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Killarney native among winners at Bloom
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TWO bloom Medals, including a Best in Show Award, have been awarded to garden designers and floral artists from Kerry at the prestigious Bloom flower and food festival in the Phoenix Park, Dublin.
Killarney native Tricia Harris has been awarded a silver medal for her show garden ‘A Space to Collaborate’ created with architect Seamus Furlong. ‘A Space to Collaborate’ is an urban garden which is located adjacent to the home of a maker. It is a creative sanctuary which is focussed on its inhabitants and the interaction that is fostered through collaboration. The built structure represents home and the authentic connections and personal bonds that we develop. Seating areas offer a relaxing social space were experiences can be shared and ideas explored.
Overhead wooden structures represent the fluid nature of the crossover between work and social and the connections being made. A corner workspace affords and opportunity for these concepts to be brought to fruition. This creative process mirrors the life cycle of the planting throughout the garden, which acts as the glue to bring the elements together and the garden to life, softening the built lines and providing the inhabitant with a multi-sensory experience.
Trish Harris is a furniture designer creating unique, contemporary, design-led furniture who trained in the renowned National Centre of Excellence for Furniture Design and Wood Technology at GMIT Letterfrack.
Additionally, Caherciveen-based company Kells Bay Gardens was awarded Best Nursery. Bord Bia announced the details of all award winners as the gates opened this morning on the annual five-day event, which runs until Monday.
Above: Garden designers Tricia Harris and Seamus Furlong or A Space to Collaborate.
Picture: Johnny Bambury/Fennell Photography
CCTV system moves closer to tender
Plans for a long-awaited community-based CCTV system in Killarney town centre have taken a major step forward, with Kerry County Council expected to publish a tender for the project in the coming weeks.
The local authority confirmed that significant groundwork has now been completed, including obtaining approval from An Garda Síochána, completing a Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA), and finalising technical specifications.
The progress follows an official response in Dáil Éireann to a Parliamentary Question raised by Kerry TD Michael Cahill, who has repeatedly pressed the Minister for Justice and local officials for updates on the long-delayed scheme.
The introduction of modern CCTV is strongly supported by local businesses, residents, and the Killarney Chamber of Tourism & Commerce to help deter criminal activity and support Garda policing.
Once the tender process is completed, the installation will move ahead under updated national guidelines for community CCTV schemes.
St Brendan’s College student Franciszek (Frank) Jakubowski has claimed a title on the national martial arts stage after winning a gold medal and championship belt at NAGA Ireland, one of the country’s premier Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu competitions.
The 17-year-old Killarney resident fought through five matches to secure first place in his category at the event. The Fifth Year student trains locally at BJJ Killarney under coach Wilson, who guides his daily skill development. He also credits his older brother Filip, who competes in Cork, for helping him fine-tune his technique, prepare for tournaments, and support his athletic journey.
Jakubowski is a regular competitor on the Irish and international circuit, having built up a strong record across major events. Along with his latest NAGA Ireland belt and gold medal, his recent achievements include two gold medals and a silver medal at the Irish Open, four gold medals at the Grapple Series, and a gold and silver medal performance at the Ground Game Cup in Suwałki.
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