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CAOIMHE MCCARTHY SPONSOR: GAMMELL CAR SALES My name is Caoimhe McCarthy, a 24-year-old from the countryside outside Kilmallock, Co Limerick. I’m a second-year Intellectual Disability Nursing student at the University of Limerick and have worked in the field for four years. I love reading, the gym, traveling, and spending time with family. Passionate about giving back, I volunteer with Down Syndrome Limerick and support Darkness Into Light. In 2024, I completed a skydive to raise funds for Down Syndrome Limerick. As the youngest of four, I take great pride in my roots and would be honoured to represent Limerick in the Rose of Tralee!
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CIARA O’DONOVAN SPONSOR: AROUND OF A PAWS My name is Ciara, I’m 29 and originally from West Cork. I’ve lived in Limerick for the past decade and recently bought a home in Castleconnell. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Electronic and Computer Engineering from the University of Limerick and work as an Automation Engineer in a local BioTech company. I was diagnosed with autism last January, and I hope to take part in the Rose of Tralee so young girls can see someone like them represented. I play badminton for UL and Limerick County, serve as treasurer for the Limerick Badminton Association, and love spending time outdoors with my energetic dog, King Morpheus.
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CIARA STACK SPONSOR: THE DEVON INN HOTEL Hi! I’m Ciara, I’m 25, from Templeglantine in West Limerick. I’m a qualified nurse working in the community, primarily with older adults. I plan to pursue a postgrad course in September focused on caring for older persons. After recovering from Lyme disease last year, I’ve learned to appreciate my health more and not take things for granted. I love going for a walk on bright days to clear my head. I volunteer with my local first responder group and am training to become a CPR and first aid instructor at the moment. Big thanks to the Devon Inn Hotel for sponsoring my Limerick Rose journey! Looking forward to the weeks ahead!
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DANIA HESHAM GAZALY SPONSOR: HAMPTONS BAR & RESTAURANT My name is Dania Hesham Gazaly, I’m 20 years old and have lived in Ireland for over 10 years. I’m passionate, compassionate, and curious, with a heart for service and a love for connection. As a future nurse, I aim to care for the vulnerable with empathy and kindness. I thrive in diverse environments and enjoy exploring cultures through travel and music. I love playing the guitar, expressing myself creatively, and learning new things. Whether reading by the beach or meeting new people, I embrace life with an open heart — believing true beauty shines from within.