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20 Jan 2026

'Quack' reaction in Portlaoise as ducklings rescued Leinster Council GAA offices

'Quack' reaction in Portlaoise as ducklings rescued Leinster Council GAA offices

Pic Credit: Laois Offaly Gardai

Laois Gardai didn’t duck any responsibilities when a mother and her ducklings waddled into Leinster Council GAA offices.

The mother and ducklings were rounded up thanks to local gardai who used a box to capture the wandering birds.  

“Portlaoise Gardaí were "quack" to assist a mother duck and her ducklings who ventured into the Leinster Council GAA office,” Gardai said.  

They said the ducks were escorted to the Triogue River where they were safely released.   

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