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The new digital scoreboard at Portlaw GAA club
Waterford Leader Partnership in conjunction with Portlaw GAA are recruiting for a TÚS worker for the position of Portlaw GAA caretaker. Details include: Assist our team in the day to day general upkeep of our facilities at Portlaw GAA field and clubhouse and no experience necessary, Up to 19.5 hrs per week and minimum payment of €271.50. Candidates must be in receipt of a social welfare payment for one year or more to be eligible and male or female candicates are welcome to apply. For more details please contact Derek Delaney (Portlaw GAA) on 086 1650209 / chairperson.portlaw.waterford@gaa.ie or Vincent (WLP) on 086 0227087 / vincent.power@wlp.ie
A big thank you to Niall, Eilish and all at CTS Group for their generous sponsorship of our brand new digital GAA scoreboard. A local business showing fantastic support for their club. This is yet another brilliant addition to our facilities and it will be used for many years ahead by all teams in Portlaw GAA, Portlaw Camogie, Portlaw Lgfa and beyond. A special mention to our install team of Micheal and Declan Walsh, Shane O'Connell, Paul Duggan and their team of helpers for their work putting it up. We are so lucky to have so many people in our club and community supporting us with everything we do which is key to getting projects like this complete.
Portlaw GAA club us delighted to share the fantastic progress being made at the club. Our new walking track has been installed and it will have the final works completed over the coming weeks, the bank will also be reseeded ands a perimeter fence is now in place, improving both safety and presentation. We’re also excited to be installing a brand-new scoreboard, another great addition to our facilities. None of this would be possible without the incredible support of our volunteers, sponsors and members. Your time and dedication continue to drive our club forward. A special thank you to everyone who contributed in any way. Portlaw GAA is growing stronger every day, and it’s thanks to all of you.
Our brand new spectator railing is in place and we want you to be part of it. Sponsor a custom plaque (€100) on the fence at Portlaw GAA Field (Páirc de Hindeberg) – in your name, your family’s name, or in memory of a loved one. All proceeds will go directly towards the ongoing development of our fantastic facilities including our new walking track and future improvements for all players and visitors. Custom plaque (15cm x 5cm) will be on permanent display on our pitch fence (guaranteed to remainn there for a minimum of five years. A great way to leave your mark in the club. To sponsor a panel, fill in your plaque details online at https://www.cognitoforms.com/PortlawGAA/PortlawGAACamogieAndLGFAFenceSponsorship
Massive congratulations to the Waterford Schoolgirls U12 Interleague team on their fantastic win in the Trophy Final. Portlaw was proudly represented by Taylor Flannery, who has been in outstanding form all season - giving 100 per cent effort in every match, both for club and interleague. Well done to the management team, Saoirse and Michael, and to all the Waterford girls on a well-deserved victory. A brilliant achievement.
One of County Waterford's most prominent and popular country estates issued an important notice recently about an upcoming event.
Curraghmore House announced in an online post that "with deep regret" a planned production of 'Jane Eyre', that was due to be staged at the estate on July 6, was cancelled.
In the post a spokesperson for the estate noted: 'This is due to the unexpected news that Chapterhouse Theatre Company has officially ceased trading as of May 6, 2025.'.
"We share your disappointment and sincerely apologise to those who had been looking forward to this event," said the estate in its statement.
It was also noted that as all ticket bookings were made directly through seetickets, Chapterhouse had advised any ticket holders to contact customer support at seetickets.com: https://www.seetickets.com/content/support-centre#/articles/what-if-the-event-is-cancelled-how-do-i-get-a-refund----d251e517-6c75-49a0-8d54-07a66bd6c8a8
"Thank you for your understanding," said the estate spokesperson.
However, while that event has unfortunately been cancelled there is still lots to enjoy at the house and gardens which is open Friday to Sunday with guided tours at 11am and 2pm.
The tearooms is also open from 10am to 4pm.
"Take a stroll through history as you explore Curraghmore House," said the spokesperson.
"As part of our Great Garden Escape you can enjoy admission to these magnificent gardens surrounding the spectacular home of the 9th Marquis of Waterford and his ancestors, since 1170," she added.
Curraghmore Estate has an impressive 1,000 acres of formal gardens, woodland and grazing fields.
