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BArnardos receive boost of energy from seai
DUN Laoghaire is one of nine Barnardos family care centres in Dublin who are set to benefit from much needed energy efficiency upgrades, thanks to a donation from SuperValu and a grant from the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI).Rushe’s SuperValu Dalkey, along with SuperValu Santry, have also spent a combined €70,000 on installing energy efficient technologies at their own stores. This is part of a nationwide campaign that has seen 19 SuperValu Stores across the country invest a total of €1.5 million to reduce their energy consumption by up to 30%, €275,000 of which was spent at their local Barnardos Centres. Picture: Maxwell Photography
Council under fire for pay and display parking Local action group feel like ‘visitors in their own
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emma nolan PAY-AND-DISPLAY parking is under fire this week with the Dun Laoghaire Parking Action Group saying that the current payment system is making residents feel like “visitors
in their own town”. A contentious motion about pay and display parking will be debated at next week’s Dun Laoghaire Area Committee meeting and also at a Dun Laoghaire Parking Action Group public meeting on
the same day, Monday February 1. Local resident and business owner Ann Joyce, of Costelloe Flowers, will take part in the parking action group meeting on Monday. She told the Gazette: “It’s not favouring anybody but
the council”. A council spokesperson told The Gazette: “The scheme endeavours to balance the parking demands of the residents, businesses and visitors to the town.” Full Story on Page 5
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education | gaelscoil’s 11-year temporary premises
Wait continues for a permanent home emma nolan enolan@dublingazette.com
Pupils at Gaelscoil Phadraig, Ballybrack protesting about their school’s lack of facilities and ongoing wait for a permanent facility
A PRIMARY school in Ballybrack recently celebrated its 20th anniversary; however, what should have been a joyful event was tinged with disappointment as the school has been located on temporary premises since opening in 1995. Gaelscoil Phadraig, or the “forgotten school” as the staff refer to it, is the only gaelscoil in the area. It consists of a number of prefabs on the small site, many of which are well beyond their intended expiration dates, and there is no common area for the students to congregate for assemblies or other events. Staff, the 163 students and their parents gathered at the school on Sheelin Avenue on Monday, January 25 to discuss the endless delays and need for a permanent location. Chairperson of the school’s board of management, Hilda De Roiste, and acting principal, Anthea Ni Bhuachalla, spoke to The Gazette. De Roiste, who was the school’s first principal, said: “The Department of Education give us the same answer all the time and they’ve said that we can apply for new prefabs, but we don’t want them, we don’t have space for them – we need a permanent building.” Staff and the wider school community were delighted when in 2005 they were told they were to be moved to a permanent location, but then very shortly afterwards they were informed that
another school would go to that location as a temporary measure while their new school was being built – that measure has lasted 11 years. Ni Buachalla has a long connection with Gaelscoil Phadraig, having been teaching at the school for eight years and working as the secretary prior to that. She said: “The waiting and the hoping has gone on so long and we need a permanent building and proper premises for the school to grow. “There has been so many delays in the process and we just seem to be hitting brick wall after brick wall,” said Ni Buachalla. A spokesperson from the Department of Education told The Gazette: “It is intended that Gaelscoil Phadraig will re-locate to a building currently occupied by a special school, pending the construction of a new school for the special school. “The building project for the special school is currently at an advanced stage of architectural planning.”
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St Brigid’s Church, Cabinteely. Picture: Google Maps
Fundraising gala night to help paint St Brigid’s Church ST BRIGID’S Church in Cabinteely will hold a fundraising gala concert on Monday, February 1 to fund the exterior painting of the church. Soprano Niamh Murray, Sweeney’s Jazzmen (featuring echoes of Louis Armstrong), The Marshall Academy of Irish Dance, harpist Helen Taaffe Richardson and balladeer Andy McCarthy will provide performances from 7.45pm to 10.30pm. Doors will open at 7.15pm on the night, and tickets cost €20. Tickets are available from the St Brigid’s Parish Office at 01 285 8835, or from producer/director Tim Cronin at 087 248 3848. All are welcome to attend and local support will be appreciated.
Free event at the LexIcon Library to mark The Rising A FREE event to mark the 1916 Rising is taking place at the DLR LexIcon Library on January 28 at 7pm. Deansgrange Cemetery and the Dead of the 1916 Rising will be hosted by Jamie Moran, the author of Deansgrange Cemetery: Stories from Beyond the Grave. Moran will outline some of the stories of people associated with The Rising who are buried in the cemetery. The event is open to all, but the LexIcon staff have advised visitors to arrive early.
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community | success for family project based in loughlinstown
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Mollser’s story at the Pavilion
Scholarship win for parent support duo emma nolan
A COMMUNITY-based family support project in Ballybrack and Loughlinstown, Springboard, won a Parents Plus programme scholarship this month. Parents Plus is an Irish charity that develops practical, evidence-based parenting and mental health programmes and has recently awarded eight scholarships to professionals working with children and families throughout Ireland. Among the scholarship recipients are social workers Caroline Jordan and Rachel Fitzmaurice from Springboard Family Support Project (TUSLA), Loughlinstown who will train to deliver the Parents Plus Parenting When
Separated programme. Speaking about their win, Jordan said: “We are absolutely delighted to win the Parents Plus scholarship. We identified a need to support parents who have separated and are finding it difficult to communicate with each other. “By training in and running the ... programme, we hope to provide parents with the support they need to be in tune with how their children are feeling; improve communication between parents and offer practical advice regarding care arrangements and consistent routines.” The scholarship includes facilitator training on a Parents Plus programme; materials and
parent booklets, and a full post-training supervision package over 18 months aiming towards the successful applicant gaining Parents Plus accreditation Dr John Sharry, chief executive, Parents Plus said: “Caroline and Rachel stood out for their obvious enthusiasm and dedication to improving the outcomes for the families they work with. “For more than 15 years, Parents Plus has developed evidencebased programmes that reduce parental stress and increase parental satisfaction. Every year, we train more than 400 professionals working with families to deliver parenting programmes in their communities.”
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happy to launch his run
WITH the upcoming general election lurking somewhere nearby on the horizon, local politicians are to be spotted out and about, meeting constituents and launching their campaigns to run for a set. Cllr Cormac Devlin (FF) was one of the latest local politicians to throw his hat in the ring, where he had a little help at the launch of his general election campaign at the Royal Marine Hotel. He was joined by party stalwarts David Andrews and Mary O’Rourke, with the two figures happy to wish the councillor all the best with his launch. As the race for the general election heats up, and especially once the highly anticipated date is announced, citizens from Dun Laoghaire and surrounding areas can expect to see a lot more of all of their elected representatives out and about, and taking in the coastal air. Picture: Justin Farrelly
TICKETS are on sale for Me, Mollser – an adaptation of The Plough and the Stars by Sean O’Casey, as told through the eyes of its youngest character, Mollser. The play will run in The Pavilion Theatre, Dun Laoghaire on Tuesday, February 9, and is aimed at ages 10-plus. It introduces children to a strong-willed and passionate young woman coping with consumption against the backdrop of the 1913 Lock-Out and The Easter Rising, and is a compelling, funny and poignant monologue. Tickets are €6.50 and teachers can contact The Pavilion Theatre at 01 231 2929 to book for a school group.
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Pay-and-display | call for report of the impact of scheme
‘Not favouring anybody but the council’ emma nolan
Pay-and-display parking is under fire this week with the Dun Laoghaire Parking Action Group saying that the current payment system is making residents feel like “visitors in their own town”. A contentious motion about pay-and-display parking will be debated at next week’s Dun Laoghaire Area Committee meeting and also at a Dun Laoghaire Parking Action Group public meeting on the same day,
Monday, February 1. Independent councillor Michael Merrigan will raise the motion requesting the chief executive to commission an independent report on the impact of the pay-and-display parking scheme on the economic development of Dun Laoghaire. The motion also seeks to “assess the negative perception” of the town generated by the scheme and examine “whether there is a disincentive for residents of the town to shop locally due to the multiple zonal operation
of the scheme”. It will also address the need to quantify the potential loss in revenue to local businesses caused by residents choosing to shop elsewhere due to the parking charges and look at whether the scheme actually provides for the rotation of the available on-street car spaces as initially intended. Local resident and business ownerAnn Joyce of Costelloe Flowers will take part in the parking action group meeting on Monday. Joyce told The Gazette: “We’re look-
community Park sees protest at charge emma nolan
Pay-and-display parking is under fire this week
ing for changes – it’s not working for anybody. “All this started when the pay-and-display was introduced and everybody is suffering; the residents, the business owners, visitors – everybody. It’s not favouring anybody but the council.” “Walking through the town it is clear that parking and traffic congestion is an issue. Cllr Merrigan and many other residents and business owners are highlighting the need for
more car parks to “take the burden off the locals”. In a statement issued by the Parking Action Group, they stated that many houses in the area have no off-street parking and must buy residents’ parking permits at €45.00 per annum which, due to the zones, are only valid on their own street and the immediate adjoining streets. This then is combined with the hourly rate of €1.50 to park outside of
your home zone; a system that residents feel make them “visitors in their own town”. In a direct response from the council, a spokesperson told The Gazette: “There are currently some 1,900 available street parking spaces in DL and there are c.1600 residents parking permits issued to residents. The scheme endeavours to balance the parking demands of the residents, businesses and visitors to the town.”
AN ANTI-water charges protest took place in Dun Laoghaire on Saturday, January 23. Crowds gathered at The People’s Park and were addressed by member of Right2Water steering committee, Deputy Richard Boyd Barrett (PBP). He said: “The fight against water charges is not just about one unjust charge, it is about all the unfair austerity. “The people marching are marching for a different kind of politics and a different type of society based on equality, fairness and solidarity.” He announced that another protest will take place on the last Sunday before the upcoming general election.
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ask the politician | the gazette asks representatives about topical issues Question: How would you get Ireland’s emigrated citizens to return, if elected?
Our dramatically changed, rebuilt economy can be capitalised upon
Put a tax on land hoarding and let’s get a focus back on homes for all cllr ossian smith
(green)
cllr carrie smyth
(labour)
ONE of the most important promises Labour made when entering government was to fix the broken economy and create jobs. From where we were five years ago, Ireland has changed dramatically. We have one of the fastest growing economies in Europe and [the] unemployment [rate] is in single figures and continues to fall. Bringing tens of thousands of emigrants home to work is central to the Government’s Action Plan for Jobs 2016. Our rebuilt economy and record on job creation (1,000 jobs a week are now being created) is allowing this to happen.
Many returning emigrants with qualifications and experience are being headhunted for roles in Ireland and, as part of the Action Plan for Jobs 2016, a new web portal to highlight job opportunities to returning emigrants will be launched soon. Maintaining economic stability and continuing to invest in job creation will create an environment where an Irish emigrant abroad who wishes to return home will be able to do so.
I MISSED Ireland when I lived abroad. The thing that finally made me come home was the thought of where I wanted my children to grow up. So, with my girlfriend heavily pregnant with our first child, we took the ferry back to Dublin. One in six Irish-born people now live abroad. If we look a little closer at who they are, there are 200,000 fewer people in their twenties living in Ireland compared to six years ago. Many of those people will want to have children soon. We should help them to come home.
We know that people left Ireland in search of better career prospects, for adventure and experience, and to escape the unrelenting bad news stories. Now, the single largest barrier to coming home is the price of housing – the average house price in South Dublin is now more than half a million euro, while the average annual rent is
nearly €20,000. There are more than 1,000 acres of zoned land ready to be built on in Dun LaoghaireRathdown but the landowners have no reason to build. Instead they can watch their land rise in value, while paying no tax from one year to the next. We need to get more homes built by placing a tax on land hoarding. We need to make it as safe for children to cycle or walk to school as it is abroad. We need to stop discriminating against children in education based on religion. The good news is that job opportunities are far better now than they were and Ireland is still a beautiful country full of natural amenities and cultural heritage. If we can get more houses built, take the discrimination out of education and take a more enlightened approach to transport, we can make a better life – and not just for returned emigrants.
We must maintain the growth and strength of the economy, and keep pushing for progress deputy alan shatter
(fine gael)
MORE than 300,000 jobs were lost under the last Fianna Fail government. This led to massive emigration by tens of thousands of people in search of jobs. Too many parents had to say goodbye to beloved children because of the impact of the disastrous economic policies pursued by Fianna Fail. More than five years ago, my own son – Dylan – emigrated to Sydney, Australia, where he presently works as a primary school teacher. When we came into government, we pledged to do everything possible to help create jobs and we are delivering on that promise. More than 135,000 jobs have been created under this government. This has seen unemployment fall from 15.1% to 8.8%. We are determined, if given a second term in government, to reduce further the numbers of people out of work. The creation of jobs enables young people to live and have a good quality of life here in Ireland. It also encourages Irish people abroad and their families to return home. We believe that the abolition of the universal social charge will encourage at least 70,000 emigrants to return home, by increasing Ireland’s attraction as a dynamic hub for young talent. According to independent Central Statistics Office figures, the majority of the new jobs are in high-paying sectors of the economy and are full-time positions. Long-term unemployment is
down by 46% since 2012. We are making real progress, with more than 135,000 more people at work, but we cannot take continuing progress and jobs growth for granted. Everything must continue to be done so that more people in work create the resources that enable taxes to be cut and us to invest in better services, improving living standards for all. If elected to the Dail, I will continue with my Fine Gael colleagues to ensure that responsible and sensible decisions are made to keep the economy strong and the recovery going. Fine Gael in government will continue to help create jobs, make work pay by reducing the tax burden on people, and investing in quality public services. The next election is about who will keep the recovery going, based on stability and progress as opposed to instability and chaos. The Irish people have worked too hard to get to where we are; we cannot go back.
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We’re moving from our current store Dear Customer, Reads Dun Laoghaire after 3 years are relocating to a new and bigger store in the Dun Laoghaire Rathdown area very soon, we will be developing the business to include more printing, signage as well as larger ranges of stationery, art supplies, toys, plus much more. On the 26th January we will be closing the Dun Laoghaire store. Reads can still service all existing customers through our Bray and Sandyford stores or online at reads.ie. Any artwork/design will be transferred along with Veronica to our Sandyford store. All of the the Dun Laoghaire contact details will still remain and if any queries you can call 01.2301574 or contact dl@reads.ie Reads hope that all of our customers will remain with the company and would like to thank them for all their support and custom over the last 3 years. We will be keeping you informed through the DunLaoghaire.ie website and BID Please see below contact information for you after tomorrow, 26th January:
Sandyford 01.2939983 sandyford@reads.ie Bray 01.5175963 brayprint@reads.ie (Dun Laoghaire contact details that will automatically forward) Ph. 01.2301574 dl@reads.ie Best Regards, Reads Management Sandyford/Bray/Dun Laoghaire
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DUN LAOGHAIREGazettegallery | St Paul’s Theatre Group
Stephen O’Neill as Nasty
Stephanie Rogers, Maura Lambert, Hannah Blair White and Emma Lambert. Pictures: Margaret Brown
Hannah Blair White, Laura and Emma Lambert
Kate Gray as Floribunda
Harry Courtney is Warrior
Susan Barry is the Sultana of Istanbul
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present Pantomime Sinbad the Sailor and The Jewel of Miracles
Sailing through a great performance
Michael Fogarty as Izzy the Wazir and Ben Corbett as Codswallop
Sean Frayne as Ali Ben Dover
Saskia Heneghan and Ellie Usher
Nathan Barrett as Sinbad
Hannah Blair White as Princess Jasmin
Trainee magician Ben Corbett tries to put a spell on Stephen O’Neill
A scene from the production
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Chloe Agnew and Adele King
Janina Matthews, Clemence Rudolfh and Anna Lipinska. Pictures: Brian McEvoy
Jennifer Hughes and Rebecca Brady
Marie Joseph and Debbie Leonard
Laura Broderick and Kay Hartigan
Maritta Coyne and Gill Keogh
Lilly Forberg and Sooby Lynch
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festival to showcase new work and new ideas
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mock Alley Theatre are on the hunt for exciting, inspiring artists in music, theatre, comedy and dance for their brand new festival Scene & Heard. Scene & Heard provides a chance for artists to test an excerpt of previously unseen work or new ideas/formats in front of a live audience in order to get feedback before mounting and staging full length productions. Pictured are some of the crowd who attended the launch of the programme of events.
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Check out our galaxy in Glasnevin A s pe c tac t u l a r photo exhibition, entitled Images of Starlight, by Irish amateur astronomers and photographers will open up to the public on February 2 and run
until February 21 at the National Botanic Gardens in Glasnevin. Spectators are invited to view intriguing photographs of the solar system, our galaxy – The
Milky Way – and other galaxies. Leo Enright, space commentator and broadcaster, who has broadcast live commentaries on every major space event
since the first moon landing, will open the exhibition which he says is a “rare opportunity to view the highest quality astronomical images”. Many of these objects
are millions of light years away but visitors will be able to see them up close and be surprised that their light passes into their own back gardens at night. The images on show will feature Irish winners of the International Astronomy Photographer of the Year competition organised by the Greenwich Observatory in London. This free event is organised by the Dublinbased Irish Astronomical Society and the Irish Federation of Astronomical Societies.
cancer charity under threat Children’s cancer charity Hand In Hand is under threat of closure due to the lack of funds needed to support families of children with cancer. Hand in Hand was established in 2006 and offers emotional and practical support in the homes of families who have a child undergoing treatment for cancer. These services include domestic cleaning, laundry, childcare and family meals. The organisation receives no state funding at present and is completely reliant on fundraising events and donations and only employs two full-time staff with salaries not exceeding
€30,000 per annum. The charity are asking that the Irish public donate just €5 to help to secure the future of Hand In Hand. Paula Carroll, a voluntary director at the charity, said: “We desperately wish the Irish public will respond immediately and generously so that we can save Hand In Hand and continue to offer much needed support to the families of children fighting cancer.” For further information and to donate €5, see www.handinhand.ie.
the odds, for now. in favour of FF I t SEE M S p u n t e r s believe that Fianna Fail will win more than 31.5% of the seats in the upcoming general election, despite a date for it being still uncertain, according to BoyleSports. Having laid over 30.5% seats at 5/6, the band has now been increased to a percentage further and the support is showing no signs of drying up for Fianna Fail to gain over 31.5% of seats at 5/6. Liam Glynn, BoyleSports’ spokesperson said: “Punters believe that Fianna Fail will get over 30% of seats in the next general election and, following a flurry of bets on over 30.5%, the band has been moved up to 31.5%, with no sign of support for over 31.5% of
Fianna Fail seats easing. “Despite punters expecting Fianna Fail to win over 31.5% of the seats, their leader, Michael Martin’s odds of becoming Taoiseach have drifted out to 10/1 with current Taoiseach Enda Kenny expected to contest a second term in office, as suggested by his 1/11 odds.”
Enable ireland in need of donations The public are being asked to donate to Enable Ireland in order to help them continue their free services to children and adults with disabilities and their families. The charity covers all aspects of a child’s physical, educational, and social development, from early infancy through adolescence. For adults, it offers a range of services covering personal development, independent living, supported employment and social and leisure activities. Enable Ireland says the demand for its services continues to increase throughout Ireland. It has three adult centres in Dublin, located at Sandyford, Crumlin and Dun Laoghaire. Te x t E N A BLE t o 50300 to donate €4, with 100% of donations going to Enable Ireland across most network operators. Their helpline number is 076 680 5278.
Spectacular starscapes will create some heavenly sights at the National Botanic Gardens in Glasnevin soon, thanks to a stunning photo exhibition
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A journey from the streets of Dun Laoghaire to James Bond don cameron
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IT’S a long way from Dun Laoghaire to Hollywood, and a journey that James Bond producer Kevin McClory made with distinction.
For the man who produced the movie, Thunderball, it was quite a journey and one that he almost did not make. McClory was born on June 8, 1924 to Thomas and Alice McClory, who were both actors and the-
atre producers. They lived at Mellifont Avenue, Dun Laoghaire, and he learned about acting as the youngest member of his parents’ theatre company. It travelled throughout Ireland and Britain, but the outbreak
of World War II brought a stop to that. McClory spent the early war years as a radio officer on the Norwegian tanker, Stigstad, which was torpedoed and sunk on February 21, 1943. He and others got into a life raft and survived dreadful conditions for two weeks. They drifted 600 miles before being rescued and taken to a hospital in Kerry.
He suffered frostbite and lost the ability to speak for more than a year, after which he was left with a stammer. After the war, McClory worked at Shepperton Studios in Middlesex as a location manager before moving up the ladder as assistant to John Huston on The Africa Queen (1951), and assistant director on Moby Dick (1956).
His stock was rising, and he was asked to act as assistant producer on Mike Todd’s Around the World in 80 Days (1956). In 1959, Mcclory met author Ian Fleming, who asked him to read his James Bond books. He did, and told Fleming that the character “jumped off the page”, although he needed some modifications to make him interesting for a screenplay.
He, Fleming and Jack Whittingham worked on the new project (Thunderball) until Fleming dropped out due to other commitments. However, when Fleming published the book without recognising the others’ work, they sued – and won. In December, 1965, Thunderball was released and it is still the most financially successful of the James Bond series.
a day in the life: helping volunteers help children
Lorna’s crucial role at LauraLynn Ian Begley
Volunteers play a crucial role in the dayto-day running of LauraLynn’s children’s hospice and are needed in many areas, such as helping out with fundraising events, interacting with children and their families and assisting the clinical care team. The hospice provides support throughout a child’s life and offers a variety of care for children with life-limiting conditions. Lorna Collins, the volunteer coordinator of LauraLynn, spoke to The Gazette this week about what a day in her life is like. “I started working here last February and it’s a relatively new, fulltime job. I used to work in a very similar role for about nine years, so I’ve fitted in very nicely here. Basically, my job involves looking after our team of volunteers, which amounts to about 120 at the moment. “I’m officially here five days a week and am
always up and down from my desk throughout the day. “I have to meet the volunteers each day and make sure they’re happy. Most would do a twohour shift, and I would meet up and see how they’re doing throughout the day. “Some of the volunteers are called activity assistants and would start the day with ‘circletime activities’, which involves a lot of fun and games. When the kids are up and out of bed, we start their day with lots of songs and dancing. “The volunteers then read the kids stories, and help them do arts and crafts. They also assist the clinical staff and basically just keep the kids entertained throughout the day. Their job is to make sure LauraLynn is a really fun place and to make the children’s stay feel like a holiday. “I would interact with kids on a regular basis, but mainly do the same role as the volunteers. The clinical team look after their clinical needs
Lorna Collins, volunteer coordinator at LauraLynn children’s hospice
and the volunteers provide a source of entertainment and help the staff keep the energy levels high. “I have a nine-to-five job, but the volunteers here start from 9am-8pm and also work weekends too. “It can be a new and daunting experience for some of them when they first arrive, so I have to make sure they’re okay and having fun. “I’ve a few students in
with me today who are making cloud props to teach the children about the weather, so it’s all very hands-on. “We have many outings and events during the weekend as well, and the volunteers often dress up as superheroes and Disney characters. If needs be, I’ll also throw on a costume as well.” For more information about how to volunteer at Lauralynn, see www.lauralynn.ie.
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music: rumours of fleetwood mac at bord gais energy theatre
Go your own way to see Rumours emma nolan enolan@dublingazette.com
The Bord Gais Energy Theatre are welcoming the ultimate tribute to one of rock-and- roll’s most remarkable groups this January 31with a one-night performance from Rumours of Fleetwood Mac. Fleetwood Mac fans can immerse themselves in a night of classic hits, meticulously performed in the style of the iconic band, and spanning the length of their career. Having performed to more than a million fans since they formed more than a decade ago, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac return to Ireland this month to launch their stunning new stage production, performing in note-for-note detail all the classic hits from one of the most out-
standing and enduring catalogues in the history of rock music. Recognised internationally as the world’s leading Fleetwood Mac tribute show, Rumours secured the priceless golden seal of approval from founding member Mick Fleetwood, who described the act as “an extraordinary emotive performance of Fleetwood Mac”. With recent guest appearances from Fleetwood Mac’s very own legendary guitarist Rick Vito, this stunning new show takes the audience on an epic musical journey through changing eras and styles, from the exciting sound of the 1960s London Blues scene right through to the staggering commercial success of the 1970s, 1980s and beyond. Replicating perfectly the power and subtlety of Fleetwood Mac at their bril-
liant best, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac perform all the classic hits live, including Black Magic Woman, Dreams, Gypsy, Say You Love Me, Sara, Oh Diane, Little Lies, Everywhere and many more. Louise Rogan and Amanda Kostadinov are famed for their incredibly authentic performances of Stevie Nicks and Christine McVie respectively. From vocals to body language, it’s hard to tell the difference between the tribute and the real thing. While it’s entirely possible that the band could send Fleetwood Mac fans home happy by playing Rumours from start to finish, the seasoned professionals go beyond that, delving into the back catalogue and B-sides to take the show to a heightened level of authenticity. During the show, the stage empties to
allow the musicians revert to the Peter Green era of the band in the 1960s before Nicks and McVie joined, with Blues guitar favourites like Albatross and Black Magic Woman. The bulk of the show consists of performances of best-known songs like Go Your Own Way, Dreams, The Chain, Landslide, Rhiannon and more, executed in the style of famous past Fleetwood Mac live shows. The show features a message from Fleetwood Mac drummer, Mick Fleetwood, who tells the audience: “Let’s share our music once again. Of course we’re not here in body, but we are in musical spirit”, and gives his endorsement to his “dear friends” performing the music adored for generations. The show starts at 7:30pm, with tickets priced €31.50 and €41.50.
The Gazette Newspaper has teamed up with Dogs Trust to help find homes for unwanted and abandoned dogs. Our Dog of the Week this week is Bruno – a male, seven-year-old Terrier cross. His story started out as quite a sad one, as his owner passed away and left poor Bruno heartbroken. He is such a sweet, gentle and loving little soul, but given his background it will take him a while to settle in to a new home, so we are looking for extra special adopters who will give him that second chance in life. If you think you could offer Bruno a loving home please contact Dogs Trust on 01-879 1000. They are based in Finglas, just off exit 5 on the M50. Map and directions can be found on their website www. dogstrust.ie. You can also find them on Facebook www.facebook.com/ dogstrustirelandonline or Twitter @DogsTrust_IE.
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Shaking up online food ordering Since its launch in June 2015, Marvin.ie has shaken up online food ordering with a revolutionary and rewarding system which offers a better deal for customers and for restaurants. Marvin.ie now offers more diversity in takeaway food than ever before, with over 30 cuisine types available to order. This is expected to continue to grow in the coming year. We tested it recently from our fairly central abode in Dublin 8. We ordered cheeseburgers, fries and a thoroughly authentic strawberry shake with all the trimmings from Mad Cow Milkshakes and Burgers in Cabra. The food arrived very slightly over the 45 minute wait time given, but was hot all the way through and delicious. I was also chuffed to be able to order a milkshake to my front door. Marvin.ie works with some of the biggest takeaway food names in the business, including Apache Pizza, Mizzoni’s, Camile Thai Kitchen, Zaytoon and Bombay Pantry. Order online at Marvin.ie or via the Marvin.ie iPhone or Android app. Keep in touch with Marvin.ie on Twitter (@Marvin.ie) and Facebook (facebook.com/Marvin.ie).
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The Picky Eater hits D8 The sounds of rejoicing can surely be heard for miles around in the streets of Dublin 8. The enclave of Kilmainham - where artists and hipsters, townies and bourgeois professionals who fancy themselves a little bit urban meet has finally got itself a decent restaurant, and this is a crowd that likes to eat out! Having lived in the area myself for many years and being in the game and all, I had long daydreamed of opening my perfect “neighbourhood” joint there. Alas, I wasn’t in a position to do so and didn’t really have the experience or backing then and it has taken another six years for someone else to cotton on. It still amazes me that none of the city’s main players ever took a punt of the grittier end of D8. A stone’s throw from town at the end of Thomas St and boasting some of the inner cities most visited attractions such as IMMA, Guinness’s and The Gaol, not to mention an imbalanced quota of the pink pound. This is an inbuilt market if ever there was one and Union 8 on the corner of South Circular and Old Kilmainham Road is prized to cash in. I still spend plenty of time in the area thanks to my friends there, so
trekked over from my current home in D6 last Saturday to check it out with the locals. On a miserable January Saturday night the sparkly newness and subtle lighting had transformed this derelict old corner, which was formerly an 80s social welfare office, into something you might see in Shoreditch. Huge awnings and large picture windows give you a view straight into the uber- hip and modern industrial style space which was already buzzing on opening weekend. We sat just inside the door in a comfy little lounge area looking into the open bar and kitchen and taking in the brickwork, painted steel and midcentury furnishings. Staff where super relaxed and attentive and we were seated soon after arriving, though I expect the queues will get longer. There were four of us and we opted to do a roundup of the menu and share the lot. So here goes: Really lovely charcuterie and a beautiful, creamy and delightfully savoury white onion soup, a perfect tart and sweet beetroot and sheep’s cheese salad and wonderfully succulent spiced lamb breast started us off and took a swipe at our unre-
Union 8 is “the perfect neighbourhood joint” that breathes some gastronomic life into D8
covered post Christmas hunger pangs. A nice break of 15 minutes allowed us to enjoy our seriously good Tempranillo and give us an appetite for mains. The swapping of plates continued so here goes again: Beef cheek that was tender and flavoursome in its ubiquitous dark unctuous gravy, crispy fatty and soft pork belly was utterly beautiful, a surprisingly moist and moreish supreme of chicken which was delicious and delicate with an outstanding dark meat pie and a perfectly cooked loin of venison with a fondant potato that was as nice as I’ve had!
We shared a chocolate fondant with salted caramel ice cream which was beyond lush. Prices for starters are €7-9 and mains are an extremely fair €17-27. With four bottles of wine and a couple of coffees are bill was a satisfactory €242, minus tip. Only fair to say that food of a less fancy variety is available up the road in the bar of the Hilton and the auld Italian above the Patriot does a mean pizza – I’ve put a way a few in my time – but it’s great to see such a cool little establishment breath some gastronomic life into the area …finally.
Conclusion Union8 boasts an uber- hip and modern industrial style interior. Staff where super relaxed and attentive. Food was flavoursome and delicious. (740 South Circular Road, Kilmainham, Dublin 8 Island Bridge. Phone:(01) 677 8707
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Let The Gazette help make your wedding day extra special and guarantee you have happy memories to share with friends and family in the years to come budgeting advice:
We have some great tips to help manage your cash for the big day Page 22
celebrate in style: rock their world:
Dresses
From classic, timeless designs to a more contemporary look, we have a range of truly beautiful dresses See page 24
Ciara Bridal at Powersourt TownHouse Centre Esther Dress â‚Ź1,600
Take your pick from a wide range of beautiful homes and castles
These glittering beauties will delight any lucky recipient
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See what the Headfort Arms Hotel has to offer at their wedding showcase The Headfort Arms Hotel in Kells will
special touches and theme with the
host its wedding showcase on Sunday,
help of a team of in-house wedding
February 7.
coordinators who are on hand from
Bridal couples can now arrive via
start to finish and ensure that the
the new garden entrance which hosts
Headfort really offers that personal
beautiful bespoke white gates. Guests
wedding experience.
can also enjoy the new paved areas,
Fully inclusive packages are also on
giant parasols and seating areas, rain
offer to take the occasional stresses
or shine.
of planning away. Packages include a
The garden is now also self-con-
luxury hotel reception package with
tained with its own bar, rest rooms and
five-course dinner, floristry, station-
BBQ, making it the perfect backdrop to
ary, wedding cake, live band, profes-
civil ceremonies which can now be held
sional DJ, photography, videography
outside in the venue.
and full venue dressing, from €8,500 for
Civil and humanist wedding pack-
100 persons (on selected dates). Mid-
ages, which cater for couples who do
week inclusive packages start at €39.95
not want a religious ceremony, are very
per person.
much increasing in popularity. Equally
Full wedding weekend packages are
for those who wish to embrace the
also available which include a “next
autumnal or winter seasons, the Head-
day” garden party, with pig-on-the-
fort is known for its open fires, homely
spit or casual food offerings custom-
atmosphere and an Irish welcome set
ised as you wish.
to match. Couples can customise their menus,
For further information, see www.headfortarms.ie.
| financing your wedding |
Keeping the big day on budget To avoid going over budget, the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission’s website www.consumerhelp. ie has timely advice for anyone who recently got engaged.
Review your spending Get a clear picture of your finances. If you have outstanding debts such as loans or credit card bills, concentrate on clearing them first, starting with the most expensive, to gain a good insight into what money you have available to spend. Start saving To avoid starting married life on a bad financial footing, consider opening a savings account dedicated to your wedding costs. At www.consumerhelp. ie, you will find a savings comparison tool to compare the interest rates on savings accounts from the main providers. Make a wedding budget Check out the wedding budget planner on the Competition and Consumer Protection’s consumer website (http:// www.consumerhelp.ie/ wedding-budget). This online tool will help you calculate all costs, big and small. Most importantly, it will help you prioritise your spending. Struggling to meet the cost If you are struggling to stay within your budget and feel that you need to borrow, check how much it will cost you and how long it will take you to
repay the loan. You can do this by using the loan calculator at www.consumerhelp.ie. There is also a personal loan cost comparison on the website, which allows you to compare the latest interest rates charged by the main providers.
Be Flexible Try and stay flexible in your plans. Consider getting married off-peak; the month and the day you choose to marry on could save you thousands of euro. In terms of venues, be open to alternative spaces and think about the experience you can create. Ask for help; cake making and decoration, calligraphy, photography and music may be hobbies your friends have. Join online discussion forums and read wedding blogs to find out about others’ experiences with suppliers and ways you can save. Pay by credit/debit card Paying by credit/debit card instead of cash offers you some protection if things go wrong. For instance, you may be able to request a chargeback if something goes wrong, such as the bridal shop closing down. A chargeback is when your card provider agrees to reverse the transaction. Avoid signing a contract with a venue until you are sure what is and isn’t included in the price being quoted. Keep all the paperwork Quotes, contracts and receipts relating to the wedding should be kept
Whether you’re planning on pushing the boat out or going for a more intimate affair, keeping track of any related wedding costs is essential
safe in case of any issues with a supplier.
What about insurance? Wedding insurance offers you more security if something does go wrong – such as failure of traders to deliver a service. Many insurance providers offer wedding insurance, so make sure you know what the policy covers before
you buy. Travel insurance for your honeymoon can cover you against any losses. Shop around for the best value and always check the policy details before you buy. To get more tips and advice on managing your money for life’s big events, check out the Competition and Consumer Protection’s website at www.consumerhelp.ie.
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| there are many beautiful, old irish venues to host your dream wedding |
Let the past help start your future THE right venue is a key part of making your big day a wonderful one for everyone, and not “just” for the happy couple. Whether looking for a venue that’s steeped in history, or for something a little more contemporary, there’s a venue to suit all tastes and budgets, with the following sure to delight all who book them.
Tankardstown House, Co Meath Tankardstown comprises an 18th century manor house and orangery – the focal point of an 80-acre estate of parkland, woodland, courtyards and walled
gardens. Both civil ceremonies and civil partnerships can be held within the house and in the gardens by the yew tree. The predinner drinks reception in the main house sets the tone for the evening ahead, when guests proceed down the winding staircase to the orangery, which can seat up to 250 guests for dinner. For further information, see www.irelandsbluebook.com, or contact Tankardstown House directly at 041 982 4621.
Rathsallagh House, Co Wicklow Imagine the wedding of your dreams in your own
country house with a romantic parkland setting of rolling fields and thousands of mature trees. Rathsallagh, a member of Ireland’s Blue Book, is regarded as the ultimate country house (home of the O’Flynn family) wedding venue in Ireland. Its exclusivity allows the flexibility to tailor all arrangements to suit couples on their special day. With its walled gardens and orangery, Rathsallagh is ideal for civil ceremonies and blessings, while there are a number of quaint country churches on its door step. For further information see www.irelandsbluebook.com, or contact
Rathsallagh directly at 045 403 112.
Castle Leslie Estate, Co Monaghan Nestled on 1,000 acres of undulating Irish countryside, dotted with ancient woodlands and glittering lakes, Castle Leslie is a stunningly beautiful and secluded estate in Co Monaghan. A truly private rural escape, it is a magical setting for your very special day. Located in the village of Glaslough, the estate is only 80 minutes from Dublin, but feels like a million miles away from modern life’s stresses. Castle Leslie Estate can accommodate different styles of wedding celebrations, ranging from 40-260 guests. For further information, see www. irelandsbluebook.com, or contact Castle Leslie directly at 047 88100. Kilronan Castle, Co Roscommon Located on the shores of Lough Meelough, Ballyfarnon, Kilronan Castle is a hidden gem, and one of Ireland’s most luxurious castle hotels. The ancestral home of the Tenison family, Kilronan Castle is steeped in history, full of character and old-world charm. With its acres of woodland, open lawns and pathways, the castle offers everything to make the big day pass without a hitch, catering for intimate to extravagant weddings alike. Its 84 superbly appointed bedrooms are fully equipped with contemporary comforts, fusing modern luxury with a touch of old-style glamour. For further information, see www.kilronancastle.ie, or contact Kilronan Castle directly at 071 961 8000.
Make it Monaghan for a wedding venue to remember, with historic Castle Leslie providing a striking backdrop for your photos
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| classic, timeless styles |
Commins & Co, 2.20ct sapphire and diamond ring €2,150 The Town Bride Stella York Wedding Dress €POR
With this ring …
Ciara Bridal at Powerscourt Townhouse Centre Lulu Dress €2,000
WITH Valentine’s Day just around the corner – one of the most popular days of the year for popping the big question – we decided to take a look at some of the more popular rings available this year. The single solitaire, which proved popular for so many year, has been usurped by the cluster diamond, or princess cut. Kate Middleton has also made popular the solitaire sapphire surrounded by diamonds. Here are some of our faves, from Commins and Co.
Commins & Co, 1.00ct yellow sapphire ring €2,475
Commins & Co, 1.95ct aquamarine and diamond ring €3,550
Commins & Co, Halo engagement ring selection
Ciara Bridal at Powerscourt Townhouse Centre, Naomi wedding dress POR
It’s all about the Dress! It’s likely to be one of the most (if not the most
important) dresses you will ever wear, so, every bride wants to get it just right.
Commins & Co, Solitaire engagement ring selection
Covet The Collection, Sophia dress from €195
Sweetheart necklines and bust dresses have made way for sleeker, silk and satin looks with a
strong Downton influence.
With Covet in Powerscourt now doing a bridal
range, there is plenty of opportunity to wear
a show-stopping gown. Here, we’ve picked out some of our favourites.
Knightsbridge, Johanna Johnson Wedding Gown, €POR
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FastSport Tector runs not enough for Irish side: IRELAND’S Under19 cricket team suffered a second consecutive World Cup warm-up defeat in Savar on Monday when a disappointing batting collapse saw them lose by four wickets to Canada. Dubliners Jack Tector and Stephen Doheny gave Ryan Eagleson’s side a perfect platform with an opening stand of 88 in 14 overs before the Canadians struck back impressively through Kurt Ramdath. Skipper Tector hit eight fours and a six in his knock of 83 before younger brother, Harry, chipped in with a very valuable 37 before Ireland finally dismissed for 197. Canada, however, made the total with four wickets to spare to see them home with Abreesh Khan clipping an unbeaten 93 runs to play the captain’s role. Ireland begin the tournament in earnest on Thursday against tournament favourites India.
boxing: lucan woman bringing celtic warrior ethos to los angeles
Christie’s American dream james hendicott
sport@dublingazette.com
LAST SUMMER, Lucan native Kerrie Christie left Blanchardstown’s Celtic Warrior Boxing Club after four years, and took off for pastures new with Box N Burn in Los Angeles. Her lofty aim: “become boxing’s premiere female coach”. Eight months on, GazetteSport spoke to Christie to hear how her American adventure is progressing. “Life has been crazy fast but absolutely amazing, getting myself settled in the gym, in the area, and to the lifestyle,” she said of her new surroundings. “I’ve been working hard in the gym, trying to learn as much as I can
and progress as much as I can, and work on my own conditioning too. Things are going great. I feel like I’ve always been here. “The gym is going from strength to strength and I’ve become a head trainer which is a great little boost.” One of Christie’s key aims on leaving Ireland was to learn from Box N Burn, with the club home to a host of high-level boxing superstars ranging from British prospect Tony Jeffries to leading fitness trainer Kevan Watson. On the learning process, she says it’s more about adaptations than sweeping changes, but that she’s progressing nonetheless. “My approach to box-
ing training has changed,” she says. “Being surrounded by world class trainers here with so much knowledge, you pick up little bits here and there that you add to your arsenal. Just minor changes, different techniques, rather than the approach.” Of course, there is some Los Angeles glamour to be had, too. “I can’t mention a name right now, but I am currently training a client, privately, for an upcoming tour starting in April. “She and her band are touring Europe over three months from April - July. So, she needs to be in peak fitness to be able to keep up with a very demanding tour schedule, and then we are also
Kerry Christie conducts a training session at the Box n Burn gym in Los Angeles
trying to get her into peak condition so she looks good on stage too. “It’s exciting. It’s a fun project! They actually hit Ireland in May, I’m hoping to get out for the show.” Christie’s move also gives an insight into the Irish boxing scene’s success, especially at age-group level, by comparison. “The amateur set up is a lot different,” she tells us. “In Ireland, we have boxing clubs in most small towns, like you would with a GAA team or football team for local kids to get involved and start learning and competing. “From my own expe-
rience in Ireland being part of a boxing club, we start young like eight or nine years old, and spar as soon as possible. Over here, there doesn’t seem to be boxing gyms, not for young kids anyway. “The only boxing clubs I’ve come across, are high school or college teams. College sports are obviously massive over here. A big college will have a boxing team. “Other than that, there are plenty of boxing clubs around, but they are for people to go and train in. You have to find your own trainer to take you down the amateur fight path.” As for life in Califor-
nia’s sun? There’s no question it suits the Dub. “I really am in love with life over here,” she says. “If you want to do something, the opportunity is here for you, just put the hard work in and it’ll work out. Sometimes life feels like an episode of Entourage. “Twice I’ve had Arnold Schwarzenegger cycle past me as I’m skateboarding on the beach cycle path. Walk down the street to get a coffee and you’ll most likely bump into a celebrity.” With “big news” to follow in the coming months, Christie’s LA adventure sounds like it’s just beginning.
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Ian Madigan giving advice at his master-class session with Stillorgan RFC
LEINSTER and Ireland rugby star, Ian Madigan – who is a Life Style Sports ambassador – paid a special visit to Stillorgan RFC to share some of his secrets of success. Currently playing in Division 3 of the Dublin Metro League, Stillorgan RFC were put through a 90-minute master-class session by Madigan with a special focus on tactical and place kicking. The club won the session following a competition run by the sports shop with Ian Earls of
Stillorgan RFC selected as the lucky winner. Earls and his team mates took to the field in Kilmacud where the Irish out-half demonstrated skills and techniques honed under the guidance of Leinster and Ireland coaching staff, breaking down each skill and technique as the team strive for victory this season. Competition winner Ian Earls said of the session: “It was such a great experience to be coached by and play with Ian Madigan. “He’s one of the best players around, so to have the oppor-
tunity to be trained by him was really something special, definitely an unforgettable experience. “I entered the Life Style Sports competition because, while my team are very good, our kicking game was in need of some work, so no better man than Ian to come in and give us some inspiration!” Madigan said of the session: “They were a great group of lads and I really enjoyed the experience. The session itself was a good challenge as there was a real mixture of ability with
some beginners thrown in with guys who have been playing for years. “However, they all had a great energy and a huge appetite for the sport, which is great to see.” Debbie Byrne, marketing director at Life Style Sports added: “Our involvement in rugby is not limited to the elite level but caters to players of all ages and abilities through our unrivalled range of performance apparel and equipment. “We’ll be keeping a close eye on Stillorgan RFC’s results in the coming weeks and months.”
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Lidl’s marketing campaign for the new ladies football season certainly garnered plenty of media attention; Dublin and Foxrock Cabinteely star hopes it will brings a wider audience nathan kelly
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AS IS the case every January, media coverage for intercounty football is growing week by week. This year, however, ladies Gaelic football stole the headlines, if even for a couple of days. Ladyball announced itself to the world on social media last week and immediately grabbed attention. A new pink ball, “specially designed for a lady’s game with softtouch for a woman’s grip, eazi-play for a woman’s ability and fashion-driven for a woman’s style”. Three days later and after much outrage online, ladies football’s new sponsors, Lidl, owned up to Ladyball, admitting it was a marketing campaign to raise awareness and show
how ladies gaelic football deserves serious support. Foxrock Cabinteely’s Sinead Goldrick appeared on the poster in the supermarket chain’s second, more-serious video and we asked her what she thought of the whole idea. “I think it was a successful campaign that brought attention to ladies football at a time that we wouldn’t normally get media coverage,” said the All-Star. “Hopefully, it will follow through with activation in terms of raising awareness of ladies football and will, in turn, bring more attendance to our games. “I think, for any marketing campaign, if it makes noise, it can bring attention to the game. It had a high reach and everything like that so I think it was a positive thing.”
The campaign was originally met by a mix of people who sensed straight away there was a more serious idea behind it and those who actually thought Ladyball was to start appearing on shelves. One thing it did show, which Goldrick agrees with, is that a lot of people showed they care about women’s sport “Hopefully now it’s not just a social media or online reaction and that people actually follow through with it and start supporting by coming to the games and also watching our games when we’re on television,” she said. Away from marketing campaigns, Goldrick reflected on 2015 on the club and county stage. It was mixed year which ended with a fourth AllStar.
Sinead Goldrick at AIG’s launch of the 2016 Dublin season. Picture: Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile
She enjoyed Dublin and Leinster success with Foxrock Cabinteely before an All-Ireland club semi-final defeat to eventual champions Donaghmore. There was also a second consecutive All-Ireland intercounty final defeat to Cork.
defeats Cork no doubt still hurt and Goldrick insists things have to change this year if they are to eventually topple with their Rebel rivals. “ O b v i o u s l y we ’ ve reached two All-Ireland final’s in the past two years and we haven’t got over the line so we need to
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‘Hopefully Ladyball will follow through and bring more attendance to our games’ Dublin star Sinead Goldrick
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“I suppose with the club, for us to win a Leinster title for the first time was a huge achievement,” she said. “I know we wanted to go the whole way and it was hugely disappointing but for where our club is and for Foxrock Cabinteely, to win the Leinster title I think I look on that as a positive year in terms of club. “In our semi-final we missed a lot of chances, a lot of goal chances, and Donaghmore went on to win it so it shows we are at that standard and we can compete for All-Ireland club finals. “That gives us a lot of confidence in ourselves and hopefully this year the goal will be to win Dublin, Leinster and the All-Ireland.” In terms of Dublin, those two back-to-back
kind of change what we’re doing this year. “What we’re doing is not getting us our ultimate goal so I think we’ve all taken that on board and reviewing it as a completely new year, again focusing on one game and right now that’s Kerry,” said Goldrick. That Kerry game kicks off the National League season on January 31 and despite a drive to catch Cork, the season opener is the only game on the mind. “They would be one of the top four teams in Ireland so it will be good to see where we stand against them and where our fitness levels are. “I think the ladies football league is very competitive, especially in Division 1 and we’ll want to see where we are in comparison to the other teams.”
Crusaders’ Hyland on the high road to victory CRUSADERS Marie Hyland clawed her way back to a comfortable victory in the women’s intermediate race at the GloHealth intermediate, masters, juvenile B and intercounty relays which were all held at Dundalk IT last Sunday. It was one of the highlights of an actionpacked day of cross-country running. In Hyland’s win, a whirlwind start by Catherine Whoriskey (City of Derry Spartans) saw her rocket into the lead from the gun setting a blistering pace. Whoriskey looked like she was going to leave the field in her wake but the fast early pace caught up with her and Hyland closed the distance before pushing on to an impressive victory over 5km in 18.56. Catherina Mullen (Shercock) paced her race perfectly to come through and usurp Whoriskey for the silver in 19.11 with the daring Derry runner having to settle for third in 19.15. Elsewhere, DSDAC’S Emer Fitzpatrick showed immense potential for the future with a comprehensive win in Hannut, Belgium As soon as the gun sounded, Fitzpatrick and Niamh Carey broke away from a top class field in what was a veritable mudbath. The locals were astounded by the pace set by the two DSD athletes. The early exertions told on Carey who was only beaten by a top Belgian athlete, by a few metres, for the silver medal. DSD ended up with four of the first 10 runners, making sure of a great team win in the Under-18 girls category. The club also won well with their Under-18 team winning at Under-20 level. This augurs well for the future as teams from Belgium, France, Germany and Holland were represented in a well organised event, where there were 30 races of every description.
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soccer: kilbogget club advance to last 16 on national stage
Rockford Manor reach Irish volleyball decider ROCKFORD Manor came incredibly close to landing the Under-16 All-Ireland volleyball title as they pushed Sutton Park to within two points last week at UCD. The tie went down to a third set decider with the Blackrock side winning until the last few minutes before Sutton Park bounced back to get the points they needed to get over the line. Nonetheless, this was a very big achievement to reach a cadette All-Ireland final as volleyball only started in Rockford Manor five years ago. This was the first All-Ireland final the side had reached at this level but the signs are good for the future with the first and second year team winning the junior volleyball All-Ireland competition called Spikeball in 2013 and 2014.
Drummy breaks new ground for Irish tennis MOUNT Anville student Georgia Drummy broke new ground this week as she became the youngest Irish tennis player to qualify for a Junior Grand Slam as she earned a place in the main draw at the Australian Open. The 15-year-old beat Helen Abigail Altick (USA), who is two years older and with an ITF junior ranking of 105, in straight sets, 6-2 7-6 in the final qualifying round. She dominated for much of the tie, winning a comfortable first set. Both players exchanged a break in the second before Drummy broke at
5-5. Altick broke again to tie the set at 6-6. Drummy however controlled the tiebreak from the start and closed it out 7-2, sealing the victory in straight sets. It continued Drummy’s incredible rise up the rankings, moving her up to 187 in the ITF Under-18 rankings from outside the world’s top 2,000 in 2013. Her stated goal is to break into the world’s top 100 by September. In the first round proper, she put in a battling performance against Japan’s Ayano Shimizu but ultimately fell 6-3, 6-3. The Junior Australian Open is not over for Drummy, though, as she will also compete in the doubles event with Shimizu.
The Cabinteely Under-13 side that is through to the SFAI Cup last 16. Picture: cabinteelyfc.ie
Garrigos fires Cabo through sfai under-13 cup Ferrybank Cabinteely FC nathan kelly sport@dublingazette.com
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CABINTEELY’S Under13 side battled through wind, mud and rain to book their place in the last 16 of the SFAI Cup last Saturday in Waterford. The talented young side travelled down south to take on Ferrybank in the national competition. When the South Dubliners hopped off their bus, however, they were met with awful conditions, grey skies, and a pitch that looked barely playable. The referee, in agree-
ment with both managers, started the game half an hour earlier than the 2pm set time to beat the impending rain. Both sides basically got a feel for the game for the opening 15 minutes, fully aware that one slip in the mud could bring Steven Gerrard-like catastrophe. The visitors eventually took the lead when a Darragh Lynch shot was only parried by the Ferrybank keeper to Marc Garrigos and his rebound nestled into the back of the net. The rest of the half was a real battle with little in the way of chances and, as the rain appeared during the half-time break, the
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second half followed suit. It was turning into a case of who wanted it more on a miserable day and, in the end, it was Cabo. They should have had a penalty midway through the half when Josh Kavanagh was hacked down which could have sealed the result but were made grind it out. Stand-in keeper Adam Thomas proved a hero with an assured performance between the sticks. The Kilbogget side were forced to rotate every 10 minutes or so due to fatigue caused by the heavy pitch. The back four and midfield battled like lions
to keep the hosts from equalising and the players further forward offered many a breather in the latter stages through selfless running. Speaking after the result, one half of the managerial team, Mark Kavanagh praised his players for coping with the conditions. “It’s great for the kids that they got the win; the bus journey home was a much more enjoyable experience afterwards as you can imagine,” he said. “If we had gone there and lost after such a tough day, it would have been hard to take but they really dug-in and to see their
faces at full-time, it was all worth it; there was a many a song sung on the way home.” Up next in the competition is an away trip a lot closer to home in Phoenix FC of Ashtown. Now a league above Cabo in the DDSL Premier, the sides met last season before Phoenix won promotion and Kavanagh said it will be a stern test. “They are a decent side, they would have to be to be in the Premier,” he said. “But last season Cabinteely were one of very few teams to win points off them so we’ll go there and do our best and you never know on the day.”
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Dubs stars Kilmacud ready for refix of annual GAA challenge
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Cuala
the rescheduled Dubs Stars hurling and
football challenge matches will take place at Kilmacud Crokes’ Glenalbyn grounds on Sunday, January 31. The hurling challenge throws in at 12.30pm with the football kicking off straight after at around 2pm. Food and drinks will be available throughout the day while there will be autograph opportunities for fans.
WELL done to David Treacy, Sean
culture and language officer last
Treacy and Oisin Gough on their 1-28
week.
to 1-19 win over Galway in the Walsh
Team equipment can now be
Cup semi-final. The Dubs face Wex-
ordered from the Cuala shop online.
ford in the final next Saturday in a
See the Cuala website for more
Croke Park double-header with the
details. Comhghairdeas le Colaiste Ios-
footballers.
football: stillorgan school storm past kells
Congratulations to all the winners
agáin ar a bhuaigh Craobh Laighean
at Saturday night’s annual awards
De Ceadaoin seo chaite. Ta a lan cailini
night. It was a fantastic success as
o Cuala ar an bhfoireann.
always and many thanks to Orla and
Tickets (€10) for the 2016 GAA
Damien for all their work organising
national club draw are on sale in the
it.
club now. Fantastic prizes. Ba mhaith le Muintir Dhrisceoil
All money raised stays in Cuala.
buíochas a ghabhail le pobal Cuala
Contact your team or section rep
as an gcomhbha agus as an tacaio-
to buy them. Also on sale in IADT on
cht a leiriodh leo ar bhas a n-athar
Saturday mornings for the next few
Seosamh le déanaí.
weeks.
Members are reminded that their
Great news for the Cuala academy
Annual Subscriptions fell due on Jan-
and juvenile parents. There will be
uary 1, 2016. Payments can be made
teas, coffees and cakes available at
through the Cuala website. There is
Saturday training in IADT to keep you
no increase for those who pay before
warm during the cold winter weeks. This will be run by the 2002 Girls as
February 28. Congratulations to Cuala’s Pat O’Donoghue on his election as DLGFA
part of their Feile 2016 fundraising efforts.
Shankill THE club AGM will be held on Mon-
us at the e-mail address below, there
day, February 1 at 8pm in St Anne’s
are no trials, no selection processes
Resource Centre, Shankill.
and no annual subscription. The cost
Our juvenile academy, sponsored Niamh Ni Chopla receives the Leinster senior A trophy on behalf of Colaiste Iosagain
Colaiste Iosagain run amok in Leinster final
Leinster a final Colaiste Iosagain 2-19 Eureka, Kells 0-4 sport@dublingazette.com
COLAISTE Iosagain Stillorgan proved too strong for Eureka Secondary School Kells in the Leinster Post Primary senior A football final played in ideal conditions at Dunganny. They ran out 2-19 to 0- 4 winners with Michelle Ni Chiardha scoring 1-5. They led almost from start to finish, building a 0-11 to 0-4 advantage at half time before second half goals from Ni Chiardha
and Niamh Ni Shiochain moved them out of sight. The opening 15 minutes was a fairly even affair. Clara Lynch got Eureka on the scoreboard first but Stillorgan replied with four u n a n s we r e d p o i n t s through Ni Shiochain, Hannah Ni Dhea, Ni Chiardha and Laura Ni Chatain. The Kells girls bounced back to level matters. Clara Lynch kicked her second point and a brace from Seona Lynch had the teams level at 0-4 each. But, from here on, it
was all Colaiste Iosagain.
Seven-point spell Midfielder Ni Chiardha and corner forward Grace Ni She were giving the Eureka girls a torrid time and the Dublin school sent over another seven points without reply to go in at the break for a sevenpoint half-time lead. There was no let up in the second half as Iosagain pushed home their advantage. Eureka failed to score in this period while the winners added 2-8 to their tally.
The Stillorgan tally could have been a lot more but for the heroics of Eureka keeper Emily Jo White. After the game, Ni Chiardha was presented with the player of the match award while team captain Niamh Ni Chopla was presented with the ladies Leinster Post Primar y Senior Football A’ Cup. They advance to the semi-final of the AllIreland phase of the competition where they will meet Galway’s Glenamaddy who came through the Connacht championship.
is only €2 for each child.
by O’Donnell’s Pharmacy, Shankill,
Men’s adult football team train-
had a fantastic turnout for the first
ing has resumed. New players are
day back after the break and will be
always welcome; contact Kevin on
in action from now every Saturday
086 8449902. For more information,
morning.
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Ballinteer st john’s THERE was no winner of the January
Tickets are available online at
21 lotto draw for €2,200. Jackpot will
www.ballinteerstjohns.com or from
be €2,400 next week.
the usual outlets.
Our joker wild draw continues this
Bingo every Monday night is in the
Thursday; it is open to lotto play-
clubhouse – starts at 8pm and all
ers present in the clubhouse on the
welcome for a great night’s enter-
night.
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