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Former Wallaby Stirling Mortlock’s Lankan Rupee winner – By Trevine Rodrigo in Melbourne Source : pressreader Former Australian Wallabies skipper Stirling Mortlock has always had a knack for finding his way to the try line either by deception or sheer determination. But his other talent is the ability to pick a winner from nothing much like his illustrious Rugby exploits when he came up with an unlikely winner picking ‘Lankan Rupee’ on Oaks Day at the Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival much to the delight of his Sri Lankan mate at the Melbourne Rebels, Rugby convener, Hish Fernando. Mortlock is an open admirer of Sri Lanka, its people and hospitality and its talent in rugby which he savoured recently for the first time during a visit to the Island for the Carlton Rugby Sevens with other officials from the Melbourne Rebels. The former Rebels Captain and now board member of Australia’s newest ...

Dec 30, 2022 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Trevine Rodrigo Tagged Australian Wallabies skipper, Melbourne, Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival, Sri Lanka

The launch of Sri Lanka Rugby legends, took off at the Walawwa in Melbourne – By Trevine Rodrigo The launch of Sri Lanka Rugby legends, took off at the Walawwa in Melbourne. The new concept of ex rugby players from all clubs in Sri Lanka is a refreshing idea and the brainchild of Shehan Wijewardena of the Walawwa an ex CH &FC and CR &FC player . The initial get together featured some absolute legends of the calibre of Lorenz Pereira, Noel Brohier, Reggie Bartholomews and several other former stars. It has the makings of a great idea that gives birth to a gathering of a fraternity that provided Sri Lanka with entertainment on and off the rugby field. Kelvin and Vanessa Speldewinde and their band Pressure Drop provided the entertainment. Kelvin Speldewinde was himself a former star turning out for Havelock’s as a speedy winger and Sri Lanka Colts ...

Dec 18, 2022 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Trevine Rodrigo Tagged calibre of Lorenz Pereira, CH &FC, Melbourne, Noel Brohier, Reggie Bartholomews, Shehan Wijewardena, Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka Colts player, Sri Lanka Rugby legends

Peter de Niese on Golden Days Radio, Melbourne program presented by PRUDENCE VERNALL ...

Oct 6, 2022 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Melbourne, PETER de NIESE, Radio, RUDENCE VERNALL

Biloela Tamil asylum seeker family set to return to town after election result – By Tobi Loftus Source:abc.net.au Supporters of a central Queensland Tamil asylum seeker family say they are hopeful the family are just weeks away from returning home. Labor promised during the campaign that if it won the election the Nadesalingam family would be allowed to return home to Biloela. Family friend Angela Fredericks said there was “so much relief” among the Home2Bilo campaigners after Labor’s election win. “I honestly don’t think I can find the words to explain it,” Ms Fredericks said. “There is so much excitement, so much relief and exuberance. It has all been worth it. “I think at the end of the day we have shown Australia that love, and humanity can win and community can win.” Just over four years ago the Nadesalingam family, also known as the Murugappan family, were removed from their home ...

May 23, 2022 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged adesalingam family, Angela Fredericks, Australia, Christmas Island, Federal Circuit Court, Melbourne, Murugappan family, Scott Morrison, Sri Lanka

SriLankan Airlines Adds A Record Number Of Sydney & Melbourne Flights – BY JAMES PEARSON SriLankan Airlines is expanding its Australia offer, with Melbourne rising to 1x daily and Sydney to 5x weekly. Source:simpleflying SriLankan Airlines has added flights to Melbourne and Sydney. As such, it has more flights Down Under this northern summer (winter in Australia) than ever before. It has 722 round trip services (214,000 seats), up by 72% over the previous record in 2019. SriLankan increases Australia As the state of Victoria is home to Australia’s largest Sri Lankan community, it is no surprise that Melbourne, the state’s capital, has the most flights. Nor that it was the first Australian city to be served when the carrier returned to the country in 2017. From May 7th, Melbourne will have a 1x daily service, returning the route to the same frequency it had until early 2020. New South Wales has ...

Apr 30, 2022 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Adelaide, Bangalore, Chennai., DELHI, Melbourne, Mumbai, Sri Lankan population., SriLankan Airlines

Desmond De Silva – Keeping his memory alive the way he wanted us to! – By his wife Phyllis De Silva I know around the world there is a lot of grieving. Grieving for an Entertainer who gave his best … as was his mantra, “the show must go on”. To me, he was a devoted husband, whose happy place was by my side. In the evenings we would sit together in our home in Sydney with our dogs and a glass of red to watch repeats of our favorite sitcoms, his laugher filling my heart. He was always content. In his words, he had “found his happy place”. To my sons and their wives, he was just “Des” who had some quick one-liners and dad jokes that made them smile. They loved him for his kind and loving nature and his ability to make anyone and everyone feel welcome, ...

Jan 12, 2022 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Desmond De Silva, Melbourne, Monash hospital, Phyllis De Silva, Sydney

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 eLanka admin In Articles, Trevine Rodrigo Tagged Bertie Ekanaike, Cherrie Chamari, Esric Jackson, Melbourne, Nash Samarakoon, Shehan Wijewardene

Sri Lanka Tour of Australia 2022 ...

Nov 7, 2021 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Adelaide, Brisbane, Carrara, Melbourne, Sri Lanka Cricket, Sri Lanka Tour of Australia 2022, Sydney

Sandra Jackson – A Tribute – By Trevine Rodrigo (Melbourne) A heart rendering tribute entitled “Darling, this song is just for you”, to a wife, soulmate and devoted mum and grandma is Esric Jackson’s dedication to dearly departed wife Sandra who left this world in the prime of her colourful musical journey. It’s been three years since Sandra Jackson succumbed to Pulmonary Fibrosis and a life that brought joy to thousands of music fans here in Australia and around the world, a life that was tragically cut short. Sandra was instrumental in promoting and mentoring many budding musicians here in Australia and from overseas. And her own contribution, which was indelible, left many in awe at her power packed performances. She was renowned for her incredible version of Tina Turners hit “Simply the best ” which she was tagged to for most of her wonderful career. Esric had been dealing with his own ...

Jul 5, 2021 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles, Trevine Rodrigo Tagged Dr. Hook, Melbourne, Sandra Jackson, TREVINE RODRIGO

TRINITY-ANTONIAN OBA GAME IN MELBOURNE The annual Trinity-Antonian OBA cricket game was played yesterday at Sweeney Reserve, Narre Warren (Melbourne) amidst a good gathering. Although the game was keenly contested, it was played in the best spirits of sportsmanship. Congratulations to Trinity College for winning the two games, the open-game and over-40s encounter, with relative ease. They were too strong and too good for us on the day! Having been asked to play in both games due to player shortage, Lester Herathge didn’t disappoint us by top-scoring in both games. Alfar, Nuwan, Kavinda and Dom supported Lester well in the open game and Spencer, Sujith and Susantha did likewise in the over-40s. We were bolstered by a few youngsters and hope to get many more next year, to help us compete with the strong Trinity unit. Shanogeeth was outstanding for the Trinitians and was easily the best performer of the ...

Apr 4, 2021 Posted by eLanka admin In Articles Tagged Antonian OBA, Jack Robertson, Melbourne