Welcome to the Copper Post, a new online newsletter that covers the communities of Dunhill, Fenor, Boatstrand and Annestown.

In this week's newsletter...

• SPORT

  • Dunhill GAA

  • Na Gaeil GAA

• COMMUNITY & SUPPORT

  • Comhar Comaraigh Network

  • Community Alert

• EDUCATION & LEARNING

  • Dunhill NS

  • Tiny Tots Playschool

• NATURE & ENVIRONMENT

  • Dunhill Tidy Towns & Heritage Keepers

  • Interesting Places

• MISCELLANEOUS

  • Job Notices

  • Property

  • Death Notices

  • Weather

NEWSLETTER SPONSOR

Harney’s Bar

Many a parish note was submitted to the newspapers over the years by Harney’s so it’s lovely to have them as the first sponsor of our new newsletter. A big thank you.

SPORT

Dunhill GAA

Jog & Jargon

Looking for a fun way to stay active and meet new people? The Dunhill GAA Healthy Club Subcommittee invites you to join Jog & Jargon – a weekly walk-to-run session for all fitness levels!

📅 When? Every Wednesday at 6:30 PM
📍 Where? Dunhill GAA Walking Track
👟 Led by: Hilary, Michelle, and Julie

• All levels welcome – Walk to Run!

• Pavilion Membership: €10 (Waived for paid-up Dunhill GAA members)

• Participation is at your own risk

🗓️ Starting: March 5th, 2025

For more details, contact Hilary at 086-0809678.

National Club Draw

Dunhill GAA is taking part in the GAA National Club Draw 2025, and you don’t want to miss out! This is your chance to win fantastic prizes while supporting your local club.

💰 Top Prizes Include:
1️⃣ €50,000 Cash Prize
2️⃣ €20,000 Cash Prize
3️⃣ €10,000 Cash Prize
4️⃣ €5,000 Cash Prize
5️⃣ €5,000 Cash Prize
6️⃣ €2,500 Holiday Voucher
7️⃣ All-Ireland Hurling & Football Final Package 2025 (Tickets, accommodation & dinner for two)
8️⃣ All-Ireland Hurling & Football Final Package 2025
9️⃣ All-Ireland Football Final Package 2025
🔟 All-Ireland Hurling Final Package 2025

📅 Draw Date: March 26th, 2025

🎟️ Tickets Available From: Any Committee Member or Player
🔗 More details & T&Cs: www.gaa.ie/nationalclubdraw

Get your ticket today – your support makes a huge difference!

Dunhill Sports Centre

Strength & Conditioning Training Classes 💪

🏋️ When? Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Where? Dunhill GAA Centre
📞 Contact: Tommy Colfer at 087-9725247

Expert-led Strength & Conditioning (S&C) training to improve fitness, strength, and endurance. Suitable for all levels!

A History Of Dunhill GAA

Looking to dive into the rich history of Dunhill GAA? Senan Cooke’s book, A History of Dunhill GAA – Sporting & Cultural Perspectives, is now available!

📍 Where? Contact any member of the Dunhill GAA Committee.
✍ Signed copies available
💰 Price: €30

This is a must-read for anyone with an interest in the heritage, achievements, and cultural impact of Dunhill GAA. Don't miss your chance to own a signed copy—pick yours up today! 📚

Na Gaeil GAA

Na Gaeil hurling and football training has returned to our top-class 3G pitches in Dunhill and Fenor for our young athletes!

👦 Who? Under 8s (born 2017) to Under 11s (born 2014)
📍 Where? Dunhill & Fenor 3G Pitches
⚡ New Players Welcome!

We’re always looking for new players of all ages to join our teams—come give it a try! Whether you’re new to the game or haven’t played for a while, this is a great opportunity to develop skills, make friends, and be part of a fantastic club.

📞 For more info, contact Na Gaeil secretary Michael O’Brien at 083-3344988.

COMMUNITY & SUPPORT

Comhar Comaraigh Network

Comeragh Community Network (CCN) was established in 2024 as a three-year pilot project, requiring a full-time coordinator to get it off the ground. Its goal is to create a collaborative network of communities where members, where relevant, work together to enhance the Comeragh area.

📍 The Comeragh District stretches from Annestown/Dunhill to Ballymacarbry/Touraneena-Sliabh gCua. We have identified:
✔ 22 villages
✔ 30 social enterprises
✔ 25 GAA, Camogie, and Ladies Football clubs
🏑 Dunhill & Fenor GAA and St Anne’s Camogie & Ladies Football Club are included.

All voluntary groups across the region, including local initiatives such as Ecopark, Fenor Bog, Anne Valley, and the four villages of Dunhill, Fenor, Boatstrand, and Annestown, can operate under the CCN umbrella if interested.

We have identified many untapped resources, opportunities, and funding streams, which are best accessed through a network with a full-time coordinator. The challenge is to unlock these valuable resources, and CCN aims to add real value—we welcome our future success being judged by results. 🌟

Community Alert

The Dunhill Community Alert Group AGM was held on Tuesday, February 25th, in the Community Hall. We would like to acknowledge and thank all those who attended the meeting.

We also extend our thanks to Gene Hourihane of Sunstream Energy Solutions, who gave an informative and worthwhile talk on the benefits of renewable solar energy.

The outgoing officers were returned unopposed: Donal Murphy, John Galloway, and David Foran.

Membership of the group remains €5 per person, and we encourage all members to support us. We also invite new members—please forward your name, membership fee, and phone number to any committee member to activate your account.

Our next meeting will be held in May.

EDUCATION & LEARNING

Dunhill NS

Looking for a great way to start your day while supporting a wonderful cause? Come along to our Coffee Morning Fundraiser and enjoy a warm cup of coffee, delicious treats, and friendly company!

📅 Date: Friday, March 7th
⏰ Time: 9:30 AM
📍 Location: Harneys Bar

This event is in aid of Dunhill N.S Parents Council, helping to support important initiatives for our school community.

We welcome donations of baked goods, so if you’d like to contribute, your generosity would be greatly appreciated!

Tiny Tots Playschool

Tiny Tots Playschool Dunhill is now accepting enrollments for September 2025! 🌈✨

✅ ECCE & NCS schemes available
🕘 Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 AM – 12 PM
👧Full-time & part-time places available

📞 Contact Bernie at 089 4231867
📧 Email: [email protected]

A fully inclusive, play centered, community playschool. 🌟💛

NATURE & ENVIRONMENT

Dunhill Tidy Towns & Heritage Keepers

📅 Date: Sunday, 6th April 2025
📍 Location: Dunhill Community Hall

Dunhill Heritage Keepers & Tidy Village groups will hold Heritage Place Day, taking place on Sunday, 6th April 2025, in the afternoon in Dunhill Community Hall.

The concept of a Place Day is rooted in the idea of celebrating and reconnecting with the unique character, history, stories, achievements and activities that define our locality. It provides an opportunity for community members to explore the heritage of our surroundings, deepen their sense of belonging, and strengthen local pride.

By highlighting the cultural, sporting, historical, community and environmental treasures of Dunhill, we aim to inspire renewed interest in preserving and sharing our collective past, and present for future generations.

This event is being hosted to:

Celebrate and showcase the built, cultural and natural heritage of Dunhill and its surrounding areas.

• Strengthen community ties by bringing together residents, local organisations, and heritage enthusiasts.

• Encourage participation in community, sporting, heritage, cultural and educational activities.

• Waterford Council Heritage with the input from Tidy   Towns and Heritage Keeper has made a Dunhill Heritage Board which will be available in April.

• The Council are also considering signs for Dunhill and Ballinageeragh Dolmen. The decision will be made by the end of March and is funding dependent.

• Waterford County Council provided funding for new fencing on Ballinageeragh bend (see photo above). This will be erected by Tidy Town volunteers and the bend planted and decorated with decorative stone and with pollinator plants.

Interesting Places

Matthewstown Passage Tomb: A Hidden Gem of County Waterford

Location
Nestled just 1.6 km (1 mile) north of Fenor, the Matthewstown Passage Tomb offers sweeping views of the surrounding countryside, including a stunning vista of the Comeragh Mountains.

History
Dating back to between 2500 and 2000 BC, Matthewstown Passage Tomb is a fascinating piece of local history. Known locally as Thomas McCabe's Bed, it is believed that a local outlaw named Thomas McCabe once spent a night here—much like the legendary "Diarmuid and Gráinne's Beds" found throughout Ireland.

The tomb is part of a group of smaller passage tombs in County Waterford, sharing similarities with those in Cornwall and the Scilly Isles. This led to the term "Scilly-Tramore group," which suggests the tombs may have been built by seafarers from Cornwall.

Description
The tomb itself measures 4.5 meters (15 feet) in length and about 1.8 meters (6 feet) in width. It features two rows of five standing stones, or orthostats, that rise to about 1 meter (3.5 feet). The tomb is capped with four large stone slabs, completing this impressive and ancient structure.

MISCELLANEOUS

Job Notices

Part-Time Coordinator Position at Dunhill GAA Centre

Are you an organised, people-friendly multitasker with a passion for coordinating events and community activities? Dunhill GAA Centre is looking for a dedicated individual to help manage activities, bookings, and events in our busy community hub.

Key Responsibilities:

🎉 Oversee and run children’s birthday parties
👥 Coordinate staff for birthday parties
🏕️ Assist in organising seasonal camps (Easter, Summer, Halloween)
📞 Handle phone enquiries, return messages, and confirm bookings
💪 Manage gym memberships, including renewal reminders
📢 Promote centre activities such as gym sessions, classes, camps, and events
🧹 Maintain general cleanliness and upkeep of the premises

What We’re Looking For:

✔ Strong organisational skills & a passion for working with people
✔ A genuine enthusiasm for working with children and creating fun activities
✔ A proactive attitude towards promoting events and engaging with the community
✔ Basic social media skills (Facebook & Instagram)
⭐ Desirable: Childcare studies qualification or an exercise-to-music qualification

The Details:

🕒 Flexible part-time hours (minimum 10 hours per week)
💰 Competitive pay (negotiable)

📧 Interested? Apply today! Email your application to [email protected]
📞 For more information, contact Tombo White at 086-3657358

Caretaker/Groundsperson Position Available

Dunhill GAA Club Facility is looking for a Caretaker/Groundsperson to join our team through the local Community Employment Programme. This is a great opportunity to work in a community-focused environment while gaining valuable experience.

🕒 Hours: 19.5 per week
💪 Perks: Free gym membership
⏳ Flexibility: Flexible working hours
💰 Pay: Minimum rate of €259.50 per week

Requirements:

✅ No experience necessary – Training will be provided
✅ Eligible applicants must have been on a Jobseekers Payment for one year or more (TÚS eligibility)

Duties Include:

🌱 Grass cutting, strimming & weeding of pitch grounds
⚽ Lining the pitch & setting up for matches as required
🗑️ Litter pickup & waste management
🏟️ Maintenance of artificial pitch & dressing rooms
🔧 General maintenance & upkeep of pitch grounds

📞 Interested? Contact Tombo White at 086-3657358 for more information.

Cleaner Position Available

Dunhill GAA Centre is seeking a Cleaner to join our team through the local Community Employment Programme. This is a great opportunity to work in a community-focused environment while gaining valuable experience.

🕒 Hours: 19.5 per week
💪 Perks: Free gym membership
⏳ Flexibility: Flexible working hours
💰 Pay: Minimum rate of €259.50 per week

Requirements:

✅ No experience necessary – Training will be provided
✅ Eligible applicants must have been on a Jobseekers Payment for one year or more (TÚS eligibility)

Duties Include:

🧹 General cleaning of the GAA Centre interior

📞 Interested? Contact Tombo White at 086-3657358 for more information.

Property

Death Notices

Weather