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Get Ireland Walking Strategy Launched

By Ryan Harmon 20 September 2023

The Minister for Public Health, Wellbeing and the National Drugs Strategy, Hildegarde Naughton, and the Minister for Sport and Physical Education, Thomas Byrne, have launched the Get Ireland Walking strategy 2023-2027 and announced Healthy Ireland funding of €1.46 million to Sport Ireland for 2023. Get Ireland Walking was established in 2013 with the support of […]

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New Era of Athletics and Community Excellence Dawns in County Limerick

By Ryan Harmon 18 September 2023

A new era of sports and community excellence has dawned as Limerick celebrated the grand opening of the Limerick Regional Athletics Hub in Newcastle West, developed by Limerick City & County Council. This landmark facility is poised to become a beacon of athletic achievement and community engagement, setting the stage for a brighter, healthier future […]

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Fingal County Council and Cricket Leinster Launch of Cricket4All Guidelines

By Ryan Harmon 18 September 2023

A significant step towards inclusive cricket was achieved as the Mayor of Fingal, Councillor Adrian Henchy launched Cricket4All Guidelines. The Guidelines are the result of a collaborative effort between Fingal County Council and Cricket Leinster aimed at fostering inclusivity and intergenerational engagement within the sport of cricket. The Guidelines were developed

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Ireland Active Launches National Fitness Day 2023

By Ryan Harmon 14 September 2023

Ireland Active has announced the launch of National Fitness Day 2023, which will take place on the 28th of September this year. The event was launched at the Sport Ireland Campus with ambassadors Catherina McKiernan and Aoife O’Rourke joining Ireland Active CEO Karl Dunne in attendance. National Fitness Day, which is

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Experience the Thrill of the 2023 Dublin City Liffey Odyssey Event

By Ryan Harmon 12 September 2023

Dublin City Council and Dublin City Sport & Wellbeing Partnership (DCSWP) are delighted to launch the 2023 Dublin City Liffey Odyssey Event, which will take place on Sunday, 17 September 2023 @12pm. The Liffey Odyssey is a paddling event on the river Liffey starting on the outskirts of Dublin City and continuing through the heart […]

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Limerick’s 1973 Hurling Champions Reunite for New Exhibition ‘Limerick’s All-Ireland Glory 1887-2023’

By Ryan Harmon 11 September 2023

Limerick Museum, in collaboration with Limerick GAA, is excited to announce the official opening of ‘Limerick’s All-Ireland Glory 1887-2023’. This exhibition, curated by Dr. Matthew Potter, Curator of Limerick Museum, and Meadhbh Nolan from Limerick Libraries, pays tribute to the rich history of Limerick’s Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) and spotlights

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Celebrating Ireland and France Campaign Announced

By Ryan Harmon 11 September 2023

The Tánaiste, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Minister for Defence, Micheál Martin, and Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media, Catherine Martin, have launched a promotional and consular campaign to celebrate and deepen ties between Ireland and France to coincide with the Rugby World Cup. The campaign will include high-quality, digital and

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Sport Ireland Releases Latest Research On Physical Activity Among Children And Adults

By Ryan Harmon 1 September 2023

Sport Ireland, the authority responsible for the development of sport in Ireland, has released its latest research on physical activity among children and adults. The research, conducted in 2022 through the Children’s Sport Participation and Physical Activity Study (CSPPA) and the Irish Sports Monitor (ISM), provides valuable insights into post-pandemic sport

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Tánaiste Urges Fans to TravelWise Ahead of Rugby World Cup

By admin 18 August 2023

Tánaiste and Minister for Foreign Affairs, Micheál Martin, has issued advice for fans heading to France for the Rugby World Cup, reminding those travelling to ‘TravelWise’ and prepare in advance of their trip. To support fans travelling to the Rugby World Cup, the Department of Foreign Affairs has created a consular information leaflet providing key […]

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Code of Conduct Template for Irish Sports Launched

By Ryan Harmon 11 August 2023

Minister of State for Sport and Physical Education, Thomas Byrne TD, launched the national code of conduct template developed by Sport Ireland for Irish sports. In response to several high-profile incidents, Sport Ireland partnered with representatives from the Irish sports sector, including referees and officials, to develop a template for a code of conduct for sport

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Over 1,900 Clubs and Facilities to Benefit From €2.5m Investment in Sports Energy Support Scheme

By Ryan Harmon 8 August 2023

The Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media, Catherine Martin TD, and the Minister of State for Sport and Physical Education, Thomas Byrne TD, announced a €2.5 million investment under Phase II of the Sports Energy Support Scheme. This funding will provide support to over 1,900 clubs, community-led sports facilities, National Facilities and […]

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Official Opening of Mullaghmore Beach Access for All

By Ryan Harmon 26 July 2023

Sligo County Council, supported by the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth are delighted to announce the official opening of the Mullaghmore Beach Access For All. The works comprised of car park resurfacing which facilitated the addition of 4 new disabled car parking spaces. Upgrading works to the 125m path leading from the […]

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Cork City Council Installs Eleven New Outdoor Gyms

By Ryan Harmon 25 July 2023

Cork City Council, in association with Cork Sports Partnership and Cork Education and Training Board, are installing eleven new outdoor gyms in parks around the city. These clustered outdoor callisthenic gyms, with age friendly and accessible elements, have already proven popular at Tramore Valley Park, Harty’s Quay, and Ballincollig Regional Park. The new locations are:

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Four in a Row All-Ireland Hurling Champions to Receive Homecoming Celebration in Limerick City

By Ryan Harmon 24 July 2023

All-Ireland Senior Hurling Champions Limerick will be greeted by thousands of supporters when they take to the stage at Pery Square after they secured victory over Kilkenny in a thrilling encounter at Croke Park.  It will be a night to remember with a host of live music acts lined up to get the street party […]

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Fingal County Council Introduce BoxUp to Bring Sports Equipment to Everyone

By Ryan Harmon 21 July 2023

Fingal County Council is delighted to announce the installation of a pilot of BoxUp units to bring sports equipment to Skerries Community Centre and Rush South Beach. 8 of Sport Ireland’s Local Sports Partnerships (LSPs) are currently working with their respective Local Authorities to bring a new and innovative free equipment sharing solution to parks […]

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Watersports Inclusion Games Generates Record Crowd to Wexford Harbour

By Ryan Harmon 19 July 2023

More than 1,100 excursions were made on the Wexford water during the Watersports Inclusion Games, a wonderful initiative by Sailing Ireland. This is the fifth year of the games, which provided participants of varying abilities and disabilities with the opportunity to try Sailing, Canoeing, Kayaking, Rowing, Paddleboarding, Powerboating,

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Balbriggan Beach Welcomes Installation of New Volleyball Nets

By Ryan Harmon 17 July 2023

Balbriggan Beach is set to become a hub of sporting activity with the introduction of brand-new volleyball nets, a first for Fingal County Council. This exciting initiative will encourage community engagement, promote an active lifestyle, and support the growth of volleyball in the area. The installation of volleyball nets on Balbriggan Beach is a collaborative effort […]

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Sports Capital & Equipment Programme 2023 Announced

By Ryan Harmon 14 July 2023

The Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media, Catherine Martin TD, and the Minister of State for Sport and Physical Education, Thomas Byrne TD, announced that a new round of the Sports Capital and Equipment Programme (SCEP) 2023 will open for new applications from 17 July. The SCEP is the Government’s primary vehicle […]

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Morton Games International Athletics 2023

By Ryan Harmon 5 July 2023

Morton Games International Athletics 2023 was officially launched in the Morton Stadium Dublin. Morton Stadium has recently undergone a €3m refurbishment project led by Dublin City University which included the installation of a new Mondo track. Morton Games on July 14th will be the first major event to take place in the Stadium since completion […]

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World Cup Activity Book Aims to Get Children Reading

By Ryan Harmon 13 June 2023

Over 150,000 copies of a World Cup Activity Book will be distributed through libraries around the country to help get children reading and learning all about FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023. With the Ireland Women’s National Team set to make their major tournament debut at the World Cup in July, the curiosity of children will […]