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29th Ulster in Bloom Competition rewards ‘blossoming’ Gardeners from across the Province
13th March:
Pictured at the plaque presentation of the 29th annual Translink Ulster in Bloom competition are Group Chief Executive of Northern Ireland Transport Holding Company, Mrs Catherine Mason and Cllr. Mrs Margaret McKenzie, High Sheriff, Belfast City Council.
Northern Ireland’s ‘blossoming’ gardeners are celebrating today, (13th March) following the presentation of plaques for the 29th Translink Ulster in Bloom competition.
The awards presentation held at Edenmore Golf and Country Club in Magheralin paid tribute to those councils and local communities who were responsible for making their local villages, towns, cities and local businesses areas of beauty using imaginative planting, colour, texture and sustainable planting.
Translink Chairman Mrs Veronica Palmer OBE offered her congratulations to the winners of the annual awards, “This plaque presentation represents the culmination of so much hard work and effort from gardening enthusiasts across Northern Ireland. Once again everyone involved must be congratulated and be extremely proud of your efforts which contribute enormously to enhancing our local communities for everyone to enjoy”.
She continued: “We are proud to once again be associated with this competition which brings communities together in mutual appreciation of Northern Ireland’s beautiful and unique natural environment. Using public transport is also key to the pursuance of an eco-friendly lifestyle and the right choice for the community, for the environment and for sustainable development. We have already seen considerable passenger growth across the network and to this end we will continue to promote public transport as a safe, reliable and cost effective travel option”.
Alderman Arnold Hatch, NILGA President, said: “The standard of the entries are a true reflection of the competition’s continuing popularity. At NILGA we are thrilled to be involved with such a prestigious competition which makes a real difference to the communities of those involved both socially and economically, as many businesses report considerable increases due to the enhancement of their local area.”
Orla Farren, Communications Manager, NITB added: “The Ulster in Bloom Competition has gone from strength to strength. The awards are a shining example of how keen gardeners in Northern Ireland pull together to take pride in the appearance of their cities, towns and villages.
“This selfless commitment from the local residents, and the partners involved, has succeeded in making Northern Ireland a more attractive and beautiful place to live and I have no doubt their creations have left a lasting memory for many of our visitors to take home and talk about with friends and family.
This year’s competition received outstanding entries across 12 categories, which included categories for Floral Station, Community Rail Halt and the Crystal award for outstanding effort and enthusiastic contribution to Translink Ulster in Bloom throughout the council area.
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For further information please contact Nicola Adamson at Morrow Communications on 02890 393837 or email n.adamson@morrowcommunications.com
Notes to Editor:
The full list of winners is as follows (2 pages):
THE RESULTS OF THE 2007 TRANSLINK 'ULSTER IN BLOOM' COMPETITION ARE AS FOLLOWS:
|
Category |
Placings | ||
|
1ST |
2ND |
3RD | |
| City |
Belfast |
Londonderry |
- |
| Large Town |
Ballymena |
Bangor |
Carrickfergus |
| Town |
Coleraine |
Enniskillen |
Portadown Holywood |
| Small Town |
Whitehead |
Richhill |
Moira |
| Large Village |
Broughshane |
Killyleagh |
Hillsborough |
| Small Village |
Scarva |
Bryansford |
Charlestown |
| Most Improved |
Merville Garden Village, Newtownabbey | ||
| Crystal Award |
Down District Council for outstanding effort and enthusiastic contribution to Translink 'Ulster in Bloom' throughout the Council area | ||
| 'Roses In Towns' Trophy |
Awarded to Coleraine Presented by Belfast City Council to the city, town or village, (other than Belfast), who uses roses to the best advantage in public areas. | ||
| Special Awards |
Awarded to the following for outstanding presentation:-
|
* Nominations for ‘Britain in Bloom’ – 2008
- Belfast - Large City
- Coleraine - Large Town
- Enniskillen - Town
- Scarva - Village
- Whitehead - Coastal
RESULTS OF THE TRANSLINK
ULSTER IN BLOOM 2007
Floral Station Category
As Follows:-
|
Placings |
|||
|
1ST |
2ND |
3RD | |
| Best Station Award |
Larne Bus Station |
Derry City Bus Station/ Magherafelt Buscentre |
Whitehead Rail Station |
|
Community Rail Halt Award |
Brighter Whitehead for their efforts at Whitehead station |
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