BREAKING The two Australians killed in the Sri Lankan bomb blasts have been identified.
"They are so beautiful, so helpful to everyone. They’re just not like normal people, they are so good. I don’t want to believe that we’ve lost them," Mr Pereira said.Ms Suriaaratchi's husband, Sudesh, is believed to be safe.Loved ones have taken to social media to mourn their deaths."You lost your lives on a holy day in a holy place. The sweet memories of Alex and yours will live in our hearts forever. May your souls rest in peace Manik and Alex," he wrote on Facebook.
Two dual nationals who were born in Sri Lanka were also been injured, Mr Morrison confirmed. A woman in her mid-50s and a woman in her late-20s are in a stable condition.The prime minister said they were both receiving Australian consular support.
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