Katherine O'Leary

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‘Inclusion is a basic human need – we all deserve to belong'

My son Diarmuid stars in Unmasked 2026, a show of music, drama, dance and inclusion in Cork Arts Centre.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 1 April 2026

‘Inclusion is a basic human need – we all deserve to belong'

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'Just two colours, black on white, created a scene that I would happily frame'

'Just two colours, black on white, created a scene that I would happily frame'

KATHERINE O'LEARY 25 March 2026

‘My aunt Gretta was the queen amongst aunties and she had a mighty send off’

‘My aunt Gretta was the queen amongst aunties and she had a mighty send off’

KATHERINE O'LEARY 18 March 2026

'There was a time when palliative care would have sent me into a terror zone'

'There was a time when palliative care would have sent me into a terror zone'

'There was a time when palliative care would have sent me into a terror zone'

KATHERINE O'LEARY 11 March 2026

'A sudden death changes the pulse on a farm and throws everything into turmoil'

'A sudden death changes the pulse on a farm and throws everything into turmoil'

'A sudden death changes the pulse on a farm and throws everything into turmoil'

KATHERINE O'LEARY 4 March 2026

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'Feeding new-born calves is definitely the best job on the farm'

'Feeding new-born calves is definitely the best job on the farm'

The stability and seasonality of spring is grounding with calving season in full flow.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 14 January 2026

'I am so grateful to Tim - he makes my life with cancer better every day'

'I am so grateful to Tim - he makes my life with cancer better every day'

Pain is a new feature in life with cancer for Katherine, who remains hopeful a solution will let her get on with everyday life.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 14 January 2026

‘Preparing for the RTÉ crew was tough – but brought out the best in my family'

‘Preparing for the RTÉ crew was tough – but brought out the best in my family'

There were kisses on my windows. Which grandchild could it be, Peter or Katie?

KATHERINE O'LEARY 14 January 2026

‘On a mission to celebrate and empower women: believe you can make a difference'

‘On a mission to celebrate and empower women: believe you can make a difference'

A trip to An Grianán is to be celebrated, so step up and participate to make a difference.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 14 January 2026

‘Change can be difficult – that’s where family and friends come to the rescue’

‘Change can be difficult – that’s where family and friends come to the rescue’

Dealing with a change of plan can be difficult – that's where family and friends come to the rescue.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 14 January 2026

‘Managing negativity in our farming lives is about seeking out positivity’

‘Managing negativity in our farming lives is about seeking out positivity’

We can help manage negativity in our farming lives positivity through initiatives like the Positive Farmers conference.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 14 January 2026

‘A new grandson brings a rush of love before cancer throws another curveball’

‘A new grandson brings a rush of love before cancer throws another curveball’

My heart is bursting with emotion and gratitude at the arrival of our fourth grandchild, Alan Philip.

KATHERINE O'LEARY 14 January 2026

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BVD – the silent risk that still remains

Irish farmers have made remarkable progress in the fight against bovine viral diarrhoea. Since 2013, the number of persistently infected calves has fallen from over 16,000 to 485 in 2024.

BVD – the silent risk that still remains

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