PHOTO: Tipperary Rose cheers on contestants taking part in Able Rose Ireland contest

Fiona Kennedy, who was crowned the Tipperary Rose last month, recently paid a visit to Meitheal 21, the Down Syndrome Tipperary Branch in Thurles.

While visiting she proudly supported contestants taking part in the Able Rose competition, an event celebrating inclusion, confidence and community spirit for people with disabilities.

Here Fiona is pictured with Teresa O’Halloran and Maya Gillick, two Tipperary contestants who will take part in the Able Rose of Ireland competition this Sunday June 28.

The Able Rose of Ireland is a community-focused competition that celebrates inclusion and is described as similar to the Rose of Tralee with an accessible twist.

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Good luck to Teresa and Maya, Tipperary will be cheering you on this weekend!

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