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By Ger Ryan PRO
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METAL Munster SH Championship decade with their last win coming in the
2003 championship when they defeated
Dismantlers RECYCLING We wish the Tipperary hurlers the best of Waterford in the Munster quarter-final at
luck as the start the defence of their Mun- Dungarvan by 0-18 to 1-12. They were
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Munster Chauffeurs lost once against Cork in 2010. The refe-
ree for Sunday’s game is Barry Kelly of
porters are advised to purchase tickets in
advance to avoid queues and possible de-
Westmeath. The winners will play Cork in lays.
the Munster semi-final on Sunday June
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Get Your Shorts Out for the Chance to come early and give vocal support to the and the hurling game is at 7.30pm. The
footballers who will start as outsiders footballers under manager, Jim O’Meara
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stage and Kerry are looking to achieve a 3 recent weeks for these games and we
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in a row of victories over Tipperary. Inter-
who were making a short during our
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estingly, just as with Limerick in hurling,
festival” commented festival director
val will now be hosting a competition Tipperary have played 63 championship day evening. The football team is
Gary Hoctor. “We believe this will
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really add to the enjoyment level of
years. The shortlisted films will be championship. Kerry won 53, Tipperary Rovers and the hurling captain is Eddie
our festival. We already get lots of
screened at the festival and judged by won 5 and 5 games were drawn. The last Connolly of Loughmore Castleiney.
filmmakers coming to Birr for the
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have the added dimension of this
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Tipperary GAA Scene Thinking of sinking a well
(Continued)
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a business, then Wednesday 30th trait and in an effort to boost entre- tern?
Adsmart was founded in In April 2009 by Tom Ry-
May is a date you should put in preneurship in the county are host- * Are there supports available to
an with just 2 staff - himself and a part time Graph-
your diary straight away. From 4 - ing this landmark event. The Who help the unemployed become self
ic designer. However, with the support of a loyal
customer base and the Tipperary North County En- 8 p.m. at the North Tipperary Coun- to talk to event will feature over 40 employed?
terprise Board, the firm has achieved significant ty Council Civic Offices on Limer- information desks/ stands, seminars, Then come along to the Civic Offic-
growth and now employs 12 people in Nenagh and ick Road the ‘Who to talk to’ expo workshops, clinics and networking es on 30th May. Sometimes it is
Dublin. Tomas Ryan graduated from NUI Galway will be open to the public and is freeopportunities for anyone looking for difficult to find the right person or
in 2006 having completed a Higher Diploma in to attend. advice, grants or merely exploring organisation and every agency and
Marketing Practice. Previous to that he completed a opportunities. The workshop ele- organisation that offers help, advice,
B Comm from NUI Galway majoring in Marketing There are many challenges facing ment will also provide information funding, education and mentoring to
and Economics. the Irish economy today, with un- on some of the new initiatives an- small and medium sized enterprises
employment running at 14.5%, the nounced in the recently launched in addition to all the main banks
Prior to establishing Adsmart, Tom worked in mar- fifth highest in the EU along with an Action Plan for Jobs such as the will be there. Do take advantage of
keting with a number of local companies most nota-
alarming rate of company failure. loan guarantee scheme, micro cred- the opportunity to find out whatever
bly with Stakelums Retail Group in Thurles and In
Store Ltd based in Dublin. He held the position of Despite the doom, gloom and aus- it, ConnectIreland etc. it is that you need to know.
Marketing Manager with Stakelum’s Retail Park terity, the number of newly created
having responsibility for development of the Stake- companies in 2011 suggests that If you have you ever asked Check out www.tipperary.com for
lum Brand, launch of the €15M Retail Park at Race- entrepreneurship remains a strong * Where can I get funding for my regular updates in the run up to the
course Rd, Thurles, and management of marketing trait of the Irish workforce. The business? event.
and advertising initiatives such as the successful North Tipperary County Develop- * How do I go about exporting?
“Stake Fest” initiative. Tom always wanted to run
his own company and so made the decision to set
up “Adsmart” as a marketing and business develop-
ment consultancy providing a range of services to
SME in the Region who do not have in house mar-
keting capabilities but who need to avail of market-
ing expertise to grow their businesses. Adsmart is a
one stop solution for marketing services offering
value, expertise and knowledge to its customers in-
cluding Marketing Consultancy, Graphic Design,
Print Management and Brokerage, Web Design &
Optimisation, Signage Management, Sales Train-
ing, Business Mentoring etc.
Adsmart is now the Region’s premier full service
marketing company powered by a dynamic and ex-
perienced team of consultants, designers, develop-
ers and marketers that work as an extension of your
marketing department. They work in an integrated
way to maximise the client’s on- and off-line profile
and communicate their message in a way that really
hits home with targeted leads.
The Adsmart team of skilled and highly experi-
enced Consultants, Marketers, Designers and De-
velopers work in tandem to deliver results to clients
whether it be web design, graphic design, retail con-
sultancy or print. Adsmart is currently expanding
relationships with partner companies in the UK and
Europe to bring their services further afield in the
coming months and years. Adsmart have worked
tirelessly to implement a robust management sys-
tem and are working toward ISO certification in
2012.
Adsmart won the Tipperary North County Enter-
prise Board’s “Best New Business” Award in
2011. The enterprise has been awarded Priming
Grants by the Enterprise Board to aid its growth and
development as they believe that the business has WHEN? Wednesday 30th May, 4.00p.m. - 8.00p.m.
the potential to trade internationally and contribute
highly skilled jobs in the county in the short to me-
WHERE? County Council Civic Offices, Limerick Road, Nenagh
dium term. An initiative of the North Tipperary County Development Board designed
Tom’s ambitions are clearly emphasised by the to inspire, encourage and inform new and existing business promoters
firm’s mantra: Building a really excellent company about supports available for business creation and development.
that delivers fantastic results for our customers, in-
spiring their undying loyalty so they tell their pals
all about how good Adsmart really are! This landmark event is free to all and will feature over 40 information
desks / stands, 2 seminars, 4 workshops, clinics & networking opportu-
Managing Director, Tom Ryan went on to endorse
the upcoming event nities for anyone looking for advice, grants or merely exploring opportu-
nities.
“In these difficult economic times, it is vital that
businesses consider and take advantage of all the
wonderful organisation/groups available to help,
support and advise businesses. The “Who to Talk to
“expo is one of a kind and will be a one stop shop
Further information at 067-33086
for all businesses and entrepreneurs looking for ad- www.tipperary.com
vice and support.”

10. Tipp Tatler www.tipptatler.ie
it
Vis The Tipperary Fayre
Chef Catherine Fulvio, one of Naomi’s Café in
Ireland’s top celebrity chefs, is coming Thurles is focus-
Open: 10.30am - 6pm 7 Days
to the Source as part of the Tipperary ing on healthy lunchboxes that chil-
Fayre 2012. Catherine is going to dren will eat at 2pm . Both of these
showcase some of her favourite sum- great demonstrations are free but you
mer dishes. Tickets are only €10 and need to book your seat (again call 0504
are on sale now at the Source on 0504 90204).
90204 or online. Catherine will be
putting on her apron at 4.30pm on Sat- Apart from the great demonstrations,
Fairy Fort Farm, Summerhill, Borrisoleigh urday 2nd June. Denis from Premier one of the things that make this event
(Just off the Templemore Rd. 1 mile from Borrisoleigh) Find us on Meats in Thurles will be holding a quite different is the focus on Tipper-
086-402 1659 www.fairyfortfarm.com butchery demonstration at 12.30 where ary produce. The event is being held at
he’ll be sharing his skills and you’ll the Source in Thurles on the 2nd June
get the opportunity to learn about all and has over 40 stalls, so come and
the different cuts of meat and the best see what is on offer.
way to cook them. Naomi from
Growing Food Workshop Dates for Your Diary
24th May: Dad’s n Lads Basketball Carrick-on-Suir. A great line up of tal-
at Fairy Fort Farm, Borrisoleigh Presentation Sports Complex Thurles ent promised.
From 8pm to 9pm on two Thursdays 26th August: The Tipperary Relay
This Saturday 26th May there is an the afternoon exploring the beautiful every month. The following dates: for Life event will take place at Toom-
interactive, practical workshop com- landscape of Fairy Fort Farm with May 24th, June 7th, June 20th evara GAA Club on Saturday 25th and
bining awareness and practical emphasis on wild plants and how to (Wednesday), July 5th, July 19th, Au- Sunday 26th. At the heart of Relay is
skills to grow food, stay healthy work with them and how humans gust 2nd,August 16th. the opportunity to celebrate cancer sur-
and connect with your environ- can begin to be a beneficial influ- 31st May: Launch of the Clancy vivors and to remember those who
ment at Fairy Fort Farm, Borriso- ence on the planet”. Phone 085- Brothers Music and Arts Festival in have left us.
leigh. 7027828 to book and for directions.
Please bring lunch to share and
John Baker of Earth Repair who is weather appropriate clothing. Plants
holding the day long course told us and seedlings also for sale on the
Chronic Muscular Pain
“In the morning we will be helping day. For more information and an Many patients attend our clinics with Myofascial Release Therapy. Mas-
turn bare soil, previously cultivated informative article by John visit chronic muscular pain. Some people sage and other types of hands-on
by pigs, into a productive plot and in www.fairyfortfarm.wordpress.com may already have been diagnosed therapy may only give temporary re-
with Myofascial pain syndrome or lief.
Chronic Myofascial Pain by their
Tipperary Alliance for a doctor or consultant. Other patients So what is Myofascial Release Ther-
self-refer directly to us and have apy?
No Vote never had a diagnosis. These patients It is a specialised hands-on treatment,
are in chronic pain, purely because of combining soft tissue techniques and
A Tipperary based group has been set • This ESM treaty gives control over chronic muscular dysfunction, which muscle energy knowledge. Each indi-
up to campaign for a No vote in the Eurozone financial affairs to an un- may never have been detected, or in- vidual muscle has a particular resting
forthcoming fiscal treaty referendum. elected group of bureaucrats who will
deed may have been previously inef- position, in which the release therapy
The group is not allied to any political be immune from legal or parliamenta-
fectively treated. These patients can will be highly effective. Once the re-
party but consists of individuals who ry rules or control*.
present with localised pain, referred lease has been performed, the clini-
are concerned that every treaty which
is pushed through takes away control The Tipperary Alliance For a No pain, stiffness, varying levels of de- cian may release secondary
over our affairs and brings nearer the Vote intend to liaise with like minded bilitation and difficulties possibly Myofascial trigger points to give
formation of a European superstate groups and individuals involved in the with sporting activities or even day to greater relief to the patient. Stretch-
dominated by Germany and France. No campaign. The group has set up a day activities. Anyone can have ing techniques and other modalities
website at Myofascial pain, young, old, unfit may then be used to optimise results
The group believes that www.tipperaryallianceforanovote.com and fit individuals. The easiest way before treatment is finished. The
and intends to host a public debate to determine if the pain is Myofas- physiotherapist may also give the pa-
• The Fiscal Compact Treaty will do with a keynote speaker from both cial, is to contact your local Char- tient some home exercises to adhere
nothing to solve the financial crisis in sides and an independent chairman. tered Physiotherapist, and enquire if to, to encourage the problematic
the Eurozone. Further details are available on the they specialise in Myofascial Release muscle to return to normal functional
website or phone 086 0518934 if you Therapy. The Physiotherapist will capacity. Treatment will continue
• The treaty is a further step towards a would like to be involved. then access the muscle or muscle until either there are no palpable
federal European state. group to determine if Myofascial Myofascial trigger points, or until the
*The ESM will be wholly exempt from trigger points are present. These are patients complaints have been allevi-
• The austerity guaranteed by the trea- any possible legal action concerning its hyperirritable nodules within a palpa- ated.
ty is part of a move to make private conduct. Article 35 of the treaty estab- ble taut band of muscle. If present,
citizens ultimately pay for bank bail- lishing the ESM states that “the Chair- these trigger points confirm the diag- It is important that when seeking
outs. person of the Board of Governors, nosis of Myofascial Pain Syndrome treatment from a Physiotherapist, to
• The European Stability Mechanism Governors, alternate Governors, Direc- and may prove to be the root cause of ask if they are a “Chartered Physio-
(ESM) Treaty on which we are being tors, alternate Directors, as well as the the patients pain.. Unless, these trig- therapist”.
denied a vote is intertwined with the Managing Director and other staff
ger points are released, the patients
Fiscal Compact Treaty. members shall be immune from legal
proceedings with respect to acts per-
complaints will not reduce. The only Therese Ryan & Dan Walsh both
• This ESM treaty makes Ireland formed by them in their official capaci- long-lasting way to alleviate symp- members of the Irish Society of
ty and shall enjoy inviolability in toms is to attend a Chartered Chartered Physiotherapists practicing
guarantee unlimited funds for future
bailouts of insolvent banks and other respect of their official papers and doc- Physiotherapist who performs Myo- in Thurles and Templemore. For ap-
uments.” fascial Release Therapy or a modifi- pointments please phone 0504-
countries.
cation of this treatment called Active 26090.

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