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Combined Schools, a Grand night of superb entertainment – by Trevine Rodrigo (Melbourne) Melbourne erupted into a Covid free musical spectacular as the Grand on Cathies Lane in Wantirna came alive at the Combined Schools Dinner dance that brought back the days of pure entertainment, missing for a while, due to restrictions,  over the past two years.  A galaxy of local talent brought together by highly-energised Esric Jackson and a handpicked bunch of musicians, gave music starved Melburnians a night of superb music matched by a classy cuisine usually associated with the Grand, in a night to remember.  According to Esric, ” Not one person left the Grand without paying  glowing compliments about what a fantastic night they had”.  And the Grand Receptions led by Jude de Silva spared no pain to make the venue showcase why it is the ultimate choice for grand functions. Three of Melbourne’s best bands,  ...

Apr 11, 2022 Posted by In Articles, Trevine Rodrigo Tagged , , ,
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The Walawwa comes alive for Moomba as Melbourne gets back to normal activity – by Trevine Rodrigo Come Together and guest band Replay 6 had the packed house rekindling their lost freedom on the dance floor. The smorgasbord was absolutely top class making the night memorable. The event organised by Esric Jackson with Nash Samarakoon and Shehan Wijewardena of the Walawwa, raised $500 from the raffle draw. The funds will be channelled to the struggling music industry in Sri Lanka.         ...

Mar 14, 2022 Posted by In Articles, Trevine Rodrigo Tagged , ,
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Festive season looking good Source:Island …Down Under While health authorities, here, paint a rather bleak picture of the local scene, in the leadup to the festive period, Sri Lankans, Down Under, are gearing themselves up to enjoy the festive action…or will Omicron be a spoiler! Trevine Rodrigo, generally referred to as the man-about-town, in Melbourne, has this to say about the forthcoming activities… Fun loving Melburnians, who have been starved of interaction and entertainment, over the past two years, due to Covid restrictions, can look forward to a brighter New Year, and a hope for better things in ’22. The effects of the crippling pandemic have had an adverse effect on millions of outgoing people. So much so, that there is an evident split in the reaction to it. Not all are in the mindset of going out, anymore, while others are going berserk, enjoying the new freedom that has ...

Dec 2, 2021 Posted by In Articles Tagged , ,
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Melbourne erupts with a frenzied rush to ’22 – by Trevine Rodrigo Fun loving Melburnians who have been starved of interaction and entertainment over the past two years due to Covid restrictions can look forward to a brighter New Year and a hope for better things in ’22.  And, they have erupted into action like excited animals set free to roam once more. The effects of the crippling pandemic which brought the world to its knees has had an adverse effect on millions of outgoing people. So much so that there is an evident split in the reaction to it. Not all are in the mindset of going out anymore while others are going berserk enjoying the new freedom that has now opened up. Sr Lankan expats who have endured the longest lockdown in the world in Melbourne are breathing a sigh of relief that this year will be a much more close to norm event unlike last ...

Nov 20, 2021 Posted by In Articles, Trevine Rodrigo Tagged , , , , ,
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Sandra Jackson – Memories are made of this – FROM TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE If memories are measured by those hurriedly departing this world for heavenly refuge, the consequence from the untimely demise of Sandra Jackson has not registered this yet in the hearts, minds and perspective of many. A year has lapsed, and many of us are yet in shock and denial that the Queen of Sri Lanka’s music scene in Australia has left us forever, and baffling as it is, she’s left a void that will sadly, never be filled. Yes, its already a year since Sandra Jackson took her earthly presence away from this world to join the choir of angels in Heaven but her memory lingers on although the reality and her lack of physical presence is now slowly sinking in. The much-loved singer/ entertainer left a lingering image of a larrikin performer for her sexy ...

May 31, 2019 Posted by In Articles, Trevine Rodrigo Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , Comments 0
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Whispering Hope Christmas luncheon at Menzies Hall in Dandenong North with Esric Jackson and No Limit – Photos thanks to Trevine Rodrigo Click here or on the photos below to view the full album on eLanka Facebook page     ...

Jan 14, 2019 Posted by In Articles, Photos, Trevine Rodrigo Tagged , , , Comments 0
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Sandra Jackson plucked away in her prime – BY TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE Plucked away in the prime of her life through a cruel twist of fate, the power packed voice of Sandra Jackson will resonate no more. Lead singer of Melbourne’s top band Replay 6 and leader of the band for many decades, Sandra Jackson left this world suddenly after a short battle with lung issues later compounded by the discovery of blockages to her arteries which left the medical staff at the Alfred Hospital in Melbourne with no recourse to save her life. Her sudden passing has sent shockwaves through the music industry in Australia, Sri Lanka and throughout the world of musicians who knew of her fantastic talent and endeared her for it and her ever availability to nurture and promote aspiring artistes. The overwhelming response of shock and grief expressed at her passing on social media ...

Jul 1, 2018 Posted by In Articles, Trevine Rodrigo Tagged , , , , , , , , , , Comments 0
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