Family of 5 moving from Australia to Dublin

We are an Australian family possibly moving to Dublin in 2013 for my husband's work.  We have 3 children (aged 4, 7 and 9).  He will be working south of the river and we'd like to live somewhere with a maximum commute time for my husband of one hour, but hopefully less.  I was hoping someone could please recommend some places we should consider to live, which would have a great community, lots of families, good public schools, lots of activities and facilities available, plus restaurants, shopping etc.  I will have a car but my husband will catch public transport to and from work.  Would Malahide be a good choice?  Appreciate your advice, thank you.

Hello Aussie24.

Welcome to Expat.com! :)

In meantime, you can read this article on Accommodation in Ireland.

Hope other members will give you some good recommendations.

Thank you,
Aurélie