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Darley News THE BULLETIN OF THE OLD JOSEPHIANS’ ASSOCIATION OF NSW OCTOBER 2023 Download the PDF file . For a bigger range of pics go to the links provided: https://www.elanka.com.au/highlights-from-the-joe-pete-in-sydney-held-on-24-september-2023-photos-and-write-up-thanks-to-brad-stevens/ https://www.elanka.com.au/highlights-from-the-old-joes-golf-day-awards-lunch-in-sydney-sunday-1st-october-2023-photos-thanks-to-brad-stevens/ ...

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Mrs. Merlyn Rose Chandrasena – An Appreciation – By Dr. Nimal Chandrasena  Mrs. Merlyn Rose Chandrasena, of 11 Flagstone Grove, Bella Vista, passed away on the 27th of October, 2023, peacefully, at the Adventist Aged Care facility at Kings Langley. She was 95 years and three months old. Merlyn was married to Jasenthu Patabendi (J.P.) Chandrasena, Chief Draughtsman, at the time of his retirement from the Survey Department in Sri Lanka. She was the mother of Sarath (U.K.), Indira (Sydney) and Nimal (Perth) and Mother-in-Law to Chandra, Prasad and Dilsiri. Merlyn leaves behind six grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. Merlyn was known to be a generous and kind-hearted person, who has helped many relatives, friends and the elderly in their moments of need. Her generosity, over decades, is well-known, especially at Panadura, where she lived until 1987. She was a devoted Buddhist who lived by Buddhist principles. She also donated generously ...

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BOOK NOTICE: The Zeylonese Treasure Book of Myth, Mystery and Mystique Published by Neptune Publications, pages 807 pp, Price Rs.3800. Available at Barefoot Bookshop. This pioneering work covers a hundred oddities, curiosities and mysteries of Sri Lanka that have for long defied explanation.  Our island is, after all, home to some of the weirdest lore and legends handed down the generations that speak of many strange things. These stories coming down to us from hoary antiquity speak of lost cities, vanished peoples, extinct creatures, strange ruins, weird prophecies, eerie happenings, bizarre visitations, mysterious deaths, unexplained sicknesses and unspeakable horrors among other things. This book covers many such mysteries from the whereabouts of Ravana’s kingdom, the legendary Naga race and a missing race of dwarfs to man-eating ogres, cannibalistic women, feral children living in the wild, water sprites, female spectres, demons scared of iron, human sacrifices, lost gold mines, hidden redoubts, buried ...

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Arugam Bay: Where Serenity Meets Adventure-by Kalani-eLanka Nestled on the eastern coast of Sri Lanka, Arugam Bay stands as a testament to the marriage of tranquility and thrill, making it a sought-after destination for both leisure seekers and adrenaline enthusiasts alike. Renowned for its pristine beaches, world-class surf breaks, and the mesmerizing blend of local culture, Arugam Bay offers an unparalleled experience to all who step onto its golden shores. At the heart of Arugam Bay’s allure lies its fame as a surfing paradise. Known affectionately as ‘A-Bay’ by surf aficionados, the coastline plays host to a variety of waves catering to all skill levels. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a novice eager to catch your first wave, the consistent breaks, such as the renowned Main Point and Whiskey Point, offer an exhilarating experience. Beyond the thrill of the surf, Arugam Bay is embraced by nature’s gifts. The nearby ...

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Cricket Australia (CA) today released its Annual Report for 2022-23. • In the 2022-23 financial year, CA reported a net loss of $16.9 million driven by an expected low point in our revenue cycle with lower media rights and match revenues during a non-Ashes year. • Strategic investment was made in the Big Bash Leagues including significant pay increases and the implementation of the first player drafts to ensure the leagues retained their status among the world’s best T20 competitions in an increasingly competitive global landscape. • CA signed a $1.512 billion seven-year media rights deal with the Foxtel Group and the Seven West Media to broadcast cricket in Australia from 2024-31 and a new seven-year deal with Disney Star for the right to broadcast Australian cricket in India helping to underpin the game’s long-term financial security. • Australian Cricket negotiated a five-year MOU with the Australian Cricketers’ Association that ...

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Christell Luxury Wellness wins top award for industrial excellence 3 years in a row at CNCI Achiever Awards 2023 Christell Luxury Wellness is celebrating winning top prize at the prestigious CNCI Achiever Awards for Industrial Excellence 2023. Sri Lanka’s most trusted aesthetics centre was awarded the National Crystal Award for the Medium Service Sector category at the annual ceremony held this year at the Galadari Hotel on Wednesday 18th October – a distinguished prize exclusively meted out only for those recognised for industry excellence by the prestigious awarding body for 3 years in a row. The CNCI Achiever Awards for Industrial Excellence is organised by the Ceylon National Chamber of Industries (CNCI) in collaboration with the Ministry of Industry, with the aim to recognise and celebrate Sri Lankan industrialists for their achievements. Contestant companies are rigorously evaluated on the basis of performance in areas of quality standards; namely productivity, corporate ...

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Noel News  “The unexpected blow lands heaviest.” SENECA Welcome to our October Newsletter We have just got home from London, so today’s newsletter will be mainly about travel. Our original plan for the trip started with a Qantas return flight from Brisbane to Los Angeles to visit the grandkids, but the travel agent pointed out it would be no dearer to continue to London from Los Angeles and then fly home with Emirates. It was too good to resist! There were some challenges, though. The first was travel insurance – once you turn 80 the options shrink. But I duly did my research – using Choice – and opted for Medibank. The process involved a simple phone call, and I did not get the usual message about “receiving an unusually high volume of calls” – their message was, ‘Your place in the queue is number two.’ I chose the basic policy because my main ...

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“Doctor, I need your advice on how to get rid of the leg cramps that I experience at night. What would you recommend?” – By Dr harold Gunatillake Website:www.Doctorharold.com There is no evidence that magnesium supplements are beneficial for leg cramps, except for pregnancy-related ones, despite suggestions that magnesium deficiency may cause them. Let’s define what leg cramps are. They are painful and cannot be controlled voluntarily. Calf muscle contractions lasting for a few seconds to minutes disturb your sleep. Leg cramps are reported in up to 60% of adults and 7% of children. They are troublesome and can cause severe pain and sleep disturbance, and residual pain sometimes occurs in the affected muscles after cramping. Leg cramps can also happen while rapidly walking, playing sports, or exercising in the gym. They can affect your general quality of life. Certain drugs can cause cramps as a side effect. They include ...

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Return of Angelo Matthews, the man with the Midas touch transforms Sri Lanka’s fortunes. England perish under new look Sri Lanka. – BY TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE(eLanka Sports editor). Angelo Matthews turned out to be Sri Lanka’s new good luck charm and Kusal Mendis warmed to his role as skipper leading the Island nation to a convincing 8 -wicket victory over defending World Cup champions England in Bengaluru.  Shell- shocked England, currently languishing at the bottom of this edition, had no answers to a revitalised Sri Lanka, as Matthews provided the Midas touch, after Jos Buttler won the toss and elected to bat. The bowlers, at long last, hit superb lengths with good line and accuracy to destroy England’s strong batting line-up, dramatically changing the leather hunt they were on in the first three games.  And this made it so much easier for Sri Lanka’s batters to romp to an ...

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