren Magee for the great work that he has done with the club over the years as GPO. It is fair to say that the growth of the club and under age structure that is now in place stems from the time and effort he has put in.

We wish him all the best in his new role. We would also like to welcome Darren’s brother Johnny into the role as GPO and look forward to working with him to continue to promote GAA in the community and grow as a club.

There was no winner in this week’s club lotto, next weeks jackpot is now €1550.

Congratulations to our 2 lucky dip winners this week Kevin O’Connor and Neil Guinan.

This weeks fixtures are Girls under 8’s away to Stars of Erin, girls under 10 are at home to Wanderers.

The boys fixtures are u8 away to Lucan, under 9 home to Kilmacud, under 10 host Ballinteer and Ballyboden in a blitz, under 11 are home to Castleknock, under 12 away to St Vincents,under 14 home to St Patricks .

Our AFL7 team play Naomh Olaf away on Sunday in a crucial game with automatic promotion at stake.

Ciara Walsh who took the ‘Female Boxer of the Tournament’ at the Smithfield ‘Boxfest’.

Picture: Smithfield Boxing Club

plenty of experience, especially for those looking at going to the Olympics.

“We had a really good community connection this year. It felt like people started to notice what’s going on in their backyards. We also had some local rivalry, with some exhibitions between St Catherine’s in the south inner city and out north inner-city boxers. The clubs have really given then discipline and something to drive for.

“We also had some beginner boxers fighting in exhibitions, which is a great experience for them, fighting alongside an elite line up. They grew three inches, I think.” Boxfest also linked up with Dublin Sportfest, something which gave Khmil greater focus for community driven match ups.

Oleg Kudinov led the victorious Ukraine team, who received awards for the two best boxer at the competition, with Maksym Gorodnyuk (at 52kg) and Yuriy Zakharyev (at 66kg) singled out. In total, the impressive team took no fewer than ten gold medals across various categories, as well as the award for best referee and best trainer, and the overall team gold.

Ciara Walsh starred for the home side, with the under-18 national silver medallist taking home the female boxer of the tournament after helping launch the event on Thursday.

Smithfield’s Lucy Purdy added the youth 75kg title, while Conor Bolger took silver in the senior men’s 75kg category.

The show must got on, and Khmil is already looking ahead to another year exploring his passion through the tournament. “It’s really takes a lot of time, and we’re all volunteers,” he explains. “Everyone is welcome at the club, including total beginners, who are often the most helpful with the side things at the event, the organisational things.”

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FAI CUP SEMI-FINAL: BOHEMIANS MAKE CUP EXIT ON LEESIDE

LOI SHORTS Backing for Bohs U19s

Andy Lyons tries to control for Bohemians in Friday’s SSE Airtricity League tie against Waterford FC at Dalymount Park. Picture: Martin Doherty

Brave Bohs Battle but Cup specialists shine FAI CUP SEMI-FINAL Cork City Bohemians  JAMES HENDICOTT sport@dublingazette.com

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BATTLING Bohemians didn’t quite have enough to match cup specialist Cork City in the FAI Cup semi-final on Monday night, as the gritty, inform northsiders were narrowly beaten 2-1 on Leeside.

The hosts had started well, putting Shane Supple in the Bohemians goal under pressure from the start, as he was forced to clear swiftly with Karl Sheppard bearing down on him, and saw two early efforts from a vibrant Graham Cummins drift wide of the mark.

The northsiders came back into the contest slowly, however, and started to knock the ball

around, applying pressure down the wings and harrying City as both sides struggled to hold on to the ball for any length of time. After Cork’s sharp fast, resurgent Bohs were having slightly the better of the game, but Cork had rested much of their side in Friday’s away draw with Shamrock Rovers, and there was no sign of their recent poor form.

The home side took the lead on the half hour, as a whipped freekick from the centre right evaded almost everyone, before being knocked through to Graham Cummins, who’s diving header left Supple with no chance from around the penalty spot.

Bohs weren’t happy: the original foul was given for Leahy challenge on Sheppard that could easily have been waved on.

Cork at their best are

an unforgiving opponent, however, and six minutes later Sheppard added a second, getting on the end of a Cummins flick, outwitting Supple on the Bohs goal, and then evading two challenges to tap into the empty net.

Bohs had further ca u se fo r co m p l a i n t before half time, after Leahy called for a promising looking penalty at the other end, but Cork had grown into the game, and went in with a rapid-fire 2-0 lead.

Bohs had slightly the better of the early second-half play, but didn’t really look like breaking down a compact Cork until Ian Morris hit an absolute stunner of a strike in off the underside of the bar from 40 yards. Morris’ strike was as good as any this season, pinging down off the

crossbar and just over the line, leaving Mark McNulty in the Cork goal no chance.

That left Bohs with half an hour to equalise, and from then on the sides very much fell into attacking and defensive patterns. Cork slowed down the contest, playing keep ball and forcing their opponents to chase the game.

Bohs, on the other hand, were rapid in attack, and had much of the better play with defenders pushed up the pitch, plenty of balls fired into the box, and substitute Ali Reghba offering an energetic challenge the hosts.

It wasn’t to be, though, as all the pressure from Bohs couldn’t find a way through. They’ll look back to the late penalty at Dalymount that kept off-form Cork City in the

contest, forcing a replay.

Despite scoring a contender for goal of the season, Ian Morris told RTE that his goal doesn’t mean a whole lot in the context of the loss.

“It is what it is, but I’m devastated,” the centre back said. “I’ve been feeling for a long time that we were going to get to the Aviva. Unfortunately we were pipped at the final hurdle.

“I fancied us towards the end, I did think we were going to get the equaliser. But sure it wasn’t to be,” Morris said.

For Cork, yet another cup final - their fourth in a row - awaits. It’ll be familiar opponents at the Aviva, too - they’ll be playing Dundalk for the fourth time in a row, with all the previous three having gone to extra time.

CRAIG Sexton has backed his Bohemians U19s to get the job done in the Uefa Youth League at Dalymount Park in three weeks’ time.

A nervy opening half at Arena Herning from the young Gypsies saw Midtjylland dominate much of the early proceedings before they took a 2-1 win.

Bohs defended well under pressure for the most part but fell behind on 27 minutes with Oliver Sørensen Jensen firing home.

A much-improved performance from Bohs in the second half saw them really put it up to the hosts Alas, Midtjylland doubled their advantage against the run of play on 75 minutes with Casper Tengstedt heading past Seán Bohan.

But this bolshy Bohs side weren’t going to go down without a fight - they dusted themselves down and claimed a vital away goal two minutes later with Steven Nolan pouncing on a rebound to find the net Manager Sexton said: “We didn’t pass it well in the first half and I told them at half-time we have to be better than that.

“They set standards for themselves this season and probably didn’t meet them in the first half.

“They’re young boys. It’s a big stadium and they were probably a little overawed at the start. That’s understandable.

“We fixed a few problems at the break and were much better in the second half.

“We were on top when they scored their second goal and that is disappointing too as they scored from a set piece and we pride ourselves on our defending of set-pieces.”

DUNDALK DOWN PAT’S own. They got the goal their ST PATRICK’S ATHLETIC fell just a couple of minutes of short of beating Dundalk on the night their hosts regained the League of Ireland title.

Dundalk needed a point, or for Cork City to fail to win at Shamrock Rovers in order to win back their title. As it turned out, Cork couldn’t get the win making the Oriel Park contest a little academic.

Pat’s grew into the game, having seen Robbie Benson and Patrick McEleney both hit the woodwork for the champions-in-waiting.

After that, the Inchicore outfit largely held their

performance just about warranted a few minutes into the second half, when former Dundalk player Conor Clifford was first to a breaking ball in the box and turned it past Gary Rogers.

Dundalk had a strong shout for a penalty on Pat Hoban turned dow, but he eventually got his reward. He pinged home a sharp through ball with thirty seconds of normal time remaining to send Oriel Park into raptures and deny Pat’s a first win since Liam Buckley’s departure.

Rovers draw with Cork SHAMROCK ROVERS missed a chance to grab a firmer grip in third place on Friday, as the Hoops played out a poor-quality stalemate with Cork City.

City were in last chance saloon in terms of retaining their league title, but made nine changes to the side that drew with Bohemians at Dalymount in the FAI Cup semi, most likely prioritising the replay.

City goalkeeper Peter Cherrie was called into action to keep the Leesiders in the contest on several occasions, including two sharp stops in the dying seconds of second half injury time.

Cork didn’t play as a team that looked like they had any real belief in their ability to overturn Dundalk at the top of the table, and while Sadlier and Coughlan did offer some threat for City in the first half, Rovers were the easily better side.

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WELL done to the Senior A Hurlers and Senior Camogie teams who have reached their respective Championship Finals.

The Senior A Hurling team will play Ballyboden in Parnell Park at 4pm on Sunday 21st in the Championship Final. The Senior Camogie will play Faughs/Celtic. Details TBC. Hard luck to the Senior B hurlers who lost to St. Oliver Plunketts by a point after extra time on Friday. Well done to the Intermediate hurlers who had a strong 4-17 to 0-13 victory over St. Jude’s in the Championship playoff Well done also to the Junior Camogie team who beat Skerries Harps, 6-12 to 0-7 in their Championship game.

In Football, the Minor A team beat Thomas Davis 5-13 to 1-5 while the Minor D team lost to Whitehall by six points 6-8 to 4-10.

In Ladies Football, well done to the U15 A team who qualified for the Championship Final after their win over Clanna Gael on Saturday.

SHANKILL THE Juvenile Academy Sponsored by O Donnell’s Pharmacy is back in action at 10am every Saturday in Stonebridge Road. Please come along and give the Academy a try. The cost is €2 per child each week and there is no annual subscription. All equipment is provided free and qualified coaches are always in attendance.

Our AGM is on Monday 19th November at 8.00pm in St Anne’s Recourse centre Shankill.

The first round of our local primary schools football blitz was a great success and the second round will be held at 2.00pm this Thursday in Stonebridge Road.

On Saturday we were delighted to welcome Westmanstown Gaels, Geraldine P Morans, Tyrrelstown, Croi Ro Naofa and Naomh Olaf clubs to Shankill while the U10 hurlers were away in a blitz

with Na Gaeil Óga and Stars of Erin. Sunday U8 girls footballers were away to Thomas Davis, U9 girls footballers at home to Bray Emmets and the U14 girls footballers had another cracking encounter against Ballyboden St Endas.

Chase the Ace’ draw: No jackpot winner. €50: Mick Mullins. Jackpot €1250.

Tickets are €2 each or 3 for €5 available in the pub or from club members.

Check our facebook page to see the summer camp and club birthday party videos produced by Lava Digital Marketing it’s a fantastic view as to what our club is all about and also see some fantastic photographs by our club photographer Liza Mitton.

We are currently looking for new players for our Adult Ladies and Adult Men’s football teams please contact GPO Steve Davis 087 6414123 or email stevedavis203@gmail.com

NAOMH OLAF THE Adult Camogie team are through to the Championship Final next Sunday in Abbottstown at 1pm.

Championship quarter-finals await our Junior 1 footballers on Tuesday night and Senior footballers ion Wednesday.

Thanks to all involved in last Friday’s Ladies Night with Laura Lynn and Nurture being the beneficiaries of a very enjoyable event.

Hard luck to Junior hurlers who lost out by two points to St. Vincent’s in Division 6 promotion match and to Minor footballers who were beaten in Minor B football championship. Minor Hurlers in action next Sunday.

Ladies Football Cup final will now take place on Wednesday, 17 October. Well done to the Under 15 Girls and their mentors on a very successful camogie / shinty trip to Uddingston at the weekend.

SOCCER: FORMER PEAMOUNT STRIKER IN BIG SWITCH

Roche makes move to top Italian Club  CÓILÍN DUFFY

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STEPHANIE Roche is on her way to play football in Italy after signing for a top Serie A club.

While Roche is remaining coy on the actual club involved, there’s a strong probably that it will be Fiorentina who are set to reveal the former Peamount United player as their new striker.

Two ga m e s h ave already taken place in the new season of the top-flight competition, with Fiorentina winning one game so far.

They won the 2016-17 Serie A Championship and the Coppa Italia Championship and finished third last season.

“I’ve just recently signed for a club in Italy to play in the Serie A,” Shankill native Roche told the Dublin Gazette at the launch of the ‘Heinz Sports Club’ “I’ve been over a couple of times in the past couple of months, and I’m happy to say I’ve moved over last week, and that it is all going very smoothly.

“I’m looking forward to my International clearance going through, and for the club being able to announce where I’m going to be in the next few days, but for the time being I’m going to have to keep quiet on what club it is, but I’m going to be playing in Italy.”

Roche says it’s another exciting chapter for her.

“I’ve had some very, very good experiences in football, and I have been lucky enough to say I’ve played all over the World. It’s a new challenge for me.

“I only came back to the field in September, which was obviously late enough in terms of finding a team in England, because a lot of the teams in England would have been back in pre-season in July and had a lot of their squads set-up.

“It kind of came a bit too late for me in terms of fitness. Getting the all-clear in August/September came a bit late for me in terms of getting a club in England, so my focus had to go elsewhere, and hopefully I will be able to do well in Italy and prove that I’m able to get back to full fitness.”

It’s almost five years to the day since Roche scored that wonder goal for Peamount United which went viral and earned her a place on the 2014 FIFA Puskás award shortlist for the best goal of the year.

S h e wa s t h e o n l y female award nominated for the accolade, alongside James Rodriguez and Robin van Persie, finishing second commanding 33% of the vote.

Roche says it was a brilliant experience.

“It’s mad to think it’s that long ago now,” she said. “ It o n l y fe e l s l i ke yesterday when it hap-

pened, and the whole hype around the whole Ballon d’or and stuff which was crazy. It was a mad time for me.

I ’d go n e f ro m b e i n g relatively unknown in World football, obviously anyone involved in the Women’s game in Ireland knew me, but then straightaway I was thrust into the spotlight.

“It was a bit of a mad time, but obviously very, very enjoyable. Too be able to say that I’ve experienced a Ballon d’Or ceremony - there’s not many people male or female that can say they’ve done that, so it’s great to be able to say it.”

While it brought Roche into the limelight personally, she says it was also brilliant for giving Womens Football in Ireland the recognition that it deserved.

“Throughout the International team and the Women’s National

League here in Ireland it has definitely improved.

“The biggest thing the Puskás done was promote Women’s football.

For me personally it got people talking about the Women’s National team and the National League, and that was something that probably wasn’t being talked about in the media, so it was great to see that it put it out there a little bit more.

“In the last few years Women’s football has grown, and the interest in it. Also, for me as a female player who has come from when there were no womens teams playing and no girls teams underage, to see where it is now is a great thing to see.” * Heinz Sports Club provides free sports gear and equipment to schools and clubs withtokens on Heinz Beanz.

UCD BASKETBALL sport@dublingazette.com

REIGNING champions UCD Marian kept their winning start to the Men’s Super League season intact on Saturday evening with a ten-point win over Pyrobel Killester in a big Dublin derby in Clontarf.

A huge second half display from Barry Drumm and Neil Baynes saw the holder’s edge in front midway through the third and despite some good shooting from Killester, UCD held on to win out 63-73 in the end.

“It’s never easy to get a win over here,” head coach, Ioannis Liapakis said.

“In the past six years, that’s only my second time to win here. I think in the game, and in all

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Heinz Ambassador Stephanie Roche and Elise Horwood, age 9 from Goatstown, Co. Dublin, pictured at the launch of the ‘Heinz Sports Club’ initiative.

Visit heinz.ie/teamz for more information. Picture: Robbie Reynolds

UCD and Clontarf off to winning starts ALL-IRELAND LEAGUE DIVISION 1A sport@dublingazette.com

CORK Constitution and UCD moved straight to the top of All-Ireland League Division 1A following their bonus point wins over newlypromoted Shannon and UCC respectively, and title holders Lansdowne suffering a losing start to Clontarf.

UCD produced a strong second half to get the better of newly-promoted UCC by 39-28 at the Belfield Bowl.

Nine tries were scored in a pulsating Division 1A clash. UCC enjoyed a bright start with former Munster centre Cian Bohane and out-half James Taylor breaking forward at pace. Handling errors prevented them from building sustained momentum in attack, and some excellent set piece work in the 17th minute saw UCD full-back Conall Doherty open the scoring with a well-struck penalty.

UCC’s attack clicked soon after as Bohane went close at the end of a lung-bursting surge and the recycled ball was moved left for number 8 Ryan Murphy to touch down.

After Taylor’s superb touchline conversion made it 7-3, UCD turned down a kickable penalty and the ensuing lineout maul sent hooker Sean McNulty over for Doherty to convert.

The latter added a 25-metre penalty for a 13-7

half-time lead, but Clontarf rise highest in the line-out against Lansdowne Picture: Deryck Vincent Taylor responded with a classy 49thminute try, sidestepping a final defender to go in under the posts.

UCD number 8 Ronan Foley got their second try before Doherty converted.

UCC lock Cian Barry used one of their own lineout drives to get on the scoresheet, with Taylor kicking them back Courtney and scrum half Angus Lloyd makinto losing bonus point territory at 27-21 ing their debuts.

The visitors lost second row partner Willie down. It was then UCD’s turn to settle the issue, a well-executed maul drawing a penal- Earle to the sin-bin before half-time. With the ty try before flanker Stephen McVeigh added fit-again Mick McGrath carrying well, ‘Tarf try number five. notched two unconverted tries in the space First half tries from Matt D’Arcy and David of ten minutes, Lloyd sending D’Arcy over for Joyce catapulted Clontarf to a confidence- the first. Joyce quick off the mark to follow up boosting 16-3 win over defending champions with the second.

Lansdowne on Friday.

Trailing 10-0 at the break, a Deasy penTullamore man David Joyce landed two alty gave the headquarters side a lift, only penalties during a bruising and defence- for their radar to be off in attack as a number of promising attacks broke down as ‘Tarf dominated second half.

An influx of Trinity players in the summer earned their first victory in three meetings has bolstered ‘Tarf ranks with centre Michael with Lansdowne.

continue strong Superleague start our games, the only target is our defence. We try to win through defence and that was the key tonight. We learned our lesson from last year too, as both of the games we lost to Killester last year we lost them in the third quarter, but I think we did a great job in the third today and I’m really thrilled about it.”

In Belfast, Griffith College Swords Thunder fell to Belfast Star on Saturday, losing out 85-77. Mike Davis and Mark Berlic stoodout for Star, getting some big scores on the board to lead 44-34 at the break.

Another good game from Swords’ Elijah Mays and Kevin Lacey saw them fighting back, with the game drawing level.

Elsewhere, DCU Saints had the better of C and S

Neptune, with Martins Provizors top scoring the Dublin side home to victory.

Te m p l e o g u e a l s o added another win to their tally, as a huge third quarter saw them overcome Maree 62-76.

A superb first half display from the hosts – with big scoring from Neils Bunschoten and Eoin Rockall in particular - saw them run into an early lead, opening up a 36-29 point cushion at half time. However, an action-packed third quarter ensued with Templeogue beginning to hit their full pace, and big scoring from Neil Randolph and Lorcan Murphy helped the visitors stretch the lead as the clock ticked down to win out by 14 in the end.

In the Women’s Super L e a g u e m e a nw h i l e, Pyrobel Killester lost out at home to Singleton SuperValu Brunell 61-65 in a hugely competitive game in Dublin on Saturday.

A strong team performance from the Cork outfit saw a good spread of scores, with Linda Rubene, Danielle O’Leary and Madelyn Ganser all standing out for the visitors.

Meanwhile, a Bronagh Power-Cassidy inspired DCU Mercy had the better of IT Carlow Basketball at the university on Sunday afternoon, running out 69-30 point winners in the end.

In the Men’s Division One, Dublin side DBS Éanna are now one of only two undefeated teams in the league fol-

lowing a 71-76 point victory over KUBS on Saturday.

In the second Dublin derby of the weekend meanwhile, Abbey Seals Dublin Lions held on to win by two points against Bad Bobs Tolka Rovers. A stand out performance from Victory Scholar Garrett Collins was the big talking point of the evening, as Lions’ held off a big Tolka comeback to win out 59-57 in the end.

Over in the Women’s Division One Trinity Meteors opened up their season with a comprehensive victory over visiting team, Fabplus North West.

A nervy opening quarter saw them settle in the second to find their range and run out 73-44 point winners in the end.

Conor Meany in action for UCD Marian against Pyrobel Killester in Clontarf.

Picture: Martin Doherty

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CUALA HARD luck to our Senior Hurlers who lost out to Kilmacud in the Dublin SHC semi-final on Sunday. They’ve given us many fantastic days out over the last few years and we thank them for the class they’ve showed on and off the pitch during that time. We’re sure they’ll be back again. Cuala Abú.

Well done to our Intermediate and Junior B hurlers who are into championship finals after defeating Clontarf and Craobh Chiarain by 1-17 to 2-13 respectively. Yes, same scoreline in both matches.

It was not to be for our Senior Camógs who lost out to O’Moores by 3-8 to 1-9 in the Leinster Intermediate Championship in Chanel Pk. Better news for their Junior clubmates who defeated St. Brigids by 4-6 to 3-2 earlier in the day.

Good luck to the Senior Footballers who play in the Senior B Championship semi-final next Sunday in Parnell Pk. Hard luck to our Minor A footballers who lost to Whitehall by the narrowest of margins in the A Championship on Sunday.

It was a mixed weekend of semi-finals for our Juvenile Ladies footballers.

On Saturday, the U13 As lost to St Sylvesters in the Division 2 Shield but their Bs defeated Raheny to book a place in the Division 8 Shield final.

On Sunday, the U14 As lost to Lucan in the Division 1 Championship while the Bs also lost, to O’Tooles in Division 4. Later on the same day the U16 As won 8-10 to 4-8 and will play Fingal Ravens in the Div 4 final while their Bs lost 5-6 to 7-14 against St Mary’s in Div 5. Ádh mór do na buachaillí Cuala 06 agus 07 ar an bhfoireann Scoil Lorcain in aghaidh Gaelscoil Briain Borúimhe san leathcraobh Corn Mhic Caoillte Déardaoin seo chugainn i gCluan Tarbh.

Best of luck to all in this week’s Cuala lotto draw for the €12500 Jackpot.

Last week’s €100 lucky dip winner was Mike Beary.

All profits from the lotto are ring fenced for facility and pitch development.

Sign up now at www.cualagaa.ie/lotto

DUNLAOGHAIRE GOLF DELIGHT

VONNIE Noonan (President, ILGU) presenting Dunlaoghaire Golf Club with the 2018 Revive Active Fourball National trophy after their victory at Tullamore Golf Club on Sunday. Picture: jenny matthews / www.cashmanphotography.ie

HURLING : BOSS FEELS HIS SIDE CAN DO MORE

Daly proud as Crokes reach final  CÓILÍN DUFFY

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ANTHONY Daly bore a smile as wide as the Liffey after Kilmacud Crokes booked their place in the Dublin Senior Hurling Final on October 21st, with a well-deserved win over Cuala on Sunday.

Crokes failed in their last two outings to the Dalkey men, both in Championship deciders, but gave a brilliant showing against the reigning All-Ireland champions to finish deserving winners this time around.

“We are just relieved,” Daly said.

“I think Mattie (Collins) got a hurley to something in the end that saved us. It gives us huge concerns for the final I’d have to say, because we completely lost our shape there.

“That won’t do against a ‘Boden side that everyone has fancied from the start of the year.

“We are on the other side of it now I suppose having knocked out Cuala. Eventually all great teams will be beaten.

“To me they have been just outstanding Champions. I would equate what they have done

with Dublin winning the four-in-a-row with the football.

“They have been just brilliant, brilliant champions. Again, today when all seemed lost for them at nine points down, and they just bring us down to the pin of our collar, so massive credit to Mattie and all his men around him.

“I was in their dressing room there and they are just devastated, and all they have won. That’s a sign that they are fantastic champions.”

Cuala looked impressive against Lucan Sarsfields in the previous round, but Daly said his side were well primed to counteract them.

“They did look very good that day I’d have to say. Lucan’s game-plan back-fired a bit, whereas we decided to engage a bit more upfront and shove on.

“We are over the line today and we are in the gym tomorrow evening.

Daly was delighted by his team performance, with some big displays throughout the pitch. “ B i l l (O ’C a r ro l l ) I thought was outstanding,” Daly said.

“You have to consider this time last year he

TERRIFIC TENNIS

CUALA MISS OUT IN LEINSTER CAMOGIE Donnybrook CHAMPIONSHIP CUALA exited the AIB Leinster IntermediCLODAGH Sheehan & Star in Youth ate Club Camogie Championship on Eleanor Moore block for Sunday, after Laois champions O’Moore’s Cuala from O’Moore’s Amy Olympics Action claimed a 3-9 to 1-9 victory at Parnells O’Callaghan during SunG.A.A. Club in Coolock. day’s game in Coolock Goals were crucial in this game, in a tie Picture: ilivephotos.com where the Midlanders got off to a cracking start.

The Mountmellick based outfit were comfortably in the lead at the interval, holding a 3-6 to 0-1 half-time advantage.

However, to their credit Cuala responded well scoring 1-8, holding O’Moore’s scoreless until the 54th minute, but time caught out on the Dalkey side as O’Moore’s held out for a six-point win

GEORGIA Drummy of Team Ireland, from Donnybrook, in action against Valentina Ivanov of New Zealand during the women’s singles, first round, event at Green Park, Buenos Aires, on Day 2 of the Youth Olympic Games in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

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Fergal Whitely gets his shot in for Kilmacud Crokes during Sunday’s Senior Hurling SemiFinal.

Picture: Steven Dagg

hadn’t played for Dublin really, whereas he has the year under his belt now with Pat (Gilroy) which has really stood to him.

“Then Ross (O’Carroll) and (Niall) Corcoran – what a performance.

Jamie Clinton was shaky early on but settled. Lorcan McMullen was very good at midfield and Sean McGrath did great stuff.”

But Daly concedes his side need much more if they are to account for Ballyboden St. Enda’s in the decider.

“We still aren’t at that level of performance I was on about the last day. We showed a bit of it today.

“We are a team that was meant to not be scoring goals and then you get a few goals, so hurling is mad.

“I wouldn’t take too much notice to what is being said or predicted, but we are delighted to be in the final. That was the target starting out the year. It’s weird I suppose beating Cuala and not having a Cup, but that’s the reality of it now.”

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HURLING: STRONG START KEY AS CROKES ADVANCE TO FINAL

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Kenny praises Cuala troops  CÓILÍN DUFFY

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AERIAL BATTLE: Cuala’s Con O’Callaghan battles for the ball during Sunday’s semi-final. Picture: Steven Dagg

Champions Cuala denied by Crokes DUBLIN SHC SEMI-FINAL Kilmacud Crokes Cuala  CÓILÍN DUFFY sport@dublingazette.com

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CUALA’S reign as Dublin, Leinster and All-Ireland Senior Hurling Champions came to an end on Sunday, after Kilmacud Crokes led from start to finish in this Dublin SHC semi-final at Parnell Park.

A strong start was key for Anthony Daly’s charges, in a game where Crokes led by nine points at the start of the final quarter, and despite scoring just one point from there until the finish, the Stillorgan men held out for a twopoint win.

This was a high quality encounter played at a fast pace with Crokes starting well.

By the fifth minute, Dalo’s men were 1-1 to 0-0 in front – their opening score, the first of six points on the day from placed balls for Corkman Marc Howard.

Howard was one of those who caused huge problems for Cuala over the hour, and it was his misfired free which saw

Oisín O’Rorke pounce for the opening goal, which handed his side a four-point lead.

At the opposite end Crokes were also pretty alert, with goalkeeper Matt Collins marshalling well.

Cuala’s opened their account with a David Treacy pointed free - one of six in the first half from the half-forward.

Scores were at a premium over the next few minutes, as both defences came to the fore, with a notable block

by Cuala keeper Sean Brennan in the seventh minute, as he coped well with a goal hungry Crokes attack.

Brennan pulled off a full-length save, after a Sean McGrath effort.

Cuala pushed hard at the opposite end, but were forced wide on two occasions, as they got little change from the Crokes defence.

Crokes moved 1-3 to 0-1 ahead thanks to scores from Caolan Conway and Howard, before Con O’Callaghan opened Cuala’s account, after they had amazingly taken 15 minutes to get their first score.

O’Callaghan was kept relatively quiet over the hour, finishing with just three

points from play, two in the second half.

Conway and Treacy swapped scores, before Treacy’s third point left a goal between the sides in the 18th minute.

However, Crokes reaffirmed their dominance with a second goal on 19 minutes, when Howard set up Ronan Hayes whose rasping shot gave his side a 2-4 to 0-4 lead.

Treacy kept Cuala ticking over, but with the likes of Lorcan McMullan and McGrath showing well from place, and Howard showing great accuracy from frees, Crokes took a 2-8 to 0-7 interval lead.

Worryingly for Cuala they only managed one-point from play in the opening half, and the signs looked ominous again for them when Damien Kelly completed Crokes hat-trick 30 seconds after the restart.

Cuala kept ticking over through Treacy and O’Callaghan, but with Crokes leading by nine points with 14 minutes left on the clock, it looked like the Champions were heading for an exit.

However, like the sign of true winners Cuala didn’t give up. A Sean Moran penalty goal cut the gap entering the final

10 minutes.

Less than 90 seconds later a second goal could have been produced, but Shane Murphy was denied by Collins, while the ever brilliant Bill O’Carroll made a subsequent one-handed clearance.

Cuala kept on the pressure, and made some inroads, with four points from play in a row, as Colm Cronin, O’Callaghan and Treacy (2) were on target.

Howard registered Crokes first score in 15 minutes, and although Cuala continued to press hard, O’Carroll once again got in for a vital block in the fourth minute of injury-time on an O’Callaghan effort to secure the win.

While Crokes have toppled one of the biggest forces nationally in recent years, they’ll be fully aware that no silverware has been annexed yet.

A tough test awaits them in a fortnight, if they are to make it third-time lucky in a final, having lost to Cuala in the decider in the past two years.

It’s a battle of the 2013 Champions against the 2014 winners, with Ballyboden St. Enda’s next up.

CUALA manager Mattie Kenny praised his side for their efforts as a long-running campaign was ended by a determined Kilmacud Crokes team on Sunday.

The reigning All-Ireland champions bowed out with a trademark ‘never-say’die’ performance.

“Credit to our lads, they aren’t All-Ireland Champions for nothing.

The belief in this group is huge, and when many teams maybe would have given up the ghost our guys kept coming and coming there,” Kenny said.

“In injury-time it took two really good saves to keep us at bay, and it just shows the really good character of that Cuala side that they refused to lie down and they refused to give up..”

Does Kenny feel this the end of an era?

“The last time we lost a knock-out Championship game was in 2015, so is it the end of something? It’s the end of this Championship for us, but it’s only the beginning of the next chapter for Cuala.”

Much of the focus in recent weeks in Dublin has been around a new Senior Hurling manager appointment.

Kenny said the aftermath of Sunday’s game wasn’t a place to be offering his thoughts on that.

“I think that ‘san unfair question today.

I’m 20 minutes after losing here with Cuala, a team which is very close to my heart.

“Today was all about Cuala, and it was all about trying to get Cuala to the county final and unfortunately we failed in that task.”

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