Tipp Echo June 04 2025

T pp Echo

PRIVATE HOMECARE

Coolmore Stud and the Community

Representatives from the Tipp Echo Newspaper recently visited Coolmore Stud to gain an insight into this world-renowned operation.

On approach to Coolmore Stud, just five minutes outside the town of Fethard, there are no signs to advise you that you are approaching one of the most celebrated and famous stud farms in the world. What is very evident is that the hedges are cut, neat and tidy and this is consistent throughout the 3,000acre holding nestled against the backdrop of Slievenamon mountain.

Our tour guide for the day, Maurice Moloney knows all that is to be known about Coolmore having spent the last 43 years working for the company and is an important link between Coolmore and the local community. There is an assuredness and confidence in Maurice that puts you at ease, his pride in the operation is evident in every word that leaves his mouth. We toured the stallion yard and en route you are transformed into a world of majestic wonder with life size bronze statues of stallions like the great Galileo and the tree planted to commemorate Queen Elizibeth II’ visit in May 2011, such was her love of the equestrian world the Queen’s visit to Coolmore Stud was arguably the highlight

of her visit to Ireland. In the stallion stable yard underneath a majestic weeping beech tree there is a bench with brass plate commemorating a recently deceased colleague, great past stallions are remembered here but great past personnel are also remembered with love and a sense of sincere loss. As we moved down the rubber-bricked road to the paddocks with manicured hedges at each side, we see in living reality the elite group of the world’s finest thoroughbred stallions, Saxon Warrior, City of Troy, Churchill and Camelot to name a few. We move along to the breeding enclosures and meet the people that make this place tick, and it becomes apparent that in as much as this is a world’s premier stud farm, it is also a people driven operation, and it is its people that makes it the success that it is. There is a sense of ease and contentment in people we meet, there is a smile and a bit of banter and interaction with Maurice that is genuine and tangible.

The tour took us through some of the best land the golden vale has to offer and the sense of contentment we observed in the people we met seems to have transformed itself to the many paddocks of Limousin, Simmental, Charolais and Belgian Blue cattle, they lay there in lush grass without a care in the

be described as immaculate. The environment and in particular trees are spoken about here with pride and a real awareness of their significance to the planet and the foundation that is being laid for future generations.

One of the avenues we passed through is lined with imported red cedar trees, they have been grown and nurtured to a magnificence that must be seen to be fully appreciated. I don’t know of any other entity that holds the environment as such a priority, 60 acres are set aside to grow saplings for planting around the 3,000-acre estate. Native red squirls have been introduced and are protected along with the pheasant rearing operation where hunting and shooting is prohibited.

The onsite museum at the end of our tour was breathtaking, the letter of appreciation written by Queen Elizabeth is on display as you enter and inside you are taken on a history tour of Coolmore and the many, many achievements dating back to 1960. There is scarcely enough room for the thousands of trophies that have been accumulated by what is the most successful stud farm in the world.

There is nothing left to chance here, the recently added mill at a cost of more than €3 million ensures quality assurance and

grown on site where they are monitored and evaluated at every step of the process. The partnership with the local veterinary practice is another example of community involvement where a total of 60 staff are working in Fethard Veterinary hospital, many specialist practicing veterinarians among them, have become part of the fabric of the community. The more than 1,300 people that are employed by Coolmore Stud, the majority from the local towns of nearby Fethard and Killenaule are part of a community that is a winning formula that will leave a lasting legacy for future generations. The addition of Cashel Palace to the operation further enhances and solidifies Coolmore’s place in the community adding another dimension to the operation. The highly lucrative Cashel Palace/ Coolmore tours bring many visitors to the region and this foreign investment translates into cash registers ringing across the whole community.

The inaugural Coolmore careers day where more than 700 students (4th – 6th Year) from 15 post primary schools across Co. Tipperary availed of the opportunity to explore dozens of farming, trade and professional career types on their doorstep at this Careers Day dedicated to

bloodstock, farming, tourism, hospitality and associated sectors. Participating schools hailed from Fethard, Clonmel, Cahir, Cashel, Thurles, Ballingarry and Kilsheelan. The Careers Day showcased a range of careers in these sectors, drawing on real life examples from the world-renowned Coolmore group. Bloodstock is especially people-intensive, often requiring more people than horses in caring for some of the most valuable bloodstock on the globe. In addition to the stud operation, the racing arm in Ballydoyle and the farming enterprise, the group has several local interests in the tourism and hospitality sector. The Cashel Palace Hotel and its Michelin starred restaurant along with Mikey Ryan’s are all in Cashel while 2024 saw the opening of Sadler’s Restaurant & Bar in Fethard. As a result, the Coolmore group directly employs over 1,300 staff whose families live and work in the region.

We were invited to visit the local “Town Park” where Coolmore donated land with significant financial investment and the Community have intertwined with what can only be described as breathtaking results. We experienced first hand a living breathing community in all its brilliant best. The fabulous all-weather pitch lined out with different colour lines to

accommodate soccer, rugby and GAA is a great example of a community with different agendas and disciplines coming together and making it work. While we were there the sense of community was tangible, there was a class from a local school with their teachers doing warm up exercises, people on outdoor exercise machines, people utilising the walking track around the park and an elderly lady with a walking aid who was able to access the facilities because of the care that was taken to ensure the whole community can access the park. This joint venture between Coolmore and the community becomes even more evident when you enter the community centre building with activities going on in every corner of the building. The care that has been taken to make the facility an all community activity centre is refreshing with wheelchair accessibility at the forefront. The new primary care centre that will open shortly on the same site on land donated by Coolmore is another step in the evolution of this thriving community. It’s hard to summarise the journey and emotions that the Coolmore tour have invoked, my lasting impression is that I have witnessed a truly Irish experience that cares deeply for the environment and the community it serves.

Denis McGrath, Tipp Echo Business Development Manager pictured at Coolmore Stud

Cashel Town in talk of the

Steam Charity Run brings excitement and colour to Cashel

There was a great turnout in Cashel on Tuesday morning last when the Irish Steam Engine Owners Rally finally wound it’s way into Cashel on its way to Cork in this years charity run. The Association have been involved in helping charity’s for some time now, and have one major run every five years, as they have to protect the machinery, some of which is over 100 years old. This run will benefit the Irish Wheelchair Society, and ran from Naas to Cork, taking in a number of towns in Kildare, Laois, Kilkenny and Tipperary before finishing up in the Rebel County.

There is always a huge interest among people when the run takes place, ranging from people who love the nostalgia of the old engines, to farmers and engineers, who are always amazed by how they were constructed, and the difference they must have made to working on farms, taking away some of the most back breaking laborious work. The engines themselves now though, are a labour of love, and have been magnificently restored to their original glory. It’s interesting when you look at them, that they were not only seen as functional farming implements, but because they would only have been afforded by the richest farmers, there was also an elegance and beauty in their design and colouring. All of that continues to make them a matter of interest, and the people who turned out in Cashel to see them, were given a wonderful treat.

By Liam Browne

Adam Daly (Knockavilla Donaskeigh Kickhams), Jack Quinlan (Fethard), Dylan Fogarty (Boherlahan/ Dualla) and Oisin O’Donoghue (Cashel King Cormacs) all former pupils at Cashel Community School who were part of the Tipperary panel who defeated Kilkenny in the All-Ireland Under 20 Hurling Championship final played at Nowlan Park, Kilkenny on Saturday last.

Cashel CS’s big contribution to Tipp All Ireland success

Cashel Community School make big contribution to All Ireland success

Cashel Community School has been making big waves in the school hurling competitions for the past number of years, which culminated in their first ever Harty Cup success in 2023, and they have now converted that school success to county success, providing four players to the Tipperary squad that defeated Kilkenny in Nowlan Park on Sunday evening. Some of those were instrumental in helping the school to their maiden Harty Cup success

and have continued to perform with excellence in the county colours since.

Cashel’s Oisin O’Donoghue and Adam Daly of Knockavilla Kickhams both started, with Jack Quinlan of Fethard and Boherlahan/Dualla’s Dylan Fogarty being part of the wider squad that travelled to Kilkenny on Saturday evening.

O’Donoghue would have been stinging from the loss he suffered at the final stage last year to Offaly, but he’s made great strides not only at this grade, but also at senior grade, and put in a huge per-

formance to ensure the Premier County came away with a rather easy success in the end, skinning ‘The Cats’ by nine points at the finish.

All four of the players would credit the school for its part in their hurling education over the years, with the continuous drive for excellence making sure that they are exposed to the best young hurlers all over Munster for two or three years in their senior school cycle.

Here’s wishing them more success at both club and county level long into the future.

Oliver Corbett enjoying the Irish Steam Engine Owners Rally at its stop last week in Cashel.

Contestants calming the nerves before the start of the Jungle competition in Cashel on Sunday night.

Mourning a Legend Cashel joins New York in

JOHNNY MURPHY spent most of his life in New York, but his love of Cashel and his continued interest in his family and friends there, remained undimmed throughout his life. He was a regular visitor to the town, coming to his former home in Moore Lane in the shadow of the famous Rock. Unfortunately, news came recently to the members of Johnny’s family that he had passed away, far from the place he grew up in, and that passing was keenly felt right across the great expanse of the Atlantic.

Before his family moved to Moore Lane, they lived at 11 Cathal Brugha Street, where Johnny, the oldest of a family of six, three boys and three girls, was born to Michael Murphy and Elizabeth O’Brien on April 20, 1936. In fact, on the night that he was born his grandfather, was being waked in his home on the boreen under the Rock.

Johnny went to the National School on the Green, where his teachers were Frank Egan and Mr. O’Sullivan. When he was finished there, he moved down to the CBS on the Golden Road where Brothers Ryan, Ford and Nolan, ‘a tough man’, were in control. The latter was in charge of the hurling team and the game was promoted with missionary zeal. Some years later, in 1963 in fact, Johnny recognised his hurling debt to the Brother’s, by presenting the Murphy Cup, a Challenge Cup for the Cashel King Cormacs juvenile league competition, to Brother Noonan.

FIRST JOB

He spent just one year in the secondary school before leaving in 1951, going to work in Arthur Wards at the Back of the Pipes, where his uncle, Paddy O’Brien got him the start. Wards was a drapery shop, but also carried on a pawn business and issued fishing and gun licences. But away from work, young Murphy was only interested in one thing, hurling. And he was good at it. In fact, very good.

Johnny soon came to the notice of the county selectors and was selected on the county minor team in 1952. They beat Waterford in the first round, but the selectors weren’t happy with the team and held a trial at Thurles the following Sunday. According to Johnny, “Cashel played Solohead at Tipperary Town earlier that day and beat them in overtime. Michael Davern and I were on the team and rushed back to Cashel to catch the South car going to Thurles. We missed it and Jim Devitt drove us over. We togged out came on the field and were put marking one another. We walked off in protest and were both dropped from the panel. Tipperary went on to win the All-Ireland with Tony Wall as captain.”

Still angry at the way he was treated, Johnny failed to go for a trial in 1953, even though he was notified. When the team was picked, he was selected at centre-forward. They beat Waterford, Cork, Limerick, Antrim and Dublin to win the All-Ireland. The team was a star-studded one with Ray Reidy, Liam Devaney, Billy Quinn, Liam Connolly and Sean McLoughlin included. He was on the team again in 1954 when they were beaten by Dublin in the All-Ireland. Jimmy Doyle was on goals, Ray Reidy was still there, as was Liam Connolly, and the team included Mick Burns of Nenagh and Tommy Gouldsboro, who were to make their names at senior level later.

COUNTY CHAMPIONSHIP

There was some consolation for Johnny in the same year when Cashel won the 1953 county junior championship, in a replay against Gortnahoe at Thurles in October.

Johnny played wing-forward, and he and Michael Gayson were the stars of a strong Cashel attack, which ran up a spate of scores in the second half, when Gortnahoe could manage only a point. He progressed to senior ranks in the county, and played in the National League in 1956, 1957 and 1958.

He was picked for the championship and played right-half forward against Limerick at Cork, but with ten minutes to go, was replaced by Liam Devaney, and later dropped from the panel. Tipperary went on to win the All-Ireland, beating Galway in the final, but Johnny lost another All-Ireland medal. While still in Cashel he used to play senior football with Rockwell Rovers, together with John Knightly, as there was no senior team in the King Cormacs. He was on the New Inn team beaten by Galtee Rovers, 0-2 to 0-1, in the 1954 West final. What a battle that game must have been NEW YORK

In May 1959 Johnny, who declared for Dublin that year and was on the senior panel in the capital, met Paddy Fleming, who was home from New York, and he told him that they were looking for a few players and would he be interested. He was and soon after met the famous Mike Flannery at the Gresham Hotel in Dublin. Flannery made the arrangements, which included having an x-ray taken that one was free from TB, and Johnny headed for New York. He flew from Rineanna with KLM. Eight carloads of family and friends travelled from Cashel to the airport to see him off. There weren’t many going to the U.S. at the time and he recalls that the cars were like a funeral procession. He landed on Sunday, June 28th, too late to play in a match in which he was scheduled to make his debut, got his Social Security number the following day and started working in a warehouse on Tuesday. He stayed at that job until 1966, changed to bartending for sixteen years, did deliveries to building sites, before taking up a position as a concierge/doorman in the famous San Remo Co-Operative apartment block on 74th and Central Park in 1988, where he spent most of the rest of his working life.

NATIONAL LEAGUE

It was obvious that a player of

his ability would be picked on the New York team and he played with them from 1959-69. Being a member of the team involved a number of trips to Ireland to play in the National League final. Their best result came in 1963, when they drew with Waterford at Croke Park on a day that the referee added on about seven minutes, during which Waterford got the equaliser. New York lost the replay at Kilkenny the following Sunday.

Johnny played against Tipperary at New York in 1964 and lost by only four points, an indication of the strength of their squad at the time. In 1965 the aggregate score for the two games between the sides in New York was 6-19 to 5-20, only a two point difference. In 1966 New York did badly against Kilkenny at Croke Park but in 1968 they were beaten by a point by Tipperary in the first leg at New York, but lost the aggregate by 6-27 to 4-22. In 1962 Johnny married Eileen Forde of Kinvara and the couple had two sons, Denis and Stephen, and six grandchildren. Johnny appears to have passed on the G.A.A. tradition to his offspring. Denis made a good fist of Gaelic football and came to Ireland twice with the New York minor football team, as captain on the second occasion.

Of course Johnny has never forgotten his roots and got the greatest enjoyment attending G.A.A. matches back in Ireland. He always travelled home for the All-Ireland hurling final and used the occasion to keep in touch with Tipperary hurling as well as with any new talent showing itself in Cashel. Every visit was a re-union where he met family, friends, former teammates and opponents, and his memory stretched back a long way, vividly recalling incidences and events from his playing days that have long faded from most memories. There was sadness in the town when word of his passing came through, but he will always be remembered as one of the best hurlers to ever have lined out for the King Cormac’s. A wonderful legacy to have. Ar dheis Dé, go raibh a anam - With thanks to Seamus J King for source material

Johnny with parents Michael and Elizabeth

Johnny with his dad, Michael.

CASHEL EXTRA

Paudie takes the crown in hugely successful Cashel Jungle Fundraiser

The lights dimmed, the drums beat and one by one, twenty four intrepid explorers wound their way through the raucous crowds to the stage, where their fates awaited them, knowing that by the end of the evening, there could only be one winner, one king or queen, one victor. But the three hours that it would take to decide who was to enter as participant and leave as royalty, were some of the best entertainment that the town has seen in years, and will live long in the memory.

Months ago, when Cashel Rugby Club and Cashel King Cormac’s came together to announce their joint fundraiser, eyebrows were raised as it turned out to be a Jungle Challenge, a take on the hit television program, “I’m a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here”. Those who know the show, know well it consisted of slithering snakes, creepy crawlies, ravaging rats, and the sort of menu that would test even the strongest constitution. So where would the clubs get enough of the brave and the bold.

In the end, they had no problems. Players, politicians, management committees and supporters, put their hands up to take part. And the first thing that had to do, was to get everyone else, to put their hands in their pockets to raise funds that would help both clubs to affray running costs and develop the next generation of young player. With the two clubs enjoying much recent success, the funds raised, and they amounted to over six figures in the end by all accounts, will be well spent.

But by 8 o’clock on Sunday night, money was the last thing on the two teams’ minds, as despite many protestations that they were “only in it for the craic” or “sure it’s all about the fundraising”, you could see steely determination on many of the faces who cast a quick glance at the throne that they might be perched on by the end of the

night.

The GAA team, playing in red as they are used to, won the toss and decided to go first, needing to whittle their team from twelve to six. Some of their well backed performers came up trumps and were part of the six to get through to the second round. That didn’t however include one who not only lost his challenge, but the contents of his stomach in the process. Then it was the turn of the rugby team to get into the swing of things. And they were quick down the drinks, gave a wonderful display of twerking, and used some bushy eyebrows to guide the biscuits.

For their final challenge, they even managed to inveigle some audience members to the stage, and strategically place bananas to huge cheers. But very quickly they too had the team cut in half. A series of new challenges then emerged, with bravery and bravado put to the test, before the final eight were chosen. Some delicacies for the not so delicate were lain in front of the contestants and the final three emerged, Paudie Leamy and Orla Kelly from the rugby club and Derek Cagney keeping the flag flying for Cashel GAA. Three became two when Orla bowed out at the semi final, but what a final it set up.

The final run in went over and back between Derek and Paudie, before Paudie managed to get over the line, and take the inaugural title. He did so to the cheers of his team mates, while commiserating with the gallant runner up. But really, there were multiple winners on the night. Paudie took the crown, the clubs made much needed funds. And the huge audience had one hell of a night, that went on well into the wee hours. Hopefully, there will be more nights like this between the two clubs, because by the end, everyone seemed more than satisfied that it had been a huge success.

with LIAM BROWNE

The King of the JunglePAUDIE LEAMY

It was very much a case of the calm before the storm for these contestants before Sunday night’s King of the Jungle competition at Halla na Féile, Cashel

Carrick Town

Not all heroes wear capes - local firefighters help with fundraising

Amid all of the festivities, fun and music taking place in The Green Car Park as part of the Clancy Festival on Sunday last a serious and solemn topic was being highlighted by the local members of our fire service.

Speaking to James Hawkins for just a few minutes gave one an understanding of his knowledge and passion for a specific fundraiser called Aoibheann’s Pink Tie.

The registered charity was founded by Jimmy Norman and Mick Rochford following the tragic death of little Aoibheann Norman to childhood cancer at the tender age of just 8. James was at hand to explain all about the charity and one truly heartbreaking aspect that he pointed out was the little dolls that are given to childhood cancer patients to show what the patient should expect in terms of hair loss etc.,

when going through treatment. The donation buckets that were in front of James and his fellow firefighters were being filled with cash as he spoke with an educated passion about the charity. On the playing surface of the Green the local firefighters had set up a series of games of skill for children where donations were also taken for the charity.

NONE OF US KNOW WHEN WE COULD GET A PHONE CALL.....

As James stated, “none of us know when we could get a phone call telling us one of our children or family members has had a diagnosis” and the funds raised by Aoibheann’s Pink Tie will help build apartments to assist families who need accommodation when their family is going through the turmoil of watching a child suffer through the treatment for this horrible

Swan trio help Tipperary to All-Ireland U20 hurling title

Bedecked in the historic Blue and Gold, crowds exited the town from early on Saturday morning. Their destination was the cauldron of fierce rivals Kilkenny to witness the All-Ireland under 20 final. This final was special for our town as we had three members of the panel from Carrick-on-Suir. All three are vital players for Carrick Swan. Aaron O’Halloran, Stefan Tobin and Callum Lannigan are three very special, talented young men who have put in countless hours of sacrifice and training to get to the top of their sport.

disease.

The National Retained Firefighters Association is six years into its ten year plan to assist with Aoibheann’s Pink Tie and although internal problems with the association have distracted from their charity fundraising the organisation is now back on track and going hard to reach their goals set in 2019.

The charity itself is unique in a time of directors pay and expenses claimed, in that 96% of all funds raised goes directly to the charity with a mere 4% going to pay two part-time employees who oversee the running of it.

If you would like to help raise awareness for the charity and perhaps get involved in this more than worthy cause then you can speak to any member of our local fire service, email info@aoibheannspinktie.ie or call 012401332.

The game itself was a tight one for the first half. The game plan for “the cats” from the throw in was to drop big high balls into their imposing full forward but from the start O’Halloran was on top form, repelling the Kilkenny attack along with his corner backs.

As the game progressed it became apparent that this was going to be The Premier County’s Day and a series of goals mid-way through the second half put paid to any Kilkenny comeback.

Jubilant scenes at full time saw a swarm of blue and gold flood the Nowlan Park pitch. For Aaron, Stefan, Callum and their families this win was so much more than an All-Ireland title. It was reward for the years of travelling all over the county and country, to training, to challenge and championship matches. It was payback for missing out on social events, holidays and family gatherings.

The fact that these three men will shortly be exchanging the blue and gold for their clubs black and white surely bodes well for the Swan’s chances of picking up yet more silverware in the coming club season and all eyes will be focused on the club going one step further this year than the 2024 season where they came so close to achieving the coveted county title before falling just short to an impressive Cashel side in the final.

The Carrick Swan trio of Stefan Tobin, Aaron O’Halloran and Callum Lanigan who were member of the Tipperary Under 20 hurling panel who won the All-Ireland title when defeating Kilkenny at Nowlan Park on Saturday last.

LEFT: Cllr David Dunne opening the Clancy Brothers Festival.

RIGHT: Mickey Whelan and Pat Power enjoying the festival

Clonmel Mums win prestigious Google award for their small business

Women in County Tipperary can now get free HRT

Majority of pharmacies nationwide participating in scheme with numbers increasing daily

Women in Tipperary will be able to receive free HRT medication from today, June 1st, a Fine Gael TD has said, as the vast majority of pharmacies have signed up to the scheme.

Deputy Michael Murphy said they were grateful to Fine Gael Minister for Health Jennifer Carroll MacNeill for engaging with all stakeholders so successfully to deliver this medication free of charge for the many women around the country who need it.

Deputy Murphy said: “The majority of pharmacies across the country are participating in this scheme, and this figure is increasingly daily, meaning that all women will be able to access this free medication in a pharmacy convenient for them.

In Tipperary, 67 pharmacies will offer the free medication to women, which is extremely positive.

“It’s important to note that the new arrangement includes a pharmacy dispensing fee, so medication will be completely free”

Women who have been private patients and who wish to avail of this will need to possess a Drugs Payment Scheme (DPS) card. Medical card holders can continue to access HRT medication as normal – they do not need a DPS card. Women can identify their nearest pharmacy to them that is providing the service by using the HSE pharmacy finder HERE

“The symptoms women encounter during perimenopause and menopause are varied and women’s lives can be hugely impacted. HRT is such an important medicinal regime for women and can positively improve their lives and make daily living much easier.

“This scheme is transformational for women. I commend the pharmacies in Tipperary who have joined the scheme to continue to provide vital healthcare for their communities,” concluded Deputy Murphy.

TWO CLONMEL SISTERS have been named among Ireland’s top ten small business success stories by Google — after quietly growing their creative venture from a kitchen table idea into a nationally recognised brand.

Jyllian and Kate Power, both mums and proud Clonmel natives, are the founders of Nettle & Ivy, a small business that creates personalised children’s gifts and keepsakes.

Last week, the pair were announced as winners of Google’s ‘You’re the Business’ competition — a nationwide initiative celebrating the most promising and digitally ambitious small businesses in the country.

The award was presented by Minister of State for Small Business, Retail and Circular Economy, Alan Dillon, at a special event in Dublin.

“It still doesn’t feel real,” says Jyllian, who teaches in the Sisters of Charity School in Clonmel.

“We started Nettle & Ivy during Covid, mostly as a creative outlet and a way to send thoughtful gifts to family and friends when we couldn’t be together in

person. We didn’t even tell people about it for the first two years — we didn’t want to put pressure on anyone to support us during a cost-of-living crisis. We just quietly kept making things we loved.”

From hand-embroidered heirlooms to illustrated name prints, everything Nettle & Ivy creates is designed to feel personal, meaningful and rooted in Irish craftsmanship.

As part of their win, the sisters will receive tailored digital training and mentorship through Google’s programme — helping them grow their online presence and expand into new markets.

Minister Alan Dillon called the winners “a shining example of the innovation and resilience of Irish small businesses.”

For Jyllian and Kate, the recognition is both surreal and validating.

“We’re just two mums, working around nap times and school runs, trying to build something that feels true to us. It’s amazing to see our little business recognised at this level,” adds Kate.

Nettle & Ivy products are available online at www.nettleandivy.ie

Kilsheelan Tidy Towns launch reusable cup in conjunction with local art competition

Kilsheelan Tidy Towns has found a creative new way to celebrate local pride while promoting sustainability — by launching a beautifully designed reusable cup featuring artwork by a talented local student Noel Buza..

The group recently organised an exciting art competition for the senior classes of Kilsheelan National School. The challenge? To draw what comes to mind when

they think of Kilsheelan and the work done by Tidy Towns. The results were stunning. The pupils of 5th and 6th class submitted vibrant, heartfelt, and imaginative artwork that showcased the village’s charm, nature, and community spirit.

The winning design will now be printed on reusable coffee cups, made by eco-friendly supplier Down2Earth Materials, and

sold locally for €10. All proceeds will go toward supporting the ongoing work of Kilsheelan Tidy Towns.

Bernie Delahunty, the group’s primary school liaison and Mary Coughlan, presented the winner Noel Buza with the very first finished cup — a moment of great excitement. Along with the two runners-up, the winner also received a voucher for Penny’s as a token of appreciation.

“The creativity and thoughtfulness of the students blew us away,” said Bernie.

“We’re incredibly proud of their work, and it’s wonderful to see young people engaging with our village and our mission in such a meaningful way.”

All of the entries have been put on display in the local shop in Kilsheelan so that the whole community can enjoy the students’ artwork.

The cups, which proudly bear the name “Kilsheelan Tidy Towns”, are available to purchase in Mahers and Ormond Stores.

soon in local outlets. They are both practical and symbolic — a reusable product that showcases the next generation’s love for their village.

Residents are encouraged to continue following the fantastic progress of Tidy Towns by checking out their work on Facebook and Instagram. And for those who want to lend a hand, new volunteers are always welcome to join the weekly Saturday morning clean-ups at 10am.

This initiative is not just about cups — it’s about community, creativity, and pride in our place. Well done to all the young artists who took part and to Kilsheelan Tidy Towns for another inspired project.

Jyllian and Kate Power, Clonmel natives, are the founders of Nettle & Ivy, a small business that creates personalised children’s gifts and keepsakes.

PRESENTATION SECONDARY SCHOOL, CLONMEL

A Week of Celebration and Reflection at Presentation Secondary School, Clonmel

IT WAS A WEEK to remember at Presentation Secondary School, Clonmel, as students, staff, and families came together to celebrate the graduation ceremonies of both Transition Year (TY) and Leaving Certificate students. Rooted in the school’s ethos of inclusion, compassion, excellence, and holistic development, both events highlighted not only academic and personal achievements, but also the strong sense of community that defines the Presentation tradition.

TY GRADUATION – CREATIVITY AND COMMUNITY IN CELEBRATION

On Tuesday, 20th May, 2025, the Transition Year students marked the end of a dynamic and developmental year with a vibrant graduation ceremony held

in the school assembly hall. The space was beautifully decorated by the TY students themselves, showcasing not only their creativity, but their culinary skills!

The event was expertly coordinated by Ms. Mary O’Dwyer (TY Programme Coordinator) whose dedication and organisation ensured a meaningful and joyful evening. Highlights of the ceremony included heartfelt reflections from three students, a touching slideshow capturing the many experiences of the year, and a brilliant performance of the piece the TYs had performed at the Cork Opera House in March—a proud reminder of their artistic journey and teamwork.

Two awards were presented on the day: TY Student of the Year was awarded to Eimear Sweeney

TY Student Peer Award went to Alannah Dillon O’Rourke

These awards recognised not only achievement, but also the values of friendship, contribution, and spirit that lie at the heart of the TY programme.

LEAVING CERTIFICATE GRADUATION – A CEREMONY OF LIGHT AND LEGACY

Just two days later, on Thursday, 22nd May, the Presentation Leaving Certificate Class of 2025 were honoured in a deeply moving graduation ceremony at St Mary’s Church, Irishtown. The ceremony reflected the individuality, faith, and unity of the graduating class.

In a powerful symbol of uniqueness and togetherness, each student carried a flower to the altar, creat-

ing a stunning bouquet that represented the unique gifts each one brings to the world. These gifts are not just academic achievements, but also the values they have cultivated during their time at Presentation Secondary School: kindness, empathy, integrity, and courage.

As reflected in the principal’s closing address, the Class of 2025 leaves not only with knowledge and skills, but with a responsibility to use their talents for the greater good—to be kind even when it’s not easy, to help when no one is watching, and to leave the world better simply by being in it. They have been steeped in a tradition of “going one step beyond,” and that spirit now accompanies them into the future.

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Eimear Sweeney - Winner of TY Student of the Year for 2025 at the Presentation Secondary School in Clonmel. Laura Golden - Winner of the 6th Year Student Peer Award at the Presentation Secondary School in Clonmel.

PRESENTATION SECONDARY SCHOOL, CLONMEL

Graduation Ceremonies honour Transition Year and Leaving Certificate Students

Teachers, too, have been enriched by this year group’s energy, curiosity, and honesty. Their time at the Pres has not only shaped them—it has also strengthened the school community itself. As the ceremony reminded everyone present, true success is measured not in points or awards, but in how you make others feel: seen, valued, and loved.

The evening was enhanced by the beautiful contributions of the school’s Music Department and choir, including a hauntingly lovely Irish psalm by Róise O’Reilly and a stunning duet of “For Good” performed by Aoibhe Condon and Saoirse Scully —a fitting tribute to the lasting friendships and shared memories of their school years.

The Religion Department were instrumental in organising such a meaningful ceremony, ensuring that the core values of faith, inclusivity, and gratitude shone through every aspect of the evening. Several prestigious awards were presented on the night: LC Student of the Year: Saoirse Scully.

LC Student Peer Award: Laura Golden.

CEIST Award: Megan Lonergan.

Senior Creativity Award: Aoileann Duggan.

Following the ceremony, Principal Ms. Jenny Williams welcomed graduates back to the school for a festive “NoSecco” Reception, giving students the opportunity to celebrate their achievements in style before heading out for the evening.

A PROUD FAREWELL AND BEST WISHES

These graduation ceremonies were not just a celebration of milestones, but a powerful reflection of what it means to be part of the Presentation family. With an emphasis on holistic development, mutual respect, and individual potential, the school continues to foster an environment where students flourish both personally and academically.

The Board of Management and Staff of Presentation Secondary School Clonmel are immensely proud of all the graduates and extend their warmest congratulations to both the TY and LC Classes of 2025. To the Leaving Certificate students, the entire school community wishes you the very best of luck in the weeks ahead as you begin your exams and take the next steps into the future.

Presentation Secondary School Clonmel Leaving Cert Canvas 2025.

Nominees for Student of the Year Award in 6th Year - Sara Rooztavan, Lucy Brennan, Jenna Hayes, Saoirse Scully (Winner), Megan Lonergan, and Zuzannah Poniedzalek.

Nominees for the Creativity Award in 6th Year - Lucy Brennan, Lauren Duggan, Aoileann Duggan (Winner), Laura Golden, Chloe Cruz and Sarah Fitzgerald.

Winners of Outstanding Attendance Certificates - Sara Rooztavan, Rachel O’Dwyer, Alice Sweeney and Lucy Mahony.

Newly Baptised

Lana D’Olivia, Abrantes Doyle Ferrao, Smith O’Brien Street. Sonny Archie Butler, Davis Road. Tommy Frank Cullinane, Toor, Killinan. Sorcha Orozco Fewer, Toronto, Canada.

Recently Deceased

Eileen Fitzsimons née Darcy, Monadreen, formerly Portlaoise. Ann Kavanagh née Ryan, 8 Columba Terrace, Bohernanave. Marie Bannon, née Dwan, Ballycahill. William (Billy) Collins, Long Orchard, Templetuohy. Denis Ryan, Toor, Newport, Co. Tipperary. Sean McLoughlin, Lissaroon, Ballycahill.

Let’s Talk about AI talk

Technology and growing older – let’s talk about artificial intelligence - Monday, 9th June, MIC Thurles, Cathedral Street, 11 am to 1 pm. Lunch provided & tea/coffee on arrival from 10.30 am. To register email: AgeFriendlyAI@adaptcentre.ie or call/text 087 2815224.

Dementia Friendly Thurles

The next Memory Cafe will be in Bookworm on Wednesday June 4th at 11.00 a.m. This month the group will practice some dementia focused chair based yoga. There will also be music and song with the help of friends. Please note: No cafe in July.

Leughfest

Leughfest takes place this year on this Friday, 6th June at Thurles Racecourse at 7 pm. Gates open at 6 pm. Tel 0504 23111 for ticket information.

Procession

The annual Corpus Christi Procession in Thurles will take place on Saturday, 21st June following the 7 pm. Mass, beginning in the Cathedral and processing to the Pallottine College. All First Communion Children and Confirmation Young People are invited to join in this procession. All are welcome.

Relics Visit

A visitation of the relics of Matt Talbot will take place in the Cathedral of the Assumption on Wednesday, 25th June. The Relics will arrive shortly before 5 pm with veneration from 5 to 7 pm, concluding after 7 pm Mass.

Sum of money found

A sum of money and a gold ring were found recently in the town. Contact Thurles Parish Office (0504 22229) for details.

Eye onThurles

By the Cathedral Townie

NTDC signs contract for Phase 2 of Loughtagalla Park project

Pictured right are members of Loughtagalla Park (Thurles) committee signing a contract with North Tipperary Development Company for Phase 2 of the redevelopment of the park.

The committee expresses sincere thanks to Patrick Killeen and Michael Murray, CEO of NTDC, for their continued support for this important project for Thurles. Also, Evelyn Nevin, a board member of NTDC, for her attendance at the contract signing. They would also like to thank Sharon Scully and all at Tipperary County Council for their continued support.

Finally but certainly not least, a big thanks to the local community for the amazing support over the last five years for all the various fundraising events without whom they could not have proceeded with this ambitious project- it’s very

much appreciated. Subject to one other funding stream being available to the committee in the coming

weeks, they plan to commence the car park in August this year and have it completed by year end. This will greatly enhance

CBS celebrates landmark year at Awards Night

CBS Thurles was a hive of celebration last week, as students, staff, and families gathered for the school’s Annual Awards Night — an evening that marked the end of a truly remarkable year in the life of the school.

The ceremony was opened by Master of Ceremonies Mr. Theo Lloyd, who welcomed the audience and set the tone for what was to be a night full of pride and celebration. Throughout the evening, musical performances by students, under the expert direction of Ms. Deirdre Ryan Preston, added a warm and uplifting atmosphere, showcasing the creative talent within the school.

The 2024–2025 academic year will be remembered as one of the most successful in CBS Thurles history. The school’s sporting achievements alone tell a powerful story: victories in the Harty Cup and Croke Cup firmly placed CBS at the pinnacle of schools’ hurling. These triumphs were crowned by the U14 team, who brought the prestigious Rice Cup back to Thurles, signalling a bright future for the sport in the school.

Equally historic was the U16 rugby team’s outstanding campaign, which culminated in CBS winning the Giles Shield — the school’s first ever Munster rugby title. Eoin Kennedy was fittingly recognised as Rugby Player of the Year for his superb performances and leadership throughout the season.

A wide range of sports were acknowledged during the night, including football, soccer, athletics, and basketball. Individual honours went to David Costigan, Sports Person of the Year; Michael Ryan, Athlete of the Year; Jack O’Dwyer, Soccer Player of the Year; Cormac Fitzpatrick, Hurler of the Year; Kieran Rossiter, Junior Hurler of the Year; Ryne Bargary, Harty Cup Player of the Year; and Robbie Ryan, who re-

ceived a special award for Outstanding Leadership in his role as Harty Cup captain. Students were also recognised for achievements in swimming, equestrian, and handball, highlighting the school’s commitment to nurturing talent in a wide range of disciplines.

Academic excellence also took centre stage. Edward Callanan, now studying Pharmacy at University College Cork, received the award for Best Leaving Certificate 2024, while Luke Blackwell was recognised for the Best Junior Certificate 2024. Colman Moloney was named Science Student of the Year, and Paidi Ryan was honoured as Junior Student of the Year for his all-round contribution to school life.

Principal Mr. Tiernan O’Donnell addressed the audience with a message of pride and encouragement. He praised the students for their achievements and urged them to continue embracing their creativity both inside and outside the classroom, reminding them that the skills and values they develop now will serve them throughout their lives.

The highlight of the night came with the presentation of the Student of the Year Award, sponsored once again by Premier Credit Union. This prestigious honour was awarded to Evan Morris, whose academic success, leadership, and contribution to the school community made him a standout recipient. His announcement was met with a rousing applause marking a fitting close to a night that celebrated everything CBS Thurles stands for.

The Annual Awards Night was a night to remember — a celebration of success, spirit, and the bright future that lies ahead for all associated with the school.

the facility which has witnessed thousands of local children and visitors enjoying play time in the park.

The highlight of the Thurles CBS Awards night came with the presentation of the Student of the Year Award, sponsored once again by Premier Credit Union. This prestigious honour was awarded to Evan Morris, whose academic success, leadership, and contribution to the school community made him a standout recipient. His announcement was met with a rousing applause marking a fitting close to a night that celebrated everything CBS Thurles stands for.

Sophia Fanning’s artwork feeds over 300 children for Mary’s Meals

Sophia Fanning, Ballycahill, showcased her art works at the Cabra Wetlands recently to raise awareness and funds for the Mary’s Meals charity.

Over 40 of her paintings were sold and together with donations raised a staggering €6622 – 96% of which reaches the front line.

The sum of €22 feeds a child one meal a day in a place of education for an entire school year in the poorest countries in the world. Sophia’s endeavours will feed over 300 children – a truly magnificent day’s work.

Mary’s Meals, which was founded by Magnus McFarland Barrow in 2002 is feeding 2.6 million children every day in Africa, Latin America and the Caribbean.

Sophia is very grateful to everyone who helped to make her exhibition such a marvelous success. She would like to thank the committee of Cabragh Wetlands together with all her friends who helped in any way. All who attended were treated to a vibrant exhibition of paintings which was greatly enhanced by the support of her family.

Coláiste Mhuire, Thurles Co Ed Awards 2025

The first category at this year’s Colaiste Mhuire Co Ed, Thurles Awards celebrated creativity, commitment, and student growth across the arts, music, and cultural engagement in the school.

Jake Bourke was named 1st Year Art Student of the Year, recognised for his artistic progress and growing confidence.

Jamie Elphick received Junior Cycle Art Project of the Year for his imaginative and skilful work.

Erin Connolly was awarded Senior Cycle Art Student of the Year for her dedication and creativity.

In music, Liam Brett earned Junior Music Student of the Year for his leadership and talent, while Cian Fitzgerald received Senior Music Student of the Year for his outstanding musicianship and school involvement.

Niall Ryan was recognised for representing Coláiste Mhuire at the ARTiculation Ireland regional finals and also received the TUS Tipperary Language Award.

Seven students were acknowledged for Full Attendance: Allan Mazur, Qi Xue Lin, Sophie Woods, Bryan O’Callaghan Radzul, Christopher Ocampo, Jasmine Ocampo, and Yunbin Lin.

Finally, Gaeltacht Scholarships were awarded to Ava Killane and Mia McNamara —a fantastic opportunity to immerse themselves in Irish language and culture this summer.

Comhghairdeas libh go léir!

Thurles Musical Society

AGM this evening

Thurles Musical Society will hold its Annual General Meeting in the Premier Hall this evening (Wednesday, 4th June) at 8 o’clock.

The Society will celebrate 75 years in existence in 2026 so there is much to look forward to and plenty of activities planned to help mark the milestone. All will be revealed at the meeting and there will also be a comprehensive review of the year just gone - a year which saw the Society stage the hit show Hot Mikado, a cabaret in November and then go on to win the AIMS Choral Festival in New Ross just a few weeks ago.

All are welcome to come along to the AGM which elect a new committee for the coming season as well as discussing many important issues relating to musical theatre in the Cathedral Town. See you there.

The Magnificent Seven with full attendance

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knowledged for Full Attendance during the year

Seven students

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at Coláiste Mhuire: Allan Mazur, Qi Xue Lin, Sophie Woods, Bryan O’Callaghan Radzul, Christopher Ocampo, Jasmine Ocampo, and Yunbin Lin.

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Presentation of certificates to the Community Alert team at the 40th anniversary celebrations.

This group enjoyed the Canon Hayes House Open Day.

The Garda ladies choir performed at the celebrations to mark 40 years of Community Alert at Muintir na Tíre HQ, Tipperary.

Vintage items on display at the Canon Hayes House Open Day.

Summer time and the living is easy. Two friends relaxing on the new Muintir na Tíre bench.

Cllr Annemarie Ryan tries out the washing board at the exhibition at Canon Hayes House.

Some of the items on display at the exhibition at Canon Hayes House. From Bygone Days

New bench at Muintir na Tíre HQ marks

40 years of the Community Alert

Anew Community Bench marking 40 years of the Muintir na Tíre Community Alert Programme was unveiled by the National President of Muintir na Tíre Jackie Meally, and the Deputy President of the IFA, Alice Doyle, at the Muintir na Tíre HQ in Tipperary Town, on Saturday, 31st May.

The National President of Muintir na Tíre, Jackie Meally, welcomed the large attendance and spoke about the background to the organisation.

“To understand Muintir na Tíre you need to set yourself back in 1937 when it was set up, and what Ireland looked like, and what was it was at that time. So if you were 37 years of age in 1937, you would have seen the First World War, you would have seen the War of Independence, you would have seen the Civil War and the setting up of the new State and at the end of the 20’s you would have seen the Great Depression. All in an era when there was no grant funding from the County Councils or from the LEADER partnership Companies, where you can get grants for community development. So Canon Hayes set up this organisation for community development and it was a National organisation and there were no funds there.

“Neighbourliness, self-help and self-reliance, were the principles at the time and to encourage community organisations to get together, do your plan and do it the best way that you can along with your neighbours. We still espouse these principles and Muintir now is an icon for communities. We have well over a thousand communities affiliated to Muintir na Tíre, so we are still there doing the work for communities, an example being the Community Alert Programme.

“Muintir still is a major force in Ireland today. Some of the major national projects that are here today that were initiated or assisted by Muintir na Tíre include the Citizens Information Service, the Tidy Towns Competition, Group Water Schemes, the development of Community Halls and of course the development of Rural Electri-

fication, which Canon Hayes and Muintir lobbied very hard for, so that communities would accept the scheme and would encourage others to do so. I would just like to say that Muintir is still here and going forward.

“At the moment we are looking at our strategic plan for the next five years, and that is in train at the moment, and we probably need a Muintir na Tíre plan version 2.

Mention finally of the Community Alert Programme, which was a tripartite agreement between the Gardaí, Muintir na Tíre and the communities. Great credit is due to the Community Alert Development Staff who have contributed so much to the programme and continue to do so today. Community Alert did work when it was founded back in 1985 and it is still working today in 2025” concluded the National President.

PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN AN GARDA SIOCHANA AND MUINTIRE NA TIRE

Garda John Hennessy, represented An Garda Siochána, and spoke about the 40 year partnership between An Garda Siochána and Muintir na Tíre.

“The Community Alert Programme has expanded over the years to become a significant presence in the crime prevention landscape with over 1,000 Community Alert Groups throughout the country. The active and sustained participation and contribution over many years of so many committed community members, community groups, members of An Garda Siochána and Muintir na Tíre, is acknowledged and deeply appreciated.

“Today we celebrate the success of Community Alert and we look forward to the future with a renewed confidence. Community Alert is a community safety programme for rural areas, with an emphasis on older and vulnerable people. It operates as a partnership between the community, An Garda Siochána, and of course Muintir na Tíre. It works on the principle of shared responsibility for crime prevention and reduction. The aims of the Community Alert Programme are to foster the process of community develop-

ment, to reduce opportunities for crime to occur, to unite communities in the spirit of neighbourliness and community service and to devise programmes to improve the quality of life for all rural communities. Throughout the past 40 years Community Alert has evolved in its response to crime in

Rural Ireland. Community Alert encourages communities to be pro-active, and to participate in improving the life and safety of communities.

“I wish to acknowledge the positive impact that the volunteers have had on the programme. Their contribution plays a signifi-

Community leader wins inaugural Muintir na Tíre Person of the Year Award

A former development officer for over 30 years with the community development organisation, Muintir na Tíre, Bernard Kearney from Fourmilehouse, Co. Roscommon, has been chosen as the inaugural recipient of the Muintir na Tíre, Community Person of the Year Award. The announcement was made at an event at the Muintir na Tíre HQ in Tipperary Town, on Saturday May 31st. It was very

appropriate for Bernard to receive the Award, as he has throughout his life been a firm believer in the mission statement and ethos of the organisation’s founder, Canon John Hayes. As a former Development Officer with Muintir na Tíre, Bernard has been very well known from his involvement, along with his outstanding promotional work, with Community Text Alert groups throughout the region. His com-

mitment and energy to his local community for nearly 50 years, can be seen through the many projects and initiatives that he has been involved in. He was described at the Award Ceremony in Tipperary as one of the exceptional community leaders in County Roscommon, and a tireless voluntary worker on behalf of countless local groups over many decades. The Award to Bernard was presented by the Na-

tional President of Muintir na Tíre, Mr. Jackie Meally.

RIGHT: Bernard Kearney, Fourmilehouse, Co. Roscommon, receives the 2025 Muintir na Tíre Community Person of the Year Award, from Mr. Jackie Meally, National President, at Muintir na Tíre HQ in Tipperary Town. Pic by Martin Quinn.

cant part in ensuring the success of the programme. In addition it must be mentioned the valuable contribution of the Government Bodies and various groups towards the programme. I wish to acknowledge and thank Muintir na Tíre for the work that they have achieved in developing and pro-

moting the programme. An Garda Siochána is fully aware of the positive impact that Muintir na Tíre has on communities through the Community Alert Programme.

“In addition it is also acknowledged the positive impact Muintir na Tíre has in relation to the operation and promotion of programmes and initiatives such as Text Alert, the Cáirde App, Message in a Bottle, Senior Alert Scheme, the ICE initiative and more recently the Community Alert start up and comeback events.

“I would like to acknowledge the strong and effective working partnership between An Garda Siochána and Muintir na Tíre. An Garda Siochána is committed to this partnership and the Community Alert Programme with this commitment stated and acknowledged. An Garda Siochána is committed towards the operation of the Community Alert Programme with two aspects to be central to this. Stated function of Garda Divisions and Districts towards the operation of the Community Alert Programmes and inclusion of the Community Alert Programme in policing plans nationally.

“The future of the programme looks to be bright and positive and I would like to thank Muintir na Tíre for the significant contribution that they have made towards the programme” concluded Garda Hennessy.

The Muintir na Tíre Memorial Bench is unveiled at their HQ in Tipperary Town, by Alice Doyle, Deputy President IFA and Jackie Meally, National President Muintir na Tíre. Pic by Martin Quinn

Alice Doyle, Deputy President of the IFA and Jackie Meally, National President of Muintir na Tíre, realxing on the Memorial Bench at Muintir HQ, Tipperary Town. Pic by Martin Quinn

At the launch of the Community Bench; Rosie Palmer (CEO), Alice Doyle (IFA Deputy President), Jackie Meally (National President), Leanne Wills. Back - Garda John Hennessy and Cllr John Crosse (District Cathaoirleach). Pic by Martin Quinn.

IWG opens Regus Workspace in Clonmel marking continued expansion across Ireland

International Workplace Group (IWG), the global leader in hybrid workspace solutions, is delighted to announce the official opening of a brand-new Regus flexible workspace in Clonmel. Located across the the first and second floors of The Ormonde Shopping Centre on Gladstone Street, the new centre brings Regus to County Tipperary for the first time.

This Regus opening marks IWG’s 22nd location in the Republic of Ireland, and its seventh in the Munster region, and will be followed soon by a new office space in Waterford. With more than 10 additional locations currently in the pipeline, IWG continues to scale its presence across Ireland’s regional towns and cities in response to booming demand for flexible work environments.

FACILITY SUPPORTS RANGE OF

USES

The 10,500 square feet Clonmel centre is designed for companies of all sizes, offering fully furnished private offices, meeting rooms, coworking spaces, virtual office services and onsite showers for added comfort and convenience. The facility supports a range of users— from local entrepreneurs and remote employees to global firms seeking regional hubs—enabling businesses to thrive while staying connected to the community.

This milestone in Tipperary comes amid a period of unprecedented global growth for IWG. In 2024, the group signed 899 new centre agreements and opened

624 new locations worldwide, expanding its network to over 4,000 workspaces in more than 120 countries. An overwhelming 95% of these were delivered through managed partnership agreements, a key component of IWG’s capital-light strategy that helps property owners monetise underutilised space while benefiting from the group’s platform and

brand strength.

Mark Dixon, CEO and Founder of IWG said: “We’re seeing extraordinary demand from professionals and companies seeking high-quality, flexible space in regional locations across Ireland. Our mission is to meet them where they are—and Clonmel represents the next exciting step in that journey.”

As IWG continues to expand deeper into smaller cities and commuter towns across Ireland, the Clonmel centre sets a benchmark for smart, community-focused workspace development. With the flexible workspace sector forecast to grow by 600% by 2030, the company is well-positioned to lead the next phase of Ireland’s workplace transformation.

FREE summer innovation programme invites Tipperary teens to explore the future with AI

Teenagers in Tipperary have a unique opportunity this summer to step into the world of innovation, creativity, and artificial intelligence — all while working on projects that matter to them.

Empower AI is a free, hands-on summer programme for Transition Year and 5th Year students, developed by Technological University of the Shannon (TUS) in partnership with Mary Immaculate College (MIC) and supported by the Higher Education Authority (HEA). The programme will run in Clonmel and is open to students across the county who are curious, creative, and ready to take on real-world challenges.

Students will learn how to use cutting-edge AI tools like ChatGPT and DALL·E, work in teams, and tackle meaningful problems using design thinking, creativity, and collaboration — all in a fun, supportive environment that encourages exploration and innovation.

“Empower AI is about more than understanding artificial intelligence,” said Dr. Gillian Barry, Head

of Innovation & Enterprise at TUS.

“It’s about giving young people the chance to explore big ideas, build confidence in their own creativity, and see what’s possible when they’re equipped with the tools to shape the future.”

During the programme, students will explore challenges they see in their own lives, communities, or the wider world — from local issues to global concerns. They’ll work together in small teams to come up with creative, practical ideas that respond to those challenges. The experience is designed to build skills such as problem-solving, teamwork, communication, and reflection — all of which will support them in school, further study, and future careers.

Students will also get a taste of working within a university-led environment and meet mentors from across education, enterprise, and the creative industries. Every participant will receive a certificate of participation, with prizes awarded for standout projects.

According to Patricia O’Sullivan,

Enterprise and Community Engagement Manager at MIC: MIC are delighted to be partnering again with TUS on the delivery of EMPOWER AI. This initiative, designed for TY and 5th-year students, offers exciting opportunities to explore their entrepreneurial thinking and creativity whilst also having fun, also fostering personal connections and boosting self-confidence.

Dr. Patrick Buckland, Teaching Fellow in Business at MIC, emphasised the importance of AI in the modern educational landscape, stating, “By incorporating AI into this year’s summer EMPOWER programme, we are equipping young students with a comprehensive understanding and meaningful engagement with AI. The EMPOWER AI programme ensures that they learn to use AI technologies responsibly and productively.” Places are limited, and interest is expected to be high. Parents and students are encouraged to register as soon as possible: https://tus.ie/ events/empower-tipperary-region/

Declan Spollen. Irina Baeve (Country Manager, International Workplace Group) Damien Spollen, Louise Weir Simpson, & Ronan Spollen at the opening of Regus first workspace in Tipperary, located in The Ormonde Centre on Gladstone Street, Clonmel - a new impressive 10,500 sq. ft. flexible workspace with private offices, co-working areas, meeting rooms and professional support staff. Pic: John D. Kelly

Joe Mulcahy (Mulcahy Construction), Martyna Nowicka (Regus Clonmel) and Claudia Arseni (Regus) at the opening of Regus first workspace in Tipperary, located in The Ormonde Centre on Gladstone Street, Clonmel. Pic: John D. Kelly.

Kenneth Dwyer (Sales Manager, International Workplace Group), Michelle Alyward, CEO of Tipperary Chamber of Commerce, Martyna Nowicka (Regus Clonmel) at the opening of Regus first workspace in Tipperary, located in The Ormonde Centre on Gladstone Street, Clonmel. Pic: John D. Kelly.

Protection of employees in event of Insolvency gets broad welcome

Deputy Seamus Healy welcomes new Bill to aid workers

Deputy Seamus Healy welcomes the Protection of Employees Bill which provides a mechanism for workers to access Social Insurance Fund where their employer has ceased trading but has not been formally wound up. I broadly welcome the Bill, which provides a mechanism for workers to access the Social Insurance Fund where their employer has ceased trading but has not been formally wound up. The Bill addresses the 2018 Supreme Court judgment that found that Ireland did not properly or fully transpose an EU directive on the protection of employees in the event of insolvency. That was seven years ago, and this had been mentioned and recommended as far back as the Cahill-Duffy report in 2016 and

the company law review in 2017. Better late than never.

The Bill puts in place a new process for workers to have their employer deemed insolvent where the employer ceased trading without going through a formal wind-up. This enables employees to claim payment from the insolvency payment scheme following the employees’ application to have the employer deemed insolvent. This is a time-limited application window to cover historical cases impacted by the Supreme Court judgment. It covers the period from October 1983 to date, a period of well over 40 years. The Bill describes what is identified as a new right whereby employees have two years to make an application, which may be

extended by a further two years in exceptional circumstances that are outside the employees’ control. The Services Industrial Professional and Technical Union, in its submission to the Oireachtas joint committee during pre-legislative scrutiny, submitted that this was, of course, not a new right, as described in the legislation, but a right that workers were deprived of as the State failed to correctly transpose the EU directive. This also ignores the fact that many workers who could have availed of this procedure may no longer be alive or may not necessarily have the information available or the capability to make an application. Given the length of time covered - as I said, it goes from 1983 to 2025, the period in which the

Ireland’s continued purchase of Israeli Bonds condemned

Deputy Seamus Healy has claimed that the Government’s inaction makes Ireland complicit in genocide. It makes this State, this Government and the Irish people complicit in genocide and it is not good enough.

Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael have voted against ending the use of Ireland as a financial conduit for Israel’s genocide in Palestine. They have voted to continue to allow the sale of Israeli war bonds

through the Irish Central Bank of Ireland.

What is happening in Gaza is the ultimate appalling vista and it is a deliberate destruction of the Palestinian people by bomb, bullet and starvation.

To quote Stephen Bowen of Amnesty Ireland: “We are witnessing a population being starved to death in front of our eyes. What is preventing our Government from saying ‘This is Genocide. This must stop.’ Lead and others will follow”

Tipperary schools to receive €2.5m in minor works and ICT funding

Schools in Tipperary will receive €1.2m in funding to fund minor building works and €1.3m towards ICT and digital equipment and infrastructure, said a Fine Gael Deputy.

Deputy Michael Murphy said that this will see schools in Tipperary receive a total of €2.5m in funding:

“Schools are at the heart of our communities right across Tipperary and this investment of €1.2m for primary and special education schools for minor works, and €1.3m for ICT equipment will ensure that Tipperary schools, and their students, continue to be supported.

State failed to correctly transpose the directive - the two-year limit is not proportionate and is too short. SIPTU has recommended that the time limit be increased to six years, and I agree.

Again, given the long delay, I believe a significant communications campaign must be undertaken to ensure that workers who may be entitled to claim under this legislation are made aware of their entitlements and how to access them. There are 4,000 to 5,000 historical cases where payment may be due. During the period since 1983, there were certainly very strong periods of emigration, so I believe any communications campaign must not only be local but international as well. We should use every avenue, such

as local radio, national radio, advertisements, television and every other avenue, to ensure that workers who are entitled to claim under this provision, and who were deprived of that right over the years, would know of the scheme and be able to access it.

This raises another point. It should be possible that the scheme is accessed by any worker and that workers are able to make their way through the scheme themselves. The situation must not be that workers would have to engage solicitors, accountants or consultants to avail of their rights under the scheme.

The salary cap should be included in the Bill.

The cap has not been increased in 20 years and it disproportion-

ately reduces the amount awarded to workers under the scheme. I broadly welcome the scheme and look forward to changes during the further process.

- Michael Murphy, TD

“Maintaining school buildings across Tipperary is so important, both in promoting health and safety, but also in providing a welcoming learning environment for all students.

“Every school in Tipperary is different, with different needs, which is why it’s important that schools can decide how to best use their minor works funding to address their own needs on the ground.

“ICT funding of €1.3m will ensure that special, primary and post-primary schools can instil their students with the skills they need to reach their full potential in our rapidly changing society. Technology presents a real opportunity in our schools, and this funding will ensure that schools can embed ICT into their teaching, learning and assessments.

Minister for Education and Youth, Helen McEntee, said: “This funding for Tipperary is part of an overall investment of €65 million in schools right across the country. This funding will help schools with maintenance and improvements to keep their buildings safe and welcoming places for students, but will also help to ensure that students are learning the digital skills they need to thrive in today’s world.”

Over 70s in Tipperary will be entitled to bring a friend or relative with them and travel for free, said a Fine Gael Deputy Michael Murphy.

Deputy Murphy said that 482,612 people across Ireland over the age of 70 will be able to avail of the companion pass.

“From September, people over 70 will have an entitlement to receive a Free Travel Companion Pass. This means those aged 70 or over can have another person, aged 16 or older, travel with them for free on transport services.

Michael Murphy, TD

“This will make a real difference in people’s lives. If you have to travel to a hospital or medical appointment, you can bring somebody along with you on public transport for free.

“For day trips, concerts, family events, and matches, people over 70 can be reassured that they don’t have to miss out for fear of traveling alone, they can bring a companion along with them for free.

“The Department of Social Protection is now writing to eligible persons to inform them of their entitlement to the Free Travel

Companion Pass from September 2025.

“This is an important measure brought forward by Fine Gael as part of the last Budget. I’m delighted that so many people in Tipperary will benefit from this measure.

“I would encourage people to look out for correspondence from the Department and follow the advice to make sure they are ready to hit the road on the bus or train from September,” concluded Deputy Murphy

Michael Murphy, TD.

Deputy Seamus Healy, TD.

Members of the Opposition, including South Tipperary TD, Seamus Healy, extreme left back row, vote against the Israeli Bonds motion in Dáil Eireann last week. The Government won the vote.

FARMING IN FOCUS TIPPERARY

Rooftop Solar Roadshow rolls out nationwide across farms this Summer

IFA, in partnership with Bord Gáis Energy, has launched ‘Solar In Action’, a series of on-farm events showcasing rooftop solar installations on working farms nationwide.

This farmer-focused roadshow offers a unique opportunity to see solar energy in action, installed by IFA and Bord Gáis Energy, delivering real savings and sustainability benefits for farm businesses.

Events will take place throughout the summer, with more dates and locations to be announced in the coming weeks.

Farmers attending will hear first-hand from those who have already installed rooftop solar, learning about their experience, costs, benefits, and practical insights into how it’s working on their farms. Additionally, speakers

from IFA and Bord Gáis Energy will present details on the application process, TAMS and the technology used by IFA and Bord Gáis Energy.

Upcoming events include: Wednesday, 18th June – 7.30pm. Pat Carroll, Garrandee, New Inn, Cashel, (E25 E045)

The event series also highlights the support available to farmers through the TAMS 3 Solar Capital Investment Scheme, which offers grant aid of up to 60% for eligible rooftop solar installations.

IFA President Francie Gorman said, “Farmers are stepping up to the energy challenge. ‘Solar In Action’ shows the real, practical steps farms can take to cut costs and carbon. These are working farms, already producing their clean energy with IFA-Bord Gáis

Energy rooftop systems – and the TAMS grant makes it even more accessible”.

John Cussen, Bord Gáis Energy, added, “Rooftop solar power solutions are helping farmers reduce energy costs – saving up to €200,000 across the lifetime of a typical installation – while supporting the long-term sustainability of their farms”.

“The ‘Solar In Action’ roadshow gives farmers the chance to see the technology in action, hear from others already seeing the benefits, and speak with experts about how solar could work for their own farm. With strong demand across the agriculture sector, solar is the smart, future-focused choice for farms of all types and sizes.”

All events are free and open to all farmers.

PIG MARKET REPORT - 28th May EU-UK renewed co-operation a step in right direction for potato seed sector

IFA Potato Chair Sean Ryan said that re-establishment of closer trade relations between the EU and the UK is a step forward for the potato seed trade. The EU and the UK have agreed to start negotiations on an SPS deal on sanitary, phytosanitary, food safety and other products which will allow the trade of seed potato to recommence.

“A new Sanitary and Phytosanitary agreement (SPS agreement) will now need to be put in place, the timeframe for which has not yet been disclosed. The ambition of the trade deal will be to make trade easier. However, the devil will be in the detail,” said.

Pre-Brexit, Ireland was heavily reliant on the United Kingdom (UK) market for patoto seed, importing approximately 6,000t each year.

IFA has extensively lobbied for a temporary derogation to allow seed to be imported from Scotland since Brexit. IFA met with Irish MEPs in Brussels last November and in March. We also presented a joint letter to the EU Commission through Copa Cogeca, requesting a temporary derogation.

“IFA will continue to advocate for the expansion of the Irish potato seed sector, but this will take time and additional investment. A temporary derogation to allow seed from Scotland is necessary,” he said.

There was no change in Irish pig prices last Friday with producers reporting an average price of circa €2.28/kg due to continued unannounced increases over the past number of weeks. Some producers are receiving up to 4c/kg above the average, indicating strong market demand for pigs born and reared in the Republic of Ireland, as well as heightened competition pigs among processors.

The EU average price for week 20 for grade E carcass was 207.9.c/ kg excluding vat. This is .7% higher than the previous week but is representative of an 3.1% increase on last month’s prices and is -5% behind prices for the same month last year.

The weekly throughput for pigs for week ending 25th May was 64835 of which 63161 were fattener pigs and 1673 were sows. Grain prices dropped sharply

Farmers need access to motorways

IFA President Francie Gorman said IFA will oppose any move to drive tractors off our motorways.

Tractors that travel on the motorway are equipped for speeds above 50km. Tractors with a lower speed are not allowed to travel on motorways.

In most cases, the journey tractors are undertaking is local, so the time spent on the motorway is short.

Many farm holdings are fragmented, so farmers need access to the road network.

“This attempt to ban tractors from our motorways has nothing to do with road safety, as implied by the IRHA. It is part of a campaign to corner the market for transporting goods on our roads,” he said.

this week in both Europe and the U.S., following a downturn in North American markets. On Euronext, wheat fell to €201/t and corn slipped below €200/t.

Rapeseed briefly hit €490/t before retreating. Weather remains a key watchpoint, with storms and rising temperatures expected.

In the U.S., wheat, corn, and soybean prices all fell after markets reopened post-holiday. Soybean planting is now 76% complete—above the five-year average. Despite this, prices are down, and crop conditions will be closely watched in the coming weeks.

Weekly Cattle Prices

Prices reported as quoted or paid to IFA members on week of 28th May, 2025. Prices reported as quoted or paid to IFA Members.

Factories paying up to 20c/kg above quotes. Steer base €7.50/7.70/ kg. Heifer base €7.60/7.80/kg. Young Bulls R/U €7.60/7.80/kg. Higher prices for larger and specialised lots. Cows €6.60/€7.50/kg. In-spec bonus 20c/kg for under 30 months and 8c/ kg for 30 to 36 months. 12c/kg bonus for under 30 month steers and heifers grading O- and those with a fat class of 4+ that meet all other in spec criteria.

BALLINA – KILLALOE FLOOD RELIEF SCHEME.

Flood Relief Emerging Options

Public Consultation Day

12th June 2025

Ayesa on behalf of Tipperary County Council invite residents, businesses and all interested parties to attend a Public Consultation Day for the Ballina Flood Relief Scheme. Have your say on the emerging options to inform the identification and selection of a preferred scheme. We value all feedback and greatly appreciate any time spent communicating your views.

• A questionnaire will be available for you to express your viewpoints.

• Members of the project team will be present to discuss your views.

• Can’t make it? – if you cannot join us on the day a copy of the questionnaire will be available on the website as well as supporting maps and information. Please feel free to submit a completed questionnaire to us at the email below.

When?

14:00pm – 19:00 pm Thursday 12th of June, 2025

How to Contact Us

Where?

The Lakeside Hotel & Leisure Centre, Ballina, Killaloe, Co. Clare, V94 E2D6

You can keep in touch with the project through our website where we will be posting updates on progress and details of ongoing works: www.floodinfo.iE/frs/en/ballina-killaloe/home

You can contact us via post or email at:

Project Manager Knocklofty FRS, Ayesa, Unit J Building 2100, Cork Airport Business Park, Kinsale Road, Cork, T12KV8R. TippBallinaFRS@Ayesa.com

Missed so dearly Missed in the morning of every day, Missed in the evening as light fades away, Missed in a thousand and one little ways, Around every corner a memory stays.

No one knows the pain we bear, When we all meet and you’re not there, We talk, we laugh, we play our part, But behind it all lie broken hearts.

You gave us years of happiness, Then sorrow came with tears, You left us lovely memories, We will treasure through the years.

In loving memory of Billy Shoer whose second anniversary occurs on June 7th. From his loving wife Mary and Family.

PLANNING NOTICES

Tipperary County Council

I, Mary Kennedy, intend to apply to the above authority for planning permission for retention of the as constructed domestic garage, side extension to house and front porch, including all associated site development works at No. 3 Powerstown Road, Clonmel, Co. Tipperary. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee, €20, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The

Office: 052 614 8800

Mobile: 087 696 6357

Email: info@tippecho.ie

Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

PLANNING NOTICES

Tipperary County Council

We, Paul & Bridget Hannigan, intend to apply to the above authority for planning permission for retention of a) domestic rear extension, b) pergola, c) blockwork shed enclosing stores and kennels, d) large metal storage sheds and e) small timber storage shed, including all associated site development works at Ballingeary East, Clonmel, Co. Tipperary. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of the Planning Authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee, €20, within the period of 5 weeks

beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

Tipperary County

We, Anthony and Mary Callanan, wish to apply to the above authority for planning permission for demolition of the single storey side extension and permission to construct a single storey granny flat including modifications to existing house, new vehicular entrance, on-site parking spaces and all associated site development works at no. 1 Davitt Avenue, Clonmel, Co. Tipperary. The planning application may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy at the offices of

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the Planning Authority during its public opening hours. A submission or observation in relation to the application may be made in writing to the Planning Authority on payment of the prescribed fee, €20, within the period of 5 weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application, and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

Take notice that I, Brid Walsh, intend to apply to the above Authority for Planning Permission for a Dwelling, Garage and Effluent Treatment System utilising the existing Farm Entrance and all associated site works at Roosca (Hickey), Cahir, Co. Tipperary. This Application

may be inspected or purchased at a fee not exceeding the reasonable cost of making a copy, at the offices of the Planning Authority during its public opening hours and a submission or observation in relation to this application may be made to the authority in writing on payment of the prescribed fee (€20) within the period of 5

weeks beginning on the date of receipt by the authority of the application and such submissions or observations will be considered by the Planning Authority in making a decision on the application. The Planning Authority may grant permission subject to or without conditions, or may refuse to grant permission.

UP UNTIL 11AM ON TUESDAYS

Ned Shoer

Deirdre

Missed by her loving partner Denis and family.

Silver Jubilee - Tipperary Hospital Radio celebrates its 25th birthday

Tipperary Hospital Radio station, originally known as South Tipperary General Hospital Radio, was founded in the year 2000 by a dedicated group of hospital staff members and volunteers led by John Savage and Anne Kavanagh. With the support of hospital management, it has been on the air since then, providing entertainment and information to the staff and patients of Tipperary University Hospital.

RTÉ producer Eoin Ryan launched the station on 18th May, 2000, and it has gone from strength to strength since then.

The station is an integral part of The Friends of Tipperary UH, who raise vital funds for hospital equipment to enhance patient care in Tipperary University Hospital.

Listeners can listen to our Radio Station via:

93.7FM on the dial

Through our website: thrcl.com Through The Radio Garden App

Rockwell College TY students visit Northern Ireland for educational and cultural tour

Eighty-four Transition Year students from Rockwell College, along with seven staff members, recently returned from a five-day educational tour of Northern Ireland, which combined politics, history, culture, and exploration of the region’s natural beauty.

The group travelled from Cashel on Sunday and spent three nights in Ballintoy, Co. Antrim, before staying one night in the City Hotel, Derry. The itinerary included visits to key sites such as the Giant’s Causeway, the historic walls of Derry City, and a beach walk along the North Antrim coast.

A highlight of the trip was the group’s visit to Stormont, the seat of the Northern Ireland Assembly. Students were welcomed by a cross-party group of MLAs, including SDLP Leader Matthew O’Toole, Daniel McCrossan (West Tyrone), Patsy McGlone (East Tyrone), and Philip McGuigan (Sinn Féin,

North Antrim). During a debate in the Assembly chamber later that day, Rockwell College was also mentioned, linking classroom learning to the real-world political process in a powerful way.

The cultural aspect of the trip was brought to life when students joined local musicians at the North Antrim Fleadh in Ballycastle, where their traditional Irish music performances were warmly received by the community.

Special thanks are extended to Mr Pat Egan (TY Coordinator), Mr Niall McGonagle, Mr Kevin O’Hora, Ms Niamh O’Neill, Ms Emma Shanahan, Ms Maaike van der Wald, and Mr Tadhg Carey O’Mahony for organising and accompanying the trip.

The week provided students with valuable opportunities to engage with Irish history, politics, and culture, while also offering space for reflection, personal development, and connection beyond the classroom.

Carers in Tipperary to receive €2,000 support grant this week

Tipperary carers will receive the Carer’s Support Grant on this Thursday, 5th June, a Fine Gael TD has said.

Deputy Murphy said: “The grant is worth €2000 and is available to all carers in Tipperary providing full-time care to an older person or a person with a disability, regardless of their means or social insurance contributions.

“Fine Gael increased this grant to €2000, up from €1850, in the last Budget.

“Tipperary carers who provide care for two or more people will receive a grant in respect of each person being cared for, to tackle the expense and challenges associated with caring for multiple people.

“If you are already a recipient of Carer’s Allowance (full rate or half rate), Carer’s Benefit, or Domiciliary Care Allowance, there is no need to apply, you will automatically receive the grant. However, if you are not receiving any of this payment but are a full-time carer, you can still apply for the grant.

“Carers do some of the most valuable work there is, and they are a huge benefit to our society. This grant should assist carers to provide the best care possible, to reduce the risk of injury, to help family carers cope with the emotional and psychological aspects of their role,” Deputy Murphy concluded.

Tipp Echo Entertainment

Marina’s Strictly Come Dancing raises a cool

€5,830 for Clonmel & District Wheelchair Society

Marina’s Strictly Come Dancing was held on Monday evening, 26th May, in the Fethard Ballroom, and what a night it was. The unbelievable talent that was shown on the night by the young boys and girls was something to be reckoned with.

This year, the nominated charity to receive donations and sponsorship by the local businesses was the Clonmel and District Wheelchair Society, a local

charity who are a social outlet for people with disabilities in Tipperary with all funds collected in Tipperary staying in Tipperary. A cool €5,830 was raised on the night. All the dresses and suits were supplied by Marina’s School of Dance to keep costs down for parents.

The winners on the night were as follows:

Winners of the under 9’s were Abby O’Donnell, Richard Boyle, and Meghan O’Donnell, sponsored by Cahir Community Bingo.

Winners of the under elevens Danny O’Sullivan and Hayley White, Alanah Fox and Sadhbh O’Meara sponsored by Clonmel Credit Union

Winners of the under-thirteens

Maryrose Guiry and Lauren Reddy and Imogen Ceon sponsored by Fethard Medical Centre

Winner of the over thirteens Emilya Savukaite and Rose Reddy Sponsored by O’Sullivan’s Pharmacy

Winner of the under-elevens Solo Jive was Zoe Durcanski, sponsored by Showgrounds Shopping Centre, Clonmel

Winner of the over-eleven’s Solo Jive were Evan Prior and Sadie Griffin sponsored by Kenneth Hennessy architects

Dancer of the night, Arthur Daly, sponsored by Christys Sunday Market

A message from Philip Meaney, Chairperson of the Clonmel and District Wheelchair Society.

‘It was a great honor to be nominated as the charity to receive funds this year from Marina’s Strictly Come Dancing. It was also a great honor to witness the

Marina’s Strictly Come Dancing stars of 2025 on what was a night to remember forever at Fethard Ballroom where the efforts of everyone helped raise a huge sum for Clonmel & District Wheelchair Society. immense talent on display that night, and a massive congratulations to all the boys and girls involved. Having worked with Marina in the run-up to this event, I saw the absolute dedication that she and her husband Tom put into making this event so

special for everyone involved. On behalf of the Clonmel District Wheelchair Society, I want to thank Marina for all the hard work and effort she invested in both on the night and in the lead-up to this event. The funds raised will make our lives easier as a charity

Prism - Family sci-fi adventure ready for The Source

PRISM! An immersive, dimension hopping, sci-fi adventure for family audiences of all abilities and backgrounds ready for the Source stage.

Join us for some after school fun as we follow Inter-dimensional travellers, Dawn and Dusk who have been stuck in an empty void dimension for far too long. When Dusk devises a radical solution to their problem it hurls them into our dimension and has catastrophic consequences for their onboard guide and best friend, PRISM. PRISM, written by Gary Crossan, is immersive sci-fi theatre for audiences of all abilities and backgrounds.

Packed full of adventurous retro-synth vibes, exciting leaps into unexplored virtual dimensions, and extraordinary personal discoveries, the twists and turns of PRISM will delight child and adult alike. Designed with accessibility at its core, performances of PRISM include audio description, captioning, accessible viewing posi-

tions, Sign Language interpretation, post-show touch tour, social story, and accessibility aids. Thursday, 12th June | Time 3.30pm | Kids Tickets €7 /Parents go Free! | Suitable for Ages 7+

‘BABY’ is a dark comedy about baby envy and unsolicited advice from strangers to take place at The Source on Saturday, 14th June.

Performed by Roseanne Purcell, ‘Baby’ tells the story of Camilla who is 36 and wants a baby. With dark humour and honest vulnerability, ‘Baby’ delves into baby envy and pretend pregnancies, while journeying into a landscape of fertility clinics and assisted human reproduction.

‘Baby’ is full of unsolicited advice from strangers. ‘Baby’ is seeing a pram in the Lidl middle aisle and having an unexpected cry into a discounted microfibre cloth. ‘Baby’ is all your thirty-something year old friends having babies but none of them are yours.

Written by Lianne O’Hara. Lianne is a participant of Irish Theatre Institute’s Six in the Attic programme. In 2024 she received the Mairtín Crawford Award for Poetry and a Theatre Bursary from the Arts Council of Ireland. Lianne teaches creative writing at University College Dublin and is represented by Peter Straus at Rogers, Coleridge & White. Baby won the 2024 ‘Little Gem’ Award. Other writing is published in Poetry Ireland Review, The Cormorant, gorse, Winter Papers, The Rialto, Arc Poetry Magazine, The London Magazine, Abridged, Banshee, and elsewhere. Fluff had a sell-out run at Dublin Fringe.

to support the people of Tipperary as best we can. On behalf of the Clonmel District Wheelchair Society, I’d also like to thank all the sponsors who donated to or sponsored dances on the night. It wouldn’t have been possible without your help.’

Arthur Daly, Dancer of the Night, winning the Christy Mullins Memorial Cup.

News from the Community

Two-Mile-Borris, Littleton Gerry Bowe

RECENT DEATH

Patrick ( Paddy ) Whelan, Castlefogarty, Ballycahill, Thurles.

SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM

The next information session will be held in the Parish Office on Monday next, 9th June from 7.30 to 8.15pm.

Please contact the Parish Office in advance to confirm your place on the course.

THE LATE TOMMY O’TOOLE

The death occurred on 17th May of Tommy O’Toole, 4

Oakview, Athy Road, Carlow and formerly of Kilkea, Co. Kildare. He was brother of Helena Mullaney, Noard, Two-Mile-Borris. Peacefully at St. Luke’s Hospital, Kilkenny, after a short illness. His remains were reposed at Carpenter Bros Funeral Home, Shamrock Square on Monday, 19th May.

Removal on Tuesday morning to the Cathedral of the Assumption, Carlow for Requiem Mass at 10 am.

Ballylooby/Duhill

BALLYLOOBY/CASTLEGRACE

DEVELOPMENT LOTTO

Draw on 27/5/25: No jackpot winner, lucky numbers drawn: 2, 9, 11 and 29.

No ‘Match 3’ winners.

Four lucky dips: P.J.Hanrahan, Mary C Moloney, Joanne O’Gorman, Tony O’Sullivan.

Next week’s jackpot €4,600

‘The club extend their thanks for your continued support. Tickets available at usual outlets & clubforce.com-Ballylooby/Castlegrace Gaa

LEAVING AND JUNIOR CERT

EXAMINATIONS

Best of luck to all our young

students who will commence their exams this Wednesday, 4th June.

FUNDRAISER FOR ARCHIE

A fundraiser for Archie |English will take place in St Paul’s Community Hall, Clogheen on this Thursday, 5th June at 8pm.

A Fundraiser for little Archie English. and we will do our best to give you a great night out. Starting at 8pm.

Tickets: Lina: 087-1334104 or Micheal: 086-0251227, P.J & Mgt c/o Vee Valley Fruit & Veg Clogheen or any member of the cast organised by MAL Productions

Gortnahoe/Glengoole

EUCHARISTIC ADORATION

Glengoole Wednesday 10am to 2pm, Gortnahoe Thursday 10am to 1pm. The rosary is recited before Mass in Glengoole every Saturday evening.

RECITING THE ROSARY

The Rosary will be recited at Our Lady’s Grotto, Glengoole on weekday evenings at 6pm, Saturday before 6pm Mass and Sunday 12 noon.

EXAMINATION TIME

Best of luck to all those doing the Junior and Leaving Certificate exams beginning on this Wednesday, 4th June.

ANNUAL MASS

Ballynonty Garden of Remembrance Annual Mass will take place on Thursday, 19th June at 7pm.

CEMETERY MASSES

The following dates has been set for the annual cemetery masses in the parish. All mass times will be at 7.30pm.

Tuesday, 24th June, Glengoole Church Graveyard, Thursday, 26th June, Aglish Cemetery, Tuesday, 8th July, Ballinalackin cemetery, Thursday 10th July, Good Shepherd Cemetery, Thursday 31st July, Fennor Cemetery, and Tuesday, 12th August, Boulick

Burial afterwards in Coltstown Cemetery, Castledermot, Co. Kildare.

Predeceased by his parents Thomas and Ellen, sister Kathy, brother-in-law Christy.

Beloved partner of Jeannine, father of Joanna and Ger, grandchildren, brother Johnny, sister Helena, Jenifer and Geraldine, nieces. nephews, brothers-in-law, relatives, extended family and friends.

May he rest in peace.

Sologhead

ACE OF HEARTS DRAW

The €2500 Jackpot on offer on Monday night, May 26, failed to produce an outright winner.

The following took the runners-up prizes, €50 to Tom Lynch Cappamore, €25 each to Christine Burns Oola, Liam Ryan (R) Lr Monard, Ryan O’Hora Sologhead and Eddie Geary Barronstown.

The seller’s prize went to Ger Riordan.

The Jackpot for last Monday night, 2nd June, was €2600.

Well done to all our winners and a big thank you to everyone who continues to support our weekly draw.

SOLOGHEAD

GAA

TINY TOTS

Tiny-tots Preschool School

Ballylooby now taking bookings for September 2025 for children 3 years and over ECCE approved. Contact. Majella Morrissey 086 8835974.

SYMPATHY

We extend our sympathy to the husband, family, relatives & extended family of Mrs Joan Buckley, Cahir whom passed away last week.

Mrs Buckley was laid to rest in St Mary’s Cemetery. Cahir after 11am Mass on Sunday last, 1st June. May she rest in peace.

Sologhead completed their West Junior Hurling League commitments on a winning note with a two point margin victory over Cappawhite. While they failed to make the knockout stages of the League they will now be able to

concentrate on the West Junior Football Championship which gets underway this Friday night, 6th June, with an opening round clash away to Cappawhite.

RESULTS / FIXTURES

Junior B Hurling League: Sologhead 4-13 Cappawhite 3-14

West Junior A Football Championship (Round 1 & 2)

First Round, Friday, 6th June Sologhead v Cappawhite in Cappawhite, 7.30pm.

Second Round, Friday, 13th June, Sologhead v The Kickhams, Sologhead 7.30pm.

CONGRATULATIONS

Well done to Tipperary U20 hurlers who proved too good for Kilkenny in last Saturday’s All Ireland Final played in Nowlan Park.

Included in the Tipp ranks was former Sologhead underage player Conor Martin who fired home a crucial third goal allowing no way back for ‘The Cats’ and bring-

Tommy Fitzgerald

ing his tally for the day to 1-4 ST NICHOLAS FC

The winner of their 50/50 weekly fundraiser and €220 for Wednesday night, May 28, was Hilda Franklin of Miltown.

The free Christmas draw entry for €1000 went to Mike Roche. SOLOGHEAD LGFA

Congratulations to our U12 girls who travelled to Ballyporeen last week and made a winning start to their competition producing a big performance to come away with a well deserved victory. Next up Galtee Rovers provide the opposition in the next round when they visit Sologhead on Tuesday, 9th June, throw in is 7pm.

Adult training every Thursday night at 7pm.

There will be an underage blitz this Saturday, 7th June, in Sologhead commencing at 11 am and finishing at 1 pm.

Cemetery.

CASHEL & EMLY PILGRIMAGE

June 13th - 18th. Cost from €969, flights from Shannon. Pilgrimage Director: Rev. Jimmy Donnelly. Bookings and Enquires: Contact Joe Walsh Tours @ info@joewalshtours.ie or 01 241 0800.

Assisted Pilgrims only, please contact: Very Rev. Joe Tynan, PP: lourdesassistedpilgrimage@ cashel-emly.ie or 087 222 5445. EVENING OF FILM & MUSIC AT GLENGOOLE HALL

Please keep Saturday 7th June at 6.30pm where a special screening presented by Molly Kiely of the short documentary At the Bottom of the Reen about Buddy’s Pub, followed by a collection of intimate musical performances filmed there last summer. This event is held in loving memory of the late Denis Kiely GORTNAHOE BINGO

Bingo will continue this Saturday evening at 4.00pm with doors opening from 3.00pm and will continue each Saturday evening at the same time. Over €2,660 in prize money on offer including a special €500 game. A sincere thanks to everyone

who supported the June special bingo last Saturday. We had a full Hall and delighted with the support from the Parish.

TABLE QUIZ

Ballysloe NS Parents Association are holding a table quiz this Friday 6th June in Hogan’s Pub Ballysloe at 8pm. Raffle, music and finger food on the night. Support from the parish would be appreciated.

TUESDAY BRIDGE

Bridge is being played each Tuesday night in Gortnahoe Hall at 7.30pm. If you would like to join or find out more information please contact this number 089 434910

SPLIT THE POT

Congratulations to Caroline Leahy c/o Gortnahoe Playschool, who won €213 in the Split the Pot draw last Sunday. Envelopes are available in Cahill’s Gortnahoe, Hogans Grange and at the usual outlets, you can also Revolut to 0876777220.

For the month of June Split the Pot will be in support of Gortnahoe Playschool.

The draw takes place each Sunday at 12pm in Gortnahoe Hall. Your support would be appreciated.

DAY CARE AND SOUTH TIPPERARY HOSPICE

PRESENTATIONS

Representatives of Burncourt Hospice Movement, Rhododendron Walking Festival Committee and Skeheenarinky Card Game Organisers were in Ryan’s Bar, Burncourt on Wednesday Night May 28 to present cheques to some very worthy causes.

Michelle from Vee Valley Day Care Centre Clogheen, received a cheque of €3,000 to help with the installation of a new Wood Pellet Stove and supplies of pellets.

Sean and Terry from South Tipperary Hospice met with the group to update them on the wide range of new services that continue to be available. The group was delighted to present them with a cheque of €25,000 to help them in all the worthwhile services they offer. Thanks to Ryan’s Bar for hosting this event.

Thank you to all who continue to support, contribute and help in the fundraising efforts each year.

Well done to the Burncourt Hospice Movement who unceasingly spearhead this amazing project year after year with Skeheenarinky Card Game Organisers and the Rhododendron Walking Festival Committee. Phenomenal work from a committed local group.

CONGRATULATONS TO CATHAL AND DAIRE

What an amazing achievement for Burncourt brothers Cathal and Daire English winning u20 All Ireland hurling medals in last Saturday against Kilkenny.

Congratulations to the brothers and the entire Tipperary team. What commitment and dedication not only from Cathal and Daire but from the whole family, the local club Fr. Sheehy’s and their mentors and backroom crew.

Take a bow parents Declan and Tina, brother Ciaran, Grandad Michael and grandmothers Anne and Kitty.

A great day for you all, a proud day for Burncourt.

A SHOW TO BOOK Fun- Friends-Food – Burncourt June 28. Bernard Casey, Comedian with his “Cute Hoorism” Tour will take to the stage in Burncourt on Saturday, 28th June as part of BCC’s Summer Programme. Tickets at €27 must be booked in advance. Bring Your Own Bottle and Food will be available to buy on the night.

Bookings: 0872887615 and from Maureen Creed’s Shop. EXAMINATION WISHES To all sitting examinations now, quoting Adrienne Rich’s Look At Life “which I live now not as a leap/but a succession of brief, amazing movements/each one making possible the next.” Good Wishes, Thoughts and Prayers going your way.

THOUGHT FOR THE WEEK

“May my mind come alive today/To the invisible geography/ That invites me to new frontiers/ To break the dead shell of yesterdays/ To risk being disturbed and changed.” - John O’ Donoghue.

OOLA COMMUNITY ALERT

If you wish to join Oola Community Alert Please contact 087 6634547 or you can request a form via email from oolacommunityalert@gmail.com.

COMMUNITY CENTRE

Bingo every Tuesday night at 8 o’clock sharp.

Cards Progressive 45 Drive Thursday at 8 pm sharp. All welcome.

Results from May 22nd, 1st prize, Dinny Morressey & Ger Beary, 2nd prize, Eddie McConnel & Michael Ryan, Table Prizes,

Dan Ryan (P) & Tony Breheny OOLA YOUTH CLUB

Junior Club 5 - 6.30 pm Senior Club 6.30 - 8 pm

If you have a young person who would like to join Oola youth club or if you are a parent and would like to volunteer as a leader please contact Donna Quinlan, at oolayouthclub@yahoo.com. or WhatsApp 085 8762908

COMMUNITY COUNCIL

TFI LOCAL LINK BUS Oola to Tipperary. Why not hop on TFI Local Link Tipperarys DRT(doorto-door) service from Oola &

Solohead area to Tipp town Tuesdays & Thursdays?

Areas covered are Cullen, Ballinard, Oola, Solohead, Monard, Limerick Junction, Sarsfileds, Soloheadbeg & Donohill. Call us in the office on 052-6166140. COMMUNITY COUNCIL

The Community Council is a voluntary committee, it works away in the background and provides a link between the council and the community. If you would like to contact the community council please Email to oolacommunitycouncil@gmail.com

Kathleen Moloney

Jimmy Dunne

OOLA

Donna Quinlan

Burncourt

Breeda Fitzgerald

News from the Community

FR SHEEHY’S GAA CLUB

Congratulations to Cathal and Daire English on winning u20 All Ireland hurling medals in Nolan Park on Saturday against Kilkenny. It was a magnificent achievement and a great reward for their dedication and commitment.

County u13B Football Shield

Final: Fr Sheehy’s 4-13 Clerihan 1-2.

Well done to the boys who played great football against a good Clerihan team where the score didn’t do them justice. It’s been a great year for this age group with the u13D’s winning the South title. Well done boys and management.

We wish everybody doing the Leaving and Junior certificates all the best in their exams.

Fr Sheehy’s GAA Club Lotto Lotto 4,5,17,28.

No jackpot winner, 2 match 3 (€75 each)

David Hyland Online and Sinead Ryan c/o Ryan’s Bar. Next week’s jackpot will be €6,750 in Nedeen’s Bar Clogheen. Thanks for your continued support.

Newcastle

ANNUAL BLESSINGS AND CEMETERY MASSES

The annual blessings of the graves will commence in July. All Masses begin at 7pm in the churches with blessing of the graves afterwards.

Tuesday, 1st July - Ardfinnan with blessing of the graves in St Finnan’s afterwards.

Wednesday’ 2nd July - Newcastle

Helen McGrath completes Women’s Mini Marathon for Naoinra, Chaisleán Nua

Well done to Helen McGrath, Newcastle, who participated in The Women’s Mini Marathon in Dublin on Sunday last, 1st June in aid of An Naionra, Chaisleán Nua to raise funds towards this vital service that we have in our community.  If anyone would like to donate please contact Helen or the Naionra office on 052-6136068. Also sponsorship cards are available in McCarras shop and also the local post office. All proceeds goes to the Naionra.

Templederry

WE REMEMBER THIS WEEK

Saturday, 7th June, in Templederry Church at 7 pm, Liam Donnelly, Gurteen. (1st Anniversary Mass).

Sunday, 8th June in Killeen Church at 10 am, Jim and Ina Hogan, Monaquill and their daughter Mary, Monaquill and Silvermines. Also Peg and Mick Cuddihy, Folinamuck.

MASSES FOR THIS WEEK

Wednesday, 4th June, Mass in Templederry Church at 6 pm. Please note change of time for this week ONLY.

Friday, 6th June, Mass in Curreeney Church at 7.30 pm.

Saturday, 7th June, Mass in

Templederry at 7 pm.

Sunday, 8th June, Mass in Killeen at 10 am.

ANNUAL GRAVEYARD

MASSES

The dates for the annual Masses in the graveyards are as follows: Wednesday, 11th June. Mass in Templedery Graveyard at 7 pm.

Sunday, 22nd June. Mass in Killenaive at 10 am.

Friday, 27th June. Mass in Curreeney at 7.30 pm.

The Masses in the graveyards are “weather permitting”

If the weather proves too wet Mass will take place as usual in the local Church.

PARISH OFFICE

Kilsheelan/Kilcash

Well done to our Junior footballers who defeated Moyle Rovers by 2 points in Cloneen on Wednesday night last on a scoreline of 2-11 to 0-15

Huge congratulations to Senan Butler and his colleagues on putting our neighbours and old rivals to the sword on Saturday evening last in Nowlan Park and adding to his impressive All-Ireland medal haul.

Best wishes to all our players currently setting state exams at the moment and good luck in their future careers and life pathways.

KILSHEELAN UNITED/ SLIEVENAMON CELTIC

TSDL U13 Boys: Slievenamon Celtic FC 1-4 Moyglass United TSDL U15 Championship: Slievenamon Celtic FC 2-3 Peake Villa FC TSDL U12 Girls Division 1:

Slievenamon Celtic 6-0 St. Kevins FC

TSDL Youths Division 2 Shield: Kilsheelan United FC 2-1 Old Bridge FC

TSDL U16 Boys Premier: Slievenamon Celtic FC 2-1 Cahir Park AFC

Finally congratulations to our Junior A team and management on winning the Division 2 Shield another successful season on the field for this team.

50/50 DRAW

Congratulations to Geraldine De Paor on netting herself €332, Well done Geraldine. All support greatly appreciated and thanks for your continued support.

THE LATE JIMMY EGANCONDOLOENCES

Deepest sympathies to the Egan family on the recent passing of Jimmy.

To his wife Mary daughters:

team fixtures.

RESULTS:

6pm, blessing of graves New Mollough.

7pm, Mass and blessing of graves in church graveyard.

8pm, blessing of the graves in the Old Graveyard. Refreshments served in Community Hall afterwards. Monday, 7th July Ballybacon.

Refreshments served in the Sacristy afterwards.

Tuesday, 8th July, Grange bless-

ing of the church graves , followed by blessing in the New Cemetery. Refreshments served in the Hall afterwards.

Wednesday, 16th July. Fourmilewater, 6pm blessing of graves in Kilronan Cemetery. 7pm Mass and blessing of graves in Cemetery.

Refreshments served in Ballymacrbry Community Hall afterwards.

Well done to the under 15 Footballers on winning the West B Shield last Thursday defeating Sean Treacys in the Final. Commiserations to the Premier Intermediate Hurlers on their defeat in the Crosco Cup Final against Golden\Kilfeakle last Tuesday .

FIXTURES

Underage teams in action in the coming week. Check with club Officers and team mentors for details.

Intermediate Football: West Championship v Galtee Rovers on Saturday, 7th June in Sean Treacy Park, Tipperary at 5pm.

Check Officers and local & social media outlets for other adult

The Parish Office remains open every Wednesday and Thursday from 11 am to 1 pm for those wishing to book Masses, etc., or request information from the Parish Records.

Phone 0504-52988. 0876564933. You can also email templederryparishoffice@gmail.com during the opening hours of 11 am to 1 pm.

TEMPLEDERRY GAA LOTTO

Last week’s Lotto draw was held in The Ford, Ballinaclough, and there was no outright winner of the Lotto Jackpot. This week’s draw is in Kennedys, Glastrigan and the jackpot will be €2,200

CUL CAMP 2025

Kelloggs Cul Camp returns from 7th to 11th July.

Registration is now up and running and booking should be made online through the link below.

Any issues contact Conor on 087 2594651.

https://www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie/booking/?utm_ source=website&utm_medium=findcamps_herocard&utm_ campaign=culcamps2025&utm_ content=findcamp_herocard&county=Tipperary

Eire Og Lotto results: Lotto results for 27 May 2025. Jackpot: €5,100.

Numbers drawn were 8, 15, 18, 30.

Joanne, Brid, Anne Marie, Helen, Claire and extended families we offer our deepest sorrow, Jimmy was originally a native of Coolmoyne, Fethard but settled here and set up his business in Kilsheelan where Mary and Jimmy became an integral part of the community and raised their family.

Jimmy was known far and wide for his expertise and knowledge in the world of diesel engineering and he kept many a contractor afloat with his work ethic and availability into the late hours in the event that his help and expertise was required.

Jimmy was a great conversationalist and his company was much sought after for his knowledge, wisdom and friendly demeanour.

Ní beidh a leithéid arís ann. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

There were no winners.

2nd chance: €500. Numbers drawn were 1, 9, 23, 25.

There were no winners. 3rd chance: €250. Numbers drawn were 1, 2, 14, 25. There were no winners.

Lucky Dip Winners: Margaret Kennedy & Grandkids

Margaret Kennedy

GAA

Declan Geoghegan

- €50.

Mary Ryan (Lar) - €30. Jamie English c/o Mary Heffernan- €30.

Micheal O’Dwyer, Newtown€30. Geraldine Donovan c/o Curry - €30.

Sellers’ Prize: 1 x €30: Jacko Breen.

Miriam O’Shea

Brothers Cathal and Daire English, members of the Fr Sheehy’s GAA Club, celebrate after Tipperary’s triumph in the under 20 All Ireland hurling final against Kilkenny at Nowlan Park, Kilkenny on Saturday last.

News from the Community

FETHARD NEWS

Community Games Art & Handwriting

Congratulations to the pupils from Killusty National School on their success at the recent Area Community Games Art & Handwriting presentations.

A special thank you to school principal Mrs O’Sullivan, Michelle and all the staff who are so supportive of the games. Best of

luck to those who qualified for the County Finals.

First and second in each event may compete in Thurles CBS on Saturday, 21st June. As these finals run simultaneously. It is not possible to compete in both.

Please contact Noreen as soon as possible to confirm competi-

tor available not later than Friday June 6.

Email: fethard-killusty@communitygames.eu ART RESULTS

Girls U14: 1st Imogen Coen Killusty; 2nd Caithlin Feery Killusty; 3rd Isabel Holohan Killusty. Girls U12: 1st Zara Thompson

Graveyard

Masses in month of June

The following are the dates for this year’s Graveyard masses in June. All are at 7.30pm.

Killusty Graveyard on Friday, June 6 at 7.30pm; Calvary Graveyard on Friday, June 13 at 7.30pm; Kiltinan Graveyard on Friday, June 20 at 7.30pm;

Presentation Convent on Friday, June 27 at 7.30pm.

Cash for Clobber in aid of Holy Trinity NS

Holy Trinity National School Parents Association are holding a cash for clothes collection fundraiser from June 3 to June 26. Please support by donating unwanted clothing, which can be dropped off at the school. Alternatively, contact 087 6918183 to arrange a suitable time. Accepted items are: clothing, including uniforms, paired shoes, belts, scarves, ties, hats, bags, handbags, school bags, sports bags, soft toys, bed linen and curtains (bagged separately).

Unacceptable items are: No Bric a Brac (toys or books), No dirty/wet clothing, No mats/carpets, No single shoes, No pillows/duvets, No cut-off materials, No cushions, No towels, No blankets. Please place your items for recycling in a black bag.

Killusty; 2nd Zoe Durcanski Fethard; 3rd Alisha Moloney Fethard. Girls U10: 1st Michaela Ryan Power Fethard; 2nd Olivia Feery, Killusty; 3rd Sophie O’Donnell, Fethard. Girls U8: 1st Rhys McGrath Killusty; 2nd Caoimhe Doyle Kennedy Fethard; 3rd Casey Power Fethard.

Boys U14: 1st Tristan Byrne Killusty. Boys U12: 1st Tony Moynihan Fethard; 2nd Daniel Kistochkin Fethard; 3rd Aaron Larkin Fethard. Boys U10: 1st Aslan Gabriel Conbrea Fethard; 2nd George O’Flynn Killusty; 3rd Aaron Tyrell Fethard. Boys U8: 1st Toby Power Killusty; 2nd Johnny Holohan Killusty.

HANDWRITING RESULTS

Girls U14: 1st Zoe Thompson Killusty. Girls U12: 1st Hayley White Fethard; 2nd Hazel Prendergast Fethard; 3rd Harper Corcoran Fethard. Girls U10:1st Emily Walsh Fethard; 2nd Isabelle Looby Fethard; 3rd Michaela Ryan Power Fethard.

Boys U14: 1st Tristan Byrne Killusty. Boys U12: 1st Aaron Larkin Fethard; 2nd Kaiden Power Killusty; 3rd Brogan Greene Fethard.

Meeting to revive Tennis Club in Fethard

Fethard Tennis Club will hold a meeting in the Convent Community Hall on Thursday, June 12, at 7.30pm, with a view to reforming the club to its former glory.

All are invited and more than welcome to come along and help get our tennis club up and running in time for this summer.

Please come along and lend your support.

by Joe Kenny

Fethard Town Park Family Fun Day

SUNDAY, 15th JUNE

Live music from Brass & Co

Stalls & Lots of free entertainment

Event sponsored by Coolmore Stud and Tipperary County Council

Social Dancing at Fethard Ballroom

Social Dancing continues at Fethard Ballroom on Sunday night, June 8, 2025, to the music of, ‘Dermot and Jack Lyons’. All are welcome to come along and enjoy a terrific night’s social dancing from 8.30pm to 11.30pm. Admission is €10, which includes refreshments.

Parish Church Lotto Draw

There was no jackpot winner in the Parish Lotto on Thursday, May 29, 2025. The numbers drawn were 13, 18, 20, and 21. The winner of the weekly draw for €30 was Mary Morrissey. Next week’s Jackpot for Thursday, June 5, 2025, will be €5,000.

GAA Sports Development Lotto

Fethard GAA Sports Lotto draw results for May 27, 2025, are as follows: the numbers drawn were: 2, 13, 23 and 27. We had no Jackpot winner and two Match 3 winners who received €75 each: Josephine Boland & Mary O’Dwyer (bought by Sarah Standbridge). One’ lucky dip winner received €100: Elaine Nash. The next draw takes place on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, when the jackpot is €30,000.

‘Bridget’ film for Cahir Castle on Friday June 6

‘Bridget’, a short film based on the burning of Bridget Cleary, will be shown in the audio-visual room at Cahir Castle, on this Friday, 6th June at 7.35pm and 8.45pm, hosted by Cahir Social and Historical Society. To book call 086-8372154 or 085-7555244.

RECENT DEATH

Late Helen Power, Dungarvan and late of Fethard.

The death has occurred on Saturday, May 31, 2025, of Helen Power (née Morrissey), Old Parish, Dungarvan, and formerly St. Patrick’s Place, Fethard.

Helen passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her loving family. Predeceased by her par-

ents Tom and Pauline Morrissey, brother Noel, father-in-law James Power and nephew Dylan.

Helen is deeply mourned and sadly missed by her heartbroken husband Eamon, beloved daughter Caoimhe, mother-in-law Eileen (nee Cahill), sisters Anne and her husband Tadhg Regan, Catherine and her partner Eddie O’Brien, brothers Tom and Pat and their wives Ann-Marie and Helena, sister-in-law Edel Power and her husband Shane O’Mahony, brother-in-law Kieran Power and his wife Carmel, aunt Pat (USA), godchild Elena, nephews, nieces, extended family and friends.

Funeral Mass took place on Tuesday, 3rd June, in The Church of The Nativity of Our Lady, Old Parish, Dungarvan, followed by interment in the adjoining cemetery. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dílis.

Art & Handwriting medal winners at Holy Trinity National School, Fethard. The Games Committee greatly appreciate the excellent support of Principal Ms T. Morrisson and Ms Maura Clooney in ensuring the success at these events.

Pupils from Killusty National School proudly displaying medals won at the recent area Community Games Art & Handwriting. Back row, from left: Imogen Coen, Isobel Holohan, Peggy Colville (Community Games), Tristan Byrne, Caitlin Feery, Zoe Thompson, Noreen Sheehy (Sec. Fethard & Killusty Area). Front: George O’Flynn, Johnny Holohan, Rhys McGrath, Toby Power, Olivia Feery, and Kaiden Power. Missing from the photo is Zara Thompson.

News from the Community

New Inn & Knockgraffon

HOSPICE SUNFLOWER DAY

Together we make a difference. Please VOLUNTEER to be a part of our on-street collection on this Friday and Saturday, 6th and 7th June. The streets are calling.

Funds raised through Hospice Sunflower Days play a vital role in supporting us to continue caring for patients and their families nationwide, with every euro raised locally, staying locally.

Find contact details to volunteer for your local hospice at www. togetherfor hospice.ie/hospices.

MARY DOYLE MEMORIAL

5K RUN

The Mary Doyle Memorial 5K Run takes place this Saturday evening, 7th June at Rockwell Rovers GAA grounds - Eircode: E25 DH94, Páirc na nGael, New Inn.

Fun activities, races & mixed relay races for children from 4pm to 5.30pm - Entry €5 /child.

Run registration opens at 6pm. Run starts at 7.30pm. Entry adults €10, child €5 (cash only). It’s an evening of participation, laughs and remembering this special lady who devoted so much of her time to athletics.

Any support would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

40TH ALL IRELAND ROSARY

RALLY AT KNOCK - THIS SATURDAY, 7th JUNE7

Join thousands from across Ireland this Saturday, 7th June.

The day includes a conference with speakers, a chance to meet apostolates, a keynote speech by Msgr Steve Rossetti/Basilica/including Healing prayers, Stations of the Cross, a Rosary procession, Holy Mass with singing by Dana, Rosary and scapular making workshops.

Buses available from various locations in Ireland. For more details, visit www.allirelandrosaryrally.com.

Please note bus will be leaving Cashel at the church at 8am. Contact Maura on 086 0622087 to book your place.

BICENTENARY MASS AT LAGGANSTOWN

Join us in celebrating 200 years of Lagganstown Graveyard on Wednesday, 25th June at 7:30pm. This special Mass commemorates the years 1825-2025, and we warmly welcome everyone to join us for this significant occasion.

Let’s come together to honour our history and community!

CASHEL DAY CARE CENTRE

FUNDRAISING CONCERT

Date for your diary - On in Brú Ború Theatre, Cashel is on Thursday, 26th June featuring Louise Morrissey and Des Wiloughby and more.

Tickets are now on sale from the Day Care Centre on 062 63288 or Brú Ború on 062 61122 or from Geraldine on 086 8153275. Tickets €25, doors open at 7.30pm, show at 8pm.

MC is Jimmy O’Farrell, also raffle on the night.

Your support for this event would be greatly appreciated!

GOLF CLASSIC

Rockwell Rovers GAA Golf Classic in memory of Willie Flynn will be held on Friday and Saturday, 11th and 12th July in Cahir Park Golf Club.

• Golf Teams €150 - Team of3

• Tee Box Sponsorship €50

• Green Sponsorship €100

• Silver Sponsorship €250

• Gold Sponsorship €500

Monster raffle on the night with

Sandra English

super prizes which include; Robotic Lawnmower, All Ireland Hurling & Football Tickets, Signed Jerseys from Kerry, Cork, Offaly, Munster Rugby Squad 2025 and many more.

Don’t miss out on being part of what is guaranteed to be a super weekend for all. Open to all golfers and non-golfers.

To support this event please get in contact with Cormac on 087 3744965, Willie on 086 1239567, Alan on 0860822489, Adrian on 086 8599010 or any member of Rockwell Rovers, LGFA, Camogie Club.

The club needs and appreciates your support!

25 CARD DRIVE, OLD KNOCKGRAFFON SCHOOL

Triple winners at the cards last Wednesday evening were brothers Billy & Vincent Phelan and Michael Murphy / Kitty Peters and Eddie Grant / James Ryan with 10 games each. Table prizes to Martina Kelly / Liam Cleary and Veronica & Jimmy Muldowney.

Well done all.

Cards start at 8.30pm sharp and all are welcome. Tea and refreshments.

ROCKWELL ROVERS LOTTO

Results of draw from Monday, 26th May 26. Numbers were 7, 8, 18 and 28- No outright winner.

Lucky dips x4: Simon Anchell, Emma & Paul Smith, Nelly Joy and Paddy Harty in with a chance to win €500 in May draw.

Sellers Rockwell Rovers, Ollies Bar, Michael Purcell and John Cooney in draw for sellers €100 prize.

This week’s jackpot €11,200 - thank you for your continued support.

Ballingarry

BALLINGARRY TIDY TOWNS

We are busy weeding, planting, painting, sweeping streets, power-washing footpaths, mulching, etc. We are asking every householder in the village to paint or wash their premises as judging will be taking place from next week on.

We also need more help. If you have any spare time, please come along and lend a hand. All are welcome.

BALLINGARRY G.A.A. & CAMOGIE CLUB

GAA Lotto numbers 8-21-2325. No outright winner. €40 to: Mick and Carol Britton, Grawn; Adrian Kelly, c/o Amby’s; Fiona Lawlor, Mohober; Margaret Barrett, online; Finola Byrne, online Next Draw for €4,200.

Our Junior Football A match v Ballylooby Castlegrace on Sunday last, 1st June in the second round of the South Championship was cancelled.

Our U/9s played Gortnahoe Glengoole GAA club in football and hurling on Saturday evening in Gortnahoe. It was a great display of hurling and football by both the boys and the girls on a lovely sunny evening.

Huge thanks to Seán Cleere, Fine Line Construction New York, for the sponsorship of our new Jerseys. The team were delighted to display them a few evenings ago in their game against St. Patrick’s.

BALLINGARRY ALBION FC

Our annual awards night was held on Sunday last, 1st June in Amby’s Bar Ballingarry.

The night was special because we had the Division 2 league title on display as we celebrate what has been a magnificent season for the lads.

Having been eight points off the top at Christmas, the lads went on a seven-game winning run to claim the title and was the perfect follow-up to gaining promotion from Division 3 last season.

The players deserve huge credit for their efforts over the last two seasons since the club was reformed and a massive mention must go to Ricky Cashin who has coached the team in that time while taking on the manager’s role this season while still playing.

This year we not only acknowledge great achievements but also the achievements of the past, as we have two fantastic servants of the club returning to pick up the Player of the Past Award - Martin Ivors and Billy O’Brien.

Martin and Billy were at the centre of Ballingarry’s defence for many years and were part of some of the most successful teams in the club’s history. They have many achievements and both went on to do great work off the pitch to ensure the club stayed progressing.

Martin held the role of secretary and was also a huge part in starting a youth’s team in the club, with many of these players now still playing. Martin is still the ‘go to man’ for fact checking or stats on any player that was in the club.

Martin’s three sons have all played for the club with Jonathan

CONDOLENCES

GALTEE ROVERS ST. PECAUNS

Well done to our footballers who defeated Arravale Rovers in the O’Donoghue Cup final played in Annacarty last Wednesday by 3-9 to 2-10. See full page report elsewhere in this edition.

Please check fixtures for the West Intermediate Football semi-final against Eire Og Annacarty which is due to be played this weekend.

GALTEE ROVERS ST.

PECAUN’S LOTTO

There was no jackpot winner in last week’s Bansha Kilmoyler Sports Lotto draw. This week’s jackpot is €23,300.

Last week’s €20 lucky dip winners were: Wayne c/o Shannen O’Connell, Christine O’Sullivan, Carmel O’Donnell and Vinny Murphy.

Seller’s prize €20: Lar Roche. Tickets, €2 each or 3 for €5, are

available locally and online via Clubforce and Galtee Rovers social media pages.

GALTEE ROVERS CLUB DRAW

The club draw for May was held on Saturday night. The top prize winners were: Seanie Peters, Stonepark €600; Chris Byron, Raheen €300; Seamus Grogan, Coolgurth €150.

Full draw results are available in local shops and on the Galtee Rovers social media pages. If you wish to join the draw, please contact draw sellers or any committee member.

FUNDRAISING CONCERT

Local student doctor Rory Sampson is volunteering to work in Tanzania this summer. A concert will be held in the GAA Centre on tomorrow, Thursday June 5th, to raise funds for the trip. The concert will feature Louise Morrissey and a number of other sing-

ers and musicians. Doors open at 7pm and the show commences at 7.30pm. Tickets, costing €20 are available from Kitty Peters (087 2297403) and also from local shops. There will be a raffle and spot prizes on the night. Your support would be appreciated.

BANSHA PAINTING AND ENHANCEMENT SCHEME

The Bansha Painting and Enhancement Scheme is now open for applications with Tipperary County Council. The Scheme supports owners of properties in Bansha Village by providing funding for paint for their premises both commercial and private residential building frontages. Closing date is Friday June 27th 2025, application forms are available through Bansha Tidy Towns, call Helen on 086 8314443 for more information or any help with the application process. Applications online at www.tipperarycoco.ie

Sincere condolences to the family, relatives, friends and neighbours of Billy Collins, Longorchard. May his gentle soul rest in peace.

LOUGH DERG PILGRIMAGE

The Cashel & Emly 3-day pilgrimage to Lough Derg will take place from Monday June 23rd to Wednesday, 25th June. Further information and booking from Bridget O’Dea 0866792754 or Fr. Martin Murphy 086 3868877.

ADORATION OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT

Adoration of the |Blessed Sacrament akes place in both churches during the week and will continue to the end of the year as follows: Moyne Church 10am - 11am and 7pm - 8pm on Tuesdays, Templetuohy Church 10am - 1pm on Wednesdays.

MOYNE SOCIAL DANCING

Moyne Social Dancing will hold their monthly social dance on Saturday, 14th June in Moyne Community Centre. Music by

being part of this season’s league winning team.

Billy has also left a huge mark on the club as again he held many roles. In recent years he kept the pitch in top condition and can be regularly seen at home games supporting the lads.

Billy also played a huge part in bringing through another young crop of players.

Billy’s son Billy Jnr also played many years with the club and is still very much part of the club’s setup. A great night was had by all as we celebrated both the past and the present.

MASS TIMES

Church of the Assumption, Ballingarry: Mass Times: 9.30am Monday to Friday; 7 pm Saturday evening and 10 o’clock on Sunday morning.

Catholic Radio programme “Radio Maria” available on TV channel Saorview 210. Parish Radio: 107.5 FM.

Mass Cards /Bouquet Cards are available in the Sacristy. When tending the graves of your loved ones, please take home all old flowers/debris etc.

SCHOOL TRANSPORT DEADLINE LOOMS

Applications for School Transport Services for the 2025-2026 academic year are now open. The closing date for payments is this Friday, 6th June, 2025. If you fail to pay on time, you may risk losing your child’s bus seat. Payments can be made via the Family Portal: https://buseireann.ie/schooltransport

Cathal and Ted Barry.

Dancing 9pm to 12 midnight.

Tea served. Eircode E41EE39 All support appreciated.

TEMPLETUOHY BINGO

Templetuohy Bingo will continue Thursday nights at 8.30pm for the next two weeks only. Due to continuing weekly losses, it is sad that it has reached this point having started almost 57 years ago.

Bingo was good for the Community Centre and the parish over all the years.

Thanks to all who supported us over that time.

MOYNE ATHLETIC CLUB

Best of luck to our juvenile athletes as the compete in the Munster U9 - U13 Track & Field Championships in Waterford this weekend. Winner of this week’s Split the Bucket of €115 was Aoibhin O’Donovan. Thanks to all who support this fundraiser.

GAA, CAMOGIE, LGFA

The lotto jackpot will be €8,700 this week.

Hard luck to the Junior hurlers who lost their Mid Junior B league final against Thurles Gaels last weekend.

Best of luck to the U14 Camogie team as they contest the County U14 C Championship Final this week against Ballina.

The juvenile club are holding a 5k Colour Run on Sunday, June 15th from Templetuohy GAA field. All proceeds to the juvenile club and the Dillon Quirke Foundation and event sponsored by Pat Cleary of Cleary Motors. Register early using the QR code or sign up on the day.

ADULT CARDIAC SCREENING

The Moyne/Templetuohy ladies football club are hosting an adult cardiac screening day on Saturday, 5th July in Moyne Community Centre.

Some places are still available, please contact the club and they will advise on how to book this important screening day.

The lucky dip winners last week were Noel Kent, Kathleen Tobin, Mary Bradish, Dan Quinlan, Willie Bergin and Peg Fogarty.

Jimmy Maher

Eibhlis Purcell

News from the Community

Mullinahone, you’re looking good!

Drangan/Cloneen

ST PATRICK’S GAA CLUB LOTTO

Lotto results from Tuesday, 20th May. Numbers drawn were 8, 10, 13, 15. No jackpot winner. There were three ‘Match 3’ winners of €35 eachRobert O’Riordan, and Paul Trehy x 2. Congrats. In the Second Chance Lotto for €1,000, the numbers drawn were 4, 17, 21 and 27. No winners.

Next draw will be on Tuesday, 3rd June for a jackpot of €15,200. Don’t miss out, play online or in your local shops, pubs, garages or hairdressers and it could be you.

SOUTH JUNIOR FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP

Our Junior A Footballers begin their Championship this Thursday, 4th June, when they take on Newcastle in Ned Hall Park, Clonmel at 8 pm. They will then take on Clerihan in Fethard on Sunday at 7 pm.

SOUTH JUNIOR A FOOTBALL FIXTURES

Sun June 15 in Cahir at 6.00 St. Patricks V Ballylooby-Castlegrace SOUTH JUNIOR B FOOTBALL FIXTURE

Wednesday, 4th June in Killenaule at 8 pm, St. Patrick’s V Fethard U17 HURLING FIXTURES

Monday, 30th June, in Newcastle at 7 pm, Newcastle V St. Patrick’s V Newcastle.

Monday, 14th July, in Cloneen at 7 pm, St. Patrick’s V St. Mary’s Monday, 28th July, in Páirc na nÓg, Thurles at 7 pm, Durlas Óg V St. Patrick’s

Monday, 11th August, in Cloneen at 7 pm, St. Patrick’s V Thurles Gaels

Monday, 25th August, in Monroe at 7 pm, Moyle

Rovers V St. Patrick’s

Monday, 8th September, in Cloneen at 7 pm, St. Patrick’s V Carrick Davins

Mary Doyle Memorial 5K Run

At New Inn on this Friday

evening, 7th June

The annual Mary Doyle Memorial Run will take place on Saturday, 7th June at Rockwell Rovers GAA groundseircode: E25 DH94, Páirc na nGael, New Inn. Fun activities, races & mixed relay races for children from 4pm to 5.30pm - Entry €5 /child. Run registration opens at 6pm. Run starts at 7.30pm. Entry adults €10, child €5 (cash only).

It’s a day of participation, laughs and remembering this special lady who devoted so much of her time to athletics. Any support would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you!

LOCAL LOTTO RESULTS

Last week’s lotto jackpot took place on Monday, 26th May. The numbers drawn were 6, 12, 22, 25. There was no winner of the jackpot worth €4,700. One lucky match 3 winner received €150. Congratulations to P.J O’Halloran.

To be in with a chance of winning next week’s lotto jackpot, tickets can be purchased in all local businesses and from committee members.

SPLIT THE POT

Last week’s Split the Pot draw was held on Wednesday, 28th May in the digital hub in Mullinahone Community Centre. There was €145 was on offer to the lucky winner, congratulations to Michael Walsh (White Gates).

To enter next week’s draw, envelopes can be purchased in all local businesses for just €2.

MULLINAHONE VILLAGE TIDY TOWNS

Great work is being done around the little village by the Tidy Towns committee and volunteers. From the flower beds at the church carpark being replenished with fabulous new shrubs and flowers, to the fantastic new mural on the buildings beside the church and across from Doran’s are just a few projects that have been completed so far this year.

The committee meet every Thursday evening at 7pm in the church carpark and volunteers are always very welcome. Please if you have an hour to spare come along and help make and keep Mullinahone beautiful.

KICKHAMS CAFÉ

The ever-popular Kichams Café will once again open its doors again this coming Friday morning from 9am to 1pm in the Community Centre. Why not come along with your friends and enjoy a cup of tea with some delicious home baked goods and a chat.

The ladies will be looking forward to seeing you all Friday morning.

DEVELOPMENT BINGO

Due to a decline in numbers attending over the past few months, the monthly development bingo will take a break for the summer months. This will be reviewed towards autumn/ winter.

Further information will be relayed when available and the Bingo Ccommittee would like to thank all the patrons for their support and hope to see you all again soon.

Fundraising event this Thursday night in Clogheen for Archie English

Mal Productions - Duhill Fundraisers proudly presents ‘Duhill Chancers’ in a Variety Concert in St Paul’s Community Centre, Clogheen on Thursday, 5th June.

Doors open at 7pm, starting at 8pm. Tickets €15 per person. Available from Lina on 0871334104 or Michael on 086- 0251277 or from any cast member.

It promises to be a great night!

Sinead Moore Mullinahone

Photos of the recently completed mural, located on Kickham street Mullinahone. Photos courtesy of Jim Freeman.

Nicholas Moroney

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CLONMEL

LADIES NOTES

RESULTS

Sunday 18th and Wednesday 21st May: 18 Hole Singles Stableford kindly sponsored by Allied Irish Bank:-

1st: Helena Wade (44) 45pts

2nd:Liz Barlow (28) 39pts C/B Saturday, 24th May, and Wednesday 28th May - 18 Hole Singles Stableford (POY) kindly sponsored by O’Dwyer’s Golf Store:-

1st: Grace Buckley (21) 34pts

2nd: Sinead Corbett (26) 33pts

Gross: Roisin Quinlivan (11) 22pts Congratulations ladies and thank you to our sponsors, Allied Irish Bank and O’Dwyer’s Golf Store.

9 Hole Singles Stableford (Saturday, 24th May, and Wednesday 28th May):-

Winner: Maud Shee (13) –20pts FIXTURES

Saturday 31st May and Wednesday 4th June: 18 Hole Singles Strokeplay (Medal). Our competition this week is sponsored by Fine Fins. 9 Hole Club Singles Stableford – Play Saturday or Wednesday. No re-entry.

Saturday, 7th June, and Wednesday 11th June: Ladies’ Vice-Captain Marion O’Neill’s Day - 18 Hole Singles Stableford (POY)

The Hub 12 Hole Summer Series. Please return all cards to the Men’s competition box in the hallway.

DONOUGHMORE CUP

Final reminder to enter the Donoughmore Cup Matchplay competition, kindly sponsored by Gwen Walshe.

If you are interested in taking part, please add your name to the list by Wednesday, 4th June, so that draws can be made.

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY: Wednesday, 18th June: Lady Captain Elaine Winston’s Charity Open Day in aid of South Tipperary Hospice.

NEW MEMBERS

Clonmel Golf Club warmly welcomes new Lady Members. We are offering golf lessons on Thursday evenings 6.30 pm to 7.30 pm along with special membership for new golfers. For more information please contact Dylan Burke, Club PGA Professional on 085-8141438 or email dylan@dylanburkegolf.com.

TEMPLEMORE

Seamus Cody Qualifier.

1st. Bertie Keant 41pts. 2nd Patrick Shelly 39Pts, Lorcan Reilly, 39pts. Mixed Result

1st. Team, Dec Kelly, M Carey, P Ryan 29.0, 2nd. J Fahey, T O’Toole, E Lyons 30.2. Well played all in what was a misty day. Men’s Seniors.

For our first away trip of the year a band of Seniors formed at Rathdowney Golf Course. The weather relented for the day and the course was in grand order. Scoring was good. The 1st Team with 90 points were George Murray, Tom Ryan and Martin Mullally. In a close second on 88 points were John Greed, Les Mason, Tony O’Toole and Ollie Murray with energy conserved for the social mixed later in the day in Templemore.

On a day when even though the weather was not the sultry day’s we have been experiencing recently the mizzle did not dampen the teams that trod the course that appreciated the Falling H2O. The scoring reflected the change in playing conditions.

1st Team, 53 points Bernie O’Rourke, Frankie Shortt, Michael Healy and Rody Crawley.

In 2nd with 49 points Birdie Ryan, Tony O’Toole, George Col-

O’Dwyer wins the O’Dwyer Cup

lins and Tommy Deegan. In 3rd. with 46 points John Kirwan, John Stapleton, Jim Gilmartin and Mick Murphy. Well played all in defiance of the drizzle weather.

Vice Captain Appreciation Over the week end 10th.11th. May, it was wonderful to see a great turn out and we were blessed with the sunny weather which created a greater run on the ball, credit to the course excellent condition by Dinny Maher and Pat Shelly.

I wish to thank Lady Captain Helen Hayes and the ladies who so kindly gave of their time also to the successful Social Mixed on Wednesday, 14th May. What was very pleasing to me was the participations of so many juvenile members who were full of enthusiasm playing in their first club competition, great credit due to their mentors. This participation and enthusiasm secures the future of club competitors into the future and also the club.

Compliments to the prize winners 1st. Martin Walsh, 2nd. Coln Dooly, 3rd. Jody Boyle, Gross Prize to Declan Kennedy with a fine 70. Sincere appreciation to all.

- Vice Captain John Greed.

Co Tipperary Golf & Country Club winners of the Ladies Claret Jug at the Venue Club House, Dundrum. Left to Right: Marie Holohan, Carmel Lowth, Lady Captain Marie Graves, Laura Hickey (winner with an excellent round of net 69, & President Jenny Lawrence.

Co Tipperary Golf & Country Club

winners of the O’Dwyer Cup at the Venue Club House, Dundrum. Seated from left to right: Captain Danny O’Dwyer, Dermot O’Dwyer (sponsor), Seamus O’Dwyer (winner with an excellent score of 44 points), John O’Dwyer (sponsor) & President Jenny Lawrence. Standing from left to right: Aidan Murphy, John Canny, Dermot Keating, Don Kennedy, Adam Buckley, David Burke, Paddy Fitzgerald & Michael Butler.

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COUNTY TIPPERARY GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB

Co Tipperary Golf & Country club Prize Giving a major success with a fantastic crowd in the Venue Club House to witness the hospitality of Jorek & Monika in their Le Gra restaurant.

Speaking at the presentation Captains Marie Graves & Danny O’Dwyer paid tribute to all who contribute to making our club the successful friendly club it is. The two big competitions were the O’Dwyer Cup & the Club Classic for the Men. The Claret Jug and the alliance for the Ladies.

Captain Marie thanked all who took part in the recent Open Day. She congratulated the Challenge Cup ladies who defeated Clonmel & the Minor foursomes team who triumphed over Douglas Golf Club. She congratulated the winners of the R & A challenge, Rena Ryan & Ger Flannigan who will represent the club in Doneraile on June 6th.

O’DWYER CUP:

Captain Danny O’Dwyer paid a special tribute to Dermot & John O’Dwyer for the sponsorship of the O’Dwyer Cup for the 25th year. He said it was wonderful to have such loyal sponsors.

CLUB CLASSIC:

Captain Danny thanked ODS as the main sponsor of our Club Classic again this Year. He thanked Jeff & Winnieanna Leo for their sponsorship of the vouchers for the new La Gra restaurant. He thanked our Golf professional Marian Riordan & Colin O’Gorman for sponsoring the Callaway Elyter Driver. He thanked Niamh Cunningham for her diligent work in the Golf Shop. He thanked treasurer Michael Ryan for his leadership in organising the Club Classic. He

thanked Frances Boyle for her sponsorship of the Ladies Prize. He thanked all who sponsored Tee Boxes and entered teams to make the Club Classic such a success.

Captains Danny & Marie thanked Brian Webster and his team on the golf course, they thanked Marian & Colin and Niamh Cunningham for their help & support in the golf shop.

They thanked Jorek, Monika and all the staff in the La Gra restaurant in the Venue Club House. They said the beautiful complementary Pizzas’ they sent to the tables on the night were much appreciated.

LADIES GOLF:

Our 18-hole stableford competition May 26th & 28th was won by 1st Cora Morrissey (36.7) 39pts. 2nd Helena Ryan (21.3) 37pts and Gross Frances Boyle (13.2) 23 gross pts.

Our Thursday evening Golf was a 4-club challenge which proved to be fun and interesting with great scoring, which proves that strategy matters more than the full bag of clubs. The winners were 1st Pauline Fitzgearld 23pts. 2nd Breeda O’Donnell 21 pts. Lucky dip Marie O’Connor & Carol Ferncombe.

AWAY OUTING TO MOUNTHRATH:

Lady Captain Marie Graves and the ladies of the club went to Mounthrath Golf Club on Sunday.

A fantastic day was had by all as 50 Dundrum Ladies who travelled to the beautiful Mountrath Golf Club for the Lady Captain Maries Away Day. The event was marked by great company, lots of laughter, and a spirited game of Scotch Foursomes. Despite a few errant shots and

some lively debate over who was to blame (all in good fun) the camaraderie and sportsmanship shone through.

The course was in superb condition, and the hospitality from Mountrath Golf Club made the day even more special.

The wining pairs were 1st Laura Hickey & Elizabeth Hayes 44pts. 2nd Patricia Moran & Geraldine Ryan 42pts. 3rd Jacinta Coman & Mary O’Donnell 40 pts. 4th Anne Blake & Bridget Sherman 37pts.

Best Front Nine Maura Maher & Mags O’Riordan 20pts. Best Back Nine Vera Heffernan & Liz Higgins 21pts.

Longest Drive Colette O’Dwyer & Nearest to the Pin Maura Maher. A big thank you to our Lady Captain for organizing such a memorable outing, one filled with fun, friendship and fabulous golf!

Golf competition this week is our annual 3T’s stableford medal competition on Wednesday June 4th & Sunday June 8th.

This is a charity competition focused on raising awareness and support for suicide prevention it stands for Turn-the-Tide of suicide and the winner with the wining man will be accompanied with our captains Marie and Danny to the regional final later.

The 2025 3T’s Golf Tournament final will be held at Mount Juliet on Sept 29th & The K Club Palmer North Course in October.

SENIORS GOLF:

The results of last week’s 15hole Champagne Scramble; in 1st place Liam Treacy, Tommy Moloney, Larry Hickey & Liam Ryan (Cashel) with 86 points (b9), in 2nd place John Ryan (Con), Tony Farell, & Tony Landers with 86 points (82+4).

CAHIR PARK GOLF CLUB

LADIES GOLF

Ladies 9 Hole Stableford Thurs 29th May 2025

The winner was Imelda Dileen (PH 17) with 14 points.

John and Breda Ryan Memorial 18 Hole Stapleford - 23rd, 24th, 25th May

The winner was Anne Walsh (Hcp 34) with 25 Points.

Ladies 18 Hole Stapleford Thursday 29th May 2025

The winner was Julie Connolly (Hcp 14) with 37 Points.

Second was Patricia Browne (Hcp 20) with 34 Points. (C/B)

Gross Paula Spillane (Hcp 10) with 20 Gross.

Third was Kathleen Noonan (Hcp 25) with 34 Points. (C/B)

Congratulations to all the winners.

CLUB MIXED FOURSOMES

The draw has been made and is on display on the

Templemore GC on Tour

Main Noticeboard. Please note Rounds 1 and 2 must be played by the end of June.

MEN’S GOLF

ABP - Taylormade Summer Series 28/05/2025

Category 1 1 Shay Hughes (6) 39pts

Category 2 Mark O’Loughlin (8) 35pts

Category 3 Richard McGrath (16) 39pts

Cat 4 Thomas Regan (25) 42pts

John & Breda Ryan Memorial Cup

1st Michael O’Donnell 76 - 11 = 65

2nd William Walsh 86 - 18 = 68

3rd Jimmy Kearns 92 - 24 = 68

Gross Adrian Lonergan 78 FIND THE GOLF BALL

The draw took place on Saturday, 31st May. The envelope drawn belonged to Leah Flannery, not a jackpot winner but Leah wins €20.

Next week’s jackpot: €900

Templemore Golf Club, 1st. Seniors outing in Rathdowney on Wednesday last, 28th May. From left to right:

Club Vice Captain John Greed, Seniors Manager Pat O’Connell, James Casey,  Ollie Murrey, Seniors Activist Registrar Manager, Les Mason, Sean Cashman.

County Tipperary Golf & Country Club Challenge Trophy Team Left to Right, back Niamh Chadwick, Catherine Moloney, Rena Ryan, Kitty Byrne, Sadie Quirke, Carmel Lowth, Jacinta Coman Front; Maura Maher, President Jenny Lawrence. Lady Captain Marie Graves, Marie Holohan.

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Golden/Kilfeacle pull clear in extra-time to capture Bertie’s Bar Crosco Cup final

Bertie’s Bar (Dundrum) Croso Cup Final

GOLDEN/KILFEACLE 1-24

EIRE OG ANNACARTY 0-20

By Francis Coughlan at Páirc Ciocaim, Dundrum

Jack Lonergan’s injury time point to force extra-time proved the perfect tonic as Golden/Kilfeacle pulled well clear in the additional 20 minutes to claim a first Berties Bar, Dundrum Crosco Cup title since 2004.

The first half was a fairly close affair on the scoreboard with Eire Og generally having their noses in front and leading by a point at the interval. That wasn’t the whole story with Eire Og’s dominance not reflected at the interval having hit ten wides to their opponents three.

The second half continued to

remain tight and just when it looked as if Eire Og might shade it Lonergan tied the game and the supporters would get another 20 minutes for their money.

In truth there was only one team in extra-time with Golden/ Kilfeacle taking full advantage as Eire Og appeared heavy legged and when substitute Harry Fogarty goaled five minutes into the second period it all but sealed victory for Golden/Kilfeacle.

A heavy shower beforehand made conditions difficult. In a first half that struggled to come to life Connie Bradshaw and Darragh Kelly gave Eire Og an early two-point advantage. Jack Bergin opened Golden/Kilfeacle’s ac-

Padraig Dalton (Golden-Kilfeacle) gets away from the attentions of Brian Fox (Eire Og) during the Bertie’s Bar Crosco Cup final played at Páirc Ciocaim, Dundrum on Wednesday last. Picture Francis Coughlan.

count in the seventh minute a Ben Currivan free had the teams tied up within two minutes.

Eire Og were struggling to find the target as the half progressed but on the other side Golden/Kilfeacle were struggling against the Eire Og defence. Two Jack Bergin sideline cuts from the uncovered side gave Golden/Kilfeacle a brief lead but on both occasions Dinny Crosse and Darragh Mooney tied the game at the quarter mark at four each.

The next ten minutes or so would see Darragh Kelly and Jack Bergin to the fore on the scoreboard for their respective sides and the game tied at seven each. The sides traded further points and when Ben Currivan pointed in the third minute of injury for the sixth time it looked as if the sides would go in level at the break but Darragh Kelly had the last say from a free to give Eire Og, ten points to nine half time advantage.

Seanie Ryan and Darragh Kelly extended that advantage on the resumption as Eire Og withdrew numbers which allowed space for their remaining forwards. Jack Bergin and Ben Currivan kept Golden/Kilfeacle in touch.

Currivan would level the game for a seventh time after 11 minutes. When Niall Hefferan levelled in the 20th minute with his first score the sides were now level for a ninth time.

As the game entered the final ten Eire Og looked as if they would have enough to take honours going three up when Dinny Crosse pointed in the 27th minute. Mooney had also denied Eanna Ormonde four minutes earlier when the Golden/Kilfeacle attacker got in one on one on the Eire

Og keeper.

Aidan Tuohy and Ben Currivan reduced the deficit to one but again Eire Og came back and in the third minute of injury time Dinny Crosse pushed that back out to two. Padraig Dalton brought the difference back to one. They were to get another chance with a Ben Currivan long range free but as his effort fell short it appeared hope was gone but in the battle for possession Lonergan won possession and pointed from close range to level at 0-19 each.

There were just two scores in the first period of eextra-time that from two Ben Currivan frees, but Golden/Kilfeacle looked the likely side to push on. Eire Og’s cause wasn’t helped by the loss

of Darragh Kelly at the turn over of extra-time. The turning point arrived half ways through the second period of extra-time when Jack Bergin set up Eanna Ormonde but his shot was saved by Mooney but went across the goal and tapped in by substitute Harry Fogarty.

Conor O’Brien added Eire Og’s only point in extra-time but it was Golden/Kilfeacle who claimed honours.

Following the game the Crosco Cup was presented to Golden/ Kilfeacle captain Jack Currivan by West Board Chairman Andrew Fryday and Bertie Callanan (sponsor).

A unique event on the night saw the game officiated by three

SCORERS AND TEAMS

Golden/Kilfeacle: Ben Currivan (0-9, (0-8f)), Jack Bergin (08, (0-2s), 0-1f)), Harry Fogarty (1-0), Aidan Tuohy (0-2), Niall Heffernan (0-2), Padraig Dalton (0-2), Jack Lonergan (0-1), Eanna Ormond (0-1)

Eire Og: Darragh Kelly (08, (0-8f)), Dinny Crosse (0-3), Paudie Bradshaw (0-2), Connie Bradshaw (0-1), Darragh Mooney (0-1f), Kev Fox (0-1), Seanie Ryan (0-1), Tom Fox (0-1), Conor O’Brien (0-1f)

Golden/Kilfeacle: Jack Currivan, Jack Dalton, Aidan O’Connell, Ciarán Byrne, Gavin Dalton, Shane O’Connell, Cian O’Connell, Ben Currivan, Jack Lonergan, Eanna Ormond, Niall Heffernan, Padraig Dalton, Aaron Colohan, Aidan Tuohy, Jack Bergin Subs Used: Harry Fogarty for Aaron Colohan.

Eire Og: Darragh Mooney, Darragh O’Brien, David Fox, Mixie Bradshaw, Paul Downey, Brian Fox, Paudie Bradshaw, Connie Bradshaw, Donal O’Dwyer, Dinny Crosse, Conor O’Brien, Kev Fox, Seanie Ryan, Darragh Kelly, Aidan Griffin

Subs Used: Tom Fox for Kev Fox, Paul Devlin for Aidan Griffin, Dan Kelly for Darragh Kelly, Adam O’Dwyer for Paul Downey Referee: Aidan Butler (Knockavilla Donaskeigh Kickhams).

Jack Currivan (Golden-Kilfeacle) accepts the Bertie’s Bar Crosco Cup from Bertie Callanan (Sponsor) and Andrew Fryday (West Chairman) following Golden/Kilfeacle’s victory over Eire Og Annacarty/ Donohill in the final played at Páirc Ciocaim, Dundrum - Picture Francis Coughlan.

Golden/Kilfeacle the Bertie’s Bar (Dundrum) Crosco Cup Champions 2025 celebrate with mentors and mascots after their final victory over Eire Og. - Pic Francis Coughlan.

brothers, Aidan Butler Referee (Kickhams), and linesmen Ger Butler (Moyle Rovers) and John Butler (Upperchurch Drombane).

Three second half goals see Galtee Rovers prevail in exciting O’Donoghue Cup decider

Michael Devlin Solicitors O’Donoghue Cup Final

GALTEE ROVERS 3-9 (3-0-9)

ARRAVALE ROVERS 2-10 (2-1-8)

A three goal second half salvo helped Galtee Rovers dethrone neighbours Arravale Rovers in this year’s Michael Devlin Solicitor’s O’Donoghue Final on Wednesday evening in Annacarty.

Rain before the start and right throughout did not help conditions as both teams tried their best to adapt. The start of the game was held up to what looked like a serious injury to Galtee Rovers Eoin Halpin during the warm up.

Scores were slow to come by in the first half. Arravale had more of the early possession but failed to take chances or work the ball into good scoring opportunities. The first score eventually arrived in the ninth minute when Darren McGrath pointed from a free. Both sides were pulled during the first half for not keeping sufficient numbers up and back.

It was almost the quarter mark before Alex Webster opened Arravale Rovers account and almost a minute later Orrin Jones doubled that tally.

The game came more to life after this with Jack Crowe replying with the first of his points before Eoin Doocey restored Arravale’s advantage. Just before that Evan Ryan saw his effort come off the crossbar and bounce along the Galtee Rovers goal line before being cleared. Heading to the break

Arravale had opened up a three point advantage but another Jack Crowe point would leave two between the sides at the break, 0-5 to 0-3.

The complexion of the scoreboard changed dramatically on the resumption. Substitute Dermot McCarthy goaled either side of Bill Quirke and Jack Crowe’s third point. Eoin Doocey could have had an Arravale goal in the seventh minute but was denied by Kelvin O’Brien.

A minute later a good quick passing movement saw Donagh Leahy goal. Adam McGrath and Sean O’Mahony traded points to see the sides level going into the final quarter. Arravale for a lot of the second half were struggling to win their own kickouts giving Galtee Rovers a strong platform to attack.

A Dermot McCarthy point heading into the final ten minutes had Galtee’s one up before Galtee Rovers took over. Callum McCarthy forced his way in on goal before Ed O’Dwyer came in along the endline almost untouched for goal number three. Galtee Rovers were now eight up with about five to play.

Arravale now had a sense of urgency about. Orrin Jones pointed a free before a quickly taken free from Paddy Dalton set up Shane

Leahy for goal. Three minutes into injury time Orrin Jones opted to bring a free out past the arc in order to avail of a two pointer which he successfully executed. All eyes on the referee but there was more time to play.

Arravale now trying to work a goal and almost pulled it off but Brendan Delaney’s effort when the wrong side of the goal posts. With that went Seanie Peters whistle.

Following the game, West Board Chairman Andrew Fryday presented the O’Donoghue Cup to Galtee Rovers Captain Eric Grogan in the presence of sponsor Michael Devlin.

SCORERS AND TEAMS

Galtee Rovers: Dermot McCarthy (1-1), Jack Crowe (0-4), Cal-

McCarthy (1-0), Ed O’Dwyer (1-0), Darren McGrath (0-2, (01f)), Adam McGrath (0-1f), Bill Quirke (0-1)

Arravale Rovers: Orrin Jones (0-5, (1 2ptf), Shane Leahy (1-1), Donagh Leahy (1-0), Alex Webster (0-1), Eoin Doocey (0-1), Niall Sharpe (0-1), Sean O’Mahony (0-1)

Galtee Rovers: Kelvin O’Brien, Eoghan Byrnes, Peter Carroll, Liam Finnane, Sean Daly, Cian O’Dwyer, Joe O’Callaghan, Eric Grogan, Bill Quirke, Adam McGrath, Shane Ryan, Callum McCarthy, Eamon Quirke, Darren McGrath, Jack Crowe

Subs Used: Dermot McCarthy, Dan O’Dwyer, Edmond O’Dwyer

Arravale Rovers: Nicky Cummins, Tommy Lowry, Darren Lowry, Raymond Kelly, Niall Sharpe, Shane Leahy, Eoin Doocey, Matthew Moroney, Evan Ryan, Shane Maher, Sean O’Mahony, Cormac Maher, Donagh Leahy, Orrin Jones, Alex Webster

Pictured at the presentation of the Michael Devlin Solicitors O’Donoghue Cup on Wednesday of last week were from left to right: Michael Devlin (Sponsor), Eire Grogan (Galtee Rovers’ captain), and Andrew Fryday (West Chairman) - Picture Francis Coughlan.

Galtee Rovers/St Pecaun’s the Michael Devlin Solicitors O’Donoghue Cup Champions 2025 celebrate with mentors and mascots after their final victory over Arravale Rovers . - Picture Francis Coughlan.

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Subs Used: Micheal Bowes, Paddy Dalton, Brendan Delaney Referee: Seanie Peters (Aherlow)

Callum McCarthy (Galtee Rovers) about to gain possession ahead of Niall Sharpe (Arravale Rovers) during last Wednesday’s Michael Devlin Solicitors O’Donoghue Cup Final. Picture Francis Coughlan.

THE VIEW by Noel Dundon Comedy festival weekend in Kilkenny, but no Cats cracking smiles

Camogie girls stumble; and senior footballers bow out

BY NOEL DUNDON

There’s a delicious disquiet in coasting towards the finish line, a surreal serenity that settles in when the monster has been slain and the sword laid to rest. That was the mood in UPMC Nowlan Park, as Tipperary’s U20 hurlers danced across Kilkenny’s home turf, brushing past the black and amber with the cold confidence of victors who knew the war was already won. By the break, the Cats were no more than a shadow in the rearview mirror— ghosts in their own backyard. But it was Paddy McCormack’s thunderbolt into the net in the 38th minute that rang out like a death knell; the final rites read with a flourish. His first salvo was the shot that told the tale: this was no ordinary downfall—it was a rout wrapped in blue and gold ribbon.

Rarely, if ever, have we seen Kilkenny so listless, so shackled, so stripped of their hunting instinct. A sweeper? With the wind at their backs? That wasn’t strategy, it was surrender disguised as containment. You don’t win wars by retreating behind the barricades—and certainly not against a razor-sharp Tipperary attack that needed no invitation to carve through.

Whatever the clipboard cabal were plotting in the Kilkenny camp, it fizzled out before it sparked. Their tactics lacked bite, their play lacked belief, and the crowd at Nowlan Park—normally so defiant—gave voice to their disbelief with groans that sliced through the evening like broken strings on a fiddle.

Tipp, by contrast, were a study in poise and precision. This was no bloodand-thunder epic, no last-gasp mira-

cle—just a professional dismantling, a clean execution of a blueprint drawn in bold, unapologetic strokes. Their method may have seemed mechanical at times, but make no mistake, there was heart beneath the hardware. It marked yet another sweet chapter in Tipp’s Nowlan Park chronicles—minor, senior, and now U20 scalps claimed on enemy soil. The locals are growing weary of these raids. The Cats that once clawed through tradition with bare grit now seem to be chasing the tail of modern hurling, experimenting with systems that don’t yet fit the fur. They are learning, but slowly. Reinvention is a messy art - a moment of reckoning.

Meanwhile, Tipp’s compass is steady. Brendan Cummins, Fintan O’Connor, Thomas Costello, and Paddy Stapleton have stayed the course through storms of

doubt, holding fast to their philosophy— and here it is now, gilded in All-Ireland glory. Their loyalty to the plan has reaped its reward, drawing us even with Kilkenny in the U20 roll of honour: 12 apiece. Another milestone. Another nod to history.

And more than anything, the winning thread runs strong. Three U20 titles in seven years. Two minor championships in the last three. The senior crown remains elusive—for now—but the forge is burning, the metal being shaped. If the past is our guide, these guys will be the ones to carry the flame. The talent is there. The hunger is palpable. The foundation is rock-solid. So let’s watch, let’s hope, and above all, let’s revel in the rise.

Camogie setback

The senior camogie side were caught cold, sucker-punched by a ruthless Cork

outfit who rattled the net not once, not twice, but three times in the opening ten minutes. It was carnage. A red storm that left Tipp reeling and chasing shadows before the clock had even warmed up. Now, a serious spark is needed—this team needs a lift, a jolt, a response that says we’re not done yet.

Footballers

sorrry season comes to an end

Over in the Tailteann Cup, there was more pain ast he footballers limped out on the first day of summer. One win on the board is better than a blank slate last year, but that’s thin comfort. The focus now must shift—eyes on 2026, eyes on league promotion.

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Thurles Sarsfields capture Mid Tipp’s Cahill Cup

Thurles Sarsfields GAA club had a very busy weekend with their annual Golf Classic taking place in Thurles Golf Club over the course of two days split by the Cahill Cup senior hurling tournament final against their keen Loughmore Castleiney.

Following a highly entertaining game, the Thurles lads emerged victorious by a two-point margin to claim their first silverware of the year in front of a decent attendance at Holycross.

Veterans Michael Cahill and Pa Bourke, together

with long serving goalkeeper Paddy McCormack, played key roles in the victory, while youngsters Seanie Butler, Keith Loughnane, Tommy Maher and Liam McCormack were also very prominent for the Blues.

The Cahill Cup was presented to Sarsfields captain Stephen Cahill by Mid Tipperary GAA Board Chairman Martin Bourke, with Tom Cullen, representative of the sponsors also present.

The victorious Thurles Sarsfields team with with mentors and mascots celebrate the Cahill Cup final win over Loughmore/Castleiney.

Kieran Hogan enjoys first major win in Amneal Cup at Larkspur Park

Last Sunday week saw a fantastic turnout for the annual Amneal Cup in Larkspur Pitch & Putt Club, Cashel. The two rain showers did not deter the players - with a couple of breaks under the protection of the picturesque trees throughout the Larkspur courseit was a great day for the club as it was a hive of activity on the course

This competition is a hugely popular one amongst our players - everyone always wanting to take home the coveted cup. Darren Ward Jewellers in Cahir, sponsored this competition - and it is a hugely popular event in the pitch and putt calendar locally.

Larkspur Park is extremely grateful to Darren and the team in Ward Jewellers for their sponsorship and also to Amneal, Cashel for the cup.

A fantastic win for our very

popular, local, Cashel man - Kieran Hogan - his first major trophy - with a fantastic score over the 36 holes. Everyone at the club is delighted for Kieran - and we have no doubt these wins will become more commonplace in the Hogan household.

These sponsorships and local competitions are what the Larkspur Pitch and Putt Club Community is all about.

Prizewinners

1st Overall Nett and Cup winner: Kieran Hogan.

1st Senior Nett: Jimmy O’Neill

1st Senior Gross: Dave White

1st Inter Nett: Tommy Hogan

1st Inter Gross: Davy Hallinan

1st Junior Nett: Paddy McGrath

1st Junior Gross: Evan Moloney

Ladies Nett: Serena O’Neill

Ladies Gross: Gemma Martin

There was a very popular winner to the Amneal Cup 2025 at Larkspur Park, Cashel, recently when local man Kieran Hogan captured his first major success with a fantastic score of 36 holes.

DUNDRUM AC

Super second for Aisling in Cork City Marathon

The very popular Cork City Marathon was held on Sunday last, 1st June. It was a sold event with 11,000 runners, joggers and walkers taking part in three different distances, Marathon, half Marathon or 10k races. Although there was rain in the morning, it cleared and the conditions remained dry throughout.

We had two members from the club run in the half marathon. Congratulations to Aisling Ryan, who was Second Lady overall in a brilliant time of 1.19.

Brigid Browne also had a fantastic race and finished in a time of 2.04. Well done to both ladies.

CRC News

by Paul Nugent

The airlines did well out of the Clonmel rowers last weekend with Daire Lynch competing in the European championships in Plovdiv, Bulgaria, our recreational rowers taking to the waters of the Tagos in Lisbon and our college people representing their academic institutions at London Metropolitan Regatta.

Dominic Casey, coach to Paul ODonovan and Fintan Mccarthy, has taken over the reins as head coach from Antonio Maurogiovanni and the new broom sweeps all before it. All the crew lineups that we were familiar with from last years Olympics are gone and we have to get our heads adjusted to new crew lineups. We are at the start of a new Olympic cycle, so it’s a good time to try out new combinations. Daire Lynch is now rowing in a coxless pair with Ross Corrigan who came 6th in the pair at last years Olympics. The lads came 4th in a very competitive heat, just missing qualification for the A final.In the B final they finished 3rd behind Czech and AIN(Russia).

It’s early days yet for this pair and we should see improvement as they spend more time in this highly specialised boat.

Philip Doyle’s quad were also in the B final and they came 5th so they come away from Bulgaria feeing a little bit disappointed.

Our recreational rowers of Joanne Power, Ruth Maher, Sheila Nugent, Patricia Matthews and Mary OGorman tried their hand at sweep rowing in coastal boats on the lovely waters off Lisbon. They thoroughly enjoyed the new

experience and can’t wait to take the next steps on their rowing journey.

Across the water at London Metropolitan Regatta we had 6 ex Clonmel rowers competing for their colleges. There was a great result for Donnacha Keeley in theA Final of the mens quad when UG emerged victorious in a nail-biting contest. This win will do no harm to Donnacha’s chances for selection for the Irish boat going to the World U23 championships taking place in Poland in July.

We had a big interest in the mens open 8 with 3 Irish boats in the 8 boat final. The crews are seeded in such a way that all races are very tight and at the 1000m mark barely a length separated all 8 crews. Newcastle University went on to win by half a length from Cork BC who were coxed by Sarah Prendergast of Clonmel. London RC were 3rd with UG finishing 5th, just ahead of UCD in 6th. James Hurley and Gerald Nugent were in the UG boat and were pleased to hold off the challenge of UCD whom they will be sure to meet in the Irish rowing championships in July. Laura Meehan was rowing in the UL 8 and they were in contention with 250m to go when they caught a show stopper of a crab.Tom Whelan was in the UCD intermediate 8 and they finished 4th in their final against some fancied UK crews. We will be heading down to the NRC next weekend for the Munster Branch regatta which is being organised by Pat Kinsella and Nollag O’Dwyer.

Aisling Ryan, Dundrum AC, Second Lady overall in Cork City Half Marathon on Sunday last, 1st June.

James Hurley and Gerald Nugent from CRC were part of the UG Open 8 which came fifth at the London Metropolitan Regatta.

Clonmel Recreational Women’s Crew ease up for this photo opportunity while rowing on the River Tagus in Lisbon, Portugal

the week in SPORT

Sweet sucess as Lemon Joey lands the Carrick Aldo @ Stud National Produce Stakes

GREYHOUND RACING at CLONMEL TRACK

Sunday, June 1

ONE OF Clonmel Greyhound Stadium’s biggest nights on their racing calendar is the final of the classic the National Produce Stake. This year’s the event, sponsored by Tom Glynn, was The Carrick Aldo @ Stud National Produce Stake carrying a winner’s prize of €20,000 and had a final lineup worthy of the event.

On what was a bright sunny Bank Holiday Sunday night, the crowd came in abundance to witness the race, one of the oldest greyhound racing classics in the country.

KIERAN AND HANNA PURCELL MEMORIAL

SEMI-FINALS

Two very competitive A4 semi-finals warmed up the patrons prior to the main event with the running of the annual Kieran and Hanna Purcell Memorial Stake. Liam Peacock’s Bogger Fionn, a winner the previous week, repeated that performance to prevail in the opening semi-final in eye-catching style in 28.87.

Hollyhoill Keano and Dingle Bottom also qualified from this semi-final.

Local trainer Kevin McLean had Speck, owned by The Only In It For The Crack Syndicate, produce a very strong finish to win the second semi-final at the expense of the competition’s fastest early round winner, Dwell Mock, with Ballinalick Bono back in third. The winning time in this semi-final was 29.16.

Another fantastic final awaiting patrons next week. PRODUCE STAKES CONSOLATION FINAL

The Produce Stake Consolation Final proved to be a good omen for trainer Murt Leahy, who had one of the favourites in the main event. Here Sawdust Chaps, owned by The Chisel Syndicate, made it a trap-to-line winning run in 28.57 a career best performance.

All eyes then turned to the feature of the night, The Carrick Aldo @ Stud National Produce Stake. Carrick Aldo who has had a very impressive racing career himself with numerous successes, led the parade for the final as the anticipation mounted.

When traps lifted, Flashing Saffron, owned by Craig Armstrong and trained by Pat Buckley, took a flying start with the two outside and fancied runners Lemon Joey and Snazzy Boss stride for stride heading into the opening bend.

The Jennifer O’Donnell trained Born Braver, who has produced a cracking back straight run in the past

was caught up as Flashing Saffron set for home.

Tetra Destiny trained in Thurles by Kevin Loughnane produced a career best performance closing on the leader but was unable to find an opening as The Short Back And Sides Syndicate owned Lemon Joey, trained by Murt Leahy, started to close.

Coming off the final bend and little if nothing separating the six runners, Lemon Joey found that extra gear to drive past all and win by two lengths in 28.60. Flashing Saffron deservingly took second, with Tetra Destiny third.

Incidentally just over a length separated the remaining three, Born Braver, Blastoff Heffo and Snazzy Boss.

Trainer Aaron O’Hanlon sent out Boltoflightning to win the second race of the night for The D-S Racing Syndicate in 28.95 with a very strong finish.

In the opening race the Carrick-on-Suir owners, the Faulkner Brothers, had a trap-to-line success when Giglis Freya stole the show in 29.27.

Liam and Martina Harding were all smiles with the dramatic finish from Bay City Katie as she snatched the sixth race on the line by a neck in 29.05.

The Brady – Brannigan bunch from Clonmel were delighted with the performance from Marlfield Levi in the tenth race as he came from behind to snatch it in 28.81, a career best performance.

David O’Neill took the penultimate race with Chamberlain Ruby after she gave a rail-hugging performance to make it back-to-back wins in 29.05.

Rounding off a great night’s racing, Margaret Enright took the final race with Coolbeg Brock as he finished strongest of all in 29.37.

Friday, May 30

Derek Kehoe had a very nice novice, Slaneyside Clara, winning the opening race on Friday night with a trap-to-line run in 29.80. This was followed by an a very promising performance from another debutant Redzer Rua, owned by Pat Reddan and trained by Aaron O’Hanlon, who stopped the clock in 28.92.

The Jennifer O’Donnell, Killenaule trained Baby Warrior produced the run of the night in the fourth race. Coming back from an injury she was led from traps but showed a different class down the far side passing all to win going away in a brilliant 28.66.

Clonmel man Eric Keane who officiates at the track on Sunday night had a smart winner on Friday night when Oakland Coco came from behind Emers Gillie to win in 29.62.

Peter Hattemore, with plenty of the family present, was all smiles when Chaotic Maus took the ninth race in 29.46.

Trainer Adam Dunford sent out The Pillar Syndicate owned Jacktavern Mojo to win the final race on Friday night in 28.90.

There was a bumper attendance at Clonmel Greyhound Stadium on Sunday night last for the final of the Carrick Aldo @ Stud National Produce Stakes, with Lemon Joey winner of the €20,000 first prize.

Carrick Aldo National Produce Stake Presentation by Andrew Murray to Derdre Leahy after Lemon Joey’s win

Clonmel trainer Eric Keane with Oakland Coco

Donagh McLean with Speck after his semi-final winner of The Purcell Memorial Stake.

Liam, Izzy and Martina Harding were in good form following Bay City Katie’s win at Clonmel Greyhound Stadium on Sunday night.

Produce Stakes Consolation presentation to Derdre Leahy from Stephen Burke after Sawdust Chaps win on Sunday night.

Liam, Marie and Liam Og Peacock with s The Purcell Memorial Stake semi-final winner Bogger Fionn.

The Brady-Brannigan Bunch were delighted with the Produce Stakes Final night winner, Marlfield Levi in a career best of 28.81.

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