Sri Lanka Independence Day Celebrations in Sydney Australia on 04th February 2024 The 76th Independence Day of Sri Lanka was celebrated by the Sri Lanka Association of NSW Inc (SLA) and the Sinhalese Cultural Forum (SCF) with the active participation of Sinhalese, Tamil, Muslim, Malay, and Burgher communities on 4th February 2024 at the Roselea Community Centre, Sydney. In the absence of the Sri Lanka Consulate in Sydney, which was closed in 2022, the SLA and SCF took upon the task of celebrating Sri Lanka’s National Day in an elegant and grand event graced by a large gathering of Sri Lankans from all ethnicities and well-wishers and dignitaries from the wider Australian community. A highlight of the event was the blessings from the invited religious dignitaries from the four major religions Buddhism, Hinduism, Christianity, and Islam practised in Sri Lanka for a prosperous and united Sri Lanka. The Independence Day ...
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Seventy Sixth Anniversary of Independence of Sri Lanka is celebrated in Melbourne – Photos by Johann Jayasinha (SNNI) Australia The Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Melbourne, along with the Sri Lankan Community in Melbourne organized a grand ceremony to celebrate the 76th Anniversary of Independence of Sri Lanka on 04th February, 2024 at the Box Hill Town Hall. Chief Guest Hon. Gabrielle Williams, Minister for Government Services, Minister for Consumer Affairs, Minister for Public and Active Transport, Hon. John Pesutto, Leader of Opposition and Ms. Cassandra Fernando, Federal Member for Holt, spoke on the occasion. All of them highlighted and congratulated Sri Lanka on its progress over the past years, and recognized the importance of friendly relations between Victoria and Sri Lanka. The speakers also recognized the important contributions of the Sri Lankan community in Melbourne. Guests also included former and present members of Victorian Parliament, Deputy Chairperson and ...
76th Independance Day Celebrations held in Toronto – Photos thanks to Noor Rahim 76th Independance Day Celebrations held in Toronto; and elaborately and meticulously arranged and produced by H.E Mr. Thushara Rodrigo, Consul General, his staff and the many Volunteers & Sponsors that made it a wonderful and colourful event. They are very worthy of praise without doubt. All kudos & thanks to them. Of course, the participants deserve much credit/praise for their very wonderful performances which kept the audience spell bound – A very big thank you. Please see the attached photographs of the proof & quality of the performers and the organizers including the Sound System and Graphics which were excellent. Please click here to visit eLanka facebook page to view the full set of photos ...
Audrey’s 100th birthday – by Trevine Rodrigo (eLanka – Melbourne) A memorable afternoon at the Village Green hotel in Glen Waverley celebrating aunty Audrey’s 100th birthday. An appreciative crowd of around 100 family and close friends gathered to celebrate this remarkable lady’s magical milestone at a well coordinated party. She looked radiant and as switched on as any of us, taking in the atmosphere well within her stride. Aunty Audrey is my late dad Justin Rodrigo’s cousin, and her longevity has everything to to with a positive mindset and attitude, combined with a strong belief in God. She also possesses a sharp mind that brings success in all she undertakes. She has been a livewire in the fields of management and other projects both here in Australia and in her native country, Sri Lanka. She lived most of her life in the hilly climes of Nuwara Eliya, Nawalapitiya and Kandy. ...
Australia Day Celebrations at Many Little Bar & Dining supports FOG’s Plates of Goodness, at Red Hill, Mornington Peninsula. Please click here to visit eLanka facebook page to view the full set of photos ...
A sellout crowd feasted on Sri Lankan Hoppers and a fabulous Asian smorgasbord dinner at the Springvale RSL – by Trevine Rodrigo (eLanka) A sellout crowd feasted on Sri Lankan Hoppers and a fabulous Asian smorgasbord dinner at the Springvale RSL. Chef John Fernando proved once again what a huge draw Sri Lankan cuisine is, and at a very generous price per head. Popular crooner Elmo Wells-Jansz was an added attraction to the sumptuous dinner making the night complete. Please click here to visit eLanka facebook page to view the full set of photos ...
Inauguration of Nimal Dias Jayasinha Administrative Enclave at SSC Sri Lanka Nimal Dias Jayasinha, Lifetime Trustee, Vice President and a Past Hon. Secretary of the SSC , Former Sri Lankan cricketers, SSC members and others participated in this event. Phto Source: thanks to Sports Pavilion .LK Please click here to visit eLanka facebook page to view the full set of photos ...
31st night dinner dance organised by Bertie Ekanaike and the VOC at the Grand on Princes in Mulgrave, Melbourne. Pics. By Trevine Rodrigo (eLanka) Please click here to visit eLanka facebook page to view the full set of photos ...
Sohan Weerasinghe and Jacko rock Walawwa with “Ebony” as a warm-up to the New Year – Coverage by SNNI and Johann Dias Jayasinha. Please click here to visit eLanka facebook page to view the full set of photos ...
Peterite Christmas Night 2023 / PRESS RELEASE St. Peter’s College OBU UK hosted their annual Christmas gathering, “Peterite Christmas Night 2023” at Nakshastra Hall in London. It was a fantastic and successful event! The fact that tickets sold out within two weeks of release and that over 300 guests attended speaks volumes about the popularity and enthusiasm for the occasion. The combination of Christmas carols, live music by the band “Solid,” and DJ Ashane surely created a lively and festive atmosphere. It’s heartwarming to hear that the Peterites and guests came together to sing carols, emphasizing the sense of community and shared joy. The presence of Santa Claus with surprises for over 50 kids and The Bubble Show for kids added a magical touch to the event, making it even more memorable for families and children. The collaboration with Whitton Caterers and Roistan Caterers for the food likely contributed to ...
