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POEM TO MUM – By TREVINE RODRIGO Noeline Phyllis Van Eyck De Vos Anderson Born December 24, 1921 to July 6th, 2023 (101 years) POEM TO MUM There is a love, a love so rare, That only a mother and daughter share, We had that love mother – you and I, From the day I was born, till the day you died. Others have lost their mothers I know, But you were mine and I loved you so. It broke my heart to lose you, but you did not go alone, For part of me went with you, the day God called you home. If tears could build a pathway and memories a lane, I’d walk right up to heaven and bring you home again. Rest in peace Darling Mum – you were “Simply the Best”. Your Ever Loving Eldest daughter –Beverly and Christopher Grandchildren Danielle and ...

Jul 9, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Trevine Rodrigo Tagged maother's Love, Noeline Phyllis Van Eyck de Vos Anderson, POEM TO MUM

Chamari Athapaththu smashes New Zealand to a memorable series win in the one-dayers – by TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE (eLanka Sports Editor) Inspirational skipper makes Sri Lanka proud by soaring to number one in ICC rankings. Inspirational skipper Chamari Athapaththu fashioned a lone crusade as she made Sri Lanka proud of a first ever one-day series win over New Zealand. Sri Lanka’s superstar in the womens game, carved up the respected Kiwi attack in the series decider, smashing 140 off 80 balls to literally single handedly decide the decider in an amazing array of strokeplay that left the visitors dumbfounded. The 2-1 series win was Sri Lanka’s first against a top echelon team in world cricket and those lucky to witness it in Galle will long savour those special memories. What was more memorable was Athapaththu’s lead from the front scoring two centuries against a proven attack in three games, ...

Jul 4, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Trevine Rodrigo Tagged Chamari Athapaththu, ICC rankings, New Zealand, Sri Lanka, TREVINE RODRIGO, world batting rankings

Angry awoken Lion’s savage Afgan intrusion. Sri Lanka annihilate Afghanistan in one day duel. – BY TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE Afganistan stepped on the tail of a sleeping Lion and paid the price of a savage mauling at its awakening in the one day series in Hambantota. Game one saw the visiting Afgans jump the locals in a surprising turnaround. Don’t get me wrong, they are a force in world cricket at the moment. Sri Lanka isn’t. Stung by the humiliation, Sri Lanka returned fire to annihilate the invaders in games two and three to clinch the three game one day series in emphatic fashion. It would be fair to say the home team was depleted with the absence of key bowlers Dushmantha Chameera Maheesh Theeksheena and Wanindu Hasarsnga De Silva in game one. But the demoralising defeat in that encounter demanded action stations, and the selectors reacted swiftly to ...

Jun 13, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Trevine Rodrigo Tagged Afganistan vs Sri Lanka, Angelo Matthews, Dimuth Karunaratne, Dushmantha Chameera, Kusal Mendis, Maheesh Theeksheena, Pathum Nissanka, Sadeera jelled, Wanindu Hasarsnga De Silva

Stephen De Niese is no more – By TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE These are the funeral services for our much loved Peterite Stephen: Rosary service on Thursday 8th June at 7 pm Funeral mass service on Friday the 9th at 11 am. Both services will be held at Resurrection Church, 402 Corrigan Road Keysborough 3173. We are requesting fellow Peterites to wear the college tie for the funeral service It is likely that the funeral service will be live streamed, It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Stephen De Niese a wonderful friend and outstanding cricketer in Sri Lanka and Australia. He was 74. Stephen was multi talented in Sport and music. Hailing from a musical family, parents Douglas and Estelle being outstanding vocalists and trainers of school choirs, one which was St. Mary’s College Dehiwala which I was privileged to be part of at a tender ...

Jun 6, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Trevine Rodrigo Tagged Stephen de Niese

Is Sr Lanka Rugby a victim of hidden agenda resulting in ban by Asian Rugby Union? – Political interference may be the reason for it’s failure to succeed – BY TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE (eLanka Sports Editor) Sri Lanka Rugby appears to have been a victim of political interference that resulted in the country being banned by the Asian Rugby Union. The Asian Rugby Union has, after some changes made by the current Sports Minister and Sri Lanka Rugby Union, reinstated Sri Lanka back into the Asian circuit after considering assurances from the current administration of Sri Lanka Rugby. When politicians use their position as manipulators of sport for personal reasons, they compromise the country’s position on a global scale apart from making a comedy of the sport, and this appears to be the case for the country’s plight. The former Sports Minister in his outgoing action, undoubtedly was unconscionable when he ...

May 31, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Trevine Rodrigo Tagged Asian Rugby Union, Sri Lanka rugby

Till we meet again Des Kelly……Rest now, in God’s loving care – By TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE It is with shock and deep sadness it was to Anne and I to be informed of the passing of our friend and father figure Des Kelly. In fact our families have all interacted with him and miss him dearly, after meeting him at our home when he visited often during the days he got around. Our interaction with him began with a phone call to me around 15 years ago. He wanted me to drop by for a conversation. It was about wanting me to contribute stories the the Lanka Times which he was the Editor of. Knowing of my commitment to another publication in Melbourne he put it subtly to me that he would be happy if I could forward stories not used in the other paper for the Lanka Times. ...

May 1, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Trevine Rodrigo Tagged Des Kelly

Ruthless Sri Lanka snuff out Irish challenge – By TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE (eLanka Sports editor) Ireland flexed their muscles after a first Test drubbing, then realized Sri Lanka had a much bigger flex as the second Test turned dramatically in the locals favour on a surprisingly batter friendly Galle surface. From a position of what seemed like a no result, the tide changed sensationally as the Sri Lankans showed vigorous intent to push for a famous victory and instill new belief that they have turned the corner in terms of orchestrating a fightback and strategy to win games that seemed on a chartered course. After folding tamely in the first Test, Ireland’s batters found form to post a massive 492, their highest total since receiving Test status. They threw down the gauntlet, and Sri Lanka accepted, making the babe’s of world cricket realize it is a bigger picture ...

Apr 30, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Trevine Rodrigo Tagged Angelo Matthews, Dimuth Karunaratne, Kusal Mendis, Nishan Madushka, Prabath Jayasuriya, Ramesh Mendis, Sri Lanka vs Ireland 2023, Sri Lanka's bowlers

Vale Mr Desmond Kelly (photos sent to eLanka by Trevine Rodrigo) It is with shock and deep sadness it was to Anne and I to be informed of the passing of our friend and father figure Des Kelly. In fact our families have all interacted with him and miss him dearly, after meeting him at our home when he visited often during the days he got around. Our interaction with him began with a phone call to me around 15 years ago. He wanted me to drop by for a conversation. It was about wanting me to contribute stories the the Lanka Times which he was the Editor of. Knowing of my commitment to another publication in Melbourne he put it subtly to me that he would be happy if I could forward stories not used in the other paper for the Lanka Times. That meeting with Anne and I ...

Apr 29, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Trevine Rodrigo Tagged Desmond Kelly

Party time as the Walawwa has double celebration for Avuruddu and a decade in business – BY TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE The Walawwa broke with tradition this year and sprang an unexpected double celebration, treating family, friends, fans and Labor politicians to a feast and traditional Sri Lankan entertainment at it’s central headquarters in Noble Park, in Melbourne. Celebrating Sinhala Avuruddu over a week later, and 10 years in business simultaneously, was a clever strategy for two special occasions. And they delivered with the style and class that the Walawwa is now becoming famous for. Managing Directors Shehan Wijewardena and Nash Samarakoon showed their appreciation to those nearest, who have travelled the uncertain terrain the business has endured from its inception. It has now risen and established itself as a popular and successful chain of Cafes and Restaurant around Melbourne’s South Eastern suburbs. What makes them a special and dynamic ...

Apr 28, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Trevine Rodrigo Tagged Melbourne, Shehan Wijewardena, Sinhala Avuruddu

Esric Jackson…..Sri Lanka’s and Melbourne’s ‘comeback kid’- BY TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE Strength, resilience and a God given talent is what personifes Esric Jackson, one of Sri Lanka’s outstanding vocal talent over several decades. And there’s no sign of his love for entertainment and being in the thick of it waning. Not in the near future anyway. His sojourn into music began at tender age in the ancient city of Anuradhapura, Sri Lanka, where a promising musical career was dramatically interrupted and forced into a U turn. Trying to help a stranded Colombo band to raise enough money to buy them return transport home, he related in a Television interview with Noeline Honter, on Channel 31 in Melbourne, how he got into hot water with local politicians. “I felt sorry for the guys when I found out their plight which made at least one of them reach the point of ...

Apr 22, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Trevine Rodrigo Tagged Dr. Hook, Esric and Sandra, Esric Jackson, Gloria Loring, Jade Hurley, Marcia Hines, Music, Ricky May, Smokey, Sri Lanka