Waterford Greenway can transform tourism in county, says top official

Challenge is to convince visitors to attraction to stay longer in the area, says Michael Walsh

Ireland Women outclassed as England push home advantage

Head coach Adam Griggs hoping to stay on ‘to build on what we have done so far’

Miller’s loss a blow as Irish women prepare to host Wales

Experienced winger out for ‘six or nine months’ due to injury suffered against Italy

Women’s Six Nations: France capitalised on chances unlike us, admits Moloney

Ireland have chance to make things right against Italy next weekend, says Leinster player

France too strong for new-look Ireland in Toulouse

A night to forget for Ireland women as French claim bonus-point win at Stade Ernest Wallon

Niamh Briggs returns for Ireland's clash with France

Important experience lies ahead for new coach Adam Griggs and captain Ciara Griffin

Niamh Briggs to start at outhalf against France

New coach Adam Griggs hands debut to winger Megan Williams

Even a 105-0 loss can’t dampen the spirits of Tullamore RFC

Women’s team have made a huge rise up the ranks and now face their sporting heroes

Wait begins after Ireland makes Rugby World Cup presentation

Ireland delegation makes much of the ability to tap into Irish diaspora of 70m

Irish delegation fails to have a ball at Rugby World Cup pitch

Dick Spring and Shane Ross looked miserable as they tried to get the bid over the line

Ireland’s presentation sets out Rugby World Cup dream

‘This is as big as it gets for us. We’re so proud of our country that we will put our best foot forward in every regard’

Varadkar leads Irish bid in three-way battle for Rugby World Cup

French president distances himself from process involving 30-minute presentation

Ruth O'Reilly: 'The guys in the blazers need to decide if this is something they are serious about'

Irish international gives her version of events surrounding Ireland’s World Cup campaign

Review in the offing as crestfallen Ireland lick their wounds

‘We haven’t performed at this World Cup, absolutely’ – Paula Fitzpatrick

France’s champagne rugby leaves Ireland playing for minor prizes

Early three-try blitz at Belfield means World Cup hosts now playing for fifth place

Ireland forced to dig real deep to complete fightback against Japan

Tom Tierney’s side come from 14-0 down but know much more will be required to progress to semi-finals

Hannah Tyrrell and Ireland ready to push on after nervy start

Backline should get ample opportunity to show their talent against Japan

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Mary Hannigan selects the top 10 highlights in women’s sport from the last 30 years

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In part four of five, Mary Hannigan continues her look at highlights in Irish women’s sport

Claire Molloy to captain Ireland in absence of Niamh Briggs

Fullback Briggs will miss the tournament after suffering an Achilles problem

Niamh Briggs ruled out of Women’s Rugby World Cup

Paula Fitzpatrick expected to take charge of side after fullback ruled out with Achilles injury

Women's RWC: No excuses as Ireland look to challenge

Captain Niamh Briggs wants squad to embrace the fact that they are at home

My Leaving: Niamh Briggs

Irish women’s rugby captain says physical education should be an exam subject

Aon’s sponsorship of women’s rugby gets under way

Investment broker says that women’s rugby has evolved to become a global sport

The key business events happening this week

For your diary: Greencore results; SFA annual conference;UK GDP; Irish retail sales

Aoife Cassidy wins Sportswoman of Month award

Captain played a huge role in Slaughtneil’s march to All-Ireland camogie club title

England blow out Ireland’s flickering hopes to claim Grand Slam

Ireland had their opportunities at a packed Donnybrook before late scoring spree

Ireland must get defence right to resist England’s Grand Slam power game

Women’s Six Nations Championship: Ireland v England, Donnybrook, 8pm (RTÉ 2)

Ireland go back to basics to resist French at Donnybrook

Title challenge still on course after tight win in stop-start affair

Ireland Women may lose three players to Sevens team for France game

Sene Naoupu, Hannah Tyrrell and Ali Miller could travel to Las Vegas for tournament on March 3rd and 4th

Ireland’s women seeking to maintain momentum

Italy game presents opportunity for players to come in and make their mark

Women’s Six Nations: Victory in air as Ireland back at Broadwood

It won’t be the thrashing of 2015, but Irish expect a convincing win over improved Scotland

Tom Tierney urges Ireland women’s side not to be overawed by New Zealand test

Preview Ireland v New Zealand; Sunday – Belfield Bowl (2.0)

Budding Ireland Women players face tough Canada Test

Tierney leaves veterans on bench to give Nichola Fryday and Anna Caplice their debut

Nicole Fowley to make debut for Ireland Women against England

Ireland coach Tom Tierney without some experienced players for opening November game

‘Three Sisters’ bid for southeast to be cultural capital in 2020

Waterford, Kilkenny and Wexford join to bid for €170m-funded European capital of culture

Sene Naoupu getting over gainline on and off the pitch

Kiwi has seized her second chance since coming to Ireland with husband George

The women breaking down barriers in Irish sports media

These three broadcasters prove sports journalism is no longer the preserve of men

Ireland’s women aiming to finish on a high against Scotland

Tom Tierney brings more experienced personnel back for final Six Nations game

Ireland’s fresh faces ready for Italy challenge

Tom Tierney has selected a new pack while Niamh Briggs starts in midfield with Sene Naoupu

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