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26 September – 9 October 2012 • Bali Expat

Dear Readers

IN THIS 8TH ISSUE:

8 th Edition | 26th–9 th October 2012

Law & Legalities Employment of Foreigners in Indonesia (3)

Editor in Chief Angela Richardson angela@baliexpat.biz

History Marriage Customs: Balinese Elopement(4)

Management Edo Frese edo@baliexpat.biz

Art of the Indies The Story of a Royal Necklace (6)

Editorial Assistant Silvia Forsman silvia@baliexpat.biz

Surf's Up Bali's Best Wave Roars to Life for the 2012 Rip Curl Cup (7)

Sales Chris N.T. chris@baliexpat.biz Dian Mardianingsih ads@baliexpat.biz Silvia Forsman silvia@baliexpat.biz

Scams How to Know if a Scam is a Scam before You are Scammed (10) Meet the Expat Sarita Newson of Saritaksu Editions: Independent Bali Publisher (12) Light Entertainment Zero to Hero (13) Events (14) Classifieds (15)

Travel A Road Runs through It (8)

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elcome to our 8th issue of Bali Expat, part of Jakarta Expat. Unlike Jakarta Expat which has been going for three years and is up to issue 78, Bali Expat is still fresh out of the oven, still new and with everything new there have been some hiccups along the road, namely with distribution, however you may have noticed one of our many brand spanking new distribution racks around the south of the island which aims to make it easier for you to find us and pick us up.

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Bali Expat­­ ­• 26 September – 9 October 2012

Law & Legalities

employment of foreigners in Indonesia

BY JULIA TCHEZGANOVA

Indonesia is known as one of the emerging markets on the worldwide scale and it is becoming an increasingly attractive option for foreigners to seek work in cities like Jakarta, which enjoys a growing economy and allows for many financial opportunities.

The policy creates a further barrier by stating that only foreigners who are deemed as “experts” in their field can work in Indonesia. As a result, in terms of spontaneously arriving to Indonesia to look for work, it may not be the most prudent decision to do so. It is best to begin looking for work before arriving to the country.

However, the process of coming to work in Indonesia is riddled with issues of figuring out visas, understanding bureaucratic procedures, and paying attention to labour laws and regulations that can change from one year to the next.

Searching for a job in Indonesia is also no small feat. This is because it is not particularly an information — based society and it would take some effort to find a job opportunity. It is often the case that foreigners arrive to Jakarta because of an assignment from the company that employs them at home or through an agency.

This being said, individuals can still obtain employment in Indonesia via Internet forums, by directly emailing companies of interest, and by networking with Indonesian expatriates.

Furthermore, foreigners who seek work in Indonesia must understand that Indonesian government wishes to decrease unemployment in the country.

This is an important point because there is a policy in place that clearly confirms that the government does not want a company in Indonesia, domestic or foreign, to hire an expatriate for a job that can be done by an Indonesian.

Most foreigners working here usually are employed by foreign companies, teach English, or work in the export sector. In fact, because of the previously mentioned “expert” requirement, younger expatriates

often work as English teachers, while older professionals are often employed as consultants, engineers, and developers in such industries as mining and oil and gas.

in order for the expatriate to receive a work permit. If the plan is approved, foreign employees can apply for a KITAS card and work legally until there is a requirement for re-application.

In terms of visas, it is best to have a company that employed you to facilitate the visa obtaining process.

This is because it is a lengthy and an incredibly bureaucratic process.

You must obtain an appropriate visa to work in Indonesia, because such documents as visa-on-arrival and a business visa do not allow foreigners to work in the country, even if you are able to stay for up to two months.

The explanation of visa requirements and applications is greatly outside the scope of this discussion, and thus, it is highly recommended that you visit a number of websites that explain how the process works. For example, http://www.expat.or.id/info/docs. html is once again a great source of information.

The company that hires expatriates must apply with the government to accept a foreigner in the employment position. If the government accepts the application, the expatriate can be issued a work permit.

Once you find employment and your employer begins the process of obtaining you a work permit, it is of benefit to you to research the working culture in Indonesia. It is important to always be knowledgeable on the culture that you are about to enter; however, it is even more vital

The work permit (Ijin Mempekerjakan Tenaga Kerja Asing — IMTA) is vital because if you do not hold the IMTA, you are not working legally in Indonesia. The employer applies to the Manpower Department with an Expatriate Placement Plan (RPTKA)

to prepare yourself to enter a workforce in a country that may be quite different from your own. There is much information available on the topic, including public forums and blogs written by expatriates.

Overall, working in Indonesia is a wonderful experience, but in order to become a proper employee, you must prepare diligently and with great care.

Pay attention to your work contract, speak to human resources about such topics as work permits and KITAS, and mentally prepare yourself for a rather bureaucratic process.

(Anything written in this article is intended to provide information only and is not intended to serve as legal advice). ■

JULIA TCHEZGANOVA If not found in the office, Julia can be seen falling off a mountain bike in Puncak or on her way to see an Opera in Singapore

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26 September – 9 October 2012 • Bali Expat

History

MARRIAGE CUSTOMS

Balinese Elopement

BY HANS ROOSEBOOM

I was browsing my Encyclopaedie van Nederlandsch Indië, not looking for anything specific as I was curious who or what would appear as the first entry.

Aa, Abraham Jakob van der, the writer of "Nederlandsch Oost-Indië (1792–1857)". Mr van der Aa, it is stated, was born in Amsterdam 6 December 1792 and died 21 March 1857. It does not say where he died, but I assume that it was in Amsterdam, too. His book therefore is very likely the result of desk research, that was dug out of libraries and archives, on the spot, as in his day and age not even photocopiers were available, let alone Google.

So whatever the quality of his book, I think his hard work and perseverance fully qualify him for an entry, not

only an entry, but the first one, the opening statement of the four volumes of the Encyclopaedie van Nederlandsch Indië, Martinus Nijhoff 1917.

a topic of intense discussions today, but for foreign companies substitute the Government. And so on until finally Bali and Baliërs, Balinese.

And so I browsed on: Aardappel.

Kentang (MAL), or potato for English speakers, which was introduced in the Dutch East Indies either by the Dutch or by the Chinese. It is grown for the European community. Only the Tenggerese in East Java (Bromo Tengger Semeru National Park) do eat potatoes—boiled, grated and mixed with maize. Adat.

Customs and traditions covering every aspect of life: manners and conventions, agriculture, worship of ancestral worship, and many more. Agrarische Wet. Agrarian Law, which in the colonial days was mainly concerned with regulating the land ownership of foreign companies and at the same time safeguarding the rights of the indigenous peoples.

Interestingly, land laws remain

Marriage customs are included in the section on Customs and Traditions. Apparently, some hundred years ago, there were four forms of marriage on Bali: a) The father or guardian of the boy contacts the closest male relative of the girl with the proposal (mêpadik); b) Abduction with mutual consent (merangkat); c) Forcible abduction with the girl resigning to it (malagandang); d) The father or guardian of the girl proposes the parents of the boy (sêntanâ).

The most befitting way, the article continues, is the one mentioned as method a). It is accompanied by an engagement of three to six months.

This method has, however, gradually given way to the one

Captions of pictures: 1. Wedding ceremony in Buleleng circa 1939 2. An antique map

by Pieter van der Aa circa 1706, courtesy of Bartele Gallery

mentioned under b) abduction with mutual consent. Encyclopaedie van Nederlandsch Indië, page 122.

Not completely without risk this second method was, as the bride's parents were allowed to kill the boy if they caught the couple before they reached a safe house.

A similar situation could in the past be found in England, where the couple would be safe from a pursuing angry father once they had arrived in Gretna Green, across the Scottish border.

The encyclopaedia, don't forget, was published nearly 100 years ago. And whereas the past hundred years has included some of the fastest and most dramatic changes ever brought upon by mankind, the 19th century evolved at a much slower pace.

I find it therefore fascinating that on Bali, elopement had replaced the arranged marriage as described under a) during the slower paced 19th century. This would undoubtedly have caused some serious head-shaking by the traditionalists.

Have you heard? The son of xxx has eloped with that nice daughter of yyy.

What is the world coming to?

Why couldn't they follow our old customs and wait till the parents had reached an agreement!

There must have been a reason for it. Was it cheaper to elope?

Maybe, because as soon as the eloping pair had reached the safety of the house of a friend, negotiations about the dowry—the encyclopaedia calls it "purchase price" (patuku)—would start.

With the bride already free from

parental control, the height of the dowry might be much lower. And, in case the young man is not able to pay the requested sum, he would work for the girl's parents until the sum is deemed to have been paid.

Now that makes sense, in particular in the light of the Balinese entrepreneurial business sense. Rather than working for your own parents (for food and maybe some pocket money), it's much more preferable to work for your inlaws and get a bride for free.

It's economics tweaking customs and traditions. Not drastically, just enough to make them more suitable for changing times. And maybe a similar process of adjustment is taking place now. Many of the island's visitors moan about the disappearance of the old Bali. Life is too hectic and money orientated, they say. Yes, true. But the provincial income figures put Bali far ahead of comparable provinces, that is, the ones without natural resources such as oil, coal or timber.

The strength of Bali, in my view, is that the Balinese consider the tourists as milch cows. And just like a dairy farmer, Balinese are good at squeezing the tourists dry, unemotionally so, while at home life goes on in its well established customary ways, plus or minus a few tweaks to stay ahead of the game.

Perfect, for another generation or two! ■

HANS ROOSEBOOM Hans Rooseboom is a long term resident of Jakarta. He has visited nearly all of Indonesia's provinces and worked for many years in Ambon, Aceh, Manado and a number of smaller and larger towns on Java. He now enjoys a leisurely life, playing tennis most mornings and writing his blogs and other articles. He can be reached at hans_rooseboom@yahoo.com

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Art of the Indies

The Story of a Royal Necklace

BY BRUCE W. CARPENTER

Gold, Rubies, Sapphires, Diamonds, History Gianyar. Gde Agung invited them to visit his palace in Gianyar. They did so in 1956 and Abel purchased the necklace for his wife who was utterly in love with it and would wear it only for official occasions.

Later in her life she would become a mystic of sorts and assume an Oriental pseudonym and dress.

The necklace was part of her new persona.

Encrusted with over 70 rubies from Myanmar, diamonds from Borneo and sapphires from India, and weighing over 200 grams, this large and impressive Balinese gold necklace is a rare example of an ancient tradition that traces its roots back to the royal court of the 14th century Majapahit Empire.

The shape of its centre pendant, described by some as a stylized leaf of the dukuh or breadfruit tree, is found throughout all the areas in Indonesia ruled by or influenced by the Majapahit including Sumatra, Java, Borneo, Sulawesi, Bali, Lombok and Sumbawa where inscribed stones dating from the 7th century are found near the eastern capital of Bima. It is hung from a twisted gold wire chain with three six-pointed stars on each side and a long rectangular clasp that is equally beautiful even though it would have been at the back of the neck.

Gde Agung, who was briefly the president of Eastern Indonesia, a puppet state set up by the Dutch with its capital in Makassar to offset the Indonesian Republic would go on to play an illustrious role in the early Republic of Indonesia as well as thinker and international diplomat. A conservative, he was a favourite of western governments wary of Sukarno’s cosy relationships with the Soviet Union, Communist China and the Indonesian Communist Party. Sukarno would later accuse Gde Agung of plotting against him and had him thrown in jail. It was a bizarre story based on the rumour that Gde Agung had invited sympathisers to his father’s massive cremation. Sukarno was

The surfaces of all the elements are delicately worked. The edges of the leaf and settings of the gems in the central pendant element are framed with rows of circles representing celestial strings of pearls. A careful examination of the interior spaces reveals meandering and interlocking lotus stems and blossoms with the gems at their centres. Notably the techniques used for the stars and clasps are different, the former utilizing granulations and filigree, the latter cut out over a silver back — flowers all!

Although smaller versions usually of gilt were once common, examples like this piece are extremely rare and clearly belonged only to the highest of the high. Another beautiful example, once part of the royal collection of the Queen of Holland, was one of the most magnificent pieces from the Lombok Hoard, 230 kilograms of gold jewellery and objects seized by the Dutch Colonial Army from the bombarded palace of the Balinese King of Lombok, Anak Agung Gde Ngurah Karangasem in 1894.

The war began in 1891 when the native Sasak troops rebelled after the ambitious Ngurah ordered them to attack Klungkung as the first step in his plan to conquer Bali as well.

The opportunistic Dutch intervened to ‘save the Sasak’ when they were at the verge of defeat. It all ended with thousands dead including the king, a Dutch general, and the first Puputan, a glorious but hopeless fight to the death that amounted in suicide. The famous one in Bali in 1906 was not the first one. In 1989 the new Queen of Holland, Beatrix, returned the hoard to Indonesia. It is now in Jakarta’s National Museum.

The piece described by Helen Ibbitson Jessup as a necklace for a high priest appeared in Court Arts

Indeed it is probably that the piece dates back several centuries and was made in Kamasan, outside Klungkung. Kamasan, now most famous for its classical painting style, was also a village of goldsmiths who served the needs of the royal families throughout Bali.

Its history dates back to the Gelgel Dynasty, which ruled East Java, Bali, Lombok and Sumbawa after the decline of the Majapahit Empire in East Java, which came to an end sometime around 1500. Like their Majapahit forefathers, the Gelgel royal family was fabulously wealthy and loved gold jewellery.

A small fortune in gold objects was also taken from them in 1908 in the final confrontation with the Dutch, which marked the end of Balinese independence. These pieces, too, are in the National Museum in Jakarta. They include golden flutes, jackets, kris handles and betel boxes encrusted with huge diamonds as large as pigeon eggs, as well as rubies and sapphires.

There are also countless rings, bracelets and necklaces. Indeed the workmanship is so similar that it is

"The surfaces of all the elements are delicately worked. The edges of the leaf and settings of the gems in the central pendant element framed with rows of circles representing celestial strings of pearls. A careful examination of the interior spaces reveals meandering and interlocking lotus stems and blossoms with the gems at their centres."

of Indonesia, the catalogue for the Year of Indonesia exhibition.

This necklace, too, comes with an intriguing historical story. For many years it was the property of Wendy Becker, the American wife of Abel Sorensen, a Danish architect and designer who first achieved fame for his furniture, which is in the collections in numerous museums including MoMA. Abel and Wendy would land in Indonesia in the early 1950s upon the invitation of President Sukarno. They became very close to the President who was an engineer and aspiring architect as well. Sukarno gave the task of designing and building Asia’s first modern 5-star hotel, Hotel Indonesia, which has been a source of national pride and identity since it opened in 1962. Wendy, who was especially friendly with Sukarno, was described by some as one of his chief sources of information on the international community at the time. During their stay in Indonesia the Sorensen’s would often travel to Bali. In Jakarta they would meet with the Ide Anak Agung Gde Agung, the rajah of

Captions of pictures: 1. Bali royal necklace 2. The indigenous Sasak chiefs of Lombok that allied with the Dutch to resist Balinese occupation.

3. Officers of the Lombok expedition in 1894: Anak Agung Ketut Karangasem, General-Major P.P.H. van Ham (Representative), General-Major J.A. Vetter (Commander), Resident M.C. Dannenbargh, and Gusti Jelantik.

suspicious and snubbed because he was not invited. Released by the New Order government, Gde Agung would continue to serve his country until his death. It is unknown if the necklace was used by the royal family, however the fact he sold it suggests that it was not an heirloom.

hard not to believe they all come from the same source. Such objects belong to Bali’s “Golden Age” when it was politically, militarily and artistically at its height. They stand as a small reminder of the island’s glorious imperial past. ■

BRUCE W. CARPENTER Bruce W. Carpenter has authored and co-authored numerous articles and major books on the traditional arts and crafts of the Indonesian Archipelago including Batak Sculpture, Javanese Antique Furniture and Folk Art, Ethnic Jewellery from Indonesia and Gold Jewellery of the Indonesian Archipelago.

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Bali Expat­­ ­• 26 September – 9 October 2012

Surf's Up

Bali’s Best Wave Roars to Life for the 2012 RIP CURL CUP

BY LORCA

This year saw Bethany Hamilton from Hawaii join as the first female surfer to ever compete in a pro event with the guys. Also in the event were Indonesian surfing icon Rizal Tanjung, 2x Rip Curl Cup champ Made Adi Putra from Bali, 2009 Rip Curl Cup Champ Jamie O’Brien from Hawaii, 2011 Rip Curl Cup winner Lee Wilson, and superstars Ry Craike and Ozzie Wright from Australia.

Half the surfers were Indonesian and the other half were pro surfers from Tahiti, Wales, Morocco, Australia, New Zealand and America.

On August 9th Bali saw 32 of the biggest names in surfing gather in the Bukit for the Rip Curl Cup invitational surfing contest held at the legendary wave, Padang Padang. The annual Rip Curl Cup is in its 9th year as the longest running Indonesian surfing event and is a favourite for many reasons. For starters Padang Padang (or Padang for short) is highly regarded as the best wave on Bali and is also rated by international surfing magazines as one of the world’s most coveted surfing spots. Padang is also the most crowded wave on Bali with up to 50 frothing surfers out on any given good day of waves with locals always going first, so to be invited to surf it in prime conditions with only three others out is an opportunity nobody passes up.

Padang is also one of Bali’s few gorgeous white sand beaches that has become a favourite hangout for tourists and residents alike. As the saying goes, Padang Padang is so beautiful they named it twice.

What makes Padang so desirable to surfers is that the wave breaks with a wide-open barrel, or round hollow space under the curl, where the surfer can ride completely covered up and still make it out dry and standing. This is called getting barrelled, or riding the tube, and Padang can dish up perfectly shaped barrels on waves up to 15 foot (5 metres) that are comparable to a smaller version of Hawaii’s notorious Pipeline surf spot. For surfers with skill and no fear catching a good wave here can equal the ride of a lifetime. Many Padang-addicted surfers’ schedules revolve around riding this wave that only breaks properly a handful of times each year.

Padang is also known as one of the most fickle waves in the world that requires just the right combo of Indonesian dry season wind, big surf and certain lunar tides to work. This wave is so rare that two years ago in peak high surf season the Rip Curl Cup was cancelled for the first time due to small sub-par conditions. The Rip Curl Cup policy is “One day, One Swell” and they will wait six weeks to run in a single day of the biggest most perfect Padang on hand or not at all, a risk that international competitors gladly take flying here to wait for the perfect day.

The real danger at Padang is the razor sharp reef sitting just beneath the water surface. On lower tides the reef will even stick out of the water in the wave and in front of the wave while one is surfing, creating a sketchy dryreef obstacle course. One of the worst places on Bali you can possibly be is getting caught on the inside reef shelf at low tide as a set of three or four 12–15 foot waves unloads on top of you. This can feel like being in a car crash with similar chances of smashing yourself on the reef or getting washed into the jagged limestone cliff fronting the break. Padang is without doubt for highly experienced surfers only.

Chris Ward (Hamish Humphreys)

Padang Beach by Hamish Humphreys

2012 RIP CURL CUP PADANG PADANG INVITATIONAL RESULTS

CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL 1st — Chris Ward (USA) 17.50 2nd — Mega Semadhi (Bali) 15.60 3rd — Dede Suryana (Java)9.25 4th — Ry Craike (Aus) 9.20

Nathan Lawrence (Rip Curl)

Each surfer brought a different repertoire to Padang, approaching the wave from different angles and styles with a single intent: getting barrelled as deeply as possible on the best wave and making it out. Only two of each surfer’s top wave scores count towards their total in each round.

Falling on even the biggest waves only gets a low score of one to two points out of a possible 10. With surfers pushing each other’s limits further and further on the next wave there were some incredible tube rides and also a lot of errors and surprise losses on the way to the Final. Making it out of a Padang tube would net scores in the 6.5 up to 10 point range and was the only way to win.

Eventually it was Chris Ward from California, USA who would catch the event’s longest backhand (back to the wave and more difficult) barrel ride in the very last minute of the Final for a perfect 10 point score and the win. During this ride the whole cliff and beach held their breath watching Ward disappear for what seemed an eternity only to see him almost come out before disappearing again deeper into the Padang tube until the very end of the wave where he came flying out, arms raised in victory to the frenzied crowd hooting their approval.

Mega Semadhi from Bali was a favourite to win with the contest’s first perfect 10 in the Final, but his second scoring wave fell just short of Ward’s leaving him in a very respectable 2nd place. West Java’s Dede Suryana and Ry Craike from Australia barrel battled for third with Dede taking the honours in a close exchange.

After accepting his US$6,000 winner’s cheque on the award podium, Ward was all smiles and after thanking everyone he wowed the packed Padang beach once more by proposing to his girlfriend, which she accepted with a big kiss to heavy applause and cheer from the crowd.

As the sunset turned the sky orange and the cold San Miguels flowed, the last puzzle pieces fell into place making August 9th an epic beach day for all at Padang Padang. ■

LORCA Lorca is editor and co-publisher of Lines magazine, an Indonesian publication that covers environment, lifestyle and the best of local surfing. Find Lines on Facebook: Lines Magazine-Bali.

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26 September – 9 October 2012 • Bali Expat­­­

Travel

PEMUTERAN:

A ROAD RUNS THROUGH IT

BY ANTONY SUTTON

makes Wall Street look like a quiet afternoon watching cricket. The black sandy beach at Pemuteran is not like that.

Nestled along a pretty 2 km bay, the narrow strip of sand is neatly divided in two. The western end accommodates the resorts and the dive operations; the eastern end is where the villagers live with their fishing boats. But this is no division between big business and the villager. In fact, the exact opposite. Pemuteran is a shining example of how, by involving the local community, local people can feel the benefits of tourism as well as carrying on their traditional way of life without becoming a human zoo for rubbernecking visitors.

As we head clear of Candi Kuning the traffic noticeably thins. We wind our way higher up into the mountains, looking down on the twin lakes of Buyan and Tambilang with numerous lay-bys to soak in the view before descending through Munduk, finally meeting the north coast road.

Pemuteran on Bali’s under populated north coast is a one street village sandwiched between the hills and the sea.

Famous equally for its diving and its inaccessibility, it has escaped the numbers that have flooded the south coast retaining its village charm. The relatively low number of visitors has perhaps contributed to a more ‘genuine’ Balinese experience for visitors jaded by Kuta’s incessant hard sell and “Hello mister, transport mister?”

Both can be jarring on the nerves, as if avoiding the pot holes isn’t enough to keep minds focused.

As I walked down the street after checking in I soon lost count of the number of times I was greeted by smiling locals. And not once did anyone say, “Hello mister”.

Children smiled their toothy white smiles, waving as I walked past, even older people offered a hint of a smile. And nope, nobody tried to sell me anything either.

The laid back pace of the village is not matched by the road that runs through it. Connecting the port town of Gilimanuk with the north coast, buses and lorries tear through the village at a frightening speed, catching the unwary in their slipstream.

Ignoring the traffic, the main street offers a few dive centres, a few salons, the odd restaurant and mini mart. That’s it. None of the shopping malls, bars and surf outlets that attract so many visitors to the island.

wondered what to do next. A week later he bought another one. Then he started buying the eggs.

Over time the villagers came to realize that there was more money to be made by handing turtles over to that white guy who had moved into the village rather than sell them to restaurants.

The communities themselves, understanding what an asset the preservation of these animals has become to their livelihood, have made it compulsory for fishermen who accidently catch one to take it straight to Proyek Penyu where they will receive a small reward.

Numerous environmental initiatives have been set up between the dive operators and the villagers that offer visitors a memorable experience and local people vital cash flow.

Proyek Penyu is one such initiative. Every year it is estimated some 30,000 turtles are caught in the waters around Bali. Most are eaten; some are used in various ceremonies.

The beach itself has the same vibe as the rest of the village.

Unostentatious and yes, laid back.

Too often a beach experience can be ruined by hard sell that

One day, about 20 years ago, Australian expat Chris Brown saw a fisherman had caught a turtle.

Rather than see the animal turned into sate he bought the turtle and

GETTING THERE On a good day it takes about three and a half hours from Bali’s Ngurah Rai International Airport.

With public transport difficult to track down a pre-paid taxi from the airport is the best option though not cheap at 675,000 IDR.

THINGS TO DO

"Every year it is estimated some 30,000 turtles are caught in the waters around Bali. Most are eaten; some are used in various ceremonies."

This is a place to pamper one’s self. Perhaps indulge in a bit of trekking and bird watching in the nearby West Bali National Park, home to the protected and incredibly rare Bali Starling, do some diving then relax with a massage or a spa. A healthy pit stop for those seeking a bit more from their Bali experience than the six temples and a volcano bus tour, the surf and beer of Kuta or the beautiful people who fill Seminyak’s cafés.

PEMUTERAN, NORTH BALI

Baby turtles are released in the morning while the rest are fed in the early evening, usually about 5 pm. Visitors are invited to make donations which have a double purpose; apart from raising funds to keep the project going, it shows the local community that the turtles and their future are valued beyond the confines of the village.

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Dive! Among the operators are Reef Seen, Easy Divers, Sea Rovers Dive Centre and Diving Centres Werner Lau. Apart from that, laze around, watch coconuts fall from the trees and learn about turtles.

EATING & DRINKING Bit of a wasteland to be honest.

Little beyond hotels, warungs and a handful of stand alone restaurants.

PLACES TO STAY Plenty of places in all price ranges stretched out along the strip. As a rule of thumb the more expensive places will be on the beach side of the road. Prices rise during peak seasons.

GETTING AROUND Walk but be careful of the traffic!

ANTONY SUTTON Antony Sutton is a writer based in Jakarta. Please send comments and suggestions to antony@the-spiceislands.com

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Scams

How to Know If a Scam Is a Scam Before You Are Scammed

BY DANIEL NEWCOMER

As I sat in my Jogja hostel after another long day of slaving away in front of empty Word documents I began to think of what it would be like to be a multi-millionaire marketing director for development projects in northern Bali. It sounded nice. It sounded like a way out of my post-college poverty, but then I remembered that I was given that chance about two weeks ago. I politely said no.

When I ask myself if I had given up on one of those rare things from history where an obscure chance made an unsuspecting entrepreneur a millionaire, I realize that I have nothing in common with the likes of Henry Ford, Nikola Tesla, or Pope Sixtus IV. It’s hard to tell whether or not someone’s idea is a scam until you’ve already been scammed, but with some common sense and good advice from some good friends I was given the verdict: SCAM. Although they are never easy to spot in their beginning stages, here is one type of scam floating around the Bali shoreline.

I met a really nice guy online (always a great start to any story…) after conducting some nightly rounds of searching for advice and opportunities regarding my move from East Java to Bali. After a couple of email exchanges and an interview with a man who claimed that he had an offer for me, I was given a huge responsibility. That was it. A couple of simple emails and a Skype interview had then “short-short” listed me as the perfect candidate for a real job where I would make heaps of real money. According to this man, I would be allowed to stay at his house near Denpasar for free since he was temporarily abroad and the house contract wasn’t up until December. Next, he knew someone who could rent me motorbike for about 400,000 IDR a month. I also

"It seems to me as if I’m not the only person who they have come across, and since there are many young and naïve expats throughout Bali who are looking for their big break, they have a lot of people to sift through." was to take care of his dogs. And lastly, I had to help pack up some of his things and arrange to ship it abroad to him, which wasn’t too much of a request and I was happy to do it.

But here’s the kick: in return for a free place to stay, cheap motorbike rental, and fun dogs to play with every day, my job was to help him and his partners retrieve the land titles and get land development authorization from the north Balinese so that his company could then attract investors to seed in millions of dollars to get their property projects off the ground. Additionally, I would not be paid until I successfully retrieved the land titles. I thought it sounded attractive at first, like a real job with responsibility, but then I really thought of it — this man, who had no clue who I was wanted me to speak with the local Balinese and get their land titles. The full project was massive as well, where in the end it would require billions of dollars

of capital and would including a monorail, hotels, resorts, hospitals, bungalows, schools, movie studios, animal parks, water parks, a theme park roughly based on the ideals of Disneyland, fish farms, clean water technologies, and even the development of… wait for it… forests.

First of all, I personally had no clue about what any of this meant, words like venture capital and seeding money meant nothing to me, and second of all, with my Indonesian skills I can barely get the waitress at Pizza Hut to give me pineapples instead of mushrooms on an American Favourite pizza.

Nonetheless, I realized that my skills didn’t come close to what this man was asking of me, but for such a huge project it would seem important for him to ask a little more about my skill level. The only thing they asked

was if I could speak Bahasa Indonesia, which I replied with only one word “bisa”. I didn’t even have time to say “only a little” or “my Indonesian is not good” before this man continued on about the project, speaking at 100 words per minute.

It seems to me as if I’m not the only person who they have come across, and since there are many young and naïve expats throughout Bali who are looking for their big break, they have a lot of people to sift through. It’s important here to look past the six-digit figures they place in front of you and think of the actual job itself. Consider the dimensions of what they are asking you to accomplish. And if all it took for you to get a high-ranking position in a multi-million dollar development project in one of the world’s most sought after properties was easier than taking in a spoonful of sambal, then you are probably dealing with a scam.

It’s hard to know if a scam is a scam before you’ve been scammed, but by placing your ego aside and investigating the matter you can save yourself a whole lot of future trouble. ■

DANIEL NEWCOMER Daniel Newcomer, also known as Destitute Dan, has been travelling around the Java Island where he has been getting into all sorts of trouble.

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Meet the Expat

Sarita Newson of Saritaksu Editions

INDEPENDENT BALI PUBLISHER

BY LEIF HOPE

"I saw a marlin jump out there once." We were sitting in an open balé in Sarita Newson's home office complex near the seashore in Padanggalak on a windy afternoon, looking out over rice fields and surf to the sea, just north of Sanur. In the far distance a yacht had set sail towards Nusa Penida, and a small outboard emerged from the gap in the reef speeding in the same direction.

Sarita’s seaside home, which she built when her husband joined the Indonesian Navy as a newly graduated doctor, has been the family home since 1981. It struck me what a peaceful and creative retreat this home-office must be. The 'taksu' in Saritaksu means "creative inspiration” in Balinese, fitting description of its lure to writers, artists, designers and other like-minded people who seek to publish their books.

Sarita explained that they had nine books on the go, all at different stages of sourcing funding, editing, translation, design and production. In spite of this, the pace of life has taken on a more relaxed flow. Having fully matured as a boutique-publishing house, Saritaksu Editions brings out around six books a year at Sarita’s own pace on subjects as wideranging as traditional Balinese folk tales (“Rajapala and Ken Sulasih”), photography books (“Bali Sacred & Secret”), history (“Bali’s Early Days”), a guide to diving Papua's Raja Ampat Islands and environmentally themed illustrated children’s books.

*** How did you get your passion for books?

My childhood in the 1950s was on an isolated farm in the central hills of New Zealand's North Island, and my siblings all went away to boarding school. I learned to read at four years of age, and have never stopped since.

Is your family involved in the company?

My two sons, civil engineer Kadek Krishna, who now manages his late father’s family business, Lakeview hotel and restaurants overlooking the Batur caldera, and landscape-designer Komang Dhananjaya, both often help me with translations and editing. My daughter Trishna is a professional architect and a meticulous line-editor.

When was the first time you visited Bali?

I first travelled to Bali in 1973, fascinated by the art and culture of the island, and stayed. I had always

Captions of pictures: 1. Sarita and the 1st edition of John Waromi's book in Indonesian 2. Launching Bali SPA Book press conference at Periplus 3. Clean bali series launch 4. Sarita with Tamarra Kaida at the launch of Ogoh-ogoh Balinese Monsters

dreamed of working as a journalist but my parents wanted me to become a doctor. Fate would have it that I would marry one instead! My husband Wayan Armawa was still a medical student when we married and started a family in 1975.

What was your first job on Bali?

I had to take on a number of jobs to help make ends meet. I was Marketing Manager for Bali Handara Golf & Country Club during their transition from Pertamina's private playground to public golf course. By mid-1978 a second child was on the way, so I left that job to manage Cathay Pacific airlines office in Sanur.

When did you start writing for a living?

I also worked part-time as co-editor for the English edition Sunday Bali Post. At that time few journalists wrote in English so the job involved both translating and editing.

When did you start working just for yourself?

I eventually decided to leave Cathay Pacific and start my own business in Sanur, a one-stop shop for

Macintosh computer, this book was the first in-depth illustrated ethnographic study of Sasak women potters.

How did you ever get into publishing dive guides?

We were approached directly by author-photographers, Burt Jones & Maurine Shimlock, to design and publish the first dive guides to West Papua, Diving Raja Ampat (2008), and its sequel, Diving Indonesia's Birdshead Seascape (2010) in cooperation with Conservation International.

What inspired you to get into art and history books?

Our art books often support and compliment an exhibition such as "Reflections, Painting Porcelain Across Asia" by Arlinda Frota, a talented ceramic artist. For Saritaksu's Balinese history series, we worked with the Puri Karangasem Historical Society on a book by A.A.A. Dewi Girindrawardani, called The Last Raja of Karangasem, which includes the research of eminent historian and Indonesia cultural expert, Adrian Vickers.

"I first travelled to Bali in 1973, fascinated by the art and culture of the island, and stayed. I had always dreamed of working as a journalist but my parents wanted me to become a doctor. Fate would have it that I would marry one instead!" graphic design, communications and advertising. It was Bali's second graphics design studio. Those were the days of working till the small hours of the morning to meet deadlines, then waking up early to get the children off to school. But it suited me much better as I could take time off to fit in with the rhythm of my life in Bali full of religious holidays and ceremonies to attend.

When did you start focusing just on publishing?

In 1995 I set up a new graphic design company, Taksu Inc., with a friend, to produce BALI PLUS, a travel guidebook. After two years I moved on again to start Saritaksu as sole ownermanager. I continued to offer graphic design services to my favourite clients so I could focus on publishing.

What was the first book you put out?

Our first major hardcover was Vessels of Life — Lombok Earthenware by Jean McKinnon. Laid out on a brand new

What project are you working on now?

A contemporary fable, written by Papuan poet John Waromi, which captures the life of sea-creatures and the horrific effect of dynamite bomb-fishing upon the underwater environment. We hope to launch the book at the Borobudur Writers and Cultural Festival in Java at the end of October, a new festival focuses on Indonesian writers and history. It will be very special if we can release John’s work, as he is one of those rare gems, a poet who is giving his region of Papua its own voice in Indonesia.

Tell us about your books on preserving the environment?

The Clean Bali Series (www. cleanbaliseries.org) by Maggie Dunkle, first released in 2008, is a line of hardcover trilingual illustrated educational books that promote an environmental theme for children aged five to 12. I believe we can’t start too young in inspiring our readers! ■

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Light Entertianment

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Hero to Zero

BY EAMONN SADLER

“Oy! Elvis! It’s your round!” The words sent shivers down my spine.

Not because I was in a pub with Elvis (I wish), but because the words were aimed at me and they were spoken by a six-foot tall, 250 pound, heavily bearded Hell’s Angel called Grizzly.

I pretended I didn’t hear. “OY!!” he yelled again, “Are you f***ing deaf Elvis? I said it’s your round!” The room fell silent and everyone looked in my direction.

I was 17 years old and I had happily been doing a gig with my band in a pub in the Forest of Dean in England, but after we had finished I was invited against my will to join a bunch of the roughest, loudest, biggest people I had ever seen. They had been comparatively well behaved earlier, listening to the band play and requesting Elvis songs, but now

after a few beers things were getting rowdy. They bought me several drinks even though I told them that I had no money to return the favour, and I tried to leave graciously after each drink, but every time I was told in a good natured yet at the same time intimidating way that I was going to stay there and drink with them whether I wanted to or not because I could “sing like Elvis”.

My lack of funds was no problem when they were relatively sober, but apparently things had changed, at least for their man-mountain of a leader. All the regular patrons and the rest of the band had discreetly left the pub earlier, and now it was midnight and I was alone with half a dozen drunken thugs. Even the landlord hadn’t had the nerve to close the bar. My heart was pounding in

my chest as I struggled for words, my mouth moving but no sound coming out.

Grizzly lost his patience. He pushed his chair back, stood up slowly and made his way round the table towards me, walking like John Wayne and wiping the beer residue from his thick gray and black beard.

I thought about running but I wouldn’t have made it to the door.

I sat there shaking as he positioned himself behind me. He leaned down and whispered in my ear, his surprisingly heavy beard resting on my shoulder and his revolting beer and tobacco-laden breath hot in my ear. “Let me help you Elvis,” he said.

With that he picked me up, complete with the chair I was sitting in, carried me across the room and put me down on top of the bar, still in my chair. The rest of the gang erupted

into hearty laughter and started chanting “Elvis, Elvis, Elvis...” I could see the landlord on the other side of the bar trying to laugh and join the chant with them, but his eyes told me he was just as scared as I was. Not at all what I was hoping for from the one person I thought might be able to save me from the severe beating I was surely about to get. Grizzly spoke loudly over the hilarity. “Barkeep, Elvis wants to buy a round!”

I didn’t know what to do so I sat there in silence and braced myself for a punch. Then the landlord took pity on me. “Ok”, he said, his voice shaking, “I’ll just take it out of your band money Eamonn... I haven’t paid you yet right..?” I breathed a sigh of relief. He was helping me after all. It was technically true that he hadn’t “paid” us because we played every Friday in return for beer and pizza

(in fact the band was called “Free Beer and Pizza” for that reason). I readily agreed and stammered “Oh yeah... that’s right... you haven’t paid us… errrr… yet… please get these gentlemen a drink and take it out of our pay...” My saviour quickly started to pour beers and I thought my troubles were over, but then Grizzly bellowed over the laughter again. “What did he say your name was?” I swallowed hard. “Errr... it’s ‘Eamonn’...” Everyone looked in silence at Grizzly waiting to see his reaction. He reacted. “His name is f***king Amy!” and the whole room burst into laughter again, and the whole gang started chanting “Amy, Amy, Amy...” I much preferred Elvis.

A couple of hours later they were all so drunk I was able to make my escape by climbing out of the toilet window. So much for groupies. ■

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6th Annual BALINALE 2012 International Film Festival Mon, 08 Oct 2012 – Sun, 14 Oct 2012 Galeria 21 Cineplex, Mal Bali Galeria

EXHIBITIONS

18th Indonesia Rendezvous Wed, 03 Oct 2012 – Sat, 06 Oct 2012 Bali International Convention Center Nusa Dua

BALINALE International Film Festival was established in 2007 by Bali Taksu Indonesia Foundation, founded by Christine Hakim, Indonesia's internationally recognized film actress and producer, and Deborah Gabinetti, director of Bali Film Center, the non-profit, non-government Indonesian registered charity organization provides an opportunity to invite foreign filmmakers to screen their films while experiencing Indonesia's accommodating culture and diverse locations for possible film locations or story ideas.

2012 is the year of progress for the Indonesian Insurance Industry. The developments in the industry to initiate better governance would lead to better sustainability for the industry.

IFRS (International Financial Reporting Standards) and FSA (Financial Services Authority) are two interesting subjects to explore in this context.

Sanur Village Festival Wed, 26 Sep 2012 – Sun, 30 Sep 2012 Maisonettee Area, Inna Grand Bali Beach Yoga/ Jazz Festival/ Fun Beach Games/ Environmental Care/ Bazaar and Food Festival/ sanur Kite Festival / Sport / Fishing Contest/ Culinary Challenge/ Under Water Festival / Sanur Golf Tournament Info: +62 361 286 987 +62 361 871 0083 Web: www.gotosanur.com

The most stimulating and enriching time to be in Bali’s creative hub of Ubud is in October, during the annual Ubud Writers & Readers Festival. In 2011, the UWRF smashed attendance records and 2012 looks to be another year of wonder, with a kaleidoscopic program of writers, thinkers, performers and presenters reflecting the beauty and diversity of Ubud’s cultural wealth.

GOLF TOURNAMENT Date : Saturday, October 6th, 2012 Venue : Nirwana Bali Golf Club Tee off : 07.00 am (shot gun format) Depart from the Lobby The Westin Resort, Nusa Dua at 05.00 am Fee includes : 18 hole green fee, golf cart, 2 bottles of mineral water and lunch. Any additional order for snacks and drinks are for personal account.

Opportunities to win — 2 Hole in One Prizes.

For further info, contact : Asosiasi Asuransi Umum Indonesia (General Insurance Association of Indonesia) Jl. Majapahit 34 Blok V/29, Jakarta 10160 — Indonesia Phone : +6221 352 1083 +6221 352 1084

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special events

The poster competition is your chance to be part of something local, national and international. The winning design will be featured on buses, banners, café walls, social media, merchandise and more. You name it, the UWRF will make its mark on it. And this time, it could be your mark that all the world will see.

Summer Closing Party FOSTER THE PEOPLE Sat, 29 Sep 2012 Potato head beach club Potato beach extending high season this year with arrange a Summer Closing Party featuring superfly indie dance rockers FOSTER THE PEOPLE live onstage, Saturday 29 September 2012. get ready for pumped up the night!

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Authentic Balinese food & European cuisine

These discussions will be enriched by contributions from experts from Asia and Europe who will share their experience in implementing IFRS and FSA in their countries.

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The 18th Indonesian Rendezvous 2012 (18 IR/2012) will highlight and explore these subjects in various interactive discussions. The main topic chosen is :

For more information please contact: BALINALE International Film Festival Bali Taksu Indonesia Foundation Jalan Merta Sari 10-B | Sanur 80228 Bali | INDONESIA Phone: 62 (0) 361 270 908 Email: info@balinale.com

Ubud Writers & Readers Festival 2012 Wed, 03 Oct 2012 - Sun, 07 Oct 2012 Ubud, Indonesia

DISCOVER BALI’S MOUNTAIN MYSTERY

MIIKE SNOW DJ set @ Hu'u Bar Bali Friday, 05 Oct 2012 Jalan Petitenget, Seminyak Bali 80361 FREE ENTRY!! (before 10pm) cover charge: 200k inclusive 1 bottle of Stark beer. Get limited MIIKE SNOW MASKS while stock last ! supported by: STARK BEER OLENKA AUDiO BOT STUDIOS LOVE IN TENTS VODKA O AERIAL7 Table Reservations Phone: +62 361 473 6576 Email: info@huubali.com Web: www.huubali.com

Bali's Annual International Event Kuta Karnival A Celebration of Life Wed, 10 Oct 2012 – Sun, 14 Oct 2012 Kuta Bali A Celebration of Life" with all family & friends in this such a beauty island...

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WORKSHOPS

Enchanting Bali Photo Safari by Australian professional photographers Mark Rayner and David Metcalf Fri, 16 Nov 2012 – Fri, 23 Nov 2012 Bali Please come and join Australian professional photographers Mark Rayner and David Metcalf on a spectacular photography tour of the beautiful island of Bali. Fri Nov 16 – Fri Nov 23 2012 (2 day optional extension to Mt ijen, East Java) This is not the normal "Tourist" Bali visit. This is a journey to see hidden gems and magical places you would not normally see at the typical tourist haunts of Bali. You will visit ancient hidden temples, iconic terraced paddy fields still ploughed by hand and view amazing landscapes as well as Wonderous waterfalls and mountain views. This will be a photographic sensory overload! The people of remote villages with their unrivalled friendliness. This photography workshop and tour is not to be missed.

About Mark Rayner Mark is a Fully Accredited AIPP Professional Photographer living at Woodford near Queensland's Sunshine Coast and has been an avid photographer since his early teens. Mark is a well respected and accomplished wedding and portrait photographer who has a passion for landscape, wildlife and macro photography. Constantly looking for new and improved techniques, Mark stays at the cutting edge of photography to make sure you are always kept up-to-date.

Macro and landscapes may seem at opposite ends of the photographic spectrum but Mark's results are testament to his skill in these areas. Mark’s work is as diverse as it is creative. It includes surreal landscapes, insects, flora and fauna, as well as wedding and portrait

photography. Mark is a member of the National Association of Photoshop Professionals and is an expert in digital workflow and post-processing techniques using Photoshop and other commercial software.

Mark loves helping people with their photographic pursuits and draws on his vast wealth of accumulated knowledge to ensure you learn what's needed to improve. He will be happy to share his experience with you and bring out the best in your photography, whether you own a simple “Point and Shoot” digital camera or a sophisticated digital SLR. Please visit Mark's business website, Tailored Photography to view Mark's photography.

Photographic Prerequisites: This amazing photography tour workshop is designed to suit the beginner or serious enthusiast. A digital SLR (Single Lens Reflex) camera is recommended, however, any camera that has manual functions would also be suitable. Best lenses to bring include a longer zoom and wide angled lens (and macro lens if you own one). A sturdy tripod is essential, especially for our landscape and macro photography sessions.

Some of the topics that will be covered: Landscape, Macro, Sunrise/ sunsets, Ancient temple ruins etc, HDR techniques, Composition, Lighting (natural/flash/reflectors etc), Exposure and metering techniques, Filters , Streamlining your digital workflow and image post-processing techniques Inclusions: All meals, Transport, Park fees, Accommodation, Professional photographers fee, Tour guide fees, E-book of best images take.

We stay in 4 star accommodation where possible and 3 star (best choice hotel) in smaller towns. Exclusions: Tips, Alcohol, Airfares to and from Bali.

Costs: 7 Nights/ 8 Days $3330 Single $2930 Double. Ijen extension: 9 Nights/10 Days extra $800 Single $680 Double. This workshop is limited to 10 participants to ensure a high student/tutor ratio. The workshop requires a minimum 6 bookings to proceed. Please note this workshop is operated by Tailored Photography (Mark Rayner) and David Metcalf Photography (David Metcalf) For RSVP online go to www. davidmetcalfphotography.com Email at: davidmetcalf3@mac.com

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Contact details: sandratotin@hotmail.com FOR YEARLY RENT NEW MODERN 2 BEDROOM VILLA IN KEROBOKAN Brand new 2 bedroom villa w/pool in Kerobokan for rent 85 million/year (nego).

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Contact: sandratotin@hotmail.com Cheap land for sale in Ubud Bali - FOR SALE CHEAP LAND, 46 ARE — UBUD/ BADUNG – IDR 60 MLN/ARE — Rare opportunity from direct owner. Now this beautiful piece of land belongs to region Badung. After road access investment(approximately IDR 800 MLN) it will belong to region UBUD, worth at least IDR 150 MLN/ARE! Increase of IDR 90 MLN/are! More info or viewing appointment: cheap-ubud-land@hotmail. com FOR SALE 3 BEDROOM VILLA CANGGU STUNNING new fully furnished CANGGU villa/480m², pool, 3 ensuite bedrooms, closable living, office, garage, USD

300.000 or villa + 5 are land next to the villa USD 400.000 both negotiable.

Contact 0877 6100 6922, van. balder@ gmail. com FOR YEARLY RENT NEW MODERN 2 BEDROOM VILLA IN KEROBOKAN BALI Brand new 2 bedroom villa w/pool in Kerobokan for rent 85 million/year (nego).

Unfurnished, expat area, secured, private, 2–3 minutes from Lio Square/Seminyak.

Contact: sandratotin@hotmail.com FOR SALE CHEAP LAND, 46 ARE — UBUD/BADUNG – IDR 60 MLN/ARE — Rare opportunity from direct owner.

Now this beautiful piece of land belongs to region Badung. After road access investment(approximately IDR 800 MLN) it will belong to region UBUD, worth at least IDR 150 MLN/ARE! Increase of IDR 90 MLN/are! More info or viewing appointment: cheap-ubud-land@hotmail. com Dreamland, for sale/rent, 3 storey house, 7 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, 3 kitchens, 3 lounge rooms, fully furnished, pool, BBQ area, Hak Milik/freehold, has hotel license. View pictures on dreamlandhomestay.com. Sell Aust $ 490.000. Rent Rp. 300 mill/yr. Ph/SMS +62 878 6184 3997 Cafe for sale “The Drop Inn”. Good location, close to Nirmala Supermarket in Ungasan. Nicely renovated. Just needs a little investment to make it great. 6 months left on lease and cheap rent after that. Will sell for Rp. 50 million. Current owner leaving Bali. Contact Owen on 0877 8189 0734 or lazylacey101@yahoo. co.uk for viewing New Villa for rent. 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, open living, kitchen, garden, outside restroom, storage room, garage, river and ricefield view near Echo beach, Canggu. Please contact (0361) 885 5758/0813 3812 1909 For lease 15 years, Kost Exclusive, 14 rooms, fully furnished, LCD TV, hot water, refrigerator, kitchen set, carpark. Good investment. Price IDR 2.5 Billion (nego).

Please email: nyomanaril@gmail.com Room for rent at Jimbaran, Jln. Bukit Hijau no. 6. Fully furnish, kitchen, bathroom, garden, parking, maid. Free electricity for monthly. 2,5 mill monthly or 200k daily. Call 081 2395 8971 Freehold land for sale. 11 are at Dewi Saraswati Sunset Road, Kuta. Great location for hotel or villas, only for seriously buyer. Contact 0812 3678 9798 for inspection no broker!!

Kuta studio apartments, Poppies Lane.

Buy one or both. 2 x one bedroom one bathroom, fully renovated and furnished.

Private balconies, resort pool. 91/2 year lease, extendable. AUD$38,000 each negotiable. Photo’s and inclusions. n-e-d@bigpond.net.au

Successful, highly effective Hotel General Manager in very good position wants to make Bali home for his family.

I am personal, approachable and very passionate, 20+ years of international 5 star hospitality experience. Cornell education, F & B, HR and S & M background is looking for The one, unique and rewarding opportunity in Bali.

I want to have fun while accomplishing great goals, raising the bar, and achieve long term success. Please contact me at npbali04@hotmail.com

JOBS (VACANCIES) Looking for Shop Manager, experience in retail business, selling skills, good English.

Good salary+commission. Send CV to contact@thegallerybali.com SPG Model Hostess Wanted. Must speak English, 5 Million + Commission P/M. Contact Marcus 0819 9913 8837 Urgently Required. International fashion label seeking: Purchasing Raw Material/Trims. Min.2yrs experience in similar industry. Intensive knowledge of purchasing raw material textile and accessories. Comp. literate. Good English.

Female, age 25-35 yrs. Work under pressure and Honest. Send CV to jobs@ shakuhachi.net Wanted: IT professionals for fastgrowing Australian IT company. We are currently looking for Microsoft Certified, experienced IT staff for our Bali office.

If you are Indonesian and interested in a full-time position and exciting career, please send your CV to jobs.asia@ connected.com.au. Only applicants with Microsoft Certifications will be considered.

The best selection of candidates for all positions and all levels. All candidates are pre-selected to simplify your choice, saving your time. Positions Available: Hotel Contracting Mgr, Architect / Drafter, Chief Accountants, Secretary / PA, Financial Planning Mgr, Web Developer, Operations Manager, HRD Manager, S & M Sup / Manager, Programmers. Visas and Permits. Business / Social - Entry and Exit. KITAS - Work Permits. Company Formation. PMA - PT - CV – Local. For additional jobs and information visit: www.concordservices-bali.com. CVs welcome for all positions. No fee to applicants - completely confidential. mail@concordservices-bali.com. Tel. 769073. Istana Kuta Galeria PM1 No. 18.

SERVICES We just launched our new website http://www.villa-bali.com about renting villas in Bali.

We think the best possibilities of accomodation in Bali are villas, since you get the best services, your own privacy and experience the most of Bali's living and culture. All of the villas on our website are hand-picked and well-chosen.

Web Designer. I can help you to develop website with personal price, including hosting or domain name also printing project. Call 781 7447 or 081 2389 5551 for further discuss or portfolio please visit the website: www.thenbagus.com

“Bali — Homestay Villa in the Clouds” — soft opening September 2012.

Very quiet country estate of 850 m above sea level, between the village Jatiluwih with its famous rice terrasses, and the mountain BATUKARU, 2200 m.

We guarantee cool climate, no pollution, exquisite for relaxation.

Go on hiking tours into protected forest, or just sit in fresh air outside and enjoy the overwhelming panorama, unmatched anywhere else in Bali.

Your hosts will be Thomas, Hedy, and three golden retrievers.

Please contact us on our email for more information : villa. intheclouds@yahoo.com

JOBS (LOOKING FOR WORK) I’m looking for part time job. Working at home, have internet connection.

Experienced in admin and data entry.

Speak English and Bahasa. Please e-mail: madedewi83@gmail.com

Give yourself relaxing break today! RAI SEPTIARINI: massage therapist, 5 years experience (i bring fresh massage sheets, face towel, oils, face cradle, speaker with relaxing music) home service 9am – 9pm (legian, seminyak, kerobokan, canggu, pererenan, cemagi) More information & appointment : 085 333 177 016 or rai.spatherapist@gmail.com Bali Employment & Nanny Service. Phone 0361 8839741 / 081353149586. www. balinanny.net. We Provide: Housekeeper, Housemaid, Babysitter/Nanny freelance & permanent, Driver, Security, Gardener, Pool Cleaner, Office Staff, Waitress, Cook, etc. English/Indonesia speaking, live in & out, female & male. Good Service With Guarantee.

OTHERS Moving Sale; 1 pcs teakwood cabinet 2 M long x 70 cm high x 60 cm width Rp. 2,5 mill, 2 pcs small teakwood bench single sofa Rp. 1,2 mill and 1 medium.

Rp. 1,5 mill, 1 large teakwood bench sofa 2 M long x 1 M high x 80 cm width. Rp. 3,5 mill. Photo available for e-mail. Call 0813 3872 4288

For Sale Apple iPad I, 32 gigs, 3G & Wifi, excellent condition, full of game & application, like new, very good battery.

Sale Rp. 3 million. Call 0878 6030 0900.

3 Persian carpet. Size 310x200cm, origin: Mash’had: $1,000. /140x260cm, Origin: Tabriz= silk & cotton: $800. /140x230cm, origin: Kerman: $700. To receive photos, please SMS your e-mail address to: 081. 999. 599. 062.

Cute , healthy, vaccinated pups for adoption from Bali Adoption Rehab Centre BARC call Linda 081 855 0947 Save a Bali puppy today! Loveable puppies desperately looking for temporary foster homes. Please call BAWA 977 217 For sale: SwissPro undercounter drinking water station. Still boxed. Never used.

Phone Erika (0361) 900 2530. Kerobokan Antique Chinese altar table for sale, min.

80 years old. Size H:1.20m, L:2.00m.

Original condition. Price Rp. 4.5 jt. Tel: 0813 3863 4748. Kerobokan For Sale — Watch Omega constellation automatic chronometer steel incl. original steel bracelet, condition like new. All original, 50 years old, this watch is an original one. Price: 4,5 juta. Tel: 0813 3863 4748 BB Torch 9800 black, unlocked from Europe, like new, with rubber covers, box and loaders. I send pictures, Rp. 2.3 million. 0813 3718 8727 / mybalidays@ gmail.com Laptop 10.1” HP (Hewlett-Packard) Mini 110-3014TU, good condition, Windows 7, HDD 160GB, memory 1024Mb, web-cam, WiFi. Rp2.7jt. External DVD/RW Writer (Samsung/SE S084) for Windows 7 & Mac compatible, USB powered.good condition with box. Rp. 300.000. 0813 3773 2090.Seminyak Restaurant/warung equipment in Kerobokan, high quality glass top teak wood tables & chairs, showcase chiller, freezer, refrigerator, etc. All items still in good condition. Further information please contact 0813 1900 8190 Wanted Chihuahua puppy. John 0813 3806 4583 Rescued young male Bali dog, sterilized, around 5 months old, cute and never aggressive, playful, is looking for a new family in a safe place. He needs company of another dog and safety. cyrillepeters@ hotmail.com or 0878 8803 1829

Seaweed is a commodity with ever increasing value and strongly promoted by the Indonesian Government. Processed into CARRAGENAN it is the highly prices base for cosmetica, food and beverages, etc.

We have already collected extensive experience on a field trial basis and look for a financial partner to develop this business into a professional enterprise with high return of investment.

Our email address is : manganisim@ yahoo.com

For Sale purebred female GreatDane (Scoobydoo), 2 months old very active and healthy poppies. 0857 3713 1720, gery.lengkong@gmail.com Canon lens 70-200 mmF 2.8 L series, condition like new, come with hood, box, warranty card, pouch ex warranty Datascrip Indonesia April 2012 code lens UZ price 10.5 juta Negotiable. Call/SMS 0812 3612 6777 For Sale; 6’3 surfboard by Geragthy South Africa. Gun shape in good condition.

Wanting for Rp. 2.5 million or swap for a bigger board at the same condition.

Please contact 0812 3931 9777.

Kerobokan.

PERSONALS Looking for someone who would like to play squash a couple of times a week. Intermediate level. There are two excellent courts in South Kuta beach. I live in Sanur, have a car and can give a lift. E-mail alice41@mail.com or SMS 0812 3924 0453 40 yo Australian man looking for Indonesian woman for relationship.

Must be 25-45, speak some English and willing to live in Australia for 5-10 years before returning to Bali. Send photos and information to baliwife@dr.com

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