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Penneys closure a ‘massive blow’ PENNEYS in Rathfarnham is closing its doors for the last time early next year, after 47 years in business. The company said the decision had been made due to the “close proximity” of other stores in Nutgrove and Dundrum. PAGE 4

SPORT HURLING: Trem Cuala celebrate as they earn a seventh Dublin Senior title with hard earned win over St. Brigid’s SEE P32 WONDERFUL WELCOME: Dublin footballer David Byrne brought Sam Maguire to the Naomh Olaf clubhouse to the joy of all the younger players who took the opportunity to pose with the famous piece of silverware for pictures. Picture: Celtic Photography. Full gallery next week

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Luas passengers left high and dry REBECCA RYAN

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LUAS commuters on the green line have reported being “dumped” out before reaching their destination, with no explanation given.

Last Tuesday, commuters on the Brides Glen bound tram were left off at Sandyford, nine stops early, which has reportedly been happening intermittently for the past year

and a half.

One irate commuter, Sean, told Dublin Gazette of his recent commuting experience, singling out the Sandyford Luas stop for particular criticism.

He said: “Last Tuesday [October 14], I was trying to get from Dundrum to Central Park after work, so I waited for a third Luas to get there, as the first was just going to Sandyford, and you have to change there for

Brides Glen trams.

“The next Luas – bound for Brides Glen – was totally packed, so I waited for the next Luas to come along; that was now the third Luas that I’d had to wait for at Dundrum.

“That third Luas was also for Brides Glen; it was completely packed too, but I squeezed in.

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Go-Ahead sorry for late buses

BUS company, Go Ahead Ireland have apologised after complaints more than doubled on some of their routes.

New figures from the National Transport Authority revealed that grievances arose on 16 of their 24 routes transferred from Dublin Bus to Go-Ahead.

Keavy O’Sullivan uses the 75 bus service to and fro Dun Laoghaire regularly.

She told Dublin Gazette that the service is often late and occasionally doesn’t show at all. She said it is causing her huge stress.

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COMPLAINTS MORE THAN DOUBLED ON SOME ROUTES

Bus operator Go-Ahead apologises for late buses REBECCA RYAN

BUS company, Go Ahead Ireland have apologised after complaints more than doubled on some of their routes.

New f i g u re s f ro m the National Transport Authority revealed that grievances rose on 16 of their 24 routes transferred from Dublin Bus to GoAhead.

Keavy O’Sullivan uses the 75 bus service to and fro Dun Laoghaire regularly. She told Dublin Gazette that the service is often late and occasionally doesn’t show at all. She said it is causing her huge stress. “[I feel] frustrated and stressed. It makes me late for work, which is unpro-

Grievances rose on 16 of 24 routes transferred from Dublin Bus to Go-Ahead

fessional and means you’re stressed for the day before it’s even begun!

“I’ve tried getting up earlier and taking a previous bus, but it still gets me

there within 10 minutes of the original because traffic was so much worse.

“They also quite regularly just drop off the tracking app and don’t always dis-

play on the real time info boards.”

Ms O’Sullivan said she would like better communication from Go Ahead.

“I’ve tried tweeting them to ask for updates or lodge comments. “[I would like] some increased engagement with people who do write to them, and evidence that our concerns are noted and that they are trying to fix the routes.”

Go-Ahead managing director, Ed Wills told Dublin Gazette that some complaints are outside of their “direct control” such as increase in traffic and passengers, timetable changes that were brought in when they mobilised the routes, routes not running due to anti-social behaviour, or mechanical issues.

Mr Wills said that there were two areas in their remit to change.

“Firstly, we identified some timetable changes, and worked with the NTA who approved same. These changes have improved services.

“Secondly, we have continued to recruit and train our drivers and now have a wider pool. Areas in relation to excessive traffic and anti-social behaviour are areas that we regret, but are outside of our control.”

He added that the NTA sets out all routes, timetables and real time information.

Mr Wills apologised to any customers for any inconvenience and said they will continue to work on improving their service.

Leave to challenge Bullock Harbour decision granted

A LOCAL campaigning group is ‘delighted’ to have been granted leave to challenge An Bord Planala’s (ABP) decision to grant planning permission at Bullock Harbour.

Earlier this year, the controversial development got the green light from ABP for three three-storey houses, two apartments, a cafe and a number of other buildings.

Bullock Harbour Preservation Association (BHPA) told Dublin Gazette what they would like to see developed at the harbour.

“Our vision and view is that this site should be developed for community and maritime related uses, in providing changing rooms, toilets, storage for boats, canoes, kayaks and related gear and that the children of the Borough and the City would no longer have to change on the side of the road.”

FASTNews Call for new civic centre for Dundrum A FORMAL submission has been made to the council, calling for a new Civic Centre in Dundrum.

Local group, Imagine Dundrum made their submission as part of the Community, Cultural and Civic Action Plan (CCCAP), which aims to assist the council in deciding how best to deliver future community, cultural and civic infrastructure in the area.

In a statement, Imagine Dundrum said: “We believe we have made a compelling case for a new Civic Centre in Dundrum as the hub of an integrated network of community facilities and services.”

Local Minister, Josepha Madigan previously told Dublin Gazette that she would also like to see a new civic centre for the area.

“My vision for Dundrum is that of a vibrant community supported by a strong local economy. This includes a new Civic Centre for Dundrum for the benefit of local cultural and community groups in the area.”

Festival of Inclusion a major success DUN Laoghaire Rathdown’s ‘Festival of Inclusion’ has been a huge success.

Supported by the council, the festival was held from 4-12 of October, with over 100 events taking place and an estimated of over 4,000 people taking part.

Intergenerational activities included fitness classes, speed talking, conversation workshops, music and dance sessions.

The council said: “dlr would like to thank and congratulate all the groups and volunteers who arranged events, and who supported the Festival during the week.”

Councillor Lettie Mc Carthy congratulated the council on such a successful festival.

“It was a great opportunity to showcase what is best about our county,” she said.

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STILLORGAN : CLASSMATES TO VOLUNTEER IN JAMAICA AT CHILDREN’S RESIDENCE

Local students heading to Jamaica to help orphans with disabilities REBECCA RYAN

FOUR local students are heading to Jamaica this weekend to help orphaned children with disabilities.

Sophie’s Place, based in Kingston, is a residence for children with disabilities who have been abandoned by their families.

Beth Dunne from St Raphaela’s Secondary School in Stillorgan is going there on Saturday with three other classmates; Elsie Madigan, Abigal Walsh and Megan Wier, along with their teacher Laoise O’Boyle and 16 other volunteers.

They will be there for a week and will travel to different communities taking part in work projects and taking care of the residents.

Beth, 16, from Ballinteer, told Dublin Gazette this is her second time going to Jamaica with Mustard Seed Communities Ireland, whose mission is very close to her heart.

“The charity makes a positive difference to the lives of every resident. The Mustard Seed motto is that

‘no child is ever abandoned twice’.

“When I was told about the work that Mustard Seed Communities does for people with disabilities, I immediately wanted to get involved.

“My younger sister, Alana has Down Syndrome and the thought of parents abandoning their own child, just because

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would recommend absolutely everyone to go on the trip and to donate as much as you can to the charity, as it is such a wonderful cause that helps the most amazing and vulnerable people.”

St Raphaela’s teacher and trip group leader, Laoise OBoyle told us about the residences that the girls will be visiting.

“They range from a home for teenage boys living with HIV/AIDS, a facility for teenage mothers, a residence for disabled adults, and an entire enclosed purposebuilt village outside Kingston where these adults can live out their lives, engage in work and training and reach their full potential according to their ability.

“In order to participate in the programme, each volunteer has had to raise €2,700. They have done this through various initiatives such as bucket collections, bag packs, cake sales and non-uniform days.”

To find out more, or to support the charity, see www.mustardseedireland. ie

It really is an experience of a lifetime, and I would recommend absolutely everyone to go on the trip and to donate as much as you can to the charity of their disability, or not being able to take care of them, breaks my heart.”

Beth added that she is really looking forward to seeing everyone in Jamaica again and is encouraging everyone to get behind the charity.

“It really is an experience of a lifetime, and I

Gardai appeal for witnesses after collision GARDAI are looking for witnesses of a serious traffic collision on Leopardstown Road.

Last Wednesday, October 16, at around 10.10pm, a man in his 70s was at pedestrian traffic lights, when he was struck by a car.

He was later taken to St. Vincent’s University Hospital with life-threatening injuries.

Gardai in Cabinteely are appealing for anyone who was in the area of the Leopardstown Road between the hours of 10pm to 10.20pm, who may have seen the incident or drivers who may have dash cam footage, to contact them.

You can contact Cabinteely Garda Station on (01) 6665400, The Garda Confidential Line on 1800-666-111 or any Garda Station.

Elsie Madigan, Beth Dunne, Abigal Walsh and Megan Wier

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SHUTTING DOWN: DECISION MADE DUE TO THE ‘CLOSE PROXIMITY’ OF OTHER STORES

Penneys Rathfarnham closure ‘massive blow’ to locals PENNEYS in Rathfarnham is closing its doors for the last time early next year, after 47 years in business.

The company said the decision had been made due to the “close proximity” of other stores in Nutgrove and Dundrum, adding that “the lease is due to expire.”

“Penneys confirms that its Rathfarnham Shopping Centre store, located in Dublin 14, will close in February 2020.

“All employees in Penneys Rathfarnham have been informed and

everyone has been offered relocation opportunities at nearby Dublin stores.

“Customers of the Rathfarnham store are well serviced by the Nutgrove store (also in Rathfarnham) which was completely refurbished in 2017, and nearby stores Dundrum and Liffey Valley, due to their close proximity,” they said.

Local TD John Lahart (FF) said it’s a massive blow for the area. “… Massive blow for the Rathfarnham Shopping Centre and surrounding area.

“Penneys is a huge draw to the shopping centre, and I will be doing all I can to ensure that a new tenant is found for the premises ASAP.” Locals took to social media to express their feelings on the news.

One wrote “That is so sad and a massive blow…”

Another said: “Some of my friends had summer jobs there in the 1970’s.

I think the premises moved. It was where Tesco is now!!”

While another said: “Very sad to see this!”

Penneys has been in Rathfarnham for 47 years

‘Say no to Coercive Control’ rally held in Dun Laoghaire REBECCA RYAN

A PUBLIC rally against Coercive Control, which is now a criminal office in Ireland since 1 January 2019, was held on the East Pier in Dun Laoghaire last weekend.

Coercive Control is p syc h o l o g i ca l a b u se that can include; isolating someone from their friends and family, controlling who they speak to or where they go, monitoring their phones or emails, humiliating them or making degrad-

ing comments about them, intimidating them or making threats to harm them personally, children or pets, controlling access to money, or dictating what they wear.

The ‘Say No to Coercive Control’ rally aimed to spread the word that coercive control is now a criminal offence.

Speakers at the rally i n c l u d e d fo u n d e r o f Coercive Control Ireland, Kathrina Bentley, Frances Fitzgerald MEP, representatives from

victims groups, local councillors and members of An Garda Siochana.

Kathrina Bentley of Coercive Control Ireland: said: “Research shows the epidemic level of coercive control that is being experienced in our communities. “ We a r e w o r k i n g together to bring awareness, in order to help and support victims, starting locally here in my homes town of Dun Laoghaire.”

Speaking after the rally on Sunday, Councillor Jennifer Carroll MacNeill said that while she was out canvassing, she was struck by how many people didn’t know that coercive control was a crime.

“I spent weeks going door to door to professionals in Dun Laoghaire, doctors, pharmacists, solicitors, banks, community centres and others – places where clients or patients might allude to some kind of abuse in their lives – to give them the details of the offence, and to highlight and remind them that this behaviour was now criminal.

Abuse “I was struck by how m a ny p e o p l e k n e w exactly about the kind of abuse I was describing, but didn’t necessarily know it was a crime.

FASTNews Historical Society talk in November MOUNT Merrion Historical Society are holding their next talk in November.

The topic will be ‘George Lennon: Man of War to Man of Peace’ will be presented

by Terence O’Reilly.

Mr O’Reilly is a former artilleryman and member of staff of the Defence Forces Library.

He has published extensively in modern Irish military history.

The talk takes place November 7 at 8pm in Mount Merrion Community Centre.

Tickets are €4, students €2 and there is no charge for members.

See www.mountmerrionhistorical.com for more information.

Festive fun comes to Shankill

Attendees at the rally saying No to Coercive Control, with a wave, Cllr Jennifer Carrol MacNeill (red coat) Kathrina Bentley (black coat, green placard). Picture: Paul Sherwood

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I was struck by how many people knew exactly about the kind of abuse I was describing, but didn’t necessarily know it was a crime

“So, I hope our campaign had some impact and if it provides support or validation to even one victim, then we will have made an impact.”

Ireland is only the third jurisdiction in the world to introduce this as a criminal offence.

If you were affected by any of the issues raised

in this article, please contact Women’s Aid 24hr National Freephone Helpline 1800 341 900.

You can also visit www. safeireland.ie

GET out your diary as the date of the annual Christmas in Shankill Village event has been announced.

The festive event run annually by all local Shankill businesses in coordination with Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council, will be held on November 24 from 1pm to 6pm.

An estimated 3,000 people are expected to be at this event which includes numerous stalls, reptile zoo, fun fair, face painting and much more entertainment for everyone including the arrival of Santa himself.

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GALLERIES OF THE WEEK

Skye and Megan McConnon share the feeling

Enda shows his dad, Lei Jiang, how to run for fun

Aria and David Fleming make their way to the run

And they’re off! Park run fans of all ages set out on their fun run at the park. Pictures: David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile

Run-derful event was a hit with kids

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ARKRUN events have already proved a hit with grown-ups – so there was a great response from younger citizens when the Ballyogan Junior parkrun on Sunday mornings was

The run was perfect for everyone to enjoy at their own pace

Leas Cathaoirleach, Cllr Deirdre Donnelly with Sadhbh Devlin, DLR Writer in Residence

introduced recently.

As with similar runs, the 2km-long Parkrun invites children from 4 to 14 years old to come along for a fun and healthy way to enjoy exercise with friends and everyone

in attendance, with plenty of mums and dads, and even older family members, also running along to share in the fun.

For further information on a similar event near you, see www.parkrun.ie.

Cllr Donnelly with artist Cormac O Breartuin

Creative celebrations with our native language at the LexIcon

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HILDREN came together to share some fun moments in our national language at DLR LexIcon Library recently, where a Feile na nOg was being held.

Leas Cathaoirelach of Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council, Cllr Deirdre Donnelly, was in attendance for the event, saying afterwards: “It was wonderful to see so many children speaking as gaeilge.”

This was the second year for the LexIcon to host the event, with a range of writers, entertainers, musicians and artists lending their support to the great celebratory and creative cultural initiative.

Cllr Donnelly sharing a fun moment with kids at the event. Pictures: Ger Holland

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HERITAGE

The cast get some well-deserved flowers and audience applause at the end of their great show

Traveller ladies wow with High Society theatre REBECCA RYAN

SOUTHSIDE Travellers Action Group have received high praise for their performance at the DLR LexIcon Library.

Glimpses of High Society was part of Dun LaoghaireRathdown County Council’s Festival of Inclusion, and was performed by Traveller ladies who had never performed before.

Set in a rundown hotel toilet at a wedding, with the mirror as the audience, the play aimed to enhance the public understanding of Traveller life.

Retired community garda Pat Cullen was a special guest at the show, and told Dublin Gazette the performances were top notch and very humorous too.

He said: “I think myself that everyone played ‘out of their skins’, for sure. They were all amazing!

“The humour and quick turn of phrase seemed just so natural, and these women had no previous experience of acting or performing.

“The characters – Bridie, Caoimhe, Kitty, Maggie T, Charleen, Geraldine, Nan, Elizabeth, Stephanie and Little Margaret – stepping in from time to time to explain the Gammon/Cant, their own language, just flowed like it was an everyday occurrence.

“If this performance was to be put on again, I would be first in the queue to put my money down. Congratulations to everyone involved,” said Pat. Geraldine Dunne, director of the Southside Travellers Action Group, told Dublin Gazette that the feedback has been so positive that they will put on the play again in a few months’ time.

She said: “The play was amazing and the staff did a great job in performing what are difficult topics in a natural and humorous way. I am very proud of all involved!

“The theatre was full to capacity, with some people standing and others having to be turned away.

“We are hoping to repeat the performance in the coming months due to high demand.”

CULTURE: IMPRESSIVE WORKS WILL ALSO HELP OTHER PEOPLE

Homeless artist set to stage major exhibition REBECCA RYAN

A HOMELESS artist will be making a donation to Focus Ireland from each of his paintings at his upcoming exhibition.

David Ryan will be showcasing his Vacant Spaces exhibition in an empty cafe unit at Nutgrove Shopping centre from today, Thursday, October 24, that will be officially opened by broadcaster and rugby pundit Brent Pope.

David was born in Dublin in 1986. He began painting from a very young age and had his first exhibition in Dun Laoghaire at the age of 19.

He trained as an electrical apprentice and in other trades in the construction industry.

However, in his late 20s, David discovered Grangegorman – a then derelict site in Dublin, now demolished with student accommodation being built – and was introduced to various sub-culture groups which were active in Dublin.

Since then, he has based his paintings on squat houses that he has visited around Dublin.

Speaking to Dublin Gazette, David said he is interested to show the public through his work what it is like to live in a squat.

He said: “I based them on this theme, as this is what I see every day. This is my life, and it is nice to

One of artist David Ryan’s (right) great paintings, entitled, Rose, Petra and Myself

make a record of my journey.

“All of the works have a story that have happened to me. I’m able to show the public what it is like to live in a squat house.”

David told Dublin Gazette how the Nutgrove event came about, and how much he is looking forward to it.

He said: “I can’t wait to see the work hanging in a different setting. I met Denise Donnelly [from The Doorway Gallery] at my squat house in Dublin two months ago, and I really wanted to keep the paint-

ings together as a series.

“When I sent my email of submission out to all the galleries, I found it very hard to find a gallery that would make a donation to Focus Ireland.

“That is one of the reasons why I decided to commit to The Doorway Gallery. Denise was keen to make the donation, and it wasn’t an issue at all.”

Praising the exhibition, Focus Ireland chief executive Pat Dennigan told Dublin Gazette: “We couldn’t support people experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness without

generous help from people like David, as well as The Doorway Gallery team, who take the initiative to help support the 10,338 people officially homeless, as well as the many hidden homeless, around Ireland.

“Best of luck to David and all those from The Doorway Gallery who are involved in the exhibition from the team at Focus Ireland!”

Vacant Spaces, by David Ryan, runs from October 24 to November 3 at Nutgrove Shopping Centre,

with the October 24 opening night running from 7 to 9pm.

David’s work can be bought through The Doorway Gallery after the festival is over, with a donation from each painting going to Focus Ireland.

For further information, see www.thedoorwaygallery.com/exhibitions/.

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TRANSPORT: “IF WE’VE WAITED ON A TRAM, JUST TAKE US THERE!”

FASTNews

Photo taken by a commuter, Sean (see story) of the crowded Sandyford Luas platform last Tuesday evening after what he claimed were two Brides Glen-bound trams in a row terminating without warning at the stop, frustrating commuters

Schools get behind annual Bin It! push

Luas commuters call for action over Green Line stop frustrations FROM PAGE 1

“Without any explanation it ended its journey at Sandyford, leaving everyone to get off and wait – but everyone from the other, earlier Luas had also

just been dumped there!

“There were now hundreds of people all turfed out at the Sandyford stop.

But what chance did any of them have of getting on the next Brides Glen tram, which would also have

been packed [by Sandyford]? I only had one stop to go, so I just walked the rest of the way home to Central Park – but the Luas platforms there were also jammed, with noticeably many more people waiting than usual, even for rush hour.”

He added: “I’m really annoyed – this happens again and again and again, with commuters who’ve waited specifically for Brides Glen trams getting turfed out at Sandyford without any warning.

“There’d be murder if Dublin Bus or the DART regularly dumped passengers out at stops, so why do [Luas operators] TransDev think it’s okay to treat commuters going beyond Sandyford like this, especially as lousy Winter weather looms?

“If we’ve waited and hopped on a tram to go somewhere, then just take us there, without dumping us all out somewhere because it’s not convenient for them – but what about us passengers? I don’t think that’s too bloody much to ask!”

Dublin Gazette contacted Transdev who said: “The Green Line timetable is optimised to provide the best service to the maximum number of people at all times - from Broom-

bridge to Brides Glen.

“On occasion, there may be service disruptions which can have a knock-on effect for the frequency on the entire Line.

“In such incidents, Luas Central Control Staff work to return the service to normal and to minimise the impact on the majority of customers by diverting trams in the city centre and at Sandyford.

from the city centre.

“I can only imagine the stress and anxiety it must cause to passengers, wondering if they will reach their destination or if they will be asked to alight in Sandyford, several stops away.

“Our Government really need to take public transport seriously as it is the only way we can encourage people out of their

“There are occasions when passengers have to alight at Sandyford, in order to facilitate the movement of passengers across the whole line and to return the service to normal as quickly as possible.”

Cillr Lettie Mc Carthy is calling on the Minister for Transport to “investigate this practice immediately” and to assure passengers that this practice will stop.

“It sounds like Transdev are sending a message to passengers wishing to travel to Brides Glen that their needs are of lesser importance than passengers wishing to travel

cars.

“I am calling on the Minister of Transport to investigate this practice immediately and assure passengers that this practice will cease.

“As development progresses in Cherrywood, public transport demands will increase and it is very worrying to learn the Luas system is experiencing difficulties coping with the current demand.”

Minister for Transport Shane Ross said: “We will encourage Transdev to ensure that this will happen as seldom as possible in the future as this is an inconvenience for some passengers.”

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There’d be murder if Dublin Bus or the DART regularly dumped passengers out at stops

TWO southside schools are taking part in a new campaign aimed at tackling litter.

The 13th annual nationwide Bin It! education campaign started recently with visits to Ballinteer Community School and Stepaside Educate Together Secondary School (pictured above).

Bin It! features an actor-led workshop which a theatre-in-education session that encourages students to dispose of gum litter, and litter in general, in a responsible manner.

Since the campaign began back in 2006, almost 60,000 students have taken part in the educational school tour. For further information, see www. biniteducation.com.

Kilternan greenway plan praised DLRCC wins a top award for housing For tickets, call the box office at 089 239 1498, or book online at www.stillorganplayers.com.

A GREENWAY from Kilternan Village to Powerscourt Estate for pedestrians and cyclists is being proposed.

The motion was put forward to the council earlier this month by Cllr Michael Fleming (Ind).

He told Dublin Gazette that he believes the greenway would be beneficial to both the community and local businesses.

He said: “This greenway would link up with The Wicklow Way and therefore join both counties through a local amenity.

“I believe this proposed local amenity would enhance our community and also give a boost to local businesses through tourism.”

Witness a thrilling play NOT to be missed, Stillorgan Players are putting on their Autumn production.

Witness for the Prosecution, by Agatha Christie, will be performed nightly at 8pm at The Parish Centre, St Brigid’s Church Road from tonight (Thursday, October 24) until this Saturday.

DUN Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, George’s Place has won the national award for Best Housing Families at the Irish Council for Social Housing (ICSH) Community Housing awards 2019.

The awards celebrate excellence within the social housing sector, showcasing housing quality, innovation and partnership among housing associations.

Speaking at the 2019 Community Housing Awards, Dr Donal McManus, chief executive of the ICSH, said: “Judges praised George’s Place for its attractive design and its use of a brownfield site of an old council depot, creating a new streetscape and homes for 12 families.

“It really is an excellent example of urban design and showcases how family housing can be provided in an urban area in a way that maximises the use of limited land.”

Broadcaster Brendan Courtney presented the awards.

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GALLERIES OF THE WEEK

Rory & Emma Finnie with kids Harrison, Zoe and Izzy and grandmother Rosaleen Gibson, all from Ballybrack.

Aisling Bridgeman, Zack, Scott & Aoife Jungmann and Mick Burke, all from Killiney. Pictures: Peter Cavanagh

Rainy day fails to dampen Family Run Fun

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Participants line up for the annual Core Credit Union / dlr Community 5K Family Fun Run.

HE Core Credit Union dlr Community 5K returned for its 11th year in full force with over a thousand participants walking, jogging or rolling the 5km scenic route around Kilbogget Park.

The Core Credit Union dlr Community 5K was organised by dlr Sports Partnership and a range of local agencies and clubs who were delighted

to once again have the local Credit Union as title sponsor.

Shane McArdle, Coordinator with dlr Sports Partnership, said “We expanded the event this year to include fun family activities at 1pm prior to the 5k start time at 2pm. The turnout was excellent despite the rainy conditions with participants soaking in the elements.

Niamh & Sean Kinsella with kids Elsie, Evan, Emilia and Ríon

Youngsters cross the finish line at the end of the cycle race

Families enjoy the fun run despite the rain

Julia O’Conaill, Kasia Davis, Eva Gallagher and Lucca Maher and (above) Gary Moore (centre) with Jason and Sebastian Johnston-Moore

Aileen & Darren Burke from Killiney with kids Harry, Rose and Adam

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GALLERIES OF THE WEEK

The pupils were excited for the evening of song and fun ahead

Christy Mahon and Patsy Mooney of the Glencullen Men’s Shed Choir and Sarah Fenson, Emma Kealy, Jasmine Ryan, Daisy Colbert and Sophia O’Connor, Sixth Class, Our Lady of the Wayside National School, Kilternan. Pictures: Peter Cavanagh

Generations of music for Glencullen

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HILDREN and seniors made some wonderful music together at the recent launch of Dun LaoghaireRathdown County Council’s Music Generation department’s collaboration with Glencullen Men’s Shed and Dublin South FM. The project was undertaken to record the music, stories and memories of the people of Glencullen, with the participation of the

children from the local primary school and Glencullen Men’s Shed Choir at Glencullen Community Hall, Dublin 18 seeing a great mix of the citizens of the area from different generations creating something for everyone to enjoy.

The imaginative recording proved a hit with everyone, and for the special guests in attendance, too.

Aileen Eglington, Dun Laoghaire Rathdown Chamber of Commerce; Brenda Carson, principal, Our Lady of the Wayside National School; An Cathaoirleach of Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council, Shay Brennan; Jenny O’Connor, Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council and Paul Mahon, Kilternan School of Music

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WAKING UP TO THE REALITIES OF CLIMATE CHANGE

Food sustainability could help end global hunger PADRAIG CONLON

WELL-KNOWN cookery author, Roz Purcell was one of the speakers at a recent event about the importance of food sustainability and its role in ending global hunger.

Right now, 842 million people worldwide are hungry, more than the entire population of Europe, with 827 million of these living in developing countries.

World Vision Ireland, a child-centred overseas aid agency, is encouraging sustainable food consumption, so people can play a local part in ending a global problem.

Despite significant progress made in recent decades, global hunger has regressed to levels last seen over a decade ago.

Ongoing conflict, climate change and rising food prices are circumstances outside of parents’ control and yet, these are the primary reasons why it is becoming harder and harder for parents to feed their children in many countries across the world.

A recent cooking and information evening, called ‘Bring to the Table’

was run by World Vision Ireland and held at the Smock Alley Theatre.

It focused on food sustainability and nutrition concerns with an expert panel over a unique, threecourse dinner.

Each course was prepared using ingredients available in either a developing country, a refugee camp, or made with sustainable Irish foods.

The expert panel included sustainability chef Conor Spacey; cookery author, Roz Purcell; immigrant activist, Ellie Kisyombe; Zimbabwean farmer, Elizabeth Gwewo; and World Vision Ireland’s Programmes Director, Maurice Sadlier.

“It was amazing seeing so many people talking about food sustainability in one room,” Roz Purcell said following the event.

“I think people are really waking up to the realities of climate change.

“Its devastating environmental impacts include crop failure, food shortages, drought and displaced communities.

“I’m thrilled to be able to talk about an issue I’m really passionate about, and to look at positive solutions we can all make in our daily

PICTURED with Roz Purcell are speakers, from left, Maurice Sadlier, World Vision Ireland, Elizabeth Gwewo, a small holder farmer in the Guruve District Zimbabwe, Conor Spacey, Foodspace and Chiefs Manifesto, Ellie Kisyombe, Our Table, and Rumbidzai Mtetwa, World Vision Zimbabwe. Picture: Stedman Photography

cooking routines, to improve our food sustainability.”

Also speaking following the event, Conor Spacey said: “It’s not just about giving a community food for an indefinite amount of time.

“It’s about encouraging sustainable food growth, cooking and teaching. Sustainable development has positive environmental and economic effects, with better consumption and production alignment.

“It also has a positive human impact. If implemented correctly

on an international scale, it means that no parent will have to see their children go to bed at night, hungry.”

The ‘Bring to the Table’ event was a part of the Irish Aid public engagement work.

World Vision Ireland’s HungerFree campaign is supported by Irish Aid. It will run until the end of October, focusing on food sustainability and global hunger.

For more information, follow World Vision Ireland on Twitter - @ WorldVisionIre

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ENTERTAINMENT

WELL WORTH WATCHING OUT FOR

CINEMA | UNNECESSARY SEQUEL TO THE SMASH-HIT 2014 FILM

Overcooked sequel is missing the magic SHANE DILLON

I HAD a film review in the bag from Dublin, but for an exotic change here’s one filed all the way from a holiday in London instead, where a certain blockbuster sequel has winged its way to Leicester Square.

And a holiday (from reality) somewhere truly exotic (a dark fantasy land) is once again the order of the day for Maleficent: Mistress of Evil (Cert 12A, 119 mins), the somewhat unnecessary sequel to the smash-hit 2014 film.

While it won’t surprise anyone that the Hollywood bean counters have delivered a slightly tardy sequel, the film’s approach is something that won’t please everyone.

Much as with the eponymous first film, human relationships and emotion, filtered through an otherworldly being’s frame of reference, are at the heart of Mal 2 (a title shortcut I trust you’ll forgive).

Now fully grown up, the human princess Aurora (Elle Fanning) plans to marry her true love, Philip (Henry Dickinson), and needs but her fairy godmother Maleficent’s (Angelina Jolie) blessing and support to get her own fairytale ending.

Fat chance of that, however, as the same tensions between the human and fairy world that underpinned the first film are very much at the heart of this film.

Indeed, a bitter falling out between Maleficent and the prince’s wary parents soon has the mutual intense distrust

held by the human and magical realms for each other spiralling out of control.

In short, war beckons - a war that, this time, fairies and even Maleficent herself can’t overcome.

As the Mal 2 trailers - again giving away too much - have revealed, Maleficent soon dis-

Angelina Jolie is back in this follow-up, Maleficent: Mistress of Evil

covers other creatures similar to herself who hint at a greater destiny than even she had expected.

The stakes couldn’t be any higher, with war between the realms, a dark destiny to discover, and Aurora’s future happiness at stake...

That’s a good chunk of the film’s plot to chuck in; more than I’d prefer, but the trailers, ah, the trailers...

There’s a lot more than this to take in, but it’s too much, frankly, for what should have stayed a relatively simple tale about Maleficent’s growth as a character, or deeper development.

Instead, there’s a reliance on ugly CG violence and battles that detract, sometimes confusingly, from the core narrative at the heart of the film.

As Maleficent, Jodie is again great, and there’s some pretty solid support work here across the board.

However, bored is what you could be, because this dark, muddled mess isn’t quite worth getting in a flap over.

Despite the cast’s best efforts, this overcooked sequel is just missing the magic of the first film, and isn’t fairy well done....

Verdict: 5/10

DEATH | ROBERT FOSTER

A charismatic actor able to play light and dark with equal skill SHANE DILLON

WHETHER exuding an everyman decency or with occasional moves into darker roles, the late Robert Foster (July 13, 1941 – October 11, 2019) proved an ever reliable actors-actor for a huge range of directors to turn to.

Popping up in everything from Breaking Bad to Twin Peaks on the small screen, to regular appearances in critically panned and critically acclaimed titles, Foster’s increasingly weathered face had a natural charm and charisma.

Successes in the 1960s and 1970s never quite materialised into the leading man roles he might have expected, with a key role in Disney’s The Black Hole (1979) marking the start of an era marked with forgettable B-movie fare.

However, the mid to late 1990s proved kinder to Foster, with Quentin Tarantino’s Jackie

Brown (1997) putting him firmly back on the map.

From then on, Foster popped up in a steady stream of films and roles which drew audience or critical acclaim, and often both.

His hangdog face and charismatic persona saw several directors turn to him when they needed a striking character actor with a dash of gravitas, with Foster proving a regular in David Lynch’s projects.

A recent lead role in Lynch’s Twin Peaks: The Return brought him to new audiences, with his final role proving to be in the just released El Camino: A Breaking Bad Movie, which was released on the day of his death.

The living battle a range of issues, while Robbie reaches his final end WHAT’S next for the residents of our favourite Dublin suburb? Our special preview will give you some of the highlights and low points that’ll hit Carrigstown this week ...

PAUL discovers that Hughie is drinking again, with him and Barry closing down McCoys for the day so they can talk Hughie out of his stupor.

Barry accuses Paul of cheating Hughie out of McCoys.

When Hughie wakes from his drunken slumber, Barry sees just how worn down he is. Hughie is appalled when Barry reminds him of his deal with Paul.

Katy agrees to meet Ciaran, on condition he let Rose go, while Eoghan waits for news.

Katy sneaks out to meet Ciaran but Tessa finds out about the plan and insists on going with her. Katy and Tessa arrive at the squat – but Ciaran draws a weapon on the women.

Yates and Eoghan realise Tessa didn’t pick up Fionn from a Halloween party, while at the squat, Katy tricks Ciaran into putting down the knife.

Tessa manages to grab the knife, but Ciaran overpowers her, with Rose managing to escape.

Katy comes up with a plan to escape, with Tessa putting

the plan into action. Katy persuades Tessa to tell Ciaran what he wants to hear, but Tessa is unable to go through with it.

Carol hides her dire financial situation but Ray notices her stress, especially when she shows no interest in the arrival of Robbie’s ashes.

Eventually, she tells Nora the financial problems Robbie has left behind. Carol and Nora make their final plans for Robbie, and Carol discloses where Robbie wanted his ashes scattered.

Watch Fair City on RTE One on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

Nora manages to scatter Robbie’s ashes, despite her grief

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SOME OF THE THINGS THAT CAUGHT OUR EYE THIS WEEK...

Spookily good fun

answer ‘rude’ maths question

A 10-year-old girl has been praised for how she handled an ‘offensive’ maths question.

Rhythm Pacheco was working on her maths homework when she came across a question where she was shown the weight of three students. She was asked to find out how much heavier Isabel weighted compared to Sue. Rhythm wrote on the paper: “What!!!!

This is offensive! Sorry I won’t right (write), this is rood (rude).”

Her mum saw her homework and posted it online proudly which received a huge response praising the student.

The pupil from Utah told Today.com that she was initially worried about how her teacher would react.

In a letter to her teacher, she said: “I don’t want to be rude, but I don’t think that math problem was very nice because that’s judging people’s weight.

Also, the reason I did not do the sentence is because I just don’t think that’s nice. Love Rhythm,” she said.

People loved Rhythm’s response.

Her concern that the question could be damaging to young girls who may already feel insecure about their bodies flooded her parents with pride.

“Rhythm’s dad and I were extremely proud of Rhythm for listening to her gut instincts and standing up for what is right,” said Naomi.

“Rhythm’s teacher was so responsive and handled the situation with such care. She told her she understands how she would be upset about this and that she didn’t have to write out the answer.”

Others were quick to praise the youngster, with one writing on Facebook : “Way to go Rhythm! Love how strong of a person you are at a young age. This will serve you well in life.”

PICTURE shows Nathan McCabe (Cabra; Eric Moore (Rialto) and Fiadh Mae Walsh (Phibsboro) as ghostly Victorian children in St Patrick’s Park to launch the Bram Stoker Festival. Bram Stoker Festival celebrates the supernatural, the thrill of Samhain and the legacy of one of Ireland’s most treasured authors this October Bank Holiday Weekend. The four-day festival starts on October 25. www.bramstokerfestival.com Pictures: JULIEN BEHAL PHOTOGRAPHY

Damn girl, are you the Angelus?

Because I’d like you to give me a bell sometime.

I’m at an open mic and a guy after making a graphic sex joke said “sorry mum” and then a quiet, slightly disappointed voice at the back sighed and said “...its okay” @meladoodle

DOCTORS have taken part in a very delicate operation to remove a tweezers from inside a man’s penis.

The 22-year-old patient, who has not been named, presented himself to a clinic in Saudi Arabia and told doctors that he inserted the foreign objects into his urethra four years ago.

He claimed he did not suffer any pain and has been able to pass urine normally since X-rays showed a metal forceps

approximately 8 centimetres length in the anterior urethra.

To stop any damage to the urethra, doctors applied pressure on either side of the penis to keep the tweezers closed while squeezing them out from the base of the shaft.

The doctors said the procedure was a success: “At the end of the procedure, no urethral catheter was inserted, the patient voided well and went home post procedure.

DOG OF THE WEEK DUBLIN Gazette Newspapers has teamed up with Dogs Trust to help find homes for lost and abandoned dogs.

This week’s dog of the week is Petra, a stunning six-year-old female husky who gave birth to a litter of beautiful puppies in the Dogs Trust Rehoming Centre and was a great mum.

She has waved her puppies off to their loving new homes and now it’s this stunning dog’s turn to find hers.

Petra can be very affectionate and adores cuddles. She will need some help in keeping all four paws on the ground though, because she can be quite bouncy!

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Man had tweezers stuck in his penis

Petra can be nervous around men, so any introductions will have to be done slowly. She is looking for adopters that are home for a lot of the day, as she can find being on her own quite worrying.

If you have room in your heart and home for Petra 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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“The patient was recommended to undergo a psychiatric evaluation but he refused.

The patient did not follow up with the outpatient department.”

In their report, doctors said the most common reason for self-insertion is sexual gratification.

They added that they patients often don’t ask for medical help as they feel guilty and humiliated.

Pope accidentally tags NFL team in tweet An NFL team were delighted to get a message of support off the Pope ahead of a big match this month.

Pope Francis’s account accidentally tweeted support for the New Orleans Saints, and the team went on to win their Sunday game with the Jacksonville Jaguars.

The Pope meant to tell his followers to give thanks for the new saints, who were being canonised in a ceremony in the Vatican on Sunday, 14th October, but Twitter took his “#Saints” message and automatically added the team’s logo.

His message added: “They walked by faith and now we invoke their intercession.”

The tweet went viral, with many people in the US noticing the Pontiff’s apparent blessing of the Louisiana team.

The Saints, who won their game 13-6, thanked the Vatican for the support after the game.

“Couldn’t lose after this. #Blessed and highly favored,” the team tweeted.

Pope Francis is yet to respond to the jokes but were sure he has taken it all in good faith.

BITS & BOBS Please help.

My husband just started running. He runs in jeans. With a belt. I don’t have anyone I can talk to about this. I am so alone. @TrondyNewman

Dear Slim, I wrote you but you still aint callin, wont be able to chat next week, we’re heading to Trabolgan @Stephenlough95

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HOME & STYLE

FRESH IDEAS FOR YOUR HOME AND WARDROBE

NEW KIDS ON THE BLOCK

Get Saturday night glam with the new Una Edit from Littlewoods Ireland LITTLEWOODS IRELAND have teamed up with Irish singer-songwriter Una Healy to unveil a capsule collection of eight Autumn/Winter 2019 looks featuring own brand V by Very, as well as a selection of high-street favourites. #TheUnaEdit showcases a snapshot of Una’s curated looks perfect to layer up or down leading into Autumn/Winter.

Una has handpicked styles from the seasons key fabrics and textures that will inject a flavour of colourful excitement into Autumnal palettes with a blend of rich jewel tones including velvet emerald green, burgundy corduroy and metal-

lic teal.

Commenting on the edit, Una said: “I am delighted to have launched my edit with Littlewoods Ireland. I have always loved fashion so it’s amazing to have my own capsule collection that reflects my style.

“All of the pieces are so versatile so there is something for everyone whether you want to look smart out shopping with the kids or on a glam night out. I love high street brands so some of my favourites are featured too including V by Very, River Island, Warehouse and Oasis.”

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 Rachel D’Arcy, Style Editor A NEW RANGE OF KIDS CLOTHING has just been launched by Dubliner Kim Berg, using ethically sourced fabrics, all designed at her home in Sandymount.

Fancy Fawn has been in the works for over two years, and aims to encourage parents to buy ethically sourced clothing for children

made from quality, durable fabrics that will last long enough to be handed down.

“I have always been a creative type, always sketching and drawing, and since I had my first child five years ago, the idea of launching my own children’s fashion label has been a dream of mine. I wanted the clothes to be responsibly made, with low waste, so any leftover material is made into matching hair scrunchies which can be bought on the website for €6.00 each,” says Kim. “I want to encourage people to buy clothes that are sustainably sourced, long lasting pieces, without compromising on style and quality. I have also been very hands on when it comes to production. I worked with a team that specialises in fashion start-ups. These clothes are ethically made with oeko-tex certified fabrics that will endure the wear and tear, slow fashion so to speak, that will take kids from playground to party.”

The new range consists of eight dresses and a gender-neutral black sweater, with the age range going from 18 months up to eight years.

The clothing is delivered in eco-friendly, biodegradable packaging also The collection is available at www.fancyfawn. ie, with prices ranging from €5 for a scrunchie to €25 for the sweater, and €35 for the dresses.

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A GUIDE TO TEMPTING FARE RECIPE

McVitie’s and Tesco team up to help Temple Street

Horribly delicious mini cakes

HALLOWEEN is creeping up on us, and with pumpkins galore in the supermarkets, here is a festive Pumpkin Mini Cakes recipe (to serve six) to sink your teeth into.

Catherine Fulvio’s Halloween Pumpkin Mini Cakes are soft and fluffy in the inside, with a decadent festive topping to impress all your spooky guests.

There’re no tricks here, just a treat!

Ingredients For the cake sponge • 100g Siucra Rich Dark Sugar • 120g unsalted butter, softened • 2 eggs • 150g self-raising flour • 70g dark chocolate, melted • 3 tbsp milk For the filling

• 120g butter • 200g Siucra Icing Sugar

• 4 tbsp cocoa powder • Quarter tsp ground cinnamon • 1 orange, zest only

Siucra Roll Out Icing, for the stems and leaves of the pumpkins • Orange colouring • Gold shimmer dust (optional) • Materials – mini bundt baking tray Preparation • Preheat the oven to 180C/Fan160C/Gas mark 4. Make sure the mini bundt cake tray is well greased.

• To make the cupcakes, cream the Siucra Rich Dark Sugar and butter until pale and fluffy. Whisk in the eggs.

• Fold in the flour, melted chocolate and milk to form a batter.

• Spoon the mixture into the tray and bake for about 8 to 11 minutes until

HERE’S a great opportunity to buy yourself a pack of biscuits guilt-free, as Tesco Ireland and McVitie’s are teaming up to help Temple Street.

Both brands will donate 10 cent to the hospital for every pack of McVitie’s biscuits sold in Tesco stores and online over the next few weeks,

cooked (when a skewer is inserted in and it comes out clean).

• Allow them to cool in the tin for 10 minutes before turning them out onto a rack to cool completely before sandwiching them together.

• To make the butter cream, cream the butter, Siucra Icing Sugar, cocoa powder, cinnamon and orange zest together until smooth and light.

• To assemble, when the cakes are cold, to form a “pumpkin”, sandwich the bases of two mini cakes together with the buttercream.

• Knead an orange colour paste into the Siucra Roll Out Icing Sugar. Shape out six pumpkin stems and leaves to decorate the cakes.

• Place on the ‘pumpkins’ and dust with golden shimmer.

• Serve and enjoy!

Happy to be a blue brand’s ambassador NOUGHTIES pop sensation Duncan James, from boyband Blue, was in Dublin earlier this month to launch Innocent’s new blue juice.

The ambassador for the drinks company unveiled a statue of himself on South King Street to promote the launch.

The Innocent Plus range is

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made with fruit and vegetables, is high in vitamins and counts as one of your ‘five a day’.

Bolt From The Blue is made from apple, guava, coconut water and a dash of spirulina, which gives the drink its signature blue colour, with Duncan from Blue delighted to be chosen as its ambassador (right).

until November 12.

The money raised will help Temple Street to purchase eight new beds and mattresses for a vital new ward, which consists of eight isolation rooms for treating Temple Street’s most vulnerable patients.

Emma Barrett, of Temple Street Foundation, said:

“We’re so grateful to Tesco Ireland and McVitie’s for their support.

“Every pack sold will play its part in helping us to continue to provide lifesaving treatment and facilities for sick children in Ireland.”

Temple Street has been Tesco Ireland’s charity partner since October 2014 and, to date, Tesco Ireland has raised €4.5 million in aid of the brave little heroes of Temple Street.

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MOTORS

WHAT’S NEW IN THE WORLD OF TRANSPORT

The CR-V Hybrid offers a remarkable range of features, alongside notable style and power

Honda hybrid Audi RS 4 Avant sees is a great blend an impressive update of power, style front and rear and a rear view camera.

Other features include leather multi-function steering wheel, Honda CONNECT (featuring Garmin Navigation, 7” touchscreen, DAB radio, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, internet radio, Aha app integration and internet browsing), and an auto-dimming rear view

while the standard dual rack and pinion electric AN ALL-NEW version of power steering allows the ‘World’s Best-Selling for precise responses to SUV’, the Honda CR-V, steering inputs. was launched on to the Capable of a top speed Irish market in 2018, and of 180km/h, the petcomprises a petrol-only rol/electric powertrain engine, or a petrol/elechas the ability to sprint tric Hybrid version. from 0-100km/h in just There are four variants 9.2-seconds (or in as little in the new CR-V Hybrid as 8.8-seconds in 2WD model line-up – Comguise). fort, Lifestyle, Fuel consumpElegance, and tion as low as Executive.

5.5l/100km All models (51.4mpg) is pos(except the rangesible on a comtopping Execubined fuel econtive model) are omy cycle, with available with a this dropping to 2WD drivetrain, an even more with 4WD availimpressive figure able in all but the of 5.3l/100km entry-level Com(53.3mpg) for the 1) ‘World’s Best-Selling SUV’ fort model, with a 2WD drivetrain.

2) Petrol-electric powertrain technologicallyIn most urban 3) Honda sensing as standard advanced e-CVT driving situa4) 2WD or 4WD (model dependent) transmission tions, the CR-V 5) On sale now standard across Hybrid will shufthe entire CR-V f le between Hybrid range. mirror – and muc h more.

Hybrid Drive and EV My review car was Producing 181bhp Drive for optimum effia Honda CR-V 2.0-litre (184PS) and a healthy ciency.

Hybrid i-MMD 184PS 315Nm of torque, my Pricing for the new 4WD e-CVT. review car performed Honda CR-V Hybrid Key standard equip- admirably on a variety of starts at €38,000 (exment includes 18” alloy road surfaces. delivery), with my review wheels, rain-sensing With Multi-Link sus- car specification priced at windscreen wipers, elec- pension up front, and €49,500. Annual road tax trically operated and MacPherson struts at for the CR-V Hybrid 2WD folding exterior mirrors, the rear, the car felt con- is just €200, with the dual automatic climate fident, composed and 4WD drivetrain seeing an control, parking sensors agile in equal measure, annual road tax of €270.

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FACT BOX

AUDI Sport GmbH has fine-tuned many details of the RS 4 Avant, which was newly introduced in September, 2017.

The newly-designed front section and the sporty interior, with the new MMI touch operating system, underlines the athletic aspirations of the successful model, which has a legendary line of ancestors.

The high-torque twin-turbo V6 with a power output of 450 bhp applies an impressive 600Nm of torque to the crankshaft in a broad engine speed range, from 1,900 to 5,000 rpm.

The front section of the new RS 4 Avant has been completely redesigned, differing considerably from the A4 Avant, with the Singleframe wider and flatter compared to the base model. The RS 4 Avant also comes with 20-inch Audi Sport wheels as standard.

The shape of the LED headlights of the RS 4 Avant has also been

redesigned; the optional matrix LED headlights, with darkened bezels, complete the revised appearance of the high-performance Avant and differentiate it within the A4 family.

The wheel arches, with the quattro blisters located above, are 30 millimetres wider at the front and back compared to the Audi A4 Avant.

Gloss black design elements positioned right next to the headlights underline the width of the new RS 4 Avant.

With the 2.9 TFSI twin-turbo V6, Audi Sport GmbH is building on the legendary 2.7 litre V6 of the first RS 4 Avant from 1999, and now outputs 450 hp, which equals an output of 155.5 hp per litre.

This allows the RS 4 Avant to accelerate from zero to 100 km/h in just 4.1 seconds. The TFSI engine weighs just 182 kgs, which is 31 kgs less than the V8 engine in the predecessor model from 2012.

The twin-turbo V6 applies an

impressive 600 Nm of torque to the crankshaft in a broad engine speed range from 1,900 to 5,000 rpm.

The 10.1 inch MMI touch display is the control centre of the new operating system, located in the centre of the instrument panel and tilted slightly toward the driver.

The MMI touch display provides acoustic feedback and takes over the functions of the previous rotary pushbutton on the centre console.

The driver can use the RS monitor to call up an overview of drive system component temperatures, maximum g-forces and information regarding tire pressures and temperatures.

In the Audi virtual cockpit, special RS displays provide information on tyre pressure, torque, power output, engine oil temperature, lap timings, acceleration measurements and g-forces.

The new RS 4 Avant is available in Audi dealerships from December.

Volkswagen rolls out official 2020 offers strategy

VOLKSWAGEN Commercial Vehicles has launched its 2020 offers strategy, offering 0% HP on specific models across the range, along with an upgrade bonus of up to €4,000.

On top of these marketleading offers the brand also has its own lease prod-

uct where customers can pay a monthly lease with no deposit, starting from €248 per month.

The brand is the only Irish manufacturer to offer a commercial PCP solution which will guarantee the residual value of a vehicle after 36 months of use.

Service and maintenance are also available, from €18.99 per month, with the brand’s newly launched service plans.

The brand enters 2020

with a target of further growth following a record year in 2019, with The Caddy currently Ireland best-selling commercial vehicle.

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TRAVEL

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IT’S OFF TO A GREAT CHRISTMASSY HOLIDAY YOU’LL GO

Spook-tacular fireworks will light up Enniskillen skies

Happy halloween fun for all visitors to Fermanagh WITH Halloween just around the corner, there are some horribly good deals and events taking place all around the country.

So, why not take your boys and ghouls, or even just yourself, out of the city and head north, to fabulous Fermanagh?

After all, you could soon be there in two shakes of a witch’s broom, with a range of attractions across the region laying on some frightfully good events for daytrippers or tourists visiting the region. Here are some of our favourites, and no bones about it...

Enniskillen Castle (above) promises some otherworldly entertainment on October 31 as it marks half a century since man first set foot on the moon with a Space Age Halloween fireworks display due to light up the night skies.

Taking place in Broadmeadow, Enniskillen from 6pm and featuring a Space Age Halloween Fancy Dress Party, lots of games and fun rides, there’ll be lots to see and enjoy until the fireworks display at 8pm, which any passing witches or astronauts will surely enjoy.

Marble Arch Caves will leave spelunkers spellbound if they visit its spook-tacular caves system, which will see some creepy characters abound at the famous caves.

If heading underground for your thrills isn’t quite for you, Florence Court will have a fun-filled family afternoon at the Hallowe’en Fest and Craft Fair on October 27.

There’ll be lots of ghostly activities on offer at the beautiful Georgian mansion, including craft stalls, spooky trails, live music and face painting.

For further information on all these events – and a wider range of places to stay with a variety of rates – just see www.fermanaghlakelands.com/ timeforfermanagh.

Dig into the wonders of Marble Arch Caves

Travel Department offers festive fun in wildly different destinations – why not visit a Dusseldorf Christmas Market, The Algarve or Lake Garda?

SHANE DILLON

Travel Editor IT’S BEGINNING to look a lot like – well, just before Hallowe’en, to be honest, but now’s the time to start looking around to book a great Christmas holiday.

Mid October can be the optimum time to bag a real bargain if you’re looking for a dream staycation, or to find a perfect Christmas break.

This week, here are a few early Christmas crackers to look out for, starting close to home before moving farther afield.

First up, and The K Club needs no introduction, with the 5-star country resort (see pics, right) set practically a bauble’s throw away in Kildare wowing all year round, not just at Christmas.

However, Christmas is arguably when The K Club is at its most magical, welcoming guests looking for an extra-special treat close to home, or those simply looking to relax away from it all.

Families are well catered

for, with a certain Mr S Claus calling to the hotel, while activities for kids will keep them entertained.

Adults, meanwhile, can expect the very best of pampering, courtesy of the resort’s award-winning spa, and much more besides.

An opulent, ultra-luxurious two-night family Christmas at The K Club starts from €995 per night, with i n te rc o n n e c t i n g family rooms for an additional €200 per night for up to two children, with all meals included for each child.

For further information, see www. kclub.ie.

H o w e v e r, i f you’re looking for a Christmas break away from Ireland, why not consider turning to Travel Department?

Its experts are well used to sending Irish holidaymakers away

to dream holidays with the best of snow and ice, or sun and sand, with Christmas breaks to cater for the coollest of getways and the warmest of welcomes.

Take to German waters for the Christmas Rhine River Cruise (CologneCologne), which

The K Club, Co Kildare

should be very enthralling. Visit Cologne, Dusseldorf, Koblenz, Strasbourg and Mainz along your cruise.

Stop in Speyer where you will have free time to explore the former imperial town or attend Christmas mass before a Christmas party onboard the ship with dinner and entertainment.

Departing December 22, this holiday is fullboard, with free time to visit various Christmas markets.

A l t e r n a tively, plump for Christmas in the Algarve departing Algarve, to Faro on December 19 for seven nights.

Visit nearby Spain where you will journey to the city of Seville to take a guided tour, visiting the Barrio de Santa Cruz, the Jewish Quarter and Maria Luisa Park.

On Christmas Eve, enjoy a festive feast at your hotel, and enjoy a sumptuous Christmas Day dinner.

This half-board, excursion-inclusive holiday is also available as a Solo Traveller option (with no single supplement) for those who wish to travel alone.

Last but not least, Lake Garda needs no introduction to Irish holidaymakers. Fly to Italy on December 20/22, and relax in the beautiful town of Riva del Garda for seven nights.

Take a trip to Venice and explore its truly vast range of historic canals, piazzas and bridges.

Spend the day in the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Verona and visit Juliet’s Balcony, and explore the cultural melting pot of Bolzano.

On Christmas Day, enjoy a festive Christmas lunch and a sumptuous candlelit Christmas dinner.

For full prices, details and conditions of these trips, see www.traveldepartment.ie or call 01 637 1600.

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This week, we look at Power of Attorney, Inheritance Tax CHALLENGE YOUR BRAIN...JUST FOR FUN! and the dangers of boredom during retirement

What is a Power of Attorney and what you need to know POWER of attorney is a legal device in Ireland that allows another specially appointed person, (the attorney) to take actions on the donor’s behalf, if he/she is absent, abroad or incapacitated through illness.

In a larger sense, power of attorney is just one of the legal arrangements that you can make during your lifetime, in the event you become incapacitated or unable to deal with your affairs.

There are two types of power of attorney allowed under Irish law: A power of attorney can be specific (limited to a particular purpose, for example, sale of your house in your absence) or general (entitling the attorney to do almost everything that you yourself could do).

For example, it may allow the attorney to take a wide range of actions on the donor’s behalf in relation to property, business, and financial affairs.

He/she may make payments from the specified accounts, make appropriate provision for any specified person’s needs, and make appropriate gifts to the donor’s relations or friends.

You do not require a solicitor to create a general power of attorney. It can be created when signed either by you, or at your direction and in the presence of a witness.

However, it is advisable to get legal advice before you sign a form appointing someone else to manage your affairs. You can appoint anyone you wish to be your attorney.

Enduring power of attorney An enduring power of attorney (EPA) also allows the attorney to make “personal care decisions” on the donor’s behalf once he/she is no longer fully mentally capable of taking decisions themselves.

Personal care decisions may include deciding where and with whom the donor will live, who he/she should see or not see and what training or rehabilitation he/she should get.

However, if the donor wants, he/she can specifically exclude any of these powers when setting up the power of attorney or can make the attorney’s powers subject to any reasonable conditions and restrictions.

You can appoint anyone you wish to be your attorney, including a spouse, civil partner, family member, friend, colleague, etc. The procedure for creating an enduring power of attorney is much more complex than that for creating a general power of attorney.

For more details, you can visit your local Citizens Information Centre, which provides a free and confidential service.

Retirees should be wary of falling into bad habits THE Retirement Planning Council of Ireland (RPCI) cautions retirees to be wary of slipping into binge drinking and overeating when they retire.

RPCI said that not having to get up the next morning, means people might have a few more drinks than they did when they were working, and it’s not just a small glass of wine, with 52% of men over 55 who drink, will binge drink.

The average worker gets back 50 hours per week in retirement. With nothing planned in retirement, people can find themselves bored and snacking away the day.

Establishing new habits when retiring is essential in helping to stay healthy into old age, and the independent body notes that enlisting in new healthy hobbies are essential, so that retirees don’t drift into unhealthy patterns that will negatively impact health and quality of life.

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Dietitian and healthy lifestyle course specialist of the RPCI, Sarah Keogh said: “With much more time on their hands, retirees can easily fall into the habit of drinking more than the recommended daily allowance and

snacking to fill up the day.

“52% of men over 55 who drink, will binge drink. The key health concern is that alcohol consumption affects sleep and regular interrupted or lack of sleep has been linked to the early onset of demen-

Overeating means extra weight and that can lead to problems with joints and mobility, as well as putting pressure on the heart

tia as you age. Overeating means extra weight and that can lead to problems with joints and mobility, as well as putting pressure on the heart.”

Another red flag to watch out for is mealtimes, which can become less structured for people in retirement. Sarah said: “Limiting snacking or making sure you get out of the house regularly is important in keeping up some of the good habits you had at work.”

The RPCI rejects the view that older adults should avoid strenuous weight training exercises and that it is better for younger age-groups. A good layer of muscle can help those suffering from brittle bones or osteoporosis, as the muscle acts as a protective layer.

A suitable programme of moderate level exercise, combining weight and aerobic training, allows people to main an active lifestyle in retirement.

Ross welcomes increase in Inheritance Tax threshold MINISTER Shane Ross, Independent TD for Dublin Rathdown has welcomed the increase in the inheritance tax threshold, announced in the recent budget.

He said: “Ireland has one of the most punitive inheritance tax regimes in the EU, and the recent increase in property prices means that many children will not be able to live in the home where they grew up.

“In the 2016 Programme for a Partnership Government, the Independent Alliance committed to increasing the inheritance tax

threshold to €500,000.

“The increase in the threshold for inheritance tax continues to be vital for my Independent Alliance colleagues and me, which we raised again this year in our budget negotiations with Finance Minister, Paschal Donohoe.

“Despite the inheritance tax being modified last year, it is still an unfair tax for parents and children alike, particularly those who live in modest homes. A substantial number of people are forced to pay often unaffordable inheritance tax bills.

“Last year, Fine Gael initially insisted that there would be no change, but the Independent Alliance managed to push through a modest, but important, increase despite that.

Last year we got a rise in the threshold from €310,000 to €320,000.

“This year after robust negotiations, there was a further increase of €15,000 bringing the threshold up to €335,000. Although this is a moderate change it is part of a progressive trend. I promise to continue to press for further increases until we reach our target.”

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CUALA DELIVER: HURLING: EXPERIENCE told for Cuala as they regained the Dublin Senior Hurling Championship after losing out in 2018, with an impressive performance against a St. Brigid’s side chasing their first title in this competition at Parnell Park on Sunday last.

Con O’Callaghan netted early for Cuala but made an exit no so long after, following a injury.

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Dublin prepares for 2020 Euro’s

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DUBLIN is gearing up for one of the biggest Sports events in Europe next Summer, with the European Transplant and Dialysis Sports Championships set to take place in the capital from August 2nd-9th 2020.

The event was launched in the Irish Kidney Association’s Renal Support Centre in Beaumont Hospital.

“I know the Irish Kidney Association and Colin White (LOC Chairman) for many years and how hard a worker he is, and his team, ”Judit Berente, President of the European Transplant and Dialysis Sports Federation told the Dublin Gazette .

“The facilities are excellent and I know the work that is being put in so I am sure that they will be a successful Championships.”

The event will allow competitors who have either received a transplant (including heart, lung, liver, kidney, pancreas or bone marrow) or who are

undergoing dialysis treatment to compete in a broad range of sports on offer.

Athletes and supporters will be staying at the games hub, Dublin City University, where many of the sports will be held, while some sports will take place in other parts of Dublin’s northside including the National Aquatic Centre, National Athletics Stadium and the Phoenix Park as well as Tallaght Community School on Dublin’s southside and Black Bush Golf Club in County Meath.

The 13 sports on offer include Athletics (various track and field), Archery, Badminton, Cycling, Darts, Golf, Petanque, Squash, Swimming, Table Tennis, Tennis, Ten Pin Bowling and Volleyball.

Irish Kidney Association project manager, Colin White is excited that the Championships are returning to Ireland for the first time in a decade.

“We are so excited to be bringing the Championships back to Dublin which will involve over 500 partici-

Giuseppe Canu, 2018 ETDSC Italy Chairman handing over the baton to Colin White, Chair, 2020 ETDSC Dublin. Picture: Conor McCabe

pants! Since we last hosted in 2010, I have worked closely with each subsequent local organising committee on behalf of the European Transplant & Dialysis Sports Federation. All of this sets us up well to deliver a memorable and impactful event. In the nine years that have followed since 2010, over 2000 people have undergone lifesav-

ing transplants in Ireland. However, the number of people on dialysis has grown by 20% since then. The Games are an important platform to showcase to the public what can be achieved when people say YES to organ donation which is reflected in the tagline #LiveLifeGiveLife.”

Visit www.etdsc2020.com for more.

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

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LUCAN SARSFIELDS KILMACUD CROKES WELL done to the Junior A laSenior 2 and Junior 1 CONGRATULATIONS to the Camogie teams who qualified for their respective Championship Finals! The Senior 2s beat Good Counsel by 5-13 to 2-6, while the Junior 1s beat St. Maurs, 5-10 to 3-8. Details on the Final TBC. Hard luck to the Minor A Footballers who lost to Thomas Davis in their Championship Quarter Final, 3-15 to 2-5. Well done to their Minor C team who beat St. Maurs, 2-12 to 2-7, and the Minor E team that beat Cuala, 5-12 to 2-6.

In Ladies Football, well done to the U18 A team who beat Na Fianna, 2-14 to 1-10. At adult level, hard luck to the Division 3 team who were well beaten by Ballinteer.

The 3rd Annual Kilmacud Crokes Gala Night returns in 2020! The event will take place on the 25th January in the Clayton Hotel Burlington Road. Full details to follow.

After their win over Clontarf in their quarter final, the senior footballers have been drawn against Thomas Davis in the semi final. Game will take place this coming Saturday October 26th at 7pm in Parnell Park. All support welcome.

Minor A Hurlers will play their Championship semi final against Vincent’s on Monday October 28th – location and time to be confirmed but will likely be in Pairc De Burca.

NAOMH OLAF SUNDAY was a huge day for everyone at Naomh Olaf celebrating Dublin’s five in-a-row as club man, David Byrne, brought Sam Maguire to the clubhouse.

A wonderful welcome awaited the Dublin Senior Footballer, hero to many of the younger players, as photographs galore were taken with Davy and Sam. Thanks to all involved in organising such a wonderful event.

The Under 16 camógs claimed Shield honours away to Round Towers, Clondalkin with a 3-7 to 1-6 Final win on Saturday. The rain held off for the duration of the game making for ideal playing conditions.

The Balally girls led by three points at half time, but Towers upped their game in the second half and were a solitary point down with less than 10 minutes to go.

Both teams rallied with the visitors scoring two timely goals in the dying minutes of the match to secure the Shield .

The Under 14 Camogie girls reached the final of Championship where they met neighbours, Stars of Erin, in Abbotstown last weekend. Although the Balally girls led at the midway mark, the Glencullen side

took hold in the second half and held out to capture honours.

In adult men’s football, the Minor team played Erin’s Isle in Finglas and came away with a decisive 5-9 to 0-6 victory in the B Championship quarter final, while at the same time in Sandyford, the Junior 3 Championship quarter final was taking place against St Jude’s with Olaf’s 2-10 to 2-6 winners.

There was no winner of last Sunday’s club lotto draw - numbers drawn were 11, 21, 24 - next week’s Jackpot will be €1200. The €30 winners were Tom & Sean, Barbara de Burca, Sarah Jane Flynn, E Tuohy and J Carrick. Don’t forget that the Draw takes place each Sunday evening - you can play online or get your tickets from the Club Bar and Sandyford House.

The boys academy continues on Saturday mornings at 10am, with the girls academy on Sundays at 11am - new children are always welcome!

The Naomh Olaf Farmers Market takes place every Friday from 8.30am until 1pm with fabulous fresh produce on offer - why not pop in and have a look!

SOCCER: YUTA SASKI BELIEVES CABO’ CAN DELIVER AWAY WIN

Cabinteely promotion hopes are very much alive LEAGUE OF IRELAND  DAVE DONNELLY

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CABINTEELY F.C. winger Yuta Sasaki insists the south Dublin side can keep their dream of promotion alive as they travel to Drogheda United on Friday night.

It’s all-square between the sides heading into the second leg at United Park, where Cabo will have no fear having won 4-1 there earlier in the season.

Marty Waters had handed the home side, competing in the playoffs for the first time, an early lead with a spectacular strike, but Drogheda captain Jake Hyland equalised late on.

Cabinteely got off to a dream start as they hit the front inside the opening five minutes courtesy of local boy Waters.

The winger latched onto a knock-down from Rob Manley - who this week was honoured on the PFAI ‘Team of the Year’; set himself, and

smashed a left-footed shot into the top corner from all of 25 yards.

It was the culmination of a blistering start from the home side and, with a surprise lead to protect, they retreated into a solid shape and looked to hit Drogheda on the break.

Drogs struggled to get a hold on the game, but a smart through ball from Sean Brennan sent Mark Doyle free for their first chance, however Stephen McGuinness narrowed the angle well to save.

The visitors dominated the ball, but the best chance of the half fell to top scorer Manley but, following good work from Keith Dalton, he blazed his shot over the bar.

The second half continued in the vein of the first and, gradually, Drogheda began to get their passing game going and created more chances.

Another Doyle break saw him skip around McGuinness and shoot from a tight angle but, this time, Jack Tuite was

Cabinteely’s Yuta Sasaki says his side can deliver away to Drogheda United.

able to get back to clear.

McGuinness was on top form to tip Doyle’s acrobatic effort over the bar before Chris Lyons rattled his right-hand post with an excellent strike.

Cabo’s resistance finally wilted 11 minutes from time, as a scrap on the edge of the box saw the ball break to Hyland, who lashed home a brilliant first-time effort.

Substitute Alex Aspil could have nicked the win for Cabo in injury time as he broke free in the box, but Luka Gratzer was out sharply to save and

ensure it’s honours even ahead of the second leg.

“We are confident and capable of beating them,” said Sasaki. “If we try our best and we get a result, it would be massive.

“All the pressure is on them now. I heard it is sold-out so a lot of people will be there, so we’re looking forward to playing in front of massive supporters.

“We have hunger and desire – we won’t give up and we will try everything to get the result over there.”

Sasaki joined Cabo

from Leinster Senior League side Cherry Orchard in the summer, having previously helped Dublin Bus reach the first round of the FAI Cup. The Chiba native, who spent time at underage level with Independiente in Paraguay and Bruchsal in Germany, has ambitions to play professionally but his first goal is promotion with Cabinteely.

“I want to go to the Premier Division with Cabinteely – that is my first goal. I want to play football at as high level as possible.”

GAZETTE’S MICK IS TOPS

DUBLIN Gazette managing Director Mick McGovern is the Badgers Glen Golf Society ‘Golfer of the Year’ for 2019.

The presentation took place at the Glenside Pub in Churchtown, who sponsored the award.

The society was established in 2003 by customHannah McGovern Mick McGovern and Keith McGovers of the well known pub. ern at presentation of Badgers Glen Golf Society Membership is open “Golfer of the Year” to Mick McGovern for 2019 season.

to all local residents and customers and at present has over 50 members (Ladies & Gents) with an average of 10 Golf outings a year across many wellknown Dublin courses.

Owners of the Glenside—The Mangan Group are hugely supportive of the Badgers Glen Golf Society and all enjoy a great nights entertain-

ment back in the Pub for presentation of prizes.

Previous award winners include Tom Fox, Maeve Ennis, Dave Richardson, Colm O’Connor, Brendan Fitzpatrick and John O’Shea (Josh).

Anyone wishing to join the Golf Society can contact The Glenside Pub on Landscape Road Churchtown.

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BASKETBALL : DBS EANNA STAY TOP IN SUPERLEAGUE AS UCD MARIAN CLOSE THE GAP DBS Éanna stay top of the Men’s Superleague despite sitting out the last round of games with a bye. Picture Sam Barnes/SPORTSFILE

UCD Marian deliver back-toback wins to move to fourth

HULA HOOPS BASKETBALL SUPERLEAGUE  DAVE DONNELLY

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DBS Éanna remain top of the pile in the Men’s Super League despite taking a rest week while UCD Marian moved up to fourth with a hard-earned victory over Maree.

Newly-promoted Éanna

have won all four of their games to date and are neckand-neck with Neptune at the top of the table.

Marian recorded back-toback wins for the first time this season to move to nine points, level with champions Tralee Warriors, who have played one game more.

The 2017/18 league winners backed up last week’s tight victory over Moycullen, with a more comfortable win in Gal-

way at Calasanctius College.

An end-to-end game saw UCD Marian take a slender three-point lead into the break and, despite Maree leading for a time in the third quarter, the visitors pulled away in the final period.

UCD were forced to call two timeouts in an attempt to stem a third-quarter flood of scores and managed to regroup, with Mike Garrow top-scoring with 23 points.

Barry Drumm rolled in with 13 points of his own, while Aidan Dunne and Mario Markowicz netted 11 apiece for a resilient Marian outfit.

“It’s always tough to come to Maree so we knew it was going to be a difficult game,” said UCD Marian coach Ioannis Liapakis.

“We controlled the first quarter and in the second they switched to a zone, which gave us some problems

but we managed to find the answers and come away with the win.”

In Women’s Division One, a thrilling encounter between Trinity Meteors and Team Tom McCarthy’s St Mary’s in Castleisland saw Meteors surrender their 100% record after overtime.

Away wins over Griffith College Templeogue and Limerick Celtics saw Meteors travel to Kerry with confidence, but

they met a St Mary’s side with a similarly flawless record.

-Meteors edged the first half and led by six points, 37-31 at the break, but the home side stormed back to level things up at 68-apiece when the buzzer sounded.

Edel Thornton and Lauren Grigsby led the scoring charts with 23 points each but it wasn’t enough as St Mary’s edged clear to win 81-76 in overtime.

Dubs deliver for Ireland U15s at Mayo Tournament UEFA U15 TOURNAMENT  DAVE DONNELLY

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ST. J O SE P H ’S BOYS defender, Luke O’Brien started as the Republic of Ireland under-15s put eight past Luxembourg to win the UEFA Development Tournament in Mayo this week.

M a l a g a ’s C a d e n McLoughlin scored a hattrick, while Adam Murphy, Kevin Zefi, Giddeon Tetteh, Adam Nugent and Sam Curtis also got on the scoresheet in an emphatic display.

Jason Donohoe’s side conceded just one goal, scoring 15, as they won three games out of three in the tournament that also featured Latvia and the Faroe Islands.

Having beaten Latvia 3-1 in their opening game in Castlebar before seeing off the Faroes 4-0 in Westport, it all came down to a winner-takes-all clash between Ireland and Luxembourg.

The hosts were 5-0 up at the break having led from the ninth minute when Murphy found the net from Tetteh’s cross.

McLoughlin grabbed his first of the game eight minutes when he found space in behind the Luxembourg defence and finished smartly with his left foot.

A mistake from Luxembourg keeper Tiago Pereira led to goal number as he dropped a corner at the feet of Zefi for a simple finish.

Tetteh added the fourth

a minute later as he broke through on goal before finishing off the post, and McLoughlin rounded the keeper shortly afterwards to complete a three-goal blitz in three minutes.

McLoughlin sealed his hat-trick early in the second half as he tapped into an empty net following another mistake by keeper Pereira.

Mayo Schoolboys League striker Nugent made it 7-0 just before the break as he lobbed the substitute keeper Margato.

And captain Curtis sealed the win with 23 minutes remaining as he capped off a fine individual performance by slotting home following good work from Mark Tansey.

Ireland are back in

action next month, as Galway is the location for a double-header of friendlies against more testing opposition in Poland.

“I thought we were very good today in the first half and Luxembourg couldn’t live with our intensity,” said Donohoe.

“Tactically the team got it right. I think the lads really responded to the week. It’s a good learning environment here and by the third game they knew what was expected of them they really put on a show.

“Our identity as a football nation is coming from all the international managers sitting down once a month, and going through principles, agespecific coaching and understanding styles of

Ireland Under 15’s had a week to remember as they went unbeaten in Mayo Picture Piaras Ó Midheach /SPORTSFILE

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SHANKILL THERE was standing room only at our pitches in Stonebridge Road and Shanganagh Cliffs over the weekend because of all the action with some matches starting as early as 9am on Saturday. Extra pitches will have to be found very soon to accommodate our growing numbers.

Our Adult Ladies football team were beaten by an exceptionally strong Oliver Plunket’s side in the Cup final. We are a little down at present, but already all of our adult teams are preparing for next year. If you would like to join us and represent you Village see below for details.

Even without winning any silverware its been a fantastic year of progress for the club and our presentation night for the adult Ladies and Men’s teams will be held in Brady’s at 8.00pm this Friday night.

Our juvenile Academy is taking a break for the October bank holiday and will be back the following Saturday. The Academy which is for boys and girls from 4 to 7 years of age and sponsored by O Donnell’s Shankill Total Health Pharmacy is in action at 10am every Saturday in Stonebridge Road. The cost is only €2 per child there is no annual subscription and all equipment is provided free of charge.

For details of our Ladies adult football teams e-mail stevedavis203@gmail. com or contact Steve 087 6414123. The men’s adult football team contact Kevin Martin 086 8449902. For more information on the club, contact, secretary.shankill.dublingaa.ie or call 086 6072746.

Chase the Ace Sunday night draw in Brady’s pub there was no jackpot winner the €50 prize went to Mary Mullins. This week’s jackpot is €1300.

BALLINTEER ST. JOHN’S ALL support welcome for our Under 21 hurlers who play Cuala in the championship this Saturday at 2.30pm on our all weather pitch at BCS. Our Adult Ladies Footballers had a big win away to Kilmacud Crokes.

Hard luck to Minor B footballers who lost out in their quarter final battle with Naomh Barrog by a single point.

Congrats to U/14 B Juvenile footballers who beat Stars of Erin in a league title decider 6-15 to 4-12. Having trailed by 6 points early in the second half. This success follows on their Feile win last May. Well done Barry Farrelly and his fellow mentors.

Other football results: Under 15 A’s drew away to Ballyboden St Endas, U 14 A’s beat Naomh Mearnog, and under 13 B’s and C’s beat Na Fianna and Clontarf.

The 37th BSJ AGM takes place on Friday

November 1st at 8pm in the clubhouse.

The Annual Club Mass for deceased members takes place in Club House on Tuesday 5th Nov at 7:30 pm.

Child Protection course is mandatory for all mentors / coaches. Next course 8th November in Clubhouse at 7:00 pm. To book contact Sandra 0872249845. sandrafeely@gmail.com Lotto results for Oct ober 17th Nos. 1, 10, 20 and 24. No winner. Winner of €100 Nuala O Reilly, €50 Christy Byrne c/o BARA and Ultan Carroll Refs Corner. Joker consolation Sean Kavanagh. Next week Jackpot €1,200. and Joker €375.

BSJ Bingo takes place every Monday at 8:00 pm.

Final call on ticket draw for adult hurling draw please get outstanding tickets to Sean Lane to be included in the draw.

CUALA ‘SPLICED’ comes to Cuala this week. It is for members of the GAA, it’s for sportspeople, it’s for anyone who’s felt the love, joy and complete sorrow of sport and it’s coming to Cuala on Friday 25th of October at 8 p.m. A great evening’s entertainment with bar profits going to #Support4Drummo campaign.

Yoga classes will be resuming in November. The six-week programme, to be held in Scoil Lorcáin, is open to all Cuala adult and minor players and adult non-playing members. The costs is just €20, all levels are welcome but classes are limited to 30 so you’ll need to register before 25th October. For more information, contact Niamh O’Connor on (087) 9282741.

Cuala parents and supporters will be interested to learn of a new enterprise that has begun in Dalkey. The Dalkey Breakfast Club is now operating daily in the Cuala clubhouse during school term. Children can be dropped off at 7:30 a.m. for breakfast and a supervised walk to Loreto and Harold Boys (Dalkey) Schools. Contact Ruth or Anne at dalkeybreakfastclub@gmail.com or find Dalkey Breakfast Club on Facebook.

Relive the glory of Oskars night with copies of all the movies created by your fellow club members on sale now. You can watch the trailers and buy the full-length films on oskars2019.cualagaa.ie/ Well done to Rachel Hartnett who was on the DCU team that became All Ireland Sevens Champions in the Freshers Blitz held at the University of Limerick during the week.

GAELIC FOOTBALL : BYRNE BUSY WITH CUP VISITS

Hard work pays off for A-I winner

Davy Byrne is paraded along with the Sam Maguire Cup on its visit to the Naomh Olaf GAA Club on Sunday last. Picture: Andy Davies

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sport@dublingazette.com

DAVY Byrne says it’s been hard work by all concerned to help deliver all of Dublin’s All-Ireland successes in recent years, including completing a historic ‘five-in-a-row’.

Byrne was on hand in AIG offices for the now annual visit of the Sam Maguire and Brendan Martin Cups last Thursday, before visiting his club Naomh Olaf’s with ‘Sam ‘on Sunday.

Byrne says it’s brilliant to give people the opportunity to see the Sam Maguire Cup, and embrace the successes.

“Just because you did

it before - you have to remind yourself how special this is, and how easy you could go on for the rest of your life with this never happening again,” he told the Dublin Gazette.

“You have to enjoy every minute of it. In Naomh Olaf with the Cup I’ll just take a moment to enjoy it and soak it all in.”

“You can’t underestimate the effort of the p e o p l e t h a t h ave n’t played a minute have put in. It took me two years of training and not even playing any league or Championship time. The strength of the squad has really added to our suc-

cess over the years.”

By r n e ’s b e e n p aying tribute to all of the unsung heroes who have been a vital part to Dublin’s successes in recent years.

“All of the volunteers and the backroom staff have put in hours upon hours of time setting up cones; filling water bottles,” he said.

“Davy and Tony Boylan help with a lot of that stuff. Davy Hendricks is the caretaker of St. Claire’s where we train and he just works and works and works. The amount of hours of effort that these people, who no one is ever going to know about bar the play-

ers that are involved; have put in and been keen factors of our success.

“That’s what it has been, because without them, none of this would have been possible.”

Byrne says he appreciates how hard it has been to stay at the top.

“We are lucky in the s e n s e t h a t, p l ay i n g Gaelic Football at such a high level requires a lot of committment, and knowing that your county is going to be in the mix for winning every year, or should be given a chance to win; makes it easier to commit all of that time and effort I think.”

CUALA STARS PASS SKILLS ON TO NEXT GENERATION CUALA’s All-Ireland mens and womens winners were on hand on Saturday for the Cuala Amgen Academy Day, which included a selection of science experiments from Amgen and the display of the Sam Maguire and Brendan Martin Cups .

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LADIES FOOTBALL : COLLINS KEEN TO RETAIN LEINSTER CROWN

Niamh Collins with the Brendan Martin Cup, as both of the All-Ireland Senior Football winning trophies and Dublin players visited sponsor AIG’s Head office last Thursday.

Picture: Matt Browne/SPORTSFILE

Foxrock-Cabinteely back in Leinster final action LEINSTER LADIES CLUB FOOTBALL FINAL  CÓILÍN DUFFY

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ALL roads lead to Kinnegad for FoxrockCabinteely this Sunday, as they bid to retain their Leinster Senior Ladies Football Championship, when they face a familiar foe in Sarsfields of Laois in a 3pm throw-in at the Coralstown/Kinnegad GAA Club.

There have been plenty of battles between the two clubs on the provincial stage in recent years, but despite Foxrock-Cabinteely having the upper hand in terms of results, defender Niamh Collins expects a testing encounter this weekend on Westmeath soil.

“We have played them nearly every year that we have come through in the past five years, and while we know them well, they also know us very well and we’ll be expecting a right battle from them. ” Collins told the Dublin Gazette.

She says it’s no surprise that the same clubs are coming to the fore in provincial campaigns - with the likes of Carnacon and Cork’s Mourneabbey retaining their county titles.

“You get to know players through the county set-ups and then on the club scene, so you are coming up against

teams that you are quite familar with.

“It seems to be a mix of ourselves, Donaghmoyne, Mourneabbey and Carnacon for the past couple of years.

“Kilkerrin-Clonberne from Galway nearly did a job on Mourneabbey last year and they will be incredibly strong coming out of Connacht if that’s what happens.

“We’ll wait until we see if we come out of Leinster first before we start thinking of any of that stuff!”

Niamh Collins was part of the Dublin side which retained the Brendan Martin Cup by taking their third All-Ireland title in-a-row last month.

Soon after a fifth Dublin Championship on the bounce was produced, although it wasn’t achieved all that easily by a Foxrock-Cabinteely side who were taken to extra-time in the Parnell Park decider.

“It was probably one of the most dramatic matches I have played in my life,” Collins said.

“There was a last-minute buzzer beater penalty to even it up!

“It made it all the better to win. You want to fight for what you are winning.

“Crokes are a brilliant team and I’m sure that they are going to have finals in them in the next couple of years.

“It’s something we really needed. We wanted those tough games.

“We had a tough game in the semifinal against Thomas Davis as well, and they have been great preparation for us building into our Leinster Championship.”

Collins has been reflecting on the transition from All-Ireland celebrations with Dublin to a hectic club schedule.

“It can be tough switching from celebrations with one team into preparations with another mentally more than anything else,” she said.

“Sometimes you feel exhausted at the end of the year, so to go again and to build that kind of preparation can be very challenging, but your club team are the team you grew up with.

“They are the team that you won your first medal with, so it’s not too hard to switch back into that focus.”

Strength in depth is key for success at club or county level, and this is something which Collins believes is key to Foxrock-Cabinteely’s success.

“100 percent it is, we are so lucky to have some of the strongest players in the county play on our team,” she said.

“Also we have some really enthusiastic strong Minors coming up as well.

“We have had set-backs with Sine-

ad Goldrick’s hand injury and Emma McDonagh received a concussion playing with the Dublin team as well and was out for our Dublin Championship Final.

“We had other players step up and take their places and do an amazing job.

“It just means now that we are building into the Leinster Final and hopefully the All-Ireland Series - we have strength in depth in the panel.”

Collins says the last few weeks has been a real whirlwind, with success at Inter-county and Club levels.

“We are incredibly proud of what we have done,” she said.

“To come back and have brought the Brendan Martin Cup to Dublin for a third time was some feat and it wasn’t an easy one.

“I’m incredibly proud, it’s certainly been a great couple of weeks.

“We didn’t get caught up in three-ina-row, because if you get caught up in numbers you just lose yourself.

“It’s just about looking to the next game, and seeing each as a challenge we had to get over to ultimate win our third final.

“You can embrace it now that we have got over the year, but come next year it will be about game-by-game again.”

MARATHON

40th Dublin Marathon for city on Sunday THE 40th running of the KBC Dublin Marathon will take place on Sunday, 27th October with a record number of 22,500 runners set to hit the streets of Dublin.

Many international elite distance runners are set to compete against Ireland’s top endurance athletes.

Irish athletes will also be battling it out for national titles, as the race serves as the Athletics Ireland’s National Championships.

For many others taking part, their achievement will be crossing the line. None more so than the 13 inspirational runners who have taken part in all 39 Dublin Marathons since the race began in 1979 and are set to complete their 40th in 2019.

This unique group includes Mary Nolan Hickey (Wicklow), the only woman to have finished all thirty-nine marathons. Dublin is well represented with John McElhinney, Michael Carolan, Donal de Buitleir, Dominic Gallagher, Martin Kelly, Patrick Gowan and the eldest of the group, Frank Behan who turns seventynine next month.

Participants from Limerick, Meath, Wexford , Galway and Donegal are also taking part in their 40th Dublin Marathon.

Race Director Jim Aughney said: “It is with great excitement that we look to this years Dublin Marathon in the 40th running of this iconic event, known to many around the world as the ‘friendly marathon’.”

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Seventh heaven for Cuala in Hurling Ch’ship SENIOR HURLING CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL Cuala 1-18 St Brigid’s 1-14  CÓILÍN DUFFY sport@dublingazette.com

CUALA delivered when it mattered most, as they secured their seventh Dublin Senior 1 Hurling Championship title, following a four-point win over St. Brigid’s at Parnell Park in Sunday’s final.

Contesting their first final since 2004, St. Brigid’s weren’t keen to make up the numbers and despite conceding an early goal from Cuala’s Con O’Callaghan, the Russell Park outfit went toeto-toe with their South Dublin counterparts and were level at the break.

A strong finish was keen for Cuala taking victory in this game.

A trio of Cuala points in the closing stages, coupled with the sending off of Brigid’s forward Kevin Callaghan in the 53rd minute made for a thrilling finish.

Just a point separated the teams with three minutes of normal time remaining after Johnny McGuirk Jnr. delivered his second point of the game.

However, Cuala’s ability to close out contests came to the fore with the experienced Sean Moran and David Treacy delivering match winning scores when it mattered most.

Earlier an O’Callaghan goal had helped the 2017 winners on their way to a 1-2 to 0-1 lead after

Bohemians and St Kevin’s Boys young stars have formally joined forces for 2018 and beyond

Cuala celebrate their seventh Dublin Senior 1 Hurling Championship title at Parnell Park on Sunday.

“Con is a fantastic player, but today lads dug in

around it, and they filled in the gap which I suppose Con left up there and they played very well when the match was in the melting pot and we are delighted 12 minutes, with Jake Malone and Treacy also on target.

But Brigid’s fired back into contention, with Daire Plunkett delivering some fine scores from distance and Paul Winters impressing from placed-balls.

A goal separated the sides late in the opening half, but St Brigid’s finished the half strongly.

Substitute Luke Pur-

till, Keith Mullally and Winters all delivered points to tie the game at the interval.

Cu a l a fo rge d 1 - 1 0 to 0-9 ahead by the 4 2 n d m i n u t e, w i t h Kerry native Darragh O’Connell opening the second half scoring with a fine point from play.

Both defences proved t i g h t ove r t h e n e x t while, conceding frees which were punished

by the respective freetakers.

Seven points from placed balls were shared with Winters firing for Brigid’s and David Treacy on target for Cuala.

Eoghan Dunne also chipped in with a fine sideline cut for Brigid’s during this spell.

Cu a l a m ove d fo u r points clear but Brigid’s dug in, with a Keith Mullally goal coupled with a

Winters free cutting the gap to two points.

Cuala manager Willie Maher was delighted by the manner of the win - his first in the hotseat as manager of the Dalkey side.

“I’m delighted that we dug in today,” he said.

“County finals are very difficult, and very very difficult to win.

“I suppose I’m just delighted with today

and now we move on to two weeks time.”

Co n O ’C a l l a g h a n’s early injury was a major blow for Cuala.

“Con is a fantastic player, but today lads dug in around it, and they filled in the gap which I suppose Con left up there and they played very well when theymatch was in the melting pot and we are delighted with that.”