Think Before You Skip It Reuse, Repurpose, Recycle Before You Skip It

 

Planning a home clear-out, renovation or DIY project? The MyWaste ‘Think Before You Skip It’ campaign encourages us all to stop and consider whether materials can be reused, repurposed or recycled before putting them in a skip. From timber and doors to flooring, cabinets and other renovation materials, making better use of what we already have can help reduce waste, keep valuable materials in use for longer and support Ireland’s circular economy. The campaign also provides practical guidance on separating waste correctly so that materials which cannot be reused have the best opportunity to be recycled or appropriately treated. Before you throw it away, think: could it be reused, repaired, repurposed or recycled? Click HERE for more information     Find us on Facebook @CorkCoCoEnviro  or email us at eao@corkcoco.ie

Lets Fix Fashion Applications are now being accepted

 

The Let’s Fix Fashion programme returns again this year, empowering young people to tackle the impacts of fast fashion and take practical action to reduce textile waste.. Through workshops, webinars, clothes swaps, and a final student catwalk, the programme raises awareness of fashion waste while promoting sustainable choices and circular economy principles.

Throughout the year, schools will participate in themed activities/webinars covering culture and identity, upcycling, circular fashion, clothes swaps and catwalks. Schools completing the programme can apply to participate in the National Catwalk at Brú Ború, Cashel, on 8 April.

Let’s Fix Fashion is open to students in schools that are actively working on any Green-Schools theme and applications are currently being accepted.

Click HERE for more information

Green Schools Workshops Available to primary schools in Cork County that want to re-enage with the Green Schools programme.

 

These workshops are designed specifically to support schools that need help getting started or re-engaging with the programme and working towards their next Green Flag.

- Taking place October to December

- Available to eligible primary schools in County Cork

- Register by 5pm on Friday 2nd October

Please note spaces are limited and successful schools will receive one workshop in their school for senior primary classes.

Click HERE to register

Cork School Garden Workshops 2026

 

Kilworth Health & Wellbeing Day for Older Adults

 

Please see the information below and attached regarding the Kilworth Health & Wellbeing Day for Older Adults, taking place on Sunday, 27th September.

I would greatly appreciate it if you could share this information with colleagues, service users, community groups, family members, and anyone who may benefit from attending

Your support in helping spread the word is greatly appreciated.

Kind regards,

Jacinta

Fermoy Community Health Project is delighted to be part of this upcoming initiative being hosted for the first time by Kilworth Community Council 'Health & Wellbeing Day for Older Adults' on Sunday, 27th September, from 2.00pm to 6.00pm at Scoil Mháirtín, Kilworth.

We look forward to meeting attendees and contributing to a wonderful afternoon focused on health, wellbeing, and community support. This community event will feature informative talks from local experts, covering a range of topics including healthy ageing, vaccinations, gut and brain health, support services, community wellbeing, and winter safety.

The afternoon will conclude with refreshments and music from the Kilworth Folk Group.

For further information or to reserve a place, please contact Sarah on 086 843 7621

Jacinta McCormack 

Oibrí Sláinte Pobail Fhear Maí 

Fermoy Community Health Worker

 

Tionscadal Sláinte Pobail Fhear Maí | Ionad Acmhainní Pobail Fhear Maí | 42 Sráid McCurtain | Fhear Maí | Co. Chorcaí | P61 T267

Fermoy Community Health Project | Fermoy Community Resource Centre | 42 McCurtain Street | Fermoy | Co Cork | P61 T267

 

085 8742320 | jacinta.mccormack@hse.ie | www.southwest.hse.ie | www.healthactionzone.ie

 

Seirbhís sláinte a thógáil a bhfuil ár bpobal bródúil aisti trí ghealltanais Integr8, FSS an Iardheiscirt a chomhlíonadh gach lá

Building a health service our community is proud of by living the HSE South West Integr8 commitments every day.

Free Parenting Talk with John Lonergan & Caroline Crotty – 15 October

 

Dear all, We’re delighted to invite you to a FREE Parenting Talk with John Lonergan and Caroline Crotty at Darrara Community Centre on Thursday, 15 October 2026. John Lonergan, author, speaker and former Governor of Mountjoy Prison, and Caroline Crotty, psychotherapist, will come together for an informative, practical and thought-provoking evening exploring some of the challenges of parenting and supporting young people today. The evening will cover topics including communication, listening, resilience, wellbeing and staying connected with your child or teenager. The talk is open to all parents, with parents of teenagers especially likely to benefit. Thursday, 15 October 2026 Take your seats from 7.45pm Talk begins at 8.00pm Darrara Community Centre, Ballymacwilliam, Clonakilty, P85 FV05 Admission is FREE, but places are limited and advance booking is required. Book your FREE place on Eventbrite We would really appreciate you sharing the event with other parents, friends, schools, clubs and groups who may be interested. We hope to see you there! Warm regards, Darrara Community Council Darrara Community Centre Ballymacwilliam, Clonakilty, Co. Cork, P85 FV05. M: 086 378 7905 E: darraracommuitycentre@gmail.com www.darraracommunitycentre.com Copyright (C) 2026 Darrara Community Centre. All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in to receive our communications. Our mailing address is: Darrara Community Centre Ballymacwilliam Clonakilty, Co. Cork Ireland Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe

Cork County Council Welcomes Significant Funding Boost Under New Towns and Cities Regeneration Investment Fund

 

Cork County Council Welcomes Significant Funding Boost Under New Towns and Cities Regeneration Investment Fund

Cork County Council has welcomed the announcement by James Browne TD, Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage, of successful projects across County Cork under Round 1 of the new Towns and Cities Regeneration Investment Fund, which will support the delivery of transformative regeneration initiatives in Carrigaline, Carrigtwohill, Clonakilty, Cobh, Mallow and Midleton.

The funding forms part of a national investment programme worth up to €409 million aimed at revitalising town and city centres, supporting the Government's Town Centre First policy and delivering sustainable regeneration projects that enhance public spaces, community facilities and economic opportunities. Cork County Council secured approval for six projects, representing potential investment of almost €19 million in communities across the county.

The successful Cork County Council projects are:

• Cobh Public Realm Regeneration Phase 1: €7.5 million
• Mallow Town Hall Theatre Regeneration Project: €7.5 million
• Carrigaline Public Realm and Waterfront Development Phase 1: €3.5 million
• Proposed Masterplan for Carrigtwohill Town Centre: €150,000
• Kent Street Regeneration, Clonakilty, Phase 1: €150,000
• Midleton Cultural and Civic Centre: €150,000

Following the announcement, the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage will engage with local authorities on the next steps required to advance the approved projects and achieve the targets set out under the programme.