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National award for O’Donoghue Ring Group

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Killarney-based hotel group the O’Donoghue Ring Collection, has been awarded the Operational Excellence in Hospitality, Tourism, and Leisure accolade at this year’s Operational Excellence Awards held in Dublin recently.

Presided over by a world-class judging panel drawn from the industry, academia and the broader stakeholder community, the annual Operational Excellence Awards aim to recognise and reward the individuals, teams and organisations who have made a commitment to achieving operational excellence and business transformation.

The O’Donoghue Ring Collection, whose impressive portfolio of hotels, apartments, bars and restaurants includes: Killarney Plaza Hotel & Spa; Killarney Towers Hotel & Leisure Centre; River Island Hotel; Killarney Avenue Hotel; The Tan Yard; Café du Parc and O’Donoghue Public House – received the Hospitality, Tourism & Leisure-focused award based on its use of “operational excellence as a critical driver to meet the demands of the sector and deliver value to its customers over the past 12 months.

“Hospitality, tourism and leisure is an incredibly dynamic and exciting sector to operate within. It’s a sector that refuses to stand still and constantly evolves to meet the ever-changing needs and desires of travellers and consumers. Our responsibility lies in constantly adjusting and refining our business practices to guarantee the highest levels of customer satisfaction,” said Brian Lawlor, Group General Manager of the family-run collection.

The award is the latest in a string of recognitions the O’Donoghue Ring Collection has received so far this year. The group began the year being certified as a “Great Place to Work” following positive feedback from almost 500 employees.

In February it was awarded Merits for three of its venues at the CIE Tours Annual Awards of Excellence, based on overwhelmingly positive responses to CIE’s customer surveys.

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Unique reflexology class welcomes four sets of twins

A highly unusual baby reflexology class is currently underway at the Killarney Sports & Leisure Centre, featuring four sets of twins. The four-week course, which commenced this week marks a […]

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A highly unusual baby reflexology class is currently underway at the Killarney Sports & Leisure Centre, featuring four sets of twins.

The four-week course, which commenced this week marks a rare occasion for the town as it is the first baby reflexology class in eight years to be made up entirely of twins.

Run by Una O’Donoghue of Reflexology Killarney, the weekly sessions are designed to provide a relaxed, social environment where new parents can connect with one another. Throughout the course, local mothers learn gentle reflexology techniques aimed at promoting bonding and supporting infants experiencing common issues like digestion difficulties and disrupted sleep.
Among those taking part in the unique July sessions are mothers Áine Cahill with her twins Páidí and Éabha, Tracey Cremin with her twins April and Noah, Miranda O’Shea with her twins Nora and Hailey, and Eileen Cooper with her twins Caoimhe and Odhran. The classes will continue at the Killarney Sports & Leisure Centre through mid-July.

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Musical Society announces production team for 2027 show ‘Sister Act’

Killarney Musical Society has officially unveiled its star-studded production team for its highly anticipated spring 2027 staging of the hit musical Sister Act. The production will run from March 20 […]

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Killarney Musical Society has officially unveiled its star-studded production team for its highly anticipated spring 2027 staging of the hit musical Sister Act.

The production will run from March 20 to 4 next year at the Gleneagle Arena, with details regarding upcoming auditions and ticket sales expected to be announced shortly.
Award-winning director Oliver Hurley, owner of the Oliver Hurley School of Musical Theatre, returns to take the helm for what will be his 16th production with the society.
Joining the team for the first time is choreographer Barbara Meany, who was recently awarded Best Choreographer (Gilbert Section) at the prestigious Association of Irish Musical Societies (AIMS) awards.
Returning to lead the musical department is Jimmy Brockie, marking his fourth show as Musical Director for the society. Brockie will collaborate with a full live orchestra every night. Working alongside him is Sorcha O’Connor, who returns as Choral Mistress to rehearse and develop the vocal performances of the cast.
Newly appointed Public Relations Officer (PRO) for Killarney Musical Society, Lisa Campbell said:
“With such a talented production team secured, everyone at Killarney Musical Society is incredibly excited to begin work on Sister Act. We are looking forward to bringing this uplifting, hilarious, and high-energy show to local audiences at the Gleneagle Arena in March 2027.”

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