Askeaton Ballysteen Natural Heritage

03/11/2026

The National Biodiversity Data Centre is seeking to appoint an Invasive Species Programme Manager.

For full details of the role and the application process see the Candidate Information Booklet : https://biodiversityireland.ie/we-are-recruiting-for-an-invasive-species-programme-manager/

The closing date for applications is 5pm on Friday the 27th November 2026.

24/10/2026

Today we brought the 1,254,722 voices that signed the Hands Off Nature petition to EU Commissioner Roswall. But just because the petition is closed doesn’t mean the conversation about the proposed rolling back European laws protecting nature and biodiversity has ended.

"The proposed changes would make it easier for birds to be killed, for nests and eggs to be destroyed and would make it easier to disturb birds,” said Oonagh Duggan, BirdWatch Ireland’s Head of Policy and Advocacy in a recent article from the Irish Mirror. "When they're gone, they'll be gone forever, and it will mean a much more depleted environment for all of us."

Read Oonagh’s full interview here: https://www.irishmirror.ie/news/irish-news/irish-meps-urged-reject-moves-37793085?fbclid=IwY2xjawVITVRleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBwZG9mBHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDzUxNDc3MTU2OTIyODA2MQABHjOz13DBKDLRRFoN3rzj06gMVVvKyBjg5BNS_4uthZNTz3qHfsXHMT_26o69_aem_4Huun3myHXPLiHDLm6MRZA

23/10/2026

Maigue Rivers Trust are hosting two Farming for Water Information Evenings in November and would like to invite all interested farmers!

* Monday 2nd November - Granagh Community Hall
* Tuesday 10th November - Lough Gur Visitor Centre

These sessions offer an opportunity to learn about grant funding and practical measures that can benefit both their farms and local waterways.

For further information, please contact:
Aidan (086 172 2537)

23/10/2026

The second Irish Wetland Bird Survey (I-WeBS) of the season is happening on Sunday 25th October from 12pm. We are starting at Poulnarone Creek (Poulaweala) and welcome anyone with an interest in birds and birdwatching to come along. No previous experience necessary and all birdwatching equipment will be provided 🦆

Saturdays survey will be led by ABNH members Oonagh Jones and Gerardine O’Brien

Just turn up on the day 🦆👀

Askeaton Tidy Towns Ballysteen Tidy Village Association Environment Awareness & Education Limerick City & County Council Birdwatch Ireland Limerick Branch Askeaton/Ballysteen Community Council BirdWatch Ireland

21/10/2026

Askeaton Ballysteen Natural Heritage have our AGM on Thursday October 22nd at 7pm at Askeaton Community Hall. We welcome new members 💥

We are a local Community group in West Limerick creating action & awareness for Natural Heritage. 🦅🦆 🌳

Recent projects include working on the Irish Wetland Bird Survey, installing swift boxes in several buildings locally with guidance from Swift Ireland, and our River Walk led by Liam O’Sullivan as part of National Heritage week. Our members are made up of people with many interests and are Intergenerational, we are an inclusive and encouraging group.

Askeaton/Ballysteen Community Council Ballysteen Tidy Village Association Environment Awareness & Education Limerick City & County Council Askeaton Tidy Towns

16/10/2026

🚨Are you looking for an event to celebrate An Taisce The National Trust for Ireland's Climate Action Week? The River Basin Management Service is hosting the South West Communities Caring for Water Conference this Saturday.

Join us for a day of community networking, shared learning and discussion about our natural waters.

📆 Saturday, 17th October
🕒 10am-2pm
📍 Longcourt House Hotel, St Mary's Rd, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, V94 TD72

This is a free event but registration is required. Places are limited!

🔗 Register here: https://bit.ly/4rRYH81

16/10/2026

16/10/2026

Pop Sunday at 3pm on your calendar. We are having our Duck Race in the afternoon at The Clareen (the stream near the Abbey/ Franciscan Friary). So many names!!! 😀
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10/10/2026

Askeaton Ballysteen Kilcornan Youth Club are trying to get back up & running. They need adult volunteers to help run the club - if you are over 18 and would like to help please see this poster re contact details. This is very rewarding role. 💐 Thank you.