Health and Social Care professionals at Galway University Hospitals who will be hosting the virtual career’s evening for secondary school students, from left: Fiona Rodgers, Speech and Language Therapy; Andrew O’Leary, Dietician; Deirdre Jennings, Medical Social Work; Sarah Connelly, Dietician; Eilish Keogh, Physiotherapy; and Sarah Lydon, Occupational Therapy.
A group of health and social care professionals at Galway University Hospitals (GUH) will be holding a virtual Careers Evening for secondary school students this week.
The event takes place this Thursday, December 11, at 6pm to give students an insight into careers in Physiotherapy, Social Work, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy and Nutrition and Dietetics.
Students will have an opportunity to ask questions and speak with qualified professionals who work within these areas of the hospital.
In addition, third level students who are currently undertaking courses for a range of health and social care professions will be available to give an overview of what student life is like and what the courses entail.
Deirdre Jennings, Medical Social Work, said, “The virtual careers evening offers students an inspiring glimpse into the heart of patient care.”
“By connecting them with the healthcare professionals who devote their days to compassion, skill, and service, we help young people see the profound human impact of these careers.”
“Opening our doors virtually allows us to encourage the next generation to imagine themselves in these roles supporting patients, strengthening communities and shaping a more caring future.”
Fiona Rodgers, Speech and Language Therapist, said, “Feedback from secondary school students and guidance counsellors who have participated in our previous career evenings indicates that they found the events highly beneficial.”
“Attendees noted that the sessions provided insights into the daily life of a professional that are not apparent from a college prospectus or course syllabus.”
“By hosting the event virtually, we can reach a wider audience and, in doing so, inspire and motivate the next generation of health professionals.”
The event will take place on the Microsoft Teams platform with the meeting ID: 338 411 167 795 60 and Passcode: Tc3HK3Ta
The timetable for the presentations by each speciality is as follows:
6pm – 6:15pm: Introduction to a Career in Health and Social Care Professions
Met Éireann has issued a Status Orange warning for Galway and 10 other counties in the south and west as Storm Bram is set to bring dangerous winds tomorrow.
An orange wind warning for Clare, Limerick, Donegal, Galway, Leitrim, Mayo, and Sligo will be in place from 10am to 6pm on Tuesday.
Another orange warning for Cork, Kerry, Waterford, Wexford will be in effect earlier, from 7am, but also end earlier, at 3pm Tuesday.
Storm Bram is expected to bring very strong to gale force southerly winds with the strongest winds along the coast tomorrow.
This may cause flooding in low lying coastal areas, especially during high tides, with waves expected to overtop.
The storm will also cause difficult travelling conditions with a warning of fallen or flying debris. Outdoor events are also expected to be impacted by the Storm on Tuesday.
After the expiration of the orange weather warnings, a status yellow wind warning for all of Ireland will remain in place until 9pm on Tuesday.
Irish Medtech, the Ibec group that represents the Medtech sector, Enterprise Ireland and IDA Ireland, this week revealed the winners of the Irish Medtech Awards 2025, which are held as part of Medtech Rising in The Galmont, Galway.
It was a fantastic night for Galway-based Medtech as they enjoyed wins in the Emerging Medtech Company of the Year Award category with Palliare, the Collaboration in Medtech Award category with the Institute for Clinical Trials University of Galway, and Tom Kelly won Outstanding Contribution to Medtech.
The full list of winners:
Medtech Company of the Year Award: West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
Emerging Medtech Company of the Year Award: Palliare
Digital Health Innovation of the Year Award: CergenX
Best Process-Product Innovation in Medtech Award: Alcon Ireland
Collaboration in Medtech Award: Institute for Clinical Trials University of Galway
Medtech Partner/Supplier of the Year Award: West Pharmaceutical Services Inc
Best Talent Strategy in Medtech Award: Stryker
Sustainable Medtech Company of the Year Award: Johnson & Johnson Vision Care Ireland
John Nugent Department Manager, Medical Technologies and Healthcare Services, IDA Ireland, “A unique strength of Ireland’s medtech ecosystem is our ability to collaborate.”
“This year’s Collaboration in Medtech Award goes to the Institute for Clinical Trials, which is a clinical gateway for medtech and digital health that is helping to transform how early-stage medtech trials are delivered in Ireland and offering insights into need-driven research to improve global health outcomes.”
“The institute has worked with organisations from Irish and international startups to global multinationals such as Medtronic, InterVene, and Luminate Medical to achieve clinical success.”
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Cepta Duffy, Head of Lifescience and Healthtech at Enterprise Ireland, added, “Ireland’s global medtech hub is bolstered by dynamic start-ups. This years’ Emerging Medtech Company of the Year Award is Palliare.”
“Palliare is the third startup from John and Caroline O’Dea, based in Galway, Ireland and California in the US, with turnover doubling annually since 2022, thanks to its success as a leading technology provider in areas such as surgical smoke evacuation during endoscopic surgery.”
TG4 is proud to present GAA 70’s – Réabhlóid Shóisialta (GAA 70’s – A Social Revolution), a brand-new, celebratory bilingual, feature-length documentary, that captures one of the most defining eras in Gaelic Games and Irish society.
Produced by Bankos Tales for TG4 with the support of Coimisiún na Meán, the film is shot in stunning 4K and offers unprecedented access to the legendary figures who shaped a golden decade of Gaelic Football.
In this cinematic and emotionally rich documentary, some of the greatest players from Dublin, Galway and Kerry reunite in their county colours to reflect on their friendships, rivalries, and the journey to Croke Park.
The programme weaves a continuous narrative shaped by intimate interviews, rare archive footage, re-enactments, and unforgettable match moments.
It also unearths hidden stories in locations including Galway Golf Course with the Dubs and the Tribesmen close to the banks of the picturesque Galway Bay; and the breathtaking Ring of Kerry, where iconic figures from the Kingdom and the Capital reflect on an era that shaped the modern GAA
Tommy Joe Gilmore (Galway): “The appointment of Kevin Heffernan was a major, major coup.”
Johnny Hughes (Galway): “We foolishly fell into the trap, it was naivety on our part.”
Pat Spillane (Kerry): “Micko came on board, we hopped on this magic carpet and he took us on the most magical ride.”
The documentary contextualises the evolution of Gaelic Football within the broader social changes of 1970s Ireland. With unique insight, contributors recall how the sport, and the country, entered a period of profound cultural and social transformation.
Mickey Ned O’Sullivan (Kerry captain, 1975): “1974 changed everything.”
Martin ‘Major’ Joyce (St Christopher Gaels GFC): “It was all down to Kevin Heffernan, he gave an awful lot of inspiration not just to traveller people but settled people.”
Roy Curtis (journalist): “It wasn’t just a cultural revolution; it was a sociological revolution.”
The film revisits historic locations including Croke Park, Parnell Park, Scoil Mhuire Marino, and Ballinteer St John’s GFC, one of many clubs born from the sporting renaissance of the 70s.
During the 1974 anniversary celebrations, an extraordinary coincidence unfolded: Dublin were drawn to play Galway in the 2024 Championship quarter-final. As both teams watched the game together, the Tribesmen celebrated a breakthrough moment 90 years in the making.
David Hickey (Dublin): “That Galway team of the 70’s was probably the greatest team never to win an All-Ireland.”
Jimmy Deenihan (Kerry): “There was ‘Heffo’ raising the bar and Kerry responding.”
Jimmy Barry Murphy (Cork): “It developed into one of the greatest Irish sporting rivalries of all time.”
The documentary culminates with the electrifying Dublin–Kerry rivalry that became “box office,” celebrating its golden jubilee while honouring the memory of fallen comrades.
Kevin Moran (Dublin & Irish soccer international): “Believe me there was no love lost on the pitch… we’d go through each other.”
Jarlath Burns (President of the GAA): “As a wee boy in South Armagh, it was your rivalry that defined my childhood.”
GAA 70’s – Réabhlóid Shóisialta is a documentary for everyone, those who lived through the decade and those discovering its history for the first time.
It reflects on the origins of modern Gaelic Games, establishing new approaches, the social bonds formed through football, and the legacies that continue to inspire new generations.
Alan Milton (GAA): “I think that era gave the association the confidence and self-assurance to try new things and to progress in ways that might never have happened without that era.”
The film also shines a light on the landmark inaugural Ladies All-Ireland Final in 1974, offering essential context to the evolution of women’s sport in Ireland.
Paul Rouse (historian): “Man walked on the moon before women could play football in Croke Park.”
The documentary features an extensive cast of legendary players and influential figures including:
Dublin: Tony Hanahoe, Robbie Kelleher, Bobby Doyle, Gay O’Driscoll, Alan Larkin
University Hospital Galway is dealing with a high number of flu cases, and is asking anyone with symptoms not to visit the hospital.
A statement from UHG said that there has been a sharp increase in flu cases recently, both in the community and at the hospital.
As a result, for the safety of patients and others, anyone who has symptoms of the flu is being asked not to visit the hospital.
These symptoms include:
Cough;
sore throat;
fever;
runny or blocked nose;
shortness of breath;
fatigue;
aches & pains;
or gastrointestinal symptoms
If you must attend the hospital, minimise your risk of catching or spreading an infection by ensuring the following:
• If you have any symptoms you should not come to visit until all symptoms are fully resolved for at least 48 hours;
• Masks are available at reception, please wear a mask to assist in the protection of visitors, staff and patients.
• Practice good cough and sneeze etiquette by covering your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing;
• Please do not use patient toilets on the wards or en-suites;
• Clean your hands regularly with alcohol hand gel.
These measures are vital to avoid spreading the virus to patients, visitors and staff and the hospital would like to thank the public for their co-operation at this time.
Kevin Burke, Dermot Byrne, Noriana Kennedy & Jim Murray.
Music Network is thrilled to announce their National Touring Programme in what will be a banner year for the organisation as they celebrate their 40th anniversary in 2026.
Firstly, they present an unmissable collaboration featuring four extraordinary artists who collectively have shared their music with audiences over four decades of the National Touring Programme.
Accordion maestro Dermot Byrne, legendary fiddler and member of the iconic Bothy Band, Kevin Burke, acclaimed singer-songwriter Noriana Kennedy (The Whileaways), and lauded guitarist Jim Murray come together for an exceptional 14-date nationwide tour beginning on 10th February, followed by performances in London and Paris.
Then from 25th March to 2nd April, Music Network presents another brand new collaboration featuring two of the most exciting rising stars of the classical music world. accordionist extraordinaire Théo Ould and stellar soprano Alison Langer.
Together this duo will present a fascinating programme entitled Confessions from Dusk till Dawn, exploring the night as a space of poetry, intimacy and mystery.
From Schubert’s romanticism to Poulenc’s whimsical miniatures, their musical journey will also pay homage to the genius of Dvořák and Kurt Weill along the way.
The programme will also feature a new Music Network commission by Grammy-nominated Irish composer Donnacha Dennehy.
From 8th to 19th April, experience the mesmerising artistry of Trio Bohémo, one of Europe’s most exciting young chamber groups, as they make their Irish debut with Music Network.
Known for their captivating performances and impressive command of the piano trio repertoire, the ensemble will perform a beautiful programme featuring Schubert’s serenely lyrical Notturno in E-flat major, alongside inspirational and dramatic works by Ravel and Beethoven.
Trio Bohémo
A new large-scale work by Irish composer Rhona Clarke, co-commissioned by Music Network and Music Generation to mark Music Network’s 40th anniversary and celebrate the long-standing relationship between the two organisations, will also premiere during the tour.
Clarke’s composition is a three-movement work based on poems reflecting on ‘hope’ as an enduring force in human life.
It has been written for the internationally renowned Trio Bohémo, to be performed with Music Generation youth string ensembles and adult choirs from Louth and Kerry.
The piece, titled The Unconquerable Soul, will receive two performances during the tour. Conducted by Amy Ryan, the first will take place on 15 April at St. Peter’s Church of Ireland, Drogheda, with Setanta Choir and Music Generation Louth Senior String Orchestra.
The second, on 19 April at Siamsa Tíre, Tralee, features Cór Seoda Tíre and Music Generation Kerry String Ensemble.
The Seamus Egan Project Photo Credit Dan Jentzen
This will be followed by The Séamus Egan Project, arriving on our shores for the very first time, led by the celebrated multi-instrumentalist, composer and co-founder of Irish-American supergroup Solas.
Hailed as a creative force in traditional music, Séamus is celebrated for his boundary-pushing artistry and ability to make every performance feel fresh, soulful and full of life. Joined by a remarkable ensemble of collaborators, this tour takes place from 7-16 May.
From 19-27 June, Music Network presents the stunning sounds of the Shuteen Erdenebaatar Quartet.
This hard-swinging yet deeply sensitive ensemble is led by award-winning pianist and composer Shuteen Erdenebaatar, hailed by Jazzwise as ‘one of the most exciting young talents in jazz’.
She blends classical precision with jazz to create highly distinctive music full of melodic beauty that speaks directly to the heart.
In September, Music Network continues its 40th anniversary celebrations with a dynamic new collaboration featuring four of Ireland’s most outstanding traditional musicians.
This new ensemble unites the phenomenal voices of Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh and Pauline Scanlon, two of Ireland’s most striking interpreters of traditional and contemporary song, alongside Tom Morrow, Dervish’s distinguished fiddle player and acclaimed guitarist, singer and songwriter John Doyle.
Then, in October, audiences can experience the electrifying sound world of Grammy-winning pianist and composer Bill Laurance.
A founding member of five-time Grammy Award-winning group Snarky Puppy, Bill has wowed audiences around the globe with his genre-defying performances and compositions.
In November, Music Network brings 2026 to a spectacular close with the phenomenal Cheng² Duo. Acclaimed for their magnetic chemistry and flawless performances, cellist Bryan Cheng and pianist Silvie Cheng share more than musical brilliance.
As siblings, their deep bond and intuitive connection infuse every note with warmth, vitality and authenticity. Performing an exquisite programme entitled A Hero’s Welcome, expect to hear the finest interpretations of sonatas by Brahms and Poulenc, an enchanting fairytale by Janáček and a gorgeous Music Network commission.
In addition to these exciting tours, Music Network has planned some incredible one-off events and projects in celebration of their milestone anniversary.
Collaborations and partnerships with The Ark, Riverbank Arts Centre in Kildare and glór in Clare, Music Generation, National Botanic Gardens, and the Office of Public Works (OPW) are all confirmed and further details will be announced in the New Year.
Now that the Christmas season is upon us, don’t forget that music makes a perfect gift, and tickets to any of the Music Network tours will be something that the recipient can look forward to as a way to chase away the January blues!
Tickets, gift cards and further details are available on Music Network’s website – www.musicnetwork.ie.
10 Feb – 1 March: Kevin Burke, Dermot Byrne, Noriana Kennedy & Jim Murray, €10 – €26, Kerry, Clare, Cork, Wexford, Wicklow, Dublin, Louth, Donegal, Roscommon, Offaly, Galway, Mayo, London and Paris.
HSE West and North West has called on all eligible people in Galway to get vaccinated against flu immediately.
Data shows that the total cases notified to the Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HSPC) nationally have more than doubled, showing that flu cases are surging within communities.
The number of people presenting to the hospital with flu is increasing, and this is putting pressure on already busy healthcare services.
Urging vaccine take-up, Tony Canavan, Regional Executive Officer, HSE West and North West, said, “There has been a rapid increase in the number of patients with influenza, including those needing hospitalisation nationally, and we’re seeing similar across the West and North West.”
“The influenza season has started earlier, and the risk this presents to those susceptible to more severe disease is concerning. This is putting pressure on our hospitals.”
“It is really important those groups eligible to get a flu vaccine, including; those over 60 years, those aged 2-17 years, people with underlying medical conditions and healthcare workers, take action now to protect themselves and others by getting vaccinated. This will help to reduce the number of people who need treatment in hospital.”
HPSC figures show the heightened flu activity is largely attributable to the AH3N2 variant. HPSC modelling projects significant pressures on healthcare services in the coming weeks.
During the week ending on November 29, some 418 cases were reported in hospitals across the country, compared to just 213 the week before.
Free flu vaccines are available at participating pharmacies and GP clinics. For healthcare workers, free flu vaccines are available in staff vaccination clinics and at Pharmacies and GP clinics.
Mr Canavan said, “We’re expecting to see more presentations at Emergency Departments in the coming days and weeks, as a result of flu. Please consider all care options before coming to the hospital.”
“We have plans in place to manage high attendances, and we are doing everything we can to improve the flow of patients through the ED to minimise delays for people.”
All visitors to hospitals in the West and North West, will be required to practice good hand hygiene and use hand gel regularly, face masks are available for use throughout each hospital.
Gardaí are appealing for information on the 25th anniversary of the disappearance Sandra Collins in Co. Mayo.
Gardaí in Killala, Co Mayo, are renewing their appeal for information and are asking the public if they have any piece of information which they feel might be relevant to this investigation to make contact with them.
The last confirmed sighting of Sandra was on the night of Monday, December 4, 2000, at approximately 11pm at the Country Kitchen premises George’s Street, Killala.
At the time of Sandra’s disappearance, she was 28 years old.
Detective Inspector John Costello said, “Gardaí want to thank the public who have been of assistance in this investigation to date and are appealing to others who may have additional information to get in contact.”
“Perhaps you have information you thought was insignificant at the time. Relationships change, loyalties change and people may not now be constrained by the set of circumstances that existed for them some 25 years ago.”
“With that passage of time, people may feel more comfortable sharing information with Gardaí.”
“Anyone who contacts An Garda Síochána will be treated with confidentiality, compassion and sensitivity.”
An Garda Síochána continue to liaise closely with the Collins family in relation to this ongoing investigation.
Anyone with information can contact Ballina Garda Station on 096 20560, the Garda Confidential Line 1800 666 111 or any Garda station.
Croí, the Heart and Stroke Charity, is celebrating outstanding success at the Irish Healthcare Awards 2025, with four major wins.
The awards recognised excellence and innovation across the Irish healthcare sector, and Croí was honoured with four major awards and an additional shortlisting.
These awards are a reflection of the organisation’s innovation and impact in cardiovascular health, prevention, recovery and patient advocacy.
The IFA Farmer Health Checks programme, delivered in partnership with Croí and supported by the Department of Agriculture, Food, Fisheries and the Marine, has been named the Public Health Initiative of the Year at the 2025 awards.
The initiative also secured the prestigious Future of Medicine Award, recognising its impact and innovation in improving health outcomes for the farming community.
The citation read: “The judges said that this innovation delivers healthcare to farmers where they live and work, supported by impressive data and materials.”
“They regarded it as one of the best initiatives that they have seen, noting its patient-centred approach and the effectiveness of delivering services to a traditionally neglected population through a pilot programme”.
The programme concluded in October, surpassing its target of providing 2,000 health checks across 30 locations nationwide.
This marks the second year of the initiative, delivered by IFA and Croí and supported by the Department of Agriculture, Food, Fisheries and the Marine.
Croí and the Global Heart Hub’s Women’s Heart Health Campaign (‘Fatal Searches’ / ‘Her Final Search’), delivered in collaboration with Weber Shandwick, took home two prestigious awards.
These are the Patient Advocacy Project of the Year and Patient Education Project of the Year awards.
This powerful campaign shone a spotlight on the gender gap in women’s heart health awareness and outcomes, encouraging women to recognise and act on the symptoms of heart disease.
In addition, Croí’s Stroke Rebuild Programme, developed by Croí’s Health Team, was shortlisted for Outpatient Care Initiative of the Year. This innovative programme supports stroke survivors in rebuilding their lives and returning to independence following a stroke.
Speaking on the success, Mark O’Donnell, Chief Executive of Croí, said, “We are incredibly proud to see our work recognised on a national stage. These awards reflect not only the innovation and impact of our programmes but also the dedication of our entire team, from our staff to our volunteers and partners.”
“Everything we achieve is through collaboration and collective effort, and these honours belong to everyone who contributes to Croí’s mission to prevent heart disease and stroke”.
The variety of Croí initiatives recognised, from community programmes to patient advocacy, education, and rehabilitation, highlights the breadth of Croí’s work and the depth of commitment across its entire team.
Irish Workhouse Centre in Portumna. Credit: Irish Workhouse Centre / Facebook
The National Famine Commemoration will be held in Portumna in May next year, Minister Patrick O’Donovan has announced.
Next year’s event will take place at the Irish Workhouse Centre, located within the historic Portumna Workhouse complex, one of the most complete workhouse sites still in existence in Ireland.
This is the first time the State Commemoration has taken place in County Galway. As in previous years, the programme will include military honours, culminating in a solemn wreath-laying ceremony in remembrance of all those who suffered or perished during the Great Irish Famine.
Minister O’Donovan said, “Today, it is with a deep sense of solemnity and respect that I announce Portumna, Co. Galway, as the location for the 2026 National Famine Commemoration.”
“The Irish Workhouse Centre in Portumna stands on a site of immense historical significance, a place that bears direct witness to the hardship, loss, and upheaval experienced arising from An Gorta Mór.”
“As one of the best-preserved workhouse complexes in the country, it offers a uniquely fitting setting for reflection on one of the most defining and tragic periods in our nation’s history.”
“Having hosted both the National and International Famine Commemorations earlier this year, I have been deeply moved by the impact of this solemn event on local communities, and we look forward to working closely with Galway County Council, the Irish Workhouse Centre and the people of Portumna and East Galway in the lead-in to next year’s event.”
The National Famine Commemoration was established in 2008 and rotates by province on an annual basis.
The selection of Portumna was made by the National Famine Commemoration Committee, following a call to the local authorities in Connacht in September.
Minister O’Donovan also acknowledged and thanked the National Famine Commemoration Committee for their continued work in ensuring that the tragic events of the Famine are remembered with dignity and respect.
He also noted the importance of creating opportunities to highlight Ireland’s enduring connections with the global Diaspora, and to celebrate the contributions of those who emigrated and their descendants around the world.
A new statutory body focused on improving community safety in County Galway held its first meeting at Áras an Chontae on Tuesday, marking the formal end of the Joint Policing Committee (JPC) model.
The Galway County Local Community Safety Partnership (LCSP) has been set up under the Policing, Security and Community Safety Act 2024 as part of a national shift towards wider and more inclusive planning.
Its members include up to 30 people from Galway County Council, An Garda Síochána, the HSE, Tusla and local organisations representing youth, social inclusion, education, business and community groups.
Over the next three years, the Partnership will draw up a safety plan for the county, coordinate new initiatives, engage with residents and feed into the work of the National Office for Community Safety.
The National Office will offer training and support and will oversee the Community Safety Fund, which uses proceeds of crime to back local projects.
During the first meeting, Cllr Andrew Reddington was elected Chair for a three-year term, and Aodán McDonogh was chosen as Vice Chair.
Cllr Reddington commented, “Each area of County Galway has its own specific safety and community issues that no single organisation can solve alone.”
“Real progress depends on various agencies working together, from policing to local government and health services, as well as community groups.”
“We aim to unite these perspectives so local people can help guide how safety improves in County Galway.”
Vice Chairperson Aodán McDonogh emphasised that the Partnership strongly prioritises collaboration and places local voices at the heart of decision-making.
Membership from the community and voluntary sector was confirmed through a nomination process led by the Chief Executive of Galway County Council.
This was reviewed by the National Office and approved by Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration Jim O’Callaghan TD.
Welcoming members to the first meeting of the LCSP, Chief Executive Liam Conneally said the Partnership replaces the Joint Policing Committee (JPC) model and represents a new approach to local community safety.
“The LCSP brings all the key agencies together to look at the safety issues affecting our communities and to agree practical actions to address them,” he said.
“It gives local people a stronger voice in identifying priorities and helps ensure that services work in a more joined-up way.”
“Galway County Council looks forward to working with other agencies in developing and overseeing a new Community Safety Plan for the county, focused on prevention, collaboration and improving quality of life for everyone who lives here.”
The Partnership will meet at least six times a year. One of the meetings will be open to the public, while another will be for elected representatives from the Oireachtas and Galway County Council.
It will also collaborate with neighbouring partnerships and existing local structures, including the Local Community Development Committee, Galway County Public Participation Network, and youth groups such as Comhairle na nÓg and the Children and Young People’s Services Committee. The LCSP will not address individual criminal investigations, State security matters, or confidential Garda operations.
Invoice automation succeeds or stalls based on the quality of procurement data. A digital matching engine compares what was ordered, what was received, and what was billed. When the inputs are consistent and the rules are explicit, invoices post without intervention; when they are not, exceptions surge and month-end turns messy. The aim of this guide is practical: outline the inputs a matching engine needs, the rules that govern two- and three-way match, and the controls that keep decisions fast, fair, and auditable.
Teams often invest in scanning or OCR and wonder why exceptions persist. The reason is simple: matching is a data and rules problem, not a document recognition problem. Getting the master data right – supplier records, item catalogs, price files, tax logic – and encoding risk-based tolerances turns an approval into an automatic, defensible posting. Once those foundations are in place,accounts payable software can route clean documents straight through while isolating genuinely risky exceptions for review.
Purpose, Scope, and Operating Boundaries
What the matching engine does (and does not do)
Two-way match confirms invoice lines against purchase order lines; three-way adds the receipt (or proof of service). In scope: purchase orders, receipts/GRNs, invoices, and credit memos. Out of scope for strict automation: time-and-materials services without defined milestones, pro-forma invoices, and complex drop-ship arrangements where receipt signaling is delayed or off-system. Success looks like higher touchless post rates, fewer repeat exceptions, strong price realization versus contract, and a clear audit trail for every rule decision.
Success criteria and guardrails
Define “done” upfront: target first-pass match, target touchless posting, acceptable cycle time (in hours, not days), and exception-recurrence thresholds. Add guardrails: segregation of duties for rule edits and vendor banking changes, versioned tolerance tables, and “no PO, no pay” alignment for categories that should always reference a PO.
Data Foundations and Normalization (the inputs that make matching deterministic)
Master-data essentials
A golden vendor master with alias suppression and periodic merges.
Contract-to-SKU mapping so price provenance is explicit on every PO line.
Catalog currency with unit of measure (UoM) and pack normalization to the ERP standard.
Tax codes derived from ship-to and item taxability; GL/cost center defaults driven by entity and category.
Service templates that turn acceptance criteria into a digital receipt equivalent.
Field-level readiness checks
Matching fails when required fields are missing or misaligned. Make the PR/PO stage carry the weight: mandatory supplier and site, GL/CC, payment terms, tax code, contract reference when applicable, correctly priced and normalized line items, and a needed-by date that drives delivery schedules.
Source-to-Match Field Mapping
Match field
Primary source
Normalization/derivation rule
Owner
Readiness check
Supplier ID
Vendor master
Alias → canonical; status = Active
Procurement Ops
Duplicate/merge report clean
Contract ref
CLM / PO line
Enforce valid version on line
Legal + Category
Version timestamp valid
SKU / Service ID
Catalog / PO
UoM/pack to ERP standard
Master Data
UoM conversion map OK
Price
Catalog / Contract
Price-break logic by qty
Category
Price file < 30 days
Tax code
Tax engine
Ship-to × item taxability
Tax
Jurisdiction matched
Receipt qty
WMS/GRN
Partial receipts per policy
Warehouse
Receipt within SLA
Two practical tips: assign a business owner for each field and keep a one-line “readiness check” beside the rule so auditors and new team members can see how compliance is verified.
Matching Logic, Tolerances, and Exception Handling
Risk-based tolerance models
Global, one-size-fits-all tolerances invite trouble. Set price and quantity tolerances by category and volatility (for example, tight on regulated lab supplies, wider on bulk packaging). Define header vs. line precedence, how freight and extras are handled, and, for services, what constitutes receipt (milestone completion, hours worked in an approved timesheet, or a signed acceptance log). Organizations that calibrate tolerances well tend to compress cycle time and lift throughput; industry studies show leading teams can process a PO-backed invoice in single-digit hours, while laggards take multiple days.
Exception taxonomy and routing
Keep the list short and actionable: price variance, quantity variance, no/incorrect PO, tax mismatch, duplicate invoice, and unrecognized supplier. Auto-classify exceptions and route each type to a small, accountable queue with SLAs. Track recurrence by root cause, not just volume, to drive fixes into catalogs, masters, and rules instead of one-off notes. Payments-risk data reinforces why exceptions deserve rigor: in its 2025 survey, the Association for Financial Professionals reported 79% of organizations encountered attempted or actual payments fraud, with business email compromise the top vector – evidence that bank-detail changes and supplier identity must be governed with dual control and call-back verification.
System Design and Integration (from ingestion to posting)
Event flow and interfaces
Pick a single intake: EDI/portal or structured PDF with anchors. Run every document through a validator before the matching engine, then either post to the ledger or hold with an exception code and context. Require supplier acknowledgments for POs to surface issues before invoicing. At the integration layer, enforce mutual TLS, per-integration service accounts, fine-grained scopes, and webhook/event signing. Use idempotency keys to prevent duplicate postings, and monitor retry storms or unusual geographies for early warning.
Controls and auditability
MFA and role-based access should extend across procurement and AP. Apply dual control for vendor creation and bank-detail changes, and keep those changes out of PR/PO flows entirely. Record immutable logs for tolerance edits, workflow changes, and supplier-master updates, including the rule version and approver identity used at decision time. These artifacts make audits faster and disputes shorter. The Report to the Nations by the ACFE estimates a median 5% of revenue lost to occupational fraud worldwide, a reminder that insider risk is real and must be designed out with segregation and evidence.
Measurement and Continuous Improvement
Core KPIs and target/trigger bands
Touchless post rate: percentage of invoices posted without human touch; target ≥ 70%, trigger review < 50%.
First-pass match: percentage matched on initial attempt; target ≥ 85%.
PO-backed invoice rate: percentage with valid PO references; target ≥ 95%.
Price realization: invoiced vs. contracted price on PO-backed lines; target ≥ 95%.
Exception recurrence: repeats within 30 days by root cause; trend down quarter over quarter.
Median match cycle time: measured in business hours, not days.
Review rhythm and change governance
Hold a monthly Procurement–AP review focused on the top recurring exceptions ranked by impact. Refresh catalogs and contract-to-SKU maps quarterly. Keep a public change log for tolerance edits and rule updates, with effective dates and business rationale. Publish a simple RACI so owners are obvious: Procurement Ops for intake forms and catalogs, Category for price files and contracts, AP for intake channel and banking controls, Tax for code derivation, Legal for clause packs on service POs.
A lot of professionals flock to Galway these days because of its undeniable charm. It has the perfect blend of being a cultural hub and having the atmosphere of a coastal town. This makes it ideal for people to establish a balanced lifestyle.
But even though Galway is an ideal place to stay to work, a lot of professionals in Galway still need to travel to the capital once in a while for meetings or structured workdays. They rely mostly on setups like serviced offices Dublin when they need somewhere they can work without compromising productivity and efficiency.
This blend of movement, flexibility, and creative rhythm clearly shows how the working lifestyle in the West of Ireland has evolved in recent years.
Galway as a Creative Base
Galway is widely recognized for its festivals, music, and commitment to the arts. This creative foundation has shaped its work culture. Regardless of whatever niche you are in, Galway is able to offer an environment where work blends naturally with cultural life.
Wherever you go in Galway, you will see people working on their laptops in cafés. Conversations turn seamlessly from work deadlines to when certain events in the city will take place.
This kind of seamless and peaceful interaction between work and leisure is what makes Galway very popular for remote workers.
The Workday Landscape in the West
Hybrid and remote work are now very common across Ireland, and Galway has also adapted to this shift. Plenty of professionals choose to work from home several days a week. These professionals want to take advantage of the quiet residential neighbourhoods in Galway.
There are also professionals who prefer co-working spaces so that they can focus more on their work. After all, working from home sometimes blurs the line between rest and work.
Since a lot of people in Galway are now working remotely, local businesses in Galway are benefiting since more people prefer to stay within the city instead of travelling outside it. With more people working in cafés and co-working spaces in the city, more businesses are also booming.
Another advantage of living and working in Galway is that it has transport links that make Dublin very accessible if ever there is a need to travel to the capital. With these two places just within reach of one another, locals and remote workers alike have found the perfect place to live and work in.
Staying Connected While Staying Grounded
One of the best things about Galway is its sense of community. This is something that can never be erased even if work these days is mostly digital. This is one of the main reasons why a lot of professionals would be more than happy to relocate to Galway.
Being in Galway will show people just how easily work and life balance can be achieved. After all, people can just easily go outside and enjoy the fresh ocean breeze if they need to de-stress after a long day of work.
There is no denying that nature’s healing powers are the best. And since Galway nurtures nature, it comes as no surprise that Galway feels as if it can heal just about anyone who has suffered from work burnout.
A Daily Balance Worth Keeping
Working and living in Galway opens the door to a lifestyle that’s shaped by nature, culture, and flexibility. Working feels sustainable, which means people get to build their careers without losing the sense of presence that only a place like Galway can give.
Because of Galway, it’s obvious that productivity and inspiration can coexist. With the right environment, the way that people create, connect, and grow becomes even more natural.
University of Galway is to take a major international role in supporting the media ecosystem and democratic development in Ukraine with a new cooperation agreement with President Volodymyr Zelensky’s government.
The Memorandum of Cooperation was signed at a meeting in Dublin today, which was hosted by the First Lady of Ukraine Olena Volodymyrivna Zelenska.
The agreement between University of Galway and the Government of Ukraine sets out joint work on democracy, media and public communication as the country continues to defend itself from the Russian invasion and sustained Russian disinformation efforts aimed at weakening European democracy and public trust.
The agreement confirms the University as a partner in the Global Coalition of Ukrainian Studies, an international initiative coordinated by the Office of the President of Ukraine to strengthen academic cooperation and counter the effects of the ongoing war and the wider information threats facing Europe.
President of the University of Galway, Professor David Burn, and Associate Professor Tom Felle attended on behalf of the University.
The agreement establishes a structured programme of cooperation on media literacy, democratic resilience and the rule of law.
It reflects the University’s growing role in European debates on democracy and public communication and supports Ukraine as it continues to defend its sovereignty and progress towards European Union membership.
Professor Burn said, “Ukraine’s defence of democracy and European identity goes to the heart of our mission as a university for the public good. Galway has become a leading academic centre for work on media, democracy, digital governance and human rights, and our researchers influence policy discussions across Europe.”
“This Memorandum strengthens that work in partnership with Ukraine at a moment of sustained pressure on democratic institutions and the information environment. It sets out the kind of contribution a university of our scale and ambition should make in Europe today.”
Professor Felle added, “Democracy relies on informed citizens and a resilient media system. Ukraine’s journalists, educators and students continue to work under extreme conditions.”
“This agreement allows us to support them and to deepen academic cooperation while ensuring our own students engage directly with the realities of a country defending its freedoms.”
“Galway is committed to playing a constructive role in this partnership and to working with institutions that share a commitment to democratic principles.”
University of Galway currently hosts more than 50 Ukrainian students across a wide range of disciplines.
They include Vladyslav Piatin Ponomarenko, whose documentary ‘Imagine War, 75 Days of Survival in Mariupol’ won the Film Documentary of the Year award at the 2025 National Student Media Awards.
University of Galway is recognised internationally for its work on democracy, media and digital governance. Research at the University addresses disinformation, platform regulation, information integrity and the role of independent journalism in democratic life.
It also contributes to European policy discussions on the Digital Services Act and the European Media Freedom Act and is known internationally for rigorous teaching and research in journalism and global media.
The partnership includes future cooperation with leading institutions in Kyiv, including the Mohyla School of Journalism at the National University of Kyiv Mohyla Academy and the Faculty of Journalism at Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv.
Future planned activity includes joint teaching, guest lectures, shared research and opportunities for Ukrainian scholars and students to work with colleagues in Galway.
The agreement will also embed Ukrainian case studies and expertise across media and democracy teaching at the University.
Five innovative Galway-based companies, BeoBio, Heptagon Houses, IOT DigitalData, Megafab, and Red Belt, were among 20 innovative businesses from across Ireland that took part in InterTradeIreland’s two-day Cross-Border Trade Mission to Northern Ireland.
Running from November 25 – 27, the Trade Mission formed part of InterTradeIreland’s ‘Trade Missions @Home’ initiative – a programme designed to help businesses fast-track export opportunities and accelerate sales growth in the cross-border market.
Over the two days, the participating companies took part in pre-arranged sales meetings and networking sessions with potential buyers and partners in Northern Ireland, supported by InterTradeIreland’s trade experts.
Red Belt is a family run business which manufactures and repairs conveyors and agri belts for industrial and agricultural clients.
Declan Hamilton, Managing Director of Red Belt said, “We’ve been working in Northern Ireland for years with the quarry and industrial side of things, so this trade mission was the obvious next step for us.”
“We want to build on that and bring our agri belts and services to farmers and agri-machinery businesses across the whole island.”
Born out of a strong farming heritage and decades of manufacturing experience, Megafab designs practical, durable plastic products that help make everyday farm work simpler and more efficient.
Michael Egan, Managing Director of Megafab, said, “The Trade Mission gave us exposure to new markets and customers. It helped us get an understanding of problems farmers have in Northern Ireland, which may lead to a new product idea.”
Also participating in the mission were Heptagon Houses, a family-run business producing sustainable timber-framed greenhouses and outdoor structures, BeoBio Teoranta, a group of seaweed farmers, scientists and entrepreneurs developing agricultural products from hand harvested seaweed, and IOT DigitalData, which develops smart monitoring and software solutions that help farmers and food producers improve efficiency through real-time data.
Anne-Marie McAteer, Trade Manager at InterTradeIreland, said, “The Agri-Tech and Manufacturing sectors are vital for the all-island economy, with innovation and sustainability at their core.”
“Our ‘Trade Missions @Home’ initiative is designed to give businesses the platform, contacts and confidence to take their next steps into new markets. Cross-border trade and collaboration continues to be one of the most effective ways to scale and sustain growth.”
The ‘Trade Missions @Home’ initiative helps businesses build cross-border connections, access specialist mentoring and create new sales opportunities.
Galway’s participation reflects the innovation, expertise, and entrepreneurial drive powering the West’s Agri-Tech and Manufacturing sectors.
This Trade Mission was part of InterTradeIreland’s ongoing commitment to helping businesses across the island grow through cross-border trade, innovation, and collaboration.
InterTradeIreland has supported over 60,000 businesses and contributed to over €1.95bn in business development value to date.
Volunteers at the Galway RNLI have been taking part in training exercises for dealing with severe trauma victims.
Twenty volunteer crew took part in the training exercise at the University of Galway Clinical Simulation and Interprofessional Education Facility at UHG last month.
The training exercise was based on a call out to an injured jet-skier on a remote beach and had been designed by the Irish Centre for Applied Patient Safety and Simulation (ICAPSS) staff to replicate a real-life situation which played out in real time.
Philip Parackal, Clinical Nurse Manager, CNM 3, ICAPSS said, “We have state-of-the-art simulation facilities here in Galway, which is an accredited centre and the recipient of an ASPIRE award.”
“We provide training and education for all levels of medical and clinical staff from students to experienced clinical teams.”
“We use full-body manikins which are programmed by our simulation technicians to show different physiological changes and address differing learning needs.”
“In the case of the exercise with the RNLI crew, we wanted to allow the crew to apply their casualty care training along with using the first aid equipment they carry on the lifeboat while adapting to the environment of the rescue”.
“In our scenario, we had a multi trauma male casualty who sustained injuries during a jet ski accident on the bay. The extensive injuries were simulated by our team using moulage, or SFX makeup.”
“The casualty’s condition deteriorated, and the simulation replicated a cardiac arrest which the crew had to treat actively. The injuries and how the patient would deteriorate was not shared with the crew in advance.”
“One of the benefits of the simulation centre is that all of the crew could observe the simulation on a big screen from another lecture room while four crew actively participated in the simulator.”
“This is a benefit in terms of observing and gaining valuable experience in areas such as communication, teamwork, situational awareness, treatment, use of the casualty care check cards and timely transport.”
Brian Niland, volunteer crew with Galway RNLI, took part in the simulation exercise, said, “The full-body manikin we treated was very realistic and was able to talk, bleed, had a pulse and all the human reactions you would expect.”
“When the casualty deteriorated, we were able to practise resuscitation techniques on the manikin, which was programmed to simulate the very specific conditions that casualties we rescue are exposed to, such as water and cold.”
“We also had to simulate transporting a casualty with a traumatic leg injury, head injury and who had been in cardiac arrest. All of our casualty care training and equipment was put into use.”
Nurse Olivia Byrne is also a volunteer RNLI crew member, and leads out on first aid exercises at the lifeboat station.
“The simulation exercise was part of ongoing engagement between the University of Galway’s School of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences and the RNLI crew.”
“The facility enables us to put our crew in a very realistic multi trauma scenario and practise skills such as assessment of the casualty through the use of check cards, communication skills and procedures for handover to the paramedic service.”
“As a crew we found the debrief following the simulation in particular to be very positive from Philip and his colleagues, and reiterates the wonderful facility the ICAPSS centre is and the role it plays in patient care and promoting patient safety.”
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Gold has always been one of the most important resources in World of Warcraft. It enables players to purchase mounts, consumables, crafted gear, enchants, and other quality-of-life items that make the gameplay easier and more enjoyable.Regardless of the expansion or patch cycle, the fundamental principles of gold-earning are largely the same.Let us share with you the most stable, long-term approaches that remain applicable in updates and server economies.
Understanding the Gold Economy
Before getting down to particular techniques, there is a need to know the flow of gold in the game. Gold is generated mainly through quests, vendor items, and raw drops from enemies. Meanwhile, gold is often spent on repair expenses, vendor purchases, auction house charges, and other in-game services. Effective gold makers are those who focus on transforming time and knowledge into money by providing what other players require the most.
The availability of time is a significant factor in the way players go about gold-making. Not all people can afford to spend hours on harvesting materials or running repeatable content daily. There are those who like to spend a lot of time farming, and others like to concentrate on raids, dungeons, or PvP progression. In case you lack time to pursue a particular gold-making technique that is discussed in this guide, you should not be discouraged. A lot of players change their strategy according to their schedule. Some prefer to farm gold all themselves. At the same time, others find it more convenient to get WoW gold for sale on specialized sites. The trick is to choose a route that fits your priorities and playstyle.
Having a clear picture of the in-game economy and the worth of your time is the time to transition to practice. The subsequent parts are devoted to the most stable and tested gold-making techniques that have been efficient throughout numerous expansions of this legendary MMORPG. These strategies are not associated with short-term systems or mechanics. They instead depend on the regular demand of players, repeatable activities, and fundamental principles that will remain functional despite future updates or balance changes.
Gathering Professions: A Stable Foundation
Gathering professions is one of the most stable methods of gold earning. Herbalism, mining, and skinning do not need much setup and can be scaled with playtime.Current content materials will always sell, and older expansion materials may also be surprisingly useful because of recipe creation, achievements, and transmog.
Flasks, potions, and inks are made of herbs.Gear and improvements require ores.Arguing is supported by skins and leathers.Prices can go up and down. However, demand does not usually go away completely.Players who concentrate on efficient routes and sell materials at the most opportune moments tend to have a consistent income.
Crafting for Profit
Crafting professions reward players who understand market needs. There are good niches in alchemy, enchanting, tailoring, blacksmithing, leatherworking, and jewelcrafting.It is not about creating everything but concentrating on what sells fast.
Consumables such as potions, flasks, enchants, and gems are always sought after, particularly when the raid is being reset.Handmade equipment might not sell as fast, but one-on-one sales can be quite satisfying.It is important to monitor the development of crafting costs in relation to market prices.In case the material prices are high, it is better to wait or collect them by hand.
Auction House Trading
The auction house is where knowledge often beats raw farming.It is easy to buy low and sell high, but it takes time and monitoring.There are those players who deal with flipping of materials, and others deal with finished goods.
Timing matters. Placing posts at the most active times enhances exposure. Avoid flooding the market, as undercutting wars can destroy profit margins. Small, consistent gains add up over time. Auctionator, TradeSkillMaster, and similar addons may be used to monitor prices, although even manual monitoring can be effective, provided it is done with care.
Raw Gold Farming
Raw gold farming refers to activities that generate gold directly, without relying on other players. This involves doing older dungeons and raids, killing enemies that drop useful vendor items, or doing some repeatable content.
Older examples are particularly popular since enemies are easy to kill at higher levels, and loot is sold well to vendors.This approach is not volatile and is not influenced by market changes.Although it is not necessarily the quickest method, it offers assured revenue.
Transmog and Rare Items
Another source of gold that is evergreen is cosmetic gear.Numerous players are ready to spend a lot of gold on rare or aesthetically pleasing armor and weapons.Farming transmog is a patient game because it can take time before the items sell, but the payoff can be huge.
Dungeons, raids, and certain outdoor enemies that are older tend to drop unique appearances.This strategy includes storage space and long-term posting.Slow sales may eventually translate into a huge overall profit.
Daily and Weekly Activities
Once the highest level is achieved, most of the routine activities start to give gold rather than character development. This change renders daily and weekly activities a significant and trusted income source for max-level players. Instead of progressing a level bar, the accomplished goals now give direct gold rewards or sellable or usable items.
World quests, callings, and weekly objectives are included in the daily and weekly activities. These are tasks that are meant to be accomplished within a restricted time and are usually limited in the amount that can be accomplished in a day. As a result of this constraint, it can be more effective to focus on the most valuable tasks instead of doing everything that is available. To get the max value out of your efforts, you should focus on quests that yield more gold or drop more useful items to boost income without wasting time on play.
Although the rewards might be small, taking quests regularly will result in a consistent and predictable stream of gold. They are natural in regular gameplay and do not need special preparation or equipment. The combination of daily and weekly tasks with the collection of professions or crafting makes gold-making even more efficient, as players can earn money from several sources simultaneously.
Choose What Works Best for You
There is no trick or secret way of making gold in World of Warcraft.It is all about regularity, demand knowledge, and doing what you can sustain.Collecting, making, exchanging, and agriculture are all labor when done with purpose.Begin with one or two of these, test their performance on your server, and make changes as necessary.With time, the accumulation of gold is an inherent outcome of intelligent choices and not endless grinding.Anyone can establish a solid financial base in Azeroth with patience and awareness.
