Connect with us

News

Wander Wild festival wants us to go green this Black Friday

Published

on

0267665_Copy_of_Irish_Red_Deer_Sunset.jpg

Wander Wild, Ireland’s great outdoor festival, is calling on Kerry people to support local and to turn Black Friday Green this November.

.

.

The festival, which hopes to attract over 4,000 adventurers to Killarney next March, supports 32 local activity providers and over 30 other local suppliers from graphic designers to transport operators. The festival committee is encouraging people to support these local businesses and the local economy by purchasing gift vouchers for next year’s festival.
The unique adventure and wellness festival set in the lakes and mountains of Killarney National Park will take place from 22-24th March 2024. The programme which will be officially launched in the coming weeks, has grown with new exciting additions for the body, mind and soul to be announced! .

Pat Chawke, Wander Wild Festival Chairperson, said, “The festival supports over 60 local businesses, the majority of which are small businesses, from one man operations upwards. Every booking and sale is so important to them and to our local economy. Wander Wild is about offering adventure and new experiences to visitors to Killarney - what better guides to have than locals. You can support them, their businesses and the festival by purchasing a gift voucher or by booking an activity for next year’s festival.”

So this Christmas, support local and pick up a Wander Wild gift voucher on wanderwildfestival.com.

Wander Wild Festival is sponsored by Nature Valley and supported by Fáilte Ireland, Kerry County Council and Killarney Chamber of Commerce.

Advertisement

News

Fergal Brosnan appointed CEO of RDI Hub

The RDI Hub in Killorglin has announced the appointment of Fergal Brosnan as its new Chief Executive Officer. Brosnan succeeds Liam Cronin, who becomes Director of Innovation at NovaUCD. A […]

Published

on

The RDI Hub in Killorglin has announced the appointment of Fergal Brosnan as its new Chief Executive Officer. Brosnan succeeds Liam Cronin, who becomes Director of Innovation at NovaUCD.

A native of Kerry, Brosnan brings more than 20 years of international experience in technology, AI, and business transformation, having held senior roles with Bank of Ireland, Validant, Rethink Group, and Berkley Group.
As CEO, he will lead the RDI Hub’s next phase of growth, strengthening its role as a European centre for Artificial Intelligence and innovation. The Hub, a collaboration between Fexco, Munster Technological University, and Kerry County Council, has supported over 100 startups and created more than 430 jobs since its launch in 2020.
Speaking on his appointment, Brosnan said:
“It’s an honour to lead the RDI Hub at such an exciting time. Our vision is to make Killorglin and the southwest a globally connected epicentre for AI-driven innovation and venture creation.”
The appointment was welcomed by RDI Hub partners Fexco, MTU, Kerry County Council, and Enterprise Ireland, who said Brosnan’s leadership will help expand the Hub’s reach and strengthen its impact nationally and across Europe.

Continue Reading

News

Spa GAA and Kerry Parents & Friends secure energy grant funding

Spa GAA and the Kerry Parents & Friends Association are among the Kerry organisations to benefit from the SE Systems Community Fund Programme 2025. Both groups have been announced as […]

Published

on

Spa GAA and the Kerry Parents & Friends Association are among the Kerry organisations to benefit from the SE Systems Community Fund Programme 2025.

Both groups have been announced as successful applicants for the national energy grant funding scheme, which supports community and sports organisations in delivering sustainable, energy-efficient projects that help reduce running costs.
The fund, launched in 2022, provides financial assistance, technical resources, and expert guidance to not-for-profit organisations working to improve energy efficiency and sustainability.
For Spa GAA, the funding will go towards a full insulation retrofit of the club’s Sports Hall and Clubhouse, as well as upgrading existing floodlights to new energy-efficient LED fittings. The project follows the installation of a Solar PV system earlier this year, continuing the club’s move toward greater energy conservation.
Speaking at the official funding announcement in Cork, James Cahill of Spa GAA thanked SE Systems “for supporting the power of sport and recreation to bring people together, promote healthy lifestyles and build connections in the community.”
Spa GAA has also been selected as one of three clubs nationally to feature in SE Systems’ print media campaign promoting the Community Fund.

Continue Reading

Last News

Sport