A campaign, launched in Brisbane this week, aims to collect computers and smart phones to be delivered to Sri Lanka to aid under-privileged schoolchildren continue their studies online. The appeal has been initiated by Asela Weerasinghe, a dedicated participant in fundraising and charity work run by the Federation of Sri Lankan Organisations of Queensland and …
The first shipment of hospital beds and accessories to be distributed to intensive care units in Sri Lanka left Brisbane on board a freighter on July 1. The first consignment, shipped in two containers, comprised 74 beds, 26 mattresses, 26 bedside cupboards and 140 crutches. This is the first of a campaign launched by the …
A $50.00 a head fundraising lunch for 50 guests hosted by Rena Henderling, in partnership with the Federation of Sri Lankan Organisations of Queensland, raised $3450.00 for the hospital beds appeal so generously supported by the Sri Lankan community in Brisbane. The buffet luncheon of hoppers and range of curries, held on June 27 at …
The wider Brisbane community has once again risen to the occasion to support the urgent appeal launched by the Federation of Sri Lankan Organisations of Queensland to cover shipping costs to send 350 hospital beds for critical patients in ICU wards in Sri Lanka. The appeal was initiated following a plea from Sri Lankan doctors, …
May 18: Arrangements have been made to import a further 21,000 oxygen cylinders that the Health Ministry estimates will be needed to treat COVID-19 patients in the country, the Presidential Task Force on Economic Revival and Poverty Eradication said. According to Health Ministry estimates, Sri Lanka is expected to require 2000 4-litre oxygen cylinders, 10,000 …
Member organisations of the FSOQ have banded together to launch an appeal for the delivery of much-needed hospital beds for critical patients in COVID-19 ICU wards in Sri Lanka’s hospitals. Doctors in Sri Lanka have said there was a critical shortage, and in response the FSOQ has secured 350 electrically operated hospital beds from Queensland …
Sixteen Sri Lankan ex-servicemen marched alongside their Anzac mates at the RSL Kenmore/Moggill branch’s Anzac Day ceremony at Brookfield showgrounds on Sunday. According to organisers, more than 8000 people attended the service. Admiral Travis Sinniah (Retired), the 21st Commander of the Sri Lanka Navy, laid a wreath at the war memorial on behalf of the Sri Lankan …
Crowning of the Avurudu Kumari and Kumara was one of the highlights of the traditional Sri Lanka New Year celebrations held by the Sri Lanka Society of Queensland on Saturday, April 24. Shyamali Malawaraarachchi was named the Avurudu Kumari while the Kumara title was claimed by Alfred Walapuluwa. The Jindalee Bowls Club was packed to …
Sri Sumangala College Old Boys were crowned Carnival of Cricket champions at the Sri Lanka Sports Association’s 6th annual event held on April 10 and 11 at Camp Hill. The tournament was keenly contested, with Sri Sumangala defeating Dharmaraja College by 14 runs in the final. Some matches went down to the wire, with Sri …
Anton Swan has extended his heartfelt thanks to the Sri Lankan Brisbane community for their presence at a gala function tonight in honour of him receiving the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM). The felicitation dinner was attended by 124 guests at the Jindalee Bowls Club. The night’s program included traditional lighting of the …
The Sri Lanka Society of Queensland will hold New Year festivities at the Jindalee Bowls Club on April 24. The Sinhala Association celebrations were held at the Mt Crosby Showground on Sunday, April 18. The Sinhalese and Tamil New Year was observed on Wednesday, April 14. The Avurudu festivities will include traditional food, Rasa Kavili, …
A cultural performance from dancers and musicians from the Sri Lanka Dance Foundation enthralled guests at the annual Christmas dinner of the Consular Corps of Queensland. The dinner, at City Hall, Brisbane, was hosted by the Dean of the Corps, Honorary Consul for Sri Lanka in Queensland Anton Swan, and the dance troupe was organised …
Sri Lanka Day a roaring success as crowds savour a feast of culture and culinary fare
Remembrance, unity and shared history features of Anzac Day ceremony
Sri Lanka Day on August 31
FSOQ plans for busy 2025 with election of office-bearers and project teams
Federation gains a voice at government community round table meetings
Women’s forum has wide focus on community needs
Sunshine, fine food and cultural treats for record crowd at Sri Lanka Day 2024
New women’s forum will support and enhance Lankan women’s development in Queensland
Lord Mayor Schrinner commends Anton Swan’s 30-year commitment to Sri Lankan community
Sri Lanka Day will be held on September 15 at Rocks Riverside Park
Anzac Day commitment praised
Lankan ex-servicemen will march with RSL members at Brookfield Anzac Day parade
Federation elects management committee
Sri Lanka Day a roaring success as crowds savour a feast of culture and culinary fare
Remembrance, unity and shared history features of Anzac Day ceremony
Sri Lanka Day on August 31
FSOQ plans for busy 2025 with election of office-bearers and project teams
Federation gains a voice at government community round table meetings
Women’s forum has wide focus on community needs
Sunshine, fine food and cultural treats for record crowd at Sri Lanka Day 2024
New women’s forum will support and enhance Lankan women’s development in Queensland
Lord Mayor Schrinner commends Anton Swan’s 30-year commitment to Sri Lankan community
Sri Lanka Day will be held on September 15 at Rocks Riverside Park
Anzac Day commitment praised
Lankan ex-servicemen will march with RSL members at Brookfield Anzac Day parade
Federation elects management committee