Central Council will now have the power to open up provincial, county and national grounds to non-GAA sports following an overwhelming backing in Congress in Wexford today.

Veteran Limerick rugby broadcaster Len Dineen will embark on a contrasting double assignment on this evening when he contends with the raucous roar of Thomond Park followed by the serene sounds of Perry Como during a marathon stint at the microphone.

Coming so quickly as it does on the heels of the announcement of the €45m quayside office block project at Albert Quay, yesterday’s long-awaited An Bord Pleanála approval for the €70m rejuvenation of Páirc Uí Chaoimh adds to the growing sense of optimism around Cork City’s future, especially along the riverside from City Hall to Blackrock.

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