New Ballina Sports Hub for all the community

Fri, Jun 23, 2023

Following the success of its two community sports hubs in Ballyhaunis and Ballinrobe, Mayo Sports Partnership has successfully secured funding for a third Community Sports and Physical Activity Hub - in Ballina - that will seek to promote sports activities for all, outside of the traditional GAA football, hurling and rugby activities.

The new Ballina Sports Hub Co-ordinator, Pat O'Brien, told members of Ballina MD at their meeting on Wednesday: "This is a five-year plan for developing a community sports network. I will be organising four annual meetings of all clubs and sports to come together and see how we can progress. It is up to each club to say what they need; we don’t have huge capital funding but there is a lot available for training.

How to access the hidden jobs market

Thu, Jun 22, 2023

Are you tired of scouring job boards and coming up empty handed? The hidden jobs market may be just what you need to land something to really rock your boat.

Ireland’s SMEs can lead the climate revolution by embracing greener economy, MEP Walsh tells PorterShed a Dó event

Thu, Jun 22, 2023

The European Green Deal, according to Walsh, will enable businesses to transform themselves for a low carbon and sustainable future.

Ireland’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs) have the opportunity to embrace a greener economy and be at the forefront of the climate revolution. That was the message delivered by Midlands-North-West MEP Maria Walsh, when she addressed last week’s Backing Business Workshop in Galway. The Fine Gael MEP hosted the event at PorterShed a Dó in the City, focusing on how sustainability and decarbonisation can help small businesses to transition into a greener economy.

New partnership creates pathway for young females in STEM

Thu, Jun 15, 2023

Fidelity Investments and University of Galway have launched a new partnership to inspire more females to study science, technology, engineering and maths.

Greener economy workshop with MEP

Thu, Jun 15, 2023

MEP Maria Walsh will host a special Backing Business Workshop in Galway tomorrow morning.

Why a pay cut may be just the tonic

Thu, Jun 15, 2023

Q: I’ve been offered a better job but there is a pay cut involved. I’m tempted. People might think me crazy. Should I take it? (DF, email).

Top honour for University of Galway professor

Thu, Jun 15, 2023

Athenry native Gerard Flaherty has become the first Irish person to lead the International Society of Travel Medicine.

Gerard Flaherty, who is professor of Travel Medicine and International Health at University of Galway, has become the 17th president of (ISTM) at the society’s biennial conference in Basel, Switzerland.

Hennelly Finance earns national business award

Thu, Jun 15, 2023

Hennelly Finance earns national business awardHennelly Finance has been named All-Star Health Insurance Broker 2023 by the All-Ireland Business Foundation (AIBF).

Galway awardees granted project funding under new N-TUTORR programme

Thu, Jun 08, 2023

Awardees from Galway are members of teams granted project funding under the new ‘N-TUTORR—Transforming Learning’ initiative for Ireland’s Technological Universities sector.

CTL Tástáil Teo launches new wind energy project

Thu, Jun 08, 2023

Composites Testing Laboratory (CTL) is an accredited testing laboratory for advanced composite materials, based in Inverin, in Connemara. In partnership with University of Galway, the SME has launched the new project HAWK: Hibernian Airborne Wind Energy Kites, funded by the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) and featuring contributions from project collaborators Zero Nexus, TU Delft and Airborne Wind Europe.

Airborne Wind Energy (AWE) uses kites or drones that are tethered to the ground to generate electricity. There is a diverse set of challenges facing the adoption of AWE technology, including product safety/regulation, technology feasibility, and developing effective supply chains.

The Kings Head wins Family Run Business of the Year award

Thu, Jun 08, 2023

The King’s Head has won Family Run Business of the Year at the 2023 Irish Women’s Awards. This event is dedicated to celebrating the extraordinary accomplishments of women in Ireland, and Mary Grealish was honoured at the 3rd edition of the Awards held in Dublin.

15 tips to make a strong return to your old career

Thu, Jun 08, 2023

Q: I’m thinking seriously about returning to my old career. I’ve been doing something else for the last 20 years and I miss what I did previously. It’s time to go back to the future, I feel. What do I need to look out for? (IK, email).

A: Deciding to return to an old career requires strategic thinking. I’ve changed careers a number of times in my life – and while it can be invigorating, it doesn’t come without its challenges. Faraway hills, and all of that.

Galway businesses encouraged to avail of new energy efficiency grant

Thu, Jun 08, 2023

Small businesses across Galway city and county are being encouraged to check their eligibility for a new support that could help them reduce their energy output. The Energy Efficiency Grant to aid small businesses on their sustainability journey was announced last week by Simon Coveney, T.D. Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment.

AtlanTec Festival – itag Digital Women’s Forum hosts dynamic unconference on equity of opportunity

Thu, Jun 01, 2023

itag’s Digital Women Forum, a leading community-driven forum dedicated to empowering women in the technology industry, successfully hosted an engaging and thought-provoking event on the topic of Equity of Opportunity. The event took place in the Victoria Hotel May 11 and used innovative and collaborative unconference techniques to foster inclusive discussions and drive meaningful outcomes.

The event brought together a diverse group of professional and tech enthusiasts, industry experts, and advocates, all passionate about creating a more equitable landscape for a diverse workforce. Taryn Schuller, Cloud Senior Software Lead, Avaya said, “The unconference format, known for its participant-driven and interactive nature, allowed attendees to shape the discussions based on their interests and expertise on the very important subject of equity of opportunity”.

Galway's JourneyQuote.com wins UK Business Excellence Award

Thu, Jun 01, 2023

JourneyQuote.com, a new technology start-up based in Galway, launched its independent online road travel platform in December 2022, a one-stop marketplace that enables bus and coach companies to interact directly with passenger groups to arrange and secure transport.

Global ambition – New era for West of Ireland’s scaling technology firms with launch of Platform94

Thu, Jun 01, 2023

Galway Technology Centre (GTC) has, today, announced a major rebrand and shift in direction, with the launch of its new vision and regional remit as Platform94. Unveiled at a ceremony in The Connacht Hotel, in Galway City, last week Platform94 will move beyond a physical location in Galway, supporting businesses across the West and delivering scaling expertise for firms in Mayo, Roscommon and Galway.

­Through the glass darkly

Thu, May 25, 2023

In the English city of Norwich, if you go to the outskirts of the city, you will find the small church of St Julian. I have just finished reading a new novel by Claire called I, Julian, a beautifully written imagining of the life and times of this celebrated English mystic.

Key appointments at Ashford Castle

Thu, May 25, 2023

Ashford Castle, one of Ireland’s most prestigious, award-winning hotels has announced the appointment of Regina O’Donoghue as the property’s new Director of Marketing and Revenue and Shane Brett as Director of Sales.

Regina O’Donoghue joined Ashford Castle 18 years ago as a groups’ coordinator. A lifelong hotel industry professional, Regina was promoted to the position of sales office manager in 2017, with a remit that extended to the Castle’s sales and marketing functions. Her experience and expertise in these areas have resulted in her most recent senior promotion that has been warmly welcomed by Regina’s many colleagues on the Ashford estate.

Changing the Game, Connecting the Future

Thu, May 25, 2023

The AtlanTec Festival recently held its highly anticipated Sports Tech Event, hosted by iHub at ATU on May 12. The event proved to be a resounding success, bringing together sports enthusiasts, industry professionals, and technology enthusiasts eager to explore the latest developments in Sports Technology.

Fancy being a TV star?

Thu, May 25, 2023

TG4 welcomes applicants who are interested in being on their presenter’s panel. This is a wonderful opportunity for anyone interested in presenting the weather and continuity on television. Those applying to be on the TG4 panel would need to be fluent as Gaeilge and have an excellent standard of written Irish. No presenting experience is required as training will be provided.

To apply to be on the panel please send a one minute video clip describing yourself, along with a CV to: [email protected]. Please apply before or on June 8 2023.

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