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Newly opened Island of Geese site “a very special day for Tralee”

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The Island of Geese site in Tralee town centre has opened to the public for the first time today (Tuesday).

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The recently completed public realm space which incorporates a contemporary landscaped urban design within the 2.3-acre site has been developed by Kerry County Council. The new amenity improves accessibility in the town centre and is adjacent to three urban opportunity sites.

Opening the public realm element of the Island of Geese marks the completion of this phase of the sustainable regeneration of the old brownfield site (formerly the site of the Denny Bacon Factory) as a multi-purpose, office, residential and community orientated mixed -development in the heart of the town centre.

The Island of Geese, Tralee Town Centre West, Urban Development Programme has been Part-Funded by the European Regional Development Fund as a Sustainable Urban Development Priority of the S&E Regional Programme 2014 – 2020 and Kerry County Council, The Department of Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media and the Department of Transport with the support of Kerry Group. The project aims to revitalise, regenerate, and improve the urban environment in the designated urban centre of Tralee as part of an integrated urban strategy.

Mayor of Tralee, Cllr Mikey Sheehy hailed the opening of the public space at the Island of Geese as "a very special day for Tralee".

"For months now, passers-by and local residents have watched as the Island of Geese site begins to take shape. The new linear park opens up this side of the town with improved pedestrian access for locals and visitors alike and has transformed the connection between the Balloonagh/Bon Secours Hospital area and the surrounding areas with the town centre. The remainder of the site now offers considerable opportunities for investment and the wider economic development of Tralee town centre," he said.

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Fossa Climate Action Group to host waterways walk

Fossa Climate Action Group will host a walk to the waterways of Killarney this Saturday, , at 11:00 am. The walk will be led by Blathnaid O’Loughlin, the Community Water […]

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Fossa Climate Action Group will host a walk to the waterways of Killarney this Saturday, , at 11:00 am.

The walk will be led by Blathnaid O’Loughlin, the Community Water Officer for Kerry County Council’s Local Authority Waters Programme (LAWPRO).
Participants will learn about the health of natural streams in Fossa. The event will include a Citizen Science demonstration to assess water health and a discussion on individual and community actions to protect and improve local water quality.
Numbers for the walk are limited to 20 people.
Those interested in attending should contact Paul O’Raw of the Fossa Climate Action Group at 087 231 7204 to book a place.

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Killarney Valley AC launches athlete support programme

Killarney Valley Athletic Club has announced the launch of its Elite Athlete Support Programme. This new initiative aims to provide assistance to the club’s top-level athletes as they strive for […]

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Killarney Valley Athletic Club has announced the launch of its Elite Athlete Support Programme.

This new initiative aims to provide assistance to the club’s top-level athletes as they strive for excellence at national and international competitions.
The programme offers a clear pathway for young athletes within the club, from juvenile level to the international stage, demonstrating that progression to a global level is achievable with support and recognition.
Financial support will be available for international travel costs to eligible athletes aged Under 17 to Senior who are trending towards or have achieved international selection, pursuing scholarships abroad, committed to representing KVAC in team events, and willing to mentor and contribute to club development.
Killarney Valley AC athletes who believe they meet the criteria and have upcoming international competitions are encouraged to contact their club coach for an application form. The club states this initiative will empower its athletes to pursue the highest levels in athletics.

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