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‘Why did Brian die waiting in a hospital chair?’

MARK O’BRIEN

THE shocked brother of a man found dead in Tallaght University Hospital on Saturday has called for an immediate investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.

Brian Hamilton (40) was found dead on a chair in the waiting department of A&E on Saturday afternoon.

It is believed that he had arrived into the waiting room at 2am on

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Saturday morning but had not sought treatment.

The hospital had initially claimed that he was homeless but his brother, Michael, confirmed that this was not the case and that Brian was only registered as homeless to allow him to avail of treatment for alcohol addiction.

Speaking to 98FM’s Dublin Talks on Monday, Michael also questioned why it took so long to discover Brian had died.

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FOUND SLUMPED ON CHAIR IN TALLAGHT HOSPITAL

Man calls for enquiry into brother’s death MARK O’BRIEN mobrien@dublingazette.com

THE brother of a man found dead in Tallaght University Hospital on Saturday has called for an immediate investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.

Brian Hamilton (40) was found dead on a chair in the waiting department of A&E on Saturday afternoon.

It is believed that he had arrived into the waiting room at 2am on Saturday morning but had not sought treatment.

The hospital had initially claimed that he was homeless but his brother Michael confirmed that this was not the case and that Brian was only regis-

tered as homeless to allow him to avail of treatment for alcohol addiction.

Speaking to 98FM’s Dublin Talks on Monday, he said: “He (Brian) was in rehab. We weren’t even aware he’d left.

“He was in residential care for his alcohol addiction and the only way we could get him into Simon was to register him as homeless.

“That’s the only way they can get into these places is to register as homeless.”

Michael went on to say that he was annoyed that initial reports stated that Michael was homeless and stressed that he came from a loving family.

“He’d lovely parents, he’d a good upbringing,” he said.

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Brian Hamilton was discovered slumped dead in a chair in Tallaght Hospital. Picture: The Irish Sun

“We’re all hardworking.

Everybody in the family is a hardworking person, he just had his demons.

“He lost his mother

last year and fell off the wagon.”

Michael also questioned why it took so long to discover that Brian had died.

“What kind of policy is in A&E?” he said.

“Surely to God the security guard there does a sweep of the waiting department to see, give him a nudge, anything.

What do the security do?

“I went up and identified the body at 4 o’clock Saturday and I could tell myself, and I’m not a doctor, that he was dead a long time.”

He added that such checks could possibly have saved Brian’s life “I work in an E-plant and I have to do health and safety checks three or four times a day.

“Why is nothing in place?

I’m not saying it would have made much difference but they could have got to him earlier. He’s only 40, they might have got him back, I don’t know.”

A statement from Tallaght University Hospital said: “Management of the hospital are cooperating with gardai in their investigations and an internal review will also be initiated immediately into the circumstances of the incident.

“The hospital would like to extend their condolences to the family of the deceased.”

ALMOST 30 primary school students were ‘appointed’ as Junior Road Safety Officers by South Dublin County Council as part of a new road safety programme for primary schools in South Dublin.

The ‘Junior Road Safety Officers’ (JRSO) initiative was launched by the Mayor of South Dublin Cllr Paul Gogarty and the council’s Road Safety Officer Declan Keogh, in partnership with the Road Safety Authority and the Primary Schools network.

This is the first JRSO programme undertaken by the council which provides the JRSO’s with three months of assignments and tasks to do before they finish for their school holidays in June.

Their final task is to nominate and appoint two new JRSO’s for the next full school term in September.

Any primary schools wishing to be added to the JRSO programme can contact South Dublin County Council’s Road Safety Unit on 01-4149207 or email roadsafe@sdublincoco.ie and typing JRSO in the subject bar.

Stay safe is Home Care the story Package for pupils frustration UP to 100 children from Scoil Chronain, Rathcoole; St Aidan’s Senior National School, Tallaght and St Thomas’s Senior National School, Tallaght attended a Health and Safety Authority ‘Keep Safe’ event on Wednesday, April 11 at Rathcoole Community Centre.

A range of state agencies and organisations came together to deliver the programme which is directed at 5th and 6th class pupils.

It aims to promote safety and community awareness through involving the children in a series of interactive scenarios with a strong safety theme.

Joanne Harmon, education manager with the Health and Safety Authority said: “The Keep Safe initiative is specially designed for school children and aims to be an enjoyable and interactive way for them to learn about issues like water safety, electricity, road safety and more.“

FIANNA Fail TD for Dublin Mid-West John Curran has said that it is deeply frustrating for the 650 older people in Dublin Mid-West and their families who are waiting for funding for a Home Care Package from the HSE. Deputy Curran was commenting after the HSE confirmed to him that at the end of February there were 650 older people waiting for funding for a home care package in his constituency of Dublin Mid-West.

A total of 6,172 older people are waiting nationally.

“This is a staggering number of people, vulnerable people I may add, waiting for support that the HSE has already been deemed to be necessary,” he said.

“The delay in these people accessing their home care package is down to nothing more than a lack of funding and an incompetency to budget for the Home Support Scheme appropriately.”

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MUSLIM ASSOCIATION: Lucan Spa Hotel hosts Annual Peace Symposium

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Manon Rivoal and Fareeha Aleen. Pictures: Simon Peare

Andrew Shinnick, Ellen Ward and Dr Aleem Uddin

HE Ahmadiyya Muslim Association recently held their 12th Annual Peace Symposium at the Lucan Spa Hotel.

The peace Symposium has become a permanent feature of the community’s activities for over a decade now in the proliferation of the true Islamic teachings that emanate a sense of love, tolerance, dialogue and harmony.

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Clondaklin girls danced over their competition at Worlds MARK O’BRIEN Mobrien@dublingazette.com

A CLONDALKIN Irish danc ing school were celebrating after a truly remarkable performance at the Cumann Rince Dea Mheasa (CRDM) World Championships in Citywest.

Dancers from M.O.R.E Irish dancing picked up a slew of awards, including two world champions.

Under-9 Sarah Palmer Kindillon and Under15 Caitlin Riordan were both named as world champions in their respective categories, while Alana Brady B row n e a n d Lys a n n Rucker picked up second places in the under-11 and under-19 categories respectively.

Other highly placed contestants included Eve Curtis, Leanne Walsh, Katya Faultz and Aoife Duggan, while the ceili team took fourth place.

Delighted School founder Michael O’Reilly said he was delighted with the results, particularly given the fact that the school was only established five years ago.

Michael is a professional dancer in Johnny Fox’s and is a ten time all Ireland champion in Irish dancing.

He told Dublin Gazette that he never planned to open a dancing school but was d e l i g h te d w i t h h ow things have gone.

“The whole aim behind the class was to always give the kids more and be able to create something with the kids that I would have imagine that would be the best thing to give to them,” he said.

“That’s the whole reason I became a teacher. I never thought I’d become an Irish dancing teacher.

“It was a thing a did as a hobby, I was very good at it.”

Michael soon realised that the 9 to 5 life wasn’t for him.

“I went off to college and did loads of other things, like business management and then one day I got a job in insurance and I said this isn’t for me.

I finished there and set up the school and this is where I am now.”

New venture His previous experience has helped him in his new venture.

“It stood to me in a way in that I know how to run things,” he said.

“With the class getting the success that it has at the moment, it’s drawing a lot of attention to the class.”

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Ellie O’Halloran

Michael with some of his talented dancers

Westside Stage School student Ellie O’Halloran will make her filming debut in Roddy Doyle’s Rosie this autumn.

Rosie is Doyle’s first original screenplay in 18 years and tells the story of Rosie, a mother trying to protect her family after their landlord sells their rented home and they become homeless.

Ellie plays Rosie’s daughter Kayleigh and recently wrapped filming in Dublin.

It’s been an exciting few weeks as this is Ellie’s first professional role.

She has thoroughly enjoyed her time on set playing Rosie (Sarah Greene) and John Paul’s (Moe Dunford) daughter in this compelling story which examines how love and the strength of a family can endure.

Rosie was around Dublin over the last four weeks and is backed by the Irish Film Board, Element Pictures Distribution and BAI. Irish and UK audiences will get to see Rosie this Autumn.

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EDUCATION: NEW PRIMARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOLS PLANNED BUT KNOCKLYON LEFT OUT

Parent power secures new secondary school MARK O’BRIEN

CAMPAIGNERS were celebrating on Friday after it was announced that a new 1,000 pupil post-primary school is to be built in the Saggart/Citywest area.

The area is currently served by four primary schools but with now secondary school in the area, pupils have to travel to Tallaght, Rathcoole and beyond.

The new school was announced as part of plans to build an additional 42 schools across the country over the next four years.

The school is expected to open in September 2020.

David Murphy, chairperson of the Citywest Educate Together Second Level Campaign Group couldn’t contain his joy at the news.

“I feel like we have won the lotto,” he said.

“I would like to thank the group of committed parents who drove this campaign over the last four years, each and every parent who filled in an expression of interest form, all the councillors who made sure provision for a second level school was included in the SDCC Local Authority Plans 2016-2022, all the TD’s

from Dublin Mid-West (Gino Kenny, Eoin O’Broin, Frances Fitzgerald & John Curran) and Dublin South West (Katherine Zappone, Paul Murphy, Colm Brophy, Sean Crowe, John Lahartt), the staff and Princi-

“

Well done to parents who campaigned locally for this

pal (Caitriona Hand) of Citywest Educate Together National School, the national body of Educate Together and more than anyone, the children of Citywest Educate Together National School, who wrote letter after letter to Minister for Education, Richard Bruton, over the years and never gave up.”

Local representatives said they were also delighted by the news.

Deputy John Curran (FF), who recently raised the matter as a topical issue in the Dail, said: “Delighted to hear the news that a new 1,000 pupil post-primary school for Citywest/Saggart area in order to meet the demand for school places in the Saggart, Newcastle and Rathcoole

area.

“This is due to open in 2020.

“Well done to parents who campaigned locally for this in Citywest and Saggart.

“I was honoured to be a part of raising this issue in the Dail over the last few weeks. Great work all round.”

Deputy Frances Fitzgerald added: “Census 2016 identified Saggart as the country’s fastest growing town, having experienced a population growth of 46.1% between 2011 and 2016.

“The town with the second largest percentage increase was Rathcoole, that saw their population rise 27.2% in the same period.

“However, this growth naturally puts pressure on our public services.

“Today’s decision is about preparing for the future and making sure our children get the best start in life through receiving the best education possible.”

The Government has also agreed to fund the building of two new eight-classroom primary schools.

One will be located in the Newcastle, Rathcoole, Saggart catchment area and is scheduled to open in 2020, while the other will be located in Clondalkin with a projected opening date of 2021.

Knocklyon school’s wait for permanent building continues PARENTS of children in a school in Kocklyon have said they are disappointed that no progress has been made on the building of a permanent school.

Gaelscoil Chnoc Liamhna have been housed in prefabs for over 20 years.

In October, parents, pupils and teachers staged a protest outside the Dail to demand the delivery of their long-awaited school building.

Chairperson of Scoil Nua Chnoc Liamhna Committee, Trish McGinley, sounded a note of caution to parents in other areas who were celebrating the news that new schools would be built in their area.

Speaking to Dublin Gazette, she said: “Is it good for them? I don’t know because if you read into it a bit more, they’re all going in to temporary accommodation and they could all be in the same situation that we’re in here now in 20 years’ time.

“You’re just making the problem bigger and bigger and meanwhile our school is just about standing here with no word from the Department.”

Trish paid tribute to the school’s teachers for the way they face adversity but said that

the situation was becoming ever more frustrating.

A spokesperson for the Department of Education said: “Gaelscoil Chnoic Liamhna is on the Department’s Six Year Capital Programme. The Department is fully committed to delivering a new school as for Gaelscoil Chnoic Liamhna as soon as possible and is in regular contact with the school.

“The Department has been working with the local authority to acquire the site on which the school is currently located in order to facilitate the development of a permanent building for the school.

“The site acquisition has been agreed. The Chief State Solicitor’s Office, acting on behalf of the Department, is currently progressing the acquisition through the conveyancing stage.

“The Department is also currently finalising the project brief to facilitate the advancement of the project into the architectural planning process.

“This is to ensure the project moves as quickly as possible. All parties are working to advance this project as quickly as possible.”

Absolutely Everything Reduced this Weekend in the EZ Living Roadshow Sale THE annual Roadshow event kicks off at EZ Living Furniture, Dublin next weekend, with massive reductions off everything in store. This much-anticipated annual sale will give customers the opportunity to spruce up their homes for a fraction of the cost, without compromising on quality.

Roadshow starts this Friday 27th April and runs for three days only, so be sure to get in early to take advantage of these incredible deals. Customers can expect massive savings on sofas, dining, bedroom and everything in the home accessories department. Also, all mattresses are reduced including top brands such as King Koil, Respa, Signature and O’Dearest.

Now is the time to invest in a cosy new armchair, a high-quality mattress for a better night’s sleep or add a soft glow to your home with some of the new Spring accessories. EZ Living is 100% Irish owned and family-run, ensuring that only the highest quality of products and service is delivered to customers.

The knowledgeable and experienced staff in EZ Living will be ready and waiting to help customers with queries and offer advice and styling tips so that you can truly make the most out of your home.

They are advising customers to come prepared by taking down accurate measurements of their rooms and areas for new furniture, as well as bringing along colour swatches or inspiration that will help in making a purchase. A full home delivery and assembly service is also available to make the shopping experience as stress-free as possible.

Absolutely everything is reduced for the EZ Living Roadshow Sale from Friday to Sunday, April 27-29. Visit EZ Living Furniture Blanchardstown Retail Park, Airside Retail Park and Fonthill Retail Park, Dublin. Don’t miss out!

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HOUSING | TD IS CRITICAL OF SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

Over 10,200 households on housing waiting lists  MARK O’BRIEN

One in five of us have been burgled – survey A RECENT survey has revealed that one in five people have been burgled, or know someone who has been burgled, in the past two years.

In the survey of 400 homeowners conducted by insuremyhouse.ie, it was discovered that 21% of people know somebody who has been burgled in the past 24 months.

The results come after the Central Statistics Office revealed that there was a 3.3% increase in burglaries from 2016 to 2017.

However, Dublin seems to be bucking the trend, with a decrease of almost 8% in the number of burglaries in 2017, with 8,199 burglaries reported in 2017, compared to 8,845 in 2016.

Clondalkin Playwright receives bursary award A Clondalkin playwright has received a bursary award to support her playwriting from South Dublin County Council Arts Office.

Margaret Callan Bergin is based at Rua Red Arts Centre.

She has been delivering workshops, productions and creative arts projects to the primary and secondary school students in South Dublin for 18 years.

Stuck is a play in progress, focussing on the story of a group of teenagers and the emotional challenges they face, while trying to find their

place in the world.

It aims to explore mental health, using innovative and creative approaches to the writing and production process.

She said: “I want the finished play to inspire my audiences to feel hopeful, comfortable and open about exploring this subject through creating characters and contexts that they can identify with.”

Margaret will host ‘in house’ readings with a cast of professional actors in the Civic Theatre in the coming months.

SUSI grant applications open for 2018/2019 SUSI, the national body for student grants, have announced that applications for the forthcoming academic year are now open.

They advise that the earlier an application is made, the earlier the applicant will find out if they are eligible.

Grants are open to returning students, as well as first time students who will begin college in September. The deadline for new applications is July 12th.

NEW figures from South Dublin County Council show that over 10,000 households in the county are in need of social housing.

The figures were revealed at the recent full council meeting on the back of a motion by Cllr Mark Ward (SF).

Dublin Mid-West TD Eoin Ó’Broin said that the council is “nowhere close to tackling its social housing crisis”.

He said: “There are now 10,208 households in need of social housing in South Dublin County Council according to figures obtained from the Council by Sinn Féin Clondalkin Councillor Mark Ward.

“There are 7,633 households on the standard housing list, 2,470 households on the homeless list, medical list and HAP transfer list and an additional 105 households on the RAS transfer list.

“This is the highest level of social housing need since the start of the recession and demonstrates

that the Government’s Rebuilding Ireland housing plan is not working.

South Dublin County Council will receive funding from the Department of Housing to build and buy up to 3,000 council houses from 2018 to 2021.

But Deputy O’Broin said that this figure was nowhere near enough to meet the growing demand.

“On the basis of current trends housing need will continue to rise year on year from now to 2021,” he said.

“This means that the Councils new social housing programme will barely meet the rising housing need let alone tackle the deep level of existing need.

“South Dublin County Council is nowhere close to tackling its social housing crisis. Its targets are too low. Funding from central government is not enough.

“Unless there is a radical shift in the scale and ambition of the Councils

Social housing need is at a recessionary high, says TD Eoin O’Broin

housing programme things will unfortunately get worse.”

The response to Cllr Ward’s motion stated that approximately 1000 of the people on the various housing lists are on hold pending outstanding documentation.

The report stated: “These will be pursued in the processing of the Social Housing Assessment 2018.

Those on the HAPTransfer List

were given access to CBL (Choice Based Letting) in May 2017 and Medical List in January 2018.

“As the housing list is a live list it is not possible to provide figures for those with access to CBL over the years.”

The report also said the average wait for a one-bed home is nine years, seven years for a two-bed home, eight years for a three-bed home and ten for a four-bed.

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Marking a major milestone at ‘Fifty years later and the credit union continues to go from strength to strength with close to 19,000 members and managing €67m in member funds’

LUCAN District Credit Union is marking a significant milestone this year celebrating 50 years in business.

The credit union was founded in early 1968 by a small group of ordinary people from the community who came together to investigate the possibility of setting up a credit union in the area. The first information meeting

was attended by about 50 enthusiastic people and it was agreed that a community-based credit union would be beneficial for the local residents.

“The simple philosophy of the credit union movement was to give ordinary people access to a banking institution where they could save and borrow locally,” says Paula Maguire, CEO.

“Basically neighbours helping neighbours’, she says. “Members pool their savings and money is lent back out to members living or working within the community.”

With the help of Inchicore Credit Union, the League and a core group of dedicated local volunteers, the first people signed up in the old Boys national school. Very quickly sav-

ings built up and the first loans could be considered.

To accommodate the credit union, a room was taken in the Muintir Na Tire hall in the village in July 1968. The credit union was based here until the early 70s when the room was unable to cope with the number of people attending the office. The Board looked at purchasing premises, and in 1977

This photo was taken at Muintir na Tire Town Hall, where Lucan Credit Union was McGovern and Mary Bardon. From left to right the men are: Matt McManus, Brian Conway, Fintan McCourt, Bill Flemming, and Frank Stapleton at the end.

the building at 3 The Mall became the new offices of Lucan District Credit Union. They are still based there today.

In 1986, the first very basic computer system was introduced into the credit union which was upgraded as the technology changed. This was timely, as the population of Lucan increased rapidly in the nineties as house building increased.

In 2002, they opened a second office in Finnstown Shopping Centre on the Newcastle Road to

cater for the new estates that had sprung up in the 90s, the far side of the N4.

“This office has proven to be very popular with the members as it can be difficult to get parking in the village,” says Ms Maguire.

Fifty years later and the credit union continues to go from strength to strength with close to 19,000 members and managing €67m in member funds. “We very much look forward to continuing to serve our community over the coming years,” says Ms Maguire.

LUCAN DISTRICT CREDIT UNION TODAY The Credit Union of today is far removed from the manual ledgers and fold up tables that were used in the early days.

Lucan District Credit Union is a thoroughly modern financial services institution. Drop into either office and you will see a modern, bright and friendly banking hall.

More importantly, in this day and age, there are actual people behind the counters and not just a bank of machines.

“We’ve had to move with the times’, says Paula Maguire, CEO. “Although we have modernised, the philosophy of the credit union has not changed since 1968. We are still not-for-profit and wholly owned by our members,” she says.

“Unlike the banks, we prefer to meet our mem-

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Lucan District Credit Union The simple philosophy of the credit union movement was to give ordinary people access to a banking institution where they could save and borrow locally. Members pool their savings and money is lent back out to members living or working within the community

housed in the very early days. The ladies are Mary Jo Pat Farren, Martin Keegan, Jack Farrell, Vincent Flynn, Photo courtesy of William Stapleton.

bers face to face, so we can help them and answer any questions they may have,” she continues.

For those members that are too busy with work

and family to attend during opening hours, Lucan Credit Union now offers full 24/7 on-line banking and a mobile app.

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Enhanced services and loans offer much flexibility for members Continued from Page 7 This allows members registered to transfer money to their bank accounts, set up third party payees and pay bills, transfer funds between the ir credit union accounts, order e-statements and apply for loans on-line.

“This is a fantastic step forward for credit unions and a great facility for our members,” says Ms Maguire. “We are constantly looking at ways to enhance our service

and product offerings, so members can expect much more over the coming years.”

One of the key products offered by the credit union is loans. Lucan credit union has plenty of funds available to lend to their members, with terms from just a few months out to 10 years for larger scale projects.

“Our loans are 100% flexible,” says Ms Maguire.” Members can repay the loan in a way that suits them, weekly, fortnightly or monthly. They

can pay over the counter, by phone, by standing order or through Paypal and the loan can be repaid early with no penalties.

“If your circumstances change, come in to us and the terms can be changed to a more suitable arrangement,” she says, “don’t let your loan get into arrears.”  For more informa-

tion on Lucan District Credit Union visit their website www.lucancu. ie or follow them on Facebook or Twitter.

The board in 1975: Back row, Matt McManus, John Scanlan, John Condron, Joe Hanagan and Iggy Barr. Front row, Gerry Doyle, Tom Higgins, Vincent Flynn, Mary Barden and Martin Keegan.

The Board looked at purchasing premises, and in 1977 the building at 3 The Mall became the new offices of Lucan District Credit Union. They are still based there today.

Mary Donnelly, Joan Lacey, Adrienne Gough, Jackie Byrne and Eileen Duffy outside the village office

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How to become a member THERE are a number of benefits to joining your local credit union. Members can save securely, but more importantly, members can use their savings as collateral against a loan. There are other benefits of being a member of a credit union which are not widely known.

Shares are covered by life savings protection insurance at no cost to the member. This means that your savings could be up to doubled in the event of your death (T&Cs apply). This is a good way of leaving something for your nextof-kin.

Loans are covered by loan protection insurance, again at no cost to the member. Should you die your loan will be cleared by this insurance and won’t need to be settled by your estate (T&Cs apply).

BECOMING A MEMBER OF LUCAN DISTRICT CREDIT UNION IS VERY EASY STEP 1 – Complete a new member application form available from either office. You can also download the form from our web-

site www.lucancu.ie STEP 2 – Hand the form in at the counter along with current photo ID (passport or driving licence, a current utility bill and proof of your PPS number (tax credit cert or anything from revenue).

STEP 3 – Complete your account activation by returning the signed verification letter issued to your home address.

ENCOURAGE YOUR CHILDREN TO SAVE One of best lessons we can teach our children is how to save money for a rainy day or for their future. Opening a savings account for children and bringing them in to put even €2 per week into their savings or to save up for something that they want would be an invaluable life lesson for them.

Always encourage children to save some of the money that they get for their birthdays, communion, confirmation or Christmas. Save some, spend some. This teaches children to

hold on to some of their money and not to spend every penny as soon as they receive it.

At Lucan District Credit Union, we always ask parents to open an account for children as early as possible and to put even a small amount away for them on a weekly or monthly basis. By the time they leave school they have some savings and they can manage the account themselves.

They may also use these savings as collateral for their first loan. The credit union would then be with them through all life stages.

To open an account for your child, we require one parent to be the nominated adult on the account. Complete a membership form on behalf of the child and provide the child’s passport or birth cert. We also require photo ID and a current utility bill for the nominated adult.

TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT LUCAN DISTRICT CREDIT UNION VISIT OUR WEBSITE WWW.LUCANCU.IE

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Looking towards the future at Lucan District Credit Union

Our longest serving staff member JOAN LACEY is the Office Manager in the village office of Lucan District Credit Union. Joan started work with Lucan credit union in March 1978 and achieved 40 years of service with our credit union in March this year.

Many congratulations Joan.

PAULA Maguire is almost five years working with Lucan District Credit Union. She previously worked with Accenture and Invesco Global Asset Management. She is a qualified accountant, FCCA, with a Diploma in Marketing from the Marketing Institute of Ireland and an MBA from Oxford Brookes University.

“Moving away from the big American companies and into a credit union was certainly a challenge. 2013 was a time of great change for the credit union move-

ment with new legislation coming into effect and the Central Bank driving a more professional approach to credit union management and governance,” she says.

Under the management of Ms Maguire, Lucan District Credit Union has seen dramatic change and is a significantly different business from the credit union that was in here in 2013. “ We c o m p l e t e l y rebranded the credit union to reflect the modern, financial services institution that it is and

The Lucan District Credit Union office

we created a vision of where we wanted to be in the future. We continue to work hard to deliver this vision for our members “A l t h o u g h we a re always looking towards the future of our credit union, this is our 50th year in business and it is very important for us to take some time to reflect on our humble beginnings and to appreciate how far we’ve come,” she says.

VOLUNTEERING WITH YOUR CREDIT UNION Although credit unions have paid management and staff, they are still heavily dependent on volunteers from the membership to sit on the Board and the Board Oversight Committee.

These volunteers govern the credit union on behalf of the members.

Lucan District Credit Union is no different.

They are always looking for members to put themselves forward to serve on the Board or BOC. As these positions are voluntary, they are unpaid roles. However, there is an education programme in place through which the credit union will pay for relevant courses to enhance the overall knowledge of the volun-

Pauala Maguire, CEO of Lucan District Credit Union

teers.

The expected time commitment per month is six hours. This includes reading documents in advance of Board meetings, attendance at the monthly Board meeting and serving on one committee. Attendance at the Annual General Meeting is also a requirement. In addition, there is some mandatory training which every Board member must undertake

each year.

Volunteers will gain excellent experience of the Corporate Governance of a large memberbased organisation and qualifications which will stand to them outside of the credit union. All of this will enhance a CV. Members interested in volunteering should contact the credit union directly on 01 628 1642 or info@lucancu.ie for more information.

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GALLERIES OF THE WEEK

Jean Larmour and Helena O’Neill from Raglan Child Care Centre in Tallaght

Jennifer Hatton and Stephanie Robinson from Being Belonging and Becoming in Swords

Fionnuala Kennedy from The Lodge montessori in Tallaght.

Picture: Ben Ryan Photography

Healthy Ireland awards for groups

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RE-SCHOOL services across Dublin who have implemented the Healthy Ireland Smart Start programme, a holistic health promotion programme for young children have recently received their

award and certification as Healthy Ireland Pre-school services from the HSE. The National Childhood Network held a recent event at the Clayton Hotel, Liffey Valley, to celebrate the success of local service providers.

NCN chairperson Mary McGowan

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LOVE YOUR DUBLIN: THE BREAKDOWN OF THE BEST HANG OUTS AND HISTORICAL GEMS

THE BEST OF THE BRUNCH BUNCH

DUBLIN MADE EASY AN IN-DEPTH LOOK AT SOME OF THE CITY’S BEST CULTURAL HOTSPOTS

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HERE’S no denying that there’s a new food craze in town that’s here to stay. People meeting for brunch has become more common than a rainy day in our fair city, getting together in the late morning for a meal and a drink (or two). There’s a whole range of places across the length and breadth of the city that are jumping on the brunch train, with all kinds of delicious offers and bargains to tempt you to tuck in, but here are our top three of the best brunches in Dublin ...

SOPHIE’S DUBLIN

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FIA CAFE

LOCATION: No 33 Harcourt St, Dublin 2 BEST FEATURE: Skyline views over the city RECOMMENDED MEAL: Pancake stack with whipped orange butter and maple syrup

LOCATION: No 66, South Great George’s Street BEST FEATURE: A range of cocktails perfect for a mid-morning buzz RECOMMENDED MEAL: Eggs and lobster

LOCATION: No 155B, Rathgar Road BEST FEATURE: Organic produce at its best RECOMMENDED MEAL: Gubeen Toastie

SOPHIE’S has quickly become a steadfast leader on the Dublin brunch scene.

With a delectable Instagram feed to make your eyes and mouth water, Sophie’s is truly a must visit.

Their bar serves a range of cocktails as colourable as the rainbow, made with premium spirts and a whole lot of love.

Homed at Harcourt Street’s Dean hotel, its views over the city centre are a sight to behold – perfect to complement a relaxing brunch on a sunny Sunday morning.

It has become a hit with those coming from abroad too, with their Yelp page filled with reviews from those who have travelled far and wide and still crown brunch at Sophie’s as one of the best.

BRASSERIE Sixty-Six is across the road from the legendary George’s Arcade, and their brunch menu is equally as iconic.

Known for their eggs and lobster as well as their range of cocktails, their brunch menu truly has something to cater to all tastes. They have everything from a halfchicken, to every egg dish under the sun, as well as American-style pancakes that’re sure to make you feel like you’re in the finest New York eatery.

A homey decor and a bustling location adds to the overall atmosphere, with colourful plates lining the walls for your eyes to adorn while you tuck into your photo-ready brunch.

SMALL in stature but mighty in taste, Rathgar’s Fia cafe is organic at its best. The southside restaurant seats 20-25 at best, but if you can get a seat, you’re in for a treat.

They try to make the most of their ingredients from Irish organic suppliers, meaning their menu is usually quite small, but everything on it is done well. Their ingredients are as fresh as possible, and anything that isn’t used is pickled or dehydrated in house for future dishes.

They’re known for their eggs and greens and the Gubeen Toastie, using all ingredients developed in-house or through local suppliers.

Their coffee is Irish-made too, with people coming to Fia especially to sample the well-known Roasted Brown coffee.

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THE GIFT OF GAZ | THANKS TO HIS PHONE, ME PAL’S AN EXPERT ON DE NEWS

Davy’s got all the answers – but are any right?

I’VE started taking vitamin tablets recently. I never used to take them but seeing as how January has been extended for three months, I felt I was lacking in a bit of the auld Vitamin D. So it was great that the sun finally popped out a bit this week and I could finally get out for a bit of a walk. I do enjoy having a bit of a stroll once the evenings start showing a bit of the grand stretch.

I’ve gotten into podcasts lately so I’ll sometimes stick me headphones in as I wander around the park – just

them normal headphones now, not them Beats by Whatshisname that cost the GDP of Mozambique.

It’s a fierce peaceful way of spending an hour or so. At the risk of going full-on hippy, it’s quite tranquil – or at least it was until I bumped into Davy. I swear the fella follows me sometimes. Everywhere I turn, he’s there.

Anyway, I hadn’t seen him for a while so we sat down on a bench for a chat, instantly transporting me from my tranquil place and back to a much stranger place all together.

Davy’s never been the podcasts to him but better of it. a l l t h a t te c h - s av v y that would perplex him “Go way out of that,” but Maureen got him a all together, so I thought he says. “I know I’m a bit s m a r t p h o n e fo r late to the party but Christmas and he’s I’m glad I’ve got the Maureen got Davy a finally figured out hang of it now. All how to use the apps smartphone for Christmas the news and eveand that. (Took four and he’s finally figured rything is here. months, but that’s out how to use the apps “ L i k e, I w a s and that. (Took four our Davy.) reading there that “It’s great,” he months, but that’s our t h ey ’re t a l k i n g says to me. “I can Davy.) about Ireland havget all the news and ing an official Indeeverything. All on pendence Day.” this little phone.”

“Are they?” I “Most of us have says. “But sure, do been doing that for we not have Padabout ten years, dy’s Day?” Davy,” I says.

“Yeah, but this I was thinking will be January 21 of mentioning – the day the first

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Dail sat back in 1919,” he says, getting all excited.

Davy loves the bit of history and harping on about the War of Independence and all the heroes and what have ye.

I’ve never been mad on wars – more of a Gandhi than a Collins man when it comes down to it – but sure, each to their own.

“I was reading about the lack of housing and lack of schools and things like that in the news,” I says to him. “Would they not be more important?”

“Of course they’re important,” he says. “But I still think these things

should be marked.”

“And who came up with this bright idea?” I asked him.

“A Senator,” he says.

“They’re going to discuss it in the Seanad!”

“The Seanad?” I says.

“Well, isn’t it just as well we voted to keep that shower a few years ago.

Who else would be looking out for these vital issues?”

Before he could pipe up, I popped the headphones back in and set off on me merry way again.

Sure, sometimes the best answers are the ones ye don’t want to hear!

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Picture: Robbie Reynolds Joanna Kelly, Simon Communities of Ireland; architect and TV presenter Dermot Bannon, and Kathryn Meghen, chief executive, Royal Institute of Architects of Ireland

Help to architect a better future with the RIAI Simon Open Door MARK O’BRIEN

ONE of the country’s best-known architects, Dermot Bannon, was on hand last week to launch the RIAI Simon Open Door campaign, aimed at raising funds to help tackle the housing and homelessness crisis.

Now in its 14th year, the campaign will run from Monday, May 14 until Sunday, May 20.

As part of the annual partnership between the RIAI and the Simon Communities, members of the public are encouraged to sign up for a one-hour consultation with an RIAI-registered architect in exchange for a donation of just €90.

All funds raised go directly to the Simon Communities of Ireland.

Since the initiative began, more than €700,000 has been raised nationally.

Last year alone generated €124,000 for the charity, which provides support services to more than 11,000 people across Ireland who are experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity.

The Dublin Simon Community provides services to more than 5,100 people and families each year across Dublin, Wicklow, Meath, Kildare, Louth and Cavan.

They work on the streets of the capital 365 nights a year, providing a Rough Sleeper team, soup runs and a mobile health unit, as well as operating a medical treatment centre for people experiencing homelessness, which was recently granted planning permission to expand to 100 beds.

A unique counselling service (“Sure Steps”) is also provided to clients to help them rebuild their lives, with the service completely funded by volun-

tary donations – just €90 covers five counselling sessions.

Niamh Randall, national spokesperson for the Simon Communities, said: “Unfortunately, homelessness in Ireland remains a major challenge.

“As of February, figures showed that almost 10,000 men, women and children remain trapped in emergency accommodation and many thousands more are experiencing housing insecurity.

“The RIAI Simon Open Door campaign is a wonderful initiative, which raises much needed funds for the Simon Communities of Ireland and supports our work in addressing the housing and homelessness crisis all around the country. Partnerships like these make a real difference.”

Speaking at the launch, Kathryn Meghen, RIAI chief executive said: “Last year, 191 RIAI-registered architects across the country completed 1,366 one-hour consultations and we would encourage as many architects as possible to again consider giving up their time to contribute their expertise for this worthy cause this year.

“Building is complex, and a consultation with an RIAI-registered architect is a great opportunity for homeowners to explore the most economic and appropriate options to meet their needs.

“We’re urging interested members of the public to book early to avoid disappointment as the slots are expected to fill up quickly.”

Registration for the week-long event is now open and home owners are encouraged to book a slot with an RIAIregistered architect in their local area by visiting www.simonopendoor.ie.

MARK O’BRIEN

T H I S ye a r ’s a n n u a l Darkness Into Light campaign has officially been launched ahead of the upcoming walk on Saturday, May 12.

This year’s campaign, Wake Up, was launched with the release of an emotive video aimed at raising awareness of how we treat one another, and how this could be a matter of life or death.

The video also aims to

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Pieta House’s chief executive, Brian Higgins, has thanked participants of the annual Darkness Into Light walk for the support they provide so that the charity can continue to provide their services free of charge destigmatise suicide and self-harm within Ireland with the help of a handful of famous faces.

Mental health advocate and academic Sinead Burke, musician and

mental health activist Niall Breslin, sports broadcaster Evanne Ni Chuilinn, Fair City actor Eric Lalor, GAA AllIreland winner Nicole Owens and the designer

of the 2018 Darkness Into Light t-shirt, Step h e n Co n s i d i n e, a l l take part in the video campaign, which was launched by Electric Ireland and Pieta House.

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WAYS TO HELP OTHERS, AND TO HELP YOURSELF, TOO

PEOPLE

PUBLIC URGED TO SIGN UP NOW FOR ANNUAL PIETA HOUSE WALK

Will you help to turn Darkness Into Light?

A host of well-known faces from across society are taking part in this year’s Darkness Into Light, and are calling on you to take part in either the main walk at the Phoenix Park, or in a similar event in your area

Niall Breslin, one of Ireland’s foremost mental health advocates, has said that it’s important that the issue of suicide is highlighted.

The musician said: “It’s never been more important to highlight the issue of suicide in Ireland and the message of kindness is especially important.”

Demand for the services that Pieta House provide has been steadily increasing, with the

chief executive of the charity Brian Higgins, thanking participants of the annual walk for the support they provide so that the charity can continue to provide their services free of charge.

He said: “Thanks to the generosity of all our participants and supporters, all of our services remain free, but the demand for them is ever-increasing.

“We all need to wake up to the stigmas that

lead people to the point of self-harm or suicidal crisis and subsequently to the doors of Pieta House to seek help.”

Now in their sixth year of partnership, Electric Ireland have said they are determined to continue supporting the communities they operate in through the Darkness Into Light initiative.

Niall Dineen, head of Commerc ial, Electric Ireland, said: “This pro-

gramme fits with our values as an organisation and our determination to continue to support the communities in which we live and operate in.

“Sadly, suicide continues to be an issue for so many families in Ireland and we know the work that Pieta House do continues to be of vital importance in helping to create a brighter future for people in their hour of need”.

Last year, more than 180,000 people took part in Darkness into Light, which is steadily becoming a national – and indeed global – movement.

Registration for this year’s event must be completed by May 4, with organisers expecting spaces to fill up quickly.

For further information about the walk and events, see www. darknessintolight.ie.

Glasnevin view is a towering success story THE O’Connell Tower at Glasnevin Cemetery Museum was officially reopened last week, concluding a remarkable restoration process of one of the city’s most striking views.

Visitors to Glasnevin Cemetery can now climb the newly installed staircase within the tower and enjoy a truly unique and spectacular view of Dublin not seen since 1971.

The reopening of the O’Connell Tower was marked by the laying of a time capsule at the base of the tower by students from the local O’Connell School in Glasnevin.

Speeches were also given by Minister for Finance and Public Expenditure and Reform Paschal Donohoe, and the chairman of Glasnevin Trust, John Green.

The O’Connell Tower was closed in 1971 when a large bomb exploded at its base, which shot up through the tower, destroying its staircase and blowing out its windows.

In partnership with the Office of Public Works (OPW), Glasnevin Trust began work in 2016 to reinstate the staircase and restore the tower.

The newly installed 198-step staircase in the O’Connell Tower comprises a wrought iron spiral staircase followed by hand carved wooden steps.

The top of the O’Connell Tower provides a 360-degree panorama affording breath-taking views to the north, south, east and west across all of Dublin, Meath, Wicklow and the Irish Sea. Admission is by ticket only, with a range of admission prices available.

BELOW: Jeffrey Mark Donaldson, MP; Commissioner of the OPW, John McMahon; chairman of Glasnevin Trust, John Green, and Minister for Finance and Public Expenditure and Reform, Paschal Donohoe.

Pictures: Julien Behal.

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SINGER/SONGWRITER John Duhan will play at Blanchardstown’s Draiocht Studio on April 27.

Known as the writer of Christy Moore’s hit, The Voyage, he will perform a selection of his greatest hits on the night from a career spanning more than 40 years.

Duhan began his career with Beat group Granny’s Intentions in the 1960s, before they disbanded when Duhan was 21.

He then went on to write folk songs and prose, receiving critical acclaim for these across the board for his work.

Tickets for the show are available now and can be booked through Draiocht’s website, priced €18.

Junk is in, darlings, in this fashionable final THE grand final of this year’s Junk Kouture competition takes place on April 19 in the 3Arena.

Known as Ireland’s leading fashion competition for secondary schools, a collection of some of the nation’s most talented fashionistas of the future will take their designs to the 3Arena stage.

Students will be wear-

ing their own creations, made from recyclable materials, in a catwalk show to showcase their looks.

Now in its eighth year, thousands of students across the country enter Junk Kouture. 2018 saw a record number of applications, with 1,533 entries whittled down to 86 for the grand final.

Tesco’s Great Irish Bake set to help raise dough for sick kids TESCO stores across Dublin will host their annual Great Irish Bake this Friday, April 20 to help raise funds for Temple Street Children’s Hospital.

Now in its fourth year, the Great Irish Bake aims to raise €100,000 for Temple Street to buy much needed medical equipment for the hospital.

More than €3m has been raised for Temple Street by the supermarket, to date, with Tesco recently announcing

that they are to extend their charity partnership with the children’s hospital.

This year, the money raised through the initiative will go towards purchasing speech and language equipment for Temple Street, used in the treatment of children with a cleft palette.

Tesco staff prepare the baked goods for the day, allowing customers to enjoy a treat while in-store activities aim to entertain as well.

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Worth harping on about Galwegian’s modern approach delights

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SOME OF THE LATEST EVENTS TAKING PLACE IN DUBLIN

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COOPER – OUR DOG OF THE WEEK STILL GOING DAFFY FOR...

THEIR time is rapidly running out, but daffodils are still proving popular with photographers – and with our readers, such as this shot by Joseph Smyth, who framed these blooms in the city centre. If you have great, high-res shots of the city that you’d love to share with fellow readers, email them to news@ dublingazette.com.

Dip into the delights of Grease on the big screen FOR one night only, classic musical, Grease, is set to return to the big screen, ready to wow old and new fans in style.

Cinema chain Odeon will be screening the 1970’s hit on April 19 across all their locations. Revisit the T-Birds and the Pink Ladies and their story of love, lust and anguish during their time at Rydell High – just in time for the Summer of love!

Although set at the tail end of the 1950s in the heart of Americana, Grease’s infectious, toe-tapping tunes have a timeless appeal that have made Olivia Newton-John and John Travolta’s unlikely romance a hit down the decades.

The screening is to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the movie. Odeon’s Dublin locations include Stillorgan, Coolock, Charlestown, Blanchardstown and Point Square.

Tickets for the special screening are available to prebook online, with prices ranging from €9.75 to €12.50.

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

Cooper is a stunninglooking two-year-old English Cocker Spaniel who cannot wait to find his perfect home.

His favourite activity is to go on a long walk to new places, where he can explore interesting smells.

Cooper is a big foodie which is great news as this makes him a dream dog to train because he is always ready to work for food.

He has brains to burn and already knows a few commands, like Sit, Stay, Fetch and Find.

Cooper gets anxious around dogs and he wants to be the centre of attention, so for this reason he would be the happiest dog in the world if he is the only

king of the castle.

At the moment we feel that a singleperson home will be best to give Cooper the 1:1 attention he truly deserves to fulfil his real potential.

Cooper is an energetic boy with brains and beauty to boot, and he will thrive in a home with lots of activities to keep his brain busy.

If you have room in your heart for Cooper, 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.

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APRIL 21 (SATURDAY)

Bryan Ferry @ Olympia Theatre, €71.50 THERE’S a Ferry good gig ahead (sorry) for those catching the now classic crooner who’s still one of the most identifiable faces of the ertswhile glam art rock wave. To call the former Roxy Music frontman’s solo career prolific would be an understatement, with a massive bank of songs to draw upon for his show.

APRIL 19 (THURSDAY) Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats @ Olympia Theatre, €30 All The Luck In The World @ Workman’s Club, €13 Ciaran Lavery @ Whelan’s Haiku @ Whelan’s (Upstairs), €10

APRIL 20 (FRIDAY) Lisa O’Neill with Pat McCabe @ Abbey Theatre, €30 The Low Anthem @ The Grand Social, €23 Mary Black sings Jimmy MacCarthy @ Vicar Street, €35 Courtney Marie Andrews @ Whelan’s, €19 Wiki @ The Workman’s Club, €17.50 Aine Cahill @ Smock Alley Theatre, €22 Overhead, The Albatross @ The Bowery, €15 Unquestionably one of Ireland’s most enthralling live rock acts, this devastatingly loud and textured instrumental act will blow you away.

Melts @ Deborah @ Whelan’s (Upstairs), €10 David Bowie Weekender featuring Rebel Rebel @ The Purty Kitchen, €15

APRIL 21 (SATURDAY) David Bowie Weekender featuring Rebel Rebel @ The Purty Kitchen, €15 Nada Surf @ Whelan’s, €21 John Sheahan and Colm Mac Com Iomaire @ Abbey Theatre Mary Black sings Jimmy MacCarthy @ Vicar Street, €35 Peter Mulvey @ The Workman’s Club, €14 Pillow Queens @ The Workman’s Club, €15 Mabel @ The Academy, €14

APRIL 22 (SUNDAY) Mercury Rev @ Whelan’s, €35 Unquestionably one of the best atmospheric, cult soft-rock bands of the last twenty years, Mercury Rev only occasionally stuck their head above the parapet, but they have countless great tunes.

APRIL 23 (MONDAY) Nashville in Concert @ 3Arena

APRIL 24 (TUESDAY) Eden @ Olympia Theatre, €20 Ruby Sessions @ Doyle’s, €7

APRIL 25 (WEDNESDAY) Awolnation @ The Academy, €28 The Vamps @ 3Arena Moor Mother + Joni + Sunken Foal @ Whelan’s, €15

Mastering the harp was a Canny move From seven-time All Ireland champion in harp and banjo as a kid, to working with some household names under the encouraging, watchful eye of a personal champion from The Police, Lisa Canny’s road to the musical big time is starting to look like it’s tilted downhill ...

GROWING up in rural County Mayo, Lisa Canny wasn’t from a particularly musical family, but she fell in love with music, fast.

Practising intensely on harp and banjo as a child, she rose to the level of  JAMES HENDICOTT All Ireland Champion in both instruments, not once, or twice – but an incredible seven times.

Now, she’s looking to establish herself in a wholly different world.

“The All Irelands were very competitive – up to 50 people from each county, and you had to finish first or second in your county to make the All Ireland. I was very competitive,” Canny jokes. “It’s a huge deal to get out of your county.

“I remember the first time I won. Driving home, they had the banners out for miles driving up to the house, like a football final! I had a big homecoming. It kept me going through those years when being a redhead playing harp and banjo wasn’t so cool.”

Later, having decided she wanted to do a phd in music at UCC, Canny asked legendary music professor Mel Mercier (now at UL) to be her supervisor.

“He said he thought I should be on the stage,” she recalls. “He said he’d take me on ‘this day next year’, if I showed him for one year that I’d just done performance, because he thought that’s where I should be. I left with my tail between my legs, but thank God he did that. On the next tour, everything changed.”

Canny was touring with a band called Celtic Crossroads when she was approached by a man in the audience. “Forget this band,” he said, “You need to be a solo artist, baby.” That man was Miles Copeland, of Sting-fronted band, The Police. At the time, Canny had never written a song, and had focused heavily on Irish traditional ballads.

It’s taken several years to reach her current status, which has seen Canny work with the likes of The Kaiser Chiefs and Akon as a songwriter, but also to get herself in a place to release her own work.

Despite her success – her online following, for example, has gone up by 400% in the past year – the new single, Freedom, and forthcoming EP are Canny’s first formal releases.

“I was living two lives in Ireland,” she remembers. “I was doing the trad thing, but also trying to establish this original work. It was hard to manage both of them, so I decided to start being who I needed to be; to make it work in London. From the get go, I was the hip-hop harpist over there.”

Today, you’ll find Canny writing her own stuff, but also grabbing an online reputation in covering the likes of Metallica (her version of Nothing Else Happens alone has a million views online since January), Beyonce and Christy Moore.

She’s also releasing a song every week this year; a memorable blend of originals and covers. “It’s been a very purposeful plan to get a following up. I’ve been able to do two Irish tours now without releasing anything,” she tells us.

“It’s been incredible. I’m very excited to finally get something out there. It’s time. It’s become my life.”

Lisa Canny follows the release of debut single Freedom (left) with an Irish tour, including a show at the Chalk Venue in Swords of May 31.

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ENTERTAINMENT Record Store Day fun AUSSIE QUARTET BACK AFTER BREAK over at Tower Records  RACHEL D’ARCY AS A staple in any music fanatics calendar, this year’s Record Store Day will take place this Saturday, with Tower Records hosting a number of events to celebrate the event.

They’ll be throwing open their doors at 8am sharp on Saturday for a long day of musical celebration.

There’ll be DJ sets in store from 12pm from a whole heap of acts including The Hot Sprockets, The Fontaines DC and Today FM’s Claire Beck, with more to be announced.

Radio Nova will also stop by to broadcast live from the Dawson Street outlet.

Anyone who makes a purchase on April 21 will be entered into a draw to win a huge selection of goodies – from tickets to the Gorillaz or Beck, tickets to The National, a Record Store Day turntable or tickets to Forbidden Fruit.

Keeping music fanatics full on the day will be Wowburger, whose Wicklow Street branch have teamed up with the record store stalwart to provide a deal for hungry music fans.

If you show your April 21 Tower receipt in store, you’ll get a burger and a pint for €10.

Dun Laoghaire’s famous Teddy’s Ice Cream will also be parked up outside Tower Records, bringing a little sunshine to the city as they serve free 99s to customers bearing a Tower receipt.

Tower are also currently hosting a vinyl sale filled with albums new and old with bargains galore, encouraging people to begin or update their collections with hundreds of titles available.

Be quick, though, as the sale ends this Sunday!

Youngblood: A grown-up sound for 5SOS guys

 RACHEL D’ARCY AFTER taking some time off to focus on their new album, 5 Seconds of Summer are back with a bang.

The Aussie boys are revving up to release their third album, Youngblood, on June 22, after taking a career break to truly define and reimagine their sound.

Once hailed as the “biggest new rock act” in the world by legendary magazine Rolling Stone, 5 Seconds of Summer’s (5SOS) previous two albums – Sounds Good Feels Good, and their titular titled effort – have seen them score numerous number ones across

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The 5SOS emerging now are totally different to the boys who used to record YouTube covers in their bedrooms the globe, shifting more than 1.5 million albums globally.

Yo u n g b l o o d m a r ks a more mature sound for the quartet, driving away from their poppypunk roots and towards a more indie, older sound, growing up alongside the fans that first drove them to number one four years ago.

“Growing up is what we had to do on Youngblood,” says vocalist/guitarist Luke Hemmings.

5SOS started when the band – comprising Hemmings, drummer Ashton Irwin, guitarist Michael Clifford and bassist Calum Hood – were all barely out of school, aged from 14 to 16 years old.

Now, all aged in their early 20s, the 5SOS emerging now are totally different to the boys who used to record YouTube covers of popular rock/ emo tracks in their bedrooms.

“Seven years as a band

may seem like a long time, but we were teenagers when we started.

“We had to look at each other and say, ‘Are we going to stop now, or do this forever? Because if we continue, we have to go farther than we ever have before’,” Hemmings said.

To celebrate the new r e l e a s e, H e m m i n g s and the rest of 5SOS embarked on their smallest tour in years, playing some of the more intimate venues Europe had to offer before heading on to the US leg of the promo tour.

Venues averaged a capacity of 1,000 compared to the arenas they usually grace, and fans

who were lucky enough to snatch tickets to the gigs were treated to a selection of startling new tracks including title track Youngblood, released as the second single from the record last week.

Re p o r t s f r o m t h e shows were glowing, showing that even with a change in sound, the band are still as loved by fans as ever.

Youngblood is a departure from the AmericanApparel-clad She Looks So Perfect sound of years gone by, and a departure from the 5SOS we once knew; now destined for bigger, bolder horizons with legions of fans by their side.

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THE ROCK’S LATEST WILL AMUSE CINEMA | RAMPAGE MAY NOT SMASH MANY RECORDS, BUT IT’S ENTERTAINING

Monkeying about proves plenty of fun A MERCILESS beast goes on the loose in the city, leaving a trail of violence and devastation behind him as the authorities try to grab him before there’s any more carnage – But enough about Bruce Willis’ latest film – the disastrous remake of the Charles Bronson (ahem) classic, Death Wish, which is currently stinking up cinema screens – here’s Rampage (Cert 12A, 107 mins) instead.

People of a certain age may recall an old 1986 game which saw players guide a monster around a single-screen cityscape, smashing buildings until they collapsed, chomping tasty humans, and trying

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to leave King Kong-lossal damage in their wake.

Well, it’s taken some 30-something years, but we’re finally treated to much the same thing with a film loosely – very loosely – based on the game, with The Rock weighing in to keep the gloriously dumb action rolling along.

Dumb isn’t the word – this one is strictly a nobrainer, following the stress and tension of last week’s film, A Quiet Place.

Wildlife expert and anti-

poacher The Rock is called into action when pathogens from space infect a number of beasts, including his gorilla pal, causing extreme growth and termperament changes.

It’s not long before the big, bad beasties are – all together now – rampaging, with The Rock doing his all to help stop them before Chicago is destroyed.

It’s a classic high-concept film, which could easily be summed up as ‘Man tries to stop monsters destroying the city’.

There’s not much more to it than that, despite the best efforts of the plot to unnecessarily make things a little more complex.

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A QUIET PLACE

Full of sssh-penseful high-stakes tension and stress EMILY Blunt takes another confident step into sci-fi territory with A Quiet Place (Cert 15A, 90 mins), which briskly tells of a family’s desperate struggle to survive in a world that’s been decimated by strange monsters. With the slightest noise drawing the monsters’ attention towards any nearby noisy, delicious humans, the film creates an unusual amount of stress, and while it’s far from silent it forces the audience itself to form a quiet place to best appreciate the tightrope tension.

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All you have to do is decide which letter is represented by which number!

To start you off, we reveal the codes for two or three letters.

As you find letters, enter them in the key and into the grid.

Cross off the letters in the A to Z list.

Virtually baffling for some, but an entertaining romp

I just heard that Sting/ Shaggy duet and, lord, it puts Galway Girl and perhaps even the Crimean War into perspective @Sathnam We hear you, brother – we’d rather hear anyone, in fact, than those two together

ENTERTAINMENT

PACKED to the brim with gaming and pop culture references, director Stephen Spielberg’s latest, Ready Player One (Cert 12A, 140 mins) goes out on a limb to bring us a near future world that’s virtually brilliant (if you’re a gamer), but may be a bit baffling for many others. A youth races to find a secret that’s hidden somewhere in the all-pervasive virtual reality that many people escape from slums and dreary reality into – but in doing so he draws actual, real-world danger ever closer ...

PACIFIC RIM UPRISING

Not quite the monster of a sequel fans had hoped for IT’S hard to make a mess of a film about giant robots (more or less) fighting giant Kaiju (monsters) in dense urban cityscapes, but there’s just something a little derivative about Pacific Rim Uprising (Cert 12A, 111 mins). Leading the troops is John Boyega, who turns in a nicely charismatic performance, but as sequels go it’s missing a little of the sly wit of its impressive predecessor. Still, at least the visuals are great, and it’s not as offensively dumb as the terrible T**********s films.

Whoa, whoa! The Rock swears that his ape pal – and the trouble it gets into – will get an awful lot bigger in Rampage (and he’s proven right on both counts)

similar films pouring into cinemas in recent years, and Rampage doesn’t add anything particularly new to the genre.

Still, The Rock is as char-

ismatic as ever, the effects are decent, and the support – including Jeffrey Dean Morgan, all but channelling his Negan character from The Walking Dead

– is on top form.

Maybe you won’t go ape for this, but at least it’s not as monstrously bad as Death Wish. Sorry, Bruce.

Verdict: 7/10

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GALLERIES

Joy Neville, who received a Sports Person of the Year Award. Robbie Reynolds

Celebrating some extraordinary people H

ISTORIAN Catherine Corless, the Irish Coast Guard, crew of Rescue 116, rugby referee Joy Neville and campaigner Vera Twomey were among those honoured at the Rehab People of the Year Awards. The star-studded black-tie ceremony, which was hosted by Grainne Seoige and Aidan Power, saw ten winners recognised for their heroic deeds and remarkable achievements.

Harry Flynn and his sister Molly Flynn who received the Young Person of the Year Award

Ifrah Ahmed, International Person of the Year Award

Colette Byrne received a Everyday Hero Award

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Martina Jennings with Sile Seoige and Suzanne Walsh

Brian Farrell and Aoibheann McCaul

Vera Twomey, received a People of the Year Award

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Maia Dunphy with Anna Geary and Ksenia Zsikhotska

Dianna Bunici

James Gannon receiving the Cyril Donnellan

Catherine Corless

Community Group of the Year Award

Fr Peter McVerry

Clementine MacNice and James Patrice

Joy Neville and Simona Coppola

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Northern wonders ACROSS THE BORDER | HEAD ‘UP’ TO DISCOVER A WIDE RANGE OF DIVERSE ATTRACTIONS

SYLVIA POWNALL

Travel Editor THERE’S a quiet revolution happening across the border as more and more tourists discover the hidden gems of Northern Ireland.

Fermanagh is the latest addition to the ‘must see’ list for holidaymakers – though with 195,000 visitors to Belleek Pottery alone last year, it’s no big surprise.

Tourist attractions such as the Marble Arch Caves and Enniskillen Castle are also a big hit with sightseers, along with the Cuilcagh Boardwalk, also known as the Stairway to Heaven.

Part of the trip through the underwater caves has to be made by boat – kids will love it! Florence Court is well worth a visit, particularly if the weather is good which is ideal for exploring its charming gardens.

Cuilcagh is regarded as one of the most beautiful walking trails in the world and this weekend (Sunday, April 22) there’s a guided walk of the hikers’ trail – a not-to-bemissed event for those who love the outdoors.

The SHARE discovery village is hosting an afternoon tea and cruise event on April 28, allowing visitors to experience the stunning scenery at Lough Erne while indulging in a glass of bubbly and a selection of delicacies.

The fully guided tour of Upper Lough Erne is hands-down the most relaxing way to experience the beauty of the lake.

Are you a Maguire, or do you know a Maguire?

If so, then sign up for the

Maguire History Weekend at Enniskillen Castle from May 11-13.

This annual weekend presents an exciting and varied programme exploring the history and heritage of the Fermanagh namesake.

The Lough Erne heritage exhibition runs until June 24 at Enniskillen Castle (inset, left) and showc a s e s some of the work of Lough Erne Heritage which ensures that its unique artefacts, history, traditions and records are preserved and celebrated.

Then there’s the worldfamous Belleek Pottery, not to mention water sports aplenty and a host of great pubs and restaurants. If you can fit it in, Lusty Begs on Boa Island is a lovely spot for lunch

or dinner.

Tanya Cathcart, who welcomes visitors at Fermanagh Lakeland Tourism, says: “It’s bursting at the seams with exciting things to see and do, which make it the perfect place for a long weekend or short break.

“We may not always get the weather we would like, but we certainly make up for it in terms of interesting things to experience, including a wide range of historical tourist attractions, water sports and outdoor activities.”

If retail therapy is your thing then Enniskillen is your best bet – why not purchase an Enniskillen gift card in advance to set your budget and make things that bit easier?

For details on accommodation offers, visitor attractions and how to purchase a gift card see www.fermanaghlakelands.com/hello.

From the top: Crom Estate, the Cuilcagh Boardwalk, Belleek Pottery, Florence Court, and Castle Coole

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FOOD & TRAVEL Jayna McCloskey and Max Barrett help Dr Marian Faughnan, chief specialist in nutrition, safefood launch the new five-year campaign.

Picture: Jason Clarke

A call to join a day of action to tackle the rising use of plastics IF YOU’RE concerned about the increasingly high levels of plastic on supermarket shelves, environmentalists want you to join a ‘Shop and Drop’ day of action on Saturday, April 21.

Oison Coghlan, director of Friends of the Earth, said: “People are just sick of plastic, and sick of having more and more of it dumped on us by retailers who make us responsible for trying to recycle it.

“Far too much of our fruit and vegetables are packed and wrapped in plastic, for example.

“There are lots of things shops can do to reduce plastic packaging and we’re hoping people will use this day of action on April 21 to show supermarkets that we want them to act.”

The ‘Shop and Drop’ encourages consumers to leave extraneous plastic packaging at the point of retail, and to question what retailers are doing to reduce their use of plastics.

A plastic bottle: Marion Something that’s just a moment in Briggs, the your hand – but volunteer national which could coordinator potentially of the day of float about as action, added: rubbish for “Shows such decades (or as Blue Planet even longer) II and the in the sea news that there’ll be more plastic in the sea than fish by 2050 have highlighted the adverse impact plastic has on our natural environment and wildlife.”

Iceland goes cold on using palm oil in its own-label foodstuffs ICELAND has announced that it will stop using palm oil as an ingredient in all its own-label food by the end of 2018.

Growing demand for palm oil for use in food products, cosmetics and biodiesel is devastating tropical rainforests across South East Asia.

In Indonesia and Malaysia, where expanding palm oil and wood pulp plantations are the biggest driver of deforestation, many species are being threatened with extinction, including orangutans, which are already critically endangered.

Palm oil is currently found in 50% of all supermarket products, from bread to biscuits and breakfast cereal to soap – despite this, 35% of consumers are unaware of what palm oil is, or its usage.

Once informed about palm oil and its devastating impact on the environment, most people say that they do not believe palm oil should be used in food products.

Iceland’s reduction project is already well under way, with palm oil successfully removed from 50% of its own-label range.

NEW CAMPAIGN TO ENCOURAGE HEALTHY EATING IN FAMILIES

Go coconuts for the freshest food WITH the run in to the summer (and hopefully being able to get out and about more), safefood, the HSE and Healthy Ireland are encouraging parents to reduce the amount of treat foods given to children.

Research reveals almost one fifth (19%) of the average weekly family food shop is spent on highlyprocessed ‘treat’ foods such as crisps, chocolates and sweets. This compares

with only 10% spent on fruit and 7% on vegetables.

The research found that on average, families with children spent €1,037 last year on treat foods.

In comparison, the spend on fruit was €521 and €346 on vegetables.

The research was carried out to coincide with the latest phase of START, a five-year public health awareness campaign from safefood, the HSE and

Healthy Ireland.

The campaign is encouraging families to take the first step towards a healthier lifestyle for their children by supporting them to start with one daily win and to persist with the changes, no matter how difficult they become.

Sarah O’Brien, HSE national lead on the START campaign, said: “We all love to treat our children or grandchildren,

and many of us do it with these types of snacks and sugary foods, knowing in our hearts that it would be better not to.

“Our research with parents shows that almost half (49%) give treat foods at weekends, and of these more than one in four (27%) use them as a reward during the week.

“But on a very positive note, it also shows that almost half of us parents

have tried to change our children’s eating habits, and better again, 88% of us have persisted with that change.

“So, when it comes to treat foods, together we can make that change and ensure our families lead healthier lives.”

To find out more about the START campaign and ways to make a healthy, positive start see www. makeastart.ie.

Howth launch for Lambay Irish Whiskey HOWTH was the setting for the launch of the Lambay Irish Whiskey Company last week.

Brand manager Sabine Sheehan said: “We are a small, craft, independent Irish whiskey with a unique taste and are focused on sharing our Lambay Whiskey with

the community of whiskey lovers around Ireland.”

A maritime theme started the evening with a short boat excursion towards Lambay Island courtesy of Dublin Bay Cruises followed by fine food, whiskey cocktails and live music afterwards in

Howth Yacht Club.

Guests enjoyed delicious Lambay Whiskey cocktails such as the recently recommended cocktail of the month from Chilled Magazine, The Selkie.

Music was provided by Skerries duo, The Finns, who performed

their exclusive track, Lambay.

Lambay Whiskey is available to buy in key Dublin off-licences, whiskey bars and locations, including L Mulligan Grocers, Celtic Whiskey Shop, Peter’s Pub, the Ragtrader, Sheehans, The Bank, and The Temple Bar.

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HOME | GETTING READY FOR SUMMER

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1)Climbing plants like clematis make use of vertical boundaries 2) Climbing roses look lovely but need careful pruning 3) Clever use of planting can soften the appearance of boundary walls 4) Hydrangea petiolaris clings to walls by means of aerial roots

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BARBECUE? RACHEL D’ARCY We know - with the wintery weather conditions as of late, it’s hard to envision an Ireland where we can cook al fresco and have a garden that we can actually get use out of. With Met Eireann constantly dangling prospects of higher temperatures above our heads, though,

our daydreaming

of a lovely barbeque with family and friends becomes more plausible. Aldi have us covered, too - they’re delivering all the goods we need for a fashionable yet functional Summer soiree.

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Setting boundaries  Anne Byrne

Garden Design WHATEVER size your garden is, there will be some sort of boundary separating it from the world outside and the boundary has an important role to play in a number of ways. In towns and cities we need to enclose our own space and create a private area outside our homes for our own personal use, and in more rural areas with larger gardens the boundaries may be further away from the house itself, but still have an important role to play in the design of the garden.

A secure boundary is usually the first consideration, to keep small children and pets safely inside the garden, and unwelcome intruders out – these may be of the two legged or four legged kind, and any country dweller who’s had an unscheduled visit from an escaped herd of livestock will know just how much damage they can do in a very short time.

The choice of boundary also plays an important role in the garden design. In a town garden where space is limited, a poorly planned boundary can make you feel hemmed in and often isn’t adequate to ensure a comfortable feeling of privacy. Clever design can make a world of difference here. The use of climbing plants can

help to soften the starkness of walls, while introducing changes of level, for instance in the form of raised beds, reduces the stark contrast between a small, flat space and a high boundary wall. Adding height to the internal layout also helps encourage the eye to linger on interesting features within the garden itself rather than the four walls enclosing it.

In larger gardens, particularly in less built up areas, the boundary can play a role in helping the garden to blend in with the surrounding area, especially if there are views of countryside beyond. Sometimes the challenge here is to provide a sense of enclosure and indeed shelter when needed, without completely screening attractive views that you want to hang on to. It’s a lot to think about!

When I’m called in to design garden plans, clients often assume that planting climbers is a good way to disguise an unattractive boundary. It can work, but you have to be careful, as you could end up drawing attention to the very feature you’re anxious to conceal.

Climbing plants have hugely varying rates of growth, with some taking years to make any visual impact, while others can run riot and create another problem for you to solve.

Some climbers will need support

such as timber trellis or garden wire secured to the boundary, while others will attach themselves to walls or fences by means of aerial roots, which are very difficult to remove if you want to clean or re-paint the wall.

You also need to consider whether you want an evergreen or deciduous climber, and whether you want to go for attractive foliage or whether flowers are more important. Finally, the maintenance needs of climbers vary widely, with some needing hardly any, others needing just an annual trim, and some, such as wisteria and climbing roses, look stunning but you need to know how to look after them.

Here are a few suggestions for different situations to get you thinking: • Hydrangea petiolaris – this selfclinging, deciduous climber will tolerate shade so its white blooms can brighten up a north or east facing wall.

• Akebia quinata – also known as chocolate vine, attractive deciduous leaves and unusual purple – pink pendant flowers in spring.

• Lonicera japonica “Halliana” – this Japanese honeysuckle is semi - evergreen, meaning it will keep its leaves in a mild winter, and although its flowers are less showy than deciduous varieties, they have a lovely fragrance.

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FRESH IDEAS FOR YOUR HOME AND WARDROBE

Gym Plus Coffee takes to the Dublin Mountains

FOLLOWING the success of its Classic range, Irish active wear brand Gym+Coffee has launched two brand new colours in its best-selling hoody.

The new Forest Green and Midnight Navy Taking to the Dublin mountains to shoot this campaign, Gym+Coffee founder Niall Horgan said, “We chose the Ticknock Forest for this photoshoot because it is such a unique location and mirrors the colours of the hoodies in the natural surroundings.

At G+C, we believe a healthy balance in life is essential. Gym plus coffee, exercise plus socialising - is key.

Another balance to strike is urban and rural and finding the right balance between city life and the outdoors can help maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Ticknock is just 15 minutes outside Dublin city and the perfect escape from hectic urban life.”

The hoodies, which have become a favourite in fitness circles with fans including Bodycoach Joe Wicks, Brian O’Driscoll and The Happy Pear Twins, as well as Roz Purcell and Nicky Byrne. These colours are available in both women’s and men’s styles and are priced at €60.00. The hoodies are available online from www. gympluscoffee.com.

BEAUTY FROM THE BURREN THE BURREN PERFUMERY, located in the heart of the Burren in Co. Clare, expertly makes small batch perfumes and certified organic cosmetics inspired by the iconic limestone landscape of the Burren and its unique flora. The Burren Perfumery also has a range of certified organic herbal balms, which offer an abundance of soothing properties. These natural herbal balms are blended from the highest quality organic plant oils.

The Burren Perfumery’s herbal balms are soil association certified 100% organic, made only from natural plants and oils, and available in a range of different skin conditions/dry and damaged skin issues. The collection includes a variety of therapeutic properties; Arnica (soothes muscular pains and general aches), Borage (cools and soothes skin suffering from dermatitis and eczema), Calendula (relieves minor burns, sunburn, eczema and chapped skin), Comfrey (wellknown traditionally used herb with antibacterial qualities for humans and animals alike, reduces swelling, heals bruises, insect bites, stings and minor wounds).

Soothing and effective with no synthetics or hidden ingredients, the herbal balms can be used on all parts of the body, including the face. The Burren Perfumery’s herbal balms are both calming and restorative. They are suitable for even the most sensitive skin types. The full range of The Burren Perfumery products are available at The Burren Perfumery, online at www.burrenperfumery.com, and in Avoca stores nationwide. The herbal balms are available for RRP €18.

The Burren Perfumery’s organic Comfrey Herbal Balm

HOME & STYLE

BeautyBITS

NCAD student, Ciara Masterson

River Island award their 2018 bursary RIVER ISLAND have awarded their 2018 bursary to NCAD student, Ciara Masterson. Ciara, from Dublin, was selected

by NCAD’s current design controller Lucy Moller to win the €3,500 bursary. As well as this, Ciara’s functional yet fashion forward collection for Spring/Summer 2018 has secured her a three-month internship with River Island at the studio in London.

The bursary is highly sought after, with previous winners having seen their designs sold in River Island stores across the globe. This is the fifteenth year of the bursary, which offers final year NCAD students the chance to win the coveted internship at their head studio. Many of the winners of the bursary go on to become full time members of the River Island design team, including current design controller Lucy Moller, who won the 2006 bursary.

Moller said: “River Island’s NCAD bursary launched my fashion career 12 years ago. Our industry thrives on fresh ideas, and it’s fantastic to give NCAD graduates the chance to work as an extension of our design team.”

Ciara’s winning collection is a combination of fashion and function, featuring pieces that can be easily adapted for different purposes. An example is an oversized check coat and dress that can be adapted by using the built in drawstring belts to change them into a more structured silhouette.

The palette of her collection is fresh and Spring-like, utilising tonal neutrals alongside rouching for more texture and definition in Ciara’s designs.

Angela O’Kelly, head of design for body and environment at NCAD, said the support of River Island is central within the college’s fashion division.

“The ongoing support of River Island is central to supporting activity within our Fashion division at N.C.A.D. Each year the River Island project advances skill set in the students, developing knowledge and expertise in key areas of innovative high street fashion design.

The bursary and placement in River Island’s design studios in London offer invaluable experience for our graduates, and a superb launch pad into the fashion industry.”

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TECH TIME We all have a role to play in monitoring contentious social media advertising

SHANE DILLON

I USUALLY have plenty of space to go through the best games winners at the just-held Bafta gaming awards – alas, not this year and week.

So, head over to the official site (www. bafta.org/games) for the full breakdown of some of the biggest and best games, technical

achievements, and industry highlights from the past year given top awards by the Baftas.

Now firmly established as one of the world’s gold standards in gaming excellence, this year the Baftas selected What Remains of Edith Finch (above) as the best game, adding yet another win to the excellent, narrative-driven tale of a quirkily doomed family line.

Some sillier moments amidst Facebook focus WITH another week of revelations about Facebook again casting a cold light on the tech titan’s workings and data protection issues, there were at least some amusing moments from the mild toasting that Mark Zuckerberg experienced from ageing senators as he appeared before them to answer questions recently.

Who wouldn’t feel sorry for Mark when he visibly paused

after being asked, with a straight face, how Facebook makes money if it’s free? “With advertising.”

It’s hard to say who was more confused – the senator asking such an obvious question, or Mark being momentarily blindsided by it .

A special nod must also be given to the person who attended the hearing... dressed as a Russian troll (right)!

Shining a social media light on a royal drama SPEAKING of YouTube (see column, right), its role in the drama of a r u n away UAE princess was highlighted again this week with the reappearance of a sensational social media story from last month.

Princess Sheikha Latifa (32), a daughter of Dubai’s ruler, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al-Maktoum, had posted a self-filmed video (inset) to the social media platform announcing that she intended to flee the kingdom to pursue her own life and freedom.

Perhaps publicly posting your intentions to flee somewhere isn’t the greatest idea – it’s just been reported that Princess Latifa has been ‘brought back’, with a lengthy Time

Magazine article online reporting that Princess Latifa had been grabbed ‘kicking and screaming’ by commandos who intercepted the boat she was on in the Arabian Sea, as well as reporting much more besides on the story.

Social media’s role in this very public incident provides a dark flip side to sunny Dubai’s international image as a luxury stopover destination for tourists, despite ongoing issues over worker and human rights criticisms which, it seems, most tourists don’t consider much.

Social media watchers and human rights observers, however, will continue to be on the lookout for Princess Latifa, who remains currently missing and silent...

FOLLOWING on from my article last week about the potentially offensive use of people with Down syndrome in the upcoming ‘Repeal’ referendum – even though several leading Down syndrome advocates have explicitly requested that nobody on either side of the debate does so – I’ve been given a little more insight into this issue from YouTube.

A helpful, senior YT figure confirmed to me that “ads go through a combination of human and algorithmic review – and we have teams all over the world on this team including Ireland”.

More explicitly, they also added: “We have a set of policies which determine which ads can and cannot run on our platform.

“We review these policies regularly and make changes to keep them current and effective.

“We are aware of the upcoming [Repeal] referendum and are working hard to ensure that no bad actors use our platform to show offensive, inappropriate or harmful ads.”

They also pointed out that YouTube users can report any ads that they find to be offensive.

It’s a standard enough answer, but given the volume of content added to YouTube every minute – and to any and all other leading social media platforms – it’s understandable that content can’t be more tightly policed.

Regardless of your views in the upcoming referendum, here’s hoping that users do avail of such platforms’ feedback tools and forms to report any offensive or inappropriate ads, including those using people with Down syndrome as blunt instruments to hammer home any particular viewpoint.

MACHINE OF THE WEEK

Allspace stretches Tiguan to seven seats Volkswagen has added extra space to its popular Tiguan SUV in the form of the recently introduced Tiguan Allspace which Michael Moroney took for a recent test drive. This new more spacious Tiguan has a lot to offer, for not a lot more than the compact 5 seat version.

WHEN VOLKSWAGEN upgraded the Tiguan back in 2016 it was inevitable that they would soon offer a seven-seat version of the popular SUV. And so it has come to pass, over a year later the seven-seat Tiguan is now available with more space and flexibility in the new car offer.

In modern urban motoring SUV’s have replaced people carriers in terms of choice and they need to have the larger family capacity to fit that bill.

There are now a growing number of seven-seat SUV options on the market, where the priority is space, flexibility in terms of seating and comfort.

This new Tiguan is called the Tiguan Allspace and it comes with a wheelbase that’s 109 mm longer than the regular Tiguan.

The extension means that a third row of seats can be easily accommodated.

This third row of seats can be folded flat, too, opening up a larger luggage area when needed.

The third row of seats can be folded and brought back up for seating very easily and effortlessly. You get an extra 125 litres of

boot space when you fold the third row of seats flat, to make the Tiguan Allspace and impressive load carrier, when needed. And there is a space saver spare wheel included under the floor, by some impressive

still my preference over any petrol versions, especially with a full load on board and over longer runs. The Highline specification version that I drove was fitted with Volkswagen’s DSG automatic

Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace 2.0 TD Engine Engine power 0 – 100km/hr Economy

2.0 litre 150hp 9.8 seconds 20km/litre

Fuel Tank Capacity CO2 emissions Road Tax Band Main Service Euro NCAP Rating Towing rating Warranty Entry Price

58 litres 129g/km B1 €270 20,000km/12 months 5 star (2016) 2000kgs 3 years (100,000km) €37,120

engineering design.

In most other respects this Tiguan Allspace is comparable to the slightly smaller five-seat version.

Adding that extra row of seats gives the car much more flexibility without any significant changes in terms of performance for the Volkswagen 2.0-litre turbo-diesel engine.

This 150bhp engine is

(4.9l/100km or 58mpg)

gearbox and that added significantly to the driving comfort. The car was an all-wheel-drive version using Volkswagen’s 4Motion technology and while still feeling wintery, it was not necessary to put that extra drive system to the ultimate test.

For many family SUV buyers the Tiguan Allspace choice offers more

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WHAT’S NEW IN TECHNOLOGY AND ON WHEELS

TECH & MOTORS

The new Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace comes with impressive large and flexible space that’s easy to use

Ford has a new version of the Focus on the way

A new era for Ford as it unveils new Focus FORD claims that its new Focus has been designed from a clean sheet of paper, and that it ushers in a new era for technology, comfort, space and driving experience for mid-size car customers. The new Focus design for expanded line-up includes first Focus Active crossover and upscale Focus Vignale.

Ford claims that the new Focus will offer the most sophisticated range of Ford driver assistance technologies ever offered to Ford customers. They claim that this new technology is seamlessly integrated to enable an intuitive, stress-reducing and refined driving experience.

The advanced technologies include, Adaptive Cruise

in terms of space for not a lot extra in terms of cost. The entry model differences in price are just over €1,600 before extras and that’s not a lot when you’re getting an extra row of seats and a lot more storage space if needed, when they are folded.

There are no obvious fuel economy or performance downsides when opting for the 7 seat version. While the performance might be marginal-

ly lower, for most drivers, it will not be noticeable, meaning that running costs will be virtually equivalent.

What you’ll also like is the solid feel for which Volkswagen is renowned and you’ll feel good driving this latest Tiguan. The inside is equally modern with new generation digital instruments that are clear to view and easy to use.

The steering wheel is very tactile and lovely to

Mercedes challenge Tesla with electric S class

Keeping distractions inside your car to a minimum

MERCEDES-BENZ is developing a battery-powered S Class car to challenge Tesla’s Model S in the market for luxury high-end electric cars. The all-electric S Class will be part of Mercedes Benz’s plans to introduce 10 all-electric vehicles by 2022.

The new car will be supported by some plug-in hybrid models offering which Mercedes Benz claim will offer a totally different battery range than today, while conventional vehicles will feature so-called mild hybrids with 48-volt technology in a shift away from pure combustion power. With the new cars Mercedes Benz will meet China’s planned electric-car quota.

use, not too big either with full controls included. The seat position was good but it took a little time to get to my comfort zone. There is good rear legroom and the high positions for all seats are appreciated with good headroom. Individual rear seat adjustment is included but only the two outer rear seats are ISO-Fix compatible.

There is a large screen for radio and infotainment controls that was easy to set up and use. Connecting

IN MODERN Dublin city driving there are hosts of distractions around us when we’re driving, such as pedestrians, cyclists and motorbikes. But how often do we check what potential distractions we have inside our vehicle? Here we list five items that could cause a distraction while driving.

Driving safely requires total concentration, try to minimise any distractions within the car which may affect this. If you do need to make a telephone call or make adjustments to the settings of the vehicle, find somewhere to pull over safely and do it at your leisure. Being distracted can lead to errors in your judgement and may result in a collision or at best, a close call.

Smoking and vaping: Bear in

my phone with Bluetooth was quick and easy. The test Tiguan came with satnav included and it is also possible to use your phone to connect with Google maps rather than opt for the more expensive factory sat nav system.

The 2.0 litre turbo-diesel Tiguan Allspace entry price starts at €37,120.

That’s very competitive relative to the new Peugeot 5008, Renault Koleos and Skoda Kodiak, all of which offer the 7 seat

mind that there are legal restrictions on smoking in vehicles.

If you do smoke or vape inside your car, this could be a distraction. What if you drop it? Where would your focus be? And have you thought about how the smoke from your vape could get in the way of the road?

Car technology: As helpful as technology can be, this can also lead to less focus on the road. For example, a sat-nav can tempt you to take a quick glance as you look at the map. To avoid taking your eye off the road, keep your sat-nav out of sight and listen to the instructions rather than looking. It always helps if you plan your route beforehand. If you need to adjust it, pull into a safe place to do so.

Food and drink: Eating or

option in their ranges.

The rated economy figure of 20km/ litre (4.9l/100km or 58mpg) will be difficult to achieve, so expect a 30% lower performance such as I achieved over my 800km testing programme. That level of economy is probably a more realistic assessment of how you measure your potential running costs.

Compared with the competition, there is little between them.

drinking in your vehicle slows down your reaction time. It’s better to take a short break to consume your food; this way you don’t have one hand off the steering wheel, so there’s no opportunity for you to be distracted.

Phones/radio/CDs: Music can become a distraction when you’ve put the volume too high

Control (ACC) now enhanced with Stop & Go, Speed Sign Recognition and Lane-Centring for effortlessly negotiating stop-start traffic Ford’s Adaptive Front Lighting System with new camera-based Predictive curve light and Sign-based light that pre-adjust headlamp patterns for improved visibility by monitoring bends in the road and for the first time in the industry, road signs.

The new Focus is the first vehicle globally to be based on Ford’s new C2 platform designed to enhance crash performance; deliver more interior space for Ford’s mid-size models without negatively impacting exterior dimensions; and support improved aerodynamics for better fuel-efficiency. Ford has invested €600 million at Ford’s German Saarlouis assembly facility, for the new car.

which can prevent you from hearing any key sounds, such as emergency services. Either turn it off or lower the volume so you are still aware of your surroundings.

Car ancillaries: This means things like indicators, lights, windscreen wipers etc. When we use these while driving and

are unfamiliar with the location of the controls, our attention is not 100% on the road. Even worse, we can sometimes take our eyes of the road for a split second or two. Learn where the controls are to minimise distraction, so you can operate them as safely as possible.

Richard says: “Driving safely requires total concentration, try to minimise any distractions within the car which may affect this. If you do need to make a telephone call or make adjustments to the settings of the vehicle, find somewhere to pull over safely and do it at your leisure. Being distracted can lead to errors in your judgement and may result in a collision or at best, a close call. Why take the chance?”

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DRIVING ON: DUBLIN BUS’S FAI SENIOR SHOT:

THE COLDCUT club will host Firhouse Clover in a west Dublin derby on Sunday with a place in the FAI Cup proper at stake.

The Bus have struggled for consistency in Sunday Senior 1 this season and currently sit just a point clear of the relegation places, but have had a great run to the semi-finals of the FAI Intermediate Cup. Bus manager Darren Matthews is ambitious that his side can make their mark even further.

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LET DUBLIN GAZETTE NEWSPAPERS INFORM YOU OF THE HIGHLIGHTS AND SCORES OF YOUR FAVOURITE TEAMS RUGBY | STAPLETON MAKES KEY IMPACT IN SEMIS WIN

Belvo knock Railway off final track  sport@dublingazette.com

OLD Belvedere won one of the best women’s rugby club matches of the year at Park Avenue on Saturday, edging out second-placed Railway Union 10-7 to set up a league final tilt next weekend.

This was a game of immense skill, entertainment and thrills. It was a platform for some of the most talented players in the country to showcase their undoubted abilities and they did not disappoint. The ultra competitive edge was a joy to behold, and the result was in doubt all the way to the final whistle as ‘Belvo clung onto a 10-7 lead.

The Railway scores came from a Larissa Muldoon try, converted by Nikki Caughey, but this was balanced by a 60-yard intercept try from Belvedere winger Ailbhe Dowling, converted by Nora Stepleton.

Fifty-cap Ireland international Stapleton had a huge influence on proceedings, kicking the winning penalty in the 60th minute while also guiding her side around the pitch and ensuring they were in the front foot in both defence and attack.

The Belvo defensive line was almost impenetrable as they showed great speed off the mark with vicecaptain Elise O’Byrne White and Sene Naoupu making some bonecrunching tackles. The fact that ‘Belvo prop and captain Fiona O’Brien showed immense hunger for the ball from the first whistle to last said a lot about her leadership qualities.

The winners celebrated joyously at the final whistle, having set up a repeat of last season’s final which they lost 10-3 to UL Bohemians.

Regaining the trophy they lifted

FINAL FEVER: Old Belvedere are through to the women’s All-Ireland league final where they will face UL Bohemians following a narrow win over Railway Union

three times between 2014 and 2016 would be the ideal way to end head coach Josh Brown’s first year at the helm.

Bohs had a much simpler run to the final with a comprehensive 58-8 win over Ulster side Cooke at UL. They led 41-3 at the interval after tries from Laura Sheehan, Nicole

Cronin (2), Aine Staunton, Clodagh O’Halloran, Niamh Briggs and current Ireland captain Ciara Griffin.

There was little hope for Cooke at that stage but they never stopped trying and restricted Bohs to three tries after the resumption with Griffin, Laura O’Mahony and Sheehan crossing the visitors’ whitewash.

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

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BALLYBODEN ST ENDA’S FEILE champions! Congratulations to our Feile girls on their win in the Division 1 Final with a scoreline of Boden 1-5 Foxcab 1-2. Well done to all the team and management.

Well done to our U-15A footballers on their opening round of the championship win over Skerries Harps .

Hard luck to our Bs, falling to St Pat’s Donabate.

Good luck to our three U-14 teams in the Feile Na Gael next week. Ballyboden St Enda’s are hosting the Division 1 teams.

Hard luck to our senior footballers on their loss against Kilmacud Crokes in the championship.

GARDA WESTMANSTOWN PRIDE of place this week goes to our Feile girls team who finished off a fantastic weekend with a win in the Division 5 Feile Final. Super performance by all the girls over the weekend who now go on to the National Feile in Louth on June 29. Well done to the girls, parents, supporters, Ciaran and Kevin.

The intermediates lost in the championship outing at home to St Pats Donabate on Saturday evening but the juniors had superb win in their match away to Round Towers in Clondalkin on Sunday after noon.

Next fixtures for both are weekend after next with the inters away to St Marks and the juniors at home to Ballyboughal.

Ladies lost in the league away to St Maurs.

Apart from Feile, lots of other juvenile activity with U-16 boys beating Clontarf,U-13 boys lost to

Templeogue Synge St,U-14 boys beat St Marys of Saggart and U-12A hurlers beat O Toole’s.On the girls side U12s hosted St Patrick’s Palmerstown and gave a great all round performance showing tremendous skill and enthusiasm while U-16s beat St Finbarrs in the league to make it four wins from four.

After our very successful Easter Camp, Declan Jennings and his coaches are already preparing for Kellogg’s Cul Camp on July 9 and the club summer camp on August 20.Cul camp can be booked at https://www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie/booking/ online/?camp=3981 Thanks to all who have paid their club membership recently but a few still outstanding-please pay online or directly to Club Registrar Marco Nuvoloni at earliest convenience: 086 3791359 or to eugosullivan@eircom.net.

WHEELCHAIR RUGBY: SYDNEY CALLING FOR IRISH TEAM

Gaelic Warriors to take on the world

Ireland will be represented on the world stage for the first time as they swept to glory in Switzerland last week; the team’s ALAN LYNCH tells the Dublin Gazette about what happens next as they prepare for Sydney

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sport@dublingazette.com

THE GAELIC Warriors wheelchair rugby team qualified to compete at the very peak of their game for the first time last week, and are now raring up to head to Sydney to compete on the world stage.

The world championship qualifying tournament win in Switzerland saw them defeat New Zealand, South Korea and Brazil in their group stage. The four-player team then overcame a tough Poland side in the semi-final, and comfortably beat New Zealand for a second time in the final to come out as outright winners.

Wheelchair rugby has been played in Ireland for just over 20 years, and takes place on a basketball court, with a try area at each end. Teams of are of mixed gender, each made up of four players, with each player categorised according to their level of physical disability.

In order to encourage varied participation, teams cannot have

a total of more than a certain number of category points, which ensures every team has a balance of more and less physically able players.

Ireland international Alan Lynch has been playing wheelchair rugby since he encountered the sport as part of his rehab, after falling from a tree and breaking his neck as a 14-year-old.

“I play for the Gaelic Warriors [based on Clontarf] and Ireland, and for a team in London, and a German team for a couple of tournaments each every year,” Lynch told the Dublin Gazette.

“It’s become a huge thing in my life. I think it’s important to get past the idea that people with disabilities are fragile,” he explains.

“We’re no more fragile than anyone else. A lot of people with disabilities are sheltered from this kind of sport, because Irish people typically put us in cotton wool. It’s important to get past that stereotype.”

The game is fast and physical,

ST MARY’S GFC OUR thanks to all our invited guests, club members, the working groups and all those involved in making the launch of our Strategic Plan last Friday such a ssucces. Now the real work starts!

Congratulations to our U-15s on their Championship win over Robert Emmetts.

Well done to our Ladies U-14 Feile team on their performances on Saturday in Westmanstown.

St Marys and Commercials will hold the Lyp Sync Together Launch in St Marys clubhouse on

Friday, April 27 at 8pm. A night not to be missed with all acts and songs being revealed. The actual event is taking place in Citywest Hotel on Friday, May 25.

Membership for 2018 is now overdue. Rates are Adult Player €130, 3rd Level Student Player/ Non-Playing/Associate €70, Juvenile €50, Senior Citizen €20, Family Membership €175. Membership can be paid on-line at https://www.myclubfinances.com/memberships_cart_m.asp… or by clicking on the Blue “Shop Now” button.

Gaelic Warriors’ Alan Lynch. Picture: Julian Behal Photography

though Lynch says you’re no more likely to get hurt than walking down the street, apart from the odd cut and bruise.

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We’re no more fragile than anyone else. People get sheltered from this kind of sport because people want to wrap us in cotton wool

Its gameplay is highly strategic: at an international level, teams have secret calls to communicate plays, both attacking and defensive, and carefully curated roles within a team.

It can look spectacular with the game full-contact, and sometimes

toppling chairs on impact. The Irish team have modest expectations for Sydney, and Lynch hopes more than anything else that the tournament creates exposure, and attracts new players.

“Realistically, we’re not going to win. We’d be very happy with a top six or eight finish, depending on who we draw, I think, though we haven’t really talked about it yet,” he explains.

“The main difference is strength in depth. The top teams have big benches and can make as many substitutions as they like. We have four or five players who are really at the necessary level, so we have to play them the entire time. It’s a big disadvantage over a full tournament, obviously.

“For a long time, the US and Canada were the only teams playing at any level. These days Asian and South American teams are really picking up. Teams like Germany and Japan are really strong.

It’s really coming together as a sport.”

Funding remains a key issue for the team and they’re hoping to get corporate sponsorship for their trip to Sydney, alongside some other fundraising endeavours.

Two teams in the four-team Irish league recently and the national team received funding to support their wheelchairs and other equipment from Lottery Ireland, to the tune of €84,000 in total, which has been key, given the specialist chairs typically cost between €4,000 and €8,000 a time. Due to the physical nature of the sport, chairs typically last between two and five years.

“The lottery money has been a huge help, but we’ll also need more for Sydney, that’s the biggest challenge,” Lynch said.

“We’ll be shaking buckets ahead of the Leinster v Scarlets game at the weekend, and there’ll be more fundraising to follow. Hopefully we can make it, it would be a huge disappointment if we don’t.”

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FAI SENIOR CUP: BUS BIDDING FOR PLACE IN MAIN DRAW

LOI SHORTS Burke the March star

Dublin Bus’s LSL Sunday Senior team

Bus looking to drive on for senior showdown  DAVE DONNELLY

DUBLIN Bus will host Firhouse Clover in a west Dublin derby on Sunday with a place in the FAI Cup proper at stake.

The Bus have struggled for consistency in Sunday Senior 1 this season and currently sit just a point clear of the relegation places, but had a great run to the semi-finals of the FAI Intermediate Cup. Had they won that game, their opponents in the final would have been Clover, who now face Maynooth University Town at the Aviva on May 12.

Dublin Bus beat Firhouse in the semi-finals of the Metropolitan Cup last season before going

onto take the cup back to Clondalkin.

And Bus manager Darren Matthews will look for a repeat of that when the sides meet up on Coldcut Road on Sunday morning.

Rivalry “I suppose with us beating them last year, they’ll probably look to avenge that,” Matthews told the Dublin Gazette.

“It was a very good game last year. I’ve watched them a couple of times this year, and they’ve got to the final of the Intermediate Cup. “I think it’ll be a very good game. If we have everybody fit and available I fancy us to give them a good game.

“We’d be looking at it

to win anyway, just to get into the next round.

We’ll be up for it, that’s for sure.”

Matthews has struggled to field a consistent side this season owing to a combination of injuries and players unavailable for other reasons.

Having broken ground in the Metro Cup last year, they put a strong focus on the Intermediate Cup and came within a whisker of making the final.

“We thought we’d give it everything we have this year in the Intermediate Cup, and we did.

Just at the last hurdle, we didn’t show up on the night.

“It’s been a difficult season this year for a lot of reasons, but we just

have to stick at it. Not everything is going to go the way you want it all of the time.”

History The Bus were last in the FAI Cup proper in 2010, when they were beaten 2-0 by Shel bourne after moving their home fixture to Tolka Park.

Clover were in the competition as recently as three years ago, when they were comfortably beaten 4-1 by Bohemians at Dalymount Park.

For both clubs it represents the progress they’ve made both on and off the field in recent seasons and Matthews feels it’s something the club can aim for consistently.

“It’s a great achievement for any club. It shows there’s been progress made in the time I’ve been there, last season and this season. “ U l t i m a te l y, w h a t we all try to achieve is progress, or at least we should do.

“It would be a great achievement and the club is very much looking forward to it. It’s great publicity.

“We probably took two steps back this year, but if we get to the next round of the Senior Cup it’s something to look forward for the club next season.”

In another all-Dublin tie, Sunday Senior 1B promotion-chasers Kilnamanagh host Skerries Town at Ned Kelly Park.

SHAMROCK Rovers’ Graham Burke has been named the SSE Airtricity/Soccer Writers’ Association of Ireland Player of the Month for March.

It is the first time Burke has won the monthly award which was presented to him by Leanne Sheill from SSE Airtricity.

Burke was the Hoops’ biggest threat during the month, scoring six goals. That included four against Derry City, the winner against Limerick and a stunner in a defeat away to Waterford.

The Rovers star admits it was not a perfect start to the season for Stephen Bradley’s men but he reckons things have started to turn.

He said: “I scored six goals over the month so it was a good return for me personally and I’m thrilled to get this. Overall, it’s been a bit up and down for us so far this season. We had a slow start but we’ve been on a good run of form since bar one or two results.

“We haven’t really been winning the games against the teams around us, games we’ve needed to win, and that has been the most disappointing thing. But we’ll see those teams again this season so we’ll have a chance to put those results right.”

Burke reckons Rovers should be aiming to win every trophy they compete for this year.

He added: “I have a few personal targets in my mind but I’ll keep them to myself. As a team, we want to win everything we can. That’s the ambition and that’s what we’ll try to do. Obviously we want to win the league and everything else. It’s about doing the best we can.”

ROVERS SLIP UP AGAIN SHAMROCK Rovers slipped further behind in the title race as they became the first side to taste defeat against Bray Wanderers this season.

Ronan Coughlan – who was on trial at Rovers in preseason but wasn’t offered a deal – seized on a rare error from Rovers captain Ronan Finn to score the game’s only goal.

Finn overcooked a backpass to defender Ally Gilchrist and played Coughlan clean through on goal, and he

showed good composure to slip the ball under the legs of keeper Kevin Horgan.

It was Stephen Bradley’s side’s sixth defeat in 11 league games and means the Hoops have won just one of their away games this season.

Striker Dan Carr was sent off shortly after Bray scored when he was shown a second yellow card for a trip to prevent a quick free kick. Rovers host Limerick on Friday night in what is now a must-win game for Bradley.

SHELS NEW SIGNING SHELBOURNE FC have appointed Dave Henderson as the club’s new Head of Recruitment.

Henderson has a long association with the League of Ireland, having previously represented Shamrock Rovers, St Patrick’s Athletic and Bohemian FC during a 21 year career.

Since his retirement from playing, he has established himself as one of the most trusted and well-recognised figures in the scouting fraternity in Ireland, with a proven track record in identifying the best young talent in the country. He has also worked as Academy Scout at Aston Villa and Chief Scout at Hibernian .

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LUCAN SARSFIELDS A VERY busy week and weekend; hard luck to the Senior Footballers who lost out in the opening championship match to Na Fianna.

Our junior A and B footballers finished the weekend with two good wins, our junior As after opening sluggish, were 1-3 to no score down, however they fought back well and finished well to win 0-14 to 1-7 against a good Thomas Davis side.

The Bs, with a large squad, won well 1-14 to 1-07 in the second game played on the 12th Lock pitch. A big thanks to Mike Wisdom and his team who have done a sterling job through the terrible weather conditions over the last number of weeks on the pitch.

U-15A footballers had a comprehensive win in the first round of championship vs St Maurs. Good wins for the 13 A and B teams, while the 13C team lost out to a strong Castleknock side. 14A had a hard earned but well-earned draw away to Kilmacud Crokes to remain top of Div 1. Full Juvenile football report at bottom of page.

Great win for the U-12A hurlers away to Ballyboden.

Hard luck to our Senior 1 Camogie who lost their second league game to a last minute goal vs St. Judes. Snr 7 also came up short vs strong Faughs/ Celtic side. The Snr 3 team shared the spoils with St. Brigids.

Ladies Football Div 2 team lost the second league game to TSS 3-06 to 3-11. The Div 8 team made it two wins from two.

Hard luck to the girls Div 1 Féile team who lost out by a single point in a hard fought semi final to eventual winners BallybodenSE. A gallant effort and they did themselves and the club proud over the weekend. We turn out attention to the Boys hurling Féile next weekend.

Lucan Sarsfields Race Day has been rescheduled for Sunday, May 13. Limited number of tables still available. Free bus and Prosecco reception from the club. Silver service meal and wine in Leopardstown.

Molly O’Toole Memorial Secondary Schools Tournament: The second tournament in Mollys memory will be run on Thursday, April 19 at 3pm.

The Golfing season starts next weekend, on Saturday, April 21. Contact Seamus Fagan for details 086 816 8984.

Would you like tickets to the Rolling Stones or even the All Ireland Final well we know who you should talk to, the one and only Paul McGann. €20 gets you a whole load of opportunity.

Last week (April 12) there was no winner of the €20,000 lotto where the numbers were 4, 9, 14 and 24.

This week’s draw will be managed by Cormac Gordon and is sponsored by Coláiste Laichtín, Inis Oírr. Lucky Dips Winners (€30): Phil Mescall, Brendan Freeman, Fionn & Cian McCarthy Esker Lawns, Leigh Carrey Larkfield Way. And one lucky Dip winner had her prize ‘supersized’ as she was in attendance so €50 went to Josephine Donoghue.

Tickets can be purchased online, at the club, in Carey’s Newsagents, in Vesey Arms or Kenny’s Bar. Club Shop is scheduled to open Thursdays 7:30pm-8:30 and Saturday’s 10:30am – 1:00pm.

25 Card Drive continues every Friday 9pm.

Caters for all levels, beginners welcome.

The ‘Cúpla Focal’ club is on Mondays 7:30pm to 9.00pm.

Bingo is on Wednesdays 8:30pm.

HOCKEY: EYHL AND IRISH JUNIOR CUP TITLES ANNEXED OVER

Tallaght club lands perfect pair of national trophies EY HOCKEY LEAGUE  STEPHEN FINDLATER

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GLENANNE produced an immaculate comeback from 2-0 down to beat Lisnagarvey at Comber Road to get the win they needed against their nearest rivals, claiming the EY Hockey League and a spot in Europe into the bargain.

It was part of a sublime weekend which saw their second team land the Irish Junior Cup a day later.

On Saturday, Garvey we n t i n f ro n t w i t h the Nelson brothers combining, Matthew setting up Daniel to score with a fine backhand effort. Andy Williamson doubled up with a corner shot as it looked like Garvey would put the brakes on a title celebration.

But Glenanne have come back numerous times this term from

losing positions to grab wins and they got a lifeline before the break via a Shane O’Donoghue penalty stroke.

And they produced the goods in the second half with O’Donoghue rebounding for his and Glenanne’s second goal.

And the game-breaker came early in the fourth quarter from a quick counter-attack which Shannon Boucher finished off.

S ix m i nu te s l a te r, O’Donoghue made extra sure with a flick into the roof of the net and they had the EYHL title secured for the first time; it was their first national title since 2010.

The EY Hockey League trophy and medals will formally be presented to Glenanne at their final home game of the season on April 28.

A day later, they had another national success on their hands when they

Glenanne celebrate Shannon Boucher’s crucial goal.

Picture: Billy Pollock

won the Junior Cup for the first time since 1995, beating Pembroke 3-2 in the final.

Despite the time gap, Clinton Murphy linked the two teams, playing in both while Graham Shaw was also part of that 1995 vintage but missed the final due to an injury sustained in midweek.

The Glens built a 3-0 lead thanks to goals from Enda Tucker, David Keogh and Daryl Carey before Pembroke fought

back with Scott Furlong netting twice but they were left to rue not making more from their series of 11 corners earlier in the game.

Tucker got a great touch to Joe Brennan’s perfectly angled ball into the circle for 1-0. Keogh stepped up to score a penalty stroke soon after.

Carey then got onto the end of a clever run and cross from his former Weston club mate, just about getting enough on

the ball to get it over the line early in the second half.

Pembroke ran up corner after corner in the second half but it took until their ninth set piece - with eight minutes remaining in the tie - to get on the board via Furlong.

HIs next came in the final minute with the game pretty much done and dusted in the Glens favour with another major piece of silverware secured.

Westmanstown raise the flag

THE bowling green at Westmanstown Bowling Club opened for the new season recently with the unfurling of the club flag.

Westmanstown Bowling Club has over 130 members and is always keen to welcome new members. They will host their Open Day on Sunday, April 22 from 2-6pm. Just turn up and have a go at bowling! Free coaching and the use of equipment is available, and refreshments are provided.

Ladies Captain Carmel Kearns, President John President John Fleming said: “Our club is Fleming and Men’s Captain Oliver Meyler. renowned for its pleasant setting and friendly

company. New members always seem to enjoy the club, both socially and for the sport of bowls.”

Contact one of the Westmanstown Bowling Club captains to find out more: Oliver Meyler on 087 4101616 or Carmel Kearns on 087 9039255 or go to www.westmanstownbowls.ie Westmanstown Bowling Club are supported

by Hermitage Clinic, O’Grady’s Hearing, Coyle Solicitors, Cunninghams Funerals, St Raphael’s CU, O’Brien’s Wines, MRCB Paints & IPA.

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ONE WEEKEND

SOCCER: FORMER ST PAT’S MAN MAKING IMPACT AT GLENVILLE

Kelly hails Doyle role in Glenville’s form LSL SUNDAY SENIOR 1 Glenville Ballymun United  DAVE DONNELLY sport@dublingazette.com

MOLLY O’TOOLE

12th Lock plays host to second annual event THE second Molly O’Toole Memorial Secondary Schools Tournament Cup will be held on Thursday, April 19 at 3pm at the 12th Lock.

The blitz is held in honour of Molly who passed away in 2015 and was an avid member of Lucan Sarsfields and Lucan United.

The tournament sees a number of the local schools take part in a football tournament over the course of the afternoon at her GAA club.

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GLENVILLE took a major step forward in their search for Sunday Senior 1 promotion as they inflicted a third straight defeat on second-placed Ballymun United at Palmerstown School on Sunday morning.

The Palmerstown side now sit just five points off the promotion spots with games in hand on several of the sides above them.

Jack Clifford scored the only goal of the game shortly before half-time, nodding home from a set-piece in an otherwise even first half.

With the Mun desperately trying to get back into the game in the second half and arrest their losing run, Glenville had chances on the break but couldn’t find the final ball to kill the visitors off.

The cross for the winning goal was provided by the former St Patrick’s Athletic striker Derek Doyle, and his experience has been key to the progression of Kelly’s young side since joining last year.

The manager was full of praise for the way the way Doyle has conducted himself since joining up with the side and the example he sets for younger players.

“At the moment our starting team has seven players 23 or under.

“To have one or two experienced lads that can mix in with them and show them the tricks of the trade if you like, it’s really important.

“For someone who a few years ago was playing in the Europa League with Pats, he gives the same level of effort and commitment for us as he did with them.”

All signs are that Glenville are a form team coming into the business end of the season, but Kelly isn’t taking the challenge

Glenville are enjoying a fine 2017/18 season, moving within range of a promotion shot

lightly.

“This is the part of the season where, for some reason, we seem to kick into gear and get results.

“In our last three games, we’ve won two and drawn one and haven’t conceded. That’s a good sign at this part of the season.

“We’ve played the six or seven clubs com-

peting for the top three spots twice. But I said to the lads, there’s no guarantees at this level of football.

“You’re playing against teams that are fighting for their lives now, and they’re probably even more dangerous than teams who are competing for the same thing as you.”

Lucan on top form in Phoenix Park

GREAT IRELAND RUN

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LU C A N H a r r i e r s p u t in a great show at the Garmin Great Ireland Run 10k which incorporated the AAI National 10k Championships which was held in the Phoenix Park last Sunday.

In the 10k, the first home for Lucan Harriers in 86th position overall was Patrick O’Donoghue in a time of 35.56 followed in

116th place by Will Byrne in 36.49 and David Trunk in 44.40.

First Lucan Lady home was Kathleen Trunk in 46.48 and she was followed

by Danijela Klopotan in 48.11 and Tricia Gough in 48.13. All three ladies finished in the top 1,000 in the race.

Keith Gallagher finished in 50.13 with Eileen O’Brien home in 53.03 – fifth in her age group in the National

Championships – followed

by H e l e n M c G i n n i t y Gleeson in 54.28, Anne Smith in 58.09, Celine Murphy O’Keeffe in 58.42, Marie Collins in 1.00.04, Kim Jones in 1.01.15, Anita Hughes in 1.03.37, Fanchea Gibson in 1.12.29 and Josephine Dignam in 1.17.28.

There was also a 5k race held on the day and Joanna McCormack was the sole Lucan representative and finished in 38.42.

Danijela Klopotan finished the Great Ireland Run in 48 minutes and 11 seconds. Picture: Rob Brannigan

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CLUB NOTES

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ROUND TOWER, CLONDALKIN IT WAS a championship weekend for adult footballers. Our seniors defeated Fingallians but our junior As were narrowly beaten by Raheny. Our junior Bs lost to An Garda and our C’s were beaten away to Ballymun. Our minor hurlers defeated Naomh Fionnbarra in the league.

Adult camogie players are wanted for the upcoming campaign. If you can play, contact Brian at 087 9852846.

Club disco this Friday for 4th, 5th and 6th class pupils from 7.30pm in the club. Admission €5.

Android Phone Users are invited to download our new club app.

The app will feature on a weekly basis club news, details of upcoming fixtures and lotto results. Pop into your app store and do a simple ‘Round Tower’ search.

Round Tower Lotto (April 9): Jackpot €2,900.

Numbers drawn 3, 4, 24, 27; bonus ball 12. No overall winner and no bonus ball winner. Three €100 winners: Carole Scott, Molly Higgins, Thomas McCabe Thanks to all who participated. Bingo continues every Tuesday in the club, with first call at 8.30pm and a jackpot of €1,000 on offer if checked within 47 numbers. All welcome.

ST PAT’S PALMERSTOWN OUR thanks to Justin and Haven Pharmacy Palmerstown for his very generous sponsorship of first aid kits. It is much appreciated.

Thank you to all who attended our Féile 2018 Quiz for our football, hurling and camógie teams in the Palmerstown House on Friday night. Special thanks to our quizmaster, Michael Kennedy, and everyone who made it such a huge success.

We wish the Féile teams and their mentors, Keith, Alan, Anto, Anne and Mark all the very best next weekend.

Lip Sync was also launched on Friday night. Registrations will be taken on Thursday evening at 8pm in the clubhouse for anyone who wants to get involved. This

ST MARK’S

promises to be a very exciting event, and all are welcome.

Gaelic4mothers will be starting on Thursday from 7-8 pm. For further details, please contact Gill Pickett on 087 2269059.

St Patricks GAA Cúl Camp will be starting on July 9. Booking can be made on-line at https://www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie Lots of action with several teams across all levels playing over the weekend. Well done to our junior footballers on their championship win at the weekend. Hard luck to our U-15s who lost out to Round Towers.

Well done also to our U12 ladies who had a tough game against Westmanstown. Girl of the game was Sarah Cooper.

HURLING Feile this weekend, group matches being held in Moyle Park College Clondalkin on Saturday morning, first match at 10.30am. Please support.

Congratulations to all our teams last weekend, great performances and some great wins. Special mention to our U-8 ladies who played their first game in death defying conditions Sunday and survived. Well done ladies!

Monthly Ceili this Saturday - music by Legacy Ceili band. Bingo Thursday night, starts at 8.45pm, open to everyone.

Slimming World every Tuesday at 5pm and 7pm and Wednesday morning at 9am in the main lounge. Weight Watchers every Tuesday morning.

Please continue to support the club lotto. Tickets €2 each or three for €5, Jackpot €6,000 - not won. Numbers drawn were 3, 10, 20, 27; €50 winners 1.

Mick O’Callaghan 2. Dymp 3. Davey Farrell 4. Rita & Billy Boland c/o Bingo 5.

Sylvia Hume 6. Angela Malone c/o Sandra Malone.

LADIES FOOTBALL: DIVISION 5 FEILE FINAL

Hemeryck leads West-side story AIG FEILE DIV 5 FINAL Westmanstown Gaels 3-5 Ballyboden St Enda’s 0-1  DAIRE WALSH sport@dublingazette.com

ZETA Hemeryck produced an outstanding individual display at IT Blanchardstown on Sunday to help Westmanstown Gaels land the AIG Dublin Feile Division Five title at the expense of Ballyboden St Enda’s ‘B’.

Hemeryck amassed a personal haul of 2-4 from centre-forward. Boden forged a spirited attempt at a comeback in the second half but they couldn’t stem the tide of the Westmanstown girls who ultimately finished with 13 points to spare.

We s t m a n s t o w n enjoyed home advantage during the group stages of the competition a day earlier, where they locked horns with Boden. This was preceded by encounters against Foxrock/ Cabinteely B and St Mary’s Saggart for both teams, with two wins apiece in those games making their eventual meeting a race for top spot in Group A. An eight-point success (0-9 to 0-1) for Westmanstown set-up a penultimate round showdown with Man-O-War, while Boden aimed to bounce back in their last-four clash against Robert Emmet’s.

After they advanced to the final with flying colours, the scene was set

Westmanstown Gaels celebrate their Division 5 Feile success. Picture: GAApics.com

for a renewal of acquaintances.

However, following a whirlwind opening, Westmanstown effectively left ‘Boden with too much ground to make up. An early free by Hemeryck set the wheels in motion.

Westmanstown were camped inside the Boden half during the early exchanges, with a strong breeze making life difficult for their Pairc Ui Murchu counterparts.

The rampant Hemeryck rattled the net in the third-minute after she intercepted a short kickout and she repeated the trick at the end of another memorable run.

Ballyboden were already facing into a

sizeable deficit (2-2 to 0-0), with Westmanstown showing no signs of fatigue. Sophie Tynan released some of the scoring burden off Hemeryck with a neat point on nine minutes.

The Westmanstown outfit held onto their nine-point buffer into the break with some stout defending. While there was potentially a way back into the reckoning for Boden, it was Gaels who drew first blood on the resumption.

Hemeryck once again discovered a gap to kick another magnificent point from play. Boden finally opened the ir account through a pointed Karyn Burke free in the

18th-minute and a goalmouth scramble almost led to a morale-boosting goal moments later.

They couldn’t break down a Westmanstown defence that was marshalled by the likes of Caoimhe Howard, Sinead Farrell and Aoife Connolly, however, and the outcome was soon placed beyond doubt.

Lia Cronin’s speculative effort at a right-hand angle drifted into the roof of the Boden net and made fo an unassailable gap.

Hemeryck completed a wonderful afternoon for Westmanstown with a fine point on the halfhour mark to complete the win.

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LADIES FOOTBALL: DIVISION ONE FEILE FINAL Ballyboden St Enda’s celebrate their Division One Feile success. GAApics.com

Brilliant Boden hold off Foxrock fightback AIG DLGFA FEILE DIVISION ONE FINAL Ballyboden St Enda’s Foxrock/Cabinteely  DAIRE WALSH sport@dublingazette.com

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BALLYBODEN St Enda’s held off a spirited fightback from Foxrock/Cabinteely to claim the AIG Dublin Feile Division One title at a misty IT Blanchardstown on Sunday afternoon.

After Abbie Brennan had raised a green flag in the early moments, a Rachel Callery penalty offered Foxrock a lifeline.

There were a number of fine defensive performances on both sides in a tightlycontested affair, but it was Boden who eventually emerged with the spoils.

The Emma Jones Memorial Cup was the prize on offer for the winning team – named in memory of the Templeogue Synge Street underage star, whose family donated the trophy for the Feile competition in 2009.

Boden and Foxrock had already faced each other in Group B of the top division a day earlier. Cabinteely edged that lowscoring outing (1-0 to 0-2) at Silver Park, but thanks to their superior scoring average, Boden progressed to the semi-

final as group winners.

A runners-up spot for Foxrock saw them facing St Brigid’s in a most dramatic penultimate round fixture. With the sides on level terms after extra-time (Brigid’s 0-6, Foxrock 2-0), a free-taking competition was needed to determine who would face Boden following their 1-4 to 0-6 success over Lucan Sarsfields.

A 2-0 win finally secured Foxrock’s place in the final which was preceded by an impeccably-observed minute’s silence for Na Fianna Club Secretary Deirdre Lambe who sadly passed away over the weekend.

Eager to make up for their defeat to the same opposition on Saturday, Boden broke the deadlock with a Kate Donaghy point in the second minute. In tandem with Aine Rafter and Hannah Byrne, Brennan was a lively presence.

After she was picked out close to the Foxrock goal, she coolly fired beyond the reach of the stranded Nicole Kenna for a well-worked three-pointer. She added a single to this major at the end of a subsequent attack, as Boden created early daylight between the teams.

Though Foxrock were finding it hard to settle, their challenge came to life on 11

minutes. When Sarah Jane Campbell was fouled inside the square, referee Andrew McAllister pointed to the spot. Callery’s subsequent effort from 11 metres got the better of Boden custodian Shauna Feely.

This placed the Pairc Ui Murchu side on high alert, but their response was emphatic. Byrne and Rafter, following excellent approach work by Brennan, added points in the large stages of the opening period, giving Ballyboden a commanding 1-4 to 1-0 lead at the interval.

Foxrock had displayed a great deal of resilience en route to the final and it was expected that they would push ‘Boden all the way after the break. Indeed, they cut the gap to three points when an Ailbhe French ’45’ bounced over the woodwork just three minutes into the second half.

They squeezed out the Boden attack on a number of occasions, ensuring they couldn’t bring the same fluidity to their

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forward play as they had in the opening 15 minutes. Leah Cunningham did find the back of the Foxrock net six minutes from the end, but it was ruled out for a square ball.

With Callery driving forward at every available opportunity, Foxrock were priming themselves for a final onslaught on the opposing goal. Yet, Boden eventually cancelled out French’s earlier score with a Donaghy point, after she cut across from the left-wing to split the posts in devastating fashion.

Foxrock were not prepared to throw in the towel, however, and the ‘Boden rearguard scrambled to divert Hannah O’Sullivan’s goal-bound strike away from the target.

French’s second point in the 27th-minute kept the Ballyboden supporters on tenterhooks, but even though their side were on the back-foot in the dying embers of a compelling contest, they held on for a three-point win.

Callery’s goal put Boden on high alert but their response was emphatic to build a commanding interval lead

Lucan and Boden fall in SFC openers LUCAN Sarsfields succumbed to a strong finish from Na Fianna who edged out the 12th Lock side 3-9 to 1-10, also in SFC Group 2 in Parnell Park.

Lucan were two up just inside the concluding ten minutes following points from sub Darren Gavin, his second of the night, and Connor Gallagher but it was the St Mobhi Road men who sprinted to the finishing tape.

Darragh Kennedy finished a fine goal with nine minutes remaining with Seán Caffrey hitting Na Fianna’s third goal, Conor McHugh having grabbed the first, in added time.

Lucan led 1-4 to 0-6 after a well-balanced opening half.

Connor and Brendan Gallagher impressed in the first half for Lucan Sarsfields with Harry Ladd grabbing their goal in the ninth minute.

But Na Fianna battled back with a brace of Glenn O’Reilly frees and point from play by Aaron Byrne.

Two first half goals from Shane Horan set Kilmacud Crokes on the road to a 3-12 to 1-11 victory over Ballyboden St Enda’s in Group 1.

In a great contest both goals came within a two-minute spell to see the Stillorgan side head into the break 2-6 to 0-6 in front.

In O’Toole Park St Jude’s finished strongly to defeat Ballinteer St John’s 0-20 to 0-8 in Group 3.

Six points from Kevin McManamon saw him lead the way for the Tymon North men.

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MU BARNHALL sit on the cusp of promotion to Ulster Bank League Division 2A – the third level of senior club rugby – after a long spell in the fourth tier.

In their way stands an away trip to Rainey’s Old Boys in Derry on Saturday, with the winner assured a promotion play-off against either Greystones or Navan.

The Leixlip club have come a long way in their 49 years of existence, and that’s been accelerated since they liked up with Maynooth University in 2010.

Their success is emblematic of the changing face of Leinster rugby as clubs outside the traditional heartlands in Dublin’s interior continue to make themselves known.

With powerhouse Bective Rangers relegated to junior rugby for the first time this year, it would symbollise the changing of the guard if Barnhall were to succeed in making the step up.

MU Barnhall finished third in this season’s standings behind runaway league winners Old Crescent and secondplaced Rainey.

They were on the end of a 42-10 thumping up in Magherafelt at the beginning of the season but such was their development during the season they eased to a 25-3 win over Rainey last month.

MU Barnhall step out this weekend against Rainey Old Boys in their UBL Division 2A playoffs

“We had a rocky start but once we got used to the changes, we went eight games unbeaten. The fight in this team is huge” - MU Barnhall’s Simon Gillespie “We played them in, I think, the second or third match of the season up in Rainey and I think we were still getting used to our new structures,” captain Simon Gillespie told the Dublin Gazette.

“Our discipline let us down up there big time.

We played for 20 minutes with 14 men in the first half, and we ended up being reduced to 14 for 30 minutes in the second half.

“You’re never going to win a match when you’re down to 14 men for 50 or 50 minutes. It was a big learning curve for us as a team.

“We took them on at home in a mustwin match, which was delayed due to the snow, and we played one of our best performances of the season.”

While Rainey will have home advantage once again at the weekend,

Gillespie’s side will take confidence from their most recent meeting.

The melding of youth and experience, with former rugby league international Tom McKeown and ex-Leinster winger Darren Hudson in the mix, has been key this season.

“There’s been change in the coaching set-up,” Gillespie continued.

“When you have that, there are a few structures

to get used to. As a team, there hasn’t been that much change.

“All in all, with the new coaching structures, we’d a rocky start but once we got used to those we went on an eight game unbeaten run with five bonus point victories.

“We were in form, and we had a poor showing up in Navan about three weeks ago that stopped our unbeaten run, and

from that we’ve had two draws against top of the table teams.

“Old Crescent came to us and we were 33-12 down and we managed to claw back to get a draw. The fight in this team is huge, and that was evident last week.”

Barnhall will be without long-term absentees Paul Nalty, Andrew Purcell and Conor McDermott but are otherwise at full-strength.