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5 February 2026
Applications open for Athlete Travel Award Scheme
Orkney Islands Council is now accepting applications for the Athlete Travel Award Scheme for the 2026/27 funding period.
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3 February 2026
Joint press release - Pickaquoy Centre facilities closure - update
Part of the Pickaquoy Centre in Kirkwall is set to remain closed to users for a number of weeks following a significant flooding incident in the plant room of the swimming pool.
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17 December 2025
Bikeability coordinator wins recognition at annual awards.
Orkney Islands Council’s Road Safety Officer, Yvonne Scott, has been recognised as the highly commended runner‑up for the Keith Fergus Annual Achievement Award, celebrating outstanding commitment to…
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9 December 2025
Nine play areas across Orkney have seen major improvements this year
Nine play areas across Orkney have seen major improvements this year, breathing a new lease of life into the sites.
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5 December 2025
Manse Road Play Park to close temporarily for redevelopment from the 8th of December
Orkney Islands Council is pleased to announce that redevelopment works will soon begin at Manse Road Play Park.
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28 October 2025
Donate Your Pre-Loved Sportswear to Help People Get Active
sportscotland's Kit for All initiative launches in Orkney, tackling both the cost of sports kit and textile waste.
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27 October 2025
Orkney Sports Awards Return for Biggest Year Yet
Nominations are now open for the Orkney Sports Awards 2025, celebrating the outstanding achievements of the county's athletes, coaches, volunteers and teams.
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21 October 2025
Movember and SAMH Bring Youth Mental Health Programme to Orkney
Orkney Islands Council partners with SAMH to bring Movember's ‘Ahead of the Game’ programme to local communities
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29 September 2025
Make the most of the October half-term with our holiday programme
Looking for ways to keep the family entertained during the October school holidays? Orkney Islands Council has you covered with an exciting programme of activities running throughout the autumn break.
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25 September 2025
Change to opening hours at Warehouse Buildings
The opening time on Wednesdays at the Warehouse Buildings in Stromness has changed - with the facility now opening at 10:00am instead of 9:15am.
