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Brave Benat - a real inspiration to all REBECCA RYAN A LOCAL teenager has been nominated as a finalist for the 2019 Pramerica Spirit of Community Awards, for his voluntary efforts with Cystic Fibrosis Ireland. Benat Broderick (15) from Blackrock was

diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis (CF), a genetic disease that affects your lungs and pancreas, at 19 months old. The humble student at Stepaside Educate Together Secondary School is known for his tremendous campaigning work for CF sufferers. Benat said he was attending a hospital

appointment at Crumlin Hospital when he got the news that he was shortlisted in the top 20 finalists. “It was such amazing news as the hospital appointment was exhausting enough, so coming out to the amazing news really made FULL STORY ON PAGE 3 my day.”

Warning after girls followed PARENTS are being warned to be extra vigilant after two girls were followed and filmed by a man in Dun Laoghaire. The girls bought a bag of chips on George’s Street lower and noticed a man, described in his 20s, looking “oddly” at them and followed them to a local superSEE PAGE 4 market.

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PETITION FOR REOPENING OF GLENALBYN POOL

Group want ‘ringfenced’ funding back

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OVER 700 signatures of 800 have been signed in an online petition calling for the reopening of Glenalbyn Swimming Pool. Non-political community led group, Friends of Glenalbyn, are heading up the petition and say they want their ring-fenced funding back. Speaking on behalf of the group, Karin Pritzel said locals are “furious” with the ongoing saga. “The reason we set this [group] was because people in the community were

New beauty business in Goatstown One of the protests calling for the pool to be reopened

so tired of political agendas and empty promises being kicked about when it came to Glenalbyn Pool. “Each year the community was reassured of the council’s commitments to

reopening the pool. They were so committed that they spent over €60,000 on engineers reports to get things moving. “Then the community was consulted by the coun-

cil and asked if they would like their pool to remain at the same location or to be moved to St Lawrence’s library site. The community voted for their pool to remain on its existing site. “ Co u n c i l l o rs c a m paigned for funds to be set aside and successfully €10m in funds was finally ‘ring-fenced’. “The community waited for redevelopment to commence. The funding was in place. Sports grants were not sought after, on the basis that the money ‘was available’. The people waited and waited. “On February 11, 2019, in a DLR council meeting, the €10m ‘ring-fenced’ fund for Glenalbyn Pool was now suddenly to be used on other council projects and Glenalbyn Pool shoved further down the agenda into a pipeline projects scheme... right in the middle of mediation process. “This has left the community furious.” Ms Pritzel said that people are “desperate” for the pool to reopen and they feel “totally fobbed off”. “Nobody understands why it’s still closed. They feel totally fobbed off and displaced. They are scattered across the city in overcrowded swimming facilities.” You can find the petition online at my.uplift.ie and search for glenalbyn.

A NEW beauty salon has opened in Goatstown. EM Beauty is run by beautician, Edwina McGrath (pictured), who trained in the Galligan College and received CIDESCO Student of The Year. She has since completed IPL, Laser, MicroNeedling and Teacher Training, and taught in the Galligan Beauty College and is trained in Dr Murad and Image Skincare. Her recently opened salon in Goatstown provides a variety of treatments including nails, waxing, lashes, brows, make up and more. To celebrate the launch of the new Goatstown salon, Edwina is offering 10% off all nail treatments for Dublin Gazette readers until March 16th. See www.edwinamcgrathbeauty.ie for more information.

Women’s Talk on Day event famous in Stillorgan Admiral THE DLR Chamber is hosting an International Women’s Day Event next week. Themed “It’s Your World Own It” the lunchtime seminar is expecting 200 people to attend with a spotlight on many local businesswomen on the day. Journalist and broadcaster Barbara Scully is the MC with guest speakers including Minister for Higher Education Mary Mitchell O’Connor, Lorraine Higgins (MKC Communications), Fiona Bolger (Spinal Injuries Ireland), Nicola Byrne (Cloud 90) and Liz Ferris (Founder of WIBA, Board DLR Chamber). The event takes place Friday, March 8, in the Talbot Hotel, Stillorgan from 12noon to 3pm. Cost is €50 per person, including lunch. See www.dlrchamber.ie for more details.

THE Mount Merrion Historical Society are hosting a talk next week on Admiral Richard Brydges Beechey. Admiral Brydges Beechey (1808-1895), was a marine artist who lived in Dublin for part of his life, notably in Dun Laoghaire and Monkstown. At twelve years of age he joined the Royal Navy as a Midshipman and he sailed on voyages of exploration under his brother, Captain Frederick Beechey. The illustrated talk by Cormac Lowth takes Thursday, March 7 and 8pm at The Community Centre, Mount Merrion. Admission is €4 (Students €2) with no charge for members. See www.mountmerrionhistorical.com for more details.

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TALENT ON SHOW: SINGER HOPING APPEARANCE WILL HELP BOOST HER MUSIC CAREER

Two south Dublin acts to shine on Ireland’s Got Talent TWO young acts from south Dublin will be showcasing their talents on this weekend’s Ireland’s Got Talent. Oisín McMullin (11) from Cabinteely is a contortionist and hopes one day to be in Cirque du Soleil. He is in 5th class and has been doing gymnastics for four years then started doing callanetics in a local club called Bar Monkey. He trains three times per week and has won various competitions and he is admired for his unique style and for choreographing his own routines. Alana Fox (19) is from Ballinteer, currently living in Sandyford, and is hoping to impress the judges this weekend with her singing skills. She is hoping that Louis Walsh might rec-

ognise her from her 2017 X-Factor appearance when she was in girl group Fae who made it to the six-chair challenge. She also appeared on The Voice in 2016. Alana has been singing since she was eight and joined a stage school. She is a performing arts teacher and performs in pubs most weekends, often as a duo with her mum’s cousin. Dublin Gazette caught up with the singer who is hoping her appearance in this weekend’s popular TV show will boost her music career. “There is not much opportunity in Ireland for people trying to make it in the music industry so to be on Ireland’s Got Talent is a brilliant way to showcase people’s talent and hopefully someone spotting them.

“I absolutely love singing. It is all I want to do, so to be on Ireland’s Got Talent was incredible and to be on the telly is a bonus!” Alana’s dream is to be a full-time singer and write her own music. “I have a YouTube channel I only started up a few months ago so I post videos there to try and push myself.” Oisin told Dublin Gazette: “I feel very excited to be on Ireland’s Got Talent, and I was so happy to meet the judges, in particular Jason Byrne. “I like him the best because he’s genuinely funny. I was so nervous my knees were wobbling when I was speaking with the judges, but once I started my routine I felt more confident.”

Oisín McMullin Alana Fox

Local student shortlisted for prestigious award REBECCA RYAN

A STEPASIDE student said his ‘day was made’ when he heard he was nominated as a finalist in Ireland’s top youth volunteer awards, the 2019 Pramerica Spirit of Community Awards. Benat Broderick (15) from Blackrock was nominated for his voluntary efforts with Cystic Fibrosis Ireland. Benat (pictured) was diagnosed with Cystic

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school I would do another nebuliser which only takes about 10 minutes then at night-time, I do the same routine as before school,” he told Dublin Gazette. Benat is a third-year student at Stepaside Educate Together Secondary School and in November his Principal Barbara Mulhall asked him would he be interested in applying for the Community Awards. The humble student said he was attending a hospital appointment at

Everyone in Stepaside ETSS is proud of Benat’s great achievements and advocacy Fibrosis, a genetic disease that affects your lungs and pancreas, at 19 months old. Since then he goes through a rigorous routine of medication, nebulisers and intensive physiotherapy every day. “On a typical day before school I would do my Nebulisers and my PEP which is a mouthpiece airway clearance which all takes about 30 minutes. “I then would go to school and then after

Crumlin Hospital on February 6 when he got the news that he was shortlisted in the top 20 finalists. “I had just finished my hospital appointment which was quite stressful and then, as myself and my Mum were leaving the hospital, I went onto social media, where I then realised I made it to the top 20. “It was such amazing news as the hospital appointment was exhausting enough, so coming out

FASTNews Concern as post office not open yet THERE is concern that the new post office in Blackrock has not yet opened. Representative for Blackrock, Gráinne Ferris (SF) told Dublin Gazette she contacted Catherine Earley from An Post Retail Operations and was told that it is expected to open late March/early April when works in the new unit is complete. Ms Ferris said: “As I understand that the new post office is to be located in a unit adjacent to the SuperValu store in Blackrock Shopping Centre. “I went to have a look at the said unit and works appear to be progressing well so an opening date at the end of March is, I believe, realistic.”

Youth Choir seeks members

to the amazing news really made my day.” Benat has ambitions of one day working in broadcasting and to have a career in journalism and no doubt this inspiring young man will achieve anything he sets his hand to. School Principal Bar-

bara Mulhall told Dublin Gazette that they are very proud of Benat. She said that despite all of his health challenges he never complains, and he is passionate about educating people about the condition and organising fundraisers.

“[Benat has] written articles online and on national and local newspapers and he has been interviewed on RTE TV and Radio as well as BBC. As a result of his advocacy and the CF campaign, the HSE now funds the drug for Irish patients. He

is now engaged in campaigning for similar access to UK sufferers. “Everyone in Stepaside ETSS is proud of Benat’s great achievements and advocacy,” said Principal Mulhall. You can follow Benat on Twitter @BenatBroderick

CALLING all young south Dublin singers! 3 Rock Youth Choir is a new youth group forming in Ballinteer and Dublin South and is now open for membership (male and female). The new choir say they are looking for post primary age groups to experience the joy of singing, learn the basics of music while making new friendships along the way. Rehearsals will be taking place in Ballinteer Community School on Tuesdays from 7 to 8.30pm. For further information contact musical director Thomas Kehoe on thomkehoe@gmail.com

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FASTNews Fernhill Park and Gardens to open seven days

Cllr Tom Murphy at the new entrance to Fernhill Park and Gardens

GREAT news for the area, as the council have announced that Fernhill Park and Gardens will be open to the public seven days a week. It follows the completion of initial works and the installation of new gates. Councillor for Glencullen and Sandyford Tom Murphy (FF) told Dublin Gazette it is wonderful news for residents: “The completion of new gates and sevenday opening are another important step in the redevelopment of this fantastic amenity. “A herd of Droimeann, one of Ireland’s rarest native cattle breeds have been introduced to the meadow. They will help support biodiversity in the park and keep the meadow chemical free.” Fernhill will open for pedestrians every day from 9am to 3pm. It is hoped that construction of permanent parking and access routes will start later this year.

Call for end in delays to water problem THERE are calls for no more delays in fixing the water problem in Glencullen. A Boil Water Notice (BWN) has been in place since before Christmas and Irish Water said that works are expected to be completed by the end of the month. TD for Dublin Rathdown Catherine Martin (GP) told Dublin Gazette: “The council and Irish Water need to ensure that regular substantive updates are provided to residents – they cannot be left in the dark the way they have been for the last two months.” Deirdre Ní Fhloinn (GP) added: “[Glencullen residents] have now been told that there is still harmful bacteria in their water supply. “This is a totally unacceptable situation and Irish Water and DLRCC must assure residents that everything possible is being done to provide a clean water supply to the area.”

Blackrock’s Sarah reigns supreme BLACKROCK Athletic Club’s Sarah Healy (white shirt) receives the Overall Athlete of the Year Award at the Athletics Ireland Juvenile Star Awards in the Bridge House Hotel, Tullamore, from Kate Veale, special guest. Also pictured

are Georgina Drumm, President Athletics Ireland, John McGrath, Chairman Athletics Ireland Juvenile Committee, Amanda Hynes, Athletics Ireland and Eileen Healy(Sarah’s mother). Pictures: Dan McGrath

Parents warned to be ‘vigilant’ after man follows girls REBECCA RYAN

PARENTS are being warned to be extra vigilant after two 12-yearold girls were followed and filmed by a man in Dun Laoghaire. AT around 2pm last Thursday, the two young girls bought a bag of chips on George’s Street lower and noticed a man, described in his 20s, looking “oddly” at them and followed them to a local supermarket. One of the girl’s mam, Mrs O’Leary, told Dublin Gazette what happened and said the girls were shaken by the incident. “[My daughter and her friend] went to Dun Laoghaire and were sitting on the wall outside of St Michael’s hospital having a bag of chips. “This guy walked past with a backpack. He had his phone pointing towards them and was recording them as he was walking past. “My daughter noticed it and said it to her friend. “Then they said he walked on a bit and stopped and looked at his phone and looked back at them. He then ducked in behind a van.

“So, they decided to move from there and they went into Bloomfields Shopping Centre and went into Tesco. “They didn’t see him following them until they were at the checkout and they saw him hiding behind a pillar. He had followed them in, and he was watching them.

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My daughter said she wanted to just burst into tears because she was getting scared

“At this stage they were freaked out and went and spoke to the security guards. “The guy just walked out then because he saw them talking to the security guard.” Mrs O’Leary said her daughter rang her to tell her what happened. She met them immediately and drove around with them but said they “couldn’t spot him any-

where”. They reported the incident to gardai who took a statement and told them they would look at CCTV footage. Mrs O’Leary said the girls were left shaken after the incident. “They were freaked out. My daughter said she wanted to just burst into tears because she was getting scared,” she said. Local Facebook group Johnstown Residents Association gave a description of the man, saying: “He was about 5”8’ wearing a black jacket, grey baggy trousers, white back pack and he had a small beard. Phone looked like a grey Samsung. “Any sightings please contact Dun Laoghaire gardai at 01 6665000.” Many locals were relieved to hear the girls were ok. “Glad the girls went to the security guard and stayed safe,” one wrote online. “… that’s awful poor girls must have got an awful fright,” said another. “… poor kids what a horrible experience,” commented another.

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GALLERIES OF THE WEEK

Aoife, Séan and Emily Rose Loughrey

Councillor Ossian Smyth, Cathaoirleach of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council with Ellen Hegarty and her children Séan, Aoife and Emily Rose. Pictures: Peter Cavanagh

Rachel Prendergast Spollen with Ruairi O’Dúlaing, Senior Parks Superintendent, Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council

Climate Change Action Plan goes on display D

UN Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council’s Draft Climate Change Action Plan 2019-2024 was launched last week in the National Maritime Museum of Ireland, Dun Laoghaire. The Plan sets out how we will improve energy efficiency and

Andrée Dargan, county architect, Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council and Patricia Kiersey

reduce greenhouse gas emissions in its own buildings and operations, while making Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown a more climateresilient County with engaged and informed citizens. It runs until 25 March 2019, during which time the public is encouraged to make submissions.

Councillor Ossian Smyth, Cathaoirleach of Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council as Cullinane

Councillor Alex White with Margaret Coles, Green Business Officer, Dún LaoghaireRathdown County Council

David Dodd, co-ordinator, Dublin metropolitan Climate Action Regional Office; Councillor Ossian Smyth, Cathaoirleach of DLRCC; Austin Baines, senior executive officer, Infrastructure & Climate Change, DLRCC and Declan McCormack, CODEMA

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SHANKILL : MAJOR CONCERN OVER RAT INFESTATIONS IF DUMPING PROBLEM PERSISTS

Residents livid as nappies pile up in laneway REBECCA RYAN

SHANKILL residents are livid as rubbish is constantly being dumped in the laneways in estates, with locals fearing rat infestation if the problem persists. The latest incident happened last weekend where a large amount of soiled nappies were

reported in the laneway between Rathsallagh Drive and Avenue. Local resident Pamela Donohoe O’Brien (47) told Dublin Gazette the problem has been happening for about a year and says it is “totally disgusting”. “It’s an absolute disgrace. I walk through that laneway to go to my

mam and dad’s house. “Years ago, those laneways were always open, but the council locked off the laneway to stop anti-social behaviour. “It might’ve stopped anti-social behaviour, but it has caused it to become a dumping ground. People dump mattresses and beds. “It’s not the only place

Promoting Irish language in an exciting environment MEMBERS of Cumann na bhFiann from Stillorgan, Glasnevin and Clontarf taking in part in their Cinnire course in preparation for work in summer Gaeltacht colleges. Cumann na bhFiann is an Irish language organisation that provides young people a chance to use and develop their Irish outside of the classroom.

[that’s being littered]. I was driving out of my house today and saw one single nappy on the road. “Nobody knows for definite who is doing it. They just don’t want to pay bin charges because the weight of the nappies weighs it down. They should go back to cloth nappies.” Pamela said the problem is ongoing and has been highlighted with the council in the past. “[The lane] got cleared out last year. There was a lull with nothing happening for a little while but then it just started up again. “There’s never a problem with the litter warden coming to clear it once they’ve been notified, but it’s just not stopping.” Pamela, along with some other residents, would like to see CCTV cameras in the area to deter the litter louts. She also praised local man, John Daly, who goes around the estate every day collecting “bags and bags of rubbish”. Local Councillor Hugh Lewis (PBP) said he would like to see the council cleaning the area

The rubbish between Rathsallagh Drive and Avenue

on a regular basis. “The issue needs to be addressed by litter enforcement and by the

bish that are more prone to consistent dumping.” He added: “The arrangement made

council cleansing the laneways on a regular basis. “Often it is the lanes that have existing rub-

between residents and the council when lanes are closed is that it is the sole responsibility of the surrounding homes

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They don’t want to pay bin charges because the weight of the nappies weighs it down. They should go back to cloth nappies

to keep the laneways tidy, this needs to be addressed immediately as often tenants understandably do not have the resources to cleanse closed laneways themselves.” A spokesperson from Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council told Dublin Gazette: “The council’s Litter Warden will carry out an inspection of the laneways and will monitor them on a regular basis. “Any requirement for cleaning will be reported to the cleansing section for their attention.”

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DALKEY: CALL FOR INCREASED GARDA PRESENCE AS PITCH BADLY DAMAGED

Concerns mount after rise in anti-social behaviour REBECCA RYAN

CONCERN is mounting over an escalation in anti-social behaviour in Dalkey, with a call for increased Garda presence in the area. It comes after the MUGA pitch at Hyde Park (pictured) was badly damaged by a fire last Friday, and locals were furious with the news. One wrote on social media: “Mindless. These kids have been causing havoc in the area for a while. They need to be thought a lesson with community service or something...” Another local noted: “It’s the same every mid-term and holidays. DART station area is worst. Anti-social behaviour is getting ridiculous,” they said. Dalkey resident and local election candidate Justin Moylan (FF) told Dublin Gazette there have been other reports recently such as houses being egged and a reported assault in the town. “There has been an alarming increase in anti-social behaviour across Dalkey

recently. “Last Friday night resulted in fire damage to the all-weather multi-games area (MUGA) pitch at Hyde Park, Hyde Road. “Thankfully nobody was injured but it could have easily been a different story. “This has been festering for a while with reports of houses being “egged”, cars having stones thrown at them and a reported assault in the town,”

explained Moylan. In 2011, 31 Garda stations were closed nationally, including Dalkey. Moylan is calling on gardai to provide “sufficient resources” to deal with the antisocial issues the community is facing. In response to the fire and a call from some locals for CCTV at the MUGA pitch, a spokesperson for Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council told Dublin

Gazette: “The council is very disappointed by the act of senseless vandalism of a popular public amenity, have notificed the gardai and will be moving speedily to repair the MUGA pitch. “There is existing CCTV in situ in the locality.” In the last week alone, other locals have been sharing their experiences of anti-social behaviour in the area. One said her mother was walking out of Dalkey chipper putting her purse in her handbag when a teenage boy grabbed her purse and ran away with it with a couple of other boys. She followed them and found her purse on the road with her €50 gone. Another reported seeing a man being attacked at Dalkey Dart Station by “three young guys” who broke the man’s glasses. Councillor Cormac Devlin added that his office has received several complaints from concerned residents, and they will be hosting a meeting with gardai, local clubs and residents shortly.

Warning issued over ‘Momo challenge’ danger PARENTS are being warned over a disturbing ‘Momo challenge’ which encourages children to selfharm. It is understood that “Momo” makes contact through social media and games, and allegedly asks the person to perform dangerous tasks, including self-harming themselves and others – or she will “curse them”. The female character encourages people to message it through WhatsApp where it sends worrying instructions. The challenge has been linked to a number of deaths in other countries and has led concerns that it is becoming popular among children and teenagers here. Alex Cooney from CyberSafeIreland said they have not yet seen evidence of cases where the challenge has caused harm to children in Ireland, but they are urging parents to keep a close eye on their children’s online activities. Local election candidate for Dún Laoghaire, Lorraine Hall (FG)

told Dublin Gazette: “Unfortunately, in the ever-evolving digital world there will always be some new game, or some new app, that potentially exposes children and young people to inappropriate content or contact online. “That’s why it’s so important that parents take an active interest in what games and apps their children are using, and who they are talking to online. “Parental controls and monitoring tools help to keep children safe online, but parents shouldn’t rely on these entirely, and should always keep an eye on what their children are doing online… and talk to their children about what they’re seeing and doing online. “It’s never too late to start the conversation.” Ms Hall, is hosting a public meeting for parents on social media and online games, in the Royal Marine Hotel, Dun Laoghaire on Monday, March 4 at 8.30pm. Guest speakers will include Alex

FASTNews New primary schools for South Dublin

THE patronage of 12 new primary schools to be established in 2019, two of which are in South Dublin, has been welcomed. Minister Josepha Madigan said: “The establishment of these new schools forms an essential part of plans to ensure that sufficient new school places are available to cater for the growing cohort of pupils at primary level over the coming years. “Parental preference has become a key determinant in deciding the patronage of new schools in the Goatstown/Stillorgan and Clonskeagh areas and the views of parents are strongly reflected in the decisions that have been made on the patronage of these new schools.” Both schools will be Educate Together schools with 16 classrooms each.

Cooney, CEO of CyberSafeIreland and Clinical Psychotherapist and author Joanna Fortune. Yesterday a mother from Edinburgh warned others of Momo after her eight-year-old son was urged to stab himself in the neck with the kitchen knife. Lyn Dixon said Momo appear to him on YouTube videos he was watching: “He showed me an image of the face on my phone and said that she had told him to go into the kitchen drawer and take out a knife and put it into his neck. “We’ve told him it’s a load of rubbish and there are bad people out there who do bad things but it’s frightening, really frightening,” she said.

An image of the controversial ‘Momo’ face

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GALLERIES OF THE WEEK

Kevin O’Hagan took part in his 50th run, just under a year after he ran his first race.

Aaron McDermot, Richard Hughes and Aaron Martin Kavanagh. Pictures: EMILY GALLAGHER

Rob, Emma Asher and baby Tom

Having fun at the Cabinteely parkrun

Barry, Jenny Reynolds, Deirdre McGing and Jonathan Kilpatrick

Nick Bowker and Ailish Toomey

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GALLERIES OF THE WEEK

Some of the volunteers who make the parkrun a great success

Gordon Hennessy, Nick Bowker and Angus Tyner

Monica Keane, Susan Purser, Aoife Purser and Frances Fitzgerald

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BROADCASTER Karen Koster joined little Temple Street patients Anthony Iannucci (12) from Sallynoggin and Sarah Ni Liathain (5) from Drogheda to launch this year’s Great Irish Bake for Temple Street in Drury Buildings. Temple Street is calling on you to host your own bake sale on April 5 and raise vital funds to support sick children. To register and get your free party pack, visit www. templestreet.ie/greatirishbake. Picture: Mark Stedman

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FOSTERING

Foster Care Ireland explains how hope helps to guide the ethos of fostering

HOPE is a virtue that inspires action – the very idea that the lives of others could be better can have an extraordinary impact on our own lives. Everyone at Foster Care Ireland sees hope reflected time and again in the tenacity of their foster carers and the lengths they will go to make a difference in a child’s life. Foster Care Ireland sees these positive differences develop every day; the signs may be physical, emotional and social. Weight gain and sleeping at night can be two physical signs of a child’s recovery and enhanced well-being. Reaching out, touching and expressing a wish for continuity of the placement are signs of emotional recovery and an affirmation of the success of fostering. Achieving developmental milestones, making friends and participating in social activities are demonstrations of confidence and social development. None of these differences appear by accident; they are the result of love, care and attention to the needs of children in foster care. This care is a collaborative effort by professional social workers, trained foster carers and a government and agency structure that provides supports in a safe and nurturing environment that brings hope and better prospects. Foster carers are trained and, while they may make use of parenting skills they have developed, their skills need to be augmented to enable them to foster successfully. They are called upon to respond positively to the effects of trauma that many children in foster care may have experienced. The training and learned understanding, together with their own resourcefulness, is what makes the difference. A gift to a child for the rest of its life is within the capacity of Foster Care Ireland’s great foster carers.

HELPING CHILDREN THROUGH A DIFFICULT TIME

Help Fostering Fortnight spread a very supportive message to communities FOSTERING Fortnight is the annual awareness campaign run by the Irish Foster Care Association (IFCA), taking place this year from March 4-15. The IFCA aims to bring an awareness of fostering in Ireland and all the valuable work being carried out every day in its fostering families and fostering communities. Foster care is the backbone of the Irish care system, and we need to recognise and celebrate all those who are involved in foster care in Ireland. Fostering Fortnight is a chance for all those involved in fostering and the communities that support them to tell their stories and share their experiences. For many involved in fostering, a simple question comes to mind: “What is your story?” The answer to this question can take a million different forms, and the story that’s provided will be different depending on who is being asked, their mood at the time, and whether they feel like they are still at the beginning, in the middle, or at the end of their most salient story. We all use stories constantly – to inform, to connect with others, to share our feelings and experi-

Fostering Fortnight is a way to help spread the message of fostering, and to help engage communities across Ireland with the importance of fostering in helping children find a stable, caring home during a difficult period in their life

ences, and even to sort out our own thoughts and feelings. Stories are used to organise our thoughts, find meaning and purpose, and establish our sense of identity in what can often be a busy and confusing world. The IFCA chose the theme, Celebrating Foster Care and Fostering Stories, to encourage all involved in foster care to tell their story and in doing so help to raise awareness for foster care in Ireland. The IFCA believes that everyone has a story to tell, and everyone deserves a chance to tell

his or her story and share their experiences. How c a n yo u ge t involved in Fostering Fortnight next month? The IFCA are asking everyone to get involved this year by coming together and sharing their fostering stories. The association will be hosting coffee mornings across Ireland, offering people a chance to share their fostering story. It would love people to send in their story, poem or art so that it can share these, anonymously, with a wider audience through social media and its members.

The IFCA believes in the power of words and that sharing your story and your experiences will help bring awareness to fostering in Ireland. The assoc iation is asking everyone to get involved this year by organising an event or activity or just simply holding a coffee morning which will help highlight Fostering Fortnight, allowing an opportunity for everyone involved in foster care to come together and share their stories. Whatever event you organise, don’t forget, you can share your foster care stories, poems, art etc

from your events with the IFCA which will be posted (anonymously) on social media to share with the wider fostering community. You can contact the IFCA office for Fostering Fortnight posters and balloons to help with your event in March or just simply to support Fostering Fortnight. For further information about Fostering Fortnight, follow the association on Facebook and Twitter, or see www.ifca.ie. You can contact the IFCA by emailing admin@ ifca.ie, or telephone 01 459 9474.

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How fosterers could be assessed FOSTERING is always in demand, with children of all ages needing to find a home for a wide variety of reasons, some for short-term care, and others for longer-term placements. Whatever the reasons, there is always a need for fosterers to temporarily take over as guardians of some of the most vulnerable citizens in society. Such children cannot live with their family family due to a wide range of reasons. Foster Care Ireland (FCI) has put together

TUSLA will be on hand to offer would-be fosterers plenty of help and support – while keeping the number-one priority of ensuring the child is safe and well cared for

Foster a child with TUSLA’s help and make a real difference TUSLA are looking for foster carers in your area today. Fostering with TUSLA – the state body working with children and vulnerable families – offers you the chance to change the life of a child It provides a not-for profit fostering service to the public to help change the lives of children for the better. TUSLA is working in your area and in each community across Ireland. When a child may need to come into care, the state body tries to keep children in their own community, close to their family and all that is familiar. You can help TUSLA to make that possible, providing care for children in your community, knowing that fostering will provide a stable family life for a child in need. TUSLA wants to support people in becoming foster carers, so it will provide many supports to would-be

fosterers on this journey. T h ey w i l l re c e ive thorough training which will help them to understand what is involved in being a foster parent. They will have opportunities to meet current foster parents. There is also a weekly allowance provided to meet the needs of the child, and each child in foster care has a medical card. Foster carers come from all walks of life – T U S L A we l c o m e s applicant from all ages, genders and cultures. You do not need to be married, o r to h ave c h i l d re n already. For further information, see fostering.ie or attend the upcoming open information evenings: Red Rua, South Dublin Arts Centre, Tallaght; March 6; 7.30pm. Co n fe re n c e ro o m , Bridge House, Cherry O rc h a rd Ho s p i ta l , Ballyfermot; March 7; 7.30pm.

their guidelines on what they require to be assessed as a foster parent or foster family, and while these are FCI’s guidelines, you could expect a similar stance from other such bodies. FCI say: “You do not have to be married in Ireland to be a foster parent. In fact, you could be a single person, civil partners or a cohabiting couple. “You must be able to provide adequate and appropriate accommodation for the foster child. “Foster Care Ireland assigns a social worker

to carry out an assessment of suitability. These assessments include meeting all members of the family, particularly the foster parent(s), over a number of months. “References, Garda clearance and medical examinations will also be required as part of this process. “Every effort is made to ensure that those selected as foster carers and foster families are suitable. Foster carers are a diverse group of people who come from all walks of life.”

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FUTURE engineers, Flora (age 5) and Gregory (age 5), pictured at the launch of Engineers Week 2019 at St Conleth’s College Junior School. The week-long annual campaign, now in its 13th year, begins March 2 and aims to excite students about the possibilities a career in engineering can offer. The week is run by Engineers Ireland, which today also announced a new strategic partnership with industry leaders Intel, ESB, Arup and Transport Infrastructure Ireland who have joined forces to inspire future generations of STEM talent In Ireland.

ENGINEERING THE IRELAND OF TOMORROW DUBLIN Gazette Newspapers has teamed up with Dogs Trust to help find homes for lost and abandoned dogs. Maggie is a 9 year old Labrador cross. As she has suffered a few knock backs in her time, Maggie needs help to rebuild her confidence as she finds lots about the world quite scary and overwhelming. Once you get to know her, she’ll lavish you with affection and love. Maggie is suited to live with older teenagers but would need to be the only dog in the home. Being an anxious girl, it’s important that her new family have infrequent visitors and the time to commit to helping her grow in confidence day by day and becoming used to

spending periods of time alone. Maggie is a beautiful, bright little lady who is looking for a calm and understanding home. Despite needing extra attention and a commitment to her training, investing your time in Maggie is more than worth it. If you have room in your heart and home for Maggie 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_IE. (Remember: Always have your dog on a lead when in public.)

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D QUIRKY THINGS THAT CAUGHT OUR EYE THIS WEEK...

Dead man may Sweet transit: Japan’s become mayor fruit-shaped bus stops A MAN who passed away last December may become the mayor of a city in the US, after making it to the final round of an election. Charles Lamb finished second behind Dan O’Neil in a three-horse primary in Edmond, Oklahoma. O’Neil described the vote as ‘sort of awkward’. Lamb had been mayor of Edmond since October 2011 and put his name forward for re-election before he died. It was too late to remove his name from the ballot, or add anyone else, when he passed away. It’s believed that a Facebook group supporting Lamb have been referring questions to councillor Nick Massey, who also agreed that the situation is awkward as if Lamb had not sought re-election, he was going to run for mayor himself. Massey said he wouldn’t be calling for people to vote for the late Lamb, but that he would be ‘honoured’ to accept the position in Lamb’s place, if the deceased is voted into office on April 2.

PICTURE the scene – it’s a wet, dreary morning, and you’re standing under an even duller grey bus shelter somewhere in Dublin. It’d be nice to have something to liven things up, wouldn’t it? If you lived in Konagai in Japan, your morning commute would be so much brighter, as the town has fourteen fruit shaped bus stops along the highway. The vibrant, fruity stops were originally designed and built for a ‘Travel Expo’ in Osaka in 1990, but now reside in the coastal town of Konagai, in

Nagasaki, along Highway 207. Still in place after 25 years, the animated shelters look as colourful as ever, lining the main road through the town and drawing in travellers from other parts of Japan and further afield to catch a glimpse. If you ever find yourself with a minute to spare, see if you can try and spot the fourteen fruit shaped stops on Google Maps by searching for ‘Highway 207, Konagai, Isahaya, 859-0165, Japan’ – there’s a strawberry, orange, melon and much more!

Care provider to host an Open Day recruitment drive BLUEBIRD Care has announced a national recruitment campaign for Registered Nurses and Care Assistants, with Open Days taking place across the country in March. One such day will be held on March 6 in Dublin 15, from 9am at 37C Main St, Ongar. Owner JJ Fay says: “There is an increased demand for home care services and independent living support in the local community, as the primary choice for older people – and for people with an illness or a disability – is to be able to stay in their own home. “With the quality care services available from Bluebird Care, this is now a reality. “We are excited to not only support people of all ages and all abilities to remain at home but to also provide valuable job opportunities to people in the local community.” Fay added: “We are a growing business with a broad range of career opportunities. While you may begin working with us as a carer, we have seen staff up-skill and move into other roles within the company. “So, if you are a kind, caring and compassionate person who either has a QQI qualification or has caring experience and would be interested in gaining a qualification, we would love to meet you.” Bluebird Care is Q Mark-certified and is also an approved provider of HSE home care packages for older people. For further information on employment opportunities and their open day, contact Bluebird Care at 01 820 8250, email dublinwest@bluebirdcare.ie, or see www. bluebirdcare.ie.

A couple of the colourful, striking bus shelters

BITS & BOBS TOP My 4 year old has recently taken up cursing. Yesterday he referred to bedtime as a “f***ing crisis” I saw an article criticising [US congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez] for renting an affluent apartment because the rent was $1850, if you’re wondering how broken Dublin is.

I still die thinking of the barman in Brooklyn who messaged me on grindr and kept messaging me after I flew home and one day he was like I wanna go to ireland one day and I was like nice where would you go and after reading my bio he said he wanted to go on a holiday to Terenure.

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Dean Friedman: Narrating Every Beat From signing a record deal whilst still a preteen, to getting involved in the video game industry and cinema, Dean Friedman’s musical road has been an unconventional one...  JAMES HENDICOTT

NECESSITY, THEY SAY, is the mother of invention, and it has proved for revitalised singer-songwriter Dean Friedman. Friedman had huge hit records in the late 70s, charting with his debut release ‘Ariel’ and follow ups ‘Lucky Stars’, ‘Woman of Mine’ and ‘Lydia,’, before a critical mistake - releasing a key single referencing the brand McDonald’s - got the track banned from BBC radio stations, and was a huge contributing factor to his label dropping him. Having been in music since he was first approached by a label at age nine, however, Friedman simply diversified, and looks back at the period with pride in the direction it led. “I’ve never had the chance to rest of my laurels,” he jokes. “My career hasn’t allowed for much rest, I’ve had to keep working.” Friedman moved into producing early music-

themed video games, as well as working on a heap of movies, writing children’s musicals, and producing the music for the British crime drama ‘Boon’. Today, having reconnected with his old fanbase around the time the internet became a big resource for music, Friedman is back recording, touring heavily, and exploring what he calls “a natural affinity for storytelling.” “I think I was the first solo artist - Marillion had done it a year earlier - to crowdfund a record,” Friedman explains. “I wrote out to my fans asking them to pre-order the album, via an email mailing list. I was a little worried people would tell me to get a real job. Some

did say exactly that, but lots of others backed the idea. I was able to hire musicians and upgrade my studio.” “This was a few years before the days of Indiegogo and Kickstarter. Since then, I’ve always had a great connection with my fans, and I’ve always done things that way. “I never liked the aloof thing that musicians were supposed to do back then. My fans aren’t shy in telling me what they think, but as many of them are connected with what I’m doing now as songs from the 70s,” he says. “Lots will say their favourite album is one of the newer ones. It’s been a great journey.” While Friedman’s music is quite intensely diverse, there is a thread, in particular to his lyrics. It’s one that runs through everything from the children’s musicals (“I play them live if the mood is right, they’re good fun,” Friedman laughs) to the more subtle countrypop melodies. “I like to depict a scene, I’m very influenced by people like Joni Mitchell and Paul Simon,” he says. “I like a cinematic quality to my work.” Dean Friedman plays two days at Arthur’s Pub, Thomas Street, on May 13 and 14, with tickets expected to sell out well in advance. Details are on www.deanfriedman.com See the full-length article on our website at www. dublingazette.com

WITH A new month comes a whole new range of things to titlate our viewing tastebuds on Netflix. March sees a couple of hugely requested favourites return to the services, including the fifth series of Brooklyn Nine Nine. The New York cop comedy has a huge following, with UK and Ireland fans badgering Netflix’s social media team for months for the fifth season to appear on the platform. It was announced last week to huge excitement that Season 5 will premiere on March 8th. As Detective Jake Piralta would say, it’s set to be ‘cool, cool, cool’. Something else that’s long awaited also makes it’s way onto Netflix this month, as the second half of Arrested Development’s fifth series premieres on March 15.

A quirky comedy for fans of the slightly irreverent, it stars a number of big names - Michael Cera, Will Arnett to name a few - and is sure to go down a treat. Another series returning in March is the Drew Barrymore series, Santa

OSCARS | BETTER THAN LAST YEAR’S AWARDS – JUST

Surprise wins for some as this year saw odd choices take gold

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

ENTERTAINMENT

What’s coming to your screens in March

Season 5 of the cult hit Brooklyn Nine Nine is finally coming to Netflix in March, while Amy Schumer (above) will star in a stand-up special on the service.

Clarita Diet (March 29). The series has been one that’s received mixed reviews, so it’ll be interesting to see the reception to the third season when it debuts at the end of the month. Comedy fans are in for something great this

 SHANE DILLON

ANOTHER year, another group of occasionally head-scratching decisions courtesy of The Oscars. By now, we’ve all seen the lists of who-won-what (and for those so inclined, w h o -wo re -w h a t ) a t Oscars 2019, with a number of surprises lobbed in there – not just Billy Porter’s tuxedo dress. While I’m not delving into all the winners – and don’t have room to – here’re a few thoughts on some of the headline outcomes from the night ... Biggest surprise (and the source of a lot of postOscars bickering) came from Green Book nabbing Best Picture ahead of the likes of The Favourite, Black Panther or Roma. T h e f i l m ’s unlikely win

month as well, as the Trailer Park Boys animated series picks up where the real-life series left off on March 31. There’s some great films coming to Netflix this month too, for those looking for a quick watch rather than a full-on binge

this March. A highlight looks to be The Dirt, a dramatisation of glam rockers Motley Crue’s autobiography that premieres on the service on March 22. Expect a load of drink, drugs and rock and roll in this one. Another movie based

promoted a lot of unimpressed variants of “Green Book? Really?!” reactions, with grumbling and muttering in various corners of the internet about the film – a period tale of American racial tensions – being little more than another variation of the ‘whitesaviour’ trope. And, with the likes of the majestic Roma lurking in the same small Best Picture pool, it’s hard not to feel It Wuz Robbed

when you look at that film getting snubbed for a decent but average film instead. That wasn’t the only upset on the night. Bohemian Rhapsody continued its somewhat inexplicable awards grab, with Rami Malek grabbing another Best Actor prize. Everyone likes Rami, who’s a super nice guy by all accounts, and is certainly a very talented actor – but considering the powerhouse performances given by Christian Bale, Bradley Cooper and Willem Dafoe (in Vice, A Star is Born and At Eternity’s Gate, respectively), They Wuz Robbed springs to mind. No such controversy over Olivia Colman, with everyone lauding her win as Best Actress for her somewhat monstrous yet sympathetic turn in The Favourite, and her charming acceptance speech. In another strong

on a true story - albeit a bit more tame - is The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind, based on the book written by William Kamkwamba. It’s about a 13-yearold William who builds a wind turbine to save his Malawian village from famine, and will stream from March 1. The Highwaymen, starring Kevin Costner and Woody Harrelson as two former Texas Rangers, is a must see as well. It’s a representation of the big budget movies that are being created for the service with A list actors and productions. From director John Lee Hancock, The Highwaymen follows the untold true story of the legendary detectives who brought down Bonnie and Clyde. When the full force of the FBI and the latest forensic technology aren’t enough to capture the

nation’s most notorious criminals, the two former Texas Rangers must rely on their gut instincts and old school skills to get the job done. In terms of comedy, Amy Schumer’s stand-up special Growing will debut on March 19. Filmed in front of a packed house in Chicago, the comedian talks about

the joys of womanhood, settling into marital bliss, and much more. Jimmy Carr also has a new special coming to Netflix (March 12), filmed in none other than Dublin’s own Olympia Theatre. For all these and more, be sure to keep an eye on Netflix as new content drops on the site weekly.

Our top Netflix picks TURN UP CHARLIE

A down-and-out DJ plots to rebuild his music career while working as a nanny for his famous best friend’s wild 11-year-old daughter.

ON MY BLOCK - SEASON 2

On My Block follows a quartet of bright, street-savvy friends who are navigating their way through high school - a must watch at any age.

TURN UP CHARLIE

A down-and-out DJ plots to rebuild his music career while working as a nanny for his famous best friend’s wild 11-year-old daughter.

JANE THE VIRGIN - SEASON 5

The series, revolving around a modern Virgin Mary trying to navigate life, returns after a mysterious event left Jane questioning everything in Season 4.

Some of this year’s Oscar winners for their acting – Rami Malek, Olivia Colman, Regina King and Mahershala Ali

category, the win was perhaps something of a toss-up between her, Lady Gaga (A Star is Born), Yalitza Aparicio (Roma) and Melissa McCarthy (Can you ever forgive me?), but proved a solid, well deserved win nonetheless. And, whatever about Roma battling against some bigger-name, higher-profile rivals, at least it nabbed Best Director as one of a number of its wins, with Alfonso Cuaron wowing with a deeply per-

sonal, highly humane tale ahead of some of the snappier, showier films in the same category. Those are pretty much the top-four banner awards that nab the headlines and are the marquee points to hang an article on. Overall, despite the behind the scenes bedlam and hamfisted organisation in recent months as the Oscars’ organisers pinballed from one blunder to another, things proceeded

smoothly enough. Of note was the fact that the viewership figures were actually up on last year’s figure – but the 2019 figure was still the second-lowest for the Oscars, following last year’s historic low point. While the winners (and runner-ups) all deserve to be lauded, it’s hard not to think that the Oscars are way past their prime, with some serious soul-searching to undertake. Roll on Oscars 2020...

Wayne and Orla still at odds over his jealousy YOU love Fair City, and we love Fair City – so look out for our great new preview column every week giving you the low-down on what’s happening over in Carrigstown ‘somewhere on the north side’ ... THIS week, things are hotting up for Orla and Wayne, who’s warned by Orla to get over his jealousy of Tommy, but his humiliation grows as Tommy overhears Orla berating him about his insecurities. Orla and Wayne’s moment of fun with junior is interrupted by Tommy’s arrival. Wayne and Doug fail to agree on the terms of Doug’s employment – in order to get Doug to cut Wayne some slack, she tells him about the IVF treatment. Wayne rips into Orla for making him look weak to Doug, and questions the solidity of his marriage as Orla becomes increasingly angry at his attitude. Dolores gets involved in trying to help the situation. Elsewhere, Melanie finds the atmosphere grim as Paul fires Callum in front of Ruth. Callum warns Melanie she’ll soon find out how Paul treats women, and she’s concerned about Paul’s motives as he interferes in her family... Watch Fair City on RTE One on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

Orla and Tommy are just good friends – but will jealous Wayne see it that way?

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TRAVEL Greece is not just for the summer - there is lots to do, see and enjoy all year round

Custom design your very own dream holiday to Italy

ITALIAN holiday specialist Italy.ie have a spectacular range of tailormade holidays for the summer 2019 season. Italy is undoubtedly one of the most magnificent holiday destinations in the world. Famous for its romance, culture and breathtaking scenery, it is the ideal destination for fun filled family holidays, stylish beach getaways, two centre tours, spa and wellness, wine tasting and wonderful city breaks. Well known resorts such as the Adriatic Riviera, the Amalfi Coast, Lido di Jesolo, Puglia, Tuscany and of course Sicily offer holiday makers a truly magical mix of holiday activity that are sure to linger long in the memory. Choose from a marvellous selection of family, honeymoon, beach, lake, city break or wellness and spa holidays. The experienced specialist team in Italy.ie can also put together individual tailor-made itineraries to include return flights, accommodation of your choice, event tickets, tours, spa treatments, wine tasting trips, private transfers, car hire and internal rail travel.

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Travel Editor For starters, did you know you can ski in Greece? Then there are the countless islands beyond the tourist hotspots of Crete, Rhodes, Corfu, Mykonos and Santorini. If you fancy getting to grips with the Greeks but don’t want to travel in high season then here are some suggestions on where to go and what to do…

new hotel opening

Villa Vager Mani, Peloponnese, boasts four stylish and luxurious suites

A small selection of the fabulous range of holidays on Italy.ie include: Apr 28 – Sorrento – 4* Hotel Bristol – From €1,150pp – 7 nights May 11– Lake Garda - 4* Majestic Palace – From €899 – 7 nights May 17 – Puglia – 3* Hotel Boston – From €427 – 3 nights May-Oct – Italian Lakes & St. Moritz Tour – From €1,099 – 7 nights May-Sep – Sorrento, Amalfi, Pompeii & Vesuvius Tour – From €1,077 – 7 nights All the above prices are subject to availability and include return flights from Dublin, taxes and accommodation as specified. Baggage and transfers not included. Italy.ie is part of the GoHop.ie Travel Group who are considered one of the most popular travel brands in Ireland. Irish owned and managed, the group continues to broaden its appeal to holiday consumers’ offering great value holidays to suit every budget at some of the best prices on the market with flights from Dublin, Cork, Shannon and Knock airports. The company boasts over 45,000 followers on Facebook and enjoys a Feefo rating of 4.75. Consumers can sign up to the GoHop weekly newsletter to ensure they are kept up to date with unbeatable worldwide holiday deals and exciting product updates. For further information check out Italy.ie or call (01) – 611 1047.

Villa Vager Mani, Peloponnese – www.villavagermani.gr - is the newest boutique hotel opening in the southern Peloponnese, Greece. Owners Marina and Nikolas Vager have put the emphasis on style and luxury and the hotel has four suites - all individually decorated reflecting Marina’s individual style which developed through her travels and her work as an interior designer. Choose one of the suites which can sleep up to four this summer and autumn from €275 per night which includes homemade breakfast, complimentary mini bar, apperitivos on the courtyard terrace and all taxes. Book at www.villavagermani.gr.

Discover a new island

Astypalea is not as well-known as its more famous neighbours like Santorini, Paros or even Mykonos, and that is key to its charm.

Astypalaia – Chrysallis Boutique Hotel From £65 per night – www.chrysallishotel.eu - Astypalaia is not as well-known as its more famous neighbours like Santorini, Paros or even Mykonos, and that is key to its charm.

This is a place where you can truly connect with the local culture: festivals are celebrated with traditional music and dance. The local cuisine – the freshest of fish, exotic local specialties like biscuits of local saffron – is a delight, sophisticated in its simplicity. This gorgeous butterflyshaped island offers over 120km of gorgeous coastline just made for exploring. Boutique accommodations with a sense of local style give your stay a sense of elegance and authenticity. Stay at the newly renovated Chrysalis Boutique Hotel for adults only from €80 per night for a superior room including breakfast (available from May 15 to June 10, chrysalishotel.eu/en/).

Discover Mt Mainalo

The Peloponnese is one of those areas in Greece that are easily accessible. Villa Vager (www.hotelvager.gr) is just a short drive from Athens International Airport. It’s a listed building with only nine suites with working fireplaces adding to the whole ambience of the place. It is open all year round as it can combine a variety of different types of holidays, from exploring the ancient sites of Epidaurus, Mycenae and Olympia to skiing at Mainalo Mountain Ski Resort which is only 10 km away. Mainalon has eight ski runs and four lifts. Prices at Villa Vager start from €140 per room per night to include homecooked breakfast and all relevant taxes.

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GREECE: A COUNTRY FOR ALL SEASONS

Icelandair expands flights between Dublin and Reykjavik SUMMER frequency is being expanded by Icelandair on flights between Dublin and Reykjavik. The current daily service will increase to ten flights a week between May 16 and September 7. The three new flights will run on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays with a 2.40pm departure from the Irish capital. These will be in addition to existing 11.45am flights which were introduced last year. The airline provides connections via Reykjavik to 21 points in the US and Canada including Anchorage, New York, Boston, Toronto and Vancouver. Icelandair UK, Ireland and Continental Europe director Andrés Jonsson said: “Our Dublin route has been operating for nearly a year now and our service is proving to be very well received, as such we are delighted to be able to increase frequencies on this route.” Reykjavik

Visit a turtle resort

Lesante Blu in Zakynthos offers a seven night break from €1,008 per person (www.sovereign. com). This is an adultsonly hotel with its own private stretch on the beach. May is a great month to visit Zakynthos as you can visit the turtle sanctuary, take a boat trip to the Navagio and generally explore the island. Alternatively, Sovereign Luxury Travel has a seven-night holiday to The Lesante Beach Resort on a half-board basis from just over €3,000 per family, based on departures on 26 May.

Villa Vager hotel is open all year round as it can combine a variety of different types of holidays, from exploring the ancient sites of Epidaurus, Mycenae and Olympia to skiing at Mainalo Mountain Ski Resort

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FOOD&DRINK

MORSELS OF NEWS IN THE CAPITAL

Fusion fare delights diners in the centre REBECCA RYAN

LA SOUL FOOD, drawing on traditional tastes from Central America fused with Asian f lavours, has come onto the food scene right in the heart of Dublin city. Juanitos, located at no 35 Drury Street, offers a truly unique and tasty culinary experience. Howth-born chef Johnnie Cooke opened the doors of Juanitos last December and it has been thriving ever since. Lee Doyle, Juanitos’ head chef (formerly of The Exchequer) has a wealth of experience under his belt, having worked in Michelin star kitchens. Lee describes the menu as: “healthy, fresh, vibrant and tasty”. When you walk through the doors you are greeted with a warm, relaxed ambiance. The staff are extremely welcoming, with great passion and

recommendations on the menu. The menu has plenty of interesting options to choose from – so much so, I wished I had two stomachs to try everything ... there’s always next time! The prices are very reasonable for a city centre location, with mains starting at €8.50. Juanitos sure know how to do tacos very well. Bursting with flavours, you can get Mexican beer-battered shrimp tacos with salsa fresca, guacamole, shredded cabbage, lime aioli and yellow corn tortillas. There’s also an all-day taco special served daily where you get three for €9. Fo r s o m e g u i l t y pleasure, there’s plenty of Asian cuisine to try. The Sticky Korean Popcorn Chicken with grilled pineapple, spring onion, sesame, toasted cashews, jasmine rice is a must, along with the Korean ‘dry-fried’ crispy chicken wings with a n i n t e re s t i n g sauce of soy, honey, sesame and choice of

sauce – yes, I did eat both in one sitting! T h e re i s a l s o t h e popular Rotisserie Chicken Arepas with ye l l o w c o r n c a ke s, chicken, guacamole, salsa fresca, cotija cheese marinated and coated with the special house glaze and choice of sauce. To t r y s o m e t h i n g different as a side, there are yummy avocado fries served with chilli flakes cilantro pesto, and sea salt. Deep-fried fruit is technically still ‘healthy’, right? To top it off, if you still have room, there are delicious very homely house-baked pastries to choose from and Costa Rican coffee to wash it down. Juanitos’ signature coffee from McCabes Coffee, named ‘Pura Vida’ (meaning ‘simple life’) has a backbone of mild roasted Costa Rican coffee from H a c i e n d a Aq u i a re s, delicately balanced with a little Brazil, Indian and Sumatran Arabica. The c ity centre restaurant certainly delivers on taste. I heard their food described as

Perfect pancakes WITH Pancake Tuesday filling heads with thoughts of perfect pancakes (with our tums looking to get their fill soon, too), why not make some yummy Buttermilk Pancakes (to serve two) with a difference? These are glutenfree, so perfect for coeliacs ... Ingredients 1 cup GF self-raising flour 1/2 tsp baking soda 1 cup buttermilk (don’t forget to shake it up) 1 medium free-range egg 2 tbsp butter 1 tsp cinnamon (optional) 1 ripe banana or half cup blueberries (optional)

Give your taste buds a treat – Juanitos offers a surprising variety of dishes and flavours, unexpectedly mixing Central America fare with a dash of Asian fusion. Best of all, the delish dishes that it serves up come at a very reasonable price, too, adding to its appeal in the city centre

a “party in your mouth” and when observing customers in the packed restaurant, there were a lot of pleasure-imbued “mmm” sounds coming from punters as they dived into their dishes.

Juanitos is perfect for a quick tasty bite from b re a k fa s t to d i nn e r, pre-shows bites, or just as equally also perfect spending a longer time chilling out with family and friends with great

food. (Tip – If you get a chance, sit by the window seats; they’re perfect for people-watching.) For further information about the restaurant, see juanitos.ie.

Preparation • Add all ingredients to a large bowl or pouring jug and blend. If you’re not using the banana, you can also just do this with a whisk or fork. • Put a pan on a medium-high heat and once hot, melt the butter. Add the butter to the pancake and mix and stir. Ensure enough butter remains to evenly coat the pan. • The pan usually fits about three little pancakes – they’ll be the puffy, stackable American-style ones. • They should take about 30 seconds or so either side until golden brown; you can keep a plate warm in the oven for pancakes while you use up all the batter. • These pancakes last well and sometimes you can just pop them in the toaster the next day too.

CRAFTBEERCORNER

Going old school

The Goose Tavern

THE GOOSE TAVERN, which began its career as the “Green Goose” and then “The Pilot” certainly hasn’t lost its charm despite its name changes. The small front double doors open into a bar and lounge in one. The brass fittings and carpeted floor certainly lend themselves to the old school bar feeling. The Goose Tavern might not win any awards for how it looks from the outside, but once inside, the pint was a completely different story. Smooth, consistent and with the taste on point, the Goose is definitely worth a visit. @guinnessadvisor

The Goose Tavern, Sion Hill Road, Whitehall, Dublin 9

Sabotage IPA Trouble Brewing Kill, Co Kildare  PALE MAILE, Beer Aficionado IF YOU come across any of the beers from Trouble Brewing Company they will stand out just because of their wonderful label designs but they taste just as good too. This IPA is perfectly balanced between the bitterness and the taste of hops. This is not as hoppy as some IPAs and has a medium body, so Trouble’s Sabotage IPA is not overpowering if you prefer less of a bite.The drink has a lovely amber colour and 5.5% ABV. Another super tasty pint from this local brewery.

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a “party in your mouth” and when observing customers in the packed restaurant, there were a lot of pleasure-imbued “mmm” sounds coming from punters as they dived into their dishes.

Juanitos is perfect for a quick tasty bite from b re a k fa s t to d i nn e r, pre-shows bites, or just as equally also perfect spending a longer time chilling out with family and friends with great

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EAST COAST DERBY: SOCCER: TWO goals in three second

half minutes saw Bray claim victory in the East Coast Derby. But two penalty decisions – one given, one not given – effectively decided the SSE Airtricity League First Division season opener in front of a bumper crowd at Stradbrook. Nonetheless, Cabo’s Pat Devlin was able to reflect on the positives.

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Templeogue fell Saints to lead the way  sport@dublingazette.com

THE TWISTS and turns at the top of the men’s basketball Super League table continue apace with league leaders, Templeogue keeping their spot at the top intact thanks to a 67-89 point win over Dublin neighbours, DCU Saints on Saturday evening. Templeogue built a 43-33 lead at the interval and continued to push the boat out as Dee Proby and Lorcan Murphy both landed 18 points with good support from Jason Killeen. Mike Bonaparte tallied 27 for DCU but he could not find enough support from around the court to close the gap. Templeogue now lead the way with 36 points from 16 outings, six clear but Tralee Warriors are hot on their heels following an 80-68 win on Saturday over Belfast Star. They have two games in hand, though,

which could wipe out Templeogue’s lead. UCD Marian are still in the chase for league honours thanks to a high-scoring 76-101 point win over Keane’s SuperValu Killorglin in the kingdom on Saturday evening. Mike Garrow, Conor Meany and Elijah Mays led the way for the visitors and despite good displays from Daniel Jokubaitis, Daragh Jones and Declan Wall. UCD put in a huge 40-point third quarter to help see home victory. Moycullen succumbed 64-89 to cup champions, Pyrobel Killester on Saturday evening meanwhile. Isaiah Harris-Winn top scored for Moycullen with 22 points. But Killester’s Royce Williams bagged himself 26 points on the way to leading his team to victory. Moycullen remain in a three-way tie at the bottom of the Men’s Super League. In Division One, Northern Confer-

Templeogue’s Lorcan Murphy on the attack in their victory over the DCU Saints. Picture: Martin Doherty

ence leaders and currently unbeaten DBS Éanna gave Scotts Lakers St Paul’s Killarney a tough outing. A superb first half performance from Sean O’Brien and Papito Hersisia looked to have Killarney comfortable at stages but Éanna kept chipping away at the lead and by the half time break, had the margin cut

to three points. A stunning third quarter from the hosts’ Stefan Zecevic and Joshua Wilson began to show why the Dubliners are still unbeaten after 20 league games, and with Conor Gallagher making his presence known under the boards, Éanna drove home to a 103-87 point win in the end.

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BALLINTEER ST JOHN’S LOTTO results for February 21 Lotto A numbers 15, 16, 18 and 21. Lotto B numbers 11, 16, 20 and 23. No winners. Next Thursday jackpots €10,000 and €3,000. Winner of €100 Michele Ross, €50 William Finn and Phil Willis. Joker Consolation prize Henry Costello and Ross Clarke. Next week Joker €750. BSJ Bingo every Monday at 8pm. The Race Night fundraiser for the Adult Ladies Football on Friday was a great success and an enjoyable night. Well done to Eamonn Naughton and colleagues. Thanks to the sponsors and congrats to the big winner on the night owner / trainer Kieran Duffy. Peadar O Shea and Denis Ward also featured in the Hamper stakes. A bad start to the hurling season. Our seniors fought hard away to Na Fianna but were eventually beaten by seven points. Outstanding displays from Fionan Clabby and Donal Gormley. Our Intermediates were beaten by a strong St Brigids team but Jack Kelly Chris Garvan and Dave Harney had excellent displays. In the afternoon our Junior A hurlers were beaten by Lucan Sarsfield on the all weather. Beidh lá eile. Hard luck to Colaiste Eoin beaten by the mighty St Kierans Kilkenny in the Leinster Colleges Hurling final. Great to have Iain O Heithir, Seamus Fenton, Tom Aherne andf Colm Fitzpatrick from BSJ playing at this level. U-16 footballers continued their winning ways following their victory over Ballymun Kickhams with a win over Lucan Sarsfield. Next weekend sees all our four adult football teams playing away from home. Seniors play Skerries Harp at 10.30am in Skerries. Junior A play Craobh Chiarain in Clonshaugh while Junior B play St Oliver Plunketts in Martin Savage Pk , both games at 12pm. Jun C play Castleknock In Somerton at 3pm.

CUALA MANY thanks to the Royal Marine Hotel, the Off The Ball crew and all those who came down to support our fundraiser for Amanda Stapleton. It was a great evening’s entertainment for a very worthy cause. A Date for your diary! The 2019 Cuala Awards night will be on Friday, March 15 in The Royal Marine Hotel in Dun Laoghaire. More details to follow soon. Well done to the senior hurlers who defeated Lucan in their opening AHL1 game last Friday. Congratulations to Cuala’s Martha Byrne and Jennifer Dunne, who featured on the Dublin Ladies team that defeated Mayo Ladies on Saturday evening in Croke Park. Sinead Wylde and the Dublin Camogie senior team recorded a good win over Clare in Ennis on Sunday. Congrats also to the Dublin Minors , managed by Willie Braine, on a good win on

Saturday. Our Junior footballers played a friendly against Stars of Erin on Sunday morning in Glencullen. Thanks to Stars for hosting us. Cuala senior camogie team were also out on Sunday. They traveled to Raheny for a friendly match that ended with the honours shared. The U-16, U-15 and U-14s all recorded wins in their opening camogie matches of the 2019 League last weekend. The U-13s were unluck to lose narrowly to St. Finians. Well done to Cuala’s Sean Brennan, Darragh O’Connell, Sean Moran, Jake Malone and Sean and David Treacy. All part of the Dublin squad that defeated Waterford in the League in Parnell Pk on Sunday. Hard luck to the U-16 footballers who were narrowly beated by Raheny in Division 2 at the weekend.

SOCCER: TWO KEY DECISIONS IN THREE MINUTES GO AGAINST

Cabo pay penalty as Bray get rub of green LOI FIRST DIVISION Cabinteely Bray Wanderers  PAUL DOWLING sport@dublingazette.com

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TWO goals in three second half minutes saw Bray claim victory in the East Coast Derby. But two penalty decisions – one given, one not given – effectively decided the SSE Airtricity League First Division season opener in front of a bumper crowd at Stradbrook. With the new temporary stand given its debut, Cabinteely thought they would be awarded a spotkick on the hour mark when Robert Manley went down in the box. However, referee Tomas Connolly opted to book the home forward on his debut. Just over two minutes later, ex-Cabo front man Joe Doyle tangled with defender Conor Keeley with the match official pointing to the spot – despite the hosts protests. Dylan McGlade slotted in the 12-yard dead-ball to set-up the visitors for their long-awaited away league win. Another two minutes later, and only hours after signing on loan from Waterford, Dean

O’Halloran doubled that lead. Keeley’s header off Keith Dalton’s corner was deflected wide as the home side tried to rally. But McGlade wrapped up matters in the last minute of stoppage time to make 3-0 as Wanderers won on the road for the first time in 18 attempts. The home club gave four debuts to Seán Hurley, Eoin Massey, Vilius Labutis and Manley. Bar goalkeeper Gabriel Sava and centre half Seán Heaney, the Wicklow club handed first-ever starts in their colours to nine outfield players including skipper Paul Keegan, McGlade and Doyle. With a difficult crossfield wind playing havoc with the conditions, clearcut chances were few and far between in the opening period. Former Seagull Kieran Marty Waters almost got in along the left channel after 21 minutes. But Sava’s vital touch conceded a corner. Dylan Barnett then made a vital block before the line to keep out Keeley’s header from Dalton’s corner. Making his second debut for Wanderers after nearly

a decade apart, Sava then made a fine save to thwart Bray native Luke Clucas off a 34th minute free. Doyle then went close haunting his former charges when lobbing Stephen McGuinness eight minutes before the interval. But the ball dropped agonisingly wide. Despite the setback, Cabinteely Director of Football Pat Devlin took plenty of positives from the tie. And he hopes to take those positives into

Friday’s first away fixture of the season against Shelbourne on Friday at Tolka Park (kick-off 7.45pm). “For 60 minutes of the game, we did very well. We applied ourselves in the first half. We had four of our starting 11 out injured. I was happy enough with the performance. “We had a lot of set-pieces; good play. Conor Keeley went close with a couple of headers. Overall, it wasn’t a bad performance. I think the scoreline flat-

tered Bray.” He described the penalty decisions were “the real killer”. “I thought Rob Manley was a definite penalty. He looked to be clipped. But referee Tommy Connolly decided it wasn’t. We were a little bit unlucky. But we’re not despondent. There were some very good performances from the likes of Seán Hurley, Vilius Labutis, Zak O’Neill and Eoin Massey. Overall, plenty of positives.”

Three Rock through to ISC semis

Jody Hosking celebrates his goal for Three Rock Rovers. Picture: Adrian Boehm

THREE Rock Rovers put their men’s EY Hockey League travails behind them to continue their remarkable run of results in domestic knock-out matches as they beat Banbridge 4-3 in the Irish Senior Cup. They have now not lost a match of this ilk since the spring of 2017, picking up six trophies, as Luke Madeley fired the winner at Havelock Park. Rovers had led 3-0 in the first half via Mark English, Madeley and Jody Hosking before Bann roared back into contention with a dou-

ble from Eugene Magee before Josh Moffett made it 3-3 but Madeley arrived with his second to win it. It sees them through to the semi-finals of the competition alongside Cork C of I, Lisnagarvey and Glenanne. On Saturday, though, Rovers lost 2-0 to Lisnagarvey in the EYHL to drop to five points outside the playoff places. Nonetheless, they now have a run of six home league games in the coming month to try and get back on course.

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BOXING: MONKSTOWN TEENAGER REACHES SENIOR FINALS

Mari’s eyes remain on 2024 Olympic prize NATIONAL ELITE CHAMPIONSHIPS  DAVE DONNELLY

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Cabinteely’s Luke Clucas gets gets his shot away against Bray Picture: Barbara Flynn

YOUTH CUP

Maloney magic powers Cabo U-17s to final four CABINTEELY FC Youths 1N team progressed last Sunday to the semi-final of the U17 FAI Challenge Cup. In a really impressive team performance against Waterford side Villa FC at Connors Park, Oran Maloney claimed a stunning hat-trick in the last eight 5-2 success. Fayed Azeez and Jack “Lefty” Curran also found the net for the winning team. Cabo previously knocked out Tolka Rovers in the DDSL section of the draw and then beat Bridge United to reach the last 16 of the competition with a 2-0 win as part of their impressive run.

MONKSTOWN Boxing Club’s Sean Mari came up just short in his first title at a National Elite title but his trajectory is only going upward according to coach Pauly Kinsella. The 18-year-old was beaten by the more experienced Regan Buckley in the 59kg final at the National Stadium on Saturday in his first senior final. The light-flyweight category may have been removed from the Olympics in 2020 but Kinsella feels the games in Tokyo may have come too soon for the young fighter in any case. The Nutgrove teenager only returned to competitive boxing this year after taking a year out to complete his Leaving Cert and exceeded expectations given the big step up in levels. He beat Ederney’s Rory Baird on all five judges’ scorecards in his semi-final bout but was outmatched by the more mature Buckley in his final bout. Mari, who is currently studying sports and leisure management in Sallynoggin College of Further Education, has aspirations to turn pro but his medium-term ambition is the 2024 Olympics in Paris. “His goal is an Olympic Games and World Championship and to turn professional and then win world titles,” Kinsella tells the Dublin Gazette. “But the thing is 49kg being taken out this year and, in all honesty, it wouldn’t be on his radar anyway. He’s only turned 18 and he wouldn’t be physically strong enough yet. “2024 is definitely his one. He has been brought into the High Performance in Abbotstown with the IABA.” Mari outclassed the more experienced Baird in his semi-final bout but Kinsella admits he found it tough going against the seasoned campaigner Buckley in the decider. “When we were going in there, we were qui-

Monkstown Boxing Club’s Sean Mari in action

etly confident. Although we were underdogs, we were fairly confident Sean would have the talent to beat him. “We knew Regan would be stronger physically. He’s older and he’s around a lot longer in terms of elite level, but we were fully confident that Sean would have the talent and skills to outdo all that. “Regan started fast and Sean got overawed a small bit. Afterwards he was absolutely gutted. He hasn’t felt that bad in the ring in a long time. It was a pity.

“The week before, he brought his A-game and he was fantastic in the semi-final against an Ulster champion. It just didn’t work out for him, unfortunately.” He hopes to see Mari matched with Buckley again in competition later this year before going onto compete in the under-22s, which he missed out on last year due to injury. “We were saying to him, ‘remember how you feel now, son. It’s been a long time since you felt like this.’ He was alright about it. He knows exactly what we’re trying to do with him.”

DLSP host largest U-7 rugby festival KIERAN BURKE FESTIVAL  sport@dublingazette.com

DE LA SALLE Palmerston hosted Ireland’s largest Under-7s rugby blitz in Kilternan last Sunday as they welcomed hundreds of youngsters to the club for the Kieran Burke Festival of Rugby. Kieran Burke was an Under7 DLSP player who sadly died in 2004 from leukaemia aged 6. The festival was started to pay tribute to Kieran and his great enthusiasm for rugby by hosting an event for his age group.

It is now the largest rugby event for Under-7s in the country. It is tradition in DLSP that the event is organised by the Under-7s squad made up entirely of volunteers from the club and parents of the players. There were 620 kids from over 60 teams in action as well as coaches and parents – along with Noel Reid and Peter Dooley from the Leinster squad - cheering them on, making it a great day of rugby for all. Navan RFC took home the trophy this year.

The DLSP Under-7 squad

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WEEKEND results - Well done to the AHL3 team who beat Parnells 3-15 to 0-16. The AHL4 team (pictured) beat Commercials 4-18 to 1-12 and the AHL6 team beat Crumlin, 4-8 to 0-9. Hard luck to the AHL1 team who lost to Craobh Chairain, 1-11 to 2-12 and the AHL9 who lost to St. Finians. In Football, hard luck to the MFL1 team who narrowly lost to Na Fianna, 3.9 to 3.10, and the MFL5 who lost to Ballyfermot, 3.9 to 4.7. Hard luck to Colaiste Eoin who lost to St Kieran’s in the Leinster Hurling Final 2-7 to 1-17. Ben Ó hEidhin, Brian Mac Síthigh, Seán Ó Cinnseallaigh, Cian Ó Cathasaigh, Pádhraic Ó Luineacháin, Pádraig Puirséil, Dara Mac Gabhann, Tom Stakelum, Breandán Ó Scanláin, Tomás Ó Néill, Dara Puirséil and Aodhan De Paor we’re the Crokes representatives. Well done to the Dublin Senior Hurlers who beat Waterford, 1-26 to 4-15. Caolan Conway, Oisin O’Ruairc, Ronan Hayes and Fergal Whitely were all on the squad. In Camogie, well done to the Dublin Minor Camogie team who beat Wexford 2-14 to 0-11 in their opening championship game. Ciara Jones, Issy Davis, Niamh Comerford, Sarah Fenlon and Anna Geraghty were all on the squad. In Ladies Football, well done to the Dublin Senior team who beat Mayo 1-17 to 3-9. Aoife Kane, Rachel Fleming, Lauren Magee and Éabha Rutledge were the Crokes representatives involved.

NAOMH OLAF The IRES sponsored Adult Hurlers commenced their 2019 Division 6 League campaign with an away fixture against Civil Service Hurling last Sunday. It was a full throttle match with the Sandyford lads having the edge on their Kilmainham counterparts - final score of 0-12 to 2-15. The Division 2 Hurlers were scheduled to play O’Toole’s but due to a bereavement in O’Toole’s GAA Club, the match was postponed. Minor Men’s Footballers made the trip to Monastery Road to face Round Towers in the Division 2 opener, with the hosts coming out on top with a scoreline of 4-13 to 3-12. Next weekend, the Minor Hurlers play Na Fianna, whilst the adult men’s footballers come up against Round Towers (Lusk) in Division 2, Bank of Ireland in Division 6, and neighbours Kilmacud Crokes (Division 10). Saturday 2nd March sees Pump Up The

SHANKILL

Jam playing Live at Olafs! They will be supported on the evening by local talent, Trev Broughan. Tickets €10 online via eventbrite.comand from Club Bar. Sunday 3rd March (3.30 to 5.30pm) is Club Strategy Workshop Day. Club and Community members are invited to have their say on how the club will evolve and develop in the coming years. This is your opportunity to help shape the future of your Club, so please do try to come along on the day. Ash Monday commences on the 25th March (7-9pm) and will run for four weeks. Guest Coach on the 25th will be Brian Ryan, Kilkenny GAA Games Development Manager and former Kilkenny Minor, Under 21 and Development Squad Manager and Coach. Full details from lead mentors.

THE juvenile academy, sponsored by O’Donnell’s Pharmacy, is in action every Saturday at 10am indoors in St Laurence College. Why not give the Academy a try? The coaches are ready and the equipment is waiting and ready to be used; the cost is only €2 per child and there is no annual subscription. Easter Camp will take place on April 23-25. This fantastic camp is open to both club members and non-members, boys and girls aged 5 to 12 years and will be from 10am to 2.00pm each day. The cost is €40 for members and €50 for non-members. Numbers are restricted 70 places so when they’re gone, they’re gone. Contact the club today. Action this week: U-8 and U-11 hurling teams were at home to Na Gaeil Oga, U-9 and 12 hurlers were away to St Patricks and St Sylvester’s respectably. U-13 girls’ football were away to Ballinteer St Johns. Many thanks to everybody who took part in our Operation Transformation walking group; we hope that you all lost loads of weight, also thanks to Fr John for the use of the church grounds. Chase the Ace draw on Sunday night in Brady’s there was no jackpot winner the €50 prize went to Rachael Ryan. This week’s Jackpot is €1950. Tickets are €2 each or 3 for €5 and are available from club members or in the pub. For details of our Ladies football team check out our Facebook page and follow the link to the ladies Facebook group, e-mail stevedavis203@gmail.com or contact Steve 087 6414123. The men’s adult football team are looking for new players which are always welcome contact Kevin Martin 086 8449902. For more information on the club, contact, secretary.shankill.dublingaa.ie or call 086 6072746. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter. Join Shankill GAA Club, your community, your Village GAA club where everybody knows your name.

BASKETBALL: BOOTERSTOWN SCHOOL WINS BIG

MVP Miltiadis on point for Andrew’s U-19B LEAGUE FINAL St Andrew’s 59 Colaiste Ide, Limerick 49  sport@dublingazette.com

A SURGE late in the third quarter was ultimately what put St Andrew’s College, Booterstown, on the road to Under-19 B All-Ireland Schools League glory. They ultimately ran out 59-49 point winners over Colaiste Ide agus Iosef of Limerick at the National Basketball Arena on Tuesday. An MVP performance from St Andrew’s Sotiris Miltiadis was supported by superb work from captain Matt McGrath and Jake Owen to see them home to glory in what was a close and hotly contested affair. Andrew’s drove into an early lead, opening up a 7-2 gap by the midway point of the first thanks to big scoring from Miltiadis and McGrath. Co l a i s te Íd e we re merely finding the ir feet though and Muriríoch McNulty found his rhythm soon after, putting up some big scores and a big three from Adam Maynard, followed by another McNulty score saw the Limerick

St Andrew’s celebrate their success at the National Basketball Arena on Tuesday. Picture: Rolf Stenberg

side into the lead by one. Two coolly taken free throws at the other end though saw St Andrew’s into a slim 14-13 lead at the end of the first. Nothing separated the sides in the second quarter either with McNulty, John Sexton and DJ Stack running the show for Colaiste Íde, making St Andrew’s work extremely hard on defense to try to keep them at bay. The Dubliners had threats all over the court as well, with Miltiadis, Owen and Anthony Tiernan proving tricky for the

BRAINE’S TRUST Cuala man at helm for Dub minor victory

CUALA’S Willie Braine, pictured

left, discusses with strength and conditioning coach Cillian Bowes about their next challenge as the Dublin minor camogie side he manages impressed in their opening All-Ireland tie for 2019. They got the better of Wexford 2-14 to 0-11 and now look forward to their next date on March 9 when they come up against Tipperary. Picture: ilivephotos.com

Limerick side and by half time, Colaiste Ide led by just one, 32-33. An absorbing third quarter followed, with again, nothing between the teams at e ither end. Huge defence from Colaiste Íde began to limit the inside threat of Andrew’s, but point guard Owen stepped up to the mantle, and had some big assists. By the closing stages of the quarter, a big surge from Andrew’s saw them begin to find some breathing room on the scoreboard thanks to a

late 6-0 run in the closing stages led Tiernan, Miltiadis and Sam Lucas to lead 45-37 going into the last. Mo m e n t u m s taye d with St Andrew’s in the fourth, despite the best efforts of the hugely impressive McNulty, Stack and Adam Maynard. By the midway point, Andrew’s had opened up a 51-37 point lead, and didn’t look back from there, with McGrath closing proceedings with six points in a row to see them win out 59-49.

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LADIES FOOTBALL: JACKIES BOUNCE BACK FROM SLOW START IN CROKER

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Eoin run ended at final hurdle by Kieran’s

Lyndsey Davey on the attack against Mayo. Picture: Ray McManus/Sportsfile

Cuala’s Dunne makes big impact for Dubs LGFA DIVISION ONE Dublin Mayo  JAMES HENDICOTT sport@dublingazette.com

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DUBLIN stormed back to defeat Mayo and give their league hopes a big boost as they won a thriller in Croke Park on Saturday evening. Cuala’s Jennifer Dunne played a key role when introduced in the 26th minute as Mick Bohan rang the changes after a slow start for the Jackies. Dunne kicked a couple of points when she came into midfield. She joined Martha Byrne in the line-up along with Foxrock Cabinteely’s Niamh Collins, Emma McDonagh and Hannah O’Neill while Kilamcud Crokes’ Aoife Kane and Lauren Magee all starting. Niamh and Grace Kelly’s points were followed by a goal from Rachel Kearns for the visitors, Kearns emphatic strike sending up a warning signal to the Jackies. It was to get worse before it got better, too. Niamh McEvoy scored a terrific goal, but rather than rallying the Dubs,

Bohan’s charges continued to struggle to deal with Kearns, who broke again, rattled Ciara Trant’s post and then lashed in the rebound, to re-establish and ominous looking Mayo lead. Fiona Doherty had added a third for the visitors inside twenty minutes, finishing from a tight angle, and Dublin found themselves 3-2 to 1-2 behind with a third of the contest gone. From there, though, Dublin found their composure, taking control of the middle and increasingly utilising the space that seems to appear in HQ. Siobhan Killeen and Jennifer Dunne are two relatively new additions to the Dublin side but their introduction made an impact, narrowing the margin by two points, with Mayo going in leading by four. Kearns was to have an opportunity to complete a hattrick just after the break, but blazed a penalty the wrong side of the Dublin crossbar, and from then on in it was the Jackies who looked more likely. Lindsey Davey, Niamh McEvoy (who finished with 1-5) and the late introduction of the ever dangerous player

of the year Sinead Aherne saw Dublin frequently split the uprights as they ultimately pushed their west coast rivals aside in a dominant closing 20 minutes. The win pushes Dublin to the top of Mayo’s Kathryn Sullivan takes on Nicole Owens. Picture: Ray McManus/ Sportsfile

the Lidl National Football League table for the first time this season, a solid piece of progress for a team that have been flagged as something of a side in transition, but seem to be building considerable momentum.

COLAISTE Eoin’s run in the Leinster Post-Primary Schools senior A hurling championship came to an end at the final stage as they fell to Kilkenny kingpins St Kieran’s at O’Moore Park on Sunday. The All-Ireland holders made a good start as Cian Kenny fired over two classy points in the opening four minutes. An Eoin Cody free extended their lead before Coláiste Eoin struck back with Pádraig Puirséil finding the net. St Kieran’s replied with a Ciarán Brennan goal but a superb run from Séamus Ó Fiachna in the 17th minute culminated in Darach Mac Giolla Bhríde rifling home Coláiste Eoin’s second goal. The Kilkenny outfit replied through points from Kenny and Conor Kelly as the tie rattled along with scores galore. The remainder of the half was tight with points from Iain Ó hEithir and Pádhraic Ó Luineacháin cancelled out by Eoghan Moylan and Brennan. Upon the restart, Coláiste Eoin took the lead courtesy of points from Dónal Mac Duinnsléibhe, and Puirséil. However, they failed to score for the rest of the game and their opponents pulled away with points from Ciaran Brennan, Cody, Conor Hoban and Aaron Brennan, landing a 1-17 to 2-7 victory in the final reckoning, ending the Stillorgan side’s epic run on a low note.

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