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young wife to exchange it, but she the furniture at home?" the officer who had committed adultery would The businessman said, "Just put them
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ciously said, ''Never mind sweet- arrived. He visited the mayor of the
heart. I'll get another dress. town and seemed very concerned.
After all, it's your special day.'' The priest said, "You have to do Five Germans in an Audi Quattro
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PRECIOUS YEARS Shopping Centre,
Nenagh
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Tel: 067 43389
Andy's Bar, Nenagh on 23rd March tickets now which are very reasona-
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Tipp Inn, Toomevara on 24th March and a night of music and craic.
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Silvermine Bar, Nenagh on 30th are available from any of the chefs or
March with Johnny Cavanagh committee members or call
Hibernian Inn, Nenagh on 30th Brendan Spillane on 087-6449837.
March with Kenneth McDonnell All are welcome.
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Tipperary GAA Scene
Ph: 067-34942 By Ger Ryan PRO
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SAllianz Leagues will be played at UCC’s GAA
Discount Furniture & Gym Equiment grounds at the Mardyke, Cork. In the
first semi-final on Friday, March 2 at
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by 2-17 to 0-15 in their opening Alli- IT and in the second semi-final at
New Stock Just Arrived anz Hurling League Division 1 game 3pm hosts, UCC will take on UL. We
on Sunday last at Nowlan Park. Their wish all the Tipperary players in-
next game will be on Sunday March volved every success for the week-
11 against Galway at Semple Stadi- end. Paddy Stapleton (Borris-Ileigh)
LIGER PRINT um at 2.30pm. The Tipperary v Cav-
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is captain of the UL team and John
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Senior Hurling panellists playing at
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Commiserations to Nenagh CBS on topics in the development of Gaelic
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Tipperary GAA Scene
(Continued)
recent times. Young people today dents accompanied by 5 teachers will
demand coaches to challenge them to travel to Zambia for a 2 week Immer-
reach their full potential. Player de- sion working in the 10 schools. Three
velopment now requires the under- of the teachers involved hail from
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young people as well as the ability to Boherlahan/Dualla and Paul Alan: 087-9770178
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tical awareness of players. Among raised will be invested in providing
the team of highly regarded speakers Water, Sanitation and Hygiene hence
will be Paudie Butler and Dr. Liam the acronym ‘WaSH’. Zambia is one
Hennessy. Registration forms are of Africa’s poorest nations and basic
available on the Munster GAA web- facilities are often non-existant. Toi- www.willyoumarryme.ie
site at let facilities in the 10 schools are
www.munster.gaa.ie/coaching- extremely basic and in many cases Where dreams come true
2/coaching-conference-2012/. Clos- are just open’ pit latrines’. Former
ing date for registration is Monday, Principal of both Kilkenny C.B.S and
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water, sanitation and hygiene ameni- to help plan your
ties in these centres of education ca-
Good Luck To Drom And Inch tering for over 10,000 students. The Wedding
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year after essentially the same panel
County Under 21 Champions, one of Lynch of Cappawhite and Micheal Relations Officer Ger Ryan at 086-
won the Munster B Hurling the pre-
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vious weekend. They now play the
Kilkenny Under 21s this year. This the team management pro.tipperary@gaa.ie on or before 3:
Ulster champions in the All-Ireland
match is another of the on-going fun- 0pm on Monday. Visit the Tipperary
Semi Final. There was significant
draising efforts in Kilkenny CBS as GAA web site at
Tipperary involvement. Cap-
part of the Zambia Immersion Tipperary GAA Scene http://tipperary.gaa.ie to keep up to
pawhite's Russell Quirke was the star
Project. The CBS has adopted what performer scoring 3-1 in the final. Information concerning all areas in date with all the latest news in
is known as the ‘WaSH’ Programme Others from Cappawhite included the GAA will appear in this section Tipperary GAA circles.
for 10 Zambian Schools run by the Sean Ryan (full back) and panellist in the future. If you wish to include
Christian Brothers. Eleven CBS stu- Kevin Stapleton. Tom Fox of Eire any item of interest in future articles,

8. Tipp Tatler www.tipptatler.ie
Letters 10th Kelly Clan Gathering to
Ref: Nenagh Silent Film Festival Nenagh community can be proud of Take place in Tipperary
hosting.
Sir: The next monthly public meeting is It might seem a long way to go, but Australia’s “famous son”, Ned Kelly,
to be held on Friday 9th March at the Tipperary is the venue for the 10th and also taking in various places of
The committee of the Nenagh Silent earlier time of 6.15pm in the Hiber- Kelly Clan Gathering. interest in the locality.
Film Festival (NSFF) would like to nian Inn. The focus for this meeting
say a very big thank you to everyone will be predominantly on preparation The Gathering dates are 17-19 May Mary Kelly, one of the organisers
who supported us during our recent for our participation in the 2012 2013 and will take place at the Dun- and a spokesperson for the Associa-
Street Collection Day. It was a great Nenagh Saint Patrick’s Day Parade, drum House Hotel which is situated tion, says that although the weekend
success and we were very happy with and also the adoption of the Nenagh amidst the beauty and splendour of will be action-packed, the atmos-
the funds raised. Also, a big thank Silent Film Festival Committee Con- Ireland’s Golden Vale in the heart of phere is relaxed. “It’s a real opportu-
you to the local businesses that gen- stitution. The NSFF is a community- Co. Tipperary. It is 21 years since nity for people who have a genetic,
erously allowed the NSFF to collect based volunteer initiative in support the last Kelly Clan Gathering was historic and cultural link to meet and
outside their premises. Thank you to of local tourism which is based held in Tipperary which makes it a have a good time, in a great location,
all the collectors and local council- around the art of silent film and all very special event, with guests ex- with the added benefit of learning
lors who offered their time to support are welcome to become involved. pected not only from Ireland, but about their ancestors as well as meet-
us on the day and are thoroughly be- Finally, the very best of luck to the USA, Canada, Australia, New Zea- ing their living relatives.”
hind this endeavour, and furthermore, silent film The Artist at the Oscars land, and the UK.
the people who worked behind the this coming Sunday, and also to the Further information can be found on
scenes in the organisation of stickers, two Irish short films Pentecost and During the weekend there will be a the Kelly Clan Website
information leaflets, tables and buck- The Shore, Albert Nobbs, which was tour of Moyglass (Killenaule), Co www.kellyclanireland.com email
ets. And last but not least a huge filmed in Ireland and to Northern Ire- Tipperary, which was the birth place clankellyinfo@gmail.com or phone
thank you to our very own Charlie land actor Kenneth Branagh (Best of Red John Kelly, the father of Mary Kelly on + 353 (0)86 3296475.
Chaplin who played a great part on Supporting Actor) for his role in My
the day. Week With Marilyn.
The NSFF initiative continues to
grow from strength to strength and Yours Sincerely, Frances Black At The Source
we’d like to announce that between The Source Arts Cen- received over the years.
now the actual event there will be a Michael McGee tre is delighted to host One thing is certain,
number of unique events and fund- Chair NSFF a welcome return to Frances has captured
raisers which will all lead to creating the sweetest voice of the hearts of audiences
a substantial Silent Film Festival the Ireland, Frances all around the world for
Black. Frances began the past 20 years, and
singing with her older her singing reflects her
siblings The Black inner strength and spirit
Aglish Old School Project – Update Family when she was
17 and is now one of
that few artists can
match.
Ireland’s best-loved
At the moment work has slowed a success in Aglish with the group los- and most enduring artists since the Join us for a very special evening and
little bit – but not a lot, not as much ing a combined weight of 55 ½ late 1980s. With a string of best-sell- be enchanted by Frances’ particular
activity around the hall everyday as stone. ing albums, awards and other acco- blend of charm and wit, coupled of
our Builders – Ken Gleeson - Cur- This is a fabulous achievement, and lades behind her, she has etched a course, with that gorgeous voice.
raghmore Carpentry, Plumber – according to a spokesperson from lasting impression on the music Why not make a night of it and come
Stephen Brennan, Electrician – Eoin RTE, The Aglish Village People scene at home and abroad. early to enjoy a meal or bar bites at
Reddan & Tiler – Mike Gavin Tiger were one of the most popular groups The Source Café from 7pm? Call
Tiles have all finished, we are now to take part. The group will continue In 1992 she really took the music 0504 58858 to book your meal ring
down to the nitty gritty of getting scene by storm when she featured on Matt on 0504 58858 for more details.
to meet every 2nd Sunday in the hall
everywhere tidied, this will see the the album A Woman’s Heart, which The Source Bar will be open from
after mass at 10am and meeting
committee & lots of locals pulling up went on to become the biggest-sell- 7pm.
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday
there sleeves to get the hall in shape ing album ever in Ireland. Her first Friday 16th March 8pm Tickets €22/
evening for walking. There are plans
for our grand opening. solo album, Talk to Me, was the €20 concession
to hold another “Boot Camp” in the
number 1 best-selling album in Ire- For more details go to
next couple of weeks. Keep an eye
Our latest project to bring a bit of land for 10 weeks, and The Essential www.thesourceartscentre.ie or ring
on our Facebook Page AGLISH
excitement to the village is ….. we Frances Black Collection, went plati- The Source Box Office at 0504
OLD SCHOOL PROJECT we will
have a picture entered onto the O2 num within three weeks of release. 90204
post when events are taking place.
website, to try & get the Irish Rugby Feel free to contact 086.0313786 for
team down to record there next TV The extent of Frances’ popularity
more info.
advert for O2. Obviously this means and talent has been reflected in all
we need votes – you only have to the awards and accolades that she has
follow the simple steps.
Log onto www.o2.ie/rugby
Click on View All
Go to Page 3 & Vote for the Aglish Club PROs email
Old School Project Photo. & tell
everyone you know to do the same your club notes, photos,
thing, Voting closes on 25th March &
you should be able to vote everyday.
events etc. To
info@tipptatler.ie
This all came about from the group
doing Operation Transformation
which has turned out to be a huge

9. We answer some of the questions you might have about the Household Tax
Q: How much is the household tax?
€100 Q: How much would a property and
water tax be? Q: Can a fine be deducted from my
wages or social welfare?
Probably more than €1000 a year. Not unless the government changes the
law. And only then if the local authority
Who has to register/pay? takes you to court and the court finds
Q: Every homeowner in the state
Q: Can I be charged extra if I don't against you.
(1.8m) is being asked to register. Every pay?
homeowner is being asked to pay except Yes. There is a 10% late charge for the
some groups such as council tenants first 6 months, a 20% late charge for the
(including shared ownership), people living
in named ghost estates, those entitled to
second six months and a 30% late charge
after that. There is also an extra 1% Q: Can this be stopped?
Yes. If a huge number of people
mortgage interest supplement and owners charge for each month. That means a refuse to register, the government will be
of commercial property. penalty of €42 in a year. unable to bring everyone to court. This
campaign will appeal to trade unionists to
boycott all work aimed at penalising non-
When is the deadline for payers. There will be an almighty political
Q: registration? March 31 2012
Q: Can I be fined for non- storm if the government start cases against
registration? ordinary workers protesting against an un-
Yes. But this is not an automatic fine. The just tax used to fund an unjust bailout. The
Will this money be used to local authority would have to take you to Campaign also intends to establish a legal
Q: improve local services? court and the court would have to find defense fund from some of the €5 mem-
No. Local authority budgets have been against you. You could receive a "Class bership fees paid by those who join the
slashed to pay for the bailout and this tax C" fine of up to a maximum €2500. campaign.
will not even cover all these cuts.
Has a government ever been
Q: Why does the government want
you to register?
Q: beaten on an issue like this?
Yes. Thatcher's poll tax was defeated in
It wants the information you give them Britain. "People Power" beat water charg-
when registering to build up a database. es here in the 1990's.
They would not be able to introduce prop-
erty tax (2013) and water tax (2014) with-
out this. Q: What can I do to support the
campaign?
Don't register. Don't pay. Contact us.
Isn't a a property tax Take a window poster, car sticker, leaflets.
Q: progressive? Come to your local meeting. Get your
There is nothing "progressive" about tax- friends, neighbours, workmates involved.
ing the homes of ordinary people. The Spread the word. Join the Campaign by
mansions of the super-wealthy should be paying the €5 membership fee to help
taxed but this can be done instead via a fund Campaign materials and the legal
wealth and assets tax. defense fund.
For additional information see the longer FAQ on the Campaign website
www.nohouseholdtax.org
Campaign Hotline 1890 989800
CAMPAIGN AGAINST HOUSEHOLD AND WATER TAXES

10. Tipp Tatler www.tipptatler.ie
Tipperary Schools through to
National Finals of Primary Science Advertising Sales Agents
Competition Required in all areas
The South East Regional Finals of the
Ericsson Primary Science Competi- Please apply to:
tion took place last week and winners HR Dept., Tipp Tatler, Curraghgraigue, Borrisoleigh
from Wexford, Waterford, Kilkenny,
Carlow and Tipperary now going Co. Tipperary or email: info@tipptatler.ie
through to the National Final which
take place in Athlone on March 15th.
Nenagh Choral Society’s
The Ericsson Primary Science Com-
petition is a fun science competition Beauty and the Beast
that encourages primary students to Cahir Boys NS, Cahir, 1st Prize Win-
explore science through class projects ners Middle Category
Nenagh Choral Society’s production So why not step into the enchanted
and presentations. The competition of Disney Beauty and the Beast world of Broadway’s modern clas-
attracted a range of projects repre- opens March 24th – 31st at the CBS sic! Based on the Academy-Award
senting almost 6000 students nation- Hall with shows nightly at 8pm ex- winning animated feature, the stage
ally this year and South Eastern cept Sunday 25th show at 4pm. version of Disney’s BEAUTY AND
Regional Final was held in Carlow THE BEAST includes all of the
last week. There was certainly no As rehearsal continue for Nenagh wonderful songs written by Alan
shortage of excitement in this region- Choral Society’s production of Dis- Menken and the late Howard Ash-
al final. From biology to energy, stu- ney Beauty and the Beast which man along with new songs by Mr.
dent teams presented their projects to opens March 24th – 31st at the CBS Menken and Tim Rice. You will be
judges with infectious enthusiasm Hall the society is pleased to an- transported to the heart of provincial
and curiosity. Knockavilla NS, Dundrum, 2nd Prize nounce that in conjunction with life in a lovely French town. When
Winners Middle Category Nenagh Library they are hosting an Maurice becomes lost in the woods
evening of story telling for our on the way to the fair, he seeks shel-
younger generation on Thursday 8th ter in an old castle, but the master of
Winners in the senior category were Michael Gallagher, Managing Direc- March 6:30 - 7:30pm. A great op- the castle is a horrible beast that
Charman an Charraig, Bhain Thuaid, tor of Ericsson in Ireland commented portunity for the little ones in the takes him captive. Maurice’s daugh-
Loch Garman [1st], Scoil Niamh Fia- “For us, supporting the National Sci- family to hear the story of Beauty ter, Belle, must then give up her
cra, Freshford, Kilkenny [2nd] and ence Competition is about helping to and the Beast, get details on our freedom to save his life. Belle’s tam-
Holy Family BNS, Askea, Co. Car- foster an active spirit of curiosity and colouring competition and show, ing of the unfortunate Beast and his
low [3rd]. Winners in the middle cat- inquiry about science and technology hear the music, talk to those playing ultimate transformation back into a
egory were Cahir Boys NS, Cahir, in young students at the earliest pos- the characters. Relive the magic its handsome prince enthralled Broad-
Co. Tipperary [1st], Knockavilla NS, sible age. This is fundamental to fun for the family. way audiences for over 13 years.
Dundrum, Co. Tipperary [2nd] and Ireland’s aspiration to be a leading Tickets for Beauty and the Beast go This ‘tale as old as time’ is filled
Rathgormack NS, Carrick on Suir, Knowledge Economy and we believe on sale at DK travel on Saturday with spectacular costumes. BEAU-
Co. Waterford [3rd]. that it’s vital to sow the seeds of en- morning March 10th - 086 3122725. TY AND THE BEAST is sure to
thusiasm as early as possible. Mol an bring our entire community together
oige agus tiochfaidh said.” for family theatre at its best.
A series of regional finals will be
held across Ireland in the coming
week and winners in each regional The competition is co-ordinated by
Has Tipperary got Talent?
final will go forward to the national development agency Atlantic Corri-
Open Mic Night: Saturday 24th • Write to tell us about you
final which takes place in Athlone on dor which has developed a strong and
March at 8pm at The Source, and your proposed act in less than
March 15th. Winners in each catego- innovative range of programmes in
Thurles 300 words. Please include your name,
ry in the National Final will receive a science and technology promotion in
address, email address, phone number
2,000 Euro voucher for computers recent years. Jackie Gorman, CEO of
Come and show us your talent! The and age.
and science equipment for their Atlantic Corridor commented ; “ the
good citizens of Tipperary have been • Applications can be
school and will have the opportunity regional final today was wonderful
asking for an open mic night... so emailed to director@sourcearts.ie or
to visit the Ericsson Software Cam- and it was very much a case of hands
here it is! Director, The Source Arts Centre,
pus in Athlone. on, minds open. It was wonderful to
see such great projects presented with Thurles, Co. Tipperary.
such confidence. This is a vital and Whether your skill is comedy, music, • Please apply before Friday
early intervention in the promotion of dance or ... well... anything really... 9th March 2012 to be included.
Ericsson, the world-leading provider STEM [science, technology, engi- then come and be part of The • An entry fee of €5 must be
of telecommunications equipment, is neering and maths] subjects. “ Source’s first open mic night! included with your application. In the
sponsoring this competition in an ef- case of email entries please submit €5
fort to provide primary school stu- Further details on the Science Com- We’ve 20 slots, 5 mins each, and a to Box Office in cash or by credit or
dents with an insight into the petition, the Atlantic Conference good old fashioned clapometre to laser card.
excitement of science and maths in 2012 and a range of other initiatives choose the winner! It’s about having • We will be in touch with
today’s world. promoting STEM can be found on a laugh, showing off, and, who you during the week of 12th March.
www.atlanticcorridor.ie. You can al- knows, discovering the next Des Please keep an eye on this page for
so find Atlantic Corridor on Face- Bishop or Maeve Higgins, Rihanna or details on this and other events as and
book and follow it on Twitter @ Coldplay! when they come up!
atlanticcorrid or contact 057 93 Limited availibility
23902 for further details. To book your slot:
Entry fee is non refundable