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Kilcorney N.S. Celebrations
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Duhallow Gymnasts Shine at Disney Land Paris
Forty gymnasts from Duhallow Gymnastics Club recently made an unforgettable trip to Disney Land Paris, where they showcased their skills in the prestigious international competition Gymnastique Magique. The talented athletes performed brilliantly, with Daria Savchuk, the club’s solo competitor, earning an impressive second place in her category. Additionally, the club’s team events were a great success, with one team securing second place and another claiming third.
In total, 118 people from across Duhallow, including family and supporters, joined the gymnasts for the trip, making it a memorable experience for everyone. The event not only highlighted the club’s talent but also brought the Duhallow community together for a weekend of celebration and success.
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Rockchapel Dazzles with Annual Fashion Show!
The Rockchapel Parents Association recently hosted their annual fashion show in aid of Rockchapel National School, held at Rockchapel Community Centre. Local models showcased outfits from various boutiques such as O’Shea’s, Linehans and Nóiríns Boutique. The show featured a mix of casual and formal wear, highlighting the versatility and creativity of local fashion retailers.
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Banteer Badminton Club Celebrates Women in Sports and Launches Badminteen Program
Banteer Badminton Club officially launchedthe Badminteen program, sponsored by Ashgrove Renewables and EPS Group. Recently celebrating 50 years of Banteer Badminton Club, the club’s commitment to nurturing young talent and promoting the sport within the community is evident.
The Badminteen program is designed to engage teenagers in badminton, providing them with the resources and support needed to develop their skills and enjoy the game. The new sponsorship will undoubtedly enhance the program, offering better training facilities, equipment, and opportunities for young players to compete at higher levels.
Banteer Badminton Club also recently hosted an inspiring “Women in Sports” (WIS) talk, celebrating the achievements and contributions of women in badminton and sports in general. Four WIS ambassadors, international Players Rachael Darragh, Sophia Noble, Moyà Ryan & Orla Flynn held two teenage girls Coaching Clinics in Banteer before they took to the stage with a doubles Exhibition match and Q&A.
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Dairy Women Ireland Gather In Lisrobin
Women from as far as Wexford came together in Lisrobin to discuss water quality, improvements, and biodiversity on the farm. This comes as part of a series of discussions for women in farming facilitated by Dairy Women Ireland.
Edel Keating and Tadhg Buckley, part of the Blue Dot and EIP Programme, hosted the event,
and visitors toured their farm for further education and examples of water variances.
IRD Duhallow’s Ecologist Rowan Lanning spoke about water pollution in all its forms, how to spot it, and why it happens.
Terry O’Mahoney, ASSAP advisor with Kerry Agri spoke about Farming for Waters EIP and how to get involved. Discussions were had about the new EIP and how farmers can build on the work from th Blue Dot Project.
Dairy Women Ireland strive to empower women in the farming industry, and help female farmers connect throughout the country.
They have announced their National Conference dates; Join them on November 23rd in the Charleville Park Hotel. This years theme“Innovation, Resilience, Growth” - promises a day of inspiration, learning, and networking for women in the dairy industry.
