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Sri Lanka: Embracing a Vibrant Future – By Dr Harold Gunatillake Written by Dr Harold Gunatillake, a recipient of the Order of Australia, who is now settled in Sri Lanka. Imagine a Sri Lanka where the sun shines brightly on a land rich with opportunity and promise. As we look ahead, the possibilities for growth and revitalisation are endless. From nurturing our stunning landscapes to harnessing innovative technologies, Sri Lanka is poised to embark on an exciting journey toward a prosperous future. Let’s explore the potential that awaits and build a brighter tomorrow for all! In 1956, I was a young intern doctor at the General Hospital in Colombo, residing at 123 Regent Street at the vicarage with Father Basil Jayawardena, the vicar of St. Paul’s Church on Kinsey Road in Punchi Borella. When SWRD won the election by a significant majority, leaving only five seats for the UNP, the ...

Dr. Harischandra Wijayatunga: Multifaceted colossal literary genius By Sunil Thenabadu in Brisbane “Few things are impossible to diligence and skill. Great works are performed not by strength, but by perseverance” – Dr. Samuel Johnson Dr. Wijayatunga Mudalige Harischandra Wijayatunga’s life truthfully reflects the authenticity of these lines. He is a revered mythical scholar, author, translator, lexicographer, teacher, lawyer, hela wadampathi, university lecturer and politician who have achieved numerous milestones of triumphs and accomplishments. He is the compiler of the Practical Sinhala Dictionary (1982) and Gunasena Great Sinhala Dictionary, which are considered as the most comprehensive Sinhala-Sinhala dictionaries to date. Besides compiling these voluminous works of over 2000 pages, he also proposed scientific ideas to standardise the Sinhala alphabet. At present he is the leader of Sinhalaye Mahasammatha Bhoomiputra Party. During the presidential elections of 1994 and 1999, he was the candidate of that party for this high office. Born on ...