By Michelle Crean

It was no small project planting 2,000 bulbs but that's exactly what dedicated students did this week to help with the town's biodiversity plans.

AWARNESS: Jason Higgins John Fuller and John Ivory from Killarney Lions Club planting bulbs with students from St. Brigid’s Presentation

Transition Years from Killarney’s three secondary schools St Brigid’s, Killarney Community College and St Brendan’s College, planted the bulbs in a joint initiative with Killarney Lions Club supported by Kerry County Council in Maurice O’Donoghue Park near the River Flesk just outside town.

The project is aimed at raising awareness of the importance of biodiversity, and encouraging everyone to think about how they could contribute to Killarney’s world-famous natural heritage. It is the third time that Killarney Lions Club and Kerry County Council have collaborated on an environmental project in the Killarney area.

“We know how much work our local schools are putting in to raise environmental awareness and saw a good opportunity to work with them and take action in a way that benefits everyone in the community," President of Killarney Lions Club, Denis Doolan, said.

"It was also great to work with Kerry County Council again, whose support has been fantastic, and we are all looking forward to seeing the results of our efforts in spring.”

Matthew Farrell, Killarney Municipal District Officer at Kerry County Council, added “the value of this project goes well beyond the planting of 2,000 bulbs, which will really enhance the visual appeal of the town, but adds to the biodiversity and environmental efforts of Kerry County Council and other stakeholders across Killarney and the county".

"Well done to all involved, especially the students, for taking on this work for the benefit of all.”