Up-Rural! Work Based Learning for Future Employment - Ireland

Learn, Teach & Train Activities - a work-based learning for future employment in Ballyhoura region in Ireland. Read more
Up-Rural! Work Based Learning for Future Employment - Romania

Learn, Teach & Train Activities - a work-based learning for future employment in Cluj- Napoca & Targu Mures in Romania. Read more
UP-RURAL! Project meeting in Larrissa, Greece

Up Rural! project partners attended the third Transnational Partners' meeting in Larrissa, Greece. Read more
Up-Rural! Become Digital Trainers in Zaragoza

Up Rural! project partners attended LTTA, Become Digital Trainers in Zaragosa, Spain. Read more

Up-Rural! Project News

Up-Rural! Multiplier Event in Ireland

Ballyhoura Development hosted the Up-Rural! Multiplier event in Ireland, providing an interactive workshop with key stakeholders. Read more

Learn, Teach & Train Activities - a work-based learning for future employment in Ballyhoura region in Ireland. Read more

Learn, Teach & Train Activities - a work-based learning for future employment in Cluj- Napoca & Targu Mures in Romania. Read more

Up Rural! project partners attended the third Transnational Partners' meeting in Larrissa, Greece. Read more

Up Rural! project partners attended LTTA, Become Digital Trainers in Zaragosa, Spain. Read more

Up Rural! project partners attended a project management meeting in Nicosia, Cyprus. Read more

Up Rural! is an Erasmus+ funded collaboration between 7 partners across 6 countries - Ireland, Romania, Italy, Greece, Cyprus and Spain. Read more

Workplace Language Skills Course in Kilmallock

A practical five-week course aims to help participants build confidence using English in workplace and job-seeking situations.
Outdoor Recreation and Infrastructure Scheme (ORIS) 2026/2027 | LIMERICK

Expressions of Interest are invited for projects that support development, repair, maintenance, upgrade and promotion of outdoor recreation infrastructure in rural Ireland, to include trails, walkways, cycle ways, Blueways and water amenities. Funding between €40,000-€500,000, at 90% rate of aid, is available across 3 measures, depending on project scale.

Closing Date: 12 noon, Monday 10th August 2026
Outdoor Recreation and Infrastructure Scheme (ORIS) 2026/2027 | CORK

Expressions of Interest are invited for projects that support development, repair, maintenance, upgrade and promotion of outdoor recreation infrastructure in rural Ireland, to include trails, walkways, cycle ways, Blueways and water amenities. Funding between €40,000-€500,000, at 90% rate of aid, is available across 3 measures, depending on project scale.

Closing Date: Friday 24th July 2026
East Limerick Traveller Project Supports Launch of Traveller-Led Substance Use Resources

East Limerick Traveller Project supports new resources to raise awareness of substance use, recovery, and family support in Traveller communities.

Jobs Board

A weekly round-up of job opportunities and vacancies in the Ballyhoura area compiled by the Local Area Employment Service.
Contact Us

Contact details for Ballyhoura Development offices.
The Ireland Canada Homecoming 2025
Local Area Employment Service

The Local Area Employment Service (LAES) is a new service for job seekers which provides intensive employment support to help clients find suitable, sustainable employment.
Ballyhoura Development Funding

Information on funding available to communities and through Ballyhoura Development
Apply for LEADER Programme Funding

Find out more about the LEADER application process and access relevant forms.
LEADER Programme 2023-2027
Online Job Interviews - Hints & Tips

Online job interviews are becoming increasingly common. The Ballyhoura Jobs Club are here to help you to make your Zoom or Skype interview a success.
Community Law and Mediation Service

An Independent Law and Mediation Centre provide free legal information, advice, advocacy and representation.
Research & Publications

Research papers, publications, studies, policy papers and articles on a diverse range of aspects of Ballyhoura Development's work, delivery models and activities.