Connaissance De Ceylon and Sri Lankan Airlines promotes Sri Lanka tourism in Melbourne. Such amazing evening to celebrate and experience a ‘Thema of Sri Lanka’ , srilanka tourism Sri Lankan Airlines Maxime Wickramasinghe Huge congratulations to Johann Dias Jayasinha and David to make event grand success. Thrilled to meet and greet with Cricket Victoria  CEO and who well connected with cricket. Please enjoy Some Highlights  Connaissance De Ceylon and Sri Lankan Airlines promotes Sri Lanka tourism in Melbourne. Over Seventy-five Australians joined the presentation evening at Upali’s restaurant in Melbourne who look forward to traveling to Sri Lanka in the next 12 months. Join the evening Mr Richard Welch MP, Cricket Australia CEO Mr Nick Hockley, leading business people and sports organisations from Victoria and other group travellers attended the evening. The exclusive tourism promotion in Melbourne for Connaissance De Ceylon and Sri Lankan Airlines was organised by Johann Jayasinha ...

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Mirage returned to Australia and reminded their fans that they are not a spent force. Actually far from it – by Trevine Rodrigo (eLanka – Melbourne) The popular Sri Lankan band was here at the invitation of Bertie and Frank Ekanaike for a Valentine’s day dinner dance at the Grand on Princes in aid of their old school, St. John’s College Nugegoda in Sri Lanka.  Donald Pieries, Benjy Ranabahu , Manilal Perera and the new faces on the line-up were a treat to watch as they reeled off a wide repertoire of music that had dance goers in awe at their versatility.  Their vast experience in the music industry over several decades was very evident as they blended with the new additions to give off a polished performance.  Mirage was recently in the Seychelles Islands wowing crowds over there and their popularity has opened several doors for a return to that ...

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VERSATILE ACTRESS MRS SRI LANKA MAHESHI MIGRATES TO DUBAI WITH FIRST CAPTAIN IN UAE AIRLINES SAMPATH DISSANAYAKE – By Sunil Thenabadu The characteristics of any actress is charisma, commitment, hard work, confidence, intelligence, high level of imagination, understanding of human behaviour and to have energy levels. The personal quality of a person requires to become an actress is a question that lingers on people’s minds. The question whether great actors and actresses are born or made has been debated by many people over the years.In this sense Maheshi who loved to be an actress without any hereditary affiliations has come to the apex in the field via sheer perseverance. Herath Mudiyanselage Maheshi Madushanka Kumari is the only child to her parents. Maheshi was born in Kurunegala had added that the name Maheshi was suggested by her mother while Madushanka by her father and grandmother. Born on 27th October 1993.her father is a businessman ...

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Three Muscateers In Canada Play Pivotal Role at Connection 55 Silver Jubilee Dance on Friday Sep 22 2023 – By Perry & Yas Just two months after the Muscateers in Canada  joined an Impromptu SLAMAT Bash on July 21 2023  which was rocked by Hussain Jayah an Ex Sri Lankan Airlines Country Manager Oman as reported in E-lanka Newsletter of August 4 2023 https://www.elanka.com.au/muscateers-in-canada-private-gathering-by-the-malay-fraternity-on-friday-july-21-2023-in-scarborough-2/  Three Muscateers in Canada played a Pivotal role at the Talk of the Town Sold out Event of the Connections 55 Silver Jubilee Gala Dance on Friday September 22 2023. Having lived in North York from 1999 to 2006, Yas & I patronized the then Connection 55 Dances where many enjoyed the music of the versatile D J Rohan Weerasinghe. Since moving to Mississauga, we took a break to attend the Annual Dances till we were motivated by Drehan Garth at the Starlight Dance to attend ...

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Sri Lanka Association of NSW Inc The 50th Golden Jubilee Winter Ball 2023 – Photos thanks to RoyGrafix The Sri Lanka Association of NSW Inc celebrated its 50th Anniversary Golden Jubilee Winter Ball on Saturday the 29th of July at the Ballroom of the Sofitel Wentworth Sydney in grand style in the presence of 300 guests, a veritable who’s who of the Sri Lankan community in Sydney. Messages wishing the Association for the occasion, were received from His Excellency the President of Sri Lanka Ranil Wickremasinghe, The Premier of New South Wales, Hon Chris Minns MP and the Federal Minister for Immigration, Citizenship & Multicultural Affairs Hon Andrew Giles MP. Special Guests who graced the occasion were the Minister for Multicultural affairs, Lands, Property, Business and Sports Hon Stephen Kamper MP representing the Premier of NSW Hon Chris Minns, and Mrs. Chitrangani Wagiswara High Commissioner for Sri Lanka in Australia ...

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Kaleidoscope with Savithri Rodrigo 149 17 03 2023 It’s Friday and we are here with a look at what’s new, what’s hot and what’s cool! Today on Kaleidoscope – our IWD special is about the all-female Venus United that goes on the boards at the Lionel Wendt today and tomorrow, an all-female crew at SriLankan Airlines takes to the skies, workplace gender bias that’s both conscious and unconscious, plus an 8 month review on The Pethiyagoda Pages where Sri Lankans never fail to miss an opportunity to miss an opportunity, the most popular dog breed will surprise you, birds of paradise will awe you, un-kangaraooing Nikes following the Puma decision, fashion Oscars stealing the awards & economic vignettes top the show.  Enjoy, Have a super weekend Savithri ...

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Sri Lanka is Safe, Beautiful, and Ready to Welcome Travelers Again: An insiders look Get an insider’s look at the Sri Lankan Airlines Global Sales Conference in Sigiriya, Sri Lanka, where we interview sales representatives and hear firsthand how they believe Sri Lanka is safe, beautiful, and ready to open its doors again to travelers from around the world. With its stunning natural beauty, rich culture, and friendly locals, Sri Lanka is the perfect destination for your next vacation. Learn more about this amazing country and why the experts at Sri Lankan Airlines are excited to welcome travelers back. ...

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Official report on UL504 filed, report confirms possible collision avoided Source:Dailymirror An official report on the possible mid-air collision avoided by UL 504 has been filed by the crew upon their return to the BIA yesterday which has confirmed that due to the vigilance and action taken by the crew, they had managed to avert one of the worst mid-air collisions. Sri Lankan Airlines however seem to be unaware of this report filed by its own crew and have released a statement saying UL 504 was not at risk of a mid-air collision with another aircraft at any point, despite their official document confirming it. Sri Lankan Airlines clearly seem to be misleading the public at this point or simply are unaware of the official mandatory documents filed by their own staff. While it is confirmed that the vigilance and quick decision-making by the pilot and crew avoided this mid-air collision, ...

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First cut is the deepest! – By Aubrey Joachim   The magician has spoken. However, he did not pull any rabbits out of a hat. Instead he slashed the body of the damsel (in distress). Is it an illusion or will he be able to put her back and will she rise out of the façade? The newly appointed Prime Minister has spoken to the nation. The message was crisp, clear and succinct. The situation is grave. The patient is on life support. Sri Lankans will face hardships that they have never faced in their lives over the next few months. The stages of recovery will take time. If the patient comes out of life support it will progress through intensive care, critical care and a long period of hospitalisation before some modicum of recovery happens. A mere few months of hardships is the height of optimism. It seems more ...

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MADHAVEE POSSESSES ALL TRAITS OF A VOCAL SINGER AND ACTRESS ON ROUTE TO PINNACLE OF FAME – by Sunil Thenabadu Source:info-rain Predominantly the traits of virtuous singer are that he or she should possess a ‘voice trained’ vocal voice ,love for music, self-confidence, commitment, patience, determination also the ability to deal with criticism and rejection. All these characteristics are possessed by Madhavee Wathsala Anthony who sings in more than one specific musical genre. It needs to be emphasized that Madhavee has inherited singing affiliations from both parents of course possessing innate talent for her achievements in the music arena and acting.  She was born as Coganige Madhavee Wathsala Anthony on August 6th 1988.Apart from her achievements in singing she had been acclaimed, also as an competent. dancer, model, actress, television host, also a dubbing artiste. Her primary and secondary education had been at Alma Maters  Holy Cross College, ordinary level at Holy Family ...

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