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Indonesian police suspect three Australians of murder of man on Bali

Zivan Radmanovic, a 32-year-old from Melbourne, was killed just after midnight on 13 June at a villa near Munggu Beach in Bali’s Badung district.

26/06/2025

Destinations

Eco-luxury in Bali: This zero waste resort is the real deal

"Our mission is to make the experience beautiful - it just so happens to be more sustainable,” Potato Head's founder says.

22/06/2025

Indonesia

Three Australians arrested in Bali over fatal shooting of compatriot

The three suspects face charges including murder and firearm offences that could result in a life sentence or the death penalty if found guilty, police said.

18/06/2025

Indonesia

Australian man arrested for allegedly smuggling cocaine into Bali

The Southeast Asian country has extremely strict drug laws and convicted smugglers are sometimes executed by firing squad.

29/05/2025

Destinations

Serene Indonesia: Venture off-the-beaten-track in Bali and beyond

From swimming with manta rays to feasting on local cuisine, you can always escape the crowds in the Spice Islands.

06/03/2025

Travel News

Could a steep increase in Bali’s tourist tax deter unwanted visitors?

Other destinations, including Venice and Barcelona, have seen mixed results from raising tourism taxes.

27/02/2025

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No Comment: Volcano eruptions ground planes in Bali

After a deadly eruption on 4 November, the Lewotobi Laki-Laki volcano in Indonesia began spewing thick columns of ash into the sky.

13/11/2024

Travel News

Bali flights grounded by towering ash cloud from volcanic eruption

Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki volcano has so far killed 10 people and injured dozens of others.

13/11/2024

Travel News

Ban on new hotels in Bali as overtourism threatens

Last month, tourism minister Sandiaga Uno warned that the situation in south Bali was verging on overtourism.

13/09/2024

Stays

Swap Bali’s overcrowded hotspots for pure luxury in the south

A private butler, numerology readings and exquisite food await.

02/03/2024

Destinations

Nature, restoration, residents: What are tourist taxes used for?

Dozens of tourist hotspots around the world now charge for entry. Here’s how some have been spending the millions they receive in revenue.

21/02/2024

Scenes

WATCH: The puppet master fanning the flames of traditional shadow theatre

In partnership with Media City

After watching his first-ever performance as a child, Ida Bagus Putera Baruna was mesmerised by Indonesia’s ancient Wayang theatre

19/02/2024

Travel News

‘Whoosh’: Southeast Asia’s first bullet train launches in Indonesia

The Jakarta to Bandung trains have been adapted to Indonesia's tropical climate, and are able to track earthquakes and floods.

03/10/2023

Travel News

Naked tourists prompt mountain-climbing ban in Bali

The popular Indonesian island is cracking down on badly behaved tourists.

17/07/2023

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Third massive whale dies after beaching itself in Bali

A 17-metre-long sperm whale has died after washing up on a beach in Bali, making it the third whale to beach itself on the Indonesian island in just a little over a week.

09/04/2023

Travel News

Why is Bali banning tourists from renting motorbikes?

Balinese authorities are 'tidying up’ by cracking down on tourists hiring motorbikes.

15/03/2023

Travel News

Pre-marital sex ban sends shockwaves among Bali digital nomads

The new laws - which take effect in three years - will apply to locals and tourists alike, with a punishment of up to one year in prison.

09/12/2022

Travel News

How will Indonesia’s ban on sex outside marriage impact tourists?

New ‘morality’ laws apply to Indonesians and foreigners alike.

07/12/2022

Indonesia

Most members condemn war in Ukraine, G20 says

The final statement at the G20 summit in Indonesia is expected to say that "most G20 members" condemn the war in Ukraine.

16/11/2022

Indonesia

G20: Macron calls for China and France to unite against Ukraine war

French President Emmanuel Macron held a bilateral meeting with China's leader Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the G20 summit in Bali. The meeting, which took place at the Chinese delegation's hotel, lasted just over 40 minutes.

15/11/2022