We continue to support our members in the hospitality, tourism, leisure and retail sectors over the coming months by enjoying staycations, relishing new gastro experiences, soaking up the atmosphere in the city, exploring the great outdoors and supporting local.

Check out the official tourism website for Cork - www.purecork.ie

Here are some members’ news and offers in this sector:

• Nomadland at Triskel Cinema – 03 and 11 July
• Announcing... The Everyman Outdoors at Elizabeth Fort
• Fáilte Ireland launches new digital Discover West Cork brochure  
• La Haine at Triskel Cinema – up to 10 July
• Crawford Art Gallery – Menagerie – Animals by Artists June 2021 – March 2022
• The Everyman presents What a Difference a Day Makes with Karen Underwood and John O’Brien as part of The Everyman Outdoors at Elizabeth Fort programme – 23 July
• Explore Cork - Check out Cork County's new tourism app

• Ireland’s leading coach and bus operator Aircoach unveils its new branding
• Reliance Automation - Covid Pandemic shifts manufacturing towards automation
• Long term SERVE Volunteer Darren Hennelly Travels Back Home

• CORK ARC SUMMER 80KM CHALLENGE – 08 June – 31 July
• Application Deadline - IGNITE Graduate Business Innovation Programme – 26 June – 20 August
• SMART Edu Club - Space Travel & Exploration – Virtual Summer Camp for children 8-12 yrs – 05 – 09 July
• Join the Network members of Cork and Waterford on the 21 July
• BBCS Webinar - 5 Steps Profit Acceleration Formula – 22 July

• Chris Mee Group - Administrator - Internal Role
• Chris Mee Group - EHS Consultant, PSDP - Internal Role
• Chris Mee Group – Environmental Consultant - Internal Role
• Chris Mee Group - Safety Advisor - Internal Role

All goods arriving into Ireland from non-EU countries, regardless of their value, are now subject to VAT.

The VAT relief for consignments of €22 or less was removed from 1 July 2021 and VAT will always be collected, irrespective of the amount due.

Consumers are advised to be aware of purchasing goods outside the EU online as there could be added costs associated that may not appear initially.  

The National Transport Authority is asking the public to take part in a survey which will help design a significantly improved bus network for Cork city and surrounding areas.

The“Choices Report” on the Cork Bus Network, as part of the BusConnects Cork programme, is the basis of an initial consultation process on redesigning Cork’s bus network.

The consultation will run until 21 July.

The Choices Report and submission portal is available online.

Calling Cork's Digital Marketing Legends! 

Cork Digital Marketing Awards are open for entries.These awards celebrate success and recognise the strategic, innovative and creative approaches that businesses are bringing to all digital platforms.

With 19 different categories spanning across all digital platforms, and allowing for various sized companies to enter, Cork businesses can showcase their digital innovations and achievements over the past 12 months while demonstrating the impact of digital marketing on business growth. 

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Cork Chamber's Golf Classic returns this September and will be held at the picturesque, championship golf course Lee Valley Golf and Country Club. We are delighted to have Lexus Cork continue as the title sponsor.

The format for the day will be a 4 Person Champagne Scramble. This event is always a fun, exciting day out - perfect for socially distanced team-building, informal networking, corporate entertainment or just a really enjoyable round of golf. This is a popular event so please register your team early to avoid disappointment and to secure your preferred tee time.  

4 Person Champagne Scramble: €400
Sponsor a Tee Box: €150+VAT

Join Cork Chamber’s 'Maximise Your Membership' virtual workshop to learn how to make the most of your membership at a time when sharing information, being informed and staying connected has never been more important. Following this workshop, members will have the opportunity to network and chat with fellow businesses across your Chamber network!

This webinar organised by Chambers Ireland and will be run by Peninsula will focus on the ways to approach the issue of vaccinations with your workforce and communicate effectively with staff, whether you can encourage employees to have the vaccine or make it mandatory and how to write a vaccine policy for your business.

This Enterprise Europe Network led matchmaking event aims to initiate business and technology co-operations between SMEs, the agricultural sector and researchers by offering pre-arranged 25-minute online meetings alongside Agra International Agriculture and Food Fair. The international event offers specialist information and cutting-edge technology for food production, processing and machinery for agriculture, forestry, fruit growing and food processing. 

Participation and profiling of your company is free, registration below required.

Tue 13 July | 9.30am-1pm | 8 mornings

Participants will acquire a range of supervisory and management skills, in addition to improving their interpersonal and communication skills. The programme combines proven leadership techniques with practical advice on how to maximise your team’s performance and engagement.

Wed 14 July | 2.30pm-4pm | 90mins

This 90-minute webinar will be an overview of the real risks of cyber-fraud, identity theft, internet scams and ransomware attacks. We will discuss how small businesses can manage these risks within a budget, and consider the costs versus benefits of how to best protect your technology, your data and your company’s cyber reputation.

Cork Chamber Skillnet invite you to participate in our short 2 minute survey on the topic of sustainability training for businesses the Cork region. Your participation will help us identify potential sustainable skills training gaps for our region and where we can support YOU with the training you need. Your participation in this survey is greatly appreciated and we encourage you to engage with us.

Cork Chamber's Golf Classic returns this September and will be held at the picturesque, Championship golf course Lee Valley Golf and Country Club. We are delighted to have Lexus Cork continue as the title sponsor.

The format for the day will be a 4 Person Champagne Scramble. This event is always a fun, exciting day out - perfect for socially distanced team-building, informal networking, corporate entertainment or just a really enjoyable round of golf. This is a popular event so please register your team early to avoid disappointment and to secure your preferred tee time.  

4 Person Champagne Scramble: €400
Sponsor a Tee Box: €150+VAT