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Coffee cup waste significantly reduced – but more to be done

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A recent survey conducted by the Clean Technology Centre at Munster Technological University revealed that Killarney's streets are significantly cleaner when it comes to coffee cup litter.

The survey found that only 3.8% of the weight of street litter in Killarney's bins is made up of single-use coffee cups, a stark contrast to Dingle and Kenmare, which recorded 8.8% and 6.2%, respectively.
This achievement is a testament to the collective efforts of the local community, businesses, and environmental advocates.
While the results are encouraging, the survey also highlighted that there is still room for improvement.
Coffee cups from Irish and multinational chains, as well as a few non-participating local outlets, continue to contribute to the waste stream.
“While the results are encouraging, they also indicate that there is still more work to be done. The presence of coffee cup waste in Killarney, even at a reduced level, suggests that not all businesses or consumers have embraced the shift towards sustainable practices,” said Louise Byrne, Sustainability Manager The Killarney Park and The Ross Hotels.

 

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Jordan F1 car to go on show in Millstreet

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Millstreet Vintage Club Model Show, taking place on Sunday, October 12, will feature a Jordan EJ11 Formula 1 car.


The show, which is being held at the K&L Warehouse in Millstreet (P51 X683), will showcase the car used by the Jordan Grand Prix team during the 2001 Formula 1 season.
The Jordan EJ11 was driven by Heinz-Harald Frentzen, Jarno Trulli, and Jean Alesi.
The event runs from 10:30am to 5:30pm, with all proceeds going to Hollymount School.
Entry fee is €10 for adults, and children are free. The show will have 90,000 square meters of display area, parking, and indoor and outdoor displays. Models on show will include cars, tractors, trucks, and aeroplanes. A Lego play area will also be available for children.
For further details, contact Donie Lucey on 086 8545873.

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Focus Ireland submits amended plans for housing development

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Focus Housing Association CLG, the housing arm of Focus Ireland, has lodged a fresh planning application with Kerry County Council seeking amendments to an already approved housing scheme at Woodlands Industrial Estate, Killarney Bypass Road.

Focus Ireland submits amended plans for housing development


Permission was originally granted under reference 21/205 for 67 residential units on the site. The revised application keeps the total number of homes at 67 but proposes several changes to the design and layout.
The basement would be reconfigured to include water and attenuation tanks, a lift pit and an ESB substation. On the ground floor, bicycle parking would increase to 136 spaces and the bin storage area would be altered. Car parking would reduce from 80 to 74 spaces, still providing four accessible bays.
The amount of communal open space would drop from 719 square metres to 375 square metres following the removal of a roof terrace. Internal layouts and circulation on each floor would also change, with a proposed mix of 33 one-bedroom and 34 two-bedroom units.
According to the application, the total gross floor area of the development would increase by around 871.5 square metres. Kerry County Council will now consider the amended plans.

Focus Ireland submits amended plans for housing development


Focus Housing Association CLG, the housing arm of Focus Ireland, has lodged a fresh planning application with Kerry County Council seeking amendments to an already approved housing scheme at Woodlands Industrial Estate, Killarney Bypass Road.


Permission was originally granted under reference 21/205 for 67 residential units on the site. The revised application keeps the total number of homes at 67 but proposes several changes to the design and layout.
The basement would be reconfigured to include water and attenuation tanks, a lift pit and an ESB substation. On the ground floor, bicycle parking would increase to 136 spaces and the bin storage area would be altered. Car parking would reduce from 80 to 74 spaces, still providing four accessible bays.
The amount of communal open space would drop from 719 square metres to 375 square metres following the removal of a roof terrace. Internal layouts and circulation on each floor would also change, with a proposed mix of 33 one-bedroom and 34 two-bedroom units.
According to the application, the total gross floor area of the development would increase by around 871.5 square metres. Kerry County Council will now consider the amended plans.

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