1 Annual Report - The Institution of Engineers Sri Lanka

The Keynote speech at the Gala Dinner wasdelivered by the National President ofEngineers Australia Dr Marlene Kanga. DrKanga talked about the important role ofengineers and engineering in Asian Century.She explained why the engineers with linksto Asia especially those who were born therehave a major role in developing Australia’sstrategy for greater engagement with Asia.Dr Kanga also offered Engineers Australia’sassistance for Sri Lankan Universities to obtain the full membership of Washington Accord.IESL NSW secretary Eng Waruna Kaluarachchidelivering the vote of thanks acknowledged thegenerous support of the sponsors NSW PublicWorks (gold), Fulton Hogan (Silver) and Bronzesponsors Sydney Catchment Authority, SMEC,Dulux and Aquatec-Maxcon.2013 IESL NSW Engineers Excellence Awards were also presented at the Gala Dinner by thePresident of IESL, National President of Engineers Australia and Chair of IESL NSW.After a Sri Lankan spicy dinner, theattendees were entertained by Drum Beatswith an African drum play. Then the floorwas open for the engineers and the spousesto dance to the vibrating rhythm of Fusive.The Master of Ceremonies DukeRamachandran kept the spirit of the Gala Niteright at the top.