eLanka Newsletter – 28th August 2022 – 8th Edition Sri Lankans in Australia Click here or on the image below to read this week’s elanka Newsletter “THE KISS” – by Des Kelly Good News From Jayam September 1, 2022 Pls Scroll Down 35 items Blue Ocean & Link Engineering continue to ascend with a strong focus on growth and diversification Australia provides more fuel to SLN BURGHERS – PRIDE OF THE POLICE – By S.Sivendran, Retired Senior Superintendant of Police The Sri Lanka vibe is changing – By Dr Harold Gunatillake SANGEETH NIPUN SITHARA MADUSHANI ACCOMPLISHED VOCALIST, PRESENTER, EXAMINER OF MUSIC A GRADE SINGER IN SLBC AND SLRC DELIVERING MUSIC SPLENDOUR – by Sunil Thenabadu Felicitation to a Learned & Generous Retiree.- By Noor Rahim Health & Views August 2nd issue 2022 – By Dr harold Gunatillake ‘Whether we like it or not, we have to deal with the IMF’ ...

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Eating Bacon And Eggs For Longevity – by Dr harold Gunatillake 10 Healthy Reasons to Pour Yourself a Glass of Red Wine Tonight (And Every Night) Improves blood pressure, lowers your risk of certain cancers, Promotes longevity, Blocks damaging free radicals, Boosts the immune system, increases bone density, Improves cholesterol levels, Decreases the chance of a stroke, reduces type 2 diabetes You have been told that less than 7 per cent of your total daily calorie intake should come from saturated fat. A daily intake of 2,000 calories amounts to 140 calories. Saturated fat seems to raise the bad cholesterol LDL in your blood, raising the risk of heart disease and stroke. On the other hand, you are supposed to eat between 25 and 35 per cent of your daily calories as unsaturated fats from foods like fish, nuts and vegetables. ...

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FELICITATION FOR DR. HAROLD GUNATILLAKE OAM ON 14TH OCTOBER 2022 As you may be aware, our good friend Dr. Harold Gunatillake, one of the most senior members of our community who has contributed immensely to the medical and social field in both Sri Lanka, Australia was recently awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia for his commitment and dedicated service to the Sri Lankan community in Australia. This function is to felicitate his contribution to the Sri Lankan and Australian community during the past 5 decades and celebrate his achievements. We have scheduled this special event for Friday the 14th October 2022 at 7pm at Pioneer room, Castle Grand, Castle Hill.  The cost of a single entry is $95 (including dinner & drinks). Please note that the dress code is Formal. Please confirm your attendance and the money to be deposited by 4th September 2022.   The account details ...

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eLanka Newsletter – 17th August 2022 – 5th Edition Sri Lankans in Australia Click here or on the image below to read this week’s elanka Newsletter “NUWARA ELIYA” – by Des Kelly Life luck and learning: Gracious Grigson gives back – By Marcus Uhe Skilled Visa Information for Australia – Department of Home Affairs Marvels of Sigiriya Rock Fortress in Sri Lanka-by Michael Roberts The disease that robs your memory – By Dr Harold Gunatillake Adieu! Olivia Newton-John …. Aussie Star known Worldwide-by Michael Roberts Appreciating Sri Lankan Musicians – “SERENDIB” A hailstorm at Dankotuwa – By GEORGE BRAINE School meal program in Sri Lanka-Rise Up Canada CKFM’s with Carl Banus Live – Patrick Ranasinghe Dr Ravindra Randeniya autographed eminent iconic actor conquered silver screen for over five decades – by Sunil Thenabadu India-Australia Free Trade Agreement: The 10-year wait was worth it (Opinion Piece From Bhutan to Sri Lanka: ...

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eLanka Newsletter – 14th August 2022 – 4th Edition Sri Lankans in Australia Click here or on the image below to read this week’s elanka Newsletter “MUSICAL MEMORIES” – By Des Kelly Good News From Jayam – August 15, 2022 Pls Scroll Down 35 items Fatima Payman delivers first speech in parliament by someone wearing a hijab | SBS News Aussie cricketers donate prizemoney to SL appeal Skilled Visa Information for Australia – Department of Home Affairs Democracy safeguarded – By Dr Harold Gunatillake SUNDAY CHOICE – “ Sin is a habit to break, not an identity to own” A Celebration of International Youth Day 2022 PRASANNAJITH ABEYSURIYA AN AUTOGRAPHED PHENOMINAL ACTOR ON STAGE, TELE DRAMA AND FILMS, GRADED LECTURER WITH PASSION FOR STREET DRAMA – by Sunil Thenabadu Love for Sri Lanka Gala Dinner MEDIA RELEASE women writing their migration stories the sinhala series Anglican Archbishop Kanishka Raffel-by Michael ...

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eLanka Newsletter – 10th August 2022 – 3rd Edition Sri Lankans in Australia Click here or on the image below to read this week’s elanka Newsletter “Life stories in song” – by Des Kelly ‘Her legacy will live on’: World pays tribute to Australian ‘icon’ Olivia Newton-John sri lanka foundation’s sri lanka day expo and parade must not be missed – register now – letter from jayam Health & Views August 1st issue 2022 – By Dr harold Gunatillake Two Books, Two Backstories – By GEORGE BRAINE Asylum Seeker Boats: Australia Aids SL Navy’s ‘Arrests’-by Michael Roberts FOOD FOR THOUGHT – by Charles Schokman Digging into ‘Kota Vehera’ By Somasiri Devendra The Seekers Judith Durham 25 Year Reunion (Complete Concert) Are we one? By Sean Perera Lessons from the Bees, Butterflies, Insects & Birds. – By Noor Rahim Tribute to Icon thespian actor Wijeya Nandasiri on his sixth death anniversary ...

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Health & Views August 1st issue 2022 – By Dr harold Gunatillake Download the PDF file . Disclaimer: The information contained in this article is for general information purposes only, and whilst the author will endeavour to keep the information up to date and correct, eLanka makes no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability or availability with respect to the eLanka website or the information, products, services, or related graphics contained in this article for any purpose. Any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk. In otherwords, eLanka In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage including without limitation, indirect or consequential loss or damage, or any loss or damage whatsoever arising from loss of data or profits arising out of, or in connection with, the use of this website / ...

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eLanka Newsletter – 07th August 2022 – 2nd Edition Sri Lankans in Australia Click here or on the image below to read this week’s elanka Newsletter “PONDERISMS” – by Des Kelly A young girl from Sri Lankan second generation in Australia ends up being famous actress on Sri Lankan TV SRI LANKA NEWS – JULY 2022 Sulochana Weerasinghe a thespian award winning actress having conquered the stage ,mini and silver screens in a relatively short period with recognition from foreign nations too – by Sunil Thenabadu Ceylon Tea named as Official Tea Supplier for Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games Two Books, Two Backstories – By GEORGE BRAINE FIRST JET AIRCRAFT TO LAND IN SRI LANKA Compiled – By Gp Capt Kumar Kirinde, SLAF (Retd) Transformation of Galle Face green by Dr Harold Gunatillake Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo 117 05 08 2022 “Kota Vehera” – commemoration of a royal birth – By ...

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eLanka Newsletter 07th August 2022 – 2nd Edition Sri Lankans in Australia Click here or on the image below to read this week’s elanka Newsletter “ANIMAL ANTICS” – by Des Kelly – (Editor-in-Chief) e’Lanka. A young girl from Sri Lankan second generation in Australia ends up being famous actress on Sri Lankan TV SRI LANKA NEWS (JULY 2022) Compiled by Victor Melder Sulochana Weerasinghe a thespian award winning actress having conquered the stage ,mini and silver screens in a relatively short period with recognition from foreign nations too – by Sunil Thenabadu Ceylon Tea named as Official Tea Supplier for Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games Two Books, Two Backstories – By GEORGE BRAINE FIRST JET AIRCRAFT TO LAND IN SRI LANKA Compiled – By Gp Capt Kumar Kirinde, SLAF (Retd) Transformation of Galle Face green  by Dr Harold Gunatillake Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo 117 05 08 2022 “Kota Vehera” – commemoration ...

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Transformation of Galle Face green  by Dr Harold Gunatillake The promenade was initially laid out in 1859 by Governor Sir Henry George Ward,  although the original Galle Face Green extended over a much larger area than is seen today.  The Galle Face Green was initially used for horse racing and as a golf course but was also  used for cricket, polo, football, tennis, and rugby.   The Dutch initially laid out the Galle Face Green to enable their cannons to a strategic line of  fire against the Portuguese. One version of how the name Galle Face is derived is that it is  from the original Dutch name for the fortifications, in that the gateway which gave access to  the Colombo Fort was called the Gal Gate, as it faced southwards to Galle and faas means  front, so it means in front of the fortification that encountered toward Galle. Another version ...

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