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Aussie task force to build new houses
An Australian task force made up of members of the Master Builders Association of Victoria, is expected to arrive in Sri Lanka today to assist in the construction of new housing. It is led by the Treasurer of Victoria state, John Brumby, MP.

Mr. Brumby and the task force members are to hold talks with senior Sri Lankan ministers and visit affected communities to learn at first hand what assistance is needed.

"Already we have provided $ 1 million to rebuild a hospital in Ampara and another in Hambantota, the worst affected areas, while one school in the Eastern Province and one in southern Sri Lanka will also be rebuilt," Mr. Brumby had said.

The Victorian government has set aside over $ 10 million to assist the countries affected by the December 26 disaster.

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