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Cost of land pushing would-be farmers away from sector

• ManxNFU says competition is a barrier for those looking to enter industry.
• The price of land is preventing would-be farmers from entering the sector.
• That’s from the general secretary of the Manx National Farmers’ Union who says there are people interested in getting started in the industry.

Today on the island

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The local news that matters this morning

Here's all the news from our island from the past 24 hours, made easy to digest.

3FM · Business · 16:00 Local authority reveals number of commercial parking spaces leased • A public authority in the west of the Island has revealed the total number of parking spaces it holds for commercial rent. • The Freedom of Information request asked how many people are on Peel Town Commissioner’ car parking lease list. • In its response it said it holds a total of 27 parking spaces for commercial rent.

IoM Today · Island News · 12:00 Five appointed to new Manx Wildlife Trust internship programme • We’re proud to be creating opportunities for talented individuals to build their careers. • Manx Wildlife Trust (MWT) has welcomed the first cohort of Rosie’s Interns, a new programme aimed at providing practical experience and professional development for people seeking careers in environmental work. • The programme was formally opened by MWT patrons the Lieutenant Governor Sir John Lorimer and Lady Lorimer at a ceremony attended by the interns, supporters and partners.

Manx Radio · Island News · 06:44 Charity wants to hear from those who've benefitted from oxygen therapy • HBOT hoping DHSC will consider increasing funding for its services. • A charity on the Isle of Man that runs the hyperbaric chamber in Douglas is looking to speak to those who’ve benefitted from the oxygen therapy centre. • The vice chair of the organisation says it would like to gather testimony to present to the Department of Health and Social Care in the hope it would consider increasing funding for the charity.

IoM Today · Culture · 14:00 OurBiosphere: New exhibition celebrates a decade of biosphere success • Themes include identity and sense of place, creativity, lifelong learning and community participation. • The Isle of Man is a whole-nation UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, reflecting it is a special place for people and the rest of nature. • In a special edition of our regular feature, Rachel Smith from UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man tells us about a new exhibition which looks to celebrate #OurBiosphere: This autumn, on October 2, a new exhibition at the Manx Museum will open to mark 10 years since the Isle of Man became the…

IoM Today · Island News · 07:00 Why birds migrate in autumn: Insights into grey geese and blackbirds • Find out why they fly in the V’ formation. • September marks the start of the traditional autumn migration season for birds that fly to warmer, southerly climes for the winter months. • Swallows and house martins are usually the first to leave, followed by gannets and turns, undertaking perilous journeys of many hundreds of miles to places as far away as South Africa.

IoM Today · Business · 12:00 Elevate You awards celebrate Isle of Man's businesswomen • It’s been incredible to see the community come together to lift our island’s incredible women up. • The achievements of women in business across the island have been celebrated at the second annual Elevate You Awards. • More than 140 people attended the ceremony at Woodbourne House in Douglas on Thursday.

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What's on: next 14 days

All 70 verified public listings found for the next 14 calendar days. Tap any item for the source and full details.

Wed 23 Sept · 23 Sep · Villa MarinaNile Rodgers & CHIC

Thu 24 Sept · Gaiety TheatreBowie Experience

Fri 25 Sept · 25 Sep · Gaiety TheatreBowie Experience

Fri 25 Sept · 25 Sep · Villa MarinaJamie Webster

Sat 26 Sept · 26 Sep · Gaiety TheatreManx Last Night of the Proms

Sun 27 Sept · 27 Sep · Gaiety TheatreFrank Bruno - My Life & Times

Today · Gaiety TheatreIsle of Man Arts Council Annual Lecture 2026

Today · 12 Apr 2026–25 Oct 2026 · Duke Travel / Isle of Man Experiences Shop, Isle of… · Visit IoM.Isle of Man TT Course & Motor Museum Tour

Today · 14 June 2026–25 Oct 2026 · Curraghs Wildlife Park, Main Road, Ballaugh, Isle of… · Visit IoM.Orchid Line Miniature Railway Running Day

Today · 18 May 2026–1 Nov 2026 · House Of Manannan, Isle of Man, peel, Isle of Man, IM5… · Visit IoM.Vintage Motorcycles On Display

Today · 18 May 2026–4 Oct 2026 · The Boat Park, Port Erin, Isle of Man, IM9 6JA · Visit IoM.Guided Aquabike Experience

Today · 2 Apr 2026–31 Oct 2026 · Douglas Railway Station, Bank Hill, Douglas, Isle of… · Visit IoM.Isle of Man Railways Dining Car

Today · 21 Sep - 30 Oct · Dragons CastlePop-In and Play At Dragon's Castle

Today · 24 July 2026–25 Oct 2026 · Duke Travel / Isle of Man Experiences Shop, Isle of… · Visit IoM.A Taste of the Isle of Man

Today · 3 May 2026–18 Oct 2026 · Groudle Glen Railway, Onchan, Isle of Man, IM32HA · Visit IoM.Family Trainspotting Challenge

Today · 3 May 2026–18 Oct 2026 · Groudle Glen Railway, Onchan, Isle of Man, IM32HA · Visit IoM.Steam Teas

Tomorrow · 22 Sep · Broadway CinemaNational Theatre Live: the Misanthrope

Wed 23 Sept · Isle of Man Home of Rest For Old HorsesA Taste of Italy - Supper Club

Wed 23 Sept · 23 - 24 Sep · Broadway CinemaThe Death of Robin Hood

Thu 24 Sept · Ramsey Village City Hall🇺🇸 1976 Time Capsule Opening Ceremony

Thu 24 Sept · Launchpad (hillary House)Communities of Practice: Esg

Fri 25 Sept · St German's CathedralCaillagh - the First Manx Language Opera

Fri 25 Sept · Launchpad (hillary House)Communities of Practice: Digital Compliance

Fri 25 Sept · House of ManannanCooish Vooar - Bilingual Walking Tour of Peel

Fri 25 Sept · the Mitre HotelCooish Vooar - Singing Circle & Traditional Music Session

Fri 25 Sept · Isle of ManCooish Vooar – Manx Language Festival

Fri 25 Sept · Isle of ManHalf Moon End of Summer Party

Fri 25 Sept · Peel Golf ClubNaseem’s Charity Golf DayListing graphic (not a photo)

Fri 25 Sept · Lions ParkRamsey Daze Parade

Fri 25 Sept · Colby Football ClubRoyal British Legion Colby (IOM) Branch - Quiz NightListing graphic (not a photo)

Fri 25 Sept · 25 Sep - 01 Oct · Broadway CinemaPractical Magic 2

Sat 26 Sept · Lions ParkTony Hicks Live At Ramsey Daze 2026

Sat 26 Sept · House of ManannanA Bus Service: Exhibition Opening Weekend

Sat 26 Sept · Mountain View Innovation CentreCircuit of Mann Rally

Sat 26 Sept · Ballacreggan Farm, Glen MayeHarvest In the Barn – Glen MayeListing graphic (not a photo)

Sat 26 Sept · House of ManannanOn the Buses

Sat 26 Sept · Lions ParkSouth of 16

Sat 26 Sept · Peel Centenary CentreThis Flight Tonight - the Songs of Joni Michell

Sun 27 Sept · Peel Centenary CentreCooish Vooar - Yn Mheillea Variety Concert (by Yn Chruinnaght)

Sun 27 Sept · Lions ParkRamsey Daze Pie Baking Contest - Hosted By Bingham/ramsey Hce Unit

Sun 27 Sept · Honna Road, Port Erin, Im9 6, Isle of ManTough Mucka 2026

Sun 27 Sept · Centenary Centre, Im5 Peel, Isle of Man, Isle of ManYn Mheillea / the Harvest - A Manx Concert

Sun 27 Sept · 27 Sep · Villa Marina Royal HallIOM DTA Ballroom Dancing Competition

Mon 28 Sept · Erin Arts CentreCooish Vooar: Around Y Ghaelg In 60 Minutes

Mon 28 Sept · 28 Sep · Broadway CinemaFizz & Flicks: the Devil Wears Prada 2 - Exclusive Charity Screening

Mon 28 Sept · 28 Sep · Villa Marina ArcadeMighty Music From Stage & Screen - With Kevin Grunill

Tue 29 Sept · Abbey College, RamseyAbbey College Ramsey Year 6 Open Evening 2026

Tue 29 Sept · FIL and MEO Arena, Lisbon, PortugalSbc Summit 2026Listing graphic (not a photo)

Tue 29 Sept · Gaiety TheatreThe Makings of A Murderer: the Undercover Detective

Tue 29 Sept · 29 Sep · Gaiety TheatreInterGaelic Song & Music With 'Allt'

Wed 30 Sept · 30 Sep · Gaiety TheatreThe Makings of A Murderer: the Undercover Detective

Thu 1 Oct · 01 Oct · Villa MarinaPaul Smith - Happy

Fri 2 Oct · the Galpals Collective - Isle of ManAutumn Atelier: Seasonal Floristry With Elaine’s Flowers

Fri 2 Oct · 2 Oct 2026–3 Oct 2026 · 15b The Village Walk, Onchan, Isle of Man, IM3 4EB · Visit IoM.Chris Kelly Memorial Rally

Fri 2 Oct · 2 Oct 2026–4 Oct 2026 · Island Wide, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM13LY · Visit IoM.Isle of Man Heritage Open Days 2026

Fri 2 Oct · Victoria Square, Im9 6ld Port Erin, Isle of Man, Isle…Port Erin Jazz Festival 2026

Fri 2 Oct · the Mill HouseSilent Weekend Meditation Retreat – Isle of Man

Sat 3 Oct · Peel Centenary CentreMetamorphosis - How Flies Are Changing Our Planet

Sat 3 Oct · Mad Jack’sBed Before 11: Boy Bands & Heartthrobs!

Sat 3 Oct · Isle of ManChris Kelly Trophy Car Rally

Sat 3 Oct · 3 Oct 2026–28 Feb 2027 · Manx Museum, Douglas, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM13LY · Visit IoM.Jeihosphere

Sat 3 Oct · Victoria Hall, Finch Road, Douglas, Isle of ManOktoberfest Feat. Brassified

Sat 3 Oct · Erin Arts CentrePort Erin Jazz Festival 2026: Desmarais Trio, With Support Beccy Rork & the Vanguards

Sat 3 Oct · Shannon Rose RamseySummer’s Last Shred: End of Season School of Rockfest

Sat 3 Oct · 3 Oct 2026–30 Apr 2027 · Manx Museum, Douglas, Douglas, Isle of Man, IM13LY · Visit IoM.The Nature Exploratorium & History of the Future

Sat 3 Oct · 03 Oct · Gaiety TheatreJimeoin: Ballyhoo

Sat 3 Oct · 03 Oct · Villa MarinaWest End Spectacular

Sun 4 Oct · 04 Oct · Villa MarinaActive Souls Astronaut Training School

Sun 4 Oct · 04 Oct · Villa MarinaSpark

Sun 4 Oct · 04 Oct · Villa Marina Prom SuiteSPARK - Reach For the Stars

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