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Chamber hosts post-budget briefing

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Pictured at the Killarney Chamber of Tourism & Commerce/OCKT Budget Briefing in Killarney on Wednesday were from left: Marcus Treacy Jnr (Killarney Park Hotel) Niamh O’Shea Lorna Larkin (Solicitor) Marcus Treacy (OCKT) and Mark Scally (Great Southern Killarney). Photo: Don MacMonagle

Local accountancy firm OCKT Ltd hosted a post-budget briefing on Wednesday.

Pictured at the Killarney Chamber of Tourism & Commerce/OCKT Budget Briefing in Killarney on Wednesday were Mike and Brian O'Shea from Brian James Menswear. Photo: Don MacMonagle

Mr Treacy outlined Minister O'Donoghue's Budget and how it would impact business people in Killarney at the Killarney Chamber of Tourism & Commerce/OCKT Budget Briefing on Wednesday. Photo: Don MacMonagle

At the Killarney Chamber of Tourism & Commerce/OCKT Budget Briefing on Wednesday were Anne McCarthy Sarah Treacy (OCKT) Cariosa Fleming and Sheena Cahill from The Gleneagle Hotel. Photo: Don MacMonagle

Pictured at the Killarney Chamber of Tourism & Commerce/OCKT Budget Briefing in Killarney on Wednesday were John O'Leary Tom Brosnan and Maria Moynihan. Photo: Don MacMonagle

Pictured at the Killarney Chamber of Tourism & Commerce/OCKT Budget Briefing in Killarney on Wednesday were Emma Phillips David Fleming and Marcella Doyle from Killarney. Photo: Don MacMonagle

Pictured at the Killarney Chamber of Tourism & Commerce/OCKT Budget Briefing in Killarney on Wednesday were: Mike Stack (Tricel) Aishling and Sinead Sheahan (Sheahan's Centra) Sarah Treacy (OCKT) and Joe Shannon (Manager AIB Killarney). Photo: Don MacMonagle

Pictured at the Killarney Chamber of Tourism & Commerce/OCKT Budget Briefing in Killarney on Wednesday were Billy O'Connor (Vodafone) with Patricia and John Healy from Healy Insurance. Photo: Don MacMonagle

Pictured at the Killarney Chamber of Tourism & Commerce/ OCKT Budget Briefing in Killarney on Wednesday were Marcus Treacy (OCKT Accountants) and from left: Betty MaSweeney. Dean Fitzgerald Sarah O'Keeffe Claire Leahy and Sarah Treacy. Mr. Treacy outlined Minister O'Donoghue's budget would impact business people in Killarney. Photo: Don MacMonagle

Pictured at the Killarney Chamber of Tourism & Commerce/OCKT Budget Briefing in Killarney on Wednesday were Marcus Treacy (OCKT Accountants) and Frank Shaw. Photo: Don MacMonagle

Niall Kelleher Chairperson of the Killarney Chamber of Tourism & Commerce and Marcus Treacy (OCKT) pictured at the Killarney Chamber of Tourism & Commerce/OCKT Budget Briefing on Wednesday. Photo: Don MacMonagle

Organised by the Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce, the lunchtime briefing kept local business people up to date following Tuesday’s Budget.

The briefing explained the main points from Budget 2023, and suggested some tax planning initiatives.

The event took place at the Peregrine Suite at the Killarney Park Hotel.

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X-Factor singer Ben Quinlan to launch new album in Newmarket

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Killarney singer and pianist Ben Quinlan is set to launch his latest Irish album with a special concert in Newmarket, County Cork, this August.

The former X Factor contestant and winner of Ireland’s Alternative Eurovision has titled the event “A Night to Remember.”

The concert will take place on Saturday, August 22, at An Cultúrlann, in his grandparents’ hometown.

Quinlan recently returned from a major international tour across the Netherlands with the Celtic Steps show.

His upcoming performance will feature a mix of traditional and modern Irish music, covering artists from Thomas Moore and the Wolfe Tones to Kingfishr.

The setlist will also include crooner classics from the likes of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and Michael Bublé.

“I’m launching my new album in my grandparents’ hometown and I’m hoping it will be a successful night,” said Quinlan, who performs professionally on the grand piano.
Doors at An Cultúrlann open at 7pm with the show starting at 8pm. Tickets are priced at €20 and the night will serve as the official launch for his new CD.

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Contactless payments launched on Local Link services

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Passengers using TFI Local Link Kerry services in Killarney and across the county can now pay for their journeys using contactless card payments.

The National Transport Authority (NTA) confirmed the rollout this week, allowing commuters to simply tap their debit card, credit card, or mobile devices, such as Apple Pay and Google Pa, when boarding.

The move is designed to offer more convenience for those using high-frequency rural and regional routes.

In Killarney, the new payment option will be available on the TFI Anseo town services, which have seen a significant increase in passenger numbers since their introduction.

The contactless system is currently available for single journey fares, while those using daily or weekly passes can continue to use the Leap website or the TFI Leap Top Up App.
Alan O’Connell, General Manager of TFI Local Link Kerry, welcomed the modernisation of the fleet.

“The introduction of contactless payments is another welcome step forward for public transport in Kerry,” he said. “It complements other major projects in the county, including the expansion of TFI Local Link services and the delivery of TFI Anseo in Killarney, which is proving to be another great initiative.”

While the new technology offers a modern alternative, traditional payment methods are not being phased out. Cash payments, TFI Leap cards, and Free Travel Cards all remains fully valid across the network.

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