This month we look at the seventh principal of permaculture, and the first that takes a ‘top-down’ approach, looking at the big patterns and detail that should be used to guide the detail of design. In classic permaculture design it is the pattern of nature that should dictate the design. […]
While there is no sport or commercial fishery for Bluefin tuna in Ireland, authorisations are being granted for 22 charter angling vessels to participate in Tuna CHART (Catch and Release Tagging) a Bluefin Tuna Data Collection Programme. The programme will see 22 authorised skippers catch, tag, measure and release Atlantic […]
East meets West in Schull is an emporium showcasing the beautiful traditional craftsmanship of Northern India. In keeping with West Cork’s reputation as a haven for unique arts and crafts, the ethos of this mother and daughter team, Amanda and Meg Connell, is to support traditional craftspeople, artisans and small […]
Cork South West TD, Holly Cairns has called on the government to properly resource the National Parks and Wildlife Service and to establish a specialised Garda unit to deal with wildlife crime. The number of successful prosecutions for wildlife crimes in recent years range from 5 in 2014 to 21 […]
Cork South West Deputy Christopher O’Sullivan has offered his congratulations to five local area projects that have been awarded funding under the government’s FLAG scheme. Dursey Boat Trips, The Fresh Fish Deli, Bantry Bay Boat Hire Ltd, Courtmacsherry’s The Lobster’s Tale and Myross Rowing Club were last week awarded funding […]
Cape Clear Island Distillery’s 3 SQ. MILES gin has won yet another prestigious accolade, this time in London, at this year’s International Spirits Competition. In a crowded field of some 340 gins from all over the world, it’s something that the 130 residents of Cape Clear Island, off the west […]