Author: Rhys Gregory

CARDIFF Met Ladies FC have secured themselves a place in the UEFA Women’s Champions League after another outstanding year for Cardiff Met Football. [aoa id=”1″] The hard work of Cardiff Met Ladies FC has led them straight to Slovenia where they will play in group matches between Saturday and August 13. This follows on from a successful year for Cardiff Met football after the men’s team made it to Luxemburg for the UEFA Europa League in June. The ladies’ first step in their journey to the Champions League took place in June as they came out on top in matches…

The extensive and unprecedented outbreak of wildfires in the arctic and the vast amounts of CO2 they are emitting have been hitting the headlines across the world. [aoa id=”1″] Decades of satellite observations show that in an average year, wildfires around the world burn an area equivalent to the size of India and emit more carbon dioxide to the atmosphere than global road, rail, shipping and air transport combined. As vegetation in burned areas regrows, it draws CO2 back out of the atmosphere through photosynthesis. This is part of the normal fire-recovery cycle, which can take less than a year…

The family of a woman who died after what is believed to be a medical episode which resulted in her car leaving the road have paid tribute to her. The incident happened at about 11.45am on 31 July on Eastern Avenue, Cardiff. The family of Judith Evans, aged 48 of Rhydyfelin have issued the following tribute: “Jude was a loving partner to Paul, caring mother to Robert, Michaela, Ashley & Sam and a doting nanny to Aaliyah & Ayesha. Jude had a heart of gold as shown by her job as a care assistant, nothing was ever too much trouble…

A new guide book for the Cambrian Way which runs over 280 miles from Cardiff to Conwy will be launched today (Monday 5th August) in Bute Park, Cardiff. [aoa id=”1″] The route is currently in the process of being waymarked by Ramblers Cymru to raise its profile and make it easier for walkers to follow. The recommended time for completing the route in one go is around three weeks, but it can be done in sections or walkers can choose to do a part of it as a day walk. [/aoa] Oliver Wicks from Ramblers Cymru who is responsible for…

LEADING Welsh bus operator NAT Group has taken over the operation of five key public bus routes in Swansea, and introduced simplified fares for all its routes in the city. [aoa id=”1″] Routes 16, 35, 43, 46 and 54 will be operated by NAT Group with effect from August 1, under contract to Swansea Council. NAT Group will also continue to operate the Gower services 114,115,116,117,118 and 119. Speaking about the announcement, Managing Director Adam Keen said: “NAT Group is delighted to have been awarded the contract to operate these five bus routes. [/aoa] “It is particularly exciting news for…

Members of the team at RPS Technology Solutions have eagerly taken on the challenge to participate in Cardiff 10K and Cardiff Half, the UK’s second largest half marathon on an iconic course around Wales’ capital city. In addition, they will be hosting a Big Breakfast in November with a collection for donations, showcasing their continued support for the firms appointed charity, Prostate Cymru. RPS are a South Wales based telecommunications provider, leading the industry with over 50 years of experience. Offering a wide range of services, the firm specialise in Voice Over IP Telecom solutions and support services, providing SME’s…

Thanks to the New Theatre, Cardiff for inviting us along to see the show in exchange for this review. Presented by Chamber Opera Tours Jane Austen’s Persuasion, A Musical Drama has been adapted by Barbara Landis to include a musical twist. [aoa id=”1″] With a storyline very true to the style of Jane Austen this musical performance, based on her final novel ‘Persuasion’, follows Anne Elliot and her reunion with a past lover, Captain Frederick Wentworth with injection of operatic singing throughout. The performance includes music selected by the adapter Barbara Landis, who has chosen some of her favourite pieces, as well as…

The Welsh Fitness Awards is making a final call for applications. Applications close Friday 9th August 2019. The Welsh Fitness Community gives so much to Wales, it’s only right that we celebrate their outstanding achievements. If you work in the fitness industry or are dedicated to the gym or an athlete, these are the awards for you! The awards glittering black tie ceremony will be held on Thursday 19th September 2019, at St David’s Hotel – Cardiff Bay. Hosted by Radio X’s Polly James. The categories for this year’s applications are: Personal Trainer of the year Fitness Club of the…

Cardiff City’s stay in the Premier League was short-lived, and after a whirlwind nine months in the top-flight, they are back in the Championship. The season was full of ups and downs; both on and off the field, but it could be argued that there is no club in the Championship more prepared for a promotion fight than the Bluebirds. Strong Start Looking back at last season it is clear where the club went wrong. Their start to the season was abysmal. In the opening eight matches, the club could only muster two points; a factor that left them rock…

Mythical creatures made from thousands of LEGO® bricks have appeared in Cardiff Bay.  [aoa id=”1″] Nine fabulous models made with a total of nearly 750,000 LEGO® bricks have taken over Tacoma Square, in the heart of Mermaid Quay, until Sunday 1st September. Free to view, the display features an 11ft fire-breathing dragon, a unicorn and two hunting wolves as well as a wizard, princess, knight and huntswoman. Collectively the models took over 2,000 hours to build. There are also cute dragon whelps (baby dragons) displayed in the windows of various businesses in Mermaid Quay. [/aoa] At the heart of the…