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Kerry hotel first in Ireland to install Tesla car chargers
Ballygarry Estate Hotel and Spa in Tralee is the first Irish hotel to have a Tesla Supercharging Station on site.
After a collaboration with the world leaders in Electric Vehicles (EV’s), the management agreed a 10 year deal.
The superchargers are the world’s fastest electric vehicle charging available, of which there are only five in Ireland. They can charge an EV to full battery in 45 minutes in comparison to a domestic charging facility which can take up to 12 hours.
“This partnership aligns perfectly with our values around sustainability and our shift towards Ballygarry Estate," Thys Vogels, Hotel Manager, said.
"We are delighted to partner with Tesla and be a market leader with regard to EV charging. There is a quantum shift to EV’s and we are in the process of changing one full car park over to this. Tesla drivers align demographically with what Ballygarry has to offer. In addition to this we are already seeing the benefits with guests dining whilst charging as this new station which saw EV owners park their car and grab a quick bite of lunch before embarking on their next journey.”
RTÉ News appoints new Cork and Kerry reporter
RTÉ News has announced that Barry Gallagher will take up the role of regional news journalist for Cork, Kerry, and the wider Southern region starting this August.
Gallagher will work alongside RTÉ News’ Southern Editor Paschal Sheehy, reporting across television, radio, online, and social media platforms. He succeeds veteran broadcaster Jennie O’Sullivan, who retired in May following a 25-year reporting career with RTÉ in the region.
Gallagher joined RTÉ in 2023 as a presenter for news2day before moving on to report across flagship programs, including the Six One News, Nine O’Clock News, and Morning Ireland. His coverage has spanned major national stories, including the 2024 Olympic Games, All-Ireland Hurling Finals, and Storm Chandra.
Originally from Gartan, County Donegal, Gallagher studied journalism at D
TV presenter Frankie Foster named honorary Kerryman
Racing TV’s Frankie Foster made his debut at Killarney Racecourse during the July Festival, broadcasting the event to hundreds of thousands of online viewers.
Operating across Thursday and Friday with his signature orange microphone, the London-based presenter interviewed racegoers and highlighted the course’s scenic backdrop across social media platforms.
In recognition of his promotion of the festival, Killarney Racecourse official Brendan Fuller presented Foster with an official Kerry GAA jersey signed by goalkeeper Shane Murphy, declaring him an honorary Kerryman.
RTÉ News appoints new Cork and Kerry reporter
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TV presenter Frankie Foster named honorary Kerryman
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