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Killarney golfers to represent Ireland in Rome

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Local golfers Jack Buckley and Donie MacSweeney have been announced as champions of the 2022 Audi Ireland quattro Cup.

The winning team topped the leader board at the national final, held last week, on the Mahony Point course at Killarney Golf & Fishing Club.

The pair, qualifiers from the Audi Cork regional event, completed the incredibly competitive course in mixed weather conditions. They achieved a final score of 50 points, to claim the win finishing ahead of second placed John Darby and Pat Ward, qualifiers from the Audi Galway, Audi Sligo and Audi Ballina regional event who totalled a points score of 45. Audi Limerick qualifiers Brian McGrath and David McGrath claimed third place with 44 points.

In total, 96 golfers in 48 teams took part in this year’s Audi Ireland quattro Cup National final, the first since 2019. Following the day’s golfing, guests attended a Gala dinner and prize giving ceremony at the 5 star Europe Hotel & Resort and were treated to an interesting panel discussion hosted by broadcaster Joe Molloy featuring Audi Galway brand ambassador and Galway GAA star, Shane Walsh.

The winners will now start their preparations for the 32nd Audi quattro Cup World final which will be held at the Marco Simone Golf & Country Club in Rome from October 9-13, the host course of the 2023 Ryder Cup.
The Audi Ireland champions will tee off against finalists from 38 participant countries to compete for the title of Audi quattro Cup world champions.

“On behalf of Audi Ireland we would like to congratulate Jack and Donie on their fantastic victory at this year’s Audi Ireland National quattro Cup final, a great event all round. We are looking forward to supporting Jack and Donie as they represent Audi Ireland at the World Final in Rome next month. The quattro Cup is a unique offering for Audi customers and this week we were delighted to host all of our regional qualifiers and our dealers in the beautiful surrounds of Killarney Golf & Fishing Club, followed by a spectacular evening in the Europe Hotel & Resort,” said Damien O’Sullivan, Director, Audi Ireland.

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Cycling Club takes reins for annual Christmas Day Dip

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The annual Christmas Day Dip at Dundag, Muckross Lake, is set to continue its tradition this year under new management, with the event scheduled for 11.00 am on Christmas morning.

This year, Killarney Cycling Club is taking over the organisation of the charity dip, with assistance from Killarney Triathlon Club.

The event will raise funds for the charity Aware, which marks 40 years of supporting people with depression, bipolar disorder, and anxiety.


For the past 16 years, Nikki and David McCarthy have successfully organised the popular dip, raising over €70,000 for the charity.

Aware provides essential support services to individuals experiencing depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, and their concerned loved ones.


The dip officially begins with the annual ‘loud hailer’ countdown at 11:00 am on Christmas morning. Attendees are advised to park in the designated car parks at the Arboretum or Muckross House car park well in advance of the set time.


Donations can be made online at https://www.aware.ie/donate/. For further information, contact Fiona O’Donoghue at 085 7897725.

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Gaelscoil Faithleann festive carol service

The Church of the Resurrection was filled with festive cheer as the pupils of Gaelscoil Faithleann gathered for their annual Christmas Carol service. Approximately 240 children from the school participated […]

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The Church of the Resurrection was filled with festive cheer as the pupils of Gaelscoil Faithleann gathered for their annual Christmas Carol service.

Approximately 240 children from the school participated in the service, which featured a Nativity and a selection of traditional carols. The performance focused on the true meaning of the Christmas season, with Rang 1 students re-enacting the Nativity scene, taking on the roles of Mary, Joseph, angels, shepherds, and Kings.
The evening featured carols performed predominantly ‘as Gaeilge’, with a selection of English carols also included. Musical accompaniment was provided by múinteoirí Máire and Daniel on the keyboard and guitar.
Principal Lisa Ní Iarlaithe, expressed her gratitude to the school chaplain, Fr. Joe Begley, for his ongoing commitment to the school. She also thanked the staff members and the wider school community for their hard work and participation in making the evening a success.

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