# Competition

This year

2023

# Competition

The URC is becoming a less forgiving place as Irish provinces feel more heat

Leinster have continued as before but the other three provinces are battling.

15.1k

Jan 28th 2023, 6:00 AM

Last year

2022

# Competition

Bohemians continue rebuild with signing of American goalkeeper

Luke Dennison spent the previous three years with Longford Town and will now rival No.1 James Talbot.

4.7k

Dec 22nd 2022, 10:44 AM

# sponsored by castle leslie

WIN: Treat your loved ones to a well-earned escape at Castle Leslie Estate this festive season

Kick off 2023 in style with this stunning escape!

13.8k

Dec 1st 2022, 4:55 PM

# Competition

Ireland's West Ham winger on the hunt for more minutes after World Cup 'dream come true'

Izzy Atkinson should get a chance to impress in green today – though regular club involvement remains a concern.

3.4k

Nov 11th 2022, 6:30 AM

# Competition

WIN: The books nominated in The Journal's category at the An Post Irish Book Awards

Here’s how to enter.

7.8k

Nov 10th 2022, 11:45 AM

# Competition

'If Munster lose in Galway, there'd be concerns around them getting into Europe'

As discussed on The42 Rugby Weekly Extra, Munster are still looking to find form.

23.7k

Updated

Oct 3rd 2022, 5:04 PM

# squad depth

‘Fantastic’ Kiernan catches the eye for Ireland with play-off auditions underway

One of 18 players used against Finland and Slovakia, the Liverpool star impressed off the bench on Tuesday.

4.4k

Sep 8th 2022, 6:00 PM

# Banking

Mortgage holders could save thousands by switching when fixed rate ends - consumer watchdog

The CCPC told the Department of Finance that it is concerned by the “impending increase” in the concentration of Ireland’s retail banking sector.

23.0k

Aug 31st 2022, 6:30 AM

# Competition

Celtic new-boy Ben Siegrist looking to push Joe Hart for number one jersey

‘To be here and be representing the football team, the colours, the city and everything, it’s a hugely proud moment.’

6.0k

Jun 21st 2022, 10:48 PM

# Competition

WIN: A hamper of summer reads thanks to Kennys.ie

The Galway bookshop has given us this hamper to give away to a lucky reader.

16.4k

Jun 9th 2022, 12:30 PM

# Competition

'I’ve one now and the other lads don’t so it’s a bit of banter between us'

Sean Hoare suggests the Shamrock Rovers defenders have ‘a few quid’ on who can score the most goals this season.

19.8k

Updated

Apr 22nd 2022, 8:34 AM

# Competition

WIN: One of three literary goody bags from One Dublin One Book

We have three to give away – they contain books, a notebook and tickets to the Museum of Literature Ireland.

9.8k

Apr 1st 2022, 11:17 AM

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'Even when Hugo knew he wasn't playing that Italy game he was helping me out'

Mike Lowry says Hugo Keenan helped him to ‘understand what the Irish coaches want from a fullback’ during the Six Nations.

9.6k

Mar 26th 2022, 8:52 AM

# Competition

WIN: A season ticket to the 2022 Virgin Media Dublin International Film Festival

We have two season tickets in total to give away to this year’s festival.

7.7k

Feb 12th 2022, 10:15 AM

# Competition

'It's great to have new faces' - Hansen and Lowry add energy to Ireland camp

Andy Farrell is sure that Gavin Coombes will be looking to prove a point.

18.7k

Jan 26th 2022, 9:30 PM

# Competition

Exciting battle brewing between Munster's talented young 10s

Ben Healy is back at out-half as Jack Crowley drops to the bench for today’s Champions Cup clash against Wasps.

8.4k

Jan 23rd 2022, 7:00 AM

All time

# Hookers

'That Kelleher-Sheehan battle is something we've lacked recently in Irish rugby'

Leinster’s impressive 23-year-old hookers continue to improve.

10.3k

Dec 6th 2021, 12:11 PM

# Banking

Banking review to assess mortgage pricing, savings rates and bankers' pay

The review will also assess submissions on the salary cap for bankers.

16.1k

Nov 23rd 2021, 3:13 PM

# Competition

Improved squad depth will push standards at Munster - Rowntree

The Munster forwards coach also discussed the team’s style of play.

4.2k

Oct 7th 2021, 7:15 AM

# Footballer

Leinster confident Max Deegan can pick up where he left off

‘He’s a proper footballer. He’s got great skills but also he has put on a bit of size.’

5.5k

Oct 2nd 2021, 8:30 AM

# William Hill

We're giving away 100 pairs of tickets to an action-packed weekend of racing at the Curragh

Enjoy a day out at the County Kildare racecourse thanks to William Hill.

3.0k

Sep 15th 2021, 4:33 PM

# Competition

Name this ex-Ireland rugby player and win a Six Nations matchday hamper

We’re giving away the last of these great prizes thanks to William Hill.

11.5k

Mar 19th 2021, 12:37 PM

# Giveaway

Name this former Ireland rugby star and win a Six Nations matchday hamper

We’ve got more great prizes for The42 readers thanks to William Hill.

5.1k

Mar 10th 2021, 3:29 PM

# Competition

Murray coming straight back at 9 for Ireland shouldn't be a foregone conclusion

The latest episode of The42 Rugby Weekly Extra features discussion of Jamison Gibson-Park’s impact.

9.7k

Mar 1st 2021, 4:32 PM

# William Hill

Name this Ireland rugby legend and win a Six Nations matchday hamper

We’re giving away a number of great prizes throughout the tournament thanks to William Hill.

9.5k

Feb 24th 2021, 5:27 PM

# Competition

WIN: Tell us your comfort film for a chance to win a season ticket to Dublin International Film Festival

The festival runs from 3 – 14 March online.

15.9k

Updated

Feb 16th 2021, 6:48 PM

# Competition

Funding of €1 million to help Tidy Towns groups prepare for 2021 competition

There are 987 eligible groups registered across the country

6.4k

Dec 24th 2020, 12:01 PM

# Nine

'It’s down to me to keep playing well and hold on to the jersey' - Murray

The 31-year-old continues as the first-choice for Munster and Ireland.

5.9k

Dec 18th 2020, 6:00 AM

# competitor

Van der Flier has bit between his teeth in battle for 'disputed' 7 shirt

Competing for a starting slot is different at 27 than it was at 23 for Josh van der Flier.

7.0k

Dec 16th 2020, 9:32 AM

# Midfield

'Ireland v England, it doesn't come any bigger than that. I'd love a crack at it'

Chris Farrell hopes to retain his place but Bundee Aki and Robbie Henshaw are also in contention.

7.8k

Nov 16th 2020, 1:01 AM

# Competition

The winners (and some other excellent entries) to our Just Eat pumpkin carving competition

Your skills are remarkable.

38.4k

Oct 31st 2020, 9:30 AM

# Halloween

Send us a pic of your carved Hallowe'en pumpkin and win a free dinner from Just Eat

Get creative.

24.8k

Oct 24th 2020, 6:30 PM

Ready to mix things up? Win a Cocktail Workshop Experience at Roe & Co Distillery

Pick up some new cocktail skills from the pros – and reconnect with friends too.

11.8k

Aug 13th 2020, 12:07 PM

# Competition

EU launches 'in-depth' probe of Google's bid for Fitbit

There is concern that acquiring Fitbit’s user data will strengthen Google’s position in targeted advertising.

16.0k

Aug 4th 2020, 2:36 PM

# Competition

WIN: We've got 3 pairs of tickets for Ireland's Six Nations clash with Wales to give away

Ireland will be looking for their second win of the championship – and we’ve teamed up with Volkswagen to give away tickets.

5.1k

Feb 6th 2020, 5:58 PM

# sponsored by powerscourt distillery

WIN: A unique Valentine's getaway for two - thanks to Powerscourt Distillery

Win a romantic one-night stay at the Powerscourt Hotel, as well as a whiskey tasting and movie screening.

17.3k

Feb 6th 2020, 1:02 PM

# Competition

WIN: Tickets for our first live recording of The Explainer podcast

We’ll be asking the question: How does Ireland end up with the politicians it has?

15.6k

Updated

Feb 3rd 2020, 6:00 PM

# Competition

WIN: A season ticket to the 2020 Virgin Media Dublin International Film Festival

As online media partner of the event, TheJournal.ie has some fabulous prizes to give away.

9.0k

Jan 30th 2020, 6:30 AM

# Competition

'A lot of people have been asking questions about John Cooney today'

Andy Farrell continues to underline the importance of competition, but is tight-lipped over selection for next week’s Six Nations opener.

11.6k

Jan 22nd 2020, 3:46 PM

# Competition

'You have to step up your game if you really want to get into the team'

Max Deegan is the man in form right now but the Leinster man knows there is a queue of people ready to take his place.

7.5k

Jan 13th 2020, 11:09 AM