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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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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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Sinhala & Tamil Avurudu (New Year) Celebrations at Walawwa – Breakout from Lockdown! – By Trevine Rodrigo in Melbourne Sinhala & Tamil Avurudda with a classy array of special events, fabulous cuisine and a mix of politicians and celebrities was the highlight of this year’s Walawwa festivities. The breakout from lockdown last year could not have been more emphatic as Melburnians flocked in large numbers to usher in the traditional Sri Lankan celebrations of Sinhala and Tamil New year and they partied with gusto returning the event to near normalcy in prevailing Covid-19 restrictions. Walawwa owners Nash Samarakoon and Shehan Wijewardena spearheaded a well knit team that organised and executed a well orchestrated afternoon program that included the selection of Avuruddu Kumari and Kumaraya. Traditional events for kids and the younger generation was also a feature providing family entertainment and an all round good time. The smorgasbord lunch on offer ...

Apr 21, 2021 Posted by In Articles, Photos, Trevine Rodrigo Tagged , , , , , ,
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