Milky Way image wins Camera Club award

Killarney Camera Club recently held its “Long Exposure” themed competition, showcasing techniques that allow camera sensors to capture light and detail beyond the capability of the human eye.

The top honours in the Novice Category went to Maryann Heidtke for her stunning photograph, “Starry Starry Night”. The image was captured in the Quiver Tree Forest near Keetmanshoop in Namibia, a location renowned for its exceptionally dark skies.

Speaking about the achievement, Maryann explained that it was her first attempt at Milky Way photography. She noted that the orange glow visible in the shot was not light pollution but rather natural atmospheric phenomena like airglow and zodiacal light, which become visible during long exposures in dry, dark environments.

After several years based in Kenmare, the Kingdom Veteran Vintage & Classic Car Club (KVVCCC) has announced it is returning to its roots in Killarney.

The club’s flagship event, the 47th annual PJ O’Riordan Ring of Kerry Run, will be based at the Castlerosse Park Resort Hotel from April 24 to 26.

The move to the Castlerosse is a significant homecoming for the club. It was at this very venue in 1979 that the late Tom Twohill suggested to the late PJ O’Riordan that there was enough local interest to form a dedicated vintage car club for Kerry.

This year’s run is scheduled slightly earlier in the season than usual.

The main event takes place on Saturday, 25 April, with pre-registration and the collection of run packs at the hotel starting from 9.30 am.

The convoy of vintage and classic vehicles is scheduled to depart sharp at 11.00 am for the drive around the Ring of Kerry.

Following the day’s driving, a dinner dance with live music will be held at the hotel starting at 7.30 pm.

The weekend concludes on Sunday, 26 April, as the “vintage family” departs the hotel at 11.30 am to begin their journeys home.

Full route details and designated stops will be provided to all entrants in their official run packs.