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eLanka Newsletter – 26th September 2021 – 7th Edition – Sri Lankans In Australia

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THE PAST and the PRESENT – WHAT A CONTRAST !!! – Wijeyananda Dahanayake – by Sukumar Shan

A gorgeous Chennai based model confirmed to enter Big Boss!


Obituary: Nigel Forbes (1965 – 2021) – Heaven Opened its Gates to Welcome one of St. Peter’s Greatest Rugby Stalwarts

Diagnosis of Sri Lanka’s Current Economic Crisis – by Mr Murtaza Jafferjee CFA

eLanka Cartoons by Max Gerreyn

Sri Lanka Cricket appoints Mahela Jayawardene as consultant during T20 World Cup

Former Richmond and Saracens cricket captain Arnold Adihetty dies aged 91 By Sa’adi Thawfeeq

Sri Lanka Foundation Newsletter #239

‘SEEING A SRI LANKAN MAN BECOME ARCHBISHOP MADE ME WEEP by ANNE LIM

Kerrigan La-Brooy – Nominated in the Australian Country Music People’s Choice Awards in 6 Categories

What does your stomach do for you?-By Dr Harold Gunatillake

Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo 72 24 09 2021

Pidurangala Rock – steeped in history and legend By Arundathie Abeysinghe

Artificial General Intelligence: The growth of robots? By Aditya Abeysinghe

US firm wins Sri Lanka LNG deal-by Damon Evans

“CALYPSO BAILA GREATS” – By Des Kelly

Vibrant new restaurant is a first for Nottingham food lovers

Eliyantha White: Sri Lankan shaman dies of Covid after touting cure

Sri Lanka, Australia foreign ministers discuss enhancing cooperation ​

Lankan sensation Yohani to perform in India first after global limelight ​​

Sri Lanka all set for Expo 2020 Dubai ​​

SUROL, bringing relief to the marginalized in society. ​​

Breaking News – by Des Kelly ​​

Business Systems Certification – ISO Certification by Sydney-based Australian company owned by Sri-Lankan Australians

Spring Fair to lift our moods during lockdown

Former St. Peter’s cricketer Berenger on the cusps of representing third national team-by Reemus Fernando

The Legend of Lucky Rogers-by Rex Clementine

Pilot Theatre Will Stage The World Premiere of THE BONE SPARROW-by Stephi Wild

Veteran Journalist Thalif Deen Takes Over as IDN Advisor By Ramesh Jaura

Sri Lanka Embassy in Riyadh holds webinar to promote bilateral trade

Sports-tech startup Koach Hub expands boundaries with Daryll Cullinan

Sri Lanka captivates Chinese tourists

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List of OBA & OGA Associations – Australia

List of OBA & OGA Associations – UK

List of OBA & OGA Associations – Canada

Obituary Notices September

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