Institution of Engineers Sri Lanka Archives

“Lessons Learnt in Flood Mitigation – Australian and Sri Lankan Perspectives – By Dr Chanaka Abeysingha Source : Qld Sri Lankan Newsletter – Dæhæna – December 2022 The Institution of Engineers Sri Lanka (IESL) Queensland Chapter and Sabaragamuwa Chapter jointly hosted its 15th Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activity on Sunday, 25th September 2022 as a webinar. The presentation was delivered online by an expert panel: • Dr. Prasanna Egodawatta – Senior Lecturer in Water/Environmental Engineering at the Queensland University of Technology. • Dr Sharmil Markar – Managing Director of WRM Water & Environment, a Brisbane-based specialist water resources consultancy. • Prof. K.D.W. Nandalal – Senior Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of Peradeniya. • Eng. S.P.C. Sugeeshwara – current Director of Irrigation (Hydrology and Disaster Management) of the Irrigation Department of Sri Lanka. The seminar provided insight into : • Floods in Australia: frequency, severity , damage ...

IESL QLD Chapter: Meet N’ Chat Source:Brisbane 4EB Sri Lankan Newsletter – Dæhæna – December 2021 Institution of Engineers Sri Lanka Queensland Chapter (IESL QLDChapter) held their family get together on 31 October 2021 at Rocks Riverside Park, Seventeen Mile Rocks. Bringing together the families, well-wishers and supporters of the Chapter, the event “Meet N’Chat” was well attended with approximately sixty-five participants. Among the several objectives of holding this event, the priority was creating a platform to network It was a memorable gathering for everyone in a friendly atmosphere with members being recognised at this event for their achievements. During a four-hour window a deliciously prepared BBQ was served and a raffle draw conducted awarding three prizes. An informal agenda permitted the attendees to intermingle and network amidst an exchange of old anecdotes and laughter. The day’s activities catered to all age groups and were conducted in strict compliance with ...