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The Brad and Kiara Show Podcast – 2023-8-5 Source : omny.fm A lifestyle radio show that connects with your community and focuses on topics that you can relate to, a little bit of this and a little bit of that with a real Sri Lankan touch – Anything and everything goes on The Brad & Kiara Show – Tune in Saturday Mornings 7-8 right here on Triple H 100.1 FM  ...

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Seeking sustainability for the aged care sector: SBS Sinhala explainer on 04 August – By Athini Amarasiri, Soofia Tariq Senior couple walking a corridor in a senior home Credit: Hinterhaus Productions/Getty Images Source : sbs   Listen to the SBS Sinhala radio digital explainer on a new proposal from aged care organisations suggests the Federal Government look at making wealthy Australians dip into their savings to fund a new sustainable model for aged care.   ...

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SRI LANKA NEWS (JULY  2023)  Compiled by Victor Melder. Sri Lanka›s tourism industry continues to thrive as arrivals have exceeded 600,000, showcasing the resilience and appeal of the country as a travel destination.  Despite being the off-peak season, the daily average of tourist arrivals has shown remarkable improvement, exceeding 3,200 visitors. This upward trend in tourist footfall further underscores the growing interest in Sri Lanka as a preferred destination among global travelers. During the first 26 days of the month, 84,003 visitors have arrived in the country, with only 3,518 arrivals required to achieve the monthly target of 87,521. “The surpassing of the 600,000 tourist arrival milestone signifies the resilience of Sri Lanka›s tourism sector and its ability to bounce back from the challenges faced in recent years. It is a testament to the concerted efforts made to revitalize the industry, showcasing Sri Lanka›s immense potential as a top travel ...

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SUNDAY CHOICE – LOVE HAS NO LIMITS – by Charles Schokman “Love knows no limit to its endurance, no end to its trust, no fading of its hope; it can outlast anything. It is, in fact, the one thing that still stands when all else has fallen.”  (1 Corinthians 13:7-8)     A BEAUTIFUL EXAMPLE. There are many wonderful gifts I’ve received in my lifetime.  The perfect hand-sewn dress from my mother. Fingerprint painted pots from my kids. Handwritten cards from my husband. But, for so many reasons, this gift is among the most priceless I’ve ever received. Claver, my husband carved an original woodblock design, then printed it in his college printmaking class, and gave it to me for Mother’s Day last year. The artwork was exquisite, and the hours he put into it meant so much to me.  But, the even greater value was the message behind the words. ...

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Veteran journalist Srimal Abeyewardene passes away Srimal launched The Sri Lanka Reporter in 1994 at Canada Sri Lanka New Year celebrations.   Distinguished Sri Lankan journalist, Srimal Abeyewardene, passed away at the age of 79 on Wednesday in Toronto, Canada. He leaves behind a legacy that spans five decades in the media industry and has significantly impacted the Sri Lankan community in Canada and beyond. Over the course of his long career, Mr. Abeyewardene established himself as an eminent figure in journalism, and a champion for multi-ethnic communities. His landmark achievement was the founding of The Sri Lanka Reporter, an award-winning English newspaper that catered to the Sri Lankan community in Canada. His vision and commitment to bridge gaps among multi-ethnic Sri Lankan communities led to the success of this publication, making it one of the most lauded successes in Canadian ethnic media. Mr. Abeyewardene embarked on his journalism journey in 1963 ...

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Let’s Try To Make Sri Lankan Tea Time Snack Fish Patties – By Malsha – eLanka The recipe is for making delicious fish patties with a flavorful filling. Here’s the step-by-step process to make the patties: Ingredients: For the dough: 235 grams all-purpose flour 100 grams cold butter 1 egg yolk 1 teaspoon salt 5 tablespoons cold water For the filling: 250 grams canned fish (mashed) 1 carrot (grated) 350 grams potato (boiled and mashed) 1 teaspoon salt 3 green chillies (chopped) 1 onion (chopped) 3 garlic cloves (chopped) 2 teaspoons black pepper 2 teaspoons curry powder 1 teaspoon chilli powder 4 pandan leaves (2cm thin slices) 8 curry leaves Directions: To make the dough: In a large bowl, mix the flour and salt together. Add the cold butter and egg yolk. Using your fingertips, rub the butter and egg yolk into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs ...

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Pepper Cultivation in Sri Lanka: Spicing Up the Island’s Economy-By Kalani – eLanka Sri Lanka, often referred to as the “Pearl of the Indian Ocean,” is renowned for its lush landscapes, diverse biodiversity, and rich cultural heritage. Among its many agricultural products, pepper holds a special place, being one of the country’s most significant export commodities. The island’s favorable climatic conditions and traditional farming methods have made Sri Lanka a global player in the pepper industry. In this article, we delve into the history, cultivation practices, economic impact, and future prospects of pepper cultivation in Sri Lanka. Pepper has been cultivated in Sri Lanka for centuries, with historical records dating back to the ancient times. It is believed that pepper cultivation on the island began during the reign of King Parakramabahu I (1153-1186 AD). Back then, pepper was considered a precious commodity, often referred to as “black gold,” and its ...

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Introducing an Essay on an Ethnic Confrontation at a Cricket Match in 1981-by Michael Roberts Source:Thuppahis This ‘encounter’ took place in 1981 and involved a Burgher Sri Lankan barracker earning the combined ‘resistance’ of an Aussie cricketer and Sinhala bystander (Sinha). As an observer of this set of exchanges, I moved beyond a clarification of the historical understandings embedded in Sinha’s success in ‘defeating’ the aggressive Burgher to address the relationship and differences between ‘typical’ anthropological studies and ‘typical’ historical work. The essay was published in Comparative Studies in Society and History in 1985. The pdf version has been converted into Word File by my Aloysian schoolmate KK De Silva, a cricketer and soccer goalkeeper in his school-heyday. Because it is a pdf, I have not been able to assemble the Footnotes as “End Notes.” ...

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Up to 100,000 temporary election jobs available [SEC=OFFICIAL] Good morning Community Representative, The AEC delivers a range of election events including federal elections, by-elections, plebiscites and referendums. For an election event, up to 100,000 employment opportunities in metro, regional and remote areas across Australia will be available. The AEC’s role is to successfully deliver impartial electoral events with the highest levels of integrity. To work at the referendum you must be both politically neutral and issue neutral. ...

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A recap of RCOBA NSW and ACT organised and supported events over the past few months Tennis – The second annual tennis tournament for the D L Seneviratne and T Nithiyaratnam Trophy was held on a beautiful Sydney winter day at the Parramatta City Tennis Center. Turning the tables on Royal, Hartley College took home the Trophy in a well played tournament. Rugby – RCOBA supported the 77th Bradby Shield live stream event and party organised by Trinity College Old Boys NSW on 22 July. Alas whilst leading 10:0 at lemons, Royal College missed the mark during the second half to trail 10:13 to the Trinitians at the final whistle. Lets keep our fingers crossed for a repeat of 1979. Wishing the Reid Avenue boys good luck for the second leg of the Bradby Shield 2023. The Loyalty Pledge – As this worthy program passes its 20th anniversary, RCOBA NSW and ACT was ...

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