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By Waterford City & County Council

Ten flags flown at Waterford’s Blue and Green Coast beaches

Waterford’s coastline was recently recognised by An Taisce as three beaches were awarded the prestigious Blue Flag and seven the Green Coast Award Flags.

The Blue Flag is one of the world’s most recognised awards for beaches. The programme promotes environmental education, sustainable development of tourism, environmental management systems and ensure safety and access for beach users.

According to Katia Hunter, Executive Scientist with Waterford City and County Council, the awarding of the Blue and Green Coast Flags is a great endorsement of Waterford’s coastline.

“The beaches that received the Blue Flag in 2023 are Ardmore, Clonea and Tramore beaches.  All of these beaches not only returned excellent bathing water results, but a series of stringent environmental and safety-related criteria were also met.

“The Green Coast flags were awarded to Annestown, Ballyquin, Curragh, Goat Island Beach, Guillamene Cove, Newtown Cove and Kilfarrassey, as they all demonstrated excellent water quality, and were appropriately maintained and managed to ensure the protection of the natural environment.”

Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr. John O’ Leary commended not only the Local Authority’s Environment Department, but also the work of voluntary groups that dedicate themselves to ensuring an unspoilt environment for all to enjoy.

“The work of volunteers from groups such as Clean Coasts, Tidy Towns, and ecological groups, have made huge inroads in assisting in the maintenance and management of our coastline and its amenities.

“These volunteers are passionate about preserving our natural environment, whether it’s through litter picking, wildlife conservation management or developing educational programmes.  By enhancing our natural amenities, they are heightening the enjoyment we can all derive from our beaches and coastline.”

Blue Flag began in Ireland in 1988 with 19 beaches and 2 marinas being awarded. Since then, the Blue Flag programme has grown from strength to strength with 84 beaches and 10 marinas being awarded in 2023.

Each year Blue Flag is awarded to over 4,500 beaches, marinas and sustainable boating tourism operators in 49 countries globally. Beaches are awarded for the bathing season (June 1st to September 15th in Ireland) and marinas are awarded for up to 12 months, depending on their period of operation. The awarded sites for Ireland are announced at the end of May each year.

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Images – free to use:

Tramore 1: Martin Kerins, Katia Hunter and Ella Ryan of Waterford City and County Council with Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr. John O’Leary

Tramore 2: Members of Clean Coasts (Tramore Tidy Towns and T-Bay Surf Club) with Waterford City and County Council staff and Mayor of Waterford City and County Council, Cllr. John O’Leary.

Tramore 3:Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr. John O’Leary and Katia Hunter, Executive Scientist, Waterford City and County Council

Clonea 2: Ms Hayes 3rd and 4th class from Garranbane National School, Elaine Doyle Clean Coasts Development Officer, Clare Morrissey, Mary Power and Yvonne Whelan Dungarvan Bay Open Water Swimmers, with Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr. John O’Leary.

Clonea 4; Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr. John O’Leary, Katia Hunter and Claire Morrissey

About An Taisce:

An Taisce, the National Trust for Ireland, operates the programme in Ireland on behalf of the Foundation of Environmental Education (FEE).

The Blue Flag programme is funded in Ireland by the Department of the Housing, Local Government and Heritage.

By Waterford City & County Council

Recruitment : Retained Firefighters (Portlaw, Dunmore East & Tramore)

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the following position from which any future vacancies will be filled:

RETAINED (PART-TIME) FIREFIGHTER

for the following locations:

  • Portlaw
  • Dunmore East
  • Tramore

REMUNERATION:   Annual Retained Allowance

  • 0-2 years service €8,696
  • 2-5 years service €9,664
  • 5-10 years service €10,834
  • 10 + €11,907

Additional payment for attendance at Fires and Drills and Clothing Allowance.

  • Persons must reside and, if employed, work within 3 kms distance or 5 mins travelling of the Fire Station which will allow him/her to respond within the turnout time as set by the Chief Fire Officer.
  • Persons must hold a full unendorsed Class B driving licence or a provisional Class B driving licence.
  • Persons must be able to provide proof of release from workplace to respond to fire calls if necessary.
  • Applicants must be over 18 and under 55 years old.
  • Candidates may be shortlisted on the information provided on the application form.

** APPLY ONLINE HERE **

Closing date for receipt of applications is 4.00 pm on Thursday, 23rd February 2023.

WATERFORD CITY & COUNTY COUNCIL IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

By Waterford City & County Council

Earcaíocht : Comhraiceoirí Dóiteáin ar áirithíocht

  • STÁISIÚN DÓITEÁIN PHORTLÁCH
  • STÁISIÚN DÓITEÁIN TRA MÓR
  • STÁISIÚN DÓITEÁIN DHÚN MÓR THOIR

Liúntas Coinnithe Bliantúil

  • 0-2 bhliain seirbhíse €8,696
  • 2-5 blianta seirbhíse €9,664
  • 5-10 blianta seirbhíse €10,834
  • 10 + €11,907

Íocaíocht bhreise as freastal ar Thinte agus Druileanna agus Liúntas Éadaí.

  • Ní mór do dhaoine cónaí agus, má tá siad fostaithe, oibriú laistigh de 3 km nó 5 nóiméad ag taisteal ón Stáisiún Dóiteáin a ligfidh dó / di freagairt laistigh den am tionóil arna shocrú ag an bPríomhoifigeach Dóiteáin.
  • Ní mór do dhaoine ceadúnas iomlán tiomána Aicme B neamhcheadaithe nó ceadúnas tiomána sealadach Aicme B a bheith acu.
  • Ní mór do dhaoine a bheith in ann cruthúnas scaoileadh ón ionad oibre a sholáthar chun freagra a thabhairt ar ghlaonna dóiteáin más gá.
  • Ní mór d’iarratasóirí a bheith os cionn 18 agus faoi 55 bliain d’aois.
  • Féadfar iarrthóirí a chur ar ghearrliosta ar an eolas a chuirtear ar fáil ar an bhfoirm iarratais.

Cuirfear iarratais ar fáil ar líne ag www.waterfordcouncil.ie áit ar féidir tuilleadh sonraí faoin ról a fháil freisin.

Is é an dáta deiridh chun iarratais a fháil ná 4.00 pm Déardaoin, 23 Feabhra 2023.

IS FOSTÓIR COMHIONANNAS DEISEANNA Í
COMHAIRLE CATHRACH & CHONTAE PHORT LÁIRGE

By Waterford City & County Council

Recruitment : Retained Firefighters (Portlaw, Dunmore East & Tramore)

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the following position from which any future vacancies will be filled:

RETAINED (PART-TIME) FIREFIGHTER

for the following locations:

  • Portlaw
  • Dunmore East
  • Tramore

REMUNERATION:   Annual Retained Allowance

  • 0-2 years service €8,696
  • 2-5 years service €9,664
  • 5-10 years service €10,834
  • 10 + €11,907

Additional payment for attendance at Fires and Drills and Clothing Allowance.

  • Persons must reside and, if employed, work within 3 kms distance or 5 mins travelling of the Fire Station which will allow him/her to respond within the turnout time as set by the Chief Fire Officer.
  • Persons must hold a full unendorsed Class B driving licence or a provisional Class B driving licence.
  • Persons must be able to provide proof of release from workplace to respond to fire calls if necessary.
  • Applicants must be over 18 and under 55 years old.
  • Candidates may be shortlisted on the information provided on the application form.

** APPLY ONLINE HERE **

Closing date for receipt of applications is 4.00 pm on Thursday, 23rd February 2023.

WATERFORD CITY & COUNTY COUNCIL IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

By Waterford City & County Council

Earcaíocht : Comhraiceoirí Dóiteáin ar áirithíocht

  • STÁISIÚN DÓITEÁIN PHORTLÁCH
  • STÁISIÚN DÓITEÁIN TRA MÓR
  • STÁISIÚN DÓITEÁIN DHÚN MÓR THOIR

Liúntas Coinnithe Bliantúil

  • 0-2 bhliain seirbhíse €8,696
  • 2-5 blianta seirbhíse €9,664
  • 5-10 blianta seirbhíse €10,834
  • 10 + €11,907

Íocaíocht bhreise as freastal ar Thinte agus Druileanna agus Liúntas Éadaí.

  • Ní mór do dhaoine cónaí agus, má tá siad fostaithe, oibriú laistigh de 3 km nó 5 nóiméad ag taisteal ón Stáisiún Dóiteáin a ligfidh dó / di freagairt laistigh den am tionóil arna shocrú ag an bPríomhoifigeach Dóiteáin.
  • Ní mór do dhaoine ceadúnas iomlán tiomána Aicme B neamhcheadaithe nó ceadúnas tiomána sealadach Aicme B a bheith acu.
  • Ní mór do dhaoine a bheith in ann cruthúnas scaoileadh ón ionad oibre a sholáthar chun freagra a thabhairt ar ghlaonna dóiteáin más gá.
  • Ní mór d’iarratasóirí a bheith os cionn 18 agus faoi 55 bliain d’aois.
  • Féadfar iarrthóirí a chur ar ghearrliosta ar an eolas a chuirtear ar fáil ar an bhfoirm iarratais.

Cuirfear iarratais ar fáil ar líne ag www.waterfordcouncil.ie áit ar féidir tuilleadh sonraí faoin ról a fháil freisin.

Is é an dáta deiridh chun iarratais a fháil ná 4.00 pm Déardaoin, 23 Feabhra 2023.

IS FOSTÓIR COMHIONANNAS DEISEANNA Í
COMHAIRLE CATHRACH & CHONTAE PHORT LÁIRGE

By Waterford City & County Council

Call for Submissions: Tramore & Dungarvan/Ballinroad Local Area Plans (LAP)

Waterford City and County Council has published pre-draft ‘Issues Papers’ for the Dungarvan/Ballinroad Local Area Plan and the Tramore Local Area Plan.

The purpose of these LAPs is to set out an overarching strategy for the proper planning and sustainable development of Dungarvan/Ballinroad and Tramore over the life of the LAPs to 2029.

The LAPs will incorporate a spatial framework for guiding the future development of transportation, regeneration, heritage, social and community infrastructure/ amenities and natural/ cultural assets in both Dungarvan/Ballinroad and Tramore.

The LAPs will be based on and be fully consistent with the Waterford City and County Development Plan 2022 – 2028, and in particular the; The Core Strategy, Vision, Strategic Outcomes, Land Use Zoning Objectives, Housing Strategy and other strategies underpinning the Development Plan. In other words, the LAP will give a local focus to the strategies of the Development Plan.

The LAP process provides a fresh opportunity to take a ‘big picture’ approach to looking at the key issues affecting Dungarvan/Ballinroad and Tramore and plot a development strategy for their future sustainable growth and regeneration. Therefore, local input is considered vital to the entire LAP process and the Planning Authority values what you have to say. It is intended that these Issues Papers will kick-start interest and debate which will provide helpful feedback, and result in stronger and more informed Local Area Plans.

The pre-draft issues papers for Dungarvan/Ballinroad and Tramore can be viewed online at https://consult.waterfordcouncil.ie/en/browse

In addition, copies of the pre-draft issues papers are available to view at the following locations:

  • Customer Care Office, Civic Offices, Davitt’s Quay, Dungarvan, X35 Y326
  • Customer Care Office, Bailey’s New Street, Waterford, X91 XH42
  • Dungarvan Library, Davitts Quay, Dungarvan, X35 AV29
  • Tramore Library, Market Street, Tramore, X91 CY96

The LAPs are currently at the stage of pre-draft public consultation which will be followed by the preparation and publication of a draft LAPs.  If you are interested in the development of Dungarvan/Ballinroad and/or Tramore and wish to contribute to the shaping of their sustainable future, please make a submission.  Public consultation meetings will take place at the Civic Offices, Dungarvan on Wednesday, February 15th between 4pm and 7pm and at Tramore Library, Market Street, Tramore on Thursday, February 16th from 4pm to 7pm.  All are welcome to attend.

Submissions and observations on the pre-draft issues papers or any other key issues that you wish to have considered in the preparation of the new Draft Local Area Plans are invited up until Tuesday,7th March 2023.

Submissions can be made online via the Council’s dedicated public consultation portal (consult.waterfordcouncil.ie) or in writing, marked “Draft Dungarvan and Ballinroad Local Area Plan 2023-2029” or “Draft Tramore Local Area Plan 2023-2029” to the Planning Department, Waterford City and County Council, Menapia Building, The Mall, Waterford City.

Closing date for submissions: midnight on 7th March 2023. Please note that
late submissions will not be considered.

By Waterford City & County Council

Recruitment : Retained Firefighters (Portlaw, Dunmore East & Tramore)

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the following position from which any future vacancies will be filled:

RETAINED (PART-TIME) FIREFIGHTER

for the following locations:

  • Portlaw
  • Dunmore East
  • Tramore

REMUNERATION:   Annual Retained Allowance

  • 0-2 years service €8,696
  • 2-5 years service €9,664
  • 5-10 years service €10,834
  • 10 + €11,907

Additional payment for attendance at Fires and Drills and Clothing Allowance.

  • Persons must reside and, if employed, work within 3 kms distance or 5 mins travelling of the Fire Station which will allow him/her to respond within the turnout time as set by the Chief Fire Officer.
  • Persons must hold a full unendorsed Class B driving licence or a provisional Class B driving licence.
  • Persons must be able to provide proof of release from workplace to respond to fire calls if necessary.
  • Applicants must be over 18 and under 55 years old.
  • Candidates may be shortlisted on the information provided on the application form.

** APPLY ONLINE HERE **

Closing date for receipt of applications is 4.00 pm on Thursday, 23rd February 2023.

WATERFORD CITY & COUNTY COUNCIL IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

By Waterford City & County Council

Accessibilty Swings installed in Waterford parks

Waterford City and County Council recently completed the installation of three wheelchair accessible swings at the People’s Park in Waterford city, Walton Park in Dungarvan and the Inclusion Park in Tramore.

Mayor of Waterford City and County Cllr. John O’Leary welcomed the addition of the accessibility swings to the three sites. “These pieces of equipment are more than just swings, they are integral in promoting inclusivity, and providing children with disabilities or mobility issues equal access to playground facilities.”

“Judging by the smiles on the faces of the students and staff of St. John’s Special School, there’s no doubt that the accessibility swing in Walton Park is already a big hit with the children.”

The swings, which have a capacity for two wheelchairs and up to eight people are accessible 24/7, without key access or the need for a harness.  Located centrally in each park, the swings are part of the Council’s initiative to encourage inclusive play and social interaction.

Jennie Moore, Teacher at St. John’s Special School in Dungarvan added, “The accessibility swing is a fantastic addition to Walton Park. While there are so many great playground facilities in the locality, the addition of this newest piece of equipment is to be welcomed.

“Already our students are reaping the rewards of being able to play together and the fact that we can access the swing whenever we are in the park is a bonus. We are currently planning school trips with our students and the accessibility swings in the city and Tramore are certainly on our to-visit list!”

Sean Gormley, Executive Engineer with Waterford City and County Council explains the idea behind the swings. “Within the last few years, the Council has been committed to promoting inclusive social interaction.  These swings are designed with plenty of capacity, so not only can two wheelchair users use the swing at the same time, they can also do it with friends or family members for a much more interactive play experience.

“Playgrounds are the ideal place for fun and social interaction, and that choice should be available for all children to enjoy together.”

The overall cost of the three accessibility swings was €75,000 with Waterford City and County Council receiving funding from the Disability Participation and Awareness Fund 2021 administered by the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth.

Works were completed earlier this month by contractors Browne Brothers Site Services.

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Images:  David Clynch

30: Mayor of Waterford City & County Councillor John O’Leary pictured with Philip Daly and Ryan Hurley, both from Tallow at the new accessibility swing in Walton Park, Dungarvan

37: Pupils and staff from St John’s Special School, Dungarvan pictured at Walton Park, Dungarvan

39: Hazel Robinson from Kilsheelan pictured with Dylan O’Sullivan from Youghal at the accessibility swing in Walton Park

2396 / 3982: Pupils and staff from St. John’s Special School Dungarvan, along with the Mayor of Waterford City and County, Cllr John O’Leary, Cllr Damien Geoghegan and Sean Gormley and Gabriel Foley, Waterford City and County Council, enjoying the accessibility swing at Walton Park

By Waterford City & County Council

Tomorrow is World Wetlands Day !

World Wetlands Day takes place every year on February 2nd, marking the date of the Convention on Wetlands signed in Ramsar, Iran in 1971.

Waterford  has two Ramsar  sites- Tramore Back Strand  and Dungarvan Harbour which attract 1000s of wintering birdlife every year. Come along to the bird hide at Tramore Nature Park on Thursday February 2nd  at 10.30 a.m. where well known nature enthusiast Denis Cullen of the Irish Wildlife Trust will explain the value of the Back Strand for birds and the threats from climate change and invasive species.

Find out more on other WWD nationwide events on  https://irishwetlands.ie/events/

By Waterford City & County Council

Recruitment : Retained Firefighters (Portlaw, Dunmore East & Tramore)

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for the following position from which any future vacancies will be filled:

RETAINED (PART-TIME) FIREFIGHTER

for the following locations:

  • Portlaw
  • Dunmore East
  • Tramore

REMUNERATION:   Annual Retained Allowance

  • 0-2 years service €8,696
  • 2-5 years service €9,664
  • 5-10 years service €10,834
  • 10 + €11,907

Additional payment for attendance at Fires and Drills and Clothing Allowance.

  • Persons must reside and, if employed, work within 3 kms distance or 5 mins travelling of the Fire Station which will allow him/her to respond within the turnout time as set by the Chief Fire Officer.
  • Persons must hold a full unendorsed Class B driving licence or a provisional Class B driving licence.
  • Persons must be able to provide proof of release from workplace to respond to fire calls if necessary.
  • Applicants must be over 18 and under 55 years old.
  • Candidates may be shortlisted on the information provided on the application form.

** APPLY ONLINE HERE **

Closing date for receipt of applications is 4.00 pm on Thursday, 23rd February 2023.

WATERFORD CITY & COUNTY COUNCIL IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER

By Waterford City & County Council

Silver for residents of Tramore’s An Garrán

An Garrán residents’ association in Tramore was named as runner-up at the All-Island IPB Pride of Place awards last weekend.

The awards, hosted by Dublin City Council and held in the Clayton Hotel in Dublin, celebrate the best in community development, and recognise the efforts of people in making their local neighbourhoods better places to live, work and socialise.

An Garrán residents’ association was nominated by Waterford City and County Council, in the Urban Neighbourhood (Under 3,000) category.

Speaking following the awards ceremony An Garrán’s spokesperson, Katariina Bent was delighted with the accolade. “Initially we started out as a small group to keep the estate tidy, but soon realised that we needed to form a residents’ association to achieve more and to reach more residents.

“With the help of Waterford City and County Council’s Estate management team we formed a committee, and this gave us the focus to engage directly with the residents of the estate and access more supports and funding.

“Estates Manager with the Council, Eamonn O’Leary was invaluable in the assistance he gave us in encouraging a great community spirit and helping us build a safe, inclusive, secure place for all the families living here.”

Built in 2009, An Garrán is a joint venture between Waterford City and County Council and Tuath Housing.

Eamonn O’Leary, Waterford City and County Council, congratulated the residents’ association on its award.  “What’s great about An Garrán is the enthusiasm and drive the residents have in creating and maintaining an estate that they all proudly call home.

“The Council nominated An Garrán last Autumn not only because we have built strong and enduring relationships with the committee and the residents there, but we are as committed as they are to continuing the excellent work that has been done over the last fifteen years.”

Eamonn continued, “One of the highlights over the years must be the outdoor fun day last summer to celebrate European Neighbours’ Day.  With music, fun activities, a biodiversity area and an estate clean-up, it really was an example of how the residents have created a warm, welcoming place for young and old.”

The awards, hosted by RTE’s Marty Whelan, took place in in front of 400 community volunteers from across the island.

Sponsored by IPB Insurance, the Pride of Place competition was initiated 20 years ago though a Co-operation Ireland programme to acknowledge the invaluable work undertaken by volunteers and those involved in local community development.

It has grown into the largest competition recognising community development achievements on the island of Ireland.

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Image 1:

l-r At the Pride of Place Awards Eamonn O’Leary Waterford City and County Council, Katriina Bent An Garrán residents association, Paul Lynch An Garrán residents association , John Kearns CEO IPB Insurance – Sponsors of Pride of place, Peter Sheridan CEO Co-operation Ireland and Jennifer Ring An Tuáth Housing Manager.

Image 2:

Residents of An Garrán celebrating European Neighbours’ Day

By Waterford City & County Council

Christmas in Tramore

The Christmas parade makes a welcome return to Tramore this year, as local children are invited to join Santa and his special friends to kick start the festive season down Main Street, Tramore at 5pm on Friday, December 2nd.

Along with the parade, there will be live music, food trails and lots of Christmas cheer spread throughout the town.

Waterford Chamber, in conjunction with Waterford City & County Council and EveryEvent brings Christmas to Tramore.

Lynda Lawton, Operations Officer with Waterford Chamber says, “It’s great to be able to plan a full festival again post Covid and we are adding extra magic touches this year to reflect that.  Thanks to festival funding from Waterford City & County Council, we can support a number of community groups who have their own Christmas offering while also having live music every weekend and Santa has promised he will visit every Saturday too!

“This is a celebration for the whole community and everyone is welcome to join the parade for the launch. The fabulous children from the Vicki Graham Stage School will entertain us on the Plaza and Santa will meet with the boys and girls to make sure they have been good this year!

“We also want people to come out every Saturday to shop local, support the restaurants and enjoy some live music along the way.”

By Waterford City & County Council

Poem of the Year shortlist for Tramore poet

The Arts Office, Waterford City and County Council is delighted that Martina Dalton, Tramore has been shortlisted for the Poem of the Year at the Irish Book Awards with her poem ‘The Wedding Dress’.

We have played a small part in Martina’s literary journey and she was runner up in the Waterford Poetry Prize 2021.

Read all the poems shortlisted for the Listowel Writers’ Week Irish Poem of the Year by clicking this link Listowel Writers’ Week

By Waterford City & County Council

Join WLRfm & Waterford Libraries to celebrate the Vitamin Sea Festival

To celebrate the Vitamin Sea Festival, WLRfm and Waterford Libraries are teaming up for an outside broadcast on Main Street, Tramore on Saturday 17th September 1pm-4pm.

  • Join us for fun on the street with a craft table, competitions and spot prizes.
  • Ask a Librarian for recommended reads or check out our e-Services.
  • Kitty Caboodle is doing story time at the Coastguard Cultural Centre at 11.30am.

The Vitamin Sea Festival takes place on Friday 16th, Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th September 2022.http://waterfordlibraries.ie/category/vitamin-sea-festival

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