Katherine O'Leary

“You can keep social media - I made my own splash on a Swedish rooftop”

Katherine O’Leary discovers that the best holiday moments don’t need to be shared online. A little bravery, a new experience and a rooftop pool created a memory that still brings a smile.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 29 July 2026

“You can keep social media - I made my own splash on a Swedish rooftop”

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‘Seeing the next generation take up farming is incredibly rewarding'

‘Seeing the next generation take up farming is incredibly rewarding'

KATHERINE O'LEARY 22 July 2026

‘We’re ready for the drought... cows to be fed silage in dry weeks ahead'

‘We’re ready for the drought... cows to be fed silage in dry weeks ahead'

KATHERINE O'LEARY 15 July 2026

'At 81, Christy Moore delivered a concert as good as he did when he was younger'

'At 81, Christy Moore delivered a concert as good as he did when he was younger'

'At 81, Christy Moore delivered a concert as good as he did when he was younger'

KATHERINE O'LEARY 8 July 2026

‘Excellence and attention to detail were the main drivers on this Tipp farm'

‘Excellence and attention to detail were the main drivers on this Tipp farm'

‘Excellence and attention to detail were the main drivers on this Tipp farm'

KATHERINE O'LEARY 1 July 2026

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‘It’s the ideal time to visit the galleries in our towns and appreciate them’

‘It’s the ideal time to visit the galleries in our towns and appreciate them’

I cherish my artist friends and want to better understand their extraordinary talents, writes Katherine O’Leary, who encourages readers to visit and support local galleries.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 20 May 2026

‘A farm is a busy place, full of varied emotions, it all has to be managed'

‘A farm is a busy place, full of varied emotions, it all has to be managed'

Succession is more than the signing of papers. It's the passing of the mantle on several fronts.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 20 May 2026

‘Two of my favourite men visit out of love and concern and make my day better'

‘Two of my favourite men visit out of love and concern and make my day better'

A close family circle matters and makes finding those 'moon' moments so special.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 20 May 2026

The 2026 Nuffield International Triennial – a resounding success

The 2026 Nuffield International Triennial – a resounding success

The 2026 Nuffield International Triennial taking in 50 farm visits, agri business events and cultural experiences was a resounding success.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 20 May 2026

Tullamore Show launches 2026 schedule

Tullamore Show launches 2026 schedule

Sponsors, supporters, committee members and invited guests gathered at the Old Warehouse in Tullamore on Thursday 21 May for the Tullamore Show and FBD National Livestock Show sponsors' evening.

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‘I don’t think I’d ever seen so many spiders and cobwebs extending everywhere’

‘I don’t think I’d ever seen so many spiders and cobwebs extending everywhere’

Remember to clean the filters in your appliances when spring cleaning.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 20 May 2026

'You knew you were among people deeply committed to the production of food'

'You knew you were among people deeply committed to the production of food'

Another successful Food Festival at Ballymaloe done and dusted in style.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 20 May 2026

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