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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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Australia’s Card Surcharge Ban Raises Concerns for Small Businesses
At AusNewsLanka, we aim to keep the Australian community informed with timely updates. Australia’s credit and debit card surcharge ban has sparked concerns that small businesses could face higher operating costs if banks and payment providers fail to reduce their merchant fees. The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has lowered interchange fee caps to help reduce payment costs for businesses. However, an RMIT University expert warns that the benefits may not reach small business
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2026 Victorian election explores the rise of a new generation of voters
At AusNewsLanka, we aim to keep the Australian community informed with timely updates. Monash University and the Victorian Electoral Commission will host a free public event examining how Generation Z is engaging with politics ahead of the November 2026 Victorian state election. The event will focus on first-time voters, their use of digital media and how online content influences their understanding of political issues. Speakers will also discuss the challenges young people
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Wild storm hits Alice Springs as eastern Australia braces for weather whiplash
At AusNewsLanka, we aim to keep the Australian community informed with timely updates. A powerful thunderstorm has caused widespread damage in Alice Springs, Northern Territory, with homes, vehicles and businesses affected and thousands of residents left without electricity. The storm struck on Monday afternoon, bringing heavy rain and destructive winds that uprooted trees, scattered branches and damaged properties. Sheds and trampolines were lifted by strong gusts, while som
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Australians warned about travelling through major Middle Eastern airport hub
At AusNewsLanka, we aim to keep the Australian community informed with timely updates. Australians have been urged to avoid travelling through King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, following recent security incidents that have disrupted airport operations. Australia’s Smartraveller service issued a “Do not travel” warning for the airport on Monday after two reported attacks raised security concerns. The updated advice tells travellers to confirm their fli
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Sri Lanka Motor Traffic Department Receives 25 Daily Complaints Over Registration Fraud
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 Department of Motor Traffic is receiving more than 25 complaints a day involving the fraudulent use of vehicle registration certificates. The Department has urged vehicle owners to keep their registration books secure to prevent criminals from using them for illegal activities. Investigations have found that fraudsters use these docume
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