VACD Australia & Sri Lanka June 2024 Newsletter “Their Future in Our Hands” “When we give alms with our hearts, we give well” Dear friends, colleagues, supporters, and collaborative partners, Greetings to you, your families, loved ones, and colleagues from all of us at VACD. Observing Vesak at our VACD Badulla centre: Vesak is the most important festival observed by Buddhists as it commemorates the birth, enlightenment and passing of Gautama Buddha. Staff, parents, and children at our Dora Jeanne Centre in Badulla celebrated this event on Sunday, 26th May by attending a sermon delivered by the clergy followed by an alms giving. This VACD centre is being sponsored by Australia Deputy Chairman Greg Fendler, his wife Jenny and rest of the Fendler family. Wonderful Initiative at VACD Bandarawela: Parents, Staff and children from our Bandarawela centre organised an outdoor market on Wednesday, 29th May displaying and selling their home garden produce and handmade crafts ...
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Noel News Special Bulletin The philosophy of the rich versus the poor is this ; the rich invest their money and spend what’s left; the poor spend their money and invest what’s left. This is a special bulletin because I want to tell you about a webinar I’m doing next Thursday. But first, let’s start with an amazing story. The passbook that grew Image by Micheile Henderson on Unsplash Thirty-seven years ago I released Making Money Made Simple, a book which has transformed the lives of thousands of Australians, and been named one of the 100 most influential books of the 20th century. Even now, seldom a day passes when I don’t receive emails from people telling me how much that book changed their lives. As of today the book has sold over 2 million copies, and we’ve just released the 25th edition. The information is as relevant now as ...
Dr Siri Kannangara in Sydney: A Man for All Seasons Source:Thuppahis Pauline Gunewardene has led and marshalled the Ceylon Society of Australia in its Sydney base and HQ for several years with verve and determination. When she presents a TRIBUTE, as she does on this occasion for Dr Siri Kannangara, it is a Vale of A Tribute indeed. Vale Dr Siri Kannangara, AM. Truly a giant among men in his life of service. Truly a man to be mourned by all, as we do as an entire community, joined together in grieving for the passing of this man of boundless compassion for everyone, giving so generously of his services without limits, in the true spirit of helping his fellow humans on this path of life. May you attain the Supreme Bliss of Nibbana. ………… “To know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived, this is to have succeeded.” Ralph ...
Dr Wilfred S. E. Perera: Tutor & Guide Extraordinary … & Reaching 90-by Sudheera Uduwela Source:Thuppahis Sudheera Uduwela, in Daily News in 2013 …. now sent to Thuppahi by LK Hettiarachchi …. while the title is a Thuppahi Intervention Professor Wilfred S.E. Perera, our beloved guru and mentor and a leading light in the field of maternal and gynaecological care in Sri Lanka for well over four decades, celebrated his 90th birthday on June 15. The humble and unpretentious great man did so amongst his close-knit family, friends and grateful students, who cherish the privilege of being tutored by an extraordinary man of knowledge, talent, kindness and humility. The Prof had his primary education at St. Aloysius College, Galle. Both his parents were teachers and the ethics of hard work and discipline were instilled early in him and his siblings. His dedication for learning was such that, as he later recalled, when home lights were ...
Janashakthi Life Soars: Q1 Gross Written Premiums Up 44%, Profit Before Tax Grows 29% 17 th June 2024, Colombo: Janashakthi Life, one of Sri Lanka’s leading life insurers, reported stellar financial results for the first quarter of 2024, solidifying the company’s position for continued growth and stability. Janashakthi Life’s Gross Written Premium (GWP) growth surged by an impressive 44% in Q1 2024 compared to Q1 2023. This significant increase reflects the company’s successful market expansion and its ability to attract new customers. Additionally, other operating revenue soared by 22%, driven by the success of diversified income streams and strategic investments. The Profit Before Tax (PBT) for Q1 2024 also demonstrated robust performance, with a 29% increase over Q1 2023. This growth is indicative of the company’s effective operational strategies and sound financial management. A notable strategic decision by Janashakthi Life has been the eradication of realized gains, signalling a shift ...
Oil price: diverging forecasts on oil demand from two global giants – By Hemantha Yapa Abeywardena Source : oilfutures Data and Image: credit – IEA IEA (2024), Annual oil demand growth, 2011-2025, IEA, Paris The Paris-based International Energy Agency, IEA, put a damper yet again on the perceived demand for oil in 2024 and 2025, in stark contrast to that of the OPEC+, the Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries plus Russia. According to IEA’s latest report on the subject, released in June, 2024, the growth will be a fairly modest 960 kbpd – 960 thousand barrels per day in 2024; it is a drop of 100 kbpd from IEA’s own previous estimate. The IEA cites a weaker demand in China for the drop in demand in this year. China’s PMI, the key indicator that reflects the manufacturing activity, for instance, has been in decline for two successive months, even below the ...
Sri Lanka return home after win over Netherlands and plenty of soul searching to do. Fans disappointed at poor showing. – BY TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE. (eLanka Sports Editor). Redemption was small yet ineffectual from a Sri Lankan fan perspective, as the disappointment of another botched T20 World Cup campaign came to an end in the Caribbean. Sri Lanka set the record straight with the Netherlands who beat them in the warm up by crushing them by 88 runs in their final outing which also elevated them to third spot in the five nation group. It did nothing to avoid elimination. The furious backlash from Sri Lankan fans worldwide was deafening in the media, social media and all other communication platforms. But the response from the administrators at home was all excuses and refusal to accept accountability. Blaming others for the team’s dismal showing and deflecting the lack of preparation for ...
When you visit Tissamaharama (Tissa) – By Harold Gunatillake Website:www.Doctorharold.com Yala is home to majestic creatures— playful elephants, elusive leopards, and a symphony of bird calls. Each sighting is a heart-pounding moment, a pure and profound connection with nature.” “Welcome back, adventurers! Today, we’re embarking on a thrilling journey to the wild heart of Sri Lanka—Yala National Park, a sanctuary where the jungle meets the ocean, and Tissamaharama, a town steeped in history and the gateway to Yala’s wilderness.” Our journey from Kandy to Ella, via the Victoria Dam Road through Badulla, was pleasant. We found solace in the comfortable embrace of the Oak Ray Gap Hotel, where we spent a restful night. Our adventure begins with a scenic drive to Tissamaharama, affectionately known as Tissa. While some may overlook this town, it’s the perfect staging ground for our safari, offering a glimpse into the local life and culture.” As ...
Sri Lanka women stamp their authority in Windies rout. – By TREVINE RODRIGO IN MELBOURNE. (eLanka Sports Editor) Sri Lanka’s women restored some national pride with a dominant victory over the West Indies in the first one-dayer in Hambantota. Chamari Athapaththu’s rising stars continued their climb in the world game while taking the heat off their male counterparts who are heading home after achieving the worst World Cup appearance in their history. Sri Lanka’s women have shown a sharp spike in their progress as they now pose a threat to the heavyweights, with wins over England New Zealand and South Africa away which is the best by any team in their short history. Winning the toss and putting the Windies in, Chamari Athapaththu’s team went to work on containing the scoreboard, and they did this to perfection. Improved fielding backed a accurate pace/ spin attack had the West Indies in ...
Bamboo the Untapped GOLD mine in Sri Lanka – By Dinnerli Fernando Do you know that bamboo has the potential to become a major source of income for many people in developing countries? That’s right ! Bamboo is a versatile material that can be used to create various products, from furniture, paper, and flooring to construction, clothing and more. Moreover, since Bamboo is a sustainable resource as its plants fully mature in four years, it is a lucrative material for industry. Bamboo is quickly becoming one of the most popular materials for home décor and construction since it has benefits over traditional material such as steel and timber. With its lower carbon footprint, strength and durability, with treatment its products can last for over 30 years. The challenges in promoting Bamboo cultivation in Sri Lanka is that it identifies Bamboo as a tree which requires a license to transport and ...
