eLanka Newsletter: April 2019 4th edition: Sri Lankans in Australia – Stay Strong Sri Lanka – The whole world is praying with you!





eLanka Newsletter: April 2019 4th edition: Sri Lankans in Australia – Stay Strong Sri Lanka – The whole world is praying with you!

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eLanka Newsletter: April 2019 4th edition
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Welcome to eLanka News – for the Sri Lankan Down Under!
We are deeply saddened and shocked following the horrific bombings in Sri Lanka on Resurrection Easter Sunday.

Our thoughts and prayers are with all family members of those who have lost their lives and those in hospital with injuries.
Stay Strong Sri lanka… The whole world is pryaing with you!

MEMORIAL MASS FOR THE VICTIMS OF THE BOMB BLAST IN SRI LANKA at St. Mary’s Cathedral Sydney – Photos thanks to RoyGrafix

“THE SRI LANKAN WOUNDED” – By Des Kelly

It was heartbreaking enough to hear of all these people, (253 of them, now definitely identified), killed, on Easter Sunday, last, most of them, Sri Lankan, of course, but some, like the wife, daughter &;young son of an English visitor, who died at the Shangrila hotel, absolutely heart-rending to hear about the little children, boys & girls, who had died, minutes after receiving Holy Communion at the Zion Church, in Batticoloa, totally emotional to see actual photographs of these little martyrs, in their coffins, when they should have been outside, in the gardens of the Church, playing and enjoying the sunshine. ALL THIS, NEVER SHOULD HAVE HAPPENED………..
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Mass held at Resurrection church Keysborough (Melbourne) – 26th April 2019 – Photo thanks to Trevine Rodrigo

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Does it take terror to unify Sri Lankans? – An opinion by Aubrey Joachim

The Cathedral was packed to capacity. In fact it was overflowing. The crowd was whispering in soft murmurs. Politicians of all hues, service personnel, diplomats, religious dignitaries, and thousands of ordinary men and women had gathered. The ringing of bells signaled the beginning of proceedings.

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Notice: Opening of Book of Condolences

Multi-Faith Memorial Service and Peace Vigil in Canberra

A well-attended multi-faith memorial service and peace vigil was held at St Christopher’s Cathedral in Forrest, Canberra on 23 April 2019 at 7.00 pm to honour and pray for the victims, the injured and their families from the Easter Sunday explosions in Sri Lanka.

The attendees were welcomed by Fr. Daniel Benedetti and a message from the Archbishop Christopher Prowse was read in Sinhala , Tamil and English…..

Sri Lanka hope to prevail amid the chaos and confusion – BY TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE – SRI LANKA SQUAD FOR THE World Cup 2019 in England

In a country that dwells on chaos and confusion in many aspects, Sri Lanka’s beleaguered cricket selectors have finally put together a squad for the World Cup as heated debate on media and social platforms dissects the selected members.

The most significant point of conjecture is the selection of Test skipper Dimuth Karunaratna to lead the side overlooking at least three former limited overs skippers who the selectors perceive will divide the commitment from within……..

Photos from the Service of Commemoration for Sri Lanka at St Andrews Cathedral Saturday 27 April

Health and Views: April 2019 – 3rd Issue – By Dr Harold Gunatillake

Maxie’s Corner – eLanka Cartoons by Max Gerreyn

Lighting up Sydney Opera House Sails in solidarity with the people of Sri Lanka, today 28 April 2019

This is to inform that Premier of New South Wales Hon Gladys Berejiklian in a show of support, respect and solidarity with the people of Sri Lanka in the wake of Easter Sunday explosions, will project the colours of Sri Lankan flag on sails of the Sydney Opera House today, 28 April 2019 from 6.00pm to midnight.

Yours Sincerely
Lal Wickrematunge
Consul General

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eLanka Events – MELBOURNE
Wild Harvest is celebrating Mother’s Day Eve (11th May 2019) : Melbourne event

11th May 2019

Book Launch – A DIFFERENT KIND OF MADNESS – BY PAULINE SCHOKMAN

2nd May 2019

The VOC Heritage in Asia – Dutch Burghers of Ceylon Exhibition

9th June 2019

Autumn Soiree – 2019 – Old Paulines 13th Successive Annual Dinner Dance
Autumn Soiree – 2019 – Old Paulines 13th Successive Annual Dinner Dance – organised by the St Paul’s Kelaniya Benevolent Fund (Australia) Inc (in memory of the late Teacher & Vic e Principal, Mrs Florence Senewiratne)

Saturday, 1st June, 7.30 pm to 12.30 am
Grand on Princess Reception Centre
2251 Princes Highway
Mulgrave
Music by No Limit, featuring Esric Jackson
Cost: $60.00 per Adult, $25.00 per Child Under 12
1st June 2019

39 th Annual dinner Dance 2019 St Benedict’s Collage OBU Vic INC

4th May 2019

PRESBYTERIAN GIRLS SCHOOL,DEHIWALA-PAST PUPILS ASSOCIATIONS(AUSTRALIAN BRANCH) – Curry Night

15th June 2019

Burgher Association Australia presents – Yummy Rotti & Pittu Lunch

23rd June 2019

Sandra Jackson Tribute Night

29th June 2019

Prayer for Victims, Peace and Unity in Sri Lanka (organised by the United Sri Lankan Muslim Association of Australia)

29th April 2019

The Ex Royal Ceylon Air Force Club Inc.Melbourne Presents – Eagles Night

22nd June 2019

The Voluntary Outreach Club presents “Fill a Bowl” (Melbourne event)

31st August 2019

The Voluntary Outreach Club together with The Grand on Cathies presents – Happy Mother’s Day – Sunday 12th May 2019 (Melbourne event)

12th May 2019

eLanka Events – SYDNEY
The Bellbirds Club Inc Presents Glitz & Glamour – 1st June 2019 (Sydney event)

1st June 2019

A Luncheon farewell for Sri Lankan High Commissioner: His Excellency Mr. S Skandakumar (28th April 2019) – Sydney event

28th April 2019

“Kandula” in Sydney – An Extraordinary musical extravaganza (20th July 2019) – at Concourse Auditorium Chatswood

20th July 2019

Royal College OBA NSW/ACT & Trinity College Old Boys-NSW presents – 75th Bradby Shield Match Live and Party (Sydney event) – 11th May 2019

11th May 2019

Sing-Along with Ranil Mallawarachchi

11th May 2019
OFF THE BEATEN TRACK – SYDNEY – CDF Patient Transport Annual Ball 2019

24th August 2019

Special Mother’s Day Lunch – Blue Elephant Caterers (Sydney event) – Sunday 12th May 2019

12th May 2019

University of Colombo Aumni Association of NSW presents – Priya Sooriyasena and Athma Liyanage (Sydney event) – Live in Concert

15th June 2019

Wesley College(Colombo) OBA(NSW) Inc Presents Double Blue Spring Ball

28th September 2019

STC OBA NSW-ACT presents BLACK – Dance party (Sydney event)

15th June 2019

The Pereras Marriage (Sydney event) – 28th April 2019

28th April 2019

Ceylon Society of Australia – 2nd Public Meeting 26th May 2019

26th May 2019

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eLanka Events – Brisbane / Canberra

“Have a Chat’ – (Brisbane event) – 19th May 2019

19th May 2019

Priya & Athma in concert (Canberra Event)

16th June 2019

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The Burgher Association of Australia Centre is available for private hire

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358 Haughton Road, Clayton VIC 3168
The Burgher Association of Australia Centre is available for private hire (Dances, Birthday parties,
Anniversaries etc). The BAA Centre is located within a short walk from Clayton railway station. The hall
is licensed to hold 150 people. Tables and chairs for this number of attendees are provided. There is
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Properties For Sale

The Castle Residence – Superlative Properties – Colombo, Sri Lanka

123 perch land with a 3 story house in Kelaniya – Sri Lanka

123 perch land with a 3-story house
Spaces 5-bedroom house with a 123.5 perch land located in Kelaniya
100-year-old clean title to the land
3 phase electricity / water and telephone connection.
Land ideal for residential or commercial purposes
Travel
– Access to Kandy road, Colombo Katunayake Highway and Negambo road in less than 5 mins
– Less than 30 minutes to the Katunayaka airport
– 20 minutes to Colombo Fort
– Less than 20 minutes to Colombo 7
– Road access to heavy vehicles thought Kandy and Negambo road
– 5 minute walk to the railway station
Contact
Name: Sanjeewa Edirisinghe
Number : +61 430 591 272
Email: andi.s.edirisinghe@gmail.com

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Please contact by email or phone.
Email: mahintha2014@gmail.com
Phone: 61 409 909095 or US 323-327-8903

Willows Real Estate – Bella Vista, Sydney, NSW

4 adjacent sub-divided plots with serviced water and electricity – Located on Tewatte Road in Ragama

1 plot, 14.6 perches (369.27 square metres). @ 6 lakhs per perch (LKR 8, 760, 000) (AUD 74,871), with small house.
3 plots, 12 .4 perches (313.633 square metres). @ 6 lakhs per perch (LKR 7,440,000 each) (AUD 63,589 each). House with 5 bedrooms
Call Paul on 0419 034 855 (or +61 419 034 855 from overseas) to discuss in more depth.

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IVY Residencies – Mt’Lavinia, Sri Lanka –
Home away from home in paradise

Benefit Property Group

House for Sale in Ja Ela

Fully furnished 3 bed bungalow – Rs 7,200,000

7 Perch land extent.
3 Bedrooms
Fully fitted pantry/kitchen equipped with 4 burner gas cooker/oven, Fridge-Freezer,
Microwave, Kettle and Utensils
Shower Cubical with Hot Water
Metal Grills on all windows, fanlights, front and back doors, for added security
In built concrete pillars for easy upstairs conversion
Brick construction
Off street parking for two cars
Well maintained throughout
24 Hr Security
Access to Swimming Pool
Clear title deeds
10 mins to Colombo-Katunayake Highway
Sold with all furniture and appliances.
Will consider unfurnished sales.
Contact: Jude

Email: njude1@gmail.com

Tel: +44 7990 530442

GREAT INVESTMENT
in a Teak Plantation at Vanathavilluwa on Puttlam
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A beautiful Teak Plantation located in Vanathavilluwa on Puttlam District for sale. Its located just 158 Km away from Colombo

TRILLIUM APARTMENT IN COLOMBO 8 FOR SALE

A large fully furnished & tenanted 3 bedroom apartment in the 4th floor of the park wing facing the swimming pool & the children’s park for sale.

– Area: 1,800 Sq Ft (largest size/corner)

– 3 Bedrooms/ 2 Bathrooms

– Separate Maid’s quarters

– Fully Furnished

– Walking distance to British School in Colombo

– Able to sell with or without tenants

Sale Price: Rs. 55 Million (or equivalent in AUD)

Contact – +94 77 1061451/ +94 77 1061328

Email: sale.trillium@gmail.com

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