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The Cork Smart Gateway represents a group of organisations that aim to promote the sustainable development of an innovative ecosystem in the region to increase economic activity, provide better public services, promote collaboration and engagement, and enhance the quality of life for all who live, work, and visit Cork. The Cork Smart Gateway also promotes Cork as a top-class innovative and smart region. 

The Cork Smart Gateway is an initiative funded by Cork City Council, Cork County Council and University College Cork. The Cork Smart Gateway is also further supported by a wider steering group consisting of The Tyndall National Institute, Nimbus Research Centre, Cork Chamber, Tech Industry Alliance and Energy Cork.

For more information please see the Cork Smart Gateway Website 

16 September 2026
Help Shape Two Wonder Wander Walking Trails For Cork City
North Main Street and Oliver Plunkett Street have been selected as the locations for two new walking trails. The Wonder Wander Trail Network was first launched in 2024 to celebrate the distinct architecture, character and stories of Ireland’s Architectural Conservation Areas.
15 September 2026
Public Survey – The New Cork City Central Library
Cork City Council has acquired the historic Counting House building complex on South Main Street, as part of the wider regeneration of the Grand Parade Quarter, to become the new home of Cork City Central Library, the main library of the Cork City Council library network and a new landmark cultural facility in the heart of Cork City centre.
9 September 2026
Cork City Council Seeks Applications for Rental Accommodation Scheme
Cork City Council is encouraging property owners and letting agents to consider joining the Rental Accommodation Scheme (RAS), a long-established housing support programme that provides benefits for both landlords and tenants.
7 September 2026
Lord Mayor accepts award-winning garden gift from EU Commissioner to mark Ireland’s presidency of the EU
An award-winning garden created to mark Ireland's Presidency of the Council of the European Union and the visit of the College of Commissioners to Cork City this summer has been gifted to the people of Cork.
7 September 2026
Lord Mayor raises Brazilian flag above Cork City Hall to mark Brazil's Independence Day
The Lord Mayor of Cork, Cllr Damian Boylan, raised the Brazilian flag above Cork City Hall today Monday, 7 September to mark Brazil's 204th Independence Day, and to celebrate the vibrant Brazilian community that has made Cork its home.