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Kerry Airport to celebrate 50th anniversary

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Confirmation of seven routes for 2020, a new-look website and a charity partner to underline plans to reach out to communities more throughout the Kingdom are among Kerry Airport’s key plans as it celebrates its 50th anniversary.

Kerry Airport, which contributes approximately €9.5 million to the local economy each year, was officially opened on Saturday, August 30, 1969 by the then Minister for Transport and Power, Brian Lenihan TD - and 50 years on the vision of its founding fathers has been realised in the shape of a successful and respected international airport.

Half a century on from that historic occasion, modern passengers will be delighted to learn that Ryanair will continue to serve Kerry with flights to Berlin and Frankfurt Hahn in Germany, London Luton and Stansted in the UK and, to the delight of sun-seekers, Alicante and Faro in 2020.

“Over the next 12 months, as Kerry Airport celebrates its 50th anniversary, we will honour past accomplishments and ensure the airport’s continued success and contribution to the community of Kerry and the wider region,” CEO of Kerry Airport, John Mulhern, said.

Another key development moving forward, to the benefit of passengers travelling in and out of Kerry and the hospitality sector in the county, is the development of the new-look and easy to navigate airport website - www.kerryairport.ie.

Kerry Airport and Pieta House will team-up in the coming months to launch the 2020 Darkness Into Light Walks in Kerry as well as other events that will raise funds for and awareness of the great work being done by the volunteers and friends of Pieta.

Commenting on the partnership, Elaine Austin, CEO of Pieta House, said that they are very privileged to be part of Kerry Airport’s vision and next phase of growth to support people and communities in crisis – those at risk of suicide, engaging in self harm, or those bereaved by suicide to replace this with hope, self-care and acceptance.

"One in seven adults have experienced mental health issues in the last 12 months and it costs approximately €1,000 to bring one person through our services each year so community fundraising is vital to sustain the level of care needed," she said.

"Our annual ‘Darkness into Light’ events and current ‘FeelGood with Pieta’ campaign aims to raise vital funds for these services to make it easy for people to ask for and to get the help they need, to make a difference in their lives, to feel better. At its heart, Pieta is about working with people to lift levels of suicidal ideation, to help them bring hope back into their lives and to improve their levels of self-care, and support people and families that have been impacted by the loss of a loved one by suicide.”

 

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Killarney Coffee Cup project is still ongoing

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While several participants remain committed to the Killarney Coffee Cup Project, many businesses in the town have withdrawn from the initiative posing significant challenges for the project.

Once non-participating outlets enter the market, many customers revert to convenience and single-use cups.

As a result of this, small businesses also revert to single-use cups to compete with competition.

Organisers of the project say that without universal rules, convenience wins, and single-use cups will end up in general waste which undermines the national waste reduction goals.

Johnny Maguire, co-president of Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce, said it is disappointing that the government are unwilling to move forward with the latte levy legislation.

He said: “The project showed that businesses and consumers were willing to adapt their behaviours with the right incentives. We proved that the latte levy, which had been promised by government, would work.”

Despite the withdrawals, the project continues with the support of Kerry County Council, Killarney Chamber of Tourism & Commerce, the NPWS, Failte Ireland, local hoteliers, local businesses and the wider Killarney community.

Since its launch, there has been positive outcomes.

There has been a reduction in litter and single-use waste, which saves an estimated 18 tonnes of waste annually.

There has been interest from 35 towns across Ireland who are eager to replicate the model in their own communities.

The Killarney Coffee Cup Project remains committed to reducing waste and inspiring change locally however they warn that lasting impact requires leadership and policy support.

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Toastmasters to hold open night

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Killarney Toastmasters is hosting an open night on October 14 to provide an opportunity for members of the public to discover what the club is all about.


It’s for anyone that is interested in public speaking, building confidence and learning effective communication.


The event will take place at the Dromhall Hotel and it’s free to attend. Light refreshments will also be provided.


Killarney Toastmasters provides a supportive learning environment where members develop skills in communication, leadership, confidence, critical thinking, time management, and active listening.


The club aims to assist members in preparing for presentations, boosting interview confidence, or improving communication skills.


Attendees will have the opportunity to see how a typical Toastmasters meeting works and hear from current members.


Selma Dineen, Club President, says the open night is a great way to experience what the club has to offer.

She explains that while people think Toastmasters is about giving formal speeches, it’s really about confidence.

She said: “It’s about speaking up in meetings, giving a wedding toast, interviewing for a job or simply holding your own in a conversation.”

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