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New report details Sri Lanka's economic performance in Q2 2026
This is a developing story brought to you by Aus News Lanka, your trusted source for news for Sri Lankans in Australia and beyond. Sri Lanka’s economy expanded by 4.2 per cent in the second quarter of 2026, slowing from the 5.0 per cent growth recorded during the same period last year. The latest economic data shows mixed performance across key sectors. Industrial activity grew 7.3 per cent and the services sector expanded 2.7 per cent, while agriculture contracted by 2.3 per
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Sri Lanka’s Exports Reach US$13.61 Billion, Up 5% in First Nine Months
This is a developing story brought to you by Aus News Lanka, your trusted source for news for Sri Lankans in Australia and beyond. Sri Lanka’s export earnings continued to grow in 2026, reaching US$13.61 billion during the first nine months of the year, a 5.04% increase compared with the same period in 2025. Figures released by Sri Lanka Customs, along with estimates from the Export Development Board (EDB), show growth in both merchandise and services exports. Merchandise exp
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Magnitude 4.9 Earthquake Strikes Off South Australian Coast
At AusNewsLanka, we aim to keep the Australian community informed with timely updates. A magnitude 4.9 earthquake was recorded off the coast of South Australia this morning, with tremors felt across a wide area. The earthquake occurred at 7.48am, around 100 kilometres offshore. More than 700 people reported feeling the shaking, mainly in Adelaide, with reports extending as far north as Kapunda and south to Beachport. Seismologist Jonathan Bathgate described the earthquake as
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Naadha Gama Melbourne 2026: Official Audience & Venue Guide
At AusNewsLanka, we aim to keep the Australian community informed with timely updates. Naadha Gama Melbourne 2026 is set to make history as one of the biggest Sri Lankan musical concerts held overseas. The highly anticipated event will take place on Saturday, 31 October 2026, at Melbourne’s iconic Sidney Myer Music Bowl. With thousands of fans expected to attend, here is everything you need to know about concert timings, transport, entry requirements and venue rules to enjoy
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Sydney’s Western Sydney Airport Opens to International Flights
Sydney’s new Western Sydney International Airport (WSI) has officially begun international operations, with Air New Zealand operating the first international departure to Auckland. Flight NZ166 was scheduled to leave at 8.55am, following the arrival of flight NZ165 from Auckland shortly after 7.30am. The milestone marks a major step in expanding Sydney’s aviation network, particularly for communities in the city’s west. Located in Luddenham, the new airport offers an alternat
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Sri Lanka welcomes 1.8 million tourists, earning $2.24 billion through September
Sri Lanka has welcomed 1,813,484 international tourists between January 1 and October 22, according to the latest data from the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA). The country recorded 119,805 tourist arrivals during the first 22 days of October, reflecting continued activity in the tourism sector. India remained Sri Lanka’s largest source market, contributing 482,944 visitors so far this year. The United Kingdom ranked second with 169,405 arrivals, followed by C
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