The Copper Post

04/09/2026

SEPTEMBER EDITION OUT NOW!
September’s edition was released earlier THIS WEEK, click below to read it.
https://copper-post.beehiiv.com/p/edition-18

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Here’s a taste of what’s inside:
🏆 Clanna Gael GAA Club – County Minor Hurling Division 1 Shield glory, U12 success and congratulations to the club’s Leaving Cert graduates.
🏐 Dunhill GAA – The annual raffle, Jim Harney Golf Dunhill Classic results, Deise Draw winners, Waterford representation and plenty more club news.
🏸 Dunhill Squash Club – The new 2026/2027 season is just around the corner, with the first club league sponsored by Paul Kenny of Haven Pharmacy.
💚 Fenor GAA Club – A winning start to the Intermediate Championship, Deise Draw success and updates from Siopa na Páirce.
🎯 Fenor Road Bowling Club – Championship progress, Waterford representation at the All-Ireland series and plans for the Jerry Cremin Memorial event.
🏉 Munster Rugby – Congratulations to Dunhill’s Oscar Flanagan on his selection for the Munster U18 rugby squad.
⚽ Na Gaeil Juvenile GAA Club – A warm welcome to new and returning players of all ages.
🏆 St.Anne's Camogie and Ladies Gaelic Football Club – U14A Camogie County Champions and a big thank you to the local businesses supporting the club.
📖 Down Memory Lane – A nostalgic look back at Pitch & Putt players at “Sid’s Golf” on the Tramore Prom in the early/mid-’90s.
🌊 Boatstrand Sea Safety Centre – Swim Week celebrations, a fantastic €1,700 bake sale total and huge thanks to everyone who supported the Sea Safety Centre.
🤝 Community Care & Social Hub – The popular Social Hub returns on September 24th, welcoming everyone from across the Copper Coast area.
⛪ Dunhill and Fenor Parish – Mass times, Fr Richard’s Silver Jubilee and the September Novena at Holy Cross Church.
🎶 Dunhill Multi-Education Centre – The Copper Coast Community Choir returns for a new season, with everyone welcome — no musical experience needed!
🏫 Dunhill National School – A final photo appeal as the new school year gets underway.
🧸 Tiny Tots Community Playgroup Dunhill – Welcoming new and returning little learners and wishing the children heading off to primary school the very best.
🌿 Dunhill Tidy Towns – Updates on village improvements, including work by Irish Water and Waterford Council.
🌹 Rose of Tralee – Well done to Rachel Keane, who represented Dunhill and New Zealand with great pride.
🐕 Local Story – A classic “Only in Dunhill” tale involving a dog, a misunderstanding and a very happy ending!
🧠 Trivia Question – Can you work out which word makes the sentence about the letter ‘i’ true?
💼 Job Notices – Local opportunities and a chance to advertise your vacancies.
🏠 Property – Local property listings for sale and rent.
🕊️ Death Notices & In Tribute – Remembering members of our community, including a special tribute to Martin Kennedy.
🌦️ Weather – Your local weather update.
📖 Copper Post Business Directory – Discover local businesses across Dunhill, Fenor, Boatstrand and Annestown, and find out how to join the directory.

Read it here: https://copper-post.beehiiv.com/p/edition-18

Our regular contributors include: Anne Valley Walk, Anne Valley 5-mile Challenge, Dunhill GAA, Clanna Gael GAA Club, Dunhill Squash Club, Fenor GAA Club, Fenor Road Bowling Club, Seaview Celtic FC Waterford, Dunhill Multi-Education Centre, Na Gaeil Juvenile GAA Club, Dunhill Ecopark, Dunhill and Fenor Parish, Dunhill National School, Dunhill NS Parents Council, Dunhill S Centre, St.Anne's Camogie and Ladies Gaelic Football Club, Boatstrand Sea Safety Centre, Friends of Dunhill Community Hall, Tiny Tots Community Playgroup Dunhill, Dunhill Youth Club, Fenor NS, Comhar Comaraigh Network, Community Alert, Community Care & Social Hub, Dunhill Tidy Village Group, Dunhill Heritage Keepers, Dunhill Players, Bioregional Weaving Lab.

24/08/2026

16/08/2026

The Annestown Beach Hut is OPEN this Sunday and everyday during school holidays! Drop by for a creamy ‘99c coffee, hot chocolate or treat, and support the Copper Coast Scouts’ fundraiser ☺️🏖️🍦

06/08/2026

🌟 MINI GAEIL WELL KIDS – BLOCK 2 IS ALMOST HERE! 🌟

We hope everyone is having a fantastic summer break! ☀️💚

We’re delighted to announce that Block 2 of our Well Kids Programme kicks off on Saturday, 22nd August, running for 6 weeks at 9:30am in Fenor GAA Club.

💚 Children who completed Block 1 do not need to register again and there is no charge to take part in Block 2.

❤️ New participants are always welcome! If you know a little boy or girl aged 3–5 who would love to get involved, we’d be delighted to welcome them.

📝 Register here:
https://forms.gle/StqMkDfAYhh43evp8

💶 Cost for new participants: €35 (includes a Well Kids jersey).

Our Well Kids programme is a fun, inclusive introduction to GAA, helping children develop fundamental movement skills, build confidence, make friends and, most importantly, enjoy themselves! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️🎉

We can’t wait to see all our returning and new Mini Gaeils on 22nd August! 💚❤️

Fenor GAA Club Dunhill GAA

04/08/2026

✅ 𝗢𝗣𝗘𝗡 𝗧𝗢𝗗𝗔𝗬 | Siopa na Páirce opens at Fenor GAA grounds today (Saturday 1st August), serving hot & cold drinks, ices and snacks from 11am - 4pm daily!

Whether you're passing time with the kids at the Play Park or down at the club, grab a cuppa/bite and say Hi to our friendly team at the hatch. 🌞

*Many hands make light work so a big thank you to all the lads and ladies involved in getting this small sideline off the ground, along with Chris Keogh (Keogh Flooring) and Laurence Curran. ⚙️

30/07/2026

AUGUST EDITION OUT NOW!
August’s edition was released earlier THIS WEEK, click below to read it.
https://copper-post.beehiiv.com/p/edition-17

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With thanks to An Duine Beag Montessori Pre-school and Before & After-school for sponsoring this month's edition.

Here’s a taste of what’s inside:
🌱 Clanna Gael GAA Club – U12s reach the Division 3 Plate Final.
🏐 Dunhill GAA – World Games visitors from Québec, summer camp details and an invitation to the 2027 Knees That Craic Masters tournament.
🏸 Dunhill Squash Club – Club members compete at the Munster Masters and new members are always welcome.
💚 Fenor GAA Club – Team Italy receives a famous Fenor welcome during the World Games, plus junior hurling championship updates.
🎯 Fenor GAA Club – Championship action, All-Ireland fixtures and a special evening hosting Team Italy.
⚽ Na Gaeil Juvenile GAA Club – Blitzes for U8, U9 and U11 players, with new members encouraged to join.
🥅 Seaview Celtic FC Waterford – Expressions of interest open for the new season and bookings now live for the August Summer Camp.
🏆 St.Anne's Camogie and Ladies Gaelic Football Club – U12A Camogie champions retain their county title in thrilling fashion.
📖 Down Memory Lane – Step back 101 years with a fascinating Veale family photograph from 1925 and another from Fenor 50 years ago.
🏖️ Boatstrand Sea Safety Centre – Beach Fun Day proves another huge success and swimming lessons return in August.
🚨 Community Alert – Appeal for information following vandalism of the Annestown picnic table.
🤝 Community Care & Social Hub – Highlights from the annual summer day trip and details of the hub's September return.
🎓 Dunhill Multi-Education Centre – Café job opportunity, free digital skills classes and community garden updates.
🏫 Dunhill National School – Thanks to local GAA coaches for another successful year of Friday training sessions.
🧸 Tiny Tots Community Playgroup Dunhill – Enrolments continue as the playschool highlights the importance of learning through play.
🌿 Anne Valley Walk Dunhill – A heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported the first Balance at the Anne Valley wellbeing event.
🌼 Dunhill Tidy Towns – Village improvements continue with painting, landscaping and plans for a new community display board.
📰 Plus trivia, local jobs, property listings, weather, the growing Business Directory and more…

Read it here: https://copper-post.beehiiv.com/p/edition-17

Our regular contributors include: Anne Valley Walk Dunhill, Anne Valley 5-mile Challenge, Dunhill GAA, Clanna Gael GAA Club, Dunhill Squash Club, Fenor GAA Club, Fenor Road Bowling Club, Seaview Celtic FC Waterford, Dunhill Multi-Education Centre, Na Gaeil Juvenile GAA Club, Dunhill Ecopark, Dunhill and Fenor Parish, Dunhill National School, Dunhill NS Parents Council, Dunhill Sports Centre, St.Anne's Camogie and Ladies Gaelic Football Club, Boatstrand Sea Safety Centre, Friends of Dunhill Community Hall, Tiny Tots Community Playgroup Dunhill, Dunhill Youth Club, Fenor NS, Comhar Comaraigh Network, Community Alert, Community Care & Social Hub, Dunhill Tidy Village Group, Dunhill Heritage Keepers, Dunhill Players, Bioregional Weaving Lab.

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28/07/2026

The Annestown Beach Hut is OPEN today and everyday during holidays (weather allowing). The sun is shining, the sea is glistening and the 99s have never been creamer… ☀️🌊🍦
Come and enjoy and support the Copper Coast Scout fundraiser 🏖️

21/07/2026