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Royal College Group of 92 Australia Wing – 50th Birthday Bash photos by Roy Grafix – Once a Royalist always a Royalist! Once a Royalist always a Royalist! Many prominent educational institutions in the world boast of unique traditions, customs and behaviours that intricately define their institutional identity. Yet, the camaraderie experienced, and the timeless connections forged at Reid avenue are unparalleled, and truly defines the institution that is Royal College, Colombo. Once a Royalist always a Royalist! In a testament to the enduring brotherhood and in the spirit gracefully passed down through generations, this year, the 92 Group of Royal College celebrated their collective 50th birthdays in grand style. The festivities were kicked-off during the 144th Battle of the Blues and reached a crescendo in the home country at the gala dinner, ‘Aged to Perfection’ during September. This month the baton was passed onto to the Australia members of 92 ...

Dec 5, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Photo Gallery, Photos Tagged 92 Group, Australia, Roy Grafix, Royal College, Royalist, Sydney Opera House

Shaheen Afridi eyes on spoiling David Warner’s farewell Test series As the much-anticipated Test series between Pakistan and Australia looms on the horizon, Shaheen Afridi, Pakistan’s fast bowler, expressed his thoughts and confidence in a media talk before their first practice session in Canberra on Sunday. Afridi began by acknowledging the Australian opener David Warner, stating him as a “great career” who has consistently delivered stellar performances across all three formats. However, with a hint of competitive spirit, Afridi remarked, “We would wish him good luck but not hoping for a good end for David Warner in his last Test series against us.” This statement sets the tone for what promises to be a closely contested battle between the two cricketing giants. The left-arm fast bowler emphasized the significance of the series for Pakistan, highlighting their current top spot in the World Test Championship’s points table. “This is an important ...

Dec 3, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Australia, David Warner, Pakistan VS Australia, Shaheen Afridi, World Test Championship

Royal College Group of 92 – Australia Wing – 50th B’day Bash – Sydney 2023 – Photos thanks to Roy Grafix Source : Roy Grafix FB ...

Dec 3, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Australia, Roy Grafix, Royal College Group of 92

New President of Engineers Australia – Dr Raj Aseervatham Source : Qld Sri Lankan Newsletter – Dæhæna – December 2023 Engineers Australia has announced the appointment of Dr Raj Aseervatham, an Australian of Sri Lankan descent, as the new National President and Board Chair. Dr Aseervatham has more than 35 years of professional experience, commencing his career as a civil infrastructure engineer in local and state government. He has worked in two ASX 50 mining companies and one ASX 50 energy company, consulting and audit/assurance firms in Australia and overseas. He is a twice-published author on organisational leadership. “I am excited to lead Engineers Australia as we continue to deliver on our current strategy; one that is designed to take us well into the next decade,” Dr Aseervatham said. Engineers Australia CEO Romilly Madew AO said that Dr. Aseervatham was well -equipped to lead the organisation. “Raj brings extensive engineering ...

Nov 30, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Australia, Engineers Australia, Engineers Australia CEO, Sri Lankan

Drop-in pitches installed at Perth Stadium ahead of the upcoming NRMA Insurance West Test between Australia and Pakistan The World Cup and ICC World Test Champion Australians will take on Pakistan from December 14-18 at Perth Stadium, showcasing Western Australia to the world. The wicket square consists of five drop-in pitches, with each one weighing around 25 tonnes and the entire installation process taking more than two days. The drop-in wicket has been curated at the stadium since February, tended to daily by WA Cricket curators in the nursery located next to the outdoor practice wickets on the northern side of the stadium. The drop-in wicket contains the same local clay and grass species as the pitches at the WACA Ground and is closely monitored during its growth to replicate the Ground’s fast and bouncy nature. Last week, the drop-in wicket was moved by a 30-meter-long, 40-tonne cricket wicket transporter ...

Nov 29, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Australia, Australia cricket news, Cricket News, Drop-in pitches, ICC, ICC World Cup 2023, ICC World Test Champion, Pakistan cricket, Perth Stadium

Chamari Athapaththu named BBL Player of the tournament confounding Australian non-believers. Sri Lanka skipper does her country proud. – BY TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE. (eLanka Sports editor). There have been many adages about never giving up if you want to succeed, but Chamari Athapaththu took it a step further by not just proving the experts wrong. She rubbed it in to the non-believers with a magnificent BBL campaign and claimed the tournaments biggest honour. Sri Lanka’s Superstar, who has time and again ripped apart the best bowling attacks in the world, was in breathtaking form in Australia’s premier competition for Sydney Thunder earning the award as the WBBL/09 Player of the tournament. Her consistency with bat and ball made her a standout shading even Australia’s best including the likes of Elyse Perry, Beth Mooney, Ashley Gardner and the rest which included some of the best exponents from around the world. ...

Nov 28, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Trevine Rodrigo Tagged Australia, Australian, BBL Player, Lisa Keightly, revine Rodrigo, Sri Lanka skipper, Sydney Thunder

What Sri Lanka can learn from Australia’s World Cup campaign – By Rex Clementine Australia’s fielding was one key point as they beat India in the World Cup final. Travis Head’s stunning diving catch to dismiss Rohit Sharma was one of the turning points in the game. Source : island It was a fabulous night indeed in Ahmedabad as Australia defied all expectations and beat hosts and favourites India in the grand final of the sport’s showpiece event last Sunday. India was a team that stormed through to the finals with an unbeaten record beating several teams by big margins. Never were India tested in the league or knockout stage. Australia, meanwhile, huffed and puffed, lost their opening two fixtures, nearly were beaten by Afghanistan and almost blew it against South Africa in the semi-final. But when it mattered, in front of a full house at the world’s largest sports stadium, ...

Nov 27, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Aussies, Australia, Australia’s fielding, Australia’s World Cup campaign, Charith Asalanka, ICC, ICC World Cup2023

Migration out of Ceylon & Sri Lanka – by Michael Roberts in ADELAIDE To those CEYLONESE – term used advisedly to mark time-emphasis – who migrated from the island in the period 1948 to 1970 ….and even in the next two decades … do take the trouble to respond to these questions at whatever length you consider suitable. DEAR I am now 85 years old. I left Sri Lanka with my family in 1977 and was therefore aware of the socio-political currents that prevailed from the 1950s onwards. Some of these developments and currents motivated several Western-educated personnel of middle-class status to migrate. Some of my relatives were among those who moved out to UK, Canada and Australia. That was THEN. But these personnel are presently in the Now …unless they have departed from life on earth. All the survivors will have grey hair …. or none at all. These features ...

Nov 25, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Michael Roberts Tagged Australia, Canada, Ceylon, Michael Roberts, Migration out of Ceylon, Sri Lanka, UK

ADRIAN SERPANCHY – YOUR LEGACY WILL LIVE ON – By Lawrence Machado IT’s always emotional to say goodbye to a friend you have known since kindergarten, specially when his death comes so unexpectedly. When I heard that Adrian Serpanchy had passed away in a Melbourne hospital on the morning of Tuesday (November 22,2023), I was stunned. When I found the courage to call his devoted wife of more than 40 years, Lorraine, later that day, words were hard to come by. I can only imagine what Lorraine, her children Delon and Joanne, and his siblings Russell, Jerome, Randy, Loxley and Yolande are going through. Yes, it’s not easy to think that our wonderful, cheeky classmate Adrian is no more. This is such a shock as you are such a vibrant and positive chap, Adrian, with that memorable laugh. But God wanted you closer to Him and we are grateful for ...

Nov 24, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Lawrence Machado Tagged Australia, drian Serpanchy, in Sri Lanka, Lawrence Machado, Melbourne, St. Theresa's Church Thimbirigasyaya, St.Peter's College Bambalapitiya

Quick Chat with Celebrity Chef Gary Mehigan – By Melanie Senanayake Former MasterChef Australia Judge talks about the Culinary Extravaganza awaiting in Sri Lanka! Colombo, 21st November 2023: The renowned Celebrity Chef and former judge of MasterChef Australia, Gary Mehigan, engaged in a brief online discussion ahead of his highly anticipated trip to Sri Lanka at the end of the month. The culinary maestro is set to captivate Sri Lanka during a three-day culinary extravaganza, in partnership with Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts. From November 30 to December 2, 2023, individuals with a refined taste for food will have the exclusive chance to savor Mehigan’s culinary artistry at the Cinnamon Grand Colombo and personally connect with him. During his visit, patrons will have the privilege of experiencing two thoughtfully crafted full-course dinners personally orchestrated by Mehigan himself. This promises to be an unparalleled gastronomic experience as he shares his expertise and ...

Nov 24, 2023 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Australia, Ceylon Cinnamon, Chef Gary Mehigan, Cinnamon Grand Colombo, Master Chef Australia, MasterChef Australia judge, Melanie Senanayake, Sri Lanka