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03 Apr 2026

Meet the 24 ladies hoping to be named the new Kilkenny Rose

Who will be the new Kilkenny Rose - following in the footsteps of Lisa O'Rourke?

LEAH DOWLING - INTERIOR FLOORING

Leah Dowling is a psychology student at Griffith College.
“I’m passionate about understanding and supporting mental wellbeing. I am the proud owner of House Of Glam and a brand ambassador for Kohana Professional. I am proud to be an ambassador for Teac Tom in Kilkenny, where I support mental health awareness initiatives such as the ‘Mood Dudes’ programme in secondary schools,” she says. “I am driven, compassionate, and ambitious, with a strong desire to make a positive impact. I value growth, resilience, and connection, and I strive to inspire confidence and promote mental wellbeing to the younger generation.”

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