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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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Melbourne named among world’s best travel destinations for 2027
At AusNewsLanka, we aim to keep the Australian community informed with timely updates. Melbourne has earned a place on National Geographic’s list of the world’s best travel destinations, further strengthening its reputation as one of Australia’s leading cities. The list features 25 destinations across six continents, selected by National Geographic’s international network of writers, photographers and explorers. Melbourne was recognised for its thriving arts and sports scenes
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Sri Lanka proposes roadworthiness tests every 5,000km or three months
At AusNewsLanka, we aim to keep the Sri Lankan community informed with timely updates. Sri Lanka is considering mandatory roadworthiness tests for vehicles every 5,000 kilometres or approximately every three months under a proposed plan to improve road safety. Department of Motor Traffic (DMT) Commissioner General, retired Air Marshal Thushara Fernando, said the proposal is still under review and has been referred to the department’s legal division. The system could be introd
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Australian House Prices Record Sharpest Quarterly Fall
At AusNewsLanka, we aim to keep the Australian community informed with timely updates. Australian house prices recorded their steepest quarterly decline on record, falling 4.7 per cent in the September quarter, according to new data from Domain. All capital cities experienced house price falls during the quarter. It was the first time in 15 years that prices had declined across every capital city simultaneously, and only the second occurrence on record. Perth recorded the big
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Australia’s Financial Complaints Reach Record High of Nearly 120,000
At AusNewsLanka, we aim to keep the Australian community informed with timely updates. Australia’s financial complaints reached a record high in the 2025–26 financial year, with the Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) receiving almost 120,000 complaints from consumers and small businesses. AFCA Chief Ombudsman and CEO David Locke said the figures highlight the financial pressures facing Australians and the need for financial institutions to resolve customer conce
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Bushfires Cost Australia $6 Billion a Year
At AusNewsLanka, we aim to keep the Australian community informed with timely updates. Bushfires are costing Australia an estimated $6 billion annually, with the total expected to exceed $180 billion over the next 30 years, according to a new report from Emergency Leaders for Climate Action (ELCA). The report, based on modelling by ConnellGriffin, includes the impact on public health and wellbeing, lost productivity and damage to public assets. Health and wellbeing account fo
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