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When Plastic Becomes Public Infrastructure: How African Cities Are Turning Waste into Shade and Shelter

A Flash of Wild Beauty: The Rainbow Trout of Horton Plains

A Flash of Wild Beauty: The Rainbow Trout of Horton

When Plastic Becomes Public Infrastructure: How African Cities Are Turning Waste into Shade and Shelter

When Plastic Becomes Public Infrastructure: How African Cities Are Turning

A Flash of Wild Beauty: The Rainbow Trout of Horton Plains

A Flash of Wild Beauty: The Rainbow Trout of Horton Plains A rainbow trout breaks the surface of a highland stream in Horton Plains. Photograph: Untamed.SriLanka, shared on eLanka’s Facebook page. A sudden break in the water, a scatter of droplets, then the stream settles again. In the photograph shared by Untamed.SriLanka on eLanka’s Facebook page on 14 October 2026, a rainbow trout cuts through the dark, glass-like surface of a highland stream. Dense cloud forest gathers overhead, its branches and foliage reflected in the water. The image captures a brief surge of life in the quiet of Horton Plains. The accompanying post describes the moment as occurring during mating season. In fish, this is the period when adults reproduce, often displaying more movement as they seek spawning sites and partners. The photograph holds that moment still, while also prompting a longer reflection: this fish is not native to Sri ...

Oct 14, 2026 Posted by nzuser In Article Tagged Baker’s Falls, Caridina singhalensis, Central Highlands of Sri Lanka, Cloud Forest, ELanka, Horton Plains, Horton Plains National Park, Introduced Species in Sri Lanka, Native Freshwater Species, Nuwara Eliya, Rainbow Trout, Rainbow Trout Sri Lanka, Sri Lanka Biodiversity, Sri Lanka Nature, Sri Lanka Travel, Sri Lankan Wildlife

When Plastic Becomes Public Infrastructure: How African Cities Are Turning Waste into Shade and Shelter

When Plastic Becomes Public Infrastructure: How African Cities Are Turning Waste into Shade and Shelter AI-generated conceptual illustration. It does not depict an actual project or location. Could discarded plastic become part of the infrastructure people use every day? Projects in Ghana and Sierra Leone offer two different ways to explore that question: one turns plastic waste into public structures and seating; the other uses purpose-built market canopies to help people cope with extreme heat. The examples are related, but they should not be confused. Ghana’s Mckingtorch Africa has used recycled plastic in public infrastructure. Freetown’s market shade covers, by contrast, use steel frames and Danpalon panels, not recycled plastic. Together, the projects show how material reuse and climate adaptation can contribute to more sustainable cities. The idea was highlighted in a LinkedIn post shared with eLanka. The details below draw on project information from Mckingtorch Africa and the Climate ...

Oct 13, 2026 Posted by nzuser In Article Tagged circular economy, climate adaptation, ELanka, Freetown market shade project, Ghana plastic waste project, heat-resilient cities, Mckingtorch Africa, plastic pollution, plastic waste infrastructure, plastic waste recycling, recycled plastic construction, recycled plastic materials, Sierra Leone climate resilience, solar-powered bus shelter Ghana, sustainable cities in Africa, sustainable urban development, upcycling plastic waste, waste management in Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka Day 2026 Brings Food, Culture and Crafts Together in Auckland

Sri Lanka Day 2026 Brings Food, Culture and Crafts Together in Auckland A day of Sri Lankan food, cultural performances, crafts and family activities is coming to Auckland on Sunday 25 October. Sri Lanka Day 2026, organised by the New Zealand Sri Lanka Foundation, will bring the community together at Wesley Community Centre, with stalls and activities planned from 9am to 3pm. The event is billed as an entertaining family day, with Sri Lankan food, clothing and crafts for sale, cultural dance and music, and activities for children. Visitors will also have the opportunity to meet travel, insurance and property agents. For Sri Lankans in New Zealand, and others interested in Sri Lankan culture, the gathering offers a chance to enjoy familiar traditions, discover local businesses and spend time with the wider Sri Lankan community in Auckland. Food, crafts and performances in one place The organiser’s listing describes a varied ...

Oct 12, 2026 Posted by nzuser In Article Tagged Auckland cultural festival, Auckland events October 2026, Auckland family events, New Zealand Sri Lanka Foundation, Sri Lanka Day 2026, Sri Lanka Day Auckland, Sri Lankan businesses in New Zealand, Sri Lankan community Auckland, Sri Lankan community events 2026, Sri Lankan crafts, Sri Lankan cultural performances, Sri lankan Events in New Zealand, Sri Lankan food festival, Wesley Community Centre

Infinity ‘අනන්තේ’ Live in Auckland ft Raveen – Umaria -Sajith – 05 February 2027

Infinity ‘අනන්තේ’ Live in Auckland ft Raveen – Umaria -Sajith – 05 February 2027 Source : Shark Entertainments New Zealand Infinity ‘අනන්තේ’ Live in Auckland ft Raveen × Umaria × Sajith 🎶 Early Bird Tickets From $49 🎉 📅 Friday, 05 February 2027 ⏰ 7:00 PM – Midnight 📍 NZICC – New Zealand International Convention Centre, Auckland 🎫 Tickets Dropping Soon! Follow us for the official ticket release and more announcements. 🤝 Sponsor & Ticket Inquiries 📞 Poojitha — 021 086 33749 📞 Anjuka — 022 610 0441 🔥 Be there… or you’ll hear about it from everyone else! 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. ...

Oct 12, 2026 Posted by nzuser In Event Tagged Auckland live music events, eLanka events, Infinity Ananthe Auckland 2027, Infinity concert tickets, Infinity Live in Auckland, NZICC events 2027, Raveen live in Auckland, Sajith live in Auckland, Sri Lankan artists in New Zealand, Sri lankan Events in New Zealand, Sri Lankan music concert Auckland, Umaria live in Auckland

Lankan Fest New Zealand and Ceylon Cricket Carnival Come to Waikaraka Park

Lankan Fest New Zealand and Ceylon Cricket Carnival Come to Waikaraka Park A new community celebration combining cricket, music, culture and business will come to Auckland on Sunday 1 November 2026. Lankan Fest New Zealand and the Ceylon Cricket Carnival will be held at Waikaraka Park, marking the first time the established festival has been staged in New Zealand. The event is powered by Home Lands and organised by Krystal Events and Ormiston Cricket Club. Alongside a day of cultural and entertainment activities, organisers are inviting Sri Lankan businesses, food vendors and brands to take part through stalls, advertising and sponsorship opportunities. For Sri Lankans in New Zealand, the festival offers a chance to gather around familiar cultural traditions and the shared enthusiasm for cricket. It also creates a public-facing opportunity for businesses to introduce their products and services to Auckland’s diverse communities. A New Zealand debut for Lankan Fest ...

Oct 11, 2026 Posted by nzuser In Article Tagged Auckland cricket carnival, Ceylon Cricket Carnival 2026, Home Lands, Krystal Events New Zealand, Lankan Fest Auckland, Lankan Fest New Zealand 2026, New Zealand community events, Ormiston Cricket Club, Sri Lanka New Zealand business ties, Sri Lankan community New Zealand, Sri Lankan cultural festival, Sri lankan Events in New Zealand, Sri Lankan festival Auckland, Sri Lankan food stalls Auckland, Waikaraka Park events

Young Sri Lankan New Zealander Savin Gunaratne Receives International Order of St John Honour

Young Sri Lankan New Zealander Savin Gunaratne Receives International Order of St John Honour Original photograph: ශ්‍රී LankaNZ. A young Sri Lankan New Zealander has received a rare international honour after being admitted as a Member of the Order of St John. Savin Gunaratne, who moved to New Zealand with his parents in 2013, was formally recognised for his sustained service with Hato Hone St John. His admission to the Order was officially published in The London Gazette in 2025, while the insignia was presented at a special ceremony in Auckland on 4 July 2026. The achievement was reported by Eranga Kaviratne of Hamilton for ශ්‍රී LankaNZ on 6 October 2026. It has been welcomed as a significant moment of pride for Sri Lankans in New Zealand and an inspiring example of youth leadership through community service. A rare international recognition The Order of St John is an international organisation ...

Oct 8, 2026 Posted by nzuser In Article Tagged community service, cricket coach, Hato Hone St John, international honour, New Zealand Sri Lankan community, Order of St John, Savin Gunaratne, Savin Gunaratne award, Sri Lankan community New Zealand, Sri Lankan diaspora, Sri Lankan New Zealander, Sri Lankan youth, St John New Zealand, volunteer service, youth leadership New Zealand

රසෝගය ( RASOGAYA ) – 24 OCTOBER 2026 – 6.30PM ONWARDS

රසෝගය ( RASOGAYA ) – 24 OCTOBER 2026 – 6.30PM ONWARDS Source : C M B E V E N T S KARUNARATHNA DIVULGANESIYUMINI OPAYANGICHANDANA LIYANARACHCHI රසෝගය ( RASOGAYA ) 24 OCTOBER 2026 | DOROTHY WINSTONE CENTRE 16 HOWE STREET, FREEMANS BAY, AUCKLAND 1011 | 6.30 PM ONWARDS 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 team eLanka Disclaimer Content published on eLanka may be created by the eLanka team, submitted by contributors or third parties, reproduced or adapted from other sources with appropriate source acknowledgement, or provided as promotional/advertising material by our clients. While eLanka takes reasonable care in preparing and publishing content, we do ...

Oct 8, 2026 Posted by nzuser In Event Tagged Auckland Sri Lankan events, Chandana Liyanarachchi, Dorothy Winstone Centre, Freeman's Bay Auckland, Karunarathna Divulgane, Rasogaya 2026, Rasogaya Auckland, Rasogaya Sri Lankan event, Siyumini Opayangi, Sri Lankan cultural event New Zealand, Sri Lankan drama Auckland, Sri Lankan entertainment 2026, Sri Lankan events in Auckland, Sri Lankan theatre Auckland

JAYA SRI & DADDY — LIVE IN NEW ZEALAND

JAYA SRI & DADDY — LIVE IN NEW ZEALAND Source : Nishantha Ariyawansa’s fb post JAYA SRI & DADDY — LIVE IN NEW ZEALAND!** EARLY BIRD TICKETS ARE NOW LIVE!** BOOK NOW: [https://kiwilanka.co.nz/jayasri-and-daddy-live-in-auckland](https://kiwilanka.co.nz/jayasri-and-daddy-live-in-auckland) UNTIL THE FIRST 400 TICKETS ARE SOLD WHICHEVER COMES FIRST! Date – 21 NOVEMBER 2026 Venue – Victory Convention Centre, Auckland 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 team eLanka Disclaimer Content published on eLanka may be created by the eLanka team, submitted by contributors or third parties, reproduced or adapted from other sources with appropriate source acknowledgement, or provided as promotional/advertising material by our clients. While eLanka takes reasonable care in preparing ...

Oct 6, 2026 Posted by nzuser In Event Tagged Nishantha Ariyawansa

World No. 1 Rumesh Pathirage Names Thomas Röhler as His Javelin Role Model

World No. 1 Rumesh Pathirage Names Thomas Röhler as His Javelin Role Model AI-generated athletics illustration. No identifiable athlete, national flag or official team insignia is depicted. Sri Lanka’s world No. 1 javelin thrower, Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage, has named German Olympic champion Thomas Röhler as his role model in the sport. In a social media post, Pathirage wrote: “Thomas Röhler is my role model in javelin throw.” The brief statement carries particular significance at a time when Pathirage has established himself as one of the leading names in world athletics. His progress has placed Sri Lanka firmly on the international javelin map and given young athletes at home and across the diaspora a powerful example of what sustained ambition can achieve. A role model at the highest level Thomas Röhler is one of Germany’s leading javelin throwers. He won the men’s javelin gold medal at the 2016 Olympic Games in ...

Oct 6, 2026 Posted by nzuser In Article Tagged 92.62m national record, Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, Asian Games 2026, Asian Games javelin gold, javelin role model, javelin throw, Rumesh Pathirage, Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage, Sri Lanka athletics, Sri Lanka javelin thrower, Sri Lankan athletics, Sri Lankan sports, Thomas Röhler, Thomas Rohler role model, world No. 1 javelin

Eda Ra – AUCKLAND SHOWS – 10 OCTOBER

Eda Ra – AUCKLAND SHOWS – 10 OCTOBER Source : NewZealankans – නවසීලාංකිකයෝ One Voice, Million Hearts Directed by: Aruna JayawardenaProduced by: Chamaka Manjula UPCOMING AUCKLAND SHOWS SATURDAY • 10 OCTOBER 🎟️ 2:00 PM — LAST 12 TICKETS🎟️ 3:00 PM — LAST 09 TICKETS🎟️ 5:00 PM — SOLD OUT🎟️ 6:00 PM — LAST 02 TICKETS 📍 EVENT CINEMAS ST LUKES FINAL TICKETS • BOOK NOW ...

Oct 6, 2026 Posted by nzuser In Event Tagged Eda Ra