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Engineers’ Night 2026 Brings New Zealand’s Sri Lankan Engineering Community Together in Auckland

Engineers’ Night 2026 Brings New Zealand’s Sri Lankan Engineering Community Together in Auckland Engineers’ Night 2026 will bring Sri Lankan engineers, their families and friends together in Auckland on Saturday, 10 October, for an evening focused on professional achievement, community connection and fellowship. The flagship annual event of the Institution of Engineers, Sri Lanka (IESL) New Zealand Chapter will take place at Remuera Golf Club from 6:30 PM NZDT. This year’s theme is Purple and Ivory, creating a distinctive setting for a night of entertainment, networking and celebration. The event is expected to welcome members of the Sri Lankan engineering community from across New Zealand, including established professionals, newly arrived migrants, students and families. Its three central themes are Celebrating Excellence, Connecting Engineers and Inspiring Tomorrow. A major event for Sri Lankan engineers in New Zealand The IESL New Zealand Chapter is the New Zealand chapter of the Institution of ...

TAIC Report: Air NZ Engine Fire Caused by Blade Crack Missed in Overhaul, Evacuation Took Too Long

TAIC Report: Air NZ Engine Fire Caused by Blade Crack Missed in Overhaul, Evacuation Took Too Long The photograph above, supplied with the original source article, shows Air New Zealand Link ATR 72-500 aircraft ZK-MCU at Auckland. It is included as an aircraft image and is not the ATR72 involved in the Wellington incident. A Transport Accident Investigation Commission (TAIC) report has found that an Air New Zealand ATR72 engine fire near Wellington in September 2024 was caused by a fatigue crack in a turbine blade that was missed during an overhaul carried out by the engine manufacturer less than four flying hours earlier. The aircraft landed safely, and no one was killed. However, the subsequent evacuation took two minutes and 51 seconds, almost twice the 90-second certification benchmark. TAIC said the incident highlighted two separate safety issues: the need for stronger quality assurance during engine overhauls and the importance ...

Sep 30, 2026 Posted by nzuser In Article Tagged Air New Zealand, Air New Zealand ATR72, Air NZ engine fire, Air NZ safety, aircraft engine failure, aircraft evacuation, ATR72-600 engine fire, aviation safety, carry-on baggage evacuation, engine overhaul, fatigue crack, New Zealand aviation, passenger safety, Pratt & Whitney Canada, TAIC report, turbine blade crack, Wellington aircraft incident

Supporting Children from Sri Lankan Migrant Families in New Zealand: An Early Childhood Teacher’s Guide

Supporting Children from Sri Lankan Migrant Families in New Zealand: An Early Childhood Teacher’s Guide For Sri Lankan families settling in New Zealand, starting early childhood education can bring excitement as well as uncertainty. Parents may wonder whether their child will settle into a new classroom, continue developing Sinhala or Tamil, understand a play-based curriculum and build a comfortable relationship with teachers. An article by Subashini Jayalath, published by ශ්‍රී LankaNZ (Sri LankaNZ) on 28 September 2026, addresses these concerns from the perspective of an experienced early childhood teacher. Writing from Invercargill, Subashini draws on more than 25 years of experience in language and education in Sri Lanka, Fiji and New Zealand. Her message is reassuring: children develop confidence when their identities, languages, relationships and family experiences are recognised as important parts of learning. 1. Will my child settle into the new classroom environment? Starting at an early childhood centre ...

Sep 28, 2026 Posted by nzuser In Article Tagged bilingual children New Zealand, children settling in New Zealand, early childhood education New Zealand, early childhood teachers, migrant children education, multicultural education New Zealand, play based learning New Zealand, Sinhala language children, Sri Lankan children New Zealand, Sri Lankan community New Zealand, Sri Lankan migrant families New Zealand, Sri Lankan parents New Zealand, Storypark Learning Stories, Tamil language children, Te Whāriki

Last of 2,000 Kauri Seedlings Planted in Auckland’s Waitākere Ranges in Hope of Beating Kauri Dieback

Last of 2,000 Kauri Seedlings Planted in Auckland’s Waitākere Ranges in Hope of Beating Kauri Dieback The original Newswire New Zealand photograph shows young kauri beside the Fairy Falls Track. Photograph: Newswire New Zealand. A new generation returns to the forest About 2,000 young kauri grown from seed collected from healthy parent trees have now been planted in Auckland’s Waitākere Ranges, offering a measured glimmer of hope in the fight against kauri dieback. The final seedlings were planted on Wednesday 23 September 2026. The project brings together Te Kawerau ā Maki, government scientists, Auckland Council and volunteers in a long-term effort to discover whether some kauri may have a natural ability to withstand the disease. The seedlings were raised from seed gathered from approximately 650 “mother” kauri. These trees were identified by scientists and iwi as healthy despite growing in a forest where kauri dieback is widespread. The scientific reasoning ...

Sep 27, 2026 Posted by nzuser In Article Tagged Auckland Council, Auckland Waitākere Ranges, conservation project, environmental conservation, forest conservation, kauri conservation, kauri dieback, kauri disease, kauri forest, kauri protection, kauri resistance, kauri seedlings, native forests, New Zealand community, New Zealand environment, New Zealand kauri trees, Phytophthora agathidicida, Sri Lankans in New Zealand, Te Kawerau ā Maki, Waitākere Ranges

Shehan Karunatilaka Partners with Education New Zealand to Inspire the Next Generation of Storytellers

Shehan Karunatilaka Partners with Education New Zealand to Inspire the Next Generation of Storytellers Shehan Karunatilaka. Photo credit: Newswire. Education New Zealand Manapou ki te Ao (ENZ) is partnering with Booker Prize-winning Sri Lankan author Shehan Karunatilaka at the Colombo International Book Fair from 25 September to 4 October 2026. The programme will bring together school and university students, aspiring writers, educators and readers for a series of literary engagements focused on storytelling, imagination and learning. It will also highlight the links between Sri Lankan literature, international education and the experiences of Sri Lankans who study, work and build creative careers overseas. Karunatilaka will take part in conversations with students, share insights into his writing journey and lead a special creative writing workshop for winners of the Education New Zealand Short Story Challenge. A celebrated Sri Lankan voice in global literature Shehan Karunatilaka is best known for The Seven Moons ...

Sep 23, 2026 Posted by nzuser In Article Tagged Booker Prize winner, Colombo book fair, Colombo International Book Fair 2026, creative writing workshop, Education New Zealand, Education New Zealand Short Story Challenge, international education, New Zealand education, Shehan Karunatilaka, Sri Lankan author, Sri Lankan diaspora, Sri Lankan literature, Sri Lankan Students, Sri Lankan writers, storytelling and creativity, The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida, young storytellers

Dunedin Sri Lankan Society Elects New Leadership to Expand Community Services

The Dunedin Sri Lankan Society (DSLS) has elected a new leadership team and announced plans to expand its support for Sri Lankan migrants, families and students in the Otago region. The Society held its fifth Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 7 June 2026 at the Sargood Centre in Dunedin. The formal meeting was followed by a dinner for members, providing an opportunity to recognise the Society’s progress and welcome its next phase of development. Dr Suranga Dassanayake, a founding member of the DSLS, was elected President. Dr Kavinda Wijenayake was elected Secretary. The appointments bring experienced community leaders into the Society’s executive team as it prepares to broaden its health, wellbeing, educational and cultural activities. New leadership for the Dunedin Sri Lankan community Dr Dassanayake has been closely involved with the DSLS since its formation. He previously served as Co-Secretary and later as Vice President for two consecutive terms. His ...

Sep 4, 2026 Posted by nzuser In Article Tagged Dr Kavinda Wijenayake, Dr Suranga Dassanayake, DSLS, DSLS AGM 2026, Dunedin Sri Lankan community, Dunedin Sri Lankan Society, migrant wellbeing New Zealand, NCEA student support, Sri Lankan community in New Zealand, Sri Lankan community leadership, Sri Lankan cultural community, Sri Lankan diaspora New Zealand, Sri Lankan migrants New Zealand, Sri Lankan Society Dunedin, Sri Lankans in Otago, Susil Rupasinghe

ISIPATHANA COLLEGE OBA NZ GREEN NIGHT 2026 – 17 OCTOBER 2026 – 7.00 PM TO 11.30 PM

ISIPATHANA COLLEGE OBA NZ GREEN NIGHT 2026 – 17 OCTOBER 2026 – 7.00 PM TO 11.30 PM Source : Isipathana College OBA New Zealand ISIPATHANA COLLEGE OBA NZ GREEN NIGHT 2026 Annual Premier Community Event Date – 17 OCTOBER 2026 Location – FICKLING CONVENTION CENTRE , 546 Mount Albert Road, Three Kings, Auckland 1042 Time – 7.00 PM TO 11.30 PM Dinner & 8 Member table have 1 red wine + 1 white wine DRESS CODE: SMART CASUAL NOW YOU CAN PURCHASE TICKETS FROM: Suresh Basnayake – 022 4117483 Hasitha Kahawitage – 0204552837 Manula Rathnayake – 0224786351 Click here to receive your free copy of the eLanka Newsletter twice a week delivered directly to your inbox! At eLanka, we respect the rights of creators. If we have used an image you own and you’d like it removed, please email us at info@elanka.com.au and we’ll handle it promptly. Thanks. eLanka teamnbsp; ...

Sep 1, 2026 Posted by nzuser In Event Tagged 17 October 2026 events, Auckland events October 2026, Auckland Sri Lankan events, Fickling Convention Centre, Green Night 2026, Isipathana College OBA New Zealand, Isipathana College OBA NZ Green Night 2026, Isipathana OBA NZ, Sri Lankan alumni events New Zealand, Sri Lankan community Auckland, Sri Lankan community events New Zealand, Sri Lankan dinner dance Auckland, Sri Lankan events Auckland, Three Kings Auckland events

Sri Lanka’s High Commissioner Visits Wellington IT Company to Explore Business Ties

Sri Lanka’s High Commissioner to New Zealand, Prasanna Gamage, has visited Wellington-based technology company Data Torque to discuss potential business partnerships and opportunities in Sri Lanka. The visit brought together diplomatic representatives, senior technology executives and Sri Lankan IT professionals working in New Zealand. It highlighted the growing importance of professional networks, digital services and international business connections in strengthening Sri Lanka–New Zealand relations. According to a report published by Wellington News, High Commissioner Gamage met Data Torque Chief Executive Vernon Kay and other senior executives at the company’s Wellington office on 14 August 2026. Discussions focus on potential partnerships in Sri Lanka Data Torque operates in more than 20 countries and specialises in tax collection procedures, revenue management technology and transformation strategies for public-sector organisations. The company’s work involves helping governments modernise systems used for tax administration and revenue collection. This can include digital platforms, improved administrative processes and ...

Aug 26, 2026 Posted by nzuser In Article Tagged business opportunities in Sri Lanka, Data Torque Sri Lanka, Data Torque Wellington, digital economy Sri Lanka, New Zealand business Sri Lanka, Prasanna Gamage New Zealand, revenue management technology, Sri Lanka digital transformation, Sri Lanka High Commissioner Prasanna Gamage, Sri Lanka investment opportunities, Sri Lanka IT sector, Sri Lanka New Zealand relations, Sri Lanka technology partnerships, Sri Lankan diaspora New Zealand, Sri Lankan IT professionals New Zealand, Sri Lankan professionals overseas, tax technology Sri Lanka, Wellington Sri Lanka community

Sri Lanka High Commission Brings First Mobile Consular Service to Hamilton

A significant service milestone has brought Sri Lankan consular support closer to families living outside New Zealand’s main centres. The High Commission of Sri Lanka in Wellington held its first-ever mobile consular service in Hamilton on 19 August 2026, assisting more than 100 Sri Lankan nationals with essential documentation and related services. The outreach programme included support for passport applications and licence renewals, allowing members of the Sri Lankan community to access assistance without travelling to Wellington. For many families, students, professionals and older residents in the Waikato region, the service represented a practical improvement in access to official support. The initiative is particularly important for Sri Lankans living outside the capital. Although Wellington is home to the resident High Commission, travelling there can involve considerable time, expense and logistical planning. By taking services directly to Hamilton, the mission demonstrated how diplomatic and consular support can respond to the everyday ...

Aug 23, 2026 Posted by nzuser In Article Tagged Sri Lanka High Commission Wellington, Sri Lanka passport services New Zealand, Sri Lankan community in New Zealand, Sri Lankan consular service Hamilton, Sri Lankan diaspora New Zealand, Sri Lankans in Hamilton

Room No 16 Film – Release In NEW ZEALAND – WELLINGTON – 23rd August – 5.15PM

Room No 16 Film – Release In NEW ZEALAND – WELLINGTON – 23rd August – 5.15PM Event Source : Mega Live Events FB Page ROOM NO 106 Film Releas In Newzeland Wellington Date – 23rd August Time – 5.15PM Tickets – https://megalive.events ...

Aug 20, 2026 Posted by nzuser In Event Tagged ROOM NO 106