Construction of a new community centre for Newcastle is due to begin in early 2026.
This is after Galway City Council approved a part 8 planning report which allows for construction to start.
The centre, which will include a sports hall, meeting rooms and an AstroTurf pitch, will be located in Moyola Park beside the existing Croí building.
Mayor of Galway Mike Cubbard says that the people of Newcastle deserve the new centre