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Featured on this week's Inclusive Sport with Aidan Raftery; GAA and Soccer Chat with Brian Colleran, Robbie's Corner with Robbie Mulvey, NMH Foundation Sports Event Update with Carolina Miyasaka, and Run With The Roses with Peter Turner and Niall Tully.

Two young sisters from Strokestown, County Roscommon, Róisín (8) and Cara (6), daughters of Noel and Edel Doherty, have taken part in The Big Brave Cut, a new fundraising initiative supporting the building for the new Sunflower Children’s Hospice, which is to be built in County Mayo. By taking part in The Big Brave Cut, Róisín and Cara are making a meaningful difference to not one, but two worthy causes, creating a wig for a child in need, while also raising vital funds for children and families who will benefit from the Sunflower Children’s Hospice. The brave sisters donated an impressive 12 inches of hair each and this is not the first time they have done this. Adrianne was delighted to get to chat with the entire Doherty family to and got to see these amazing little girls up very close on zoom. They have managed to raise hey have managed to raise €4,000 so far, but you can still make a donation for this worthy cause. Please visit https://gofund.me/9158fac46 or for more information on The Sunflower Children’s Hospice visit sunflowerchildrenshospice.ie/

Featured on this week's Inclusive Sport with Aidan Raftery; World Cup Review and GAA with Brian Colleran, Robbie's corner with Robbie Mulvey, Aine's All Ireland Hurling Championship Report, Wheelchair Sport Update with Jack Squibb, and Formula 1 with Michael O' Grady.

Thousands of adult learners face financial barriers to education says AONTAS, the National Adult Learning Organisation. They have just launched a Pre-Budget Submission, entitled ‘Investment Where It Matters Most’, calling on Government to make adult learning a priority in Budget 2027. The submission sets out five practical, costed recommendations to strengthen Further Education and Training, and community education, removing barriers to learning to ensure no learner is left behind. Adrianne spoke to Conor Thompson from AONTAS, to discuss their submission and what they would like to see in Budget 2027. To read the Submissions go to https://www.aontas.com/advocacy/budget- 2027/ and for more information on the supports AONTAS offer or to become a member then please go to www.aontas.com

Two young sisters from Strokestown, County Roscommon, Róisín (8) and Cara (6), daughters of Noel and Edel Doherty, have taken part in The Big Brave Cut, a new fundraising initiative supporting the building for the new Sunflower Children’s Hospice, which is to be built in County Mayo. By taking part in The Big Brave Cut, Róisín and Cara are making a meaningful difference to not one, but two worthy causes, creating a wig for a child in need, while also raising vital funds for children and families who will benefit from the Sunflower Children’s Hospice. The brave sisters donated an impressive 12 inches of hair each and this is not the first time they have done this. Adrianne was delighted to get to chat with the entire Doherty family to and got to see these amazing little girls up very close on zoom. They have managed to raise hey have managed to raise €4,000 so far, but you can still make a donation for this worthy cause. Please visit https://gofund.me/9158fac46 or for more information on The Sunflower Children’s Hospice visit sunflowerchildrenshospice.ie/

On Saturday, 18th July it is 50 years to the day since the opening of Knock Basilica in County Mayo, and over that time it has welcomed millions of pilgrims from Ireland and across the world who go to find healing of both mind and body through prayer and blessings. They hold various events throughout the year and Adrianne speaks here, with Noirin Mulhearn who is Head of Communications at Knock Basilica, about the upcoming program of events for the Autumn and the itinerary for the 50th Anniversary celebrations. Please check out www.knockshrine.ie

Fiona Ferris, Deputy CEO and Head of Training with AsIAm joins Adrianne to discuss their National Autism Conference, which will take place this year on Saturday, 12th September in the Grand Hotel, Malahide, Co. Dublin. They also chat about an upcoming fundraising 5km walk, which you can compete in virtually, from the comfort of your own county. To register for their conference or the 5km ‘Run4Autism’, which takes place on Sunday, August 16th , then please go to www.asiam.ie or if you have any queries then contact Fiona directly at fiona@asiam.ie

The cost of achieving a Minimum Essential Standard of Living (MESL) has increased by an average of 3.8% over the past year and by 23.6% since 2020, according to the latest Report launched by the SVP Vincentian MESL Research Centre. Unfortunately, social welfare payments have not increased to keep up with these increases in the cost of living, which means more people are living in poverty than ever before. Adrianne speaks here with Niamh O’Carroll, an MESL Researcher, about their report findings and the four key priorities that they are putting forward for government to implement in the upcoming Budget 2027, which includes an increase to core social welfare rates and targeted income supports to families with children aged 12 years and over. Please visit Vincentian MESL Research Centre at SVP to access the MESL 2026 Report, and for further information or supports please contact comms@svp.ie or go to www.budgeting.ie

The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland SEAI, is urging homeowners to start their home energy upgrade journey over the summer months, and Adrianne speaks here with Brian McIntyre, Program Manager with the SEAI to find out why and the various grants available for home improvements. For information on all grants and to apply please go to www.seai.ie

Featured on this week's Inclusive Sport with Aidan Raftery; World Cup Review and GAA with Brian Colleran, Robbie's Corner with Robbie Mulvey, Castlerea Crusaders Athletics Update with Peter Turner, and Formula 1 with Michael O' Grady.