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Pupils’ GOAL is to help those in need

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By Michelle Crean

Their GOAL on Friday was to help those in need around the world - and they did just that by donning their favourite jerseys.

One school who got in on the act to raise funds for humanitarian aid agency GOAL was Coolick NS in Kilcummin.

The pupils and staff did their bit by ditching the usual school gear for the day and €250 funds raised will now help the aid agency to fund their life-saving work with vulnerable communities all over the world.

"We are a four-teacher school in Coolick, Kilcummin with just over one hundred pupils," teacher Fiona McSweeney told the Killarney Advertiser.

"We have been taking part in GOAL Jersey Day since October 2020. We had seen Jersey Day as an opportunity to bring the whole school and pre-school together to support a worthy cause especially in a time of crisis, in the midst of COVID pandemic. Jersey Day brought awareness to global issues and with that gave the pupils an opportunity to support those in most need. Sport is a huge part of our school and the pupils love wearing their jerseys each year," she added.

Funds raised from GOAL Jersey Day will go towards the agency's life changing work in emergency response, health, nutrition, and livelihoods in 15 countries. Last year alone, GOAL reached more than 18.5 million people with life-changing support in Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, and more recently in Ukraine, with humanitarian aid being delivered to people impact by the ongoing conflict.

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Killarney Pumpkin Farm returns for Halloween

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The annual event is in its sixth year and caters to people of all ages.

The farm is located in Headford; it is open every weekend for the month of October and the week of Halloween.

From pumpkin patches and cornflower mazes to witches and potions, there is something for everyone at the farm.

The eleven77 bus provides cosy comfort food and there are resident Alpacas on the farm.

Roam around the haunted cottage, enjoy storytelling with the Seanchai and explore the pretty pumpkin pixie village.

Pre-booking is essential, and tickets are available on the Killarney Pumpkin Farm’s website. It promises to be a jam-packed day of fun with the entire family.

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Killarney Toastmasters host special open night

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Killarney Toastmasters is inviting members of the local community to an open night at the Dromhall Hotel on Muckross Road this Tuesday evening at 7.30pm.

The event aims to help adults improve public speaking skills, whether preparing for workplace presentations, wedding toasts, or everyday conversations.

Guests can attend without any pressure or obligation to speak on the night.


For over two decades, the local club has provided a structured space for members to build confidence, practice impromptu speaking, and develop leadership attributes through constructive feedback and group exercises.


Club President Nikolina Tijardovic highlighted the broader personal benefits of joining the organization, noting that meetings are grounded in encouragement and mutual respect so members can progress at their own pace.


Admission to the open night is free for all visitors. Further information is available by contacting Anthony Walsh on 085 7314505, emailing president-590632@toastmastersclubs.org, or visiting the Killarney Toastmasters Facebook page.

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