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Irish Examiner
6 hours ago
- Business
- Irish Examiner
Six-month disruption to Waterford train services as flood defence works begin
Train services in Waterford will be disrupted for six months from next week to facilitate works tackling repeated flooding along the line. Iarnród Éireann said the flood prevention works, undertaken by contractors for Waterford City and County Council (WCCC), will address recurring flooding on the approach to Waterford and ensure the railway service is climate resilient. The works will affect off-peak rail services from Monday to Thursday starting next Monday, August 25. The company said the works will take place from 8am to 2.30pm on Mondays to Thursdays from August 25 to November 27, and again from January 5 to March 26 next year. It said customers and commuters should be aware of the following service alterations from next week: The 7.20am and 10.15am Dublin Heuston to Waterford services will terminate in Kilkenny, with bus transfers to Thomastown and Waterford. The 11am and 1.05pm Waterford to Dublin Heuston services will have bus transfers from Waterford and Thomastown to Kilkenny. The 9.45am. Limerick Junction to Waterford service will terminate at Carrick-on-Suir, with bus transfers to Waterford. Iarnród Éireann said these changes mean only two of the eight daily services each way between Waterford and Dublin are affected from Monday to Thursday. Weekend services will run as normal, and a full schedule will operate throughout December and the New Year period to support city centre traders and tourism. During the same period, works will also be carried out to install a new electrical signalling system to replace the existing mechanical system. Iarnród Éireann said the line closure for flood works, part of WCCC's Waterford North Quays development, is 'required and unavoidable' and that the programme "seeks to balance the timescale for delivery of the flood defence system with avoiding disruption to the busiest rail services on the route." Jim Meade, chief executive of Iarnród Éireann said: "The Waterford North Quays project is a transformative one for Waterford and for public transport serving the city. As well as delivering a new integrated transport hub incorporating a relocated Plunkett Station, it will resolve the recurring flooding issues which have disrupted rail services to and from Waterford for many years. "This is a trend which has worsened with the impact of climate change, so it is far-sighted to incorporate these works in the wider programme. "While any disruption is regretted, we believe the programme strikes the right balance between the needs of rail customers and the efficient delivery of these crucial flood defence works," he said.
Extra.ie
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
Oasis land in Ireland ahead of mammoth Croke Park gigs
Oasis have landed in Ireland ahead of their huge two gigs in Croke Park this weekend. The Gallagher brothers et al are finally reaching our shores on Saturday and Sunday (August 16 and 17) for their reunion tour, nearly one year since they announced the tour and 16 years since their acrimonious split in 2009. The 162,000 people, and the country in general, are clearly mad fer it ahead of this weekend — with the band's rhythm guitarist and founding member Paul 'Bonehead' Arthurs sharing a photo from a plane window showing the country from above, confirming the news that we've all been waiting for. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Paul Arthurs (@boneheadspage) Bonehead simply had one instruction for the Irish contingent on this leg of the tour in between Irish flag emojis and dance emojis: captioning the pic 'bring the noise,' while the comments were reaching a fever pitch ahead of the gigs. 'Awe class. See you in 3 days,' one person commented. 'All my dreams will actually come true once I see it's real. Keep up being the photographer during the tour. Some pics you've taken. Love it,' while another added 'Welcome to Dublin! Cannot wait to see you on Sunday!!' 'Bringing it all back home, enjoy every second Paul,' another added, while another wrote 'I hope you're ready Paul.' Oasis are in Ireland ahead of their Croke Park gigs this weekend. Pic: Emmett/Fear PR/PA Wire The band all have some Irish in them being second generation with Noel and Liam's parents famously being from Mayo and Meath. Bonehead, Tony 'Guigsy' McGuigan and original drummer Tony Carroll also all have Irish heritage. Oasis Mania has taken over the country ahead of the gigs, with Dublin Port sharing a video of the convoy of trucks that are carrying the stage ahead of the shows, while videos on TikTok have also seen what the stadium will look like. Of course, with so many people heading to the capital from around the country, logistics are set to be a huge part of the show — with Irish Rail issuing advice for people heading to the gigs, confirming that a number of intercity trains have sold out from Friday to Sunday. The band are set to play two huge gigs in Croke Park on Saturday and Sunday. Pic:A spokesperson for the rail service confirmed a busy weekend was coming up, with a number of Intercity routes already sold out from Friday through to Sunday. Remaining tickets were selling 'fast' with concert-goers advised to organise their travel plans to and from the capital as soon as possible. Train users are advised that tickets will not be available to purchase at Intercity train stations on the day, and customers must travel on the train they have booked. A number of additional trains have been put on, including an 8am Cork to Dublin Heuston service and a 10.15am Waterford to Dublin Heuston Service. The additional trains from Dublin are 00.30 Dublin Heuston to Galway and 00.40 Heuston to Cork — with a connection at Limerick Junction for Limerick. As the returning services leave after midnight, the date on the ticket will be August 17.
Extra.ie
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
Irish Rail issue urgent warning ahead of Oasis-weekend
The moment many people have been waiting for is almost here, Oasis play Dublin's Croke Park this weekend. Brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher returned to the stage as a band for the first time since 2009 last month, and have been working their way around the United Kingdom as part of their tour, Live 25. On Saturday and Sunday, all roads lead to Croke Park with Irish Rail issuing advice for those travelling to the capital via train. The moment many people have been waiting for is almost here, Oasis play Dublin's Croke Park this weekend. Pic: Samir Hussein/WireImage A spokesperson for the rail service confirmed a busy weekend was coming up with a number of Intercity routes already sold out from Friday through to Sunday. Remaining tickets were selling 'fast' with concert-goers advised to organise their travel plans to and from the capital as soon as possible. Train-users are advised that tickets will not be available to purchase at Intercity train stations on the day, and customers must travel on the train they have booked. On Saturday and Sunday, all roads lead to Croke Park with Irish Rail issuing advice for those travelling to the capital via train. Pic: Nicola_K_Photos/Shutterstock A number of additional trains have been put on including an 8am Cork to Dublin Heuston service and a 10.15am Waterford to Dublin Heuston Service. The additional trains from Dublin are 00.30 Dublin Heuston to Galway and 00.40 Heuston to Cork — with connection at Limerick Junction for Limerick. As the returning services leave after midnight, the date on the ticket will be August 17. Pic:Additional services for Sundays gigs are 7.45am Cork to Dublin Heuston; 10.45am Waterford to Dublin Heuston; 2.15pm Heuston to Waterford and 00.40 Dublin Heuston to Cork. Again, the 00.40 service departs on August 18 for those looking to book online. The Irish Rail spokesperson confirmed to that there would be additional services on the DART and commuter routes. Concert-goers are also advised that there is still accommodation available in the capital over the weekend, though you'll be paying a pretty penny for the luxury. Pic: Crispin Rodwell/Bloomberg via Getty Images They said: 'Customers are encouraged to travel early and to expect trains to be busy. Alcohol is not permitted on any train services.' Concert-goers are also advised that there is still accommodation available in the capital over the weekend, though you'll be paying a pretty penny for the luxury. The Clayton Group have limited availability in their D4 hotels, located on Burlington Road and The Merrion Road in Ballsbridge, with a standard room, excluding breakfast, costing €399. But with room rates starting at €769 you want to be flush with cash to bag an overnight at The Intercontinental Hotel. With thousands expected to descend on the city for the event, accommodation costs have surged to supersonic levels for the weekend of 16-17th August.
