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03 Oct 2025

Calls for zipline at popular Tipperary playground 'to keep teenagers occupied'

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Tipperary playground for auction on Monday

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Calls have been made for a zipline to be installed at a popular Tipperary playground "to keep teenagers occupied".

Cllr Jim Ryan said: "I am again calling for a zipwire facility to be installed in Thurles Town Park.

"I just feel the current playground caters for the younger children so the addition of a zip wire would keep the older children and teenagers occupied.

"I have spoken to the council about this previously and I have also contacted the Department seeking funding for it. I await their response."

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