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THE SKY'S THE LIMIT: ROOFTOP DINING IN THE CAPITAL SURABAYA: BEYOND EXPECTATIONS CONTEMPORARY PHOTOGRAPHY IN BALI

INDONESIAN PRESIDENTIAL ELECTIONS 2014

The Aftermath

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

Indonesia's Largest Expatriate Readership

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Contributors Sophie Chavanel Richard Horstman Kristian Julius David Metcalf Daniel Pope Eamonn Sadler Graeme Steel Donny Syofyan LL. Wing Kenneth Yeung

“Bring your relatives to Jakarta, there’s no problem with that, as long as they have enough money to buy homes or to stay in hotels.” He added that there’s no problem with domestic workers coming who stay in their employer’s homes. His warning to those coming to Jakarta without jobs or money is to prevent further illegal settlements alongside the riverbanks, railroads and dams. Jokowi was also reported to have told villagers in Java not to bother coming to Jakarta, as getting a job is not easy.

We hope you’ve enjoyed the Idul Fitri break and the back to work blues doesn’t hover around for long. If you managed to get away, we hope it was a refreshing trip, and if you stayed in Jakarta, you would have enjoyed the extremely quiet roads and fresh air. Bali was busy over the holidays, with thousands of local tourists flocking in from neighbouring islands. In Java, traffic was high when travellers made their way back to their hometowns (mudik). An estimated 19.29 million people made the trip home and back this year, a figure up by around 3% from last year. Every year, Jakarta’s population grows after the Idul Fitri holidays, as workers returning home will invite their family members to try their luck in the Big Durian. This year, the figure is estimated at 68,500 new arrivals, which is a

third higher than last year’s figure. Previously, this issue has been tackled with raids, sending those without Jakarta ID cards home. This year, acting Governor Basuki Tjahaja Purnama (Ahok) said,

Surabaya, East Java, to discover what touristic gems this historic city has on offer. In Food & Drink, Sophie Chavanel takes you to her favourite rooftop eateries in the capital, and Richard Horstman discusses contemporary photography in Bali for the art lovers out there. We also meet the founder of Balinale Film Festival, Deborah Gabinetti and the CEO of MesaStila Group, Richard Daguise in our Meet the Expats. Enjoy and may the transition back in to work be a smooth one!

Now that it’s business as usual, what does our post-Idul-Fitri-andpresidential-election issue have in store for you? Kenneth Yeung has the featured story, which is a look at what the election results actually mean for Indonesia – a must-read. Our travel story this issue takes us to my birth city of

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Contents

Featured All for One and One for All

Art of the Indies Contemporary Photography in Bali

Meet the Jakarta Expat Richard Daguise

Scams in the City Casting for Sex and Money

Meet the Bali Expat Deborah Gabinetti

Food and Drink Dining with the Stars

Worthy Causes Rainforestation on the BRINCC: Barito River Initiative for Nature Conservation and Communities

Literature Fitriyanti Dahlia: Specializing in Biography

Dua Tangan Cukup Calling for #Selfiesampah (Trash Selfie)!

Light Entertainment Daisy Luck Strikes Again

Faces of Indonesia Pilius, The Dayak Kenyah Elder

Travel Surabaya â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Beyond Expectation

Business Profile Elsie Mullers

Events

Business Snippet Cigarette Kings Reign Superme on Wealth-X's Indonesian Rich List

Humorous Observations The Big Drink

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Announcements Points of View Open Letter to the Gracious People of Indonesia

Classifieds Business Directory

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FEATURED

Kenneth Yeung is a Jakarta-based editor

All for One and One for All The only thing to expect in the short-term from Joko Widodo’s election as Indonesia’s seventh president is uncertainty, largely because the losing contestant, Prabowo Subianto, seems incapable of conceding defeat. By Kenneth Yeung

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Court, which rejected Megawati’s claim of massive vote fraud. By the time of the April 2014 general election, Prabowo had grown in stature. He was making fiery nationalistic speeches, blaming Indonesia’s economic woes on foreigners profiting from the country’s natural resources. Gerindra came third in the election with 11.81% of the vote. This was enough for Prabowo to form a coalition of six parties backing him for the July 9 presidential election. He was supremely confident of victory and said “losing is not an option”. He even told voters they could accept bribes, provided they voted for him. There was also an effective smear campaign against Joko Widodo, resulting in a terribly divisive election. When quick count results showed that Jokowi had won by about 5%, Prabowo said he would wait for the General Elections Commission (KPU) to announce the official

ave you ever heard of D’Artagnan complex? Best known as a character from The Three Musketeers, D’Artagnan was a real life French nobleman and soldier, who in 1667 rose to the position of Captaine Lieutenant of the Musketeers of the Guard (the elite fighting unit of the French monarchy). He was second only to the king in military rank and served under two kings. In fiction, D’Artagnan became known as the leader of three gallant musketeers — Athos, Porthos and Aramis — yet he was not counted among the heroic trio. What does this have to do with Indonesia? Nothing, apart from a tenuous link to Sumitro Djojohadikusumo, the architect of the modern Indonesian economy and also the father of Prabowo Subianto. The late Indonesian journalist and historian Rosihan Anwar in 2001 quipped that Sumitro, who served as a minister under both founding president Sukarno and authoritarian president Suharto, suffered from D’Artagnan complex, always believing himself to be better than those around him. Sumitro’s dissatisfaction prompted him in the late 1950s to support anti-Sukarno rebellions funded by the CIA. When these revolts failed, Sumitro in 1958 went into exile with his family. They did not return to Indonesia until 1968, when Suharto had consolidated power. Those who know the family say that Sumitro instilled in Prabowo from a young age the belief that he was destined to become a future leader of Indonesia. After all, their impressive lineage dates back to Javanese sultans. The surest path to the

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presidency was the military, so Prabowo in 1970 entered the Military Academy. His younger brother, Hashim, needed little encouragement to go into business. Prabowo became one of the fastest-rising stars of the Indonesian Armed Forces, his 1983 marriage to Suharto’s middle daughter Titiek helping his advancement and, later, Hashim’s business fortunes. Prabowo attended military training courses in the US and Germany, where his intelligence and his fluency in English impressed many. He became one of Suharto’s youngest three-star generals, but it seemed that Suharto was more intent on grooming his eldest daughter, Tutut, for the presidency. Everything came crashing down in May 1998 when the military and political elite abandoned Suharto amid mass protests fuelled by a devastating financial crisis. In a case of “like father, like son”, Prabowo found himself going into self-imposed exile, after he was discharged from the military in August 1998 for abductions of civilians and insubordination. At that time, he lacked sufficient support to have had any chance of taking power. He always insists he would never have attempted a coup. In 2009, he told an Australian interviewer: “Many of my colleagues … accused me of not being brave enough. You know some of my foreign friends, foreign generals, when I stepped down, they said Prabowo you’re stupid! Why didn’t you take over? And I said No, no I believe in Constitution you know and I want to uphold my Constitution. That’s my oath. Come on Prabowo, once you’re in power write your own Constitution.” Hashim’s Tirtamas Group, valued at several billion dollars before the crisis, was severely

MEMBERS OF HIS COALITION, WHICH WILL CONTROL 63% OF SEATS IN THE HOUSE COME OCTOBER, HAVE VOWED TO FORM A SPECIAL COMMITTEE OF INQUIRY INTO THE ALLEGED CHEATING.

dented. He rebuilt some of his fortune, partly by selling a Kazakhstan oil field for $1.9 billion in 2007. Last year, Hashim’s net worth was put at $700 million by Forbes magazine.

result on July 22. A few hours before the KPU declared Jokowi the winner with 53.15% of the vote, Prabowo declared he was withdrawing from the election because of “massive cheating”.

IMAGE BUILDING In April 2004, Prabowo took his first shot at the presidency, joining Golkar Party’s inaugural presidential convention. There were four other contenders: Golkar kingpin Akbar Tandjung, tycoon Aburizal Bakrie, ex-general Wiranto and media magnate Surya Paloh. Prabowo finished last, with just 39 of 547 votes. He didn’t cry foul play. Instead, he hired some American political consultants, David Axelrod and Alex Castellanos, to help bolster his image and strategy.

He is now challenging the result at the Constitutional Court, which is expected to reject his vague and error-ridden lawsuit. Yet Prabowo won’t go quietly. Members of his coalition, which will control 63% of seats in the House come October, have vowed to form a special committee of inquiry into the alleged cheating. This opposition bloc — if it holds together — could also introduce its own legislation.

To establish some grassroots appeal, Prabowo became chairman of the Indonesian Farmers Association, the Indonesian Pencak Silat Association and the Indonesian Traditional Market Traders Association. In 2008, his associates formed the Great Indonesia Movement Party (Gerindra) to nominate Prabowo for the presidency in 2009. After Gerindra won only 4.6% of votes in that year’s general election, Prabowo became Megawati Sukarnoputri’s running mate for the presidential election, which they lost to the incumbent, Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono. The loss was appealed at the Constitutional

RISING TO DESTINY? Prabowo’s harshest critics have branded him a delusional megalomaniac with narcissistic personality disorder. In an interview with Al Jazeera's Maria Ressa in July, Prabowo offered some insight into his psyche. Asked how he defined himself, he replied: “Have you ever read Paolo Coelho? Have you ever read The Warrior of the Light? I find myself in that book. If you want to understand me, then you have to read that book.” Warrior of the Light, A Manual is a turgid volume of inspirational aphorisms, all about “rising to your destiny”. One particularly ripe passage reads: “The moment that he begins to walk along it, the warrior of

Election Tweets light recognises the Path. Each stone, each bend cries welcome to him. He identifies with the mountains and the streams, he sees something of his own soul in the plants and the animals and the birds of the field. Then, accepting the help of God and of God's Signs, he allows his Personal Legend to guide him towards the tasks that life has reserved for him.” And there’s this gem: “Do not be ashamed to make a temporary withdrawal from the field if you see that your enemy is stronger than you; it is not winning or losing a single battle that matters, but how the war ends.” The big question now is whether Prabowo can keep his coalition intact. Golkar has never been in opposition, as there is little money to be made there. A hostile parliament could block Jokowi’s policies and even impeach him. Erratic Muslim cleric Abdurrahman ‘Gus Dur’ Wahid was impeached and sacked as president in 2001, although he made the “error” of upsetting the military and most of the political elite. Jokowi will not be so erratic. Some of Prabowo’s supporters, including Islamic extremists, are using a members-only Facebook group to call for the “destruction” of Jokowi, branding him a threat to Indonesia and

Islam. They quote fake news and label Jokowi as Chinese, a monkey, a communist, a Zionist, a Christian, a cheat, and a puppet of the West and of China. Prabowo has publicly called on his supporters to avoid violence, but the online threats continue. Prabowo’s achievement in coming so close to victory was amazing. He can now either take a step back and try again in 2019, or he can carry on with his petulant rants and leave Indonesia facing an uncertain future. Or his coalition partners may simply abandon him. As for Jokowi, it will be interesting to see if his planned “mental revolution” can be achieved: if police, bureaucrats and politicians will stop taking bribes; if people will stop electing crooked politicians; if his cabinet will be partly crowdsourced or based mostly on political compromises. Let’s hope he is given a fair chance to implement his ideas and heal social rifts. All for one nation and one nation for all. One passage that Prabowo may like to consider from the Coelho book is: “The Warrior of the Light knows how to lose…. He accepts defeat as defeat and does not try to make a victory out of it.”

@josdewolk Congratulations #Indonesia, which "may have just pulled off 1 of the most transparent #elections in history of democracies." #pemilu2014 @andryangouw A very hands-on president. That will be the major difference with our past presidents. @Andelisia Andelisia Darmansius I am so glad Indonesian presidential election has ended. Congratulations Pak @jokowi_do2 #pemilu2014 #indonesia #PresidenJOKOWI @shaundlevine Quick count winners #pemilu2014 are SMRC, RRI, @kompascom @Metro_TV with Indikator Politik.. Maybe now their results will be taken seriously @baptist_simon I think we @TheEIU will need to upgrade #indonesia in our next #democracy index, great to see a vigorous but fair campaign #pemilu2014 @eharfenist Let the rupiah appreciation commence (please)! #Pemilu2014 #IndonesiaElection2014 $JKSE

@zegmaarlely It's not a matter of choosing the right or wrong one, but respecting the time, system, and people. #pemilu2014 @si_imzan Election's over,let's all accept the result with a big heart,there's still a lot of things that needs to be done in Indoneasia #pemilu2014 @DanielZiv Lies, manipulation, fear-mongering, insecurity & paranoia LOST in this election. Trust in Indonesia's people WON. @benjaminbland This has been Indonesia's first open data election, where people can find out the results before the official updates @NalakaG How Internet played major role in making #Indonesia election transparent: Can #kawalpemilu2014 be replicated in Asia? @aulia Prabowo camp threatens impeachment on first parliamentary session of President Joko Widodo’s term

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MEET THE JAKARTA EXPAT

Richard Daguise THE FRENCH CEO OF MESA HOTELS & RESORTS

By Gabriella Panjaitan

organizations. We have helped children, elderly and many more so far. “Berlari untuk Berbagi” was just one of the many charity programmes that we initiated in. As the Mesa properties are scattered all around Indonesia (and even one in Spain), do you get to travel a lot to these locations? What other parts of Indonesia have you travelled to? Part of my job requires me to travel a lot. Half of my time is spent traveling to our hotels in Indonesia or in Europe. For leisure, I have travelled to most parts of Indonesia, except Sulawesi. That’s on my 'bucket list'. What do you love most about the hotel industry in Indonesia? The vibe, the changes, the people and all the exotic places in Indonesia make the hotel industry here very exciting. What other hotels/resorts does the Mesa brand encapsulate? Mesa Hotels and Resorts comprises of grandkemang Hotel, Jakarta, MesaStila in Magelang, The Edge in Bali, and Finca Cortesin in Malaga, Spain. Soon to add to the portfolio will be hotels in Ubud and Bandung. How did the recent world cup/elections/lebaran combination of events affect the hotels? Surprisingly for our hotels, the combination of events such as World Cup, elections and lebaran did not particularly have any effect. We were still enjoying high level of occupancies during this time. However, grandkemang Hotel in Jakarta did see a slight drop in occupancy during the lebaran holidays.

Where are you originally from? Why the move to Indonesia? Am originally from France. After several years spent in London following my degree in France, I decided, for personal reasons, to move to Indonesia. I have not left since. It was back in 1993. You are now CEO of Mesa Hotels & Resorts. When did you assume the position? Were you in the hospitality business before that? I assumed the position of CEO for Mesa Hotels and Resorts in 2006, when I was also appointed Managing Director for grandkemang Hotel, a position that I still assume today, beside my role as the CEO for the group. I have been in the hospitality Industry from the year 1990, working with companies such as Hilton, Sheraton, Ritz Carlton, and Alila in Indonesia. What tasks fill up your day as CEO? My day is filled with dealing with our different hotel General Managers and Financial Controller for the group, as well as communicating extensively with our hotels in Europe. My days also take care of meeting and communicating with potential owners or investors interested in getting into a working relationship with Mesa Hotels and Resorts. Never a dull moment. Unfortunately, and given the tasks at hand, I don’t get to spend as much time with the team as I wish I could. Yet again, you know what they say: “It’s about quality, not quantity”. Tell us what Mesa means and how it’s related to the philosophy of the hotel. What does the brand value? Mesa literally means a hill with a vast and wide level area on the top. It symbolizes the height of experiences and the quality of live elevation that Mesa Hotels and Resorts aims to offer. Mesa Hotels and Resorts believe in providing an environment that indulges people in signature experiential journeys to inspire and elevate their life. At Mesa Hotels and Resorts, we value Integrity, Achievement, Teamwork, Excellence and Innovation. 8

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One of the Mesa properties, Mesa Stila, is located in Magelang and hosts the yearly marathon event, Mesa Stila Challenge. Tell us how the event started. How do you benefit from the race? We started the MesaStila challenge a few years back already. It started small with a few runners, and became one of Java’s biggest yearly marathons, with more than 300 runners joining last year. MesaStila has always been very strong in promoting and offering wellness experiences to its customers. We wanted to extend our “offer” to a much broader spectrum and thought of organizing a marathon through the beautiful landscapes of Central Java, and promote the event throughout Indonesia for people to come and join. And they did! That’s how it all started: a dream we all had somehow.

We’ve heard about the newest venture for the Mesa group, which is a resort in the Thousand Islands. Do you think this will be the new go-to place for a weekend getaway from Jakarta? What’s being done to keep the environment surrounding the resort (and its wildlife) protected? Definitely the new go-to place for a weekend getaway from Jakarta, yes. The Reef will offer unlimited use of all island facilities and water equipment. The resort will offer specialized spa treatments, private yacht charter for tours of the island chain, as well as gourmet beach picnics. If you’re seeking exclusivity, The Reef will keep the noise and clutter of everyday life at bay, while letting you be pampered like royalty. Guests won’t be distracted by modern technology and new-fangled accents here.

The race brings awareness to people about MesaStila as a wellness retreat, and showcases Central Java, and more specifically Magelang; a less travelled destination.

Mesa Hotels and Resorts will introduce a concept that involves preserving the island’s natural beauty and spirit, aided by friendly staff. From the very start, our vision is to create a high quality private resort in Pulau Karang Beras, with as little impact on the environment and coral reefs as possible. The concept is to use the best technology available to build and maintain a small bubble of humanity surrounded by virgin coral reefs and lush tropical vegetation. Mesa Hotels and Resorts is taking extreme environmental precautions because of our deep personal love and respect for the life of the sea and the nature and the environment.

The Mesa Stila Challenge was in conjunction with charity programs, such as ‘Berlari Untuk Berbagi’, which was initiated by Sandi Uno. Are you and the Mesa Group involved in many charity programmes? Mesa Hotels and Resorts is very much involved in charity and we always strive to organize any of our events at any of our properties in conjunction with helping charity

MEET THE BALI EXPAT

LL. Wing is a NYC artist and writer.

You have over 20 years of experience in the film industry. Tell me about your experience prior to coming here. I have been a member of the Screen Actors Guild since 1977, but after years of auditioning and only getting work in a couple of commercials and feature films, I quickly realized I was much better at recognizing talent than being one, so I started working at a leading modelling agency and then opened my own NYC casting agency focusing on children. When did you make your first trip to Indonesia? 1992. I didn’t have a clue where Indonesia was until a New York director friend of mine asked if I would be interested in coming to Jakarta to work on a couple of productions. Commercial television was just opening up here and he was having difficulty with the talent; finding people to cast, being prepared and showing up on time. I was overwhelmed by Jakarta. Although I had come from a big city, the smells, the sounds and the people were all so foreign to me, every day was such a challenge. After several months of helping on a few productions, I returned to NYC. But something about Indonesia and the people fascinated me and I felt that one day I would return, which I did in 1995. I lived in Jakarta for several years, working as a casting director and producer of children’s programmes, commercials and corporate videos. During that time, I had the opportunity to work alongside major networks (CNN, ESPN, Discovery, TNT Cartoon Network, HBO) with the newly launched Indovision, but moved to Bali soon after due to the Asian financial crisis and the lack of projects being developed in the capital. When did the Bali Film Centre come into existence? Bali has a long history of attracting filmmakers and was the setting for the last silent film ever produced in Hollywood, Legong: Dance of the Virgins, released in 1935 by Paramount International, directed by Henri de La Falaise and produced by his wife actress Constance Bennett and starring an ‘all native cast’. Since then, there were so many foreign crews coming to film in the country, particularly in Bali, but there was no office to provide any assistance or support. The centre was just a natural fit and in 2002 I presented the idea to the Bali Governor to establish a film promotion office. Two years later, the Minister of Culture & Tourism, Bapak Ardika, gave us his endorsement to represent all of Indonesia. Our main aim is to persuade more foreign filmmakers to utilize Indonesian locations, story ideas and its talented creative people.

What film shot here in Bali was the most interesting to work on? We are extremely proud to have been a part of Sony Pictures’ Eat Pray Love. When I learned that Plan B Entertainment had bought the rights to Elizabeth Gilbert’s book, I flew to LA to meet the producers personally. I felt it was crucial to get them to experience Bali first-hand, so invited them to the BALINALE where they would have an opportunity to see Indonesian movies and meet talented local filmmakers to prove that there was a viable industry that could offer the required support.

Deborah Gabinetti (BFC) with Oliver Stone at Film Preimere of SAVAGES (Photo Property of Bali Film Center)

DEBORAH GABINETTI Originally from Springfield, Massachusetts, U.S.A., Deborah is the founder of the Bali Film Center, an international film promotion board to ensure foreign production companies receive professional assistance and information when filming in Bali or anywhere in Indonesia. Ms. Gabinetti is on the Board of Directors of the Asian Film Commission and started the Bali International Film Festival (also known as BALINALE). By LL. Wing

It’s proven that higher visibility of a country in film or television can create a positive global image, help boost tourism potential, generate revenue and jobs and contribute to the growth of its domestic film industry. You also created the Bali International Film Festival (also known as BALINALE). When was that opened and what are you planning for the festival this year? Christine Hakim (award winning filmmaker and UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for Teacher Education in Southeast Asia) and I founded the Bali Taksu Indonesia Foundation in 2007. The foundation’s philosophy is that the sharing of knowledge through arts and culture builds understanding. Film has the power through sight and sound to transport people to places, and induce visits to foreign lands enabling greater tolerance and acceptance of countries and cultures. The foundation established the Bali International Film Festival, BALINALE, as a way of supporting established and aspiring local filmmakers, discovering new talent, and providing a platform for international industry professionals to screen their films to a potentially huge market while exploring potential film projects to be set here. Now in its eighth

"EAT PRAY LOVE WAS THE FIRST MAJOR STUDIO FILM SHOT IN THE COUNTRY WITH LOCATIONS THROUGHOUT BALI, INCLUDING PADANG BEACH, BENOA HARBOUR, KINTAMANI, LAKE BATUR, UBUD AND NUSA LEMBONGAN ISLAND."

year, BALINALE will be held at Cinema XXI at Beachwalk Mall, Kuta Beach, Bali from 12–18 October. What are the greatest challenges filming in Bali and Indonesia? Incentives, film funds and grants are all major factors when a studio or production company decides where to film. In Indonesia, there are no official government incentives in place and it does not honour ATA Carnet for temporary importation, making it difficult when budgeting. However, the government is very supportive of the film industry and does provide support on a project-by-project basis. The related ministries are currently discussing strategies to further develop the country’s appeal to filmmakers.

Eat Pray Love was the first major studio film shot in the country with locations throughout Bali, including Padang Beach, Benoa Harbour, Kintamani, Lake Batur, Ubud and Nusa Lembongan Island. What’s the funniest on-set situation you have experienced? Well, the director wouldn’t call it funny because we lost the shot, and it was a very silly mistake on my part, but we were filming a scene from the highly popular Korean series An Occurrence in Bali for Seoul Broadcasting System (SBS) at Uluwatu Temple, when a monkey jumped on my back and yanked out my earring. The lead actress was so terrified that they had to postpone filming, not to mention that I lost my diamond stud! How do you see the future impact of film in Indonesia? Due to the success of these past projects, Indonesia is now firmly on the film location map. Indonesia, in general, has such a wealth of untapped resources, hidden filming locations, rich story ideas and a talented pool of creative individuals. Being so vast and geographically and culturally diverse means that there is very little visual background that cannot be provided for any action or era from colonial buildings to deserted pink sand beaches, tropical rainforests and tribal villages. Large numbers of extras available on short notice from several different ethnic groups, including people of Polynesian, Central Asian, Indian, Middle Eastern, Papuan, Melanesian, Aboriginal, Portuguese and Dutch descent, with a large expatriate population from across the globe also adds to a film destination. In order to meet the growing needs of an industry that is now more creatively diverse and technically skilled, we are expanding our capabilities and services with plans in place to support the industry through training and workshops, and build a studio facility and international film training centre to accommodate the increased interest in Indonesia as a filming destination.

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FOOD AND DRINK

Dining with the Stars Jakarta is a huge metropolis that keeps growing in superficies but also in altitude, and when you rise above the ground floor, it is a totally different place. With its sparkling lights spreading as far as you can see, she can even make you fall in love with her again, or for the first time. Indonesia Expat has tracked down the best spots in town to dine with a view. By Sophie Chavanel

Skye at BCA Tower Skye should be on everybody who lives or transits in Jakarta’s bucket list. Located on the 56th floor, the rooftop of BCA Tower near H.I. roundabout, it of course offers an amazing view of the city, but also a chill-out atmosphere and surprisingly good food. New chef Hamish Lindsay from New Zealand might have a little something to do about it as he took control of the kitchen a few months ago, making significant changes to the menu. Special mention to a few signature dishes such as the double baked cheese soufflé with heirloom tomato, olive salsa and basil and the beef and foie gras carpaccio with parmesan mousse, rocket salad, truffle oil, crispy capers and black pepper tuile. The homemade pan-fried potato gnocchi with gorgonzola cheese is just succulently tasty and the beef Angus tenderloin cooked to perfection. You must try the chocolate soufflé for desert. The wine list is not bad, although the ‘by the glass’ choices doesn’t do justice to the 10

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dishes. If you still have energy after dinner, the outdoor bar area is the perfect spot to finish the night under the stars. Perfect for a night out with friends.

Menara BCA, 56th Floor Jl. M.H. Thamrin No. 1, Jakarta Phone: (+62) 21 2358 6996 Website: www.ismaya.com

Salt Grill at the Plaza Salt Grill is one of three restaurants located at the 46th floor of the Plaza building, overlooking H.I. roundabout. It is part of Altitude, a fine dining concept with a 360° view of Jakarta, including two other restaurants: Gaia (Italian) and Enmaru (Japanese). The venue itself is perfect in a classy setting. Apart from the breathtaking view we believe is one of, if not the best, in Jakarta, the warm yet trendy decor of

Salt Grill blends beautifully with Jakarta’s skyline. But most importantly, the food is excellent. The internationally renowned chef Luke Mangan has created a beautiful mouthwatering menu, including his signature dishes such as crab omelette, enoki mushroom salad and miso broth and tasty liquorice parfait with lime syrup. We especially recommend the degustation menu with wine pairing by the in-house sommelier Faisal Fachmie, who makes audacious yet very right accords. Salt Grill at the Plaza is the venue in Jakarta if you want to spoil yourself and/or impress someone. Like most such venues, it is a bit on the pricey side. Degustation menu price starts at: Rp.850,000 per person. Although the main dining room is non-smoking, smoking is allowed in the VIP rooms surrounding it and at the bar upstairs. For a special evening.

The Plaza, 46th Floor Jl. M.H. Thamrin Kav. 28–30 Jakarta 10350 Phone: (+62) 21 2992 2448 Website: www.saltgrillindonesia.com

Shy Rooftop at Papilion Shy Rooftop was the first rooftop to open in Kemang and is still a very trendy spot. It doesn’t have the same skyline view you can get from the high rise buildings in the CBD, but it has another charm. Shy Rooftop is located at the top of the Papilion building, a multifunction complex including fine dining restaurant, boulangerie and women and children’s fashion. With its huge white tent-like top, white washed wooden floors, candle-lit lanterns and long tables and sofas, the place is cosy and perfect to listen to the talented live bands that perform throughout the week. People

Sophie Chavanel is a Canadian communications girl and a confirmed globe-trotter. Sophie is a journalist and Communications Coordinator for the International Federation of the Red Cross emergency team. She moved to Indonesia in March 2013 with her husband and daughter.

1. Skye at BCA Tower 2. The Edge at Kemang Icon 3. Shy Rooftop at Papilion 4. Cloud Lounge and Living Room 5. Sky Pool Bar Café at Kempinski Hotel 6. Lucy in the Sky 7. Sky Loft Restaurant & Bar at All Seasons Hotel

up there at sunset. Note: People with disabilities or parents with strollers, there are a few sets of stairs to climb up to get to Lucy and there is no elevator. We love Lucy in the Sky.

Central Business District Jl. Jenderal Sudirman Lot 14, Kav 52–53 Phone: (+62) 21 515 2308 Website: www.lucyinthesky.co.id

don’t go to Shy Rooftop for the food but rather for the drinks, ambiance and music, although there is a snack menu - nothing fancy — but you can find something to nibble on while having a drink. There is a tapas menu including enchiladas, calamari or chicken wings. If you need something more consistent, the menu also offers main courses such as an organic chicken Kiev or the Norwegian salmon. Available for private events. For urban music lovers.

Level 5 The Papilion Jl. Kemang Raya No. 45AA Tel: (+62) 21 719 9921 Website: www.thepapilion.com

Sky Pool Bar Café at Kempinski Hotel Sky Pool Bar Café at Kempinski is not your usual hotel pool bar. Yes, you can sip on a mojito or margarita while lingering by the pool, but you can also enjoy a whole dining experience amidst the rooftop gardens with Jakarta’s high rises as backdrop. The à la carte menu offers an interesting choice of salads, soups, grilled meat and other tasty snacks. You can also let yourself be tempted by the homemade ice cream and sorbets. However, the interesting options at Sky Pool Bar and Café are the BBQ and most of all, the romantic dinner which has to be requested in advance. If you opt for the latter, you will be greeted with a beautifully set up table with flowers, lanterns, white curtains for privacy, and your own waiter.

The avocado on the rock with fruit caviar and the trio of tuna capriccio, tataki and tartare are particularly delicious. For a special occasion or just a treat.

Hotel Indonesia Kempinski 17th floor, Jl. MH Thamrin No. 1, Jakarta Tel: (+62) 21 2358 3800 Website: www.kempinski.com

Lucy in the Sky The owners were spot on when they decided on the name of this cool resto/bar located in the CBD of Jakarta. Inspired by the famous Beatles song Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds, it is the perfect refuge in the middle of the city, like floating in the sky amongst skyscrapers. Surrounded by plants and gardens, grunge and vintage décor, with wooden picnic tables and worn furniture, this place contrast beautifully against the bright city lights and modern buildings. We love the garden-like feel and the casual yet super friendly service. The dishes are simple: potato wedges, sandwiches, fried rice, pasta and spring rolls. However, we recommend the mini burgers. It is rather a place for drinks with friends, perfect for parties on the weekend and happy hour after work. Live DJs on Saturdays. Although it is more of a party hang out, we went earlier in the day with our one-year-old daughter who could run around everywhere on the terrace and the staff were lovely with her. It is quite pretty

Cloud Lounge and Living Room In the clouds you are on the outside terrace at the 49th floor, with a stunning view of the city from one of the tallest buildings in Jakarta. The decor is quite classic, with heavy materials such as velvet and a stone bar, with a touch of Indonesia with birdcage lamp structure in the middle of the patio area. However, the main feature of the terrace, apart from the view of course, is the massive bar which is literally, on fire. Although it has more of a bar-like atmosphere, you can enjoy a nice dinner at Cloud at a reasonable price. The Spanish inspired menu offers both a tapas section to share, and main courses that will particularly please meat lovers. We liked the grilled salmon, which interestingly, was not on the menu, and the warm churros with chocolate dip for those who have a sweet tooth. It is recommended to make a reservation, as the outside tables with a view are limited. There is also a cold room to drink vodka. For happy hour drinks that drag into the night and to share a few bites with friends or colleagues after work.

The Plaza, 49 th Floor Jl. M.H. Thamrin Kav. 28-30 Jakarta 10350 Phone: (+62) 21 2992 2448 Facebook: CLOUD Lounge & Living Room

The Edge at Kemang Icon The Edge is probably one of the best kept secrets in Jakarta, yet it is right there in the middle of Kemang’s busiest corner. Located on the fifth floor of Kemang Icon Hotel, this rooftop terrace recently had a makeover and the results are stunning. The infinity pool, with Jakarta’s skyline in the horizon,

the cool designs and candlelight ambience, makes everything perfect. We love the open grill concept, where you get to choose your piece of meat or seafood and seasoning, although the quality of meat could be improved. Among the appetizer options, the halloumi cheese salad with watercress, heirloom tomatoes, basil and mint emulsion is a good pick. Also, try the chocolate ice cream served in espresso and topped with shaved dark chocolate, orange zest and cardamom for dessert. It is a delight. There is work to be done on the wine list and the service is inconsistent. That said, there is live music every Thursday or Friday night. Very beautiful and an intimate spot for a romantic dinner.

Kemang Icon Hotel Jl. Kemang Raya No. 1 Tel. (+62) 21 719 7989 Website: www.alilahotels.com

Sky Loft Restaurant and Bar at All Seasons Hotel Located on the 14th floor of the recently opened All Seasons Hotel on Jl. Thamrin, Sky Loft Restaurant and Bar is making Jakarta sky dinning available again for all kinds of wallets. This all-day dining restaurant offers a simple menu of local and western cuisine at a very reasonable price. Some of the choices were, of course, habis (not available), but we were delighted by the grilled salmon and the lamb served with al dente vegetables, which was very tender. The beer and drinks menu could be a bit more diversified but there is an affordable wine list by the bottle. No wine by the glass, however. The restaurant design is slick and the terrace overlooking H.I. roundabout has a good lounge vibe to it. Breakfast and brunch are also available. For a night out under the sky without breaking the bank.

All Seasons Hotel Jl. Talang Betutu No. 2, Jakarta Tel: (+62) 21 304 22 222 Website: www.accorhotels.com

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LITERATURE

Fitriyanti Dahlia: Specializing in Biography By Donny Syofyan

Writing a biography is very challenging. Not only does it include issues of access and information—length and depth — but it also risks exaggerating a subject’s importance. Such is not the case with Fitriyanti Dahlia, an author who wrote life stories of two important Minang figures, Roehana Koeddoes: Tokoh Pendidik dan Jurnalis Perempuan Pertama Sumatera (Roehana Koeddoes: Sumatran First Female Educator and Journalist, 2001) and Zakiah Daradjat: Embun Penyejuk Umat (Zakiah Daradjat: A Muslim’s Soothing Dew, 2013). To Fitri, a similar background to and an honest struggle of the subjects are the keys to writing biographies. “I wrote biographies of Roehana and Zakiah because I am a Minangnese. They had a very clear struggle and straight journey of life, not to mention that no data about them are complete. Above all, despite their Minang background, Roehana and Zakiah not only fought for Minang women, but went beyond their tribe, region and religion. While Roehana received a non-formal education from her father, Zakiah luckily enjoyed formal school and high education,” she said in a recent interview. She further explained that her passion for writing biographies is inseparably linked to her discontent with her work as a journalist, requiring her to write what is assigned and her dissatisfaction with many biographies, which mostly deal with government or high-ranking officials rather than ordinary persons. “Several biographies written are so much about state officials or great persons, not ordinary people with extraordinary work like Roehana. To this day, thoughts and struggles of Roehana remain relevant, not only in Indonesia but also in other parts of the poor and developing world,” she continued. Fitriyanti’s work, Roehana Koeddoes: Tokoh Pendidik dan Jurnalis Perempuan Pertama Sumatera (Roehana Koeddoes: Sumatran First Female Educator and Journalist), published by Jurnal Perempuan in 2001, is regarded as the most complete book ever written regarding a biography of Roehana. Roehana could indeed be regarded as a figure who had a major role in education-oriented reforms during her time. Her important breakthrough was made as she established Kerajinan Amai Setia on February 11, 1911 in Koto Gadang. This association had more than 60 erudite women whose goals were to advance various aspects of women’s life in Koto Gadang. She was a pioneer in the publication of a newspaper by and for women, called Soenting Melajoe. She even became its editor and wrote for it on a regular basis. Soenting Melajoe

Donny Syofyan is a lecturer at the Faculty of Cultural Sciences at Andalas University. Despite majoring in English literature, his interests are wide and varied. He is a regular writer for The Jakarta Post and Republika. Feel free to contact him at donny.syofyan@gmail.com

“NEVER COMPARE THE KIDS’ CURRENT EDUCATION SYSTEM TO THEIR PARENTS’ PERIOD. WHAT MUST BE DONE IS THAT PARENTS ARE REQUIRED TO ADAPT THEMSELVES TO THEIR KIDS’ SYSTEM AND TRENDS”

played a locomotive role in fighting against Minangkabau’s male domination, which in many ways deleted women’s rights. This role was highly visible from the various articles made by Roehana and other contributors in the post-1914 editions, suggesting many Minangkabau male authorities had emasculated women’s rights, whereas in fact Minangkabau had a special place for women. The paper helped the use of Malay among Minang women. This constituted Soenting’s great achievement, following a soaring trend of Minang-educated women to speak Dutch. Having conducted extensive research on and written biographies of two Minang heroines — Roehana Koeddoes and Zakiah Dradjat —Fitri highlights a significant message. “Female authors often talk about womanhood and women’s agony in their works. To be honest, this makes it hard for them to develop and leave that world behind. Roehana and Zakiah, on the contrary, are never trapped in exploring women’s anguish to the full. Roehana came up with a breakthrough by establishing a school (Kerajinan Amai Setia) and newspaper (Soenting Melajoe) for women, while Zakiah entered the ‘world of man’, and occupies the high position of Directorate General of High Education in Religious Affairs Ministry. Both Roehana and Zakiah demonstrate their core competence rather than complain about women’s afflictions.” Born in Bukittingi on March 18, 1963, Fitri has been writing since young. When she was 12 years old, her pieces had been published in Pelita Daily. Along with biographies of Minang women, Fitri also has written and edited several other books; Perempuan Menyulam Bumi (Earth Embroidering Women, 2012); 100 Tahun Kerajinan Amai Setia (100 Years of Kerajinan Amai Setia, 2011); Meniti Hidayah-Nya: Mini Biografi Hj. Navitri (Passing His Guidance: Small Biography of Hj. Navitri, 2010); Idjah: A Women of Timeless Inspiration, 2010, Deadline: Kumpulan Cerpen (Deadline: Collection of Short Stories, 2008); Haji Amiruddin Siregar: Pimpinan Muhammadiyah

Wilayah DKI dan Sekjen MUI (Haji Amiruddin Siregar: Muhammadiyah Chairman of Jakarta Chapter and MUI Secretary General, 2003). At home, her daughter Annisa Maria Ulfah, 23, follows her path of intellectual tradition. When she reached the age of sixteen, Annisa published her first novel, Take Off or Landing, Awal atau Akhir (Take Off or Landing, Beginning or End). “I’ve spoilt my daughter with lots of books since she was young. Without even asking, I always bought books for her every week. Annisa was familiar with tabloids, magazines, comics, novels in a quick manner. She was used to Kahlil Gibran since junior high school and possessed over 1,000 books,” she said. “Reading comics, magazines, or novels should not be misunderstood for diverting children’s attention from school. Reading a lot serves to broaden their horizon of mind, so long as the books read are in proportion to their age, entertains and adds to their creativity. Never compare the kids’ current education system to their parents’ period. What must be done is that parents are required to adapt themselves to their kids’ system and trends,” she reminded. In her attempts to encourage and disseminate a writing habit, Fitri, sometimes together with her daughter, travels across the archipelago to deliver what she calls ‘therapy for writing.’ “Writing is not to do with talent, interest and dreams, but it is a therapy of self-expression and introspection, expressing something beyond your reach. As you write what is going on around you, writing turns out to be a daily necessity. It looks like when you eat three times a day. There is nothing wrong with writing emotional articulation such as anger, abhorrence, sorrow, and others. Writing, to a serious extent, grows to be a therapy for the writer him/herself.”

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FACES OF INDONESIA

David Metcalf supports environmental and Dayak cultural programs in Kalimantan and can be contacted on davidmetcalf3@mac.com

Pilius, The Dayak Kenyah Elder By David Metcalf

Pilius was born in paradise, in a place called Long Saan, deep in the heart of North Borneo. I interviewed Pilius recently in Setulang, the village where he has lived for the past 44 years. Pilius talked to me about growing up in Long Saan as a young boy. “I was 15 when I made the very difficult four week journey to Setulang. My parents did not join me. They stayed in Long Saan as they were very reluctant to leave. They eventually joined me here in Setulang, six years later,” he said. “It was a hard but a very satisfying life growing up in the forests. We lived totally off the land. I remember playing in the crystal clear rivers as a young boy. There was plenty of game in the hills and huge fish in the rivers. The soil was very healthy and nature provided us with an abundance of fruit and we grew many different kinds of vegetables. I remember my parents telling me about the Iban and Berau Dayak tribes that used to come on head-hunting raids and that is why we lived high up on a ridge, so we could see if they were coming and this gave us a chance to protect ourselves,” he reflected pensively. “That was the only real fear our people of Long Saan had.” I asked why they moved from their ancestral home and Pilius explained, “Two reasons; health and education. We were two days from any medical care and for example, when woman had birth complications, they would die. The leaders in the village agreed it was time to resolve that problem, so we moved to be closer to a hospital.” Pilius when to high school in the nearby town of Malinau and just three years later at the young age of 18, got married to a Dayak Kenyah lady. They had four children over the preceding five years, three of whom still live in Setulang. Pilius is very happy with his life now and thinks the recent advent of 24 hours of electricity is a good thing. He can watch TV and loves the football, especially from Europe. However, he is concerned that, as the younger generation are moving into the cities to live, they are losing touch with their culture. The further away from their parents and family, the more they lose touch with their stories, their dance and the traditional music.

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I spent many hours talking with Pilius. He is a strong, proud Dayak man, but I can’t help but feel some sadness that the old ways are dying out and with this, great wisdom and knowledge will be lost forever. Recently I had an opportunity to venture into the nearby forests with Pilius and I marvelled at the way in which he connected with nature. His love for the environment and knowledge of the jungle plants and rivers was quite captivating. He took me to the old growth of “sacred trees”, where we offered a prayer to the spirits of the trees, that they would be kind to us on our journey. “I fear for the future of this beautiful place,” he told me. “If this sacred place is destroyed then our culture is destroyed along with it.”

Dave Metcalf is leading an expedition with Rex Urwin from New Zealand to take Pilius and five other Dayaks from Setulang back to their original home in Long Saan on August 20, 2014. The eight-day expedition will raise awareness about preserving these forests and the Dayak culture. Joining the group will be Robi Supriyanto, a talented Balinese musician from the band Navicula, Kevin Locke, a Cultural Ambassador and hoop dancer from the Lakota Indian tribe, Martin Holland, the founder of The Heart of Borneo organisation, Gregorio Von Hildebrand, from Gaia Amazonians (South America), and two Australians. David plans to make a documentary film about the journey and invites you to follow this journey on: http://www. thejourneyback.info David is seeking help and support by way of donations for film funding. He can be contacted directly at davidmetcalf3@mac.com Pilius will be in Jakarta on August 19 and will speak and perform with Dayak dancers and Kevin Locke at @America in Pacific place at 6 pm. This is a free event open to the public. David will be holding a photography exhibition, celebrating the cultural images of Indonesia. 13 August to 8 September 11.00am to 11.00pm TUGU KUNSTKRING PALEIS Jalan Teuku Umar No. 1 Menteng – Jakarta Pusat

TRAVEL

SURABAYA

Beyond Expectation

Graeme has been writing on Indonesian travel destinations for 25 years including for the Rough Guide to Indonesia. He believes East Java and Madura have much to offer the visitor. Contact him at Graeme@authenticjavatours.com

By Graeme Steel

Look in a travel guide and the description of Surabaya won’t exactly allure you. For many years Lonely Planet described the city as one of open sewers and industrial grime. These days the city has cast off its workmanlike demeanour and become considerably more glitzy. It’s still a city that defines its purpose as mercantile and commercial, but with a burgeoning middle class it has developed a great deal since it was just a big country town. Still second to Jakarta, but with its own culture, it can stand alone.

We walk from the port through narrow bustling streets that were once part of the central business district, but are now more the underbelly of the local economy of small entrepreneurs, merchants and traders. Much of the architecture here is 19th century, and bathes in a quaint faded light, with few keeping the old facades in good repair. Some fine buildings stand out, including the De Javasche Bank, the father of modern day Bank of Indonesia, incorporating European and oriental embellishments, which became known as

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Any exploration of the city should begin at the wharf where the phinisi teak wood schooners are moored. Crafted by the Bugis people of southern Sulawesi, these fine boats have been sailing these waters for centuries. Arriving from the outer islands north and east of Surabaya with produce coconut husks for oil production, bananas, woods, and returning with manufactured articles not available there — plastic goods, furniture, drums of cooking oil, gallons of drinking water and construction supplies, this is not just a tourist sight, although it is that, too, but a thriving scene that would have been identical a century or more ago.

De Javasche Bank

For the visitor with an interest beyond the glitzy mall culture, night joints and trendy startup restaurants, there are rewards. Surabaya dates its foundation back to the early 13th century, and we see it clearly on early Portuguese maps. It came to prominence in the 18th century with the spice trade. Stretched out to its east are the Moluccas which were being fought over by the Portuguese, British and Dutch for their yield of nutmeg, mace and cloves, so dear to the Europeans as flavouring and preserving agents. By the mid-19th century the Dutch administration had opened up the colony to investment from home and to immigration from those seeking opportunities in its plantations, cities and towns. Surabaya for much of this time was a far wealthier city than the administrative city of Batavia, modern day Jakarta, because of its commercial activity and level of investment. Old Surabaya of today dates from this growth spurt which lasted right up to the Japanese occupation of 1942.

Hok An Kiong was built in the 1850s by a Chinese sailor from China who had it dedicated to the sea goddess, Muzo

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Wharf where the phinisi teak wood schooners are moored

Province East Java How to get there Flights to Surabaya are available on all of Indonesia’s airlines and there are regular flights from Singapore, Kuala Lumpur and Hong Kong. Trains connect to the major cities. Where to stay

Pasar Pabean Surabaya's oldest existing food market

the “Indies” style of architecture. The House of Sampoerna is not far from here, the first of the Sampoerna clove cigarette factories and nowadays an excellent museum to the entrepreneurial spirit of the Chinese immigrant family of Liem Seeng Tee, who started as stall keepers and rose to become one of Indonesia’s richest families. Surabaya owes much to the Chinese who dominate the economy here. So many arrived as economic refugees and made Surabaya their home, thus contributing to the prosperity of Surabaya today. Strolling further south we come to Jembatan Merah, the Red Bridge, where in October 1942 British Brigadier-General Mallaby, who was tasked with accepting the Japanese surrender and the return to Dutch rule, was murdered by nationalist youths euphoric over the Japanese capitulation and determined that they would never again be under the yoke of foreign troops, unleashing

Hotel Majapahit, Jl. Tunjungan. http://www.hotel-majapahit.com/ The most iconic hotel full of history and charm.

a series of events that were pivotal in the independence struggle that finally resulted in independence in 1949. This area is the centre of the old city that flourished on the income gained from plantation crops — tobacco, coffee, cacao, rubber, sugar and salt — that fed the local economy and benefited the Netherlands back home. Beautiful edifices line Jalan Jembatan Merah. The original headquarters of the Goodyear rubber company, prudential insurance companies, banks and import/ export agencies. The finest example of the Indies style can be seen in the grand PTPNXI building, once the Indonesian headquarters of the Handelsvereeniging Amsterdam company and designed by Hulswit, Fermont & Cuypers, a Jakartabased architectural firm responsible for so many of the city’s fine buildings. We are on the edge of the Chinese Quarter here and as we walk towards Surabaya’s

oldest Chinese temple (klenteng), we pass by many examples of Chinese houses with their distinctive roofs with their pointed eaves. A Rumah Abu, a shrine house, owned by one of Surabaya's most prominent Chinese families sits rather forlornly on what was once Chinese Street. Hok An Kiong was built in the 1850s by a Chinese sailor from China who had it dedicated to the sea goddess, Muzo. Built by a craftsman from China there is also a graceful statue of Goddess Thian Siang Sing Boo in one of the four shrine rooms. Maybe a million people live in old Surabaya, and Pasar Pabean, the city’s oldest existing food market and the central food resource, is one of the most colourful stops on our exploration. Madurese vendors of shallots, garlic, chillies, lemongrass and spices make this a fantastic photographic opportunity. At the far end, a fish market showcases more than 30 species that will end up on the menus of Surabaya’s many seafood restaurants. After the hectic squeeze it is a relief to get out into the daylight and walk our way onto the Arab Quarter. Arab traders mostly from Yemen settled here over centuries, and who knows why they chose to stay rather than return on their boats, but they have formed a community that is robust in its more orthodox interpretation of Islam. Here Sunan Ampel, one of nine Muslim preachers credited with the spread and establishment of Islam in Java after a millennium of Hindu-Buddhism, taught and is buried. This is a pilgrimage point for many who in their lifetime hope to visit the resting places of the revered nine. The covered souk in the Arab Quarter will remind anyone who has visited North Africa or the Middle East of the traditional markets there. Foods traditionally associated with Arab cuisine – dates, pistachios, raisins, chickpeas, halawa, sambosas — are sold here. This is a warm and friendly area to western visitors. Often a hand is extended and a welcome made. A ten-minute drive takes us to the administrative centre of the city — the strikingly modern building for its time, the East Java governor’s office, and opposite, the Heroes Museum, which sits on the razed site of the Palace of Justice, which was ransacked and destroyed on news of the Japanese capitulation. Used as the headquarters of the dreaded Japanese secret police, the kempetai, it was the scene of one of Surabaya’s many battles that began in 1945. Now it houses a museum to the independence struggle and the Tugu Pahlawan, a striking obelisk to the fallen, and a fitting conclusion to our exploration of Surabaya’s colourful past.

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BUSINESS PROFILE

Elsie Mullers This issue’s Business Profile, we meet an entrepreneurial woman, Elsie Mullers, who is the Director of Marketing, Product Development and International Business Development at PT Eatertainment Indonesia. By Angela Richardson

You have an extensive and varied background, having worked in banking, business development, healthcare and aesthetics, broadcasting and the restaurant industry. Which of these industries do you feel most connected to? This is a two-sided answer. I love food, I love to cook, and I like the entertainment of the restaurant industry quite particularly because I grew up with it and it’s a fun business to be in. However, what I really enjoy is business development, because I really enjoy creating and managing partnerships, setting things up, and watching the company I work for grow. It suits my personality more, and I particularly enjoy the strategy aspect of growing a business, especially if it involves working with a team.

Elsie, where are you originally from and how long have you been living in Indonesia? Actually I’m from Indonesia, sort of. I was born and raised in Jakarta, my mother is Chinese Indonesian and my father is Dutch Indonesian. However, if we want to talk about my passport, I hold an American one. I left Jakarta when I was 17 to study and work in the US, China, and Switzerland and came back at the end of 2010.

Currently, you look after marketing and product development at PT Eatertainment Indonesia, which has been in operation since 1979. You operate the well-known Amigos Cantina, Papa Ron’s Pizza and Spanky’s Ribs & Martinis. I’ve been a customer of Amigos since I was just a child! Please tell us about this institution’s history. My father started the company in 1979. Amigos used to be called the Green Pub, and it was one of the first of its kind in Jakarta. He tells me stories about how the lines used to go out the door even on a

weekday. In the 80s there was a rule that companies had to have an Indonesian name so he changed it to Amigos. When he went to register it, they told him Amigos was not an Indonesian name. My brilliant father told them it was a singkatan or an abbreviation for Ajang, Makan, Minum, Gosip (a place to eat, drink, and gossip)! The first recipes were given to him by the wife of the then-Mexican Ambassador and all her friends, and they cooked all the recipes at his friend’s house one evening. Over the years the recipes have evolved with different customers who give us their recipes. This is just Amigos. My father actually has opened over 100 restaurants in Indonesia. His other big businesses were that he brought in the Pizza Hut and Dairy Queen franchises (and started the motorcycle delivery trend) to Indonesia as well as opened the Ponderosa Steak House, which stayed open for many years and served Presidents and Ambassadors! What were the reasons behind the establishment of Papa Ron’s Pizza [in the year 2000]? Were there many competitors at this time? It’s funny, because when my father sold Pizza Hut, he had said he didn’t want to get into the Pizza business anymore. However, around that time a lot of people were asking him to create pizzas tailored to Asian tastes, which he felt wasn’t being offered in the marketplace. Some people ask about the name, and from where it was inspired. Simple answer: my father’s name is Ron! How are your three restaurants doing and is there one that requires more focus than the others? They’re doing well. Spanky’s, being the newest of the bunch requires a lot

of attention because there is a lot of competition and as such, very little room for error. Guests are still willing to forgive a few mistakes here and there, which is very nice, because they realize that Indonesia is still working on creating western standards of service. However, I’m a Virgo and a bit of a perfectionist, so until we build a great reputation, I am constantly working with the team on how to improve things. There is so much competition in Indonesia now, with world-class eateries available all over Jakarta, Bali and more. How do you stay on top of your competition? It’s definitely not easy. Indonesian and expat habits are different in Indonesia than they are in other parts of the world. There are so many aspects of a restaurant that bring a guest in and keep them coming back, and ensuring friendly and personal service is one of them. Also, you need to know when to reinvent yourself and change the mindset, which tends to be a little more difficult for the older restaurants simply because more people have to be persuaded to try new things. What are the low and high seasons for restaurateurs in Jakarta? What do you do to tackle the lull periods? Summer and the beginning of the year are always quiet. High season varies but August and December, when people come back and also for all the end-of-year/ Christmas parties, tends to be quite good. During lull season, it’s important to ensure you approach the regular customers and partners, and try to find events to work on so that even though the restaurant may be slower, the business is not. You’re a busy lady. What do your day-today work activities at PT Eatertainment consist of?

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Cigarette Kings Reign Supreme on Wealth-X’s Indonesian Rich List Source: wealthx.com

In the wake of Indonesia’s hotly contested presidential election, Wealth-X released a list of the country’s richest billionaires. The Hartono brothers, Michael and Robert, lead the list with US$9.7 billion each in assets, mostly derived from their clove cigarette company, Djarum, and Bank Central Asia, the country’s largest private bank. Michael, 75, and Robert, 73, took over the family business after their father’s death in 1963. As chairman and CEO respectively, they transformed Djarum into Indonesia’s third largest kretek (clove) cigarette maker, which also has a growing international presence including in the United States where it holds 70% of the kretek market. Both brothers are avid philanthropists and are involved in the Djarum Foundation, 16

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which supports Indonesian culture, sport, education, social and environmental conservation causes. The charitable organisation donated US$1.5 million to the Diponegoro University’s School of Economics in Central Java for its infrastructural upgrade project. Also appearing on the list is Susila Wonowidjojo, president director of Gudang Garam, another high-profile Indonesian clove cigarette maker. Winowidjojo, 58, has amassed an estimated personal fortune of US$4.6 billion. The combined wealth of the five tycoons on the Wealth-X list is US$35.3 billion, accounting for 75% of the total wealth of the country’s 23 billionaires, according to the Wealth-X and UBS Billionaire Census 2013.

Below are Wealth-X’s top 5 billionaires in Indonesia: Rank

Name

Net Worth (US$ billion)

Primary Company

Industry

Michael Hartono

9.7

Djarum

Tobacco/ Banking

Robert Hartono

9.7

Djarum

Tobacco/ Banking

Anthoni Salim

5.9

First Pacific

Diversified

Eka Tjipta Widjaja

5.4

Sinarmas

Diversified

Susilo Wonowidjojo

4.6

Gudang garam

Diversified

Indonesia ranks seventh among countries in Asia in terms of number of billionaires, behind China (157), India (103), Hong Kong (75), Japan (33), Singapore (27), and Taiwan (25). In Wealth-X’s global ranking

of billionaire populations, Indonesia is in 20th spot, ahead of its Southeast Asian neighbours including the Philippines (13) Malaysia (10) and Thailand (10).

“FOOD REGULATIONS AND IMPORTATION CAN AFFECT YOUR BUSINESS, REAL ESTATE AND FOOD PRICES ARE CONSTANTLY RISING, CUSTOMER BEHAVIOUR CAN BE FICKLE, ESPECIALLY WHEN TRAFFIC IS BAD, AND YOU CONSTANTLY HAVE TO MICROMANAGE YOUR STAFF, EVEN IF YOU DON’T PLAN ON IT.”

First off, I eat my way through vacations so that when I come back, I have inspiration for the restaurants. While that sounds fun, it isn’t really because it also means I have to spend a lot of time at the gym. But on a more serious note, besides the product development days where I have to eat like a maniac, I divide my time between my roles. I lead the marketing team and that includes thinking of new promotions, managing the look and feel of our branding material, meeting partners, competition research and lots of networking for brand exposure. In operations, I go to the restaurants and literally watch the service and work with the managers and chefs to make sure our teams in the restaurant are up to par. That includes speaking with guests and listening to complaints! What other projects are you currently involved with? Aside from PT Eatertainment I am also involved in a few other projects, including my newest investment, Indozu — a startup whose focus is to bring environmental conservation awareness to Indonesia in a very easy-to-digest manner. Indonesia is the second most bio-diverse country in the world, yet it has the highest number of endangered species, and it is a really tragic situation. What we have in this country is something very special but it starts with teaching people not to throw their litter in the streets and respect animals. Indozu intends to combine education while trying to instil a sense of national pride in our flora and fauna. These two things — education and the environment — are two subjects I’m very passionate about. We plan on launching later this year!

Do you have any advice for aspiring restaurateurs in Indonesia? Don’t do it! No seriously, it’s a lot a lot a lot of work and it’s stressful and time consuming. The fun is fun, but the competition is tough and finding good people to work for you is even more difficult. Food regulations and importation can affect your business, real estate and food prices are constantly rising, customer behaviour can be fickle, especially when traffic is bad, and you constantly have to micromanage your staff, even if you don’t plan on it. You cannot just say you want to open a restaurant and hire a bunch of people to do it — it is difficult to find people who care about it as much as you do. And finally Elsie, what do you do to unwind from a busy work life in Jakarta? How do you find your balance? I have a mantra when it comes to this: I work hard, relax hard. I am so blessed to have really great friends and a family who are great at helping me de-stress, even if it is just a conversation over a bottle of wine or margaritas. Besides that I have several hobbies that I love to do when I’m at home — knitting (although in this weather that’s really difficult to be inspired), painting, designing clothes, and believe it or not cooking and baking! I love to entertain guests at my home. My greatest passion however, is travelling. Doesn’t matter where, as long as I’m experiencing something new. Leaving this chaotic environment helps to push that ‘reset button’ in me and I come back refreshed and inspired!

Thank you! To get in touch with Elsie, please e-mail: elsie@eater-tainment.com.

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ART OF THE INDIES

Contemporary Photography in Bali

Richard Horstman first visited Bali in 1986 and has spent 20 years living in Indonesia. Active in the art community as a writer, consultant and as a member of the Board of Directors of the Bali Art Society, he is dedicated to raising the profile of contemporary art in Bali in the local, national and international spheres. lifeasartasia@gmail.com

By Richard Horstman

documenting Balinese religious ceremonies around the island, capturing rare events, and the unique traditional costumes that characterize separate villages. And he is always experimenting with colourful and eccentric painting techniques upon the backgrounds of his printed portrait images on canvas, striving to achieve new aesthetic results with his art photography.

Bodytime (Jiri Kudrna, 2014: Light Plane Photography)

Step inside any reputable bookstore in Bali and your eyes are quickly seduced by glossy, colourful images adorning the covers of magazines and books praising the virtues of the island, be that of the culture, landscape and the gracious people, or the architecture and gardens, all the while emphasizing the aesthetic beauty of Bali.

D.P. Arsa Putra is one Iocal photographer who is bored of seeing the ubiquitous, tourist images of Bali and uses photography as a medium to communicate ideas that are dear to his heart. His recent exhibition in Bali, Keep Calm & Shop Til Drop, combined images in two dimensions and 3D installation works, investigating the modern cultural phenomenon of consumerism that is rapidly impacting the island. Logos and trademarks play an ever-present role in people’s lives in a world that is increasingly becoming image and brand orientated and Arsa’s works argued that the results are the loss of personal and cultural identity.

The island of the Gods is unquestionably a unique visual feast for both the novice and the seasoned observer alike; dynamic colour and movement saturates the eye. Photography has been the most effective medium to share the distinctive qualities of Bali to the worldwide audience. Mysterious images of an exotic island far off in the East Indies began to circulate in Europe early in the 1900s, and then the first ever collection of black and white photographs of Bali were published in two volumes in 1920. They immediately struck a cord with the disillusioned Europeans, reeling from the horrors of WW1 and in fear of communist revolution. They were hungry for new experiences and a tropical haven. German photographer Gregor Krauser’s images caused a sensation, and soon after, anthropologists, writers and artists visited the island and began documenting an idyllic and seductive world.

Color of Dawn (Dewa Gede Aristawan Gotama: digital print on canvas)

Australian expat photojournalist Jill Gocher divides her time between Amed, on the northeast coast and Ubud, while scouring the countryside for fresh and unusual shots. “The smart phones, especially the Iphone 5 and later models can make really good photos and the technology is extraordinary and when you used with apps like Snapseed,” she says. “You can make spectacular images that would take hours with a regular camera and Photoshop and the quality is good enough for full-page reproductions in a large format magazine.”

Fast forward into the future and with the revolution in smart phone technology, photography is now the fastest growing and the most popular hobby in Indonesia, if not the world. Cameras within handphones are a new hitech gadget that is inseparable from contemporary youth culture, not to mention other age brackets as well. While what may remain as a toy for many in the narcissists’ world, for fortunate others this activity may open a window into new creative realms, and even a career in photography. Unlike painting and sculpture, photography in Indonesia has yet to be fully embraced as a fine art. However, over recent years a few photography exhibitions have been held, one in particular geared to educating fine art collectors in Jakarta: Beyond Photography in 2011, curated by Jim Supangkat, Indonesia’s most respected international curator, featured works by Indonesia’s leading commercial and photojournalist, along with a handful of senior contemporary artists. The Age of Photography — Intentions and Transparency in Photographs, an exhibition at the Tony Raka Art Gallery in Ubud, December 2013 – January 2014, also curated by Supangkat, featured 29 leading Indonesian and expatriate professional and amateur photographers. The exhibition was a landmark event in contemporary photography in Bali due to the quality and diverse nature of works on display. 18

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Swiss-born engineer and software developer Jiri Kudrna has been experimenting with technology and photographic equipment for many years while living in Bali and builds devices that are on the cutting edge of experimental technology. In Kudrna’s words, “The picture take process is a complex choreography between the photographer, model and machine with often almost unpredictable results.” His light plane photography method records four-dimensional images with unique and dynamic optical effects.

Amed Afternoon (Jill Gocher: digital image)

Renowned as an island of extraordinary creative activity, there is a wealth of photographers that reside in Bali. Agung Mangu Putra is Bali’s most talented painter and photography is an inseparable part of his creative process. He regularly travels around the island, documenting the environment in both its grandeur and degradation, however it is the marginalized people of Bali that are most often his subjects. In his studio in Denpasar, these snapshots, along with the breadth of his social conscience, inspire his extraordinary realism paintings. Ida Bagus Alit’s passion for photography has drawn him along two distinctive paths. He is dedicated to

Dewa Gede Aristawan Gotama is a young fine arts student at Ganesha UNDIKSHA University in Singaraja, North Bali, recently exhibited beautiful seascape images captured at dawn on Nusa Penida, the island southeast of Bali. Revealing an eye for composition and technique that belies his twenty something age, his skill confirms some of the depth of photographic talent in Bali. A key element of the photographer’s process is now often related to the time invested in front of the computer screen working with Photoshop. The program allows the finetuning of images, as well as an array of special effects to enhance the shots. Nowadays, there is much competition to produce quality shots and the ability to technically alter images is a must. However, as Gocher says, “The new smart phone technology has been condensed so that it’s userfriendly, though experience still counts a lot in producing quality photos, this technology now takes contemporary photography to a whole new level!”

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Kenneth Yeung is a Jakarta-based editor

Casting for Sex & Money By Kenneth Yeung

There’s no shortage of women eager to become Indonesia’s next top celebrity. One conman took advantage of this hunger for fame by promising movie roles to aspiring actresses in return for sex and money. Using fake Facebook and BlackBerry accounts, Didik Nur Budiaji (29) spent five years posing online as award-winning film director Hanung Bramantyo. He would send friend requests to attractive women, especially dangdut singers, and then offer them an opportunity to get into movies. When meeting with the women in person, Didik gave himself the name Prabu Erlangga and claimed to be Hanung’s assistant for casting. Recently he claimed to have been the assistant director for last year’s biopic Soekarno: Indonesia Merdeka. His victims were asked to pay from Rp.3 million to Rp.10 million to guarantee successful casting. Next, they would be asked to provide nude photos. At subsequent casting sessions in Jakarta hotels or karaoke bars, Didik instructed the women to undress while he filmed them. He also allegedly had sex with those who were willing. Didik was arrested by police in a sting operation on the night of July 23. He had earlier persuaded a woman, H.S., to transfer Rp.10 million to him in return for a part in a bogus movie called Rok Jakarta (Jakarta Skirt). He then suggested they meet, so he could audition her for a bathroom scene. Suspicious, the woman telephoned Hanung’s wife, actress Zaskia Mecca. Zaskia had for years heard that someone was impersonating her husband and falsely claiming to be his casting agent. Now she had a chance to catch the perpetrator. She told H.S. to agree to meet Didik for the casting session at a karaoke venue in Senayan City mall. Then she called the police. When Didik asked H.S. to undress, she secretly sent a text message to Zaskia, whereupon police stormed the private room. Hanung later tweeted that Didik had confessed to duping about 20 women. Police have urged victims to come forward to help build a strong case against the conman, who faces a five year jail sentence if convicted of fraud. Several reports said the victims were afraid to complain because Didik had allegedly threatened them with black magic. After Didik’s arrest, a few women said they had “nearly” become victims. Model Cinta Ratu Nasya said she was first approached 20

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“HE HAD EARLIER PERSUADED A WOMAN, H.S., TO TRANSFER RP.10 MILLION TO HIM IN RETURN FOR A PART IN A BOGUS MOVIE CALLED ROK JAKARTA (JAKARTA SKIRT).”

by Didik three years ago with offers of movie roles, but her schedule became busy so she never attended his requested casting sessions. “God protected me. I almost wanted to meet but luckily it never happened,” she said, adding that she now has a manager to handle all offers of work. Dewi Sanca, a pink-haired dangdut singer whose act involves gyrating with a python, heard from Didik after she opened a Facebook account in the name of Dewi Sanca Ratu Ular in April. She said “Prabu” claimed to be a film financier and invited her to Hotel Maharani, a three-star hotel in South Jakarta, for a casting session but would not allow her to bring her assistant or her manager. She cancelled the meeting, but Didik continued to pester her for topless photos, as well as details of her bra size and underpants size. Dewi said several dangdut singers fell victim, including Rency Milano. “There was another dangdut singer who was asked to choose between having sex or paying Rp.15 million, but I don’t know the outcome,” she said. Rency confirmed that Didik, posing as Hanung, had initiated contact via Facebook about two years ago. She said she transferred only Rp.2 million to him — after he claimed he could sell her some traditional medicine to enlarge her breasts. Ratu Tyna Rengganies, another singer, said Didik often asked her to send him sexy and nude photos. She said she declined to attend a proposed casting session in a hotel room. Shireen Sungkar, a 22-year-old soap opera actress, said one of her friends had been tricked into sending topless photos and money to Didik. She urged police to deal harshly with him to discourage similar fraud. Didik denied raping any of his victims. He said the sex was always consensual, as the women thought they would be rewarded with movie roles. Zaskia said the case should be a lesson to aspiring actresses not to get naked during casting sessions and not to meet directors in hotel rooms. She also urged them not to be fooled by fake social media accounts and not to pay for acting roles.

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WORTHY CAUSES

RAINFORESTS ON THE BRINCC

Barito River Initiative for Nature Conservation and Communities

There have been two expeditions so far; the first expedition took place in 2011 and the latest, this year, is still ongoing. Team members are dedicated and extremely passionate individuals from varied backgrounds. BRINCC’s directors consists of: Andrea Höing (Germany), Director of SocialEcological Research; Dominic Rowland (UK), Director of Expeditions; Director of Wildlife Ecology, Peter R. Houlihan (USA); Director of Mammal Research, Dr. Susan Cheyne (UK); and their leader, Michal Zrust (Czech Republic), Director of Conservation.

By Angela Richardson

Working in the jungle environment for months at a time, and living in very basic conditions, can be very challenging. The team have suffered inevitable illnesses and nutritional deficiencies, not to mention the general lack of home comforts. But their passion for this region’s welfare has helped them through each expedition, bringing them back to this magical area which most of them have dreamt of coming to for years. In order for their work to bring about a positive change, BRINCC believe that other stakeholders need to be engaged in the process, most importantly the companies themselves. “The industries working in the area need to acknowledge the fragility of the environment in which they are working and as a group work to ensure mitigation of impacts on the landscape level. We are working to engage the industry players before extraction begins,” says Michal. The government is a fundamental player in ensuring that such extraction is done within the confines of the law and is the ultimate judge on where it is done and that it avoids negative impacts as far as possible.

Borneo, the largest island in Asia and the third largest in the world, is home to ancient rainforests that are 140 million years old, making them one of the oldest on planet Earth. Shared by Indonesia, Brunei and Malaysia, with Indonesia’s territory making up approximately 73% of the southern territory, the island of Borneo is an incredibly rich and diverse place in flora, fauna and culture. Sadly, development has been encroaching on her territory and is quickly destroying her natural beauty. In the 1950s, the chainsaw and the tractor arrived on the island, causing much destruction to its rainforests. Satellite studies show that 56% of protected lowland rainforests were cut down between 1985 and 2001 to supply global timber demand. Protection laws are in effect, but inadequately monitored and enforced. The global demand for the production of palm oil has been one of the most devastating reasons for the demise of these ancient forests, as Indonesia and Malaysia account for over 90% of the world’s production area of this product, increasing from 600,000 hectares in 1985 to six million hectares in 2007. With much of the lowland rainforests already destroyed, pressure is being put on the highland regions, like the Barito River watershed in Central Kalimantan. It is here that The Barito River Initiative for Nature Conservation and Communities (BRINCC) was founded whilst working at a research station in the Sebangau National Park's Natural Laboratory, and where this pioneering organization is working on the forefront of conservation. “Progress is inevitable,” Michal Zrust, BRINCC’s Director of Conservation tells me, “however, through science-based mitigation measures, we can help lessen the destructive impact on this fragile environment.” Michal graduated with a degree in economics and ultimately ended up working in conservation via a number of research projects. He also works with large multinational palm oil companies to push for better production standards for the Zoological Society of London. BRINCC’s work is separated into capacity building, biodiversity surveys and working with local communities. Their most impressive work is mapping one of the most understudied regions of Borneo, the Murung Raya Region.

“Progress is inevitable, however through science-based mitigation measures, we can help lessen the destructive impact on this fragile environment.” This map provides new data on species distributions, densities and population numbers, which are essential for making informed conservation decisions. BRINCC’s latest expedition extended the known ranges of many bird species, found numerous endangered tree species and tried to find the boundary of a known gibbon hybrid. This information will provide a deep understanding of the ecology of the region, essential in the policy decision process of the future. BRINCC use standardized methodology for biodiversity mapping, such as the use of remotely activated camera traps to survey nocturnal animals. They also actively engage in the use of cutting-edge technology to provide researchers with an opportunity to field test and perfect methods. “On our current expedition, one of our visiting researchers is looking at the feasibility of using genetic analysis of blood extracted from leeches to survey rare mammals. If the leeches have sucked blood from, for example, a clouded leopard, we will know it is there, even if we never actually photograph it,” Michal explains. BRINCC is very proud of the fact that their expeditions are majority Indonesian, employing local staff, including government officials and villagers. They take promising undergraduate and postgraduate students in Indonesia, fund them and bring them on their rainforest expeditions to gain invaluable knowledge.

Michal urges Indonesia’s economists to think of this natural habitat as having true monetary and intrinsic value if left intact. “Indonesia's natural heritage is of fundamental value to its society, not just in terms of the magnificent biodiversity it holds, but also in terms of the services that it provides to its citizens and those of the world. The results of deforestation can be seen in the recent haze and this is underlined by loss of clean water provision, loss of fish in rivers, loss of micronutrients for local communities, as well as the incredible costs to human health from chest infections (amongst others).” Michal’s words on how mankind must evolve to live side by side with nature are poignant. “It is only when we begin to value the services we receive from nature, rather than perceiving it as a free, exploitable good, that we will begin to make more sensible and sustainable development decisions.” BRINCC provides field data to inform and support policy development and implementation and are always open to collaboration, whether it is with the government, local or international civil society. They believe that with these partnerships, their work can have a much greater impact.

BRINCC’s work runs solely on donations and sponsorships. They welcome anyone who wishes to collaborate or support them in other ways to visit www.brinccborneo.org or e-mail info@brinccborneo.org.

DUA TA NGA N CUKUP — ACT IONS F ROM ACROS S T HE A RCHIPEL AGO

Calling for #Selfiesampah (Trash Selfie)! Social media is undeniably big business in Indonesia and selfies, or a photo of one’s self taken by one’s self, are so popular that a dance track has even been created in its name. In Tunisia, locals fed up of living among rubbish decided to do something about it by taking selfies showing rubbish in the background to upload to social media platforms in an effort to raise awareness about the situation in their country, calling for a cleaner Tunisia. These were aptly called ‘trash selfies’ and have taken the country by storm, calling on the government to do something about the rubbish problem.

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The good people behind Clean Up Jakarta Day are asking the good people of Indonesia to join a similar campaign called ‘#selfiesampah’ by taking photos of themselves next to litter that they find around them and uploading them to their social media platforms with the hashtag ‘selfiesampah’, and on Twitter, mentioning @cleanupjktday for the world to see. They encourage everyone to join and lock in the location of where the photo was taken so that it is clear where the problem is. Some of the areas highlighted by uploaded trash selfies will be taken into consideration by Clean Up Jakarta Day as a new clean up site for 2014’s

big clean up on October 19th. Your selfies could actually help to make a difference in Indonesia’s capital, so get snapping and get sharing! So, if you’ve ever felt frustrated when you see rubbish on the streets, please get involved by snapping a trash selfie and sharing it with your friends! It’s as easy as that. This simple action can raise awareness and make an impact, calling on a cleaner Indonesia with tougher fines and laws for littering and cleaning up of certain areas. Who said narcissism wasn’t helpful? Grab your phone and start trash selfie-ing and make a change!

Upload your trash selfies to Facebook, Twitter or Instagram using the hashtag #selfiesampah. You can tag Clean Up Jakarta Day on Twitter (@CleanupJKTday) or Facebook (Clean Up Jakarta Day).

LIGHT ENTERTAINMENT

Daisy Luck Strikes Again

* Answers in the next edition!

FOR THE MACET MIND

By Eamonn Sadler (www.eamonnsadler.com)

I love the way the Indonesian language and the English language have blended over the years. For example, many nonIndonesians would have heard of the infamous spy Matahari long before they learned that her name is the Indonesian word for the sun (literally “the eye of the day”). And those who have not heard of Matahari would almost certainly have heard of the orangutan long before they learned that the name is Indonesian for “person of the forest”. Ketchup (from kecap, Indonesian for sauce), paddy, as in “paddy field” (from padi, Indonesian for rice) and cooties (from the Indonesian kutu meaning lice) are other excellent examples of Indonesian words finding their way into English. I would imagine that the majority of the people who know and use these words remain unaware of their Indonesian origin for their entire lives unless they try to learn to speak Indonesian. There are many other examples of Indonesian words being integrated into English, but when I started learning Indonesian what surprised me more was the amount of English words and terms that have travelled the other way. The first one I noticed was the Indonesian word for the propane gas used for cooking in the majority of households. The word is elpiji, which doesn’t really seem unusual until you say it out loud. It is “LPG” (the acronym in English for liquid petroleum gas) spelled out phonetically. There are many more English-origin words, such as polisi, imigrasi and taksi which are too obvious to explain. One which made me laugh was the Indonesian term for the heated dishes used to keep food warm on a buffet; in English a “chafing dish”, in Indonesian a chef Inggris (literally translated as “English chef ”), which is obviously a delightful example of a misunderstanding that goes back centuries. Those of us who learn Indonesian are extremely thankful that the language uses more or less the same alphabet as

English, and for the fact that it is largely phonetic. Taksi is a great example again. It is spelled exactly as it sounds and demonstrates the redundancy of the letter “x” in the Indonesian language. Anyone who can read English can make a decent go of reading Indonesian even if they don’t understand a word, and if you stress the second syllable you’ll be pretty close to the correct pronunciation for most words. Spelling presents a few issues due to pronunciation, though. Before you start spelling anything, make it clear which language you are using. If I spell my name out to an Indonesian with English pronunciation of letters it ends up as “iemonn”. Every day I speak to Indonesians in their language and, even though I am fairly sure my accent sounds hilarious to them, for the most part they seem to know what I’m talking about. My driver did however look very puzzled when I tried to send him out to the shop a while ago for some eggs, bread and non-fat milk. I handed him the money and asked him very confidently in Indonesian to go and get some telur, roti and susu bebek lemas. Upon seeing his puzzled expression I said it again, louder and clearer. He looked even more puzzled. I became exasperated, went to the fridge and grabbed the almost empty non-fat milk carton from the shelf. Without looking, I put the front of the carton right under his nose and said it again very slowly and very loudly like I was talking to a complete idiot. “SUSU… BEBEK… LEMAS…” He started laughing. I was about to yell at him when I saw the words on the back of the carton. Susu bebas lemak — not susu bebek lemas. I had spoonerised the words and I was confidently telling him to go and buy me some lazy duck’s milk. I had to laugh through my embarrassment and apologise profusely for treating him like an idiot when I had been the idiot all along. I wonder how many times I have done something similar and never realised — I am sure I owe a few more apologies!

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1. Fido's rusk? (3,7)

1. Male bee — monotonous hum (5)

7. Heavy continuous rainfall (8)

2. Having left the house (to go to a party?) (4,3)

8. Passenger vehicle on rails (4)

3. Metallic element, symbol Fe (4)

9. People's personal pride — the parts of

4. Pirates (8)

them that are conscious (4)

5. Bury — Milan football club (5)

10. Fierce competition to succeed in life (3,4)

6. Clumsy (6)

12. Disaster (11)

11. Fan-shaped shell (8)

14. Circus gymnast (7)

12. Prestige (6)

16. Continent bordering three oceans (4)

13. Since 1945 (7)

19. Crooked — inclination (4)

15. Surpass (5)

20. Solitary person (4,4)

17. Sky-toting Titan (5)

21 Serialised TV or radio dramas (4,6)

18. Bargain (coll) (4)

Answers of issue 122 ACROSS — 1. Time after time 8. Air 9. Cathartic 10. Aberdeen 11. Zero 13. Ailing 14. Furore 16. Jute 17. Buckshot 20. Newsagent 21. Use 22. Three quarters DOWN — 1. Tiara 2. Martello Tower 3. Accident 4. Totter 5. Ream 6. In the doghouse 7. Enclose 12. Huckster 13. Adjunct 15. Bureau 18. Trews 19. Pace

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

Iftar evening hosted by Ambassador of India JAKARTA To commemorate the holy month of Ramadan, an Iftar evening was hosted by H.E. Mr. Gurjit Singh, Ambassador of India to Indonesia, ASEAN and Timor-Leste on 14 July, 2014 in which a large number of Indonesian friends including representatives from political parties, social and civil organizations, Ministries, Government departments, diplomatic community, defence, education, media, cinema, culture and the like attended the Iftar. Ambassador Gurjit Singh spoke on India’s composite culture, the shared Islamic heritage

Hatten Wines celebrates its 20th anniversary at Jazz Market by the Sea BALI Hatten Wines, the Balinese winemaker, is celebrating its 20th anniversary in style with the main sponsorship of the annual Jazz Market by the Sea at Taman Bhagawan in Tanjung Benoa, Bali, to its name. The festivities of the company will stretch over two weeks of events, starting with the Jazz Market by the Sea and its Indonesian Heritage concerts — August 15th, 16th and 17th. Proud sponsor of the main concerts of the Jazz Market by the Sea, upcoming artist Tulus and Krakatau Reunion concerts, Hatten Wines aims to touch its fans, supporters, and friends with young and old Indonesian melodies. Coinciding with the actual August 16th anniversary of Hatten Wines, the Jazz Market by the Sea is a festival highlighting Indonesian Heritage and promising good market fun, great food stalls, awesome music, and some celebrated wines. The Festivities will continue at the Sanur Festival from August 21st to 24th, Hatten Wines’ home town, and will be complimented this year with a special Hatten Wines day at The Hatten Wines Cricket League anniversary Sunday on August 24th — at the Udiyana Cricket Oval and finally, one more event on the celebration calendar will close the festivities, at the vineyards of Hatten Wines on August 30th.

President Barroso congratulates Indonesian President-elect

The First Iconic Seaview Shopping Mall in Jakarta offers a variety of interesting events for visitors JAKARTA Baywalk, in Pluit, North Jakarta presents an interesting and inspiring event with the theme "Spirit of Festivities; Celebration of Ramadhan & Independence Day" from the 19th July to 17th August 2014. Franciska Renny, Promotion & Event Baywalk Mall says shopping can be an interesting alternative choice to spend the weekend with family. Thus, Baywalk Mall presents many interesting events started with Marawis & Camel, Bedug Fest, Lute Orchestra & Arabian Dance, Tanoura Dance, Belly Dance and Arabian Angklung. The appearance of Hadroh Guitar

Baywalk Mall will also hold several Indonesian special events like Angklung Arumba Orchestra Show by Saung Udjo, Kolintang Orchestra, Saman Dance, Choir by the London School Public Relations Choir, and Cita-Citaku (My Goal) Costume Competition & Marching Band. Besides that, Baywalk Mall also provides attractive offers in the Happy Cashback Surprise program from 4th to 29th of August 2014.

BALI Entrepreneurs Institute and Entrepreneur Resorts proudly announce their new alliance with Google for Entrepreneurs. Google for Entrepreneurs launched in Silicon Valley and has expanded to a network of “Startup Grind” events for entrepreneurs in over 100 cities around the world. These events are designed to educate, inspire, and connect entrepreneurs and is proving to be THE smartest way for entrepreneurs to connect with like minded people in their area, at a grass roots level. Entrepreneurs Institute and Roger Hamilton’s Entrepreneur Resort, Vision Villas, is now the official host of Startup Grind in Bali. They will be welcoming inspiring guest speakers, successful local founders, innovators, educators and investors to share personal stories and lessons learned on the road to building great companies, such as Steve Piro, founder of Synergy Carbon of one of “The Top 10 Hottest Startups in Bali” as

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Lute & Zafin, Lute Quartet and Kilic Kalkan each week will also enliven the weekend atmosphere at Baywalk Mall. There will also be interesting shows such as Stand Up Comedy by Ernest Prakasa and the appearance of Gigi Group Band & Putri Ayu the Artist on August 9.

Startup Grind Launches in Bali

JAKARTA Following the announcement of the official election results by the Indonesian General Election Commission on 22 July 2014, the President of the European Commission conveyed the following message:

with Indonesia and the similarities that both countries shared by way of democracy and pluralistic society. This year was more significant, he added, as both countries went to the polls and exercised their franchise in a peaceful manner. He especially commended the role of youth of both countries in shaping the destiny of their country and emphasized the need to work with them closely. Ambassador thanked the gathering for attending the ‘Iftar evening’ and hoped that the tradition which he had established would continue to grow in the coming years.

recently published in Huffington Post. For more information please visit: www. startupgrind.com/event/startup-grind-balipresents-steve-piro-synergy-carbon/ The core principle behind Entrepreneurs Institute is a focus on empowering and inspiring entrepreneurs to follow their flow in today’s world where we are overloaded with information and lacking in direction. This is achieved through their online platform, assessments, learning tools, mentoring, events and entrepreneur resorts. What sets them apart from other entrepreneur education groups are the resources developed around four areas of focus: Who you are, where you are, where you’re going and how to get there. By knowing where we are and where we’re going, we can focus on the direction we need - the next step to take — “You don’t need to know every step. You just need to know the right step, right now.” For further information please visit: http:// entrepreneursinstitute.org/ilab/

congratulations on your election as President of the Republic of Indonesia as confirmed today by the General Election Commission. The high voter turnout, active participation of civil society and professional management by the election authorities illustrate the strength and dynamism of Indonesia’s democracy.

such as democracy and respect for tolerance and human rights.

Indonesia and the European Union enjoy a close partnership based on shared values,

José Manuel Durão Barroso

We are looking forward to working with you to further strengthen our cooperation in the years to come. Please accept the assurances of my highest consideration.

POINTS OF VIEW

Open Letter to the Gracious People of Indonesia

Dear Friends, I am writing to ask for your support in bringing to light the truth about the recent allegations regarding the Jakarta International School, and Ferdi Tjiong and Neil Bantleman, two JIS faculty members who are currently in police custody. I appeal to you in the name of the community we share. Let me tell you about my connection to you, to this school and these two men. I arrived in Jakarta in 1988 to teach first grade at Pattimura School, one of the elementary branches of the Jakarta International School. I was eager to immerse myself in Indonesian culture. I learned Bahasa Indonesia, and how to fast at Ramadan in recognition of those less fortunate. I learned about Ibu Kartini, and the struggles for Indonesian independence. I fell in love with this nation’s diversity, batik, gamelan, wayang kulit, dangdut, nasi padang, and eventually, my former husband, with whom I have a child. Although our marriage did not last, we maintain a close friendship, and I consider his family to be mine as well. The twenty four years I lived in Indonesia will always be remembered as the best time of my life, for the passion and dedication of the teachers with whom I worked, the beautiful children we taught, and the warmth and friendliness of our host country community members who made us feel so welcome. Although I moved to Germany in 2012, Indonesia remains the home of my heart, and for this I thank her generous people. We keep close ties with the JIS community, and our Indonesian family. I return every May to attend the JIS high school graduation and to see our adult foster son and our former pembantu’s son, who are among those we continue to support through their schooling. We do this because we believe in Indonesia’s future, and that educated young people are the most powerful resources to support her democracy.

Our son attended JIS for fourteen years. I attribute the fine qualities of respect, tolerance and compassion he exhibits to the JIS teachers who helped to shape his character, and to the many Indonesian people he grew to love, who also practice these traits, people like Neil Bantleman and Ferdi Tjiong. Ours is just one of many JIS experiences. Thousands of JIS alumni, both expatriates and Indonesians, are living around the world, teaching, working in hospitals, as environmental activists to save the world’s oceans, and in NGO organizations. Many who attend JIS later return to Indonesia to live and work. Some of them have opened orphanages and sports camps for kampung children. Others are working to create solutions for clean water and accessible electricity. Former and current JIS students and faculty, like Neil and Ferdi, have participated in rebuilding Indonesia’s coral reefs, providing housing and education for street kids, building Habitats for Humanity, helping with flood and tsunami relief, and making a multitude of other contributions to Indonesia’s future. All of them are committed to living the JIS motto, to be the best FOR the world. Now my friends, this is my plea. JIS, this wonderful school, is under threat from dangerous allegations made by a few individuals. Innocent teachers of various nationalities have been deported, or had their passports confiscated. Neil Bantleman and Ferdi Tjiong have been falsely accused of the heinous crime of paedophilia, and these two innocent men are being detained by the police. I am all in support of quick and strong action against any parties who have in fact engaged in paedophilia or any other crime. But these two men are being held without any evidence against them, are not officially even charged with any crime, have not been questioned specifically about any of the supposed evidence that no one has seen, and, to top it off, have recently passed lie detectors tests. And yet, they are not free. We need your help in calling on the highest officials of the land to support the rule of law and justice, by which our Tanah Air is governed. Indonesia’s future is bright, and now is the time to take a stand against the sort of senseless corruption and greed that appears to be driving these allegations. Help our JIS community to continue to flourish in partnership with you, Indonesia. Help free and exonerate Neil Bantleman and Ferdi Tjiong.

Kristan Julius Author and former JIS teacher (1988 – 2012) #freeneilbantleman #freeferdi

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EVENTS

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JAKARTA Expo

Indo Beauty Expo 27-30 August 2014 The 6th International Indo Beauty Expo will be held in Jakarta, featuring cosmetic brands, salon equipments, skin care products and many more, packaged into a workshop and trade show setting. Indo Beauty Expo will take place at JIExpo Kemayoran, Jl. Griya Agung Sunter, Tanjung Priok, North Jakarta from 10am to 7pm every day of the exhibition. For more detail, call (021) 634-5861 or email info@kristamedia.com. www.indobeautyexpo.com

Indomedica Expo 27–30 August 2014 Indomed ic a E x po w ill be a fou r - d ay e vent showc a si ng pharmaceutical products, medical supplies and hospital materials, among an array of other medicalrelated appliances. Indomedica Expo will be held at the JI Expo (Jl. Griya Agung Sunter Agung, Tanjung Priok, North Jakarta). The expo will be open daily from 10am to 7pm. To contact the organisers, call (021) 634-5861 or go to www.indomedicare.com

this event will bring together l e a d e r s f r o m g o v e r n me nt , business, academia and NGOs who are or are looking to build their businesses in Southeast A sia . A mCham Indonesia members are entitled to a 20% discount upon registration to the event. For more information and to register, contact Jessica Chan at conferencesasia@economist.com or visit www.economistinsights. com. Charity

30 August 2014 Together with Yayasan Kasih Anak Kanker Indonesia and Yayasan Anyo Indonesia, the Children’s Cancer Charity Club (CCCC) will hold a fundraising n ight w it h a r t a nd c u lt u re performances. The venue is still TBA. Contact icha.mardis@ ykaki.org for more information on attending the fundraiser or call (021) 4287-2554. www.ykaki.org Music

24 August 2014 We the Fest are bringing the hip Summer music festival to Jakarta. Located at Senayan’s East Lot (Parkir Timur Senayan), this festival will bring beats from the likes of Ellie Goulding, Azaelia Banks, Banks, Mayor Hawthorne and lots more. Get tickets by visiting www.ismaya.com/tickets or www.rajakarcis.com. Also at offline ticket boxes, such as Pizza E Birra outlets in Jakarta and Kitchenette restaurant in Bali. For more information, email support@loket.com or call (021) 9209-2019. This event is for all ages. www.wethefest.com Photography

AmCham Indonesia Southeast Asia Summit 27 August 2014 A mCham Indonesia is a suppor ting organization for The Economist’s Southeast Asia Summit. With the theme ‘From Neighbourhood to Community?’,

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August 20th (WED) 2pm - after midnight Artists: Ellie Goulding/Azealia Banks/Banks/Goldroom(DJ Set)/ Jessie Andrews/Rac(DJ Set)

Promo

Children’s Cancer Charity Club (CCCC) Fundraising

We the Fest

28 August 2014 Whether your mission is brand awareness, to sell products, to source ser v ices, to establish you r bu si ne s s a s pa r t of a supply chain, or simply to make new acquaintances, this is the Britcham Platform. Light snacks and a free-flow of juices, wines and beers create the perfect scene for after office hours. Entrance fee for members: Rp.250,000 and non-members: Rp.400,000. 6pm to 8.30pm.

photographer, David Metcalf, who will help you get that "great shot" and explore and develop your camera skills, all wrapped around a spendour of colour, dance and folklore magic. Don't delay. Bookings close very soon. Email now for full itinerar y: davidmetcalf3@mac.com and www.davidmetcalfphotography. com.

St. Lukas Fest #2

Networking

BritCham's Business & Social Gathering

Umar No.1, Menteng, Central Jakarta. Jointly sanctioned by the New Zealand Embassy as well as Tugu Kunstkring Paleis, this exhibition, showcasing 30 of Metcalf’s most stunning shots of the Indonesian culture, will also act as a fundraising night, whereby proceeds of photograph purchases and auctioned pieces will benefit Borneo – Give a Child a Chance through the Ransel Buku Education Program and a documentary Dayak filming exhibition, which seeks to protect Kalimantan’s ancient forests and the Dayak culture. To RSVP to the event, call (021) 390-0899 or email thegallerykunstkring@ tuguhotels.com.

Meet David Metcalf and the Visual Celebration of the Indonesian Cultures 12 August – 8 September 2014 Revel in the beauty of Indonesia t h r o u g h D a v i d Me t c a l f ’s photography exhibition at the Tugu Kunstkring Paleis, Jl. Teuku

Eastern Promise Anniversary

Rupa Rupa: The Faces of Art 17 July - 17 August 2014 Rupa-Rupa is an art exhibition that features photographs of the various Indonesian artists who has contributed to the ever so vibrant industry of fine arts. These artists’ photographs were taken by fashion photographer Nicoline Patricia Malina and is exhibited at the Ground Floor of Pacific Place mall in South Jakarta. The term rupa-rupa itself (meaning ‘various’), is to highlight the variety of Indonesia’s fine arts sector. For more information on the Rupa-Rupa exhibition, call (021) 5140-2828 or visit www. pacificplace.co.id.

7 – 31 August 2014 Ea ster n Promise, a popula r name in Kemang’s restaurant and nightlife scene, is celebrating its 25th anniversary by having a 25-day long celebration. Starting on 7 August with a ladies & salsa night (25% off drinks for ladies) up until its last day, 31 August, with a festive after party. All throughout the month, Eastern Promise will hold BBQ nights, pub quiz nights and 80s night as well as giving away a free keg of beer on every day of the promo. Visit their Facebook page or call (021) 7179-0151 for more information. www.epjakarta.com

22 August 2014 With the theme ‘Rock in Capital’, St. Lukas’ second anniversary will be livened by bands from Bali and outside of Bali. The bands who are confirmed to play are SID, Doubleblack (from Australia), Suicidal Sinatra, The Ska Banton (f rom Surabaya), and many more. The venue for St. Lukas Fest is at the Kapten Sujana field’s parking lot, in Denpasar, from 5pm to 10pm. For more information, contact 0819 9989 1613 or 0859 3505 2234. Follow St. Lukas Company on Twitter @stlukascompany.

Inspirational

TEDx Ubud

BALI Music

Hornbill Festival, Nagaland, INDIA

Potatohead Beach Club Summer Parties

28 November - 7 December 2014 28 November - 7 December 2014 This cultural adventure trip is centred around the Hornbill Festival in North East India, a cultural extravaganza celebrated by the tribal people in the state of Nagaland. If you have never heard of Nagaland that is because it has only been open to foreigners for four years. If you like tribal travel and indigenous cultural exploration, this trip is for you. Joi n Dav id Me t c a l f on t h i s adventurous (small group size) trip into an enchanting land. Learn some photography tips, gain valuable feedback and inthe-field guidance by masterclass

SUNNY SIDE WARM UP — 2manydjs (DJ set) August 17th (SUN) 2pm - after midnight Artist: 2manydjs SUNNY SIDE UP Potato Head Beach Club, and entertainment group Ismaya Live, is proud to announce the inaugural year of ‘Sunny Side Up’, the annual music and cocktails festival. Taking place on August 20th this year, the festival will be a first for Bali — a combination of world — class mixology, an iconic location and backdrop and internationally acclaimed musical artists.

6 September 2014 T ED xUbud w i l l pre sent it s most diverse, entertaining and fascinating lineup to date. The 300 audience members will listen to ideas and innovations in the field of technology, entertainment and design from Indonesia and the world from 16 speakers and performers. This year, TEDxUbud is bringing the most innovative and talented Indonesians to its stage. Attendees will listen to instruments built from bamboo combining wind and percussion created by Rizal Abdulhadi, about software-created batik designs by Nancy Margried, and from Indonesia’s first Muslim female stand up comedian, Sakdiyah Ma’ruf. This year’s Indonesian speakers and performers will amaze and inspire. Entrepreneurial

Startup Grind 16 August 2014 Entrepreneurs Institute and Entrepreneur Resorts proudly announce their new alliance with Google for Entrepreneurs. Google for Entrepreneurs launched in Silicon Valley and has expanded

to a network of “Startup Grind” events for entrepreneurs in over 100 cities around the world. These events are designed to educate, inspire, and connect entrepreneurs and is proving t o be t he sma r t e st way for entrepreneurs to connect with like minded people in their area, at a grass roots level. Startup Grind Bali will be welcoming inspiring guest speakers, successful local founders, innovators, educators and investors to share personal stor ies and lessons learned on the road to building great companies, such as Steve Piro, founder of Synergy Carbon of one of “The Top 10 Hottest Startups in Bali” as recently published in Huffington Post. For more information please visit: http://startupgrind.com/bali/ Charity

Seminyak on Stage 2 August 2014 ‘Seminyak on Stage’ is a charity talent event to raise money for the ‘Kolewa Foundation’s (http:// www.kolewa.com) new mobile hospital. The ‘Kolewa Foundation’ is an amazing organisation helping children in need all over Indonesia. Youngsters and adults have the chance to get up on stage with a live band to perform and the Rock school will perform their amazing Grease show. Hundreds of balloons, holding vouchers from the businesses around Seminyak, will be sold as raffles. There will be an auction as well, your chance to win great prizes for a great deal.

BINTAN Party

Bintan's Ultimate Chill Out 23 August 2014 For its second year, Angsana Resort is holding a special Bintan’s Ultimate Chill Out party. This allday beach party invites guests to participate in various fun beach activities, beachside massages and a barbeque sunset dinner and party. This all-inclusive Bintan weekend getaway is of fered with room rates starting at just USD199++. Guests who book for two consecutive nights are given additional perks, such as 10% discount to the Banyan Tree and Angsana gallery products, 20% off spa treatments and 15% off on food and beverages at Angsana Bintan. To book, call +62 770 693-111 or email reservationsbintan@angsana.com. www.angsana.com

HUMOROUS OBSERVATIONS

The Big Drink

Daniel Pope is a part-time hedonist, residing mostly in Jakarta, where he still finds everything a bit of a rum do.

By Daniel Pope

“It is said that an Englishman responds to adversity by making a cup of tea. But there is another type of Englishman. When the going gets tough, he doesn’t meekly seek solace from a teacup. He heads to the pub.”

Jakarta's 2013 floods (Photo courtesy of ABC News)

It was breaking point for Jakarta. Days of torrential rain and years of incompetent urban planning were about to exact a terrible toll upon the city. Daniel Pope recalls the deluge. Dusk settled early on the overcast Indonesian capital on January 15, 2013. For days, water had been flowing in from the outlying hills. The city’s drainage system, clogged with tonnes of garbage, could no longer cope. That night, rivers burst and floodgates overflowed. The following morning, a strange stillness hung over Jakarta. Workplaces were empty. Shops closed. The usual din of traffic was eerily absent. Walls were dappled with cockroaches clinging above the murky waterline, where bloated rat carcasses bobbed. Dozens of people had died — drowned or electrocuted. More than 10,000 residents of inundated areas had to be evacuated. After a night spent in Menteng stranded upstairs in a friend’s house and a morning recovering with coffee, I was ready to attempt to get home, which was a rented room in West Jakarta. This meant finding a taxi sufficiently predatory to be out in these conditions, negotiating an inevitably high fare and searching for a dry route. The first two parts of the equation were relatively painless, not so the third. While attempting to go through Tanah Abang, an area notorious for organised thuggery, we reached a man who was helpfully directing vehicles across a large, yet by no means impenetrable, puddle. “Dua ribu (Two thousand)!” he shouted. When I questioned this illegal toll, he poked his head through the window,

noticed the colour of my skin and screamed, “Sepuluh ribu (Ten thousand)!”

On any other day, I might have pretended not to understand that Indonesia allows criminals to extort motorists. Instead, I paid up. We crossed the puddle, navigated over a slight rise and then discovered the enterprising thug was directing traffic into an area submerged beneath four feet of water. I should have taken greater note of all the reversing cars. Other routes proved equally impassable. Evidently I would not be getting home. It is said that an Englishman responds to adversity by making a cup of tea. But there is another type of Englishman. When the going gets tough, he doesn’t meekly seek solace from a teacup. He heads to the pub. Inside my local bar, the water was at seatlevel, owing to the building being located in a dip. This created the impression that the customers, jolly from having been there since last night, were floating on the water with their legs submerged. Certainly not the first time they had been legless. The patrons were few, mind — just the most determined drinkers. The sort of fellows you’d find making merry down at The Apocalypse Arms, blissfully oblivious to the hellfire raining down around them. I ordered breakfast — a large Bintang — took a sip, and surveyed the surroundings. I hadn’t seen so much water in the wrong place since my friend had sunk his wooden cabin cruiser in the Thousand Islands. I took another sip and cast my mind back to that fateful day. The boat had just departed Pulau Burung Indah, an island of tall trees occupied by

birds whose incessant droppings sounded like the patter of light rain. We had on board two young Dutch tourists, who had paid for a weekend pleasure cruise in this idyll of mostly unpopulated and privately owned islands set in crystal-clear waters. Already annoyed at being dotted with bird feces — the bird island had been an unscheduled stop — they were wondering if Judd, the boat’s boisterous American skipper, really was the experienced seadog that he had claimed to be when they had signed up.

Luckily, we emerged on an inhabited island, enabling us to negotiate passage back to the mainland.

Whenever the boat left harbour, it was amply stocked with crates of beer. It could easily have been mistaken for a Bintang cargo vessel. Only five hours into the trip, Judd was, to use a nautical phrase, three sheets to the wind. He had a competent crew of three local young men, which should have ensured a safe trip. But on this vessel the skipper, or publican — take your pick — had the last word at the wheel, or behind the bar — again, take your pick. The crew could argue all they liked that being native to these tropical waters, as opposed to the streets of Boston from where Judd hailed, made them the better judges of navigational issues. It was during one of these potential mutinies, with Judd insisting the boat stay on the course he had set, that the keel crunched into a reef and the vessel began to sink.

It seemed another abandon-ship was called for. But how does one disembark from a sinking city that has been holed by decades of having too many Captain Judds at the wheel? My first impulse was to wade back to the bar and do what Judd did: save the beer. But with the situation looking perilous, I decided to stay sober. I also wanted a second attempt at getting home before boat rental became the only option.

Captain Judd gave the order to abandon ship. His own part in this procedure involved transferring all the remaining bottles of beer into large carrier bags, plunging into the water with them, and wading toward the nearest shore, shouting, “Follow me!” Despite a reluctance to enter the sea, or indeed to follow Judd anywhere further, the tourists scooped up their belongings and clambered over the side.

Splashing out of my reverie, I exited the bar and noticed something peculiar. In my experience of floods, the water always receded soon after the rain had stopped, but this time it was getting deeper. I soon learned the answer. A barrier had collapsed on the bloated Ciliwung River and more water was spewing into the city.

On that day, the water indeed rose to record levels, deluging all main roads and even the Presidential Palace. Nevertheless, I managed to make it home. How? By moving house. As I waited for a taxi, a nice high-and-dry room for rent in some flats caught my attention. It was furnished, so I paid a month’s rent and moved in immediately. The following day, I fetched my possessions, most of them sodden and ruined, from my former home. Then, feeling weary of Jakarta, I booked a trip to the Thousand Islands, a much drier destination.

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L ook ing for a job a s dr iver. My name is Sugiarto. I live in Mampang South Jakarta My experience is with British Petroleum 2005-2013. My phone number: 0817129515 English speaking nanny/maid with long experience in American / European families looking for new employment, preferrably looking af ter babies or kids. Good cooking and baking skills available also. Please contact Misna 081310655881 Senior Expat; Ed.D, MBA, BS, in Executive Leadership seeks missionary position/ Educational Foundation position. Phone: 081398989033/ 081355033805 Expat, Dr.Ed.D, MBA, BS, in Executive Leadership seeks to open international homeschool needs silent Indonesian financial partner. A-Beka curriculum Ca ll: 081398989033/ 081355033805 PROPERTY F OR R E N T 350 Hou se s at Kemang, Cipete, Cilandak, Jeruk purut, Pondok Indah, Big Garden, Swimming Pool, U$ 2000 - U$ 7000. Phone: 0816859551 or 08170093366 Beautiful house for rent: Located at Pejaten Barat, 10 minutes to Kemang, near to Australian

1 bedroom Thamrin residence, block a, 21 st f loor. It's 42 sqm, and fully furnished. Faces the city. Looking for long term lease but will consider short term too. Call +62 811 141 791.

HOUSE FOR RENT-KEMANG. Single Story House ‘Excellent Location’ Kemang Hero 300m. 3 Bdrm, 3 Bthrm, 1 Offce, Pool, D/Garage, Western Kitchen, 6 Aircon, 10,000kw $3,000 USD p/mth 0878 88034501 B e aut i f u l l a r ge 2 b e d r o om apartment (95sqm converted from a 3 bedroom unit) in Taman Rasuna Apartment Complex (full facilities and private parking lot) next to Episentrum / Bakrie Tower, Jalan HR Rasuna Said.

UNIQUE APARTMENT FOR A BACHELOR !! - on f loor 25, with a stunning view to the south through a 7x8m window - one spa c e , 7m h ig h, w it h mezzanine - can be used as off ice or as residence - swimming pool on floor 7 - next to the Intercontinental Hotel - mall with restaurants, café’s and convenience stores on the ground floor - rented out furnished - available end of may 2014 price: US $ 1,800 / month period: minimum 1 year contact: HANS VAN OS / 0811 993 4659 / essenburg.hans@ gmail.com ROOM FOR RENT - Cilandak Single expat male + girlfriend in 3 bedroom house, behind Citos in Cilandak. • Maid (incl. laundry) • Internet • Cable TV (in room) • Power incl. • Bathroom

'House for sale in south of Jakarta for expat, fully furnished, land 700sqm2, 30mnt to BIS schl, 5 mnt to PIM, 6 bedrooms, sim pool, living room, grand piano & dine room w/quality furn, AC central, kitchen set, TV 6 unit, cable tv+ wifi, cam cctv ready to use, grg 5 car. Price 16 bill Rp or 1.4 mill $. Call Yanipeat 087886878172 SERVICES Spanish Tutor: Learn Spanish at your place with a DELE Certified Examiner from Spain. Most of my students come from International Schools (JIS and BIS). Please call me (Raúl) +6282110502786 Email: unascartas@yahoo.com IELTS Workshop, deliver by a native IELTS trained instructor, prov ides essential practices that teach you strategies and techniques for each part of IELTS test (Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking). Workshop run at comfortable venue and places are limited to 4 students per

session. Part of the workshop you w ill also do IELTS Pretesting and will receive a report card with your IELTS prediction scores. For further information ple a s e c ont a c t A m a nd a a t 021 – 2927 7819 or amanda@ thinkopenmind.com. Here at Stone's Throw Import & Export we are a family run export agency with old fashioned priorities for a modern age. We specialise in ICT, business and consumer services, alongside creative and media sectors. Please visit www.stones-throw.org

Sale of German baby products: milk, cereal, tea, and baby care with brand TOPFER.The First Certified Organic Baby Product in Indonesia.If interested, please contact: PIN BB : 22ECFECF Phone : +62 858 1488 3269. WA 08568018797

Bahasa Indonesia lesson for expats at your house or office, given by experienced instructor. Letter of recommendation available. Please call pak Chairuman 0812 1037 466 or email: chairuman2013@ yahoo.co.id

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TX Travel Mega Bekasi serves t ic ke t s , t ou r, hot el , c r u i s e and car rentals, domestic and international. Pls call Rizka @ (021) 27 234 199 Learn Bahasa Indonesia fast at your office / place/ house. Flexible time. Contact: 0811 899 864 or sinta.permadi@ yahoo.com

This train bunk bed is perfect for a family with two young children. The set includes two mattresses, shelves on the bottom bunk, drawers, storage cabinets, and stairs. It also includes a safety guard not pictured below. Asking price of 8 jt is negotiable.

Assistant for your daily. Hi, i can help you to deal with your daily and routine problems (pay the bill, buy the groceries, answering the msg, scheduling app, etc). Please mail: chris (chris.hanes.armavi@ gmail.com). Cheers!

Mobile: LG G2 Pro Lite for Sale Like new with box and still under guarantee. 1 GB RAM and 8GB Memory. Dual core processor. 8MP camera. whatsapp or sms : 08119403176.

Expat Insurance: We are a full service broker providing Medical and Life Insurance for expat families living in Indonesia. For more information or a free quote please inquire to: insurance@ jakres.com. Website: www.jakres. com (Expat housing / Insurance / Pension / Investment)

SERVICES

Rella's Kitchen provides Catering with your Choice of difference cuisines. Let us know what you want and we will create the food experience to fill your needs Intimate gatherings, big parties, or off ice functions. Email : rellaskitchen@gmail.com Do you want to learn bahasa? I’m Yovita, can teach you at office or your house. Contact me on 085712059254 or email: yyovita@gmail.com

50 minutes from Sawarna beach ) is designed to offer guests a beautiful nature, complete privacy and luxury. Recently listed (Jan 9, 2014) in the "Top 100 Holiday Beach Houses around the world", Guardian Newspaper. Stylish interior, outdoor terrace, sea view, spacious garden, swimming pool, 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, complete kitchen, TV and Wi fi. Idyllic place for couples or families. Separate guesthouse with 1 bathroom and 2 bedrooms. Friendly staff and female cook. In house catering. Prices starting from IDR 1,499,000 per night for the main villa and IDR 800,000 for our Guesthouse, Villa Gamrang is highly appreciated by expat s and Indonesian families. Reservations. www. villa-gamrang.nl or just mail us directly at villagamrang@ gmail.com

JOGJAKARTA AUTOMOTIVE Nissan Grand Liv ina 1.5 SV Manual transmission, Black, bought in Nov 2012, less than 14000 K M, AB (Yogyakarta) number plate. Only Rp 150.000.000 or nearest offer. Call: 085885501354 OTHER

SUKABUMI

For Jawa Barat area, especially Sukabumi Area. When you Need for car and driver with english language I am more than happy to serve you. +6281380191913, yahya.al.jari@tri.blackberry.com

PELABUHAN RATU PROPERTY

Experience staying at a beautiful, original antique Javanese Joglo house in the foothills of Mount Merapi. Joglo Ago is a three double be d ro om v i l la w it h gardens, perfect for a weekend retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life. In close proximity to Mount Merapi and Borobudur Temple. Visit www.jogloago.com for more information or call Indah 08123563626 or 0811268445.

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Di scover Vi l la Gamrang. Experience our hospitality and stay in your own beach house. Vi l la Gamrang (Cisolok, 4 hours ‘drive from Jakarta and

House for sale in a quiet residential estate. Land size 600m2, building size 250m2, 1 floor. The property includes a beautiful front and back tropical garden, 3 bedrooms (1 ensuite), 2 bathrooms, a large living area and a small front room. The back garden includes

a pavillion which can be used as an extra room or storage. The property includes 1 maid room and 1 maid bathroom. For sale unfurnished, certif icate ‘hak milik’. Only serious candidates please. Deal directly with the owner, Ibu Indah. Please call 0811268445 or 08123563626.

BOGOR PROPERTY VILLA FOR RENT - GUNUNG SALAK, BOGOR: Comfortable t wo bedroom v illa for shor t term rent. Two hours drive from Jakarta. Great views, peaceful rural environment, cool weather (@700 metres). One km from P u ra Pa ra hya nga n ( la rge st Balinese temple in Java), National Park and Highland Park Resort. For more information, email: gunungsalakvilla@gmail.com

BALI PROPERTY Restaurant/Bar business for lease/ sale. The just renovated two story building is located in Tuban, easy to reach and upcoming area. The strategic location right next to the new entrance of the airport makes the land lease and the building on it suitable for different commercial purposes. However, this offering can include the entire business set up and can be bought with or without legal entity and licenses. For more info frese. edo@gmail.com

Villa Damee, Peace in the Rice Fields, Ubud, Bali — Placed in a quiet, peaceful and serene village 4.5kms out of Ubud, Villa Damee can perfectly serve 6 people and is an ideal place for a romanticcouple stay, families or a group of friends. The 3 brm beautiful pool villa set in the heart of the rice fields, with ancient temples around and allows you to feel the “real Bali”. You will be served wonderful meals during your stay by your villa cook. Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence 2014. www.villadamee.com

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