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Rasogaya Brings Sri Lanka’s Golden Voices and Timeless Classics to Auckland

Rasogaya Brings Sri Lanka’s Golden Voices and Timeless Classics to Auckland The original event poster is reproduced from the MalibanStreet listing. Auckland’s Sri Lankan community can look forward to an evening of live music and much-loved melodies when රසෝඝය (Rasogaya) – Golden Voices & Timeless Classics arrives at the Dorothy Winstone Centre on Saturday 24 October 2026. Organised by CMB Events, the show is scheduled to begin at 6:30 pm and will bring Sri Lankan live music to a central Auckland venue. The event is billed as a celebration of golden voices and timeless classics, accompanied by a live orchestra. It offers an opportunity for Sri Lankan music fans to enjoy familiar songs together, while welcoming anyone interested in the island’s musical culture. Tickets are available through Kiwilanka, and readers should check the booking page for current availability and event updates. An evening of Sri Lankan music in Auckland Rasogaya’s ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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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 ...

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