Fota Wildlife Park confirms it will reopen to the public on Saturday, December 20th
Fota Wildlife Park, a not-for-profit conservation organisation, today confirmed that it will reopen to the public on Saturday, December 20th. This follows a 10-week closure period to manage an avian influenza outbreak originating from wild bird populations.Working closely with the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM), the Park implemented comprehensive biosecurity protocols and disease control measures. All birds in Fota Wildlife Park’s population have been tested twice for Avian
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Fully Funded Level 9 Sustainability Reporting Programme Now Available in Cork
Griffith College has launched a fully funded Sustainability Reporting programme to help organisations prepare for the new ESG and compliance obligations emerging under EU legislation. The Certificate in Sustainable Reporting and Transformation is a QQI Level 9 qualification delivered fully online over 12 weeks and now open to participants in Cork. Funding is available through Enterprise Ireland’s Climate Action Voucher, making the programme accessible at no cost to eligible companies. Designed with
EHS International and Cinnte Safety Announce Partnership to Enhance Traffic Management Services Nationwide
New collaboration to streamline compliance, reduce delays, and improve safety outcomes across infrastructure and construction projects EHS International, a leading Irish provider of environmental, health, and safety (EHS) solutions headquartered in Cork, has announced a strategic partnership with Cinnte Safety, Ireland's foremost provider of Temporary Traffic Management (TTM) services and training. The collaboration strengthens EHS International’s service portfolio by offering clients a comprehensive,
Travel Counsellors Ireland Wins Best Long-Haul Agency at the 2025 ITTN Irish Travel Trade Awards
Travel Counsellors Ireland, the premium leisure and corporate travel specialists, has won Best Long-Haul Agency for the second year in a row at the 2025 ITTN Irish Travel Trade Awards. The prestigious awards, hosted annually by Irish Travel Trade News (ITTN), celebrate excellence, innovation and customer care across Ireland’s travel industry. Headquartered in Mahon, Cork, Travel Counsellors Ireland has more than 80 independent business owners nationwide and is part of a global community of over 2,500
Tigre Motor Club's Peter O'Regan included in the Irish Independent 30 Under 30 List
Super proud moment for Tigre Motor Club as Peter O'Regan to be featured on the Irish Independent's 30 Under 30 List. This annual feature highlights young innovators, leaders, and trailblazers across Ireland who are making a significant impact in their respective fields. What a privilege to be recognized alongside 29 other incredible founders disrupting across the island of Ireland and it serves as a significant validation of the work being done by Tigre Motor Club. Looking ahead, this acknowledgment
SERVE Presents: Rapunzel – A Cork Christmas Untangled!
A Magical Community Pantomime Starring Over 50 Young Performers from Across Cork SERVE is excited to present Rapunzel: A Cork Christmas Untangled! — a joyful, family-friendly Christmas pantomime running at the Scala Retreat Centre, Blackrock, from 17–21 December 2025. Featuring over 50 talented young performers from across Cork, including members of the Scala Musical Theatre Group, this brand-new production promises festive magic, music, laughter, and a whole lot of Cork charm. Children and teens aged
Griffith College Cork IT Student Work Placement
Calling All Companies: Unlock the Future of IT Talent! Are you ready to empower the next generation of IT professionals while gaining fresh perspectives and innovative ideas for your business? The Computing Science faculty at Griffith College Cork is inviting forward-thinking companies to participate in our IT Student Placement Programme! Placement can commence anytime between January 17th and the beginning of March 2026, for a minimum duration of six months. Whether it’s software development,
Insider Secrets of STEM Hiring Trends in Ireland
We are excited to share our comprehensive 2026 Salary Guide for Manufacturing, Engineering, Life Science & Construction Engineering industry roles. With 37% of organisations in Ireland planning to grow their STEM teams in 2026 (Across Manufacturing, Engineering, Life Science, & Construction Markets) and significant skill shortages across key sectors, understanding the current market matters more than ever. Our STEM Recruitment Partners 2026 Salary Guide provides the strategic insight you need to
Three Ireland Backs Fzin Coffee’s Mission and Next Stage of Growth Through Small Business Grant Award
Fzin Coffee has been selected as one of the winners of the Three Ireland Small Business Grant Award. This program recognises businesses in Ireland that demonstrate a clear purpose, strong foundations, and the potential for growth. The award includes generous financial support and best in class technology solutions to help strengthen operations and scale. Fzin Coffee is leading innovation in the Irish market with TÜV certified 4 Star OK Biobased and Home Compostable coffee pods, along with a wider range
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Cork Craft & Design launches campaign encouraging more conscious Christmas gifting ahead of Black Friday
One of the largest collectives of multi-disciplinary craft makers in the country, Cork Craft & Design, is urging shoppers to step back from the pre-Christmas sales frenzy and choose locally made, handcrafted gifts instead.The organisation, which represents over 110 Cork-based makers, has launched a #ChooseCraftInstead campaign to inspire more mindful gifting this festive season, spotlighting sustainable, locally made alternatives to mass-produced retail. The initiative highlights how every handmade
EnergyCloud and SSE Airtricity activate €2.5 million donation to advance energy equality in Ireland
EnergyCloud and SSE Airtricity activate €2.5 million donation to advance energy equality in Ireland Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council first local authority to benefit from this donation as EnergyCloud initiative set to expand to thousands of homes nationwide Donation supports job creation for EnergyCloud operational roles New technology pilot schemes being rolled out nationwide using batteries, smart storage heaters and heat pumps to allow households to store hot water for extended periods and to
Important Step Forward for Munster Cardiac Patients as Mater Private Network Cork Launches TAVI Service
Mater Private Network Cork has successfully carried out the first Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI) in a private hospital in Munster, marking another significant step in the hospital’s ongoing investment in cardiac services for the region. The launch of this service follows the opening of the Mater Private Heart Centre in Cork during the summer and expands the advanced cardiac care options available to patients locally. TAVI is a minimally invasive treatment for severe aortic stenosis,
New AED / Defibrillator supplier in Cork
Good news for Cork businesses and community groups across Cork! Im delighted to announce, that I have just launched my AED (defibrillator) online store, giving everyone in Cork quick access to some of the best and most reliable AED brands available in Ireland and across Europe. If you’ve been thinking about getting a defibrillator for your workplace, club, or community space or upgrading your old one this new service makes it simple. No hassle, no guesswork, just solid advice and high-quality equipment
Change a child's story this Christmas
As the festive season approaches, many children across Cork are facing a Christmas without joy, warmth, or even the basics we so often take for granted. At Barnardos we work every day to bring comfort and hope to vulnerable children and families — but we can’t do it without you. Last year Barnardos worked with over 35,000 vulnerable children and their families, and this Christmas we want to give even more children the opportunity to change their story. Every euro raised will give a child a warm night’s
Triskel Arts Centre Announces Ambitious Strategic Plan with €1.2 million Capital Investment Programme
Triskel Arts Centre is embarking on an exciting new chapter as it unveils an ambitious Strategic Plan that sets out a bold vision for the Centre’s future in the lead-up to its 50th Anniversary in 2028. The plan was officially launched on Saturday 1 November at 12 noon by An Taoiseach Micheál Martin, T.D. The Strategic Plan outlines a transformative roadmap that includes a €1.2 million Capital Investment Programme and a target to raise an additional €100,000 annually in revenue funding. Together, these
New Mobile LiverScan Service Supporting Workplace Wellbeing
We are delighted to introduce our new mobile LiverScan (FibroScan) service, bringing quick, painless, and highly informative liver assessment directly to corporate settings as part of employee wellbeing initiatives. Liver disease is often called a 'silent condition' most people have no symptoms until the disease is advanced. It is also a leading cause of mortality among adults aged 20-60 in Ireland, making early detection critically important. We have recently seen an increasing number of corporate
“Cork Chamber Member Captures the Spirit of the City as This Year’s Holly Bough Cover Artist”
Now in its 128th year, The Holly Bough has become a cherished part of Christmas for many in Cork and across the world. The cover art on this year’s edition was created by Cork visual artist Sue Nelson. The piece, entitled Lighting the Way Home, draws inspiration from Cork’s docklands and port, an urban landscape familiar to those who left its shores and to those who have found their way back again. For Sue, capturing the stories of people and their connection to place is a genuine privilege. A
Travel Counsellors Ireland Celebrates 20 Years in Business
Travel Counsellors Ireland, the premium leisure and corporate travel specialists, is celebrating 20 years in business, a milestone that reflects two decades of transforming how Irish travellers book their holidays and how travel professionals build their careers. Established in 2005, Travel Counsellors Ireland has grown into a network of more than 80 independent business owners nationwide. They are part of a global community of almost 2,500 Travel Counsellors across six countries. Operating from its
12th annual ‘Make Your Mark on Cancer’ charity walk raises €54,906 for Mercy Cancer Appeal
Over 380 walkers took to the roads from The Viaduct to Bandon on July 13th, for the 12th annual ‘Make Your Mark on Cancer’ charity walk, raising an incredible €54,906 for the Mercy Cancer Appeal. Since the first walk in 2013, the event has raised more than €621,000 to support cancer services at Mercy University Hospital. Rachel Stevenson, CEO of Mercy Hospital Foundation, said: “Cancer touches every family in some way. Events like ‘Make Your Mark on Cancer’ remind us of the power of community and
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Let Christmas inspire your company to give a gift that truly matters
This Christmas, your business can make a real difference for children in need around the world. With UNICEF Inspired Gifts, you can provide life-saving supplies —including warm winter clothing and blankets, emergency food, and school kits— to children living through crisis, conflict or poverty. Show your clients and colleagues that your company stands with the world’s most vulnerable children, while making a meaningful impact this Christmas.Why Inspired Gifts? These life-saving items are delivered to
Fort2Fort Charity Cycle raises €24,152 for Cork causes
At a special presentation at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Little Island on October 15th, organisers of the annual Fort2Fort Charity Cycle announced that €24,152.00 was raised through this year’s event, bringing the total raised since the cycle’s inception in 2012 to almost €429,796.00. The 14th edition of the popular cycle took place on Saturday, June 14th, with 298 cyclists taking on the scenic routes around Cork Harbour. Funds raised have now been distributed to local beneficiaries, including the Mercy
Fzin Coffee Customers Divert Over 100kg of Waste from Irish Landfills
F zin Coffeehas reached an important milestone in its mission to reduce single-use waste, with customers across Ireland collectively preventing over 100 kg of coffee-related waste from entering landfill in 2025 alone. The impact is driven by F zin Coffee’s portfolio of sustainable products, including compostable coffee capsules,palm-oil-free drinking chocolates, and syrups packaged in recyclable glass bottles. Each product is designed to replace traditional single-use plastic or aluminium items, giving
Springboard Communications Named PRII Consultancy Team of the Year
Independent Irish communications agency Springboard Communications has been named Public Relations Institute of Ireland (PRII) Consultancy Team of the Year at the inaugural PRII Communication Impact Awards. Presented at a gala event at the Conrad Hotel, Dublin, the award recognises the agency’s leadership in purpose-led communications, innovation, and long-term investment in its people and clients. This caps a standout year for the Cork-headquartered agency, which also won PRCA Agency of the Year at the
Fzin Coffee and Musgrave Marketplace Partnership Helps Irish Businesses Reduce Single-Use Waste
Fzin Coffee’s sustainable coffee and beverage ranges are available through Musgrave Marketplace Extended Range, giving more than 50,000 B2B customers nationwide access to certified compostable capsules, sustainably manufactured coffee beans and ground coffee, and eco-friendly beverages. The partnership has positioned Fzin Coffee as a trusted supplier for hotels, cafés, restaurants, and offices that want to reduce single-use waste, from capsules to plastic syrup bottles, without disrupting their existing
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Fzin Coffee has achieved 4-Star OK Biobased certification
Fzin Coffee has achieved 4-Star OK Biobased certification for its Aromatico compostable capsule range, compatible with Nespresso®, L’OR, and De’Longhi® machines. The certification confirms that the capsules are produced from renewable, biobased raw materials and provide a sustainable alternative to single-use plastic and aluminium pods. The OK Biobased 4-Star label is the highest rating available, offering customers independent assurance of the product’s environmental credentials. It reflects Fzin
Saturday Lunchtime Concerts Are Back at Triskel for Autumn 2025
Saturday Lunchtime Concerts Are Back at Triskel Classical music has been proven to improve memory, reduce stress and boost overall mental wellbeing. Even more reasons to attend Triskel’s series of lunchtime classical music concerts. They have just announced their autumn series of concerts, which includes four concerts in the Spotlight Chamber Music Series, which is curated by Aoife Burke, and four string quartets from the National String Quartet Foundation. The concerts begin on Saturday 6 September
Fzin Coffee Celebrates International Award for Oro Ground Coffee
Fzin Coffee is proud to share that Oro Ground Coffee, part of its core product lineup, has received the International Coffee Tasting Award 2025 for quality and taste from the International Institute of Coffee Tasters (IIAC) , one of the most prestigious honours in the global coffee industry. The International Coffee Tasting Award is a scientifically structured competition judged by panels of trained sensory experts. Products are evaluated blind using strict scoring criteria, ensuring that only the
Springboard Communications named PRCA Agency of the Year for the second time
Springboard Communications, the independent Irish communications agency, has been named PRCA Agency of the Year at the 2025 Spotlight Awards for Excellence in Communications, held at The Shelbourne, Dublin on 20 June. This marks the second time the agency has received the prestigious national award, having previously won in 2023. The PRCA recognised Springboard Communications for its people-first approach, long-standing client relationships, and commitment to purpose-led growth. Judges also commended the
Mercy University Hospital opens state-of-the-art Seminar, Skills and Simulation Classroom to enhance healthcare training
Mercy University Hospital (MUH), Cork, has opened a state-of-the-art Seminar, Skills and Simulation Classroom within its Centre of Nurse Education. Designed to deliver immersive, realistic training, the new facility aims to transform how healthcare professionals develop clinical and teamwork skills by simulating real-life scenarios in a safe environment. The Seminar, Skills and Simulation Classroom was developed in the Mercy’s Centre of Nurse Education (CNE) complex, led by its Director, Ann Cummins and
EHS International Announces New Partnership to Tackle Rising Compliance Demands
EHS International, a leading Irish provider of environmental, health, and safety (EHS) solutions, has partnered with EHA Soft Solutions to adopt its mai™ platform, helping organisations move all their health, safety, and compliance tasks online — making them faster, clearer, and easier to manage. Replacing outdated, manual tracking systems with real-time oversight and mobile-first workflows, EHA Soft’s mai™ platform helps centralise, digitise, and automate key compliance processes — from contractor
Rachel Stevenson appointed as CEO of Mercy Hospital Foundation
The Mercy Hospital Foundation is delighted to announce the appointment of Rachel Stevenson as its new Chief Executive Officer. Bringing nearly 30 years of experience in the voluntary sector, Rachel is a highly accomplished senior leader with a deep commitment to driving positive change. Rachel began her career in London and has championed causes across disability, social disadvantage, Black & Minority Ethnic issues, and homelessness. For the past 23 years, she has served as Director of Fundraising at
RDJ Announces B Corp Certification
RDJ, a leading Irish corporate law firm, is officially a Certified B Corporation, a global certification for businesses that meet high standards of social and environmental impact. With offices in Cork, Dublin, and Galway, RDJ is the first Irish law firm to become certified B Corp. RDJ’s certification follows a rigorous 18-month-long assessment, with key initiatives undertaken in recent years including increasing female representation to 35% in senior management and transitioning to 100% renewable
Triskel Sample Project space visual arts development programme in Cork continues into a New Year
The exciting visual arts partnership between Triskel and Sample-Studios continues into 2025, offering another twelve months of providing a visual arts project space for artists, especially emerging and mid-career artists, to test ideas and to develop new work that can be seen by the public. Triskel Sample Project Space offers tangible career development and audience engagement opportunities to artists on their ‘home turf’ where they have a safe space to develop new ideas, within which risk-taking is
MTU hosts Simulated Maritime Cyber Attack team exercise in collaboration with the Irish Naval Service and the NMCI.
MTU hosts Simulated Maritime Cyber Attack team exercise in collaboration with the Irish Naval Service and the NMCI. For centuries, Cork has been a safe harbour from storms, rough seas, and pirates. However, in 2024, the concept of a safe harbour has evolved. This was evident on Friday during the MTU Smart Maritime Cybersecurity Challenge, where the focus shifted to defending Ireland’s harbours and ports against cyber threats. The event featured a cyber attack simulation on a virtualised maritime port,
