Age Friendly EXPO
The South Dublin County Council Age Friendly Expo for 55+ is taking place this Saturday, 25th May in the council offices in Tallaght from 11am to 3pm. This is a showcase of services and products available to older people in South Dublin and is a free event. Guest speakers for the day will include:
The South Dublin County Council Age Friendly Expo for 55+ is taking place this Saturday, 25th May in the council offices in Tallaght from 11am to 3pm. This is a showcase of services and products available to older people in South Dublin and is a free event. Guest speakers for the day will include:
- Professor Ronan Collins, Tallaght University Hospital - Recovering from a Stroke @ 11:30 am
- Sergeant Ciaran McLoughlin - Crime Prevention @ 12:15 pm
- Mary Gillan & Paula Swayne - Age Friendly Healthy Homes @1pm
- Dr Aileen Kennedy - Nutrition for Healthy Ageing @ 2pm
AGM: Our Annual General Meeting takes place on Monday, 15th April, 2024 at 8 p.m. in St Mary's Room which is on the right hand side of St Pius X Church. Gardaí from Terenure Garda Station have been invited to attend. All are welcome.
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25/09/2023 Bus Connects
Please note that in conjunction with the Terenure West and Recorders Residents Associations, an information meeting on the proposals for the Kimmage Bus Corridor under the Bus Connects programme will take place on Monday, 2nd October at 7.30 p.m. in St Mary’s Ruby Club Templeville Road. As these proposals will impact on our area it is important that residents are aware of them. The details of the scheme are at the website kimmagescheme.ie, the extended closing date for observations is 7 November 2023 - the An Bord Pleanála reference number is 317660 |
06/06/23 Bus Connects
Please note that the closing date for receipt of submissions to An Bord Pleanála in relation to the Templeogue/Rathfarnham to City Centre Bus Corridor Scheme is close of business on the 30th June 2023.
Some of the key proposals impacting on our area include:
Full details of the proposals are available at this link
Please contact the residents association at [email protected]
with details of any observations you would like us to make on your behalf.
Please note that the closing date for receipt of submissions to An Bord Pleanála in relation to the Templeogue/Rathfarnham to City Centre Bus Corridor Scheme is close of business on the 30th June 2023.
Some of the key proposals impacting on our area include:
- an inbound Bus Gate (at the junction of Olney Grove), which will restrict northbound general traffic on Templeogue Road from accessing Terenure Road West or Terenure Place from 6 am to 8 pm - 7 days a week.
- a two way Bus Gate at Rathmines Road (entrance to St Mary's school) which will restrict traffic from 6am to 8pm - 7 days a week
- right turn bans are proposed from Templeogue Road to Rathdown Park and to Rathdown Avenue which will make Bushy Park inaccessible to vehicular traffic.
- right turn bans are proposed from Fortfield Road to Greenlea Road and to Lavarna Grove - this will have a knock on affect and will potentially increase traffic on side roads such as Wainsfort Grove and Wainsfort Park.
Full details of the proposals are available at this link
Please contact the residents association at [email protected]
with details of any observations you would like us to make on your behalf.
20/04/23 Bus Connects
The National Transport Authority (NTA) has today published details of plans submitted to An Bord Pleanála in relation to the Templeogue/Rathfarnham to City Centre Bus Corridor Scheme. The application comprises a large number of documents which are available at this link.
The Residents Association Committee will be reviewing the plans to ascertain the potential impact for residents in our area.
The National Transport Authority (NTA) has today published details of plans submitted to An Bord Pleanála in relation to the Templeogue/Rathfarnham to City Centre Bus Corridor Scheme. The application comprises a large number of documents which are available at this link.
The Residents Association Committee will be reviewing the plans to ascertain the potential impact for residents in our area.
20/4/23 Clean - Up Day
We are holding a 'Clean-Up' Day on Saturday, 20th May in conjunction with An Taisce. If you have an hour to spare, we meet at 11 a.m. outside the Two Sisters Pub. Cleaning equipment will be provided.
We are holding a 'Clean-Up' Day on Saturday, 20th May in conjunction with An Taisce. If you have an hour to spare, we meet at 11 a.m. outside the Two Sisters Pub. Cleaning equipment will be provided.
30th March, 2023 AGM
The 2023 AGM is due to take place on Monday 15th May, St Mary’s Room, Pius X Church at 8pm.
All welcome
The 2023 AGM is due to take place on Monday 15th May, St Mary’s Room, Pius X Church at 8pm.
All welcome
30 March 2023 Build to rent proposed development on Fortfield Road/Terenure College
By way of update on the proposed housing development on lands in Terenure College, the appeal by the developers to An Board Pleanála was unsuccessful and the planning application was refused on three main grounds which are summarised as follows:
- The Board considered that it has not been demonstrated that the site is not needed for its established educational and recreational use.
- The proposed development would involve the construction of housing on lands partially in Flood Risk Zone B, as set out in the Planning System and Flood Risk Management for Planning Authorities.
- The density of the proposed development exceeds that recommended for outer suburbs in the Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028.
Further details are available on DCC website at Citizen Portal Planning (agileapplications.ie)
An Bord Pleanála Order and Inspectors report are available at these links. https://webapps.dublincity.ie/AnitePublicDocs/01087988.pdf
https://webapps.dublincity.ie/AnitePublicDocs/01088273.pdf
We now understand via recent media articles (see link to Irish times article below) that the developers have challenged the Dublin City Council decision via a judicial review action. We will keep you up to date when further details on how this is progressing are available.
https://www.irishtimes.com/business/2023/03/06/developer-challenges-dublin-city-councils-decision-to-restrict-build-to-rent-schemes/.
30th March, 2023 Biodiversity
Many thanks to South Dublin County Council who recently planted two pollinator friendly areas on the green at College Drive with spring bulbs – these bring a welcome splash of colour to the area.
Many thanks to South Dublin County Council who recently planted two pollinator friendly areas on the green at College Drive with spring bulbs – these bring a welcome splash of colour to the area.
16 September Clean Up Day
College and Wainsfort Residents Association is holding a clean-up day next Saturday 17th September in conjunction with the Dublin Community Clean-Up 2022 Initiative which is being held from 10th - 18th September. We are seeking volunteers to meet at the Two Sisters Pub at 11am where clean up kits will be provided. Residents who cannot attend next Saturday are welcome to clean up/tidy grass verges/weed in the areas around their immediate houses so that we can continue to ensure our neighbourhood remains clean and tidy.
College and Wainsfort Residents Association is holding a clean-up day next Saturday 17th September in conjunction with the Dublin Community Clean-Up 2022 Initiative which is being held from 10th - 18th September. We are seeking volunteers to meet at the Two Sisters Pub at 11am where clean up kits will be provided. Residents who cannot attend next Saturday are welcome to clean up/tidy grass verges/weed in the areas around their immediate houses so that we can continue to ensure our neighbourhood remains clean and tidy.
8th September, 2022 Meeting tonight
A meeting will take place in St. Mary's Room, St. Pius X Church at 8pm on 8th September, 2022 to update residents on the planning application on Fortfield Road. All welcome.
A meeting will take place in St. Mary's Room, St. Pius X Church at 8pm on 8th September, 2022 to update residents on the planning application on Fortfield Road. All welcome.
5th July, 2022 Closing date to submit observations on the proposed development for Fortfield Road
The closing date for observations for the proposed development on Fortfield Road is July 18th, 2022. Residents are urged to submit comments and observations. Observations can be made through the Dublin City Council website. If any resident would like a suggested template or needs assistance submitting an observation, please email the residents association. The planning application can be viewed here Citizen Portal Planning (agileapplications.ie)
The closing date for observations for the proposed development on Fortfield Road is July 18th, 2022. Residents are urged to submit comments and observations. Observations can be made through the Dublin City Council website. If any resident would like a suggested template or needs assistance submitting an observation, please email the residents association. The planning application can be viewed here Citizen Portal Planning (agileapplications.ie)
22nd June, 2022 Information meeting on the planning application for development on Fortfield Road
An information meeting on the proposed development on Fortfield Road will take place on 27th June, 2022, at 8pm in St. Mary's Rugby Club. The proposed development is described below, with building heights reaching up to seven stories above basement level. The proposed dwellings are all for the rental market. The planning pack can be viewed at Planning Application Documents | Fortfield Road LRD.
An information meeting on the proposed development on Fortfield Road will take place on 27th June, 2022, at 8pm in St. Mary's Rugby Club. The proposed development is described below, with building heights reaching up to seven stories above basement level. The proposed dwellings are all for the rental market. The planning pack can be viewed at Planning Application Documents | Fortfield Road LRD.
10th May, 2022 Planning Proposals for Site at Terenure College
A pre-planning Large Scale Residential Development (LRD) application has been made to Dublin City Council (Reference LDR6004/22) for buy-to-let apartments on Fortfield Road (4 x 7 stories of 384 apartments). This is on lands belonging to Terenure College in the vicinity of the Greenlea Road/Fortfield Road junction. The Council must meet to discuss the application within 4 weeks of receipt and must issue their opinion within 4 weeks from the date of the LRD meeting. The developer then has 6 months during which they can make a full planning application. A similar planning proposal has been made in respect of apartments at the site of Carlisle Gym on Kimmage Road West. Given the scale of the proposed Terenure College development, the residents association will be monitoring progress relating to the application and would welcome any views from residents.
A pre-planning Large Scale Residential Development (LRD) application has been made to Dublin City Council (Reference LDR6004/22) for buy-to-let apartments on Fortfield Road (4 x 7 stories of 384 apartments). This is on lands belonging to Terenure College in the vicinity of the Greenlea Road/Fortfield Road junction. The Council must meet to discuss the application within 4 weeks of receipt and must issue their opinion within 4 weeks from the date of the LRD meeting. The developer then has 6 months during which they can make a full planning application. A similar planning proposal has been made in respect of apartments at the site of Carlisle Gym on Kimmage Road West. Given the scale of the proposed Terenure College development, the residents association will be monitoring progress relating to the application and would welcome any views from residents.
10th May, 2022 2022 AGM and Annual Subscription
The 2022 AGM is scheduled to take place on Monday, 30th May at 8 pm in St Mary's Room which is at the right hand side of St Pius X Church, College Drive. This is an opportunity for you to meet with your neighbours and to get an update on local news. Gardaí from Terenure Garda Station will hopefully also be in attendance.
The 2022 AGM is scheduled to take place on Monday, 30th May at 8 pm in St Mary's Room which is at the right hand side of St Pius X Church, College Drive. This is an opportunity for you to meet with your neighbours and to get an update on local news. Gardaí from Terenure Garda Station will hopefully also be in attendance.
17th July, 2021 Notice from DSCC: Road closure to facilitate works by Gas Networks Ireland
To facilitate exploration road works by Gas Networks Ireland, South Dublin County Council proposes to temporarily close a small portion of Templeville Road, for an additional week from Wednesday 4th August 2021 to Friday 27th August 2021. Alternative Routes: - Traffic travelling from Templeville Road, Wainsfort Road and Cypress Grove Road will be diverted down Cypress Grove Road, turning right onto Templeogue Road and following the road until the roundabout. Taking the second exit toward Wellington Lane, second exit on roundabout onto Wellington Road. Traffic travelling from Wellington Road/Greentrees Road will be diverted down Wellington Road, second exit on roundabout onto Wellington Lane, first exit on roundabout onto Templeogue Road, continue till left turn onto Cypress Grove Road. • Local access will be maintained • Detour signs will be erected.
To facilitate exploration road works by Gas Networks Ireland, South Dublin County Council proposes to temporarily close a small portion of Templeville Road, for an additional week from Wednesday 4th August 2021 to Friday 27th August 2021. Alternative Routes: - Traffic travelling from Templeville Road, Wainsfort Road and Cypress Grove Road will be diverted down Cypress Grove Road, turning right onto Templeogue Road and following the road until the roundabout. Taking the second exit toward Wellington Lane, second exit on roundabout onto Wellington Road. Traffic travelling from Wellington Road/Greentrees Road will be diverted down Wellington Road, second exit on roundabout onto Wellington Lane, first exit on roundabout onto Templeogue Road, continue till left turn onto Cypress Grove Road. • Local access will be maintained • Detour signs will be erected.
13th February, 2021 Road Maintenance Programme for our area
According to the 2021 Road Maintenance Programme published by SDCC the following allocations have been made:
At present, works are being carried out to repair footpaths on Wainsfort Park which is due to continue to 26th February
According to the 2021 Road Maintenance Programme published by SDCC the following allocations have been made:
- Roadworks – College Park, €20k
- Footpath repairs – College Crescent, College Park, College Drive, €30k
- Footpath repairs – Wainsfort Park, Wainsfort Drive, €25k
- Cycle Track – Wainsfort Road, €30k
At present, works are being carried out to repair footpaths on Wainsfort Park which is due to continue to 26th February
2nd December, 2020 Bus Connects Update
The National Transport Authority (NTA) have published its final plans for bus corridors in Dublin and are inviting submissions until 16 December. Details of the proposals can be accessed this link https://busconnects.ie/initiatives/core-bus-corridor/
Of particular interest to our area is the Kimmage to City Centre route https://busconnects.ie/media/2168/11-kimmage-to-cc-preferred-route-101120-fa-web.pdf. The proposal includes plans to locate a 24/7 bus gate on Kimmage Road Lower between the junction of Ravensdale Park through to Sundrive junction, having the effect of no general traffic along that section of road.
There will be no access (except for cyclists) to Poddle Park from Ravensdale Park. Derravaragh Road will also be closed to through traffic. General traffic heading into town will be encouraged to turn left at the KCR down Kimmage Road West or left at Ravensdale Park towards Stanaway Road.
Also of interest is the proposal for the Tallaght to Terenure route https://busconnects.ie/media/2096/10-tallaght-to-terenure-preferred-route-301020fa-web.pdf which includes a proposal for a bus gate on Templeogue Road at the junction with Olney Grove so there will be no through traffic (except for busses) into Terenure Village. Traffic travelling inbound into town will be encouraged to divert at the junction with Springfield Road towards Rathfarnham or at Templeogue Bridge, again towards Rathfarnham.
Written submissions can be made by email to [email protected] or by post to Bus Connects Core Bus Corridor, National Transport Authority, Dún Scéine, Harcourt Lane, Dublin 2 before the 16 December deadline.
Separately, the final proposals for the redesign of the Dublin Bus Network has now been published.
There have been a few changes from the original plans and the table below sets out the proposals for our immediate area. While there were originally plans to cease the current 15A route, this will now continue to run from Ringsend to Limekiln (it will be called route 81) and will also serve St Stephens Green.
The 54A (renamed F1 route) will now run every 15 minutes which is a welcome development. It will run from Tallaght to Finglas via Firhouse, Templeogue Bridge, Fortfield Road, Clanbrassil Street, City Centre.
Terenure Village will be served by the A spine running from Swords to Terenure Cross via Drumcondra, O’Connell Street, Georges Street, Rathmines and Rathgar. From Terenure Cross Roads, the A spine splits into 4 routes (A1, A2, A3 and A4).
The National Transport Authority (NTA) have published its final plans for bus corridors in Dublin and are inviting submissions until 16 December. Details of the proposals can be accessed this link https://busconnects.ie/initiatives/core-bus-corridor/
Of particular interest to our area is the Kimmage to City Centre route https://busconnects.ie/media/2168/11-kimmage-to-cc-preferred-route-101120-fa-web.pdf. The proposal includes plans to locate a 24/7 bus gate on Kimmage Road Lower between the junction of Ravensdale Park through to Sundrive junction, having the effect of no general traffic along that section of road.
There will be no access (except for cyclists) to Poddle Park from Ravensdale Park. Derravaragh Road will also be closed to through traffic. General traffic heading into town will be encouraged to turn left at the KCR down Kimmage Road West or left at Ravensdale Park towards Stanaway Road.
Also of interest is the proposal for the Tallaght to Terenure route https://busconnects.ie/media/2096/10-tallaght-to-terenure-preferred-route-301020fa-web.pdf which includes a proposal for a bus gate on Templeogue Road at the junction with Olney Grove so there will be no through traffic (except for busses) into Terenure Village. Traffic travelling inbound into town will be encouraged to divert at the junction with Springfield Road towards Rathfarnham or at Templeogue Bridge, again towards Rathfarnham.
Written submissions can be made by email to [email protected] or by post to Bus Connects Core Bus Corridor, National Transport Authority, Dún Scéine, Harcourt Lane, Dublin 2 before the 16 December deadline.
Separately, the final proposals for the redesign of the Dublin Bus Network has now been published.
There have been a few changes from the original plans and the table below sets out the proposals for our immediate area. While there were originally plans to cease the current 15A route, this will now continue to run from Ringsend to Limekiln (it will be called route 81) and will also serve St Stephens Green.
The 54A (renamed F1 route) will now run every 15 minutes which is a welcome development. It will run from Tallaght to Finglas via Firhouse, Templeogue Bridge, Fortfield Road, Clanbrassil Street, City Centre.
Terenure Village will be served by the A spine running from Swords to Terenure Cross via Drumcondra, O’Connell Street, Georges Street, Rathmines and Rathgar. From Terenure Cross Roads, the A spine splits into 4 routes (A1, A2, A3 and A4).
10th June, 2020 Planters
We have planted some flowers in the area to add a pop of colour and cheer. We would be grateful if residents living adjacent to the planters, especially those on Wainsfort Road could water them from time to time especially in hot weather.
We have planted some flowers in the area to add a pop of colour and cheer. We would be grateful if residents living adjacent to the planters, especially those on Wainsfort Road could water them from time to time especially in hot weather.
27th March, 2020 Bogus Tradesmen
Bogus tradesmen are circulating the Wainsfort area at the moment offering services such as 'Patio Services' by cold calling to peoples homes. They may have a van advertising their services, and appear quite genuine. Residents are advised not to engage with tradespeople who call to their homes without an appointment. If you see any suspicious activity in your area, please contact Terenure Gardai on 01 666 6400.
Bogus tradesmen are circulating the Wainsfort area at the moment offering services such as 'Patio Services' by cold calling to peoples homes. They may have a van advertising their services, and appear quite genuine. Residents are advised not to engage with tradespeople who call to their homes without an appointment. If you see any suspicious activity in your area, please contact Terenure Gardai on 01 666 6400.
21st March, 2020 Notice from An Garda Síochána
Please note the information below from An Garda Síochána, who are currently gathering information through neighbourhood watch coordinators on vulnerable people from this area who may need support over the coming weeks and months.
Please note the information below from An Garda Síochána, who are currently gathering information through neighbourhood watch coordinators on vulnerable people from this area who may need support over the coming weeks and months.
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18th March, 2020 COVID 19
We have been asked to circulate the attached list of COVID 19 volunteers that has been compiled by 'I love Terenure 2030'. These volunteers are available to assist those in need of help during the current crisis (collecting groceries or perscriptions, dog walking, putting out bins etc). Further details are at this link https://sites.google.com/view/iloveterenure/help. A number of the roads in our residents association area have been included (search under Terenure). If you could pass details on to anyone you know that needs assistance, that would be appreciated. Should you wish to be included on this list as a volunteer, please text, call or whats app your details to 087 202 8833.
More generally, if you know people in your community who may be vulnerable and can contact them safely (e.g. via phone call, text, drop note into door), just let them know that your are available and can assist with shopping etc. However the advice is not to assume that someone needs help or call directly to someone's house unannounced as some people may be anxious about making face to face contact, particularly if they have a medical condition or are living alone. Volunteers should practice social distancing and personal hygeine - guidelines can be found on hse website.
Please also note:
We have been asked to circulate the attached list of COVID 19 volunteers that has been compiled by 'I love Terenure 2030'. These volunteers are available to assist those in need of help during the current crisis (collecting groceries or perscriptions, dog walking, putting out bins etc). Further details are at this link https://sites.google.com/view/iloveterenure/help. A number of the roads in our residents association area have been included (search under Terenure). If you could pass details on to anyone you know that needs assistance, that would be appreciated. Should you wish to be included on this list as a volunteer, please text, call or whats app your details to 087 202 8833.
More generally, if you know people in your community who may be vulnerable and can contact them safely (e.g. via phone call, text, drop note into door), just let them know that your are available and can assist with shopping etc. However the advice is not to assume that someone needs help or call directly to someone's house unannounced as some people may be anxious about making face to face contact, particularly if they have a medical condition or are living alone. Volunteers should practice social distancing and personal hygeine - guidelines can be found on hse website.
Please also note:
- A whatsapp group has been set up by residents for Wainsort Park/Grove to reach out to neighbours on those roads. If you are interested in joining, text or whatsapp Ciara at 086 3193034.
- Additionally we have been advised that the Scout leaders from the Scouts Den on Greenlea Road are also available to help those in need and can be contacted via email at [email protected]
- Finally we have been made aware of suspicious door to door callers on College Park in the past few days so again would remind residents to be vigilant at all times and especially when answering the door.
20 February, 2020 Flood Alleviation Plans
The Board of Works (OPW), South Dublin County Council & Dublin City Council joined forces to initiate a project to prevent further flooring in the future. The project is known as the PoddleFAS or Poddle Flood Alleviation Scheme.
The website for Poddelfas can be read here :
http://www.poddlefas.ie/project-information/project-background
All the relevant planning documentation is available on the same website. Hard copies of the documentation are available for viewing at the Tallaght Library, Rathmines Library and DCC Civic Offices, Wood Quay.
20 November, 2019 Daffodil planting
Thank you to all our wonderful volunteers who helped plant daffodil bulbs and collect leaves on the green area at Wainsfort Grove and College Drive last Saturday as well as Wainsfort Park. A big shout out to our local Cub Scouts for their enthusiastic help as well as SDCC for providing the daffodil bulbs.
Thank you to all our wonderful volunteers who helped plant daffodil bulbs and collect leaves on the green area at Wainsfort Grove and College Drive last Saturday as well as Wainsfort Park. A big shout out to our local Cub Scouts for their enthusiastic help as well as SDCC for providing the daffodil bulbs.
20 November, 2019 NTA Bus Connects Consultation
Following on from the public consultation on the initial redesign of the bus routes proposed under the Bus Connects initiative, the National Transport Authority has published details of the revised bus network. Householders should have received a brochure in the past few weeks from the NTA outlining the details which are also on their website at this link. Full details of all of the updated proposals are available on busconnects.ie. specifically, the Knocklyon, Rathfarnham, Templeogue, Terenure areas are covered at https://busconnects.ie/media/1700/rathfarnham-accordian-leaflet-260919-fa.html.
We would recommend you examine these new proposals. Based on our understanding of the information provided by the various maps and publications we have provided a synopsis below. The NTA are accepting submissions on the new proposals up to Tuesday 3 December. These can be made by emailing [email protected].
The No. 9 will become the F3 – this route will remain much the same as it currently runs. Coming from Kimmage Road, it will continue down Kimmage Road West to Cromwellsfort Road, St Peter's Road and St James's Road. However going in the opposite direction it will no longer provide a direct service to DCU.
The No. 54A will become the FI – the time frequency will be increased to every 10/15 minutes. Coming from Kimmage Road, it will continue on Fortfield Avenue and Cypress Grove through Firhouse Road, Ballycullen Road and Drive, then on to Old Bawn Road in Tallaght. (It will no longer travel past the roundabout in Templeville towards Wellington Lane and the Spawell and it will no longer directly service Tallaght hospital rather it will finish at the Square shopping centre).
The 150 will become the F2 – coming from Kimmage, it will proceed up Whitehall Road, across Templeville Road and on to Wellington Lane. The main change is that it will go into town via Lr Kimmage Road rather than via Crumlin Village.
The 17 will become the S4 – This will continue to service UCD but will travel via the KCR to Rathgar rather than the current route of past Nutgrove Shopping Centre and via Dundrum. Going in the other direction, it will continue out to Liffey Valley.
The main change is to the existing No. 15A bus that links the KCR with Terenure, Rathgar and Rathmines. This will now become the No. 15 bus, it will run every 20-25 minutes and will travel from Limekiln Road to Mountjoy Square via Crumlin Village and Sundrive Road, Kenilworth Road and coming out at Rathmines Garda Station. This means that it will no longer be possible to get a bus from the KCR directly to Rathmines -you will have to change bus in Rathgar or Terenure.
The NTA has also provided an online tool which facilitates searching different routes at https://routemapper.busconnects.ie/route-mapper so if you input your start point and where you are going it will advise on the various options that will be available under the new proposals.
Following on from the public consultation on the initial redesign of the bus routes proposed under the Bus Connects initiative, the National Transport Authority has published details of the revised bus network. Householders should have received a brochure in the past few weeks from the NTA outlining the details which are also on their website at this link. Full details of all of the updated proposals are available on busconnects.ie. specifically, the Knocklyon, Rathfarnham, Templeogue, Terenure areas are covered at https://busconnects.ie/media/1700/rathfarnham-accordian-leaflet-260919-fa.html.
We would recommend you examine these new proposals. Based on our understanding of the information provided by the various maps and publications we have provided a synopsis below. The NTA are accepting submissions on the new proposals up to Tuesday 3 December. These can be made by emailing [email protected].
The No. 9 will become the F3 – this route will remain much the same as it currently runs. Coming from Kimmage Road, it will continue down Kimmage Road West to Cromwellsfort Road, St Peter's Road and St James's Road. However going in the opposite direction it will no longer provide a direct service to DCU.
The No. 54A will become the FI – the time frequency will be increased to every 10/15 minutes. Coming from Kimmage Road, it will continue on Fortfield Avenue and Cypress Grove through Firhouse Road, Ballycullen Road and Drive, then on to Old Bawn Road in Tallaght. (It will no longer travel past the roundabout in Templeville towards Wellington Lane and the Spawell and it will no longer directly service Tallaght hospital rather it will finish at the Square shopping centre).
The 150 will become the F2 – coming from Kimmage, it will proceed up Whitehall Road, across Templeville Road and on to Wellington Lane. The main change is that it will go into town via Lr Kimmage Road rather than via Crumlin Village.
The 17 will become the S4 – This will continue to service UCD but will travel via the KCR to Rathgar rather than the current route of past Nutgrove Shopping Centre and via Dundrum. Going in the other direction, it will continue out to Liffey Valley.
The main change is to the existing No. 15A bus that links the KCR with Terenure, Rathgar and Rathmines. This will now become the No. 15 bus, it will run every 20-25 minutes and will travel from Limekiln Road to Mountjoy Square via Crumlin Village and Sundrive Road, Kenilworth Road and coming out at Rathmines Garda Station. This means that it will no longer be possible to get a bus from the KCR directly to Rathmines -you will have to change bus in Rathgar or Terenure.
The NTA has also provided an online tool which facilitates searching different routes at https://routemapper.busconnects.ie/route-mapper so if you input your start point and where you are going it will advise on the various options that will be available under the new proposals.
06 May, 2019 Daffodil Planting
Weather permitting, we plan to plant some daffodils on the green area on Wainsfort Grove/College Drive on Saturday next, 9th November and are looking for some volunteers. If you have an hour (or even 30 minutes) to spare please come along at 11.00 and bring a spade. Children also welcome. If you think you can help, please let us know in advance so that we can contact you on the morning in the event that the weather is too wet to go ahead.
Weather permitting, we plan to plant some daffodils on the green area on Wainsfort Grove/College Drive on Saturday next, 9th November and are looking for some volunteers. If you have an hour (or even 30 minutes) to spare please come along at 11.00 and bring a spade. Children also welcome. If you think you can help, please let us know in advance so that we can contact you on the morning in the event that the weather is too wet to go ahead.
13 Jun 2019 Home Security Scheme 2019
Would you like to feel safer in your own home? If so, we have the scheme for you.
South Dublin County Council are running our Lock Scheme again in 2019. If you have availed of this scheme in previous years you may be eligible to have an additional door lock replaced. This scheme is to support older, vulnerable or residents living alone to replace their existing external door European Profile Locks with high security anti snap locks.
Applicants must be living in privately owned accommodation. Not all doors are suitable for replacement locks.
The closing date for receipt of fully completed application forms is Thursday 25th July at 4pm. For further details please contact Community Services on 01 4149270 or email [email protected]. More information can also be found on our website by clicking here
Would you like to feel safer in your own home? If so, we have the scheme for you.
South Dublin County Council are running our Lock Scheme again in 2019. If you have availed of this scheme in previous years you may be eligible to have an additional door lock replaced. This scheme is to support older, vulnerable or residents living alone to replace their existing external door European Profile Locks with high security anti snap locks.
Applicants must be living in privately owned accommodation. Not all doors are suitable for replacement locks.
The closing date for receipt of fully completed application forms is Thursday 25th July at 4pm. For further details please contact Community Services on 01 4149270 or email [email protected]. More information can also be found on our website by clicking here
10 May, 2019 Traffic Disruptions Sunday 12th May
The annual 5 mile charity race will take place on Sunday 12th May and as a result there will be traffic disruptions in our area from 9/10.30am to 12 noon. Further information available at www.sportsworldrunningclub.com
Collection of Subs
Volunteers will shortly be calling to doors to collect the annual subscription which is 5 euro per house. The residents association depend on this voluntary contribution for the ongoing running of the residents association, for payment of insurance and to contribute towards local events, etc. so are grateful for your support.
07 May, 2019 Facebook page
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08 April, 2019 A.G.M., newsletter and subscriptions
The Annual General Meeting of the Residents Association will take place on Monday, 15th April at 8 p.m. in St. Marys room, St. Pius X Church. The room is at the rear of the church. Over the coming weeks, newsletters and subscription envelopes will be distributed throughout the area. The annual subscription will remain at €5 and will be collected shortly by committee embers, or can be paid at the A.G.M.
The Annual General Meeting of the Residents Association will take place on Monday, 15th April at 8 p.m. in St. Marys room, St. Pius X Church. The room is at the rear of the church. Over the coming weeks, newsletters and subscription envelopes will be distributed throughout the area. The annual subscription will remain at €5 and will be collected shortly by committee embers, or can be paid at the A.G.M.
20 February, 2019 Bus Connects - Public Consultation
Public consultation events are now taking place. Consultation events around specific corridors which may be of interest to residents take place at the following times.
Bus Corridor: Tallaght to Terenure
Venue: St. Mary's Rugby Football Club, Templeville Road, Dublin 6W, D6W X652
Date and Time: Thursday, 7th March from 3pm to 8pm
Bus Corridor: Kimmage to City Centre
Venue: Dublin City Council Civic Offices, Wood Quay, Dublin 8, D08 RF3F
Date and Time: Tuesday, 5th March from 3pm to 8pm.
A general consultation on all bus corridors will take place at Dublin City Council, Civic Offices, Wood Quay, Dublin 8, D08 RF3F on Tuesday, 12th March from 3pm to 8pm.
In addition to the above, there is also a consultative meeting organised by the NTA at St. Marys Rugby Club on Monday, 25th February at 6.30pm. Pre-registration at [email protected] is requested by the NTA to attend this meeting.
Members of the residents association are urged to examine the proposals, attend the public consultation and make submissions. All proposed changes can be viewed at busconnects.ie. The proposed changes for the routes most likely to affect those in our area can be found by clicking on the links below.
Tallaght to Terenure
Kimmage to City Centre
Public consultation events are now taking place. Consultation events around specific corridors which may be of interest to residents take place at the following times.
Bus Corridor: Tallaght to Terenure
Venue: St. Mary's Rugby Football Club, Templeville Road, Dublin 6W, D6W X652
Date and Time: Thursday, 7th March from 3pm to 8pm
Bus Corridor: Kimmage to City Centre
Venue: Dublin City Council Civic Offices, Wood Quay, Dublin 8, D08 RF3F
Date and Time: Tuesday, 5th March from 3pm to 8pm.
A general consultation on all bus corridors will take place at Dublin City Council, Civic Offices, Wood Quay, Dublin 8, D08 RF3F on Tuesday, 12th March from 3pm to 8pm.
In addition to the above, there is also a consultative meeting organised by the NTA at St. Marys Rugby Club on Monday, 25th February at 6.30pm. Pre-registration at [email protected] is requested by the NTA to attend this meeting.
Members of the residents association are urged to examine the proposals, attend the public consultation and make submissions. All proposed changes can be viewed at busconnects.ie. The proposed changes for the routes most likely to affect those in our area can be found by clicking on the links below.
Tallaght to Terenure
Kimmage to City Centre
06 February, 2019 BusConnects - Traffic proposals
The consultation process on how the proposed BusConnects has begun. Proposals on how BusConnects will impact on car traffic have been put forward by the NTA. Should the proposals be adopted, the biggest impact on traffic in our area will come from the proposal to prevent traffic from entering Terenure village via Templeogue Road. This will mean that traffic coming from Tallaght direction heading towards Terenure or beyond will either be allowed to turn right past Springfield Road and then left at Rathfarnham Bridge or turn left at Cyprus Grove Road, proceed down Wainsfort Road and then proceed straight towards Kimmage if heading towards the city centre, or turn right at some stage if heading towards Terenure.
These changes may result in a huge increase in the volume of traffic passing down Wainsfort Road, in addition to the potential increases for more minor roads drivers may use such routes to access Terenure village. Access routes to the city centre are also likely to change as it is proposed that traffic approaching town from Kimmage Road Lower will no longer be allowed to go straight ahead at the junction with Sundrive Road.
All residents are being urged to examine the proposals for themselves and assess any impact they may have on the quality of life for those living in our area. The project website is www.busconnects.ie where you can search for the Core Bus Corridor project. The advice is that individual submissions will have far greater influence on the outcome, so individual households are urged to make submissions as they see fit. All submissions must be made before March 29th, 2019.
An extension of the Metro to our area would be hugely beneficial and residents are asked to contact local TD's to push for this. There is also an online petition for the Metro plans to be extended to service Terenure at Sign the Petition if residents wish to add their support.
31 January, 2019 PUBLIC MEETING
New Bus Corridors Proposal
How will this affect You?
Saturday 2nd February 2019 (11.30am – 1pm)
St. Joseph’s Parish Hall, Beechlawn Way, Terenure.
This week the National Transport Authority (NTA) announced Phase 2 of the Bus Corridor Project. Councillor Anne Feeney is hosting a Public Meeting to give people an opportunity to hear a short presentation on the proposals and to discuss the impact for our area.
Rathfarnham to City Centre
Tallaght to Terenure
Kimmage to City Centre
Many residents are extremely concerned about these proposals, particularly the restrictions to cars on the main thoroughfares to the city and the consequent likelihood of many local residential roads being turned into “rat-runs” by the traffic diverted from main roads. There are also concerns about the extensive property compulsory purchase orders (CPOs) on roads such as Lower Kimmage Road, Terenure Road East, Rathgar Road and Rathfarnham Road.
Information on the Bus Corridors and the NTA’s consultation process can now be viewed on www.busconnects.ie.
New Bus Corridors Proposal
How will this affect You?
Saturday 2nd February 2019 (11.30am – 1pm)
St. Joseph’s Parish Hall, Beechlawn Way, Terenure.
This week the National Transport Authority (NTA) announced Phase 2 of the Bus Corridor Project. Councillor Anne Feeney is hosting a Public Meeting to give people an opportunity to hear a short presentation on the proposals and to discuss the impact for our area.
Rathfarnham to City Centre
Tallaght to Terenure
Kimmage to City Centre
Many residents are extremely concerned about these proposals, particularly the restrictions to cars on the main thoroughfares to the city and the consequent likelihood of many local residential roads being turned into “rat-runs” by the traffic diverted from main roads. There are also concerns about the extensive property compulsory purchase orders (CPOs) on roads such as Lower Kimmage Road, Terenure Road East, Rathgar Road and Rathfarnham Road.
Information on the Bus Corridors and the NTA’s consultation process can now be viewed on www.busconnects.ie.
11 December, 2018 Burglaries in the Terenure/Kimmage area
Residents are asked to be vigilant for suspicious activity following break-in's in College and Wainsfort area and in the wider Terenure/Kimmage area. Residents are reminded to ensure all windows and doors are secured, light up your home and use timer switches when you are out, use your alarm even when you are at home and store keys away from windows and doors. Report any suspicious activity to Terenure Garda Station.
Residents are asked to be vigilant for suspicious activity following break-in's in College and Wainsfort area and in the wider Terenure/Kimmage area. Residents are reminded to ensure all windows and doors are secured, light up your home and use timer switches when you are out, use your alarm even when you are at home and store keys away from windows and doors. Report any suspicious activity to Terenure Garda Station.
20 October, 2018 Planning
For information, a planning application has been submitted for the demolition of the former steelworks factory on Manor Avenue (off Wainsfort Grove) and the building of 4 terraced two storey three bedroom houses on the site. Further details are available on the planning section of SDCCwebsite.
Daffodil Planting
We are looking for volunteers to help plant daffodil bulbs on the green area at College Drive/Wainsfort Grove. If you have an hour to spare we plan to meet on the green at 11.30 am on Saturday 3rd November, weather permitting. Please come along, bring a spade and children are also welcome.
For information, a planning application has been submitted for the demolition of the former steelworks factory on Manor Avenue (off Wainsfort Grove) and the building of 4 terraced two storey three bedroom houses on the site. Further details are available on the planning section of SDCCwebsite.
Daffodil Planting
We are looking for volunteers to help plant daffodil bulbs on the green area at College Drive/Wainsfort Grove. If you have an hour to spare we plan to meet on the green at 11.30 am on Saturday 3rd November, weather permitting. Please come along, bring a spade and children are also welcome.
07 October, 2018 Bus Connects Submission From Residents Association
A submission has been made regarding the proposed 'Bus Connect' service on behalf of College and Wainsfort Residents Association.
With regard to the bus route changes residents expressed their feelings over two routes namely the 15a and the 54a, which formed part of the submission.
Disappointment was expressed at the decision to scrap the 15a service, which currently connects Terenure to Rathmines. Residents using this service will instead have to change in Rathgar under the new proposals.Unhappiness was also expressed at the proposal to end the 54a service at the Spawell, meaning residents from this area will need to get a second bus to Tallaght/The Square/Tallaght Hospital.
The submission also expressed concern about the size of the bus shelters along proposed routes and the proposed changes routes currently used by private cars.
A submission has been made regarding the proposed 'Bus Connect' service on behalf of College and Wainsfort Residents Association.
With regard to the bus route changes residents expressed their feelings over two routes namely the 15a and the 54a, which formed part of the submission.
Disappointment was expressed at the decision to scrap the 15a service, which currently connects Terenure to Rathmines. Residents using this service will instead have to change in Rathgar under the new proposals.Unhappiness was also expressed at the proposal to end the 54a service at the Spawell, meaning residents from this area will need to get a second bus to Tallaght/The Square/Tallaght Hospital.
The submission also expressed concern about the size of the bus shelters along proposed routes and the proposed changes routes currently used by private cars.
24th August, 2018 Bus Connects Consultation Process - Information Update
A public consultation on the new ‘Bus Connect’ proposal which is a major re-design of the Dublin bus service is currently underway. Local Information meeting will take place on Wednesday, 29th August in Ashleaf Shopping and on Friday 7th September in Rathfarnham Shopping Centre. These are run by the National Transport Authority.
It is envisaged that there will be major changes to the current bus routes. Some of the proposals that will affect our immediate area include:
Tallaght to Terenure
Templeogue Road would become one-way outbound for general traffic while permitting taxis, buses and bicycles to travel in both directions. Inbound general traffic would divert via Cypress Grove Road and Wainsfort Road towards the KCR or via Springfield Road to Rathfarnham Road.
Kimmage to city centre
Kimmage Road Lower between Sundrive Road and Harold’s Cross would be limited to buses, bicycles and taxis. Through traffic would be diverted via Larkfield Park and Harold’s Cross Road or via Sundrive Road and Clogher Road.
Rathfarnham to city centre
The footpaths on Rathmines Road would have to be narrowed to make room for one bus lane and one traffic lane in each direction. An alternative would be to divert outbound traffic via Ranelagh and make Rathmines Road one-way for general traffic, in addition to providing two bus lanes.
Further details, proposed plans/maps and details on how to input into the consultation process (which runs until the end of September) are available at https://www.busconnects.ie/
A public consultation on the new ‘Bus Connect’ proposal which is a major re-design of the Dublin bus service is currently underway. Local Information meeting will take place on Wednesday, 29th August in Ashleaf Shopping and on Friday 7th September in Rathfarnham Shopping Centre. These are run by the National Transport Authority.
It is envisaged that there will be major changes to the current bus routes. Some of the proposals that will affect our immediate area include:
Tallaght to Terenure
Templeogue Road would become one-way outbound for general traffic while permitting taxis, buses and bicycles to travel in both directions. Inbound general traffic would divert via Cypress Grove Road and Wainsfort Road towards the KCR or via Springfield Road to Rathfarnham Road.
Kimmage to city centre
Kimmage Road Lower between Sundrive Road and Harold’s Cross would be limited to buses, bicycles and taxis. Through traffic would be diverted via Larkfield Park and Harold’s Cross Road or via Sundrive Road and Clogher Road.
Rathfarnham to city centre
The footpaths on Rathmines Road would have to be narrowed to make room for one bus lane and one traffic lane in each direction. An alternative would be to divert outbound traffic via Ranelagh and make Rathmines Road one-way for general traffic, in addition to providing two bus lanes.
Further details, proposed plans/maps and details on how to input into the consultation process (which runs until the end of September) are available at https://www.busconnects.ie/
3rd August, 2018 Bus Connects Public Consultation
You might have heard media reports of the new ‘Bus Connect’ plan which is a major re-design of the Dublin bus service. A public consultation is currently underway and an information meeting will take place on Wednesday, 29th August in Ashleaf Shopping Centre from 2pm to 8pm.
Further details and proposed plans and maps are available at https://www.busconnects.ie/
It is envisaged that there will be major changes to the current bus routes. There are also changes proposed to roads such as to make some roads one-way, narrower footpaths and sections of front gardens purchased to allow for more bus corridors.
You might have heard media reports of the new ‘Bus Connect’ plan which is a major re-design of the Dublin bus service. A public consultation is currently underway and an information meeting will take place on Wednesday, 29th August in Ashleaf Shopping Centre from 2pm to 8pm.
Further details and proposed plans and maps are available at https://www.busconnects.ie/
It is envisaged that there will be major changes to the current bus routes. There are also changes proposed to roads such as to make some roads one-way, narrower footpaths and sections of front gardens purchased to allow for more bus corridors.
18th June, 2018 Metro Link Meeting
Eamon Ryan, T.D. is planning a meeting to discuss the possible extension of the metro link to Rathfarnham. An invitation has been extended to all interested parties. If you would like to attend, please see full details of the invitation below.
A Chara,
I would like to invite you to a Public Meeting to discuss the Metro Link and specifically a proposal recently set out in our own submission to the National Transport Authority that looks at the possibility of extending the line to Rathfarnham.
I hope to facilitate an informative evening of discussion on Wednesday the 27th of June at 19:30 in the Evergreen Hall in Terenure to look at how this proposal might work.
We are keen to invite a variety of stakeholders, local community groups, politicians and others to join us to look at the proposal in more detail and I hope that you might be free to join us on the night as well. Please feel free to share this invitation within your own networks but there are limited places available so make sure to register for the event on eventbrite here.
If you have any queries about the event, please don't hesitate to contact me on the number below.
Looking forward to seeing you on the 27th.
Kind regards,
Anna on behalf of Eamon Ryan T.D.
Assistant to Eamon Ryan
Green Party / Comhaontas Glas
Cuirtear fáilte roimh theagmháil i nGaeilge
01 618 3892
Eamon Ryan, T.D. is planning a meeting to discuss the possible extension of the metro link to Rathfarnham. An invitation has been extended to all interested parties. If you would like to attend, please see full details of the invitation below.
A Chara,
I would like to invite you to a Public Meeting to discuss the Metro Link and specifically a proposal recently set out in our own submission to the National Transport Authority that looks at the possibility of extending the line to Rathfarnham.
I hope to facilitate an informative evening of discussion on Wednesday the 27th of June at 19:30 in the Evergreen Hall in Terenure to look at how this proposal might work.
We are keen to invite a variety of stakeholders, local community groups, politicians and others to join us to look at the proposal in more detail and I hope that you might be free to join us on the night as well. Please feel free to share this invitation within your own networks but there are limited places available so make sure to register for the event on eventbrite here.
If you have any queries about the event, please don't hesitate to contact me on the number below.
Looking forward to seeing you on the 27th.
Kind regards,
Anna on behalf of Eamon Ryan T.D.
Assistant to Eamon Ryan
Green Party / Comhaontas Glas
Cuirtear fáilte roimh theagmháil i nGaeilge
01 618 3892
07 May, 2018 Bogus Tradesmen
Bogus tradesmen have been operating in the College and Wainsfort/Fortfield area since Thursday. All residents in the the area are asked to take extra care when letting tradesmen into their homes and to keep an eye on vulnerable neighbours. Should anyone notice anything suspicious, they are asked to report it immediately to Terenure Garda Station (Tel: 01 6666400).
Bogus tradesmen have been operating in the College and Wainsfort/Fortfield area since Thursday. All residents in the the area are asked to take extra care when letting tradesmen into their homes and to keep an eye on vulnerable neighbours. Should anyone notice anything suspicious, they are asked to report it immediately to Terenure Garda Station (Tel: 01 6666400).
A.G.M.---Monday 16 April, 2018
The Annual General Meeting of the Residents Association takes place on Monday 16th April at 8.00 p.m. in St. Mary’s room, St Pius X Church. This room is at the rear of the Church at the right hand side. Entrance is from the car park.
All residents are invited and encouraged to attend. Come and meet your neighbours and get to know what is happening in the area.
The local Garda Community liaison officer will be in attendance at the meeting.
The Annual General Meeting of the Residents Association takes place on Monday 16th April at 8.00 p.m. in St. Mary’s room, St Pius X Church. This room is at the rear of the Church at the right hand side. Entrance is from the car park.
All residents are invited and encouraged to attend. Come and meet your neighbours and get to know what is happening in the area.
The local Garda Community liaison officer will be in attendance at the meeting.
Clean Up Day
This year’s annual clean-up day will take place on Saturday, 21st April and we are looking for volunteers to help out for a few hours with picking up litter and tidying up the general area. Cleaning equipment will be provided as well as some light refreshments afterwards. If you are interested, please come along to the AGM or email [email protected] or you can just come along and join us on the day – we meet at 11.00 a.m. outside the Two Sisters pub.
This year’s annual clean-up day will take place on Saturday, 21st April and we are looking for volunteers to help out for a few hours with picking up litter and tidying up the general area. Cleaning equipment will be provided as well as some light refreshments afterwards. If you are interested, please come along to the AGM or email [email protected] or you can just come along and join us on the day – we meet at 11.00 a.m. outside the Two Sisters pub.
19 February, 2018 Home Security Scheme 2018
South Dublin County Council are running their Lock Scheme again in 2018. If you have previously availed of this scheme in 2016 or 2017 you may be eligible to have an additional door lock replaced. This scheme is to support older, vulnerable or residents living alone to replace their existing external door European Profile Locks with high security anti snap locks. Applicants must be living in privately owned accommodation. Not all doors are suitable for replacement locks. The closing date for receipt of fully completed application forms is Monday 30th April 2018 at 4pm. For further details please contact Community Services on 01 4149270 or email [email protected]. For more information please see Home Security Scheme 2018
South Dublin County Council are running their Lock Scheme again in 2018. If you have previously availed of this scheme in 2016 or 2017 you may be eligible to have an additional door lock replaced. This scheme is to support older, vulnerable or residents living alone to replace their existing external door European Profile Locks with high security anti snap locks. Applicants must be living in privately owned accommodation. Not all doors are suitable for replacement locks. The closing date for receipt of fully completed application forms is Monday 30th April 2018 at 4pm. For further details please contact Community Services on 01 4149270 or email [email protected]. For more information please see Home Security Scheme 2018
19 February, 2018 Over 55's Activity Booklet
South Dublin County Council has published its booklet of activities for 2018. Check out what is happening in your area -
http://www.sdcc.ie/sites/ default/files/publications// 55dailyactivitybooklet2018.pdf
South Dublin County Council has published its booklet of activities for 2018. Check out what is happening in your area -
http://www.sdcc.ie/sites/ default/files/publications// 55dailyactivitybooklet2018.pdf
06 December, 2017 ‘Neighbourhood Watch’ Volunteers required
Neighbourhood Watch is a crime prevention programme aimed at getting local communities in Ireland actively involved in observing and reporting suspicious activities.
Our local Neighbourhood Watch committee is currently looking for volunteers to act as street coordinators, in particular for the following areas: The Orchard, Wainsfort Park, College Drive and College Crescent.
The Street Coordinator role is not an onerous role - it involves meeting twice a year in Terenure Garda Station for an update on recent crime stats, current scams etc. and in general keeping an eye out for suspicious activity in the area. If you are interested please get in contact by emailing us.
You can find out more about Neighbourhood Watch here.
Neighbourhood Watch is a crime prevention programme aimed at getting local communities in Ireland actively involved in observing and reporting suspicious activities.
Our local Neighbourhood Watch committee is currently looking for volunteers to act as street coordinators, in particular for the following areas: The Orchard, Wainsfort Park, College Drive and College Crescent.
The Street Coordinator role is not an onerous role - it involves meeting twice a year in Terenure Garda Station for an update on recent crime stats, current scams etc. and in general keeping an eye out for suspicious activity in the area. If you are interested please get in contact by emailing us.
You can find out more about Neighbourhood Watch here.
28th November, 2017 Volunteers needed to help plant bulbs
South Dublin County Council has advised that they will give us 250 spring bulbs for planting on the green area bordering Wainsfort Grove/College Drive/Fortfield Road. They will be there at 2.00 on Saturday next 2nd December and we are looking for volunteers to assist with planting.
We appreciate that its rather late in the year for bulb planting and that people are busy in the run up to Christmas but if you could spare an hour of your time please come along.
South Dublin County Council has advised that they will give us 250 spring bulbs for planting on the green area bordering Wainsfort Grove/College Drive/Fortfield Road. They will be there at 2.00 on Saturday next 2nd December and we are looking for volunteers to assist with planting.
We appreciate that its rather late in the year for bulb planting and that people are busy in the run up to Christmas but if you could spare an hour of your time please come along.
10th November, 2017 Leaf Collection
If any resident wishes to collect fallen leaves in the area can they please let us know, as bags can be supplied and we can also arrange for the leaves to be collected.
If any resident wishes to collect fallen leaves in the area can they please let us know, as bags can be supplied and we can also arrange for the leaves to be collected.
31st August, 2017 Community Garda
Garda Emma Redmond has been appointed as the Community Garda for our area. She is based in Terenure Garda Station. Should anyone wish to get in touch with her, contact Terenure Garda Station on 01 666 6400.
Garda Emma Redmond has been appointed as the Community Garda for our area. She is based in Terenure Garda Station. Should anyone wish to get in touch with her, contact Terenure Garda Station on 01 666 6400.
8th July, 2017 Planters
The Residents Association recently provided some planters and flowers in the area. We hope you like them. We would appreciate any help or advice on the ongoing maintenance of the planters so if anyone out there has knowledge on types of flowers to plant and when to plant them that they could share with us, please get in contact.
Separately we have been in contact with the Council regarding the delay in finishing the revamping of the green space on Wainsfort Gove. We have been advised that it will be finished by end July. This will include levelling and grass seeding, putting tarmac surface on the paths and a new railing.
The Residents Association recently provided some planters and flowers in the area. We hope you like them. We would appreciate any help or advice on the ongoing maintenance of the planters so if anyone out there has knowledge on types of flowers to plant and when to plant them that they could share with us, please get in contact.
Separately we have been in contact with the Council regarding the delay in finishing the revamping of the green space on Wainsfort Gove. We have been advised that it will be finished by end July. This will include levelling and grass seeding, putting tarmac surface on the paths and a new railing.
14th April, 2017 Dates for the Diary
The AGM for College and Wainsfort Residents Association will take place on Monday, April 24th at 8pm in St. Marys Room, St. Piux X Church (at the rear of the church on the right hand side). All residents are invited to attend.
As part of the An Taisce National Spring Clean initiative the Annual Clean-up Day will take place on Saturday, April 29th. If you have a few hours to spare, volunteers are needed to help pick litter and generally tidy up the area. All volunteers are meeting at The Two Sisters Pub, on Wainsfort Drive at 11am. Light refreshment will be served afterward.
Full details on both of these events, and other items of interest are available on the 2017 newsletter, which can be accessed by clicking here.
The AGM for College and Wainsfort Residents Association will take place on Monday, April 24th at 8pm in St. Marys Room, St. Piux X Church (at the rear of the church on the right hand side). All residents are invited to attend.
As part of the An Taisce National Spring Clean initiative the Annual Clean-up Day will take place on Saturday, April 29th. If you have a few hours to spare, volunteers are needed to help pick litter and generally tidy up the area. All volunteers are meeting at The Two Sisters Pub, on Wainsfort Drive at 11am. Light refreshment will be served afterward.
Full details on both of these events, and other items of interest are available on the 2017 newsletter, which can be accessed by clicking here.
20th March, 2017 Upcoming AGM
The annual AGM for College and Wainsfort Residents Association will take place on April 24th, at 8p.m. in St. Mary’s room, to the rear of St Pius X Church. All residents welcome.
The annual AGM for College and Wainsfort Residents Association will take place on April 24th, at 8p.m. in St. Mary’s room, to the rear of St Pius X Church. All residents welcome.
26th February, 2017 Recycling Bins
Recycling bins on Wainsfort Road are regularly being blown over, causing unsightly litter to be scattered onto the street and into private gardens. Bins are far less likely to be blown over if the handles of the bin face the roundabout at the top of Wainsfort Road. For those in other areas whose bins are also being blown over, this is less likely to happen if the handles are turned to face the direction of the wind. All residents are urged to do what they can to keep our area litter free
Recycling bins on Wainsfort Road are regularly being blown over, causing unsightly litter to be scattered onto the street and into private gardens. Bins are far less likely to be blown over if the handles of the bin face the roundabout at the top of Wainsfort Road. For those in other areas whose bins are also being blown over, this is less likely to happen if the handles are turned to face the direction of the wind. All residents are urged to do what they can to keep our area litter free
18th January, 2017 Report Suspicious Activity
There have been reports of several break-in's and theft of bicycles in nearby areas. Residents are asked to be vigilant for unusual activity in our area. Report any suspicious activity immediately to the Gardai and take extra precautions when locking up bicycles.
There have been reports of several break-in's and theft of bicycles in nearby areas. Residents are asked to be vigilant for unusual activity in our area. Report any suspicious activity immediately to the Gardai and take extra precautions when locking up bicycles.
20th October, 2016 Speed Limit Consultation Process, Dublin South County Council
South Dublin County Council has a public consultation on speed limits. This includes proposals for a Slow Zone (30kph) in all residential housing estates – details are at
http://www.sdublincoco.ie/index.aspx?pageid=939&pid=36025. Draft byelaws and accompanying maps are available at http://consult.sdublincoco.ie and can also be viewed at Ballyroan Library. The closing date for comments/submission is 1st November, 2016.
South Dublin County Council has a public consultation on speed limits. This includes proposals for a Slow Zone (30kph) in all residential housing estates – details are at
http://www.sdublincoco.ie/index.aspx?pageid=939&pid=36025. Draft byelaws and accompanying maps are available at http://consult.sdublincoco.ie and can also be viewed at Ballyroan Library. The closing date for comments/submission is 1st November, 2016.
9th October, 2016 Dublin South County Council Home Security Scheme 2016
Dublin South County Council have announced a lock replacement scheme for residents over 55 and vulnerable residents living alone in privately owned accommodation. There are only 500 new locks available and they will be given out on a first come first serve basis. All replacement locks will be installed by a contractor, Locksafe Ltd. Only certain doors / locks are suitable for the scheme, the details are on the form. There is a closing date on the form (October 21st) so send them in as soon as possible. Please click here to download the application form.
Dublin South County Council have announced a lock replacement scheme for residents over 55 and vulnerable residents living alone in privately owned accommodation. There are only 500 new locks available and they will be given out on a first come first serve basis. All replacement locks will be installed by a contractor, Locksafe Ltd. Only certain doors / locks are suitable for the scheme, the details are on the form. There is a closing date on the form (October 21st) so send them in as soon as possible. Please click here to download the application form.
28th September, 2016 Proposed changes at College Drive/Wainsfort Grove green area
Click here to view the proposed changes to the green space at College Drive/Wainsfort Grove. If you have any comments or observations that you wish to submit please email the residents association before 20th October, 2016.
Click here to view the proposed changes to the green space at College Drive/Wainsfort Grove. If you have any comments or observations that you wish to submit please email the residents association before 20th October, 2016.
27th September, 2016 Making Our Area Beautiful
Any residents interested in maintaining flower boxes on their street are encouraged to get in touch with the committee. If you would like a flower box/planter or similar on your street and would be in a position to look after the flower box as necessary all materials needed will be provided.
Any residents interested in maintaining flower boxes on their street are encouraged to get in touch with the committee. If you would like a flower box/planter or similar on your street and would be in a position to look after the flower box as necessary all materials needed will be provided.
18th April, 2016 Terenure Five Mile Run
Terenure Five Mile run will take place at 11am, Sunday 15th May 2016
Roads affected include Fortfield Rd, Templeogue Rd, Terenure Rd West, Wainsfort Rd and Templeville Rd.
For more information about the race and route log on the Terenure 5 Mile website.
Terenure Five Mile run will take place at 11am, Sunday 15th May 2016
Roads affected include Fortfield Rd, Templeogue Rd, Terenure Rd West, Wainsfort Rd and Templeville Rd.
For more information about the race and route log on the Terenure 5 Mile website.
14th April, 2016 Local Area Plan for Terenure
A Local Area Plan for Terenure has been prepared and will be available to view at Terenure Public Library from Monday 18th April for three weeks up to Monday 9th May. Comments on the plan are invited. For further information and to download a copy of the plan, please use the following link:
http://www.terenureresidentsassociation.ie/areaplan.html
A Local Area Plan for Terenure has been prepared and will be available to view at Terenure Public Library from Monday 18th April for three weeks up to Monday 9th May. Comments on the plan are invited. For further information and to download a copy of the plan, please use the following link:
http://www.terenureresidentsassociation.ie/areaplan.html
11th April, 2016 Update on Redesign of Common Green Area
South Dublin County Council have agreed an allocation of funds for the revamping of the green area at Fortfield Road/Wainsfort Grove/College Drive. We have been advised that the work is scheduled to start and be completed in 2016. Any views on the design/landscaping of the green would be welcome.
South Dublin County Council have agreed an allocation of funds for the revamping of the green area at Fortfield Road/Wainsfort Grove/College Drive. We have been advised that the work is scheduled to start and be completed in 2016. Any views on the design/landscaping of the green would be welcome.
9th April, 2016 Upcoming Dates for your Diary
The Residents Association has its AGM on Monday, 18th April at 8pm. All residents are welcome to attend. Details of where and how to get there are available on the newsletter.
In conjunction with the An Taisce National Spring Clean initiative, the annual College and Wainsfort Residents Association Clean Up Day will take place on Saturday, 23rd April. If you have a couple of hours to spare and wish to volunteer to help clean up our area please join us outside the Two Sisters pub at 11am. Light refreshments will be provided afterward.
The 2016 newsletter is now available. View it by clicking here.
The Residents Association has its AGM on Monday, 18th April at 8pm. All residents are welcome to attend. Details of where and how to get there are available on the newsletter.
In conjunction with the An Taisce National Spring Clean initiative, the annual College and Wainsfort Residents Association Clean Up Day will take place on Saturday, 23rd April. If you have a couple of hours to spare and wish to volunteer to help clean up our area please join us outside the Two Sisters pub at 11am. Light refreshments will be provided afterward.
The 2016 newsletter is now available. View it by clicking here.
8th January, 2016 Recent Planning Applications
Ballymore Residential Ltd Properties have recently applied for permission for the construction of a playground and associated landscaping works in College Square, off Wainsfort Manor Drive, Dublin 6W.
The Planning application is available to view on South Dublin County Council website at www.sdcc.ie - the planning reference is SD15A/0373.
The closing date for receipt is submissions is 27th January, 2016 and the decision due date is 17th February, 2016.
Ballymore Residential Ltd Properties have recently applied for permission for the construction of a playground and associated landscaping works in College Square, off Wainsfort Manor Drive, Dublin 6W.
The Planning application is available to view on South Dublin County Council website at www.sdcc.ie - the planning reference is SD15A/0373.
The closing date for receipt is submissions is 27th January, 2016 and the decision due date is 17th February, 2016.
22nd October, 2015 Notice from Neighbourhood Watch Team
Residents are advised to beware of the following:
Do not leave your keys (to your car etc.) on a hall table where they are on view from the letterbox. They can easily be fished out and used by criminals.
Ensure you keep your porch door securely locked.
Beware of a (landline) telephone scam during which the caller will tell you there is a problem with your current account and ask you to call the bank immediately. If you call the bank, you will in fact be connected with the scammers and you may end up passing on sensitive banking information onto the criminals. If the bank is nearby, call in if you are concerned.
Residents are advised to beware of the following:
Do not leave your keys (to your car etc.) on a hall table where they are on view from the letterbox. They can easily be fished out and used by criminals.
Ensure you keep your porch door securely locked.
Beware of a (landline) telephone scam during which the caller will tell you there is a problem with your current account and ask you to call the bank immediately. If you call the bank, you will in fact be connected with the scammers and you may end up passing on sensitive banking information onto the criminals. If the bank is nearby, call in if you are concerned.
19th October, 2015 Collection of subs
Reminder to all residents that the collection of subs is ongoing. If you wish to pay your subs for 2015/2016, please contact a member of the committee.
Reminder to all residents that the collection of subs is ongoing. If you wish to pay your subs for 2015/2016, please contact a member of the committee.
16th June, 2015 Collection of subs
Residents Association annual subs are now due. The fee is €5. A member of the residents association will call to collect it.
Residents Association annual subs are now due. The fee is €5. A member of the residents association will call to collect it.
20th May, 2015 Calling local landscapers!!!!
The Residents Association are currently petitioning the council for funds to revamp our local park on Fortfield Road into a low maintenance usable space that all residents can enjoy. We are trying to put together a suggested design for the council to consider. We would be delighted to hear from any landscapers (professional or otherwise) in a position to volunteer their time to help with the design.
The Residents Association are currently petitioning the council for funds to revamp our local park on Fortfield Road into a low maintenance usable space that all residents can enjoy. We are trying to put together a suggested design for the council to consider. We would be delighted to hear from any landscapers (professional or otherwise) in a position to volunteer their time to help with the design.
25th April, 2015
Successful ‘Clean-Up Day’
Despite the bad weather there was a good turnout for the ‘Clean-Up Day’ held on Saturday, 25rd April which was organised in conjunction with An Taisce and SDCC. The volunteers picked up litter from all of the areas covered by the Residents Association as well as cleaning up the laneway linking Wainsfort Road and Wainsfort Park. We wish to thank all of the volunteers for their hard work and we hope to organise similar events in the future.
http://www.nationalspringclean.org/
Successful ‘Clean-Up Day’
Despite the bad weather there was a good turnout for the ‘Clean-Up Day’ held on Saturday, 25rd April which was organised in conjunction with An Taisce and SDCC. The volunteers picked up litter from all of the areas covered by the Residents Association as well as cleaning up the laneway linking Wainsfort Road and Wainsfort Park. We wish to thank all of the volunteers for their hard work and we hope to organise similar events in the future.
http://www.nationalspringclean.org/
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Genuine Charity - Bogus Collectors - Security Notice to residents - April 20th 2015.
Residents are being advised to be aware of two young, respectable looking girls purporting to be collecting for St. Bridgets or a similar charity who have ripped off a number of locals in the Templeogue area. Be careful not to let anyone you do not know over your doorstep.
Residents are being advised to be aware of two young, respectable looking girls purporting to be collecting for St. Bridgets or a similar charity who have ripped off a number of locals in the Templeogue area. Be careful not to let anyone you do not know over your doorstep.
Terenure five annual mile run
The annual five mile run organised by Sportsworld will take place on Sunday May 17th. The race starts off walkers at 10.40am and there will be minor disruption to traffic in the area during the race. All participants are expected to be finished by 12.10pm. Closed roads will reopen on a rolling basis behind the last runner/walker. Wainsfort road will only be used during mile 2 and will be reopened as soon as competitors are finished running/walking in this street. Sportsworld have kindly provided a map and route information below to allow for planning access to the area during the race.
The annual five mile run organised by Sportsworld will take place on Sunday May 17th. The race starts off walkers at 10.40am and there will be minor disruption to traffic in the area during the race. All participants are expected to be finished by 12.10pm. Closed roads will reopen on a rolling basis behind the last runner/walker. Wainsfort road will only be used during mile 2 and will be reopened as soon as competitors are finished running/walking in this street. Sportsworld have kindly provided a map and route information below to allow for planning access to the area during the race.
