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Richard Heyn – majestic batsman and free spirit-By Lawrence Heyn The 1962 St. Peter’s College cricket team (Standing from left): D. Pararaswaram, Clifford Bartlett, Franklyn Bowen, Rohan Abeysundera, Kevin Ruberu, Ravi Fernando, Christopher Harridge, Adithya de Silva (Seated from left): David Heyn, Maurice Deckker, Richard Heyn, Fr. Rufus Benedict (Prefect of Games), Tyrone le Mercier, Tissa Jayaweera, Travice Fernando Source:Sundaytimes “Richard Heyn, the Peterite captain, brimming with confidence, walked to the wicket whistling and twirling his bat.” That is how the Royal College cricket captain of 1962, Darrell Lieversz, painted a vivid picture of a moment in an inter-school match between Royal and St. Peter’s in his blog, My Most Memorable Game of Cricket 1962. Those words encapsulate the cavalier and free-spirited Richard Heyn, who died on Wednesday, April 3, in Virginia, United States, at the age of 81. He was ill for some time. In 1962, the tall and ...

Apr 10, 2024 Posted by In Articles Tagged , , , , , , , ,
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eLanka Newsletter – 27th November 2022 – 7th Edition Sri Lankans in Australia Click here or on the image below to read this week’s elanka Newsletter THE GOVERNOR’S LOVER – by Des Kelly Photos from the The Ceylon Society of Australia – 25th Annual General Meeting and Social held on Saturday 19th Nov 2022 (Sydney event) – Photos thanks to Mahal Selvadurai. Afganistan conquer the hills of Pallekelle – BY TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE (eLanka Sports editor) Sri Lanka’s Advocata Institute Wins 2022 Templeton Freedom Award PUNYA HEENDENIYA PERHAPS THE MOST ACCLAIMED CLARITY ACTRESS IN THE ARCHIVES OF SINHALA FILMS IDEAL TO PORTRAY ANY PROTAGONIST – by Sunil Thenabadu Sri Lanka for tomorrow – By Dr Harold Gunatillake A TRUE AND GREAT STORY & A BEAUTIFUL VOICE – HE RAISED ME UP – By Lawrence Machado More Photos from the The Ceylon Society of Australia AGM & Social – Photos ...

Nov 27, 2022 Posted by In Articles, eLanka Newsletters Tagged , , , , , ,
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eLanka Newsletter – 23th November 2022 – 6th Edition Sri Lankans in Australia Click here or on the image below to read this week’s elanka Newsletter “Greatest Test-Batsmen of all time” – by Des Kelly “HEADLINE NEWS” Sydney Warriors Bring 2022 STC Adelaide Rugby Trophy to Sydney for the First Time Ever. Central Bank of Sri Lanka – Bank Holidays for 2023 Date St Peters College Colombo Students Generosity for the Disadvantaged Village Community in Lanka Health & Views November 2nd issue – Dr Harold Gunatillake Blue Ocean Group acquires 60 per cent stake in Kelsey Development – By Hiran H.Senewiratne Winner of the Templeton Freedom Award By Capt Elmo Jayawardena Shakti – International Christmas Charity Bazzar (Sri Lanka – Colombo Event) – 4th December 2022 Obituary Notice – Rohan Abeysundera DR ROHANA WEERASINGHE HUMBLE UNASSUMING LEGENDARY MELODY KING FOR FILM, TELE DRAMA, STAGE PLAYS, THE WORD “NO’ NOT IN ...

Nov 23, 2022 Posted by In Articles, eLanka Newsletters Tagged , , , , , , ,
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Obituary Notice – Rohan Abeysundera Please be informed of the passing away of Rohan Abeysundera in Canberra.   Rohan was a proud product St Peters College, Colombo. Rohan was a former rugby captain in 1964. Later, he excelled as a cricketer and athlete to become an outstanding sportsman. Rohan continued his sporting journey beyond school, as he represented Sri Lanka Rugby, Upcountry and Dickoya (DMCC). Although he settled down in Kandy, Rohan made it a point to visit college regularly to witness rugby & cricket matches. He was a member of the pre 70’s group, and fondly called “Gentle Giant”. We as fellow Peterites, pass our deepest sympathies to the family members of Rohan. Please be informed of the funeral arrangements of Rohan Abeysundera. The Funeral Mass will be offered at; St. James the Apostle Church, 336 Derrimut Road, Hoppers Crossing on 29th November 2022 at 10.30am. At the conclusion of mass the burial service will ...

Nov 22, 2022 Posted by In Articles, Obituaries Tagged , , ,
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Hooker Mohan Balasuriya was a ruggerite par excellence-by Althaf Nawaz Source:Dailynews The Hooker is a key position in rugby. One should have immense talent to occupy this slot which plays a pivotal role in securing the ball from the ‘Pack’ to the back division to create scoring opportunities.Hooker Mohan Balasuriya was one of the great rugby players produced by Trinity College, Kandy, who stole the limelight in the rugby arena as a player locally and Internationally later turned out to be a top administrator serving in various capacities in the rugby fraternity. Mohan’s father was A. Balasuriya, a lecturer at the Teacher Training College, Uyanwatte. He was a cricketer who captained Education Department team to win the Daily News Trophy in the 1960’s and was a founder member of the Central Province Cricket Umpires Association, while his mother who was a a Teacher retired after serving as a Principal. ...

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