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Time goes by so quickly and we are already approaching the end of the Holy Month of Ramadan. We hope you all have a wonderful break with your families and we would like to wish all our friends who are celebrating a very happy and blessed Idul Fitri. Mohon Maaf Lahir dan Batin.

In this last issue before the holidays we bring you more from our contributors that we hope you will find useful and interesting. In our Top Ten you will find out about some of the musical concerts that have gone horribly wrong in Indonesia, sometimes with fatal consequences, and Stephanie Brookes takes us on a trip to Nusa Penida. Our guest writer, respected Indonesian journalist Shoeb Kagda tells us about the looming skills gap in Indonesia and what the country needs to do to meet the challenges of the future, plus of course we have our usual round-up of events going on around the country. We hope you will agree there is something for everyone.

Wherever you are and whatever you are doing during the break, be safe, and we look forward to seeing you when we return.

Contributors Stephanie Brookes Duncan Graham Shoeb Kagda Latifah Kusumawardani Maarja Pehme Kenneth Yeung

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EXPAT ADVICE Foreigners Relocating to Bali

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TRAVEL Blitar: A Grave Town

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BUSINESS PROFILE CEO of Mekar – Thierry Sanders

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SCAMS IN THE CITY The Stealing Season

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SNA MEDIA CLUB COLUMN Green Spaces in Surabaya

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DESTINATION Nusa Penida – Angels and Nature

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EDUCATION Solving Indonesia's Talent Deficit

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TOP TEN Top 10 Concert Fails in Indonesia

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Emerhub’s mission is to lower entry barriers in the emerging markets.

We work with foreign companies of all sizes and industries and help them succeed by providing corporate secretarial and advisory services.

Emerhub Indonesia can be reached at indonesia@emerhub.com

EXPAT ADVICE

Foreigners Relocating to Bali

BY MAARJA PEHME (EMERHUB'S CONTENT TEAM)

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t’s easy to visit Bali as a tourist because most nationalities don’t need a visa to stay on the island for up to 30 days. However, things get a little more complicated if you are there for a longterm visit or plan to settle down. You will find that the regulations in Bali are very specific. They sometimes make planning for a relocation quite overwhelming. In this article we will show you the easiest way to get your life started in Bali legally.

PREPARATIONS FOR FOREIGNERS RELOCATING TO BALI The low cost of living and favourable climate make plenty of foreigners want to make Bali their home. It is difficult to determine the exact number of expats living in Indonesia, but according to a Labour Ministry report, there were 43,816 foreign workers in the country in July 2016.

Because it is a popular travel destination, it is easy to find information about Bali.

As a result, travellers are mostly prepared well enough. Having said that, each country comes with its own specifications and customs.

What foreigners relocating to Bali find surprising is that processing documentation takes time. Thus, it is wise to start off with the support of a trustworthy company.

Receiving correct time and cost estimations is crucial for preparation.

SHORT-TERM RELOCATION A short-term relocation is perfect for travellers uncertain of the length of their journey; for example, in case you are planning to settle into a nomadic lifestyle on the island.

Which documents do you need? Depending on the exact purpose of your stay, you need either a: • Business visa or a • Temporary stay permit (KITAS) sponsored by Emerhub MAKING A BUSINESS VISA A business visa is very convenient, especially when compared to a social visa or a visa on arrival. A business visa in Indonesia requires no extension and there is no need to visit an immigration office for an interview, or to give fingerprints or a photograph. The only requirement of a business visa is to leave the country every 60 days.

OPENING A BANK ACCOUNT IN BALI WITH BUSINESS VISA Having a local bank account in Bali makes life significantly easier, especially as transactions with overseas bank accounts are costly. Also, there are several benefits to having a bank account with online banking.

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Often banks refuse to open accounts for people without a KITAS or, without a recommendation given to the bank by a trusted entity. Emerhub’s strong relationships with banks allows the company to facilitate this and simplify things for foreigners wishing to relocate to Bali.

KITAS SPONSORED BY EMERHUB A temporary stay permit (KITAS) is a multiple entry visa. Having a KITAS in Bali is highly practical for two main reasons; It allows a foreigner to freely exit and re-enter the country and also to work in Bali. Note that it is important to have a relevant title on your KITAS. One way of obtaining a KITAS is to find an Indonesian entity to issue a sponsor letter for you. Emerhub can become your KITAS sponsor and advise on the type of KITAS you can apply for.

When choosing a KITAS instead of a business visa there is no need to leave the country. Depending on your position, you receive either a six or 12 month KITAS. The need to exit Indonesia only comes up when you pick up your telex visa from an Indonesian embassy abroad. This is a mandatory step in the application process.

A KITAS holder receives several benefits, including lower prices for training facilities, resorts and restaurants etc. KITAS holders may also acquire land in Indonesia.

2. Representative Office (Including Tax Reporting) A representative office can apply for a KITAS for all its foreign executives. For relocation to Bali, setting up a representative office is wise because compliance costs are lower than for obtaining a KITAS via a limited liability company. To start the process, you need a legal entity incorporated outside of Indonesia.

As a KITAS holder you can stay in Indonesia long term. After a while you are considered a tax resident. Keep in mind the time when you must start reporting your taxes: • After staying in Indonesia for 183 days or more in any continuous 12 month period • Residing in Indonesia during the fiscal year and intending to stay here

1. Working KITAS and Dependant KITAS Unless you plan to work in Bali, the simplest way to get started with a KITAS is to set up a representative office for a foreign trading company (KP3A).

After doing so, you will become the Chief of the Representative Office (the CRO) with a KITAS and other family members (spouse and children) can have a dependant KITAS. For the CRO and the dependants, the validity of a KITAS is 12 months.

3. Registration at the National Manpower Security Agency (BPJS) To apply for a KITAS, a foreigner must also have health insurance that covers Indonesia. Emerhub can help you get a better deal with health insurance providers.

A CRO that relocates for long term is also registered for a social security program.

Registration takes place at the National Manpower Security Agency (BPJS). This program makes you fully eligible to receive medical care in Bali according to BPJS standards.

Overall, when in Rome, do as the Romans do. This also applies in Indonesia. The best that foreigners relocating to Bali can do is follow the country’s customs and regulations and familiarise themselves with the options they have for visas and banking.

BALI RELOCATION SHORT-TERM SOLUTION

LONG-TERM SOLUTION

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• Multiple entry business visa • Stay in Indonesia for 60 days per visit for one year

One year KITAS for you, the Chief of the Representative Office (CRO), and your dependants (spouse and children)

Open an Indonesian bank account

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Set up a Representative Office of a foreign trading company (KP3A)

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Enrol yourself and your family in the local BPJS social security program

Local tax card

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Acquire land in Indonesia

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Preparing for a KITAS takes longer and is also more expensive than a business visa.

LONG-TERM RELOCATION TO BALI When moving for a longer term, possibly with your family, stability is likely to be top of your list. To make the island your home without any unnecessary delays and worries, consider following these three steps:

Only KITAS holders receive a tax card.

Let Emerhub assist you with taking the first steps. Either for a short-term getaway or to settle down in Bali longer term, proper documentation is where it all begins. For more information please call +6221-220-579-30 or visit our website www.emerhub.com

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Australian journalist Duncan Graham indonesianow.blogspot.com lives in nearby Malang, A short film by Blitar-born, now US-based director Livi Zheng can be found here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=fg-YN2sDrZI

Blitar: A Grave Town SOEKARNO MUSEUM, BLITAR

However getting there can be tricky. Blitar doesn’t have taxis, public transport or an airport. The city is accessible by rail – five hours from Yogya, two from Malang. Then it’s a stroll from station to centre – though not beyond. There are becak (pedicabs) but the old peddlers keep to city limits.

There are only four hotels; two rent bicycles. The roads are mainly flat and there’s much to marvel.

Foreigners still turn heads so Bali-style rip-offs are rare. Expect to be recruited for selfies.

Blitar can be raw. On Jalan Merdeka a door opens onto cages with four long-tailed macaques. The friendly owner sluices their droppings into the street.

Adjacent is a shop packed with fireworks waiting for one fag to blow up the block.

Down the road is the freshest butchery in the region.

The animals are slaughtered in a back room and the quivering bloody meat barrowed to the shop front.

A street behind is the lush and lovely flower market squeezed between a narrow lane and the railway line.

It’s not signposted or promoted. It should be.

Diners at the Pacific restaurant are served by a guy in a police uniform – an arresting experience. Don’t bother looking for Western food away from the Tugu.

Best adapt to the Real Thing with rice.

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here’s much that’s curious about Blitar.

Harmonious yet discordant, mainly subtle, then abruptly blunt. Certainly different.

Well worth sampling.

It’s not so big; with just 140,000 residents Blitar ranks number eight in the hierarchy of East Java’s cities.

That doesn’t always mean less traffic – smaller towns are often more cramped and crowded. But through a measure of planning wisdom decades past, the streets are mainly wide and straight.

Later administrations added one-way traffic. All it needs now are police cameras to snare the hoons who believe space needs speed.

Fortunately they are few (jerks and cops) so it’s possible to cross Jalan Merdeka at almost any point without getting snared for jaywalking or skittled by feral Hondas.

Where to stay? This is not a puff for the grand 19 th century Tugu Hotel on this same street, but even if you camp elsewhere take a peek – staff members are accommodating and there are cheaper rooms tucked away.

The central pavilion, where prices start at a million rupiah plus plus, is grand without being majestic.

The restorers have been gentle. Here’s a suite devoted to founding President Sukarno, as is the whole town.

When the 1945 Proclamator of Indonesia’s Independence died of kidney failure in 1970 General Suharto, who’d ousted him five years earlier, had a grave problem. He feared a Sukarno headstone in Jakarta would become a rallying point for the resentful angered by the 1965 military takeover and purge of communists.

So the remains of the 69-year old were sent 750 kilometres southeast to Blitar where Sukarno had lived as a child with his grandparents. Suharto’s fears were well grounded; neither distance nor time has dissuaded pilgrims. The founder’s tomb has become a national shrine and a huge earner for the city.

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Well over half the archipelago’s 260 million citizens were born after Sukarno died yet the nostalgia industry seems unquenchable, with busses often delivering crowds keen to commemorate the father of the Republic and his supposed glory times. On special days, like 21 June, the anniversary of his death, the pride is palpable.

In this intoxicating environment the unwelcome voices are sober historians reminding that although Sukarno was a towering revolutionary he was a midget manager of the economy. He shunned the West, seized foreign-owned businesses and courted the Reds.

He had nine known wives; the 132-metre Russianrealism Monas (Monumen Nasional) pillar in Central Jakarta is known as ‘Sukarno’s last erection’. It was supposed to rival the Eiffel Tower.

Unfortunately the Blitar mausoleum is almost as kitsch as the back-scratchers and other trashy souvenirs sold outside the gates. More authentic is the house where Sukarno lived.

The gravesite’s slab design is weird, for the city and its surrounds are full of creatives. One village makes kendang jimbe, the goblet-shaped hand drums, and exports to China.

There are potters, carvers, musicians and painters, descendants of the artisans who over 250 years built the Penataran Shiva Temple complex. This is 12 kilometres out of town on the lower slopes of Mount Kelud, 1,731 metres and last active in 2014.

The reliefs, many showing episodes from the Ramayana epic and scenes of daily life, are marvelously rich and superbly executed. Some are quirky and playful. All are spellbinding, the past speaking to the present with clarity.

This is not manicured, hyper-commercialised Borobudur, which is not to demean the mighty Central Java Buddhist temple built four centuries earlier. But smaller Penataran is so much easier to wander and ponder.

Further down Jalan Merdeka is the grassed alunalun (town square) where thousands of Javanese pond herons roost in the banyan trees and slime the streets. Finding wildlife in an urban area is as rare as road rage, so this is special.

Next-door is a prison for juveniles flanked by Blitar’s first shopping mall with a crass façade in the current minimalist style. More acceptable is the old-era streetscape, which includes the Po An Kiong Buddhist Temple close by the markets. Here women gather to exercise at dawn.

Blitar is supposed to be an acronym for Bhumi Laya Ika Tantra Adhi Raja, the Land Where Kings Reside.

It’s also a land soaked with blood.

In early 1945, months before atomic bombs ended the Pacific War, Blitar nationalists took on the Japanese occupiers. The revolt was poorly organised and soon put down, but it startled the Japanese who unwisely thought Indonesians welcomed their presence as fellow Asians. It inspired others to fight back.

Four years later the returning Dutch were the killers.

A monument in nearby Peniwen records the shooting of 12 civilians and rape of three women

by Netherlands’ troops. Their gross evil became internationally known and hastened the Dutch departure, There are more benign reminders of the colonialists.

About five kilometres above the Penataran Temple is the 19 th century De Karanganjar Koffieplantage.

Other surviving coffee plantations in East Java hilltowns are often boringly functional, plain sheds with rusting machines; this one is being turned into a museum and education centre by the family of former Blitar bupati (regent) Herry Noegroho.

Though still a work in progress it has great potential and charges foreigners local prices. An overnight room costs Rp200,000.

For outsiders seeking some understanding of Indonesia’s complex past and present, the culture, concerns and expectations of the citizens of the world’s third largest democracy – then Blitar is the nation’s one-stop shop.

The Advantages of Perpres No. 20 of 2018 in Hiring Expatriate Workers

BY LATIFAH KUSUMAWARDANI (LATIFAH@ELSON.CO.ID)

existence of a notification for payment of compensation funds to be submitted by the Minister of Manpower after the employer provides personal data on foreign workers.

Whereas, in the previous regulation, the compensation fund (known as DPKK, Mandatory Skill Development Fund) is paid at the time of submission of the IMTA after obtaining the billing code from the Ministry of Manpower.

The obligation to pay compensation funds is also excluded for government agencies, representatives of foreign countries, and international bodies as well as institutions conducting social and religious activities, as well as certain occupations in the field of education.

V. The Shorter Timeframe Similar to the previous regulation, the Perpres No. 20/2018 also describes clearly the period required by the employer in the arrangement of the foreign worker’s license. For example, for ratification of the RPTKA and its amendment, the period requested is only two days after the application file is received completely. The previous regulation, Ministry Regulation No. 16 of 2015, used to take three working days to obtain the RPTKA. Meanwhile, for emergencies, the RPTKA can be obtained in a maximum of one working day after the application is received completely.

The Presidential Regulation No. 20/2018, in general, has provided some advantages for employers in Indonesia who want to hire foreign workers. It consists of six significant provisions which are: (I) allowing foreign workers to have two positions at the same time in certain job sectors.

(II) releasing a shareholder who holds a director or commissioner position from the obligation to have RPTKA. (III) allowing foreign workers to conduct their job first, then arrange the RPTKA, for specific jobs.

(IV) abolishing the IMTA. (V) introducing the new procedure of applying permits to employ foreign workers, which is shorter and more precise compared to the previous regulation.

(VI) a more flexible reporting period of expatriate utilisation to the Ministry of Manpower.

The President of the Republic of Indonesia, Joko Widodo, enacted the Presidential Regulation No. 20 of 2018 on foreign workers (“Perpres No.20/2018”) on March 26, 2018.

It will enter into force on June 26, 2018, three months after the enactment date.

In general, the regulation introduces several significant changes to the procedures for hiring foreign workers in Indonesia – some of which may be considered beneficial to the companies who have an intention to hire foreign workers – compared to the previous regulation. The government argued that the enactment of Perpres No.20/2018 is to simplify the bureaucratic process as well as facilitating permits to encourage the ease of investment in Indonesia.

This article discusses some provisions in Perpres No. 20/2018 that are considered beneficial for companies wishing to hire foreign workers. It is written as a guideline and reference for the company or institution who has a plan to hire foreign workers in the future.

The Perpres No.20/2018 has stated seven parties who can hire foreign workers in Indonesia. As described in Article 3, they are, as follows: a. Government agencies, the representatives of the foreign countries, international bodies, and international organisations; b. Foreign trade representative offices, the representative offices of foreign companies, and foreign news agencies conducting activities in Indonesia c. Foreign private companies conducting business in Indonesia; d. Indonesian legal entities in the form of limited liability companies or foundations, or foreign business entities that are registered in the authorised institution; e. Institutions conducting social, religious, educational and cultural activities; f. Impresario service businesses; and g. Business entities that comply with existing law.

Here are some beneficial provisions in Perpres No.20/2018 for the seven categories of parties above in employing foreign workers: I. Double Position is Possible in Certain Conditions Article 6 of Perpres No.20/2018 allows employers of foreign workers in specific sectors to employ foreign workers who are employed by other employers in the same position. In other words, the article allows the foreign worker to have double positions. The foreign worker could be employed until the expiration of his or her working period as stated in the contract of work with the first employer of the foreign worker.

Article 6 paragraph (3) states that "The types of positions, sectors and procedures for the employ of foreign workers in double positions are further stipulated by the Ministerial Regulation." This means that we do not know which types of companies are allowed to take advantage of the double position provision until the Ministry releases its regulation.

II. RPTKA is Not Mandatory for a Shareholder Who is a Director or Commissioner According to Article 10 Perpres No.20/2018, the Employer is not required to hold an RPTKA (Rencana Penggunaan Tenaga Kerja Asing/ Expatriate Worker Utilisation Plan) in employing foreign workers who are shareholders and are serving as director or commissioner. In addition, an RPTKA is also not mandatory for the employer who employs diplomatic and consular employees as well as foreign workers in certain types of jobs that are required by the government. The details on the “certain types of jobs required by the government” will be further regulated in Ministerial Regulation.

Moreover, government agencies, representatives of foreign countries and international bodies are also not required to have an RPTKA in employing foreign workers. It is mentioned explicitly in Article 16 paragraph (1) of Perpres No.20/2018.

III. Employing Foreign Workers First, Then Applying for an RPTKA Article 13 of Perpres No.20/2018 provides permission for the employer to hire foreign workers in Indonesia first, then apply for an RPTKA later. It only applies exclusively to emergency and urgent work, and the application for the RPTKA should be submitted within two days after the foreign worker starts work in Indonesia.

Unfortunately, Perpres No.20/2018 does not provide further explanation on the definition of emergency and urgent work.

Furthermore, the notification of payment of compensation funds shall be issued within two working days with a copy to the Directorate General of Immigration. The same applies with the issuance of a Vitas (Visa Izin Tinggal Terbatas/ Limited Stay Visa), also conducted within a maximum of two working days after the file is received completely.

VI. More Flexible Reporting Period Compared to the previous regulations, an employer’s obligation to report the implementation of the use of foreign workers to the Ministry of Manpower has been reduced from previously every six months to only once a year, and it covers: a. The implementation of employing foreign workers; b. The implementation of education and training of co-workers.

In addition to arranging several provisions that are considered beneficial for the employer, the Perpres No. 20/2018 also provides several obligations for the employer, which include the following: 1. The obligation to facilitate the education and training in Indonesian language (Article 26 Paragraph (1) Letter c).

2. The obligation to include foreign workers in the Employment Social Security (BPJS Employment) and / or provide an Indonesian legal insurance policy for the foreign worker who will be working for more than six months working period (Article 25).

Latifah graduated from the Law Faculty of University of Indonesia majoring in business law. She was one of the finalist outstanding graduate students in her batch in the faculty. As a senior associate at Elson, Latifah has expertise in the area of business law, including expatriate work permits, employment law, company formation, corporate matters, drafting and reviewing the agreements, etc.

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BUSINESS PROFILE through social media. They can download our “MoMaju� app and earn Rp100,000 if they find a business that really needs financing. When they find the right businesses, we either get the financing for them ourselves or we connect them to other financial institutions. We do a second check of the business to ensure that the prospect is really a good business to put on our platform. We are like plumbers, connecting pipelines between different parts of Indonesia. The next big step is how to get people from Amsterdam or New York to finance a business all the way here in Indonesia.

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Thierry Sanders Indonesia Expat sat down with Thierry Sanders, CEO of Mekar, and talked about peer-to-peer lending in Indonesia.

Tell us about your background in financing.

It was around the year 2000, I was working with a friend in Oxford who set up the first company to trade carbon credits. Basically we would find companies that reduce CO2 emissions and we would help finance those companies. We had around 600 companies that we were helping to get financed, all from developing countries, and there I saw that financiers were only interested in businesses that needed a lot of money.

The ones that needed relatively little money, even though the returns were higher and the risks were lower, would be very hard to finance. I thought this was strange and I realised that this was a big problem. Having lived in developing countries my whole youth, I knew that most companies are small in these parts of the world, and that a lot of jobs in developing countries are being created with these small companies. So I decided, in 2004, to dedicate my career to try and solve this problem. I call this problem, "The Missing Middle".

Can you explain what "The Missing Middle" means?

What this means is, the really small companies usually get financed by the owners themselves and their families, and the big companies get financed by banks and other investors. Then there's this missing finance for small or "middle" companies that are too big to be financed by families and too small to be financed by formal financial institutions. Yet this is where most jobs are created in developing countries.

So imagine what we could do if we could get a bit more finance for these small businesses?

What did you do to help solve this problem?

I decided to create a Global Business Plan competition using the internet, to get businesses from developing countries to submit their ideas and get investors to register. This was way before the time of crowdfunding. We just wanted to match entrepreneurs and start-ups with investors. I started a foundation called the Business In Development Network and I managed to get 60,000 start-ups to register on the platform over a period of five years, and we managed to get investors to finance those businesses up to the tune of US$250 million. It was a huge success and it created a lot of jobs in these countries.

I was then invited to the G20 summit as one of the global leaders in getting small businesses financed.

Barack Obama was there giving awards to the best in the world. He gave me US$1 million to promote my activities. Then I got an invitation from the White House to help the Obama administration to set this up for Muslim countries. There were around 30 advisors to the Obama administration to help entrepreneurship in Muslim-majority countries. Putera Sampoerna was one of those advisors too. He and I started talking and soon noticed we shared this passion for supporting small businesses. He was thrilled at what I was doing and he invited me to come to Indonesia. At the end of 2014 I decided to come here, and he asked me to help him grow one of his companies called Mekar.

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How did you get started at Mekar?

Putera Sampoerna told me about Mekar, the first peer-to-peer lending platform in Indonesia. Peer-topeer means that an investor can finance a borrower directly through the internet. It launched in 2012 but the company wasn't doing very well. I suggested to reorganise the company with a better business model. In the beginning of 2016 we started lending online directly to small businesses in Greater Jakarta.

We initially financed 800 small businesses, and now we've just finished financing our 25,000 th business.

How is Mekar doing now?

We've shifted our activities and are now mainly financing women's businesses. Lending to women is safer in Indonesia. Statistics show that five percent of male borrowers, on average, will not pay back.

With our female borrowers, it's only 0.5 percent.

Which is why we chose to focus on women. They also have a harder time getting financed. Now, 95 percent of the businesses we finance are women's businesses.

Most of the online financing, if you look at our competitors, happens in Jakarta. I decided that we need to do better and go further, we can't do what everyone else is doing. Now, we finance businesses all the way from Aceh to Papua. We are able to do so by looking for credit cooperatives or Koperasi Simpan Pinjam that have been operating well for the last five to ten years. There are approximately 70,000 credit cooperatives in Indonesia, of which less than 200 are up to our standards. We are currently working with two big credit cooperatives, one of which, Komida, has financed one million women’s businesses.

They do the lending and collecting, and organising meetings with the women, and we offer those businesses on our platform for wealthy Indonesians to finance. Through our website, anyone can start financing women all over the country and they can earn 12 percent per year.

What are Mekar's goals?

Putera Sampoerna and I have agreed to achieve three things. One is to get wealthy people to finance less wealthy entrepreneurial people. We are not interested in financing the trendy tech businesses because there's enough money going there. We are just looking for small businesses that create jobs.

Local businesses that can't get financing from banks.

We are connecting them with financing that they otherwise can't get.

The types of businesses include fisheries, agriculture, and even warungs, actually half the businesses in the platform are shops or little warungs. Most of them won't have more than five people working there, so if they get a loan they'll double their size. It means there's 100 percent growth, but it's still small.

The second goal is to create an army of agents across the country that are using our mobile app, like Go-Jek drivers, going into small businesses and asking them what they need to grow. We currently have 2,000 agents across the country that we found

The third is to set up an Impact Fund. This is a US$30 million dollar fund to invest in larger green and social businesses. They're still considered as relatively small businesses but need up to US$500,000 in investment. These will be businesses that have a social or environmental impact. For example businesses that can improve education or health in the country, help with recycling, renewable energy or water sanitation, basically anything that improves the quality of life in Indonesia, at a profit.

Can you elaborate more on the Foreign Investment opportunity with Mekar?

For foreign investors the platform allows anyone in the world to finance a woman's business for about Rp 2 million. The minimum investment to make it worthwhile for foreign investors outside Indonesia is US$3,000. This amount can finance 30 women's businesses. You can choose a 12, 18 or 24 month investment, earning you respectively 3.5 percent, 4 percent and 4.8 percent flat per year after tax, transfers and currency exchange in your foreign currency.

An expat living here, on the other hand, those who have a local bank account, will earn more, but in Rupiah. Mekar offers investors two options.

Investments that repay every month or time deposits of 12, 18 or 24 months. The time deposits earns 11.5, 12, and 12.5 percent per year respectively. For this the minimum investment is Rp 30 million. However, an investment which gets repaid every month offers you 10 percent per year, and offer which is open till June 30th. In July and after the monthly repaid investments will offer 7.75 percent per year starting from investments for as little as Rp 1 million.

There's no minimum investment limit for a monthly repayment loan. Every month, this loan will be repaid with a 10 percent flat until 30 June 2018, however starting from 1 July 2018 repayment will be at 7.75 percent. With the deposits all the monthly repayments get reinvested into new loans, offering the investor an extra 4.75 percent flat.

With this new program, we also want to invite foreign investors, not just wealthy Indonesians, to help grow small Indonesian businesses. Our website is now accessible in English which explains clearly how to set up a funder account and transfer funds to Mekar.

Why should investors choose Mekar?

We are the only platform that invests mostly in women, and as I mentioned earlier 95 percent of the businesses are women's businesses. We are helping them become financially independent and earn money on their own, and giving them a rare opportunity. We are also the only platform in Indonesia that finances from all over the country. Moreover, any money you invest in our platform will be protected. The money you initially put in is 100 percent guaranteed. The cooperatives that we work with have such big financial buffers and have been operating so well for over ten years that they are able to guarantee the repayment of your investment. Only the earned interest is at risk, but in practice, only 0.5 percent of payments are late, which makes this risk almost insignificant. Those three things make us unique as a peer-to-peer lending platform.

For more information, visit www.mekar.id

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THE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF PENANG (UPLANDS) The International School of Penang (Uplands) is a non-profit, coeducational Reception to Primary and Secondary School (Reception, Year 1 to Year 13) with boarding facilities, open to children aged 4 to 18 years old. It is one of the leading international schools in Malaysia, offering the IB PYP, IB Diploma and IGCSE qualifications.

Since being established in 1955 at the top of Penang Hill and now established in a modern campus in Batu Feringgi, Uplands has strived to embody a caring community; a school where both international and Malaysian students are happy to learn. Our motto: Respect for Self.

Respect for Others.

Students receive a wealth of quality education from an international teaching faculty as well as a range of sporting and extracurricular activities cultivating teamwork, self-confidence and all-roundedness.

Year upon year Uplands students have attained academic results that are consistently higher than global averages, with some achieving perfect scores in the IB Diploma pre-university course and receiving prestigious university scholarships.

The International School of Penang (Uplands) is an IB World School, also recognised by the Malaysian Ministry of Education and permitted to admit both foreign and local students. Uplands is a member of: • The Council of International Schools (CIS); • The Boarding Schools’ Association (BSA); • The Federation of British International Schools in Asia (FOBISIA); • The Association of International Malaysian Schools (AIMS).

The School is approved to offer external examinations by The International Baccalaureate Organisation (IBO), Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) and Edexcel International Examinations. The School received an award from the Malaysian Ministry of Education in June 2003, recognising it as one of the leading international schools in the nation.

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• Year Established: 1955 • Location: Batu Feringgi, Penang, Malaysia • Student Population / Average Class Size: 730 / 24 (maximum) • Levels of Education Offered: Reception to Year 13 (Age 4 to 18) • Curricula / Programmes Offered: International Baccalaureate [Diploma & Primary Year Programme (PYP)] and IGCSE • Languages Offered: English, Bahasa Malaysia, Mandarin, Japanese, Spanish, French, German • ESL / ESOL Programmes: Available, Primary and Secondary • Student Support Services: Career counsellor, learning support, school counsellor • Uniforms: Required • School Facilities: Air-conditioned classrooms, swimming pool, sports field, library, gymnasium, refectory, playground, basketball court, badminton court, IT resource centre, science laboratories, multi-purpose hall, audio / visual room, art room, music room, design and technology workshops and boarding facilities. The campus is fully networked with wired and wireless access.

• Extracurricular Activities: Basketball, tennis, football, touch rugby, athletics, chamber orchestra, chess, Chinese calligraphy, Chinese zither, environmental film, Japanese tea ceremony, karate, taekwondo, Mixed Martial Arts (MMA), gymnastics, yoga, Malay dance, Model United Nations, Rock & Jazz band and swimming among many others • School Academic Year: August to June • School Fees: Annual tuition fee – RM33,400 to RM54,250, Application fee – RM800, Entrance fee – RM7,000, Enrolment deposit (refundable) – RM5,000, The I.S.P. Schools Association membership fee – RM1,000 • Boarding Fees: Annual boarding fee – RM46,400 to RM48,800 • Contact information: Phone: (+604) 881 9777, Email: info@uplands.org • Website: www.uplands.org

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Airfi Indonesia Inflight Entertainment Systems Now Operational on Sriwijaya Airlines Aircraft AirFi wireless IFE is now operational on three Sriwijaya Airlines routes and will soon be flying on a total of 50 aircraft operated by Sriwijaya Air and subsidiary NAM Air based in Jakarta.

Airfi is based in Holland and provides inflight entertainment (IFE) systems on aircraft at no cost to the airline. Airfi systems deliver IFE on the passengers’ own smartphone, tablet or laptop screens via wifi inside the aircraft. The IFE on offer is comparable to that currently found on long haul and more expensive regional and domestic flights and includes Hollywood blockbusters, the usual TV comedy shows and documentaries etc.

Indonesia is forecast by IATA to be the fourth fastest-growing market in the world over the next 20 years with the Asia-Pacific region at large expected to see an extra 2.1bn annual passengers by 2036. AirFi now has three fully resourced bases serving the region: AirFi Development Hub in Banglaore, India, AirFi Indonesia in Jakarta and a regional partner HQ in Singapore. The regional teams will be highly focused on driving up new digital ancillary revenues for our client base that AirFi wireless streaming and Connected Crew payment technologies can enable.

“I’m thrilled to announce the signing of our first two AirFi Indonesia client airlines,” said Satish Mahtani, AirFi Indonesia Managing Director.

“Sriwijaya Airlines is Indonesia’s third largest airline, operating an all-Boeing 737 fleet of 40 aircraft. NAM Air is the feeder airline subsidiary

of Sriwijaya Airlines, operating a fleet of ten Boeing 757 and five ATR turboprops. We have just gone live on three routes with Sriwijaya Airlines and both Sriwijaya Airlines and NAM Air are now gearing up to launch the passengercentric AirFi wireless IFE streaming platform and crew-centric Connected Crew onboard retailing EPOS system on all aircraft” he said.

The Netherlands headquartered group has also announced the formation of another landmark regional partner agreement, with a major Singapore-based ground-handler and in-flight caterer serving Changi Airport.

“I’m again extremely proud to announce another landmark regional partner agreement. Mirroring our strategy in the Middle East and North Africa, we can now rapidly scale up our presence and capability across Asia-Pacific – which IATA forecast will see the biggest increase in passenger numbers over the next 20 years. Together with the successes at AirFi Indonesia, we have a really strong foundation to help more regional clients transform their onboard crew and passenger experiences.” commented Job Heimerikx, AirFi CEO. Indonesia Expat is proud to be in partnership with Airfi Indonesia to provide content for its IFE systems that is relevant to Indonesia and to those visiting Indonesia.

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The Trillion-Dollar Investment Trend You’ve Never Heard of and How You Can Be a Part of It An increasing number of investors all over the world are turning towards impact investing. It is a trend, a movement if you will, that sees investors invest their money not just for profit, but also for social benefit.

If

today you take a look at your investment portfolio, what will you find? A number of properties around your hometown, perhaps? Time deposit accounts? Or shares in consumer staples, coal, oil and gas companies? While these investments provide you with financial benefits, do they help create a positive social or environmental impact?

sector and they are among the top, if not number one, contributors to job creation in the country. Unfortunately, micro business owners in Indonesia are facing many challenges, including a shortage of funding, hindering them from growing their venture.

An increasing number of investors all over the world are turning towards impact investing. It is a trend, a movement if you will, that sees investors invest their money not just for profit, but also for social benefit. Over the years, these investors have migrated trillions of dollars from their portfolio to be invested towards positive social and environmental purposes. The good news is, you too can be a part of this massive social change. And it’s easy too.

You can support Indonesian micro businesses and help them grow and thrive by investing in their loans. A leading, Indonesia-based peer-to-peer lending platform lets you do just that in just a few simple steps. Mekar (PT Mekar Investama Sampoerna) connects you, the investors (also called ‘funders’ in Mekar) from all over the world, with micro businesses in many provinces in Indonesia that are in need of funding.

Indonesia is home to an estimated 60 million units of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises. A majority of them, around 98%, are micro businesses in the informal

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location. At the end of the day, thriving micro businesses and better livelihoods will empower communities and drive the local economies in villages and cities in many parts of Indonesia.

The icing on the cake is that when you invest in micro business loans through Mekar, you enjoy a 100% protection guarantee on your principal.

This guarantee is provided by Mekar’s lending partners, financial institutions that act as loan originators in Mekar.

What’s in it for you?

This is where you come in.

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About 99% of the micro businesses that are seeking loans in Mekar are run by women. And every single one of them has gone through a rigorous vetting process so that only those that have a positive environmental and social impact can get a loan funded through Mekar.id, Mekar’s online loan marketplace. Loans in Mekar range from around Rp 2 million (US$ 140) to Rp 8 million. For the last couple of years 99.5% of these borrowers have repaid on time.

up to

12.5% per year

Earn solid returns, up to 12.5% per year (in IDR)

Create positive social and environmental impact for many communities in Indonesia

Real change and financial benefits Your investment will earn you a sizeable profit, but more importantly, it will help the businesses fund and increase production, hire workers and maybe even develop new products or open a new

Enjoy a guarantee on your principal, provided by our lending partners

This guarantee is one of Mekar’s many ways to minimize your risks.

To learn more about how you can contribute to the growth of Indonesian micro businesses and create a meaningful impact while earning solid returns, visit https://mekar.id/.

How does a foreigner like me invest in women-run micro businesses in Indonesia through Mekar?

Funders from many countries all over the world can invest in micro business loans to Indonesian businesses through Mekar. If you live in Indonesia and have a local bank account you can earn up to 12.5% per year. If you don’t have an Indonesian bank account and live abroad, you can also invest. After transfer fees and currency losses you will earn up to 7% per year in Euro, USD or other currencies. All you have to do is register as a funder with Mekar.id.

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SCAMS IN THE CITY

Kenneth Yeung is a Jakarta-based editor

The Stealing Season It’s that time of the year again, when some people are resorting to crime to raise money to return to their hometowns.

officials, the unlicensed charity syndicates – also known as begging mafias – are able to reap big money.

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oward the end of the Muslim fasting month of Ramadan, millions of Indonesians in Jakarta and other major cities will travel to their home villages for the Lebaran holiday period, which this year takes place over June 11 to 20.

Beggars and spurious charity collectors throng to Jakarta during Ramadan to sell penance to people seeking a sense of religious piety. Many are controlled by gangs. Begging and giving money to beggars are banned in Jakarta and some other major cities.

Traditionally, urban dwellers are expected to return home with gifts and cash for family members. Likewise, Muslim breadwinners in smaller towns and villages are expected to pay for presents and family gatherings.

Central Jakarta’s Social Services Department has advised the public to beware of unofficial charities. Collectors are often armed with a green box and solicit donations for projects supporting orphanages, disabled people, mosque construction and Islamic boarding schools.

One syndicate had over 90 collectors, who worked on commission and handed over their daily takings to a boss, who did not publicly disclose how the money was used.

What to do if you’re lacking cash? Many desperate people resort to theft. Crime rates often spike ahead of Lebaran, which is also known as Idul Fitri.

Mosques are a tempting target for thieves, as they usually have at least one poorly guarded box for charitable donations.

Commonly made of wood, these boxes are secured with a padlock over a hasp (hinged metal plate) that can be broken open with a sturdy screwdriver or small crowbar.

Donations tend to rise during Ramadan, as devout Muslims believe alms-giving is essential for gaining admittance to paradise.

The risk of stealing a mosque’s charity box is huge, while the reward is minimal. If a person is caught committing street-level theft in Indonesia, they can be beaten or killed by an angry mob. If arrested and sent to court, they face up to seven years in jail.

Yet the charity boxes contain only about Rp 200,000 (US$14) and at most about Rp1 million (US$71). It doesn’t seem worth the risk, but in recent weeks, dozens of mosques across the country have had their boxes broken open or stolen outright.

Let’s look at a few recent thefts. On Batam Island, Dwi (36) entered Babussalam Mosque in Sagulung district at about 12.20 am on May 26. First, he went through the motions of praying. Not seeing any security guards or other worshippers, he started trying to pry open the donation box. A guard, who was washing in the ablutions block, heard the noise and raised the alarm.

Dwi fled but was soon caught and beaten by locals until police took him into custody.

In South Sumatra, the donation box at Al Amir Mosque in Banyuasin has been broken open and pilfered numerous times.

Most recently, the entire box was swiped on May 26. Officials said it contained about Rp250,000.

On May 21, Widodo Susanto, a 53-yearold porter at Gresik Port in East Java,

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What to do if you’re lacking cash?

Many desperate people resort to theft.

Crime rates often spike ahead of Lebaran, which is also known as Idul Fitri.

broke open a mosque’s donation box. He took the contents of Rp265,000 and fled on his motorbike. Locals caught and beat him before police arrived. Widodo said his tiny salary barely covers his daily needs, so he had borrowed Rp6 million from a loan shark and was struggling to meet the interest payments.

Some thieves are brazen. In Riau province, a man entered the busy Ar Rahman Mosque in Pekanbaru during Friday prayers on May 18. He lifted a small donation box down from a larger one and placed it on the floor, as if he wanted to make a donation.

He then carefully covered the box with his black jacket and pushed it alongside his black backpack. An accomplice approached him. They glanced around furtively and left together, taking the box. Their actions were recorded by a video surveillance camera.

Many mosques now have such surveillance cameras, but thieves are not deterred.

Some are repeat offenders. In East Java, 50-year-old Ridwan robbed a mosque in Pringu village at 1.55am on May 24. He made off with about Rp300,000. The crime was not discovered until 11pm, when police examined surveillance footage

and recognised Ridwan because he had previously been jailed for stealing from another mosque.

Mosques tend to empty their donation boxes just once a month, but amid the Ramadan crime wave, many are now emptying the boxes weekly or even daily. Would-be thieves should consider conducting reconnaissance to avoid disappointment. On May 19, a man entered a mosque at Sidorejo village in Central Java at 12.30am and located the charity box, only to discover it was empty.

He drove his motorbike to another mosque, broke open a box and removed Rp345,000, only to then be caught and beaten.

What happens to donations collected by mosques? The money can be used for administrative and maintenance costs, proselytising, and humanitarian actions.

Perhaps some of the money could also be used for projects to discourage the needy from resorting to theft.

DUBIOUS DONATIONS While the amounts being stolen from mosque boxes are paltry, especially in comparison to the millions of dollars embezzled by crooked legislators and

Jakarta Deputy Governor Sandiaga Uno is urging the public not to give to beggars, but instead to channel alms through reputable humanitarian institutions, such as Dompet Dhuafa (Wallet of the Poor), Aksi Cepat Tanggap (ACT, Fast Action Response) and Rumah Yatim (Orphan House). He said the Jakarta administration will soon handle the problems of the underprivileged citizens.

THE BEST POLICY Beggars are experts at looking wretched.

They know how to tug at your heartstrings to loosen your purse strings. If you do want to donate, consider giving some money to humble scavengers who work for a pittance to keep Indonesia clean. Beware of those who just wheel a cart and their infant children into the city during Ramadan and stand forlornly by the roadside. Instead, chat to active, seasoned scavengers and discreetly hand over some money.

On May 23, a 65-year-old rubbish collector in Yogyakarta, Jubaidi, saw an orange bag on the side of a street. Something inside it was moving. Opening the bag, he found the movement was caused by a small hand-held fan. The bag also contained Rp20,190,000 (US$1,445) in cash, as well as a power bank, a phone charger and a necklace. There was no sign of the owner’s identity. Jubaidi wandered around the area but could not find the owner, so he took the bag to the neighbourhood chief ’s office and asked if anyone had lost some money. Four people claimed ownership but were unable to describe the bag’s contents. Jubaidi then went to police, who managed to locate the bag’s owner, Edy Prastya (48). He provided the grandfather with a reward of Rp300,000. Jubaidi says he was ridiculed for not keeping the 20 million, but he feels the toughest and most rewarding thing in life is to be honest.

SNA MEDIA CLUB COLUMN

Indonesia Expat and Singapore National Academy are joining forces to provide insightful articles on Surabaya. The young student journalists in the SNA Media Club get to learn valuable writing techniques with the help of the editorial staff at Indonesia Expat.

Green Spaces in Surabaya

BY JOELYNN J. T AND ERNITA J.

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KEBUN BIBIT This is a beautiful park, where the bright yellow sun shines and the cool, refreshing breeze blows. Once you enter this enchanted garden, you will forget about the busy and noisy city and you will feel very relaxed and calm. In the centre there is a clear, blue-green pond surrounded by a border of vibrant flowers and tall trees, making this the perfect spot for a photoshoot.

t is quite difficult to find green spaces within Indonesian cities and Surabaya is no exception.

Dr. Ir. Tri Rismaharani, the mayor of the fast developing city, is very much aware of this situation and is doing everything in her power to improve the situation. She has launched several programs to get the whole city involved in the effort, such as car-free days and the construction of many eco-parks like Taman Bungkul.

TAMAN BUNGKUL Taman Bungkul is a place where a variety of flora and fauna of vibrant colours can be found. The park is well-kept and cultivated and as it is located on Jl. Raya Darmo in the heart of Surabaya, it is easy for people to visit this eco-friendly park.

Most days this park is filled with children who come to play and entertain themselves while their parents read newspapers or simply enjoy the beautiful surroundings.

Young teens and university students bring their skateboards or buy some traditional street food from the vendors within the park. For the smaller children, there is a mini-playground and an obstacle course. Taman Bungkul also has a sports area where people can do morning exercises.

CAR-FREE DAY Every Sunday the area around Taman Bungkul is closed for Car-Free Day, when people do sports on the road or promote social and environment-related events. People can ride bikes, walk, run, do aerobics and many other activities. Street vendors line up across the streets, and on days when the weather is very hot, there are cold beverages and ice-cream. Car-Free Day starts at 6am and ends at 10am.

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There are many facilities for children including a climbing wall, a playground, and a few mini petting zoos. One of the petting zoos has baby deer roaming around and grazing, another has ducks and swans in a pond.

For parents looking to spoil themselves for a while there is a traditional spa where the therapist guides visitors while they walk on neatly-structured and therapeutic rocks. This treatment has been shown to improve blood circulation and it is said that if your feet hurt when you walk on these rocks it may indicate that your inner organs are healthy.

CFD SURABAYA

For schools that are interested in farming and planting this is the perfect destination. There is a wide variety of seeds and fauna available as well as a very knowledgeable and well-trained staff who are ready to share their knowledge. There is also a large field where students can enjoy outdoor group activities and build teamwork and leadership skills.

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Stephanie Brookes is a travel writer and blogger with tales from Indonesia and beyond. Please see www.travelwriter.ws.

(Facebook: stephtravelwriter | Instagram: stephtravelwriter)

N USA PE N I DA

Angels and Nature

BY STEPHANIE BROOKES

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GOA GIRI PUTRI TEMPLE

Make sure you include a visit to Mike’s Gallery, just South of Ped, and delve into the local art scene. Be sure to order the home-style roasted fresh coffee and enjoy a delicious cassava brownie cake while there. The full menu includes standard Balinese options plus vegan, vegetarian and western fare.

usa Penida is a beautiful, rugged island, just a short 30 minutes by boat from Sanur in Bali. Angel Billabong, a natural wonder, is one of the island’s main highlights. It is not easy to find, which makes the discovery even more delightful. An emerald green pool, which is in the shape of an angel, sits nestled in rocks, perched above the ocean.

I got to enjoy this place with no one else around. It was just me and my trusty ojek (motorbike taxi) driver. We followed a series of small tracks to reach this remote, angelic place. It is also possible to access the site by car but for me, the motorbike ride added to the thrill and adventure of being on this rugged island.

When you swim at the pool, or billabong as they call it, make sure you enter the water at low tide. If it’s high tide, or if a king tide is present, the pool can be dangerous. Once you are in, you are at the hands of nature but a little caution helps. A freak ocean wave can come over the lip of the pool.

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BROKEN BEACH

Nusa Penida is an island barely influenced by tourism. You can, however, find local homestays from USD$15 a night around Ped Village. Staying home-style with a Balinese family is a great way to connect with the culture. There are also a few hotels (not many) and even a tree house available for rent on the island.

Just at sunset, I grabbed a drink near Ped Village. A little wooden handcrafted sign, “Penida Colada Bar” had attracted me. I promptly ordered the drink of the day, not surprisingly a pina colada. The bar and restaurant served delicious fresh cassava chips and the menu included an array of fresh seafood, excellent vegetarian dishes, chicken curries and fresh juices.

I met Liza and Wayan, the most gracious of hosts, and their two children who were being happily entertained by grandma and other extended family members. I learned that Liza and Wayan also organise local

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Pura Penataran Ped in Ped Village is another "must-do" on the list. This is a temple said to have mystical powers. My local guide, Nengah, turned out to be the son of the temple-keeper and told me about a special ceremonial dance held at the temple at significant times of the year, where the priest chooses young children who are to perform, through a dream.

After the dream he seeks them out and the children then commit to a lengthy dance practice regime. This can be weeks or months via the timeline of the dream, in time for the auspicious ceremony day.

Nusa Penida is magical.

Ped temple is also known for its power to help you attract whatever it is you need – money, power, talent etc. The former President Megawati Sukarnoputri, who served as president of Indonesia from 2001 to 2004, came here to pray just before winning the election.

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The day I visited the ocean was calm. My driver, Purnama, also joined me, ensuring I kept a safe distance from the infinity edge drop off. Although it's very tempting to go closer to the far end, to check out exactly how high you are suspended over the ocean, it is best you do not do this. Like all adventures when you are travelling and discovering new things, always listen to the locals and do as they say. It’s their domain, and they know best.

As I floated at a safe distance, I caught sight of four dolphins just a little way out in the calm, blue, ocean waters. “Never, in my whole life, have I seen dolphins here,” Purnama commented, “ You are very lucky, Miss.”

cars are available, and in the North East around Ped Village, you can also get a bemo, a small local truck with a driver.

You will have to sit in “hard-class” in the back, but it’s an open-air ride which affords great views.

Another important temple, Goa Giri Putri, is located twenty minutes from Ped. To enter the temple you have to squeeze through a small hole in a rock. A path leads you into a cave, which opens up to a massive cathedral shaped space that houses four temples as well as an upper-level cave area for meditation.

Ped temple is also known for its power to help you attract whatever it is you need – money, power, talent etc.

basket weaving classes, where you can sit right at the water's edge and listen to the waves while doing the class. I went back the next day and managed to weave myself a fisherman’s trap and a little flax drink coaster, a first for me. No experience was needed and it was such a relaxing way to hang out at a beach while chatting with the locals.

Don’t leave Nusa Penida without visiting the giant blowhole, another natural delight, and if time permits, set aside three or four hours to discover some of the 1,000 temples dotted around the island. You can easily make local transport arrangements once there. Motorbike is the preferred way to get around because of the small roads. Some

ACCOMMODATION Namaste Bungalows – Crystal Bay www.namaste-bungalows.com Ring Sameton Hotel – Ped Village www.ringsameton-nusapenida.com Mikes Art Gallery – Ped Village A social enterprise art gallery focused on supporting the local community.

Great food. www.facebook.com/The-galleryNusa-Penida Penida Colada Lounge Bar and Restaurant – Ped Village Fresh, healthy western and Balinese food and great cocktail menu www.facebook.com/penidacolada LOCAL GUIDE/DRIVER Nengah (son of Temple Keeper) Call/ WhatsApp: +62 812 393 39020 Purna Purnama Call/ WhatsApp: +62 878 619 15593

To enter the temple, you must wear special attire – a sash, sarong and a shirt covering your shoulders. You can stop on the way and buy these items at the market, or borrow one from your guide. Men wear an additional piece, an udeng, a headpiece.

Once you are outfitted in temple attire, you can pray or meditate with your local Balinese guide in the upper platform area.

If you wish, you can partake in Melukut too, a Balinese water purification ceremony, before climbing the staircase to the mediation area.

The other "must-do" on the list is Crystal Bay. You can swim in the clear blue waters with the 1,000kg sunfish called Mola-Mola that frequent this bay at certain times of the year. A couple of simple beachfront warungs (local road-side eateries) cook up fresh fish, and some also provide beer. Make sure you stay for sunset. You can see the silhouette of the lone Hindu temple on Baut Jineng rock, which sits out in the water, framed by the stunning natural beauty of this lovely island.

Nusa Penida offers a slow pace of life and a travel experience filled with angels, magic and colour.

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Shoeb Kagda is an Indonesian businessman and journalist and is the founder of the Indonesia Economic Forum.

Solving Indonesia’s Talent Deficit

He is active in crafting internet governance regulations and with McKinsey & Co. has been involved in a number of nationwide projects. His dream, however, is to be an entrepreneur and utilising the digital economy to further Indonesia’s education system.

“McKinsey is often regarded as a school for budding CEOs,” he notes in an interview with the Indonesian Economic Forum. “A number of start-up founders are McKinsey alumni including Sheryl Sandberg and Nadiem Makarim.

I too have aspirations to start my own company and there are ample opportunities to do so.”

As often is the case, Yuza’s personal experience has shaped his views on how Indonesia can revamp its education system and produce the talent the nation needs so desperately. He dropped out of a national school in grade 4 because “they forced me to memorise the text and sit for multiple choice exams.”

He switched to a school that offered the International Baccalaureate (IB) program where he was able to pursue his interest and explore new areas. Unfortunately, the IB program is only available at elite schools in Indonesia, including international schools.

Over the past two decades, Indonesia has added 40 million people to its population. The country’s demographic dividend is often touted as one of its major strengths and a magnet for foreign investors.

Indonesia has a fast-growing middle class, estimated to be around 50 million today and projected to increase to well over 100 million by 2045. The nation’s economic expansion over the past decade has been driven by domestic consumption on the back of the expanding middle class. However, the country cannot rely wholly on domestic consumption if it is to keep expanding its economy and raise living standards.

In short, Indonesia must bolster its manufacturing and services sectors dramatically if it hopes to be a major global economic player. It cannot just be a consuming nation. It must contribute ideas, products and services to the global economy if it hopes to be a top five economy as projected by several consulting firms.

Currently there is a mismatch between Indonesian imports and exports. Imports are driven by finished products needed by middle-income consumers while exports are mainly made up of commodities whose prices fluctuate with global demand and supply.

There have been no or very few investments in high-tech manufacturing over the past few years. A review of 200 large investments in Indonesia over the past five years showed none were tech-based or value-add. This is a concern and it points to a fundamental challenge for the government and the country as a whole. One of the main reasons why high-tech manufacturing investments are not in Indonesia is the country’s huge talent deficit.

In a survey on people issues conducted by The Boston Consulting Group and the World Federation of People Management Associations, senior executives cited managing talent and developing leadership as the two most critical challenges facing Indonesia. The lack of middle management talent is hindering investments and the ability of companies to expand. By 2020, a 40 percent to 60 percent gap between the demand for middle managers and the supply will have developed.

The talent deficit is accentuated by the Indonesian economy’s structural realignment from over reliance on agriculture and natural resources to services.

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Growing Skills Gap The expected shortfall in industries in 2022

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Adopting greater use of technology in education is one solution. There are already a number of initiatives such as “Ruang Guru” (the teachers’ space) that are trying to address the problem but as Yuza notes, such initiatives cannot replace the entire education system. “It will take many years to revamp the curriculum and bring it up to international standards.”

But the question is whether the country’s education system is being held back by politics given the country’s multi-party coalition government where ministries are farmed out to different parties?

Yuza believes that no matter who the next president of Indonesia may be, education and talent development will be a top priority. In his view, even if Prabowo Subianto had won the last presidential elections, his policies would not have been radically different from those of President Joko Widodo.

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“Students who go to international and elite schools have a higher chance of going to top ranked universities, obtaining prestigious scholarships and finding great paying jobs,” notes the avid polo player. “This increases inequality and widens the social gap, so we have to solve this problem.”

According to the report, the services sector has risen from 36 percent of GDP in 2010 to 41 percent of GDP in 2015. By 2020, 55 percent of jobs will be administrative or managerial and Indonesia is not producing sufficient graduates to fill these positions.

The irony is that Indonesia has more than 1,000 colleges and universities. However, the country produces only 30,000 engineers per year, a 40 percent shortfall. This figure will rise to 70 percent by 2025.

Is better education the answer?

Dirgayuza Setiawan just turned 29. He is a prime example of both the challenges facing Indonesia and its potential.

The Oxford University graduate currently works for McKinsey & Co. Indonesia and is already deeply involved in finding solutions to the challenges that are holding Indonesia back.

“Looking back at 2014, the programs proposed by the two candidates were quite similar. Prabowo would have also embarked on a major infrastructure program and it’s the same with developing human talent. “It is an idea whose time has come.”

Yuza believes that Indonesia needs to democratise and deregulate its education system if it wants to produce sufficient top-quality graduates. Public schools must adopt international curricula and attract top talent into the industry while the private sector must be able to play a bigger role.

President Joko Widodo has already announced a number of major changes including allowing local universities to hire foreign lecturers and allowing foreign universities to have a presence in Indonesia.

“If you ask people enough ‘whys’, it comes down to education and I believe there is enough room in the private sector to shake-up the education system in the country,” he notes.

The best indicator of the quality of Indonesia’s education system is whether the country’s elites send their children to public schools. Currently, that is clearly not the case.

This article is prepared by Indonesia Economic Forum.

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Top 10 Concert Fails in Indonesia BEE GEES April 2, 1972 (Jakarta) Forced to play

KOES BERSAUDARA June 29, 1965 (Jakarta)

Whenever asked which gig was their worst, the Bee Gees always answered: Jakarta. After a tour of Australia, the band’s promoter suggested an Indonesian concert. It was supposed to be an indoor venue with 10,000 seats (and they were paid accordingly). Instead, upon arrival, the members were informed they would be playing outdoors at Senayan Stadium to about 60,000 people. The band’s equipment had just been set up when torrential rain flooded the makeshift stage. The trio refused to perform, fearing electrocution.

President Suharto and some of his children were reputedly among the audience. Fearing a riot, the promoter suggested, “If the support group goes on and they don’t get killed, will you go on?” The support act from Bali played without trouble, so the Bee Gees took to the stage. Like Beatlemania, their music was largely drowned out by the din of the crowd.

The band later claimed soldiers prevented them from leaving the stage, though the troops were just providing security.

Jailed for playing a Beatles song

Formed in Jakarta in 1960, Koes Bersaudara (the Koes Brothers) helped to introduce rock music to Indonesia.

Unfortunately, founding president Sukarno banned Western rock music in 1963, deeming it counterrevolutionary. So, when the band was asked to play at a private party at a colonel’s house in June 1965 and started singing the Beatles’ I Saw Her Standing There, a mob of Sukarno’s goons began throwing stones at the house. The next day, the four brothers were arrested. Denied legal representation, the members were imprisoned without trial.

Seven weeks later, Sukarno told a youth rally, “Do not be like your friends, the Koes Brothers. There are many Indonesian songs, so why be like Elvis?” Koes Bersaudara was released on September 29, on the eve of the failed military coup that precipitated Sukarno’s downfall amid mass killings.

Suharto took power and lifted the ban on rock music.

Koes Bersaudara in 1969 changed its name to Koes Plus and went on to become Indonesia’s most beloved band.

METALLICA April 10, 1993 (Jakarta) Rioting fans

In March 1993, Indonesian metal heads were thrilled by the announcement that promoter Setiawan Djodi was bringing Metallica to Jakarta for a concert at Lebak Bulus Stadium. A general admission ticket cost Rp75,000 – then equivalent to US$36. The minimum wage at the time was

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DEEP PURPLE December 4 to 5, 1975 (Jakarta) Extortion and death

In late November 1975, Deep Purple had played five concerts in Australia and were due to visit Japan, but an Indonesian promoter, Danny Sabri, proposed a one-off show in Jakarta. He paid an advance of US$11,000 for the English band to play a venue seating 7,000. After checking into Sahid Jaya Hotel, the band was told they would be performing for two nights at Senayan Stadium for 75,000 people per show. After the first concert, the band’s manager Rob Cooksey and bodyguard Patsy Collins met with Sabri and tried to negotiate a fairer deal. The meeting ended in an altercation. Later, Collins allegedly got into a fight over a prostitute and fell down a lift shaft at the hotel. He survived and crawled outside, but died a few hours later. Police responded by arresting Deep Purple’s singer and bassist Glenn Hughes, as well as Cooksey and the other bodyguard, Paddy ‘the Plank’. Hughes was allowed out at gunpoint the next night for the second concert. Authorities declared Collins’ death an accident. Then Cooksey and Paddy had to pay US$2,000 each to get their passports back. The band was driven to the airport, where their plane had a flat tire. They had to pay US$10,000 to use a special jack and torque wrench, and their roadies had to change the tire.

The disastrous “tour” cemented Indonesia’s reputation as a place for big acts to avoid.

only Rp23,930 a month, so most diehard fans couldn’t afford a ticket. Another problem: the venue held only 12,500 people, but about 20,000 tickets were sold. As the concert got underway on a Saturday afternoon, the audience heard gunshots and saw smoke rising outside the stadium.

Legitimate ticket holders and people without tickets had started rioting when they could not enter. Several shops and vehicles were set alight. Djodi received a severe bollocking from President Suharto’s defence minister Benny Moerdani, and spent about US$2 million covering the damages bill.

The old stadium was demolished in 2013 to make way for Jakarta’s long-awaited MRT project.

Kenneth Yeung is a Jakarta-based editor

SHEILA ON 7 Multiple occasions Fans crushed to death

The first tragedy occurred on November 19, 2000, in Lampung. The alternative pop-rock band from Yogyakarta had started the fourth song in its set at Saburai Sports Stadium in Bandar Lampung city, while thousands of fans were still trying to enter the overcrowded venue. Four young women were killed and dozens fainted. Members of Sheila on 7 claimed they wanted to visit the injured in the hospital, but instead flew to Bali for another concert. On February 23, 2004, the band was playing at a concert sponsored by a tobacco company in Banjarmasin, South Kalimantan.

Organisers allowed too many fans into the venue. Those inside rushed to get out, resulting in four more teenage girls being trampled to death.

A1 March 18, 2001 (Jakarta) Fans crushed to death

UNGU December 19, 2006 (Pekalongan, Central Java) Fans crushed to death

A1 was a British-Norwegian pop band with chart-topping hits in 2000 and 2001. The members appeared at a music store at Taman Anggrek Mall for a signing session broadcast live on TV. Hundreds of girls had started queuing outside the mall at 6am, eight hours before the band was due to appear. About 2,000 fans pushed inside, so the event was cancelled after about only 30 autographs were signed. As the crowd panicked and jostled toward the exits, four girls were crushed to death. The band then sang three songs in a club and performed live on TV, when they were informed of the tragedy.

About 10,000 fans of slow rock band Ungu (which means “purple”) attended a concert at Widya Manggala Krida Stadium, which has a capacity for just 6,000 people. When the show ended at 9.30pm, impatient fans began streaming toward the single small exit on the western side. Many fell and were trampled on, so guards opened a second exit. Ten people, ranging in age from 15 to 22, were killed. Dozens of women had passed out in similar conditions at an Ungu concert a few months earlier in Mojokerto, East Java.

LADY GAGA June 3, 2012 (Jakarta) Indonesia caved in to radicalism

More than 50,000 tickets had been sold for the concert, but the radical Islamic Defenders Front (FPI) vowed to stop Lady Gaga from entering Indonesia, accusing her of being a vulgar messenger of Satan. Rather than arrest FPI members for making threats, police refused to issue a permit, so Lady Gaga cancelled the show. Nevermind that Indonesian dangdut concerts routinely feature scantily clad women gyrating to lewd lyrics.

BESIDE February 9, 2008 (Bandung)

MÖTLEY CRÜE October 8, 2011 (Jakarta) Bogus concert

In September 2011, a company called PT Multi Live Mandiri started selling tickets for a Mötley Crüe concert to be held at Jakarta’s Ancol Beach. There was only one problem: Mötley Crüe was not coming. Fans were swindled out of an estimated US$60,000.

Fans crushed to death

Indonesian metal band BESIDE was promoting its debut album, Against Ourselves, with a performance at the Asia Africa Culture Centre in Bandung, West Java. The venue had a capacity for only about 600 people, but more than 1,500 fans showed up. Those inside tried to escape, while the crowd kept surging inward. Eleven fans, mostly teenagers, were killed. Hundreds more fainted. The incident prompted Bandung to ban popular metal bands from performing, rather than regulate crowd safety measures.

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Shangri-La Hotel Jakarta Presents a Staycation Package for the Mid-Year Holiday JAKARTA To celebrate Eid al-Fitr and the school holidays, Shangri-La Hotel, Jakarta presents special room offers from May 18 to June 30, 2018.

This holiday package includes accommodation in a Deluxe Room, breakfast at SATOO restaurant for two adults and two children under six years old and a 20 percent discount on food and beverages at the hotel’s restaurants: Rosso, JIA and Nishimura. The holiday package is available at Rp1,950,000++ per room, per night. For a minimum stay of three nights, guests can enjoy a special rate of Rp1,750,000++ per room, per night.

Guests may also upgrade their stay by adding Horizon Club access for Rp 600,000++ per room, per night. The Horizon experience at Shangri-La Hotel, Jakarta offers a higher level of exclusivity, including express check-in and checkout handled personally by the Horizon guest relations officer on the 23rd floor, buffet breakfast, afternoon

700 Students Gathered in Binus School Serpong for the World Scholar's Cup 2018 – Jakarta Round

tea, evening cocktails with cheese and wine, as well as refreshments throughout the day.

Guests who want to spend the holiday being pampered can take advantage of the package’s special 20 percent discount on spa treatments at CHI, The Spa at Shangri-La. They can enjoy holistic treatments provided by skilled therapists, from facials, massages, body scrubs to bath rituals.

This package also offers complimentary access to the hotel’s weekend activities. The little ones can experience the Children’s Aqua Playground and beautiful view at the park area. The hotel has also prepared fun kids activities for Sundays, including a bouncy castle, pony rides, face painting, nail art and many more.

For further information and to make a reservation, guests may call (62 21) 2922 9999, or send an e-mail to reservations.slj@shangri-la.com

Breakfasting with Children from Yayasan Masjid Al I’Tisam at AYANA Midplaza Jakarta

Kingdom, Japan, China, and Australia, among others.

With the aim to spread the love of learning, the World Scholar's Cup attracts what is called "a global community of future scholars and leaders." It also allows participants to discover new strengths and skills. WSC focuses on bringing students from different cultures together to discuss today’s relevant issues and ideas, thus encouraging students to think critically and care about the world.

"As a school, we want to support students to take on opportunities to engage in friendly intellectual platforms with like-minded peers to further develop and enrich their abilities as learners. Binus School Serpong believes that learning should not be boxed inside the four walls of the classroom but should allow learners to experience and engage a wider community in various areas of interest.

This will hopefully nurture in these young learners higher quality of self-confidence, deeper commitment, collaborative work ethics and other crucial life skills," commented Ms. Sherrierose Gonzales, Middle and High School Principal of Binus School Serpong.

JAKARTA Seven hundred students from more than 30 schools in Jabodetabek gathered in Binus School Serpong for the World Scholar's Cup (WSC) 2018 – Jakarta Round.

The competition started on Saturday, May 5, 2018.

With the theme of "An Entangled World," WSC 2018 consists of a Team Debate, Scholar’s Bowl, Collaborative Writing and Scholar’s Challenge. This event involved students from around the world to engage in competitions involving Literature, Art and Music, History of Diplomacy, Science, Cryptocurrency and Black Market, and Human Relations. WSC as a community involves around 70 countries, including the United States, Canada, the United 24

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While hosting this huge event, the school also sent its candidates to compete in the World Scholar’s Cup 2018.

Binus School Serpong is proud to have won some gold medals for this Jakarta Round. The candidates were Elena Anastasia (11J): Gold for Individual Debate, Gold for Team Debate, Gold for Collaborative Writing, Silver for Champion Scholar; Muhammad Airel Pratama (11G): Gold for Team Debate, Silver for Individual Debate; Fitria Marsha Qitara (11G): Gold for Team Debate, Silver for Individual Debate.

The best candidates from the Regional Round will be invited to the Global Round, where winners from all over the world will meet. The Global Round this year will be held in Kuala Lumpur, Barcelona, and Melbourne. Seeing the opportunity to support the education development in Indonesia, Binus School Serpong takes part in this worldclass competition by hosting the Jakarta Round 2018. The school hopes that by facilitating WSC, there will be more Indonesian students who will be able to contribute in the global arena.

JAKARTA “In this holy month of Ramadan, it is such a great moment to not only share blessings and happiness with the community, but also to strengthen the relationship with the surrounding community. We do hope that this modest contribution of this breakfasting event with Yayasan Masjid Al I'tisam, that we made together with other SBU from Midplaza Holding under the umbrella of Yayasan Midplaza Peduli, could give happiness to our surrounding community, especially to the children,” said Christian Rene Hochtl, General Manager of AYANA Midplaza Jakarta.

Yayasan Masjid Al I'tisam is a community-based foundation, located 750 metres away from the Midplaza building. Thirty children were invited as the special guests of the day. The activities were aimed to show the hotel's commitment of supporting the community, which is one of the core pillars of the company. Throughout the evening, the young audience was inspired to reach for the stars with entertainment by notable entertainers and personalities.

The five-star line-up included Indonesia’s Rocker Tantri Syalindri, as well as the voices of Mytha Lestari and Bianca Jodie from Indonesian Idol 2018. Top social media influencers, Ucita Pohan and Agla Artalidia added a special ‘wow’ factor as presenters throughout the event.

The program concluded on a spiritual note as Ustad Drs. Paqih Juhdi presented a meaningful kultum prior to breaking the fast.

Media partners for the event were Indonesia Expat, Djakarta! Eat Vacation, Exquisite Media, Foodies, Le Marriage, Maxx-m, NOW! Jakarta, What’s New Jakarta, Panorama, Travel Text and Yuk Makan.

Re.juve Celebrates Its Fourth Anniversary by Raising Awareness: Honesty and Transparency #CleanLabel JAKARTA Consumers nowadays are much more interested in information about what’s inside the food and beverages that they consume, in addition to the method of producing them. They are increasingly seeking “natural” products and complete information about ingredients, as their concern about health is growing. In this regard, #CleanLabel is seen as the latest trend as it mandates full transparency on ingredients stated in the product label.

“For four years Re.juve has been committed to being honest and transparent in every ingredient that we use. Our values set us apart from the rest. What You See is What You Get, #CleanLabel”, says Richard Anthony, managing director of Re.juve.

He continues, “Our mission is to not only help customers live a happier life through delicious, healthy food and beverage selections, but we also ensure that we are always honest to our consumers. They can easily find out what’s

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Mad About Comedy Announces Regular Events in Jakarta

inside Re.juve products through its label, there are no hidden or misleading terms used, unlike most products on the market. For Re.juve, #CleanLabel is not a trend, it’s the way we’ve been doing business from the beginning.

Entering our fourth year in Indonesia, we would also like to spread awareness about #Cleanlabel by talking about Honesty and Transparency”.

Re.juve cold-pressed juices are produced using real hydraulic cold-pressed technology for up to one kilogram of 100 percent fresh fruits and vegetables per bottle that are rich in antioxidants such as vitamins, minerals and phytochemicals. They are all made without any added sugar, no added water, no artificial sweetener, no preservatives and certainly not from concentrate.

To maintain product quality, freshness and strict hygiene standards, they are freshly made daily in the Re.juve Central Production Facility and distributed to all 48 stores throughout Jakarta, Tangerang, Cibubur and Bogor.

JAKARTA Mad About Comedy (MAC) is proud to announce that it has entered into agreements with McGettigan’s Kuningan and Sea Grain Bar in Double Tree by Hilton Cikini for regular stand-up comedy events. Events at both establishments will feature the best Indonesian stand-up comedians performing only in English. The lineup is led by Indonesia’s favourite comedian Mo Sidik and features Reggy Hasibuan, Ben Dhanio and Asep Suaji among many others. There are also open mic slots for aspiring comedians. Events at McGettigan’s take place on Thursdays once a month

(next event July 5 due to observance of the Holy Month and football world cup coverage) and at Sea Grain Bar on Wednesdays (next event July 4). In addition, MAC presents Amazing Asians once a month on Fridays at the American Club (next event July 6), and also monthly international shows at the American Club featuring some of the top names on the international circuit (next event July 21 with Mike Merril from the US). For details and to join the mailing list go to www.paytix.net or send a WhatsApp to 0821 1194 3084.

THE INDONESIA EXPAT WORDSEARCH COMPETITION WIN FREE COMEDY TICKETS! The names of six famous comedians are hidden within the puzzle.

Five of the comedians are from the USA. What is the name of the sixth comedian and which country is he from?

Send your answer by Whatsapp to 0821 1194 3084, or by email to info@madaboutcomedy.com One lucky winner will receive TWO FREE TICKETS to the next Mad About Comedy show at the American Club!

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JAKARTA Networking

Indonesian International Toys and Kids Expo 25 – 28 July 2018

Jakarta Business Networkers Every Thursday Make the right connections and grow your business over lunch. At Jakar ta Business Networkers (JBN) all attendees are encouraged to help others by exchanging referrals and introducing each other to target audiences. JBN is all about helping you grow. Promote your business, personal brand or portfolio each week to the rest of the attendees and explain to the group the type of referrals you would like to receive.

JBN professional networking sessions are every Thursday lunchtime at Central, South and West of Jakarta. RSVP: info@ jbnetworkers.com.

The Indonesian International Toys and K ids E x p o is the largest international toy exhibition in Indonesia bringing toy manufacturers from China, with products ranging from baby and kids toys, baby care products, kids stationary, kids apparel and more. The event will be held from 25 to 28 July 2018 at Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo), Kemayoran, Jakarta.

For more information, please visit: www.iite.co.id

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One of the most well known and successful singer in pop music history, Celine Dion has sold almost 250 million albums during her career. She has earned five Grammy Awards, two Academy Awards and seven American Music Awards. This year, Celine Dion announced she will head overseas this summer with her highly anticipated LIVE 2018 Tour to perform in seven cities across the Asia-Pacific region. And Jakarta, here she comes! The show will be held at Sentul International Convention Center. For tickets visit www. celinedionjkt.com Shows

Indonesia International Pet Expo 20 – 22 July 2018 Following a highly successful 2 0 17 e d i t i o n , I n d o n e s i a International Pet Expo is back on the calendar with its 2018 edition to delight pet lovers and enthusiasts! Recognised as the leading platform for products and services in pet care, the expo is a veritable showcase of the complete value chain in pet care from pet food and pet accessory manufacturers to pet sitters and from veterinary specialists to retail stores. The expo will be held at ICE BSD City, Hall 5 and 6. For more information, go to www.iipe.co.id

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Mamma Mia! Musical 28 August – 9 September 2018 Over 60 million people all around the globe have fallen in love with the story and the music that makes MAMMA MIA! the ultimate feel - good musical.

And now, in a stunning new production, we invite you to fall in love all over again! Voulez Vous, S.O.S, Take a Chance On Me, Dancing Queen and so many more hits you know and love make this worldwide

2018 will be the biggest wedding exhibition of 2018. This year, Bridestory Market will be held from 19 – 22 July 2018 at ICE BSD City, Jakarta. For more information, please visit: www. market.bridestory.com

The Mandiri Jakarta Marathon 2018 is the largest running event in Indonesia.The Jakarta Marathon usually has several categories including the full marathon, half marathon and the children’s sprint. T his year, the event will be held on 28 October 2018. For more information, please visit: www. thejakartamarathon.com

BALI Festivals

40 th Bali Arts Festival 16 June – 14 July 2018 The Bali Arts Festival is a cultural treat for lucky visitors who are in Bali until mid July. The festival traditionally runs mid - June through mid-July. It is the perfect moment to witness Bali’s wealth of performing arts. You'll also catch a glimpse of various cultural highlights from other islands in Indonesia. It's one of the main highlights in Bali’s calendar of events. The annual celebration showcases various artworks and cultural achievements. It invites the public to the Taman Werdhi Budaya Arts Centre in Denpasar.

Most of the daily exhibitions and art performances are focused here.

We The Fest 20 – 22 July 2018 Halsey at On Off Festival 2018 11 August 2018

Celine Dion Live in Jakarta 7 July 2018

Mandiri Jakarta Marathon 2018 28 October 2018

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The Jakarta Bridge Club Every Tuesday and Friday The Jakarta Bridge Club invites expat communities throughout Jakarta to join a networking session on Tuesdays and Fridays from 9am to 12pm. Participants meet for pleasant and convivial moments where they can share and exchange information among expats at three to five tables.

The networking event takes place at Die Stube Restaurant on Jalan Kemang Raya. Visitors and partners are welcome to join.

For more information, please contact Ernah at +62818686999.

phenomenon a fabulous night out for audiences of all ages.

Set on a Greek island paradise and inspired by the story-telling magic of ABBA’s timeless songs, writer Catherine Johnson’s heart-warming tale centres around Sophie, a young bride-tobe. On the eve of her wedding, Sophie’s quest to discover the identity of her father brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited 20 years ago. A celebration of love, laughter, family and friendship, MAMMA MIA! is exactly what the world needs right now. For more information visit www. mammamiajkt.com ( Venue: Taman Ismail Marzuki)

American singer/songwriter Halsey is set to headline the upcoming social media festival On Off Festival, set to be held for the first time ever on 11 & 12 August at Gandaria City, Jakarta. On Off Festival will be a celebration of social media and the online world in an engaging and interactive festival experience. More international and local online content creators will be announced soon to join the lineup within the next few months. Be sure to follow @ onofffestival on Instagram and Facebook for the latest updates on the festival and visit www. onofffestival.com

Jakarta Fair 24 May – 2 July 2018 Jakar ta Fair or Pekan Raya Jakarta, held at JIE XPO Kemayoran, is one of the biggest and the most celebrated events in the capital. The event which last for more than a month, is a celebration of Jakarta’s birthday on 22 June. This year, the Jakarta Fair will be held from 24 May to 2 July 2018 and will host a wide range of booths including automotive, technology, gadgets, crafts, manufactures and much more, and will also be complete with a daily concert. For more d et a i l s a b o u t t h e c o n c e r t schedule, please visit: www. jakartafair.co.id Bridestory Market 19 – 22 July 2018 Bridestory Market will return in 2018 with even more to offer.

Welcoming over 700 wedding professionals, Bridestory Market

Gather your squad and get ready for the summer festival of music, arts, fashion and food, We The Fest 2018! The lineup includes world-renowned international artists such as Lorde, James Bay, The Neighbourhood, Honne, Alt-J and many more! This threeday event will be held at JIExpo Kemayoran. For tickets visit www.wethefest.com/tickets

The Souk Ramadan Market at Grand Hyatt Jakarta 11 May – 10 June 2018 The SOUK, Ramadan Market at Grand Hyatt Jakarta features an array of fashion items, from luxurious local artisan jewelry

by A lenka and Margo with Jenahara, hand-woven products

by KaIND and contemporary collections of full-color pictures

by Yogiswari Pradjanti, each of which tells a different story, to premium handmade goods

by Gartini’s Corner as well as Otenta, a marketplace bringing Indonesian art goods and HIJUP showcasing products from more than 200 brands, all created by celebrated Indonesian fashion designers. Guests can enjoy delicious sticky ice cream with a unique serving trick from Zahra Turkish Ice Cream. Thamra, a leading supplier of premium dates and other Middle Eastern products, can also be visited at The Ramadan Market. Fun activities are also on offer at The Ramadan Market, such as henna art by Aliyah Lahdji and friends, portrait sketching by the professional sketch artist Mozley, or Arabian calligraphy art made to your own specifications by Assiry Art Kaligrafi.

Sunny Side Up Tropical Festival 20 – 21 July 2018 The fifth edition of Sunny Side Up Tropical Festival by Ismaya Live will once again be held on the shores of Indian Ocean at Potato Head Beach Club in Bali. The two-day cultural event will combine music, art, and sustainability. Each year, music lovers from Asia and Australia gathered together to the island to experience this iconic festival.

In addition to a stellar line up of local and international DJs, vocalist and bands, This year’s edition will feature a number of eco-minded art installations and a pop - up merchandise store. For more info visit www. sunnysideupfest.com

Yoga & Wellness Retreat with Dominique Battensby 24 – 29 June 2018 Ubud, Bali 5 nights of wellness, indulgence & relaxation. Get away from western life & join The Shala Bali for this magical 5 nights retreat, enjoy daily & evening Yoga classes from Hatha to Vinyasa! Beginners all the way up welcome! Enjoy Spiritual Meditation's & workshops to lift you up and recharge the mind body & Soul! Dominique from Taylors Hill Natural Therapies & Yoga studio in Melbourne will lead all this soul inspired retreat! For tickets visit www. taylorshillnaturaltherapies.com. au

Fergie at Rapture Summer Party by Mulia Bali 1 September 2018 Renowned for years of experience with out of this world events for its numerous VIP clients as well as hotel guests, Mulia Bali presents RAPTURE with a whole new sophisticated enter tainment; from world renowned singers to acclaimed international DJs, enlivened with extravagant dancers and Mulia’s ever-exceptional decor and adornment. Hail or shine, this vivacious party will be started by 12:00 noon until 8:00 pm. This event’s special guest is Fergie.

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I Have This Cough…

What is a cough?

A cough is reflex to clear your airways of mucus and irritants like smoke or dust. It is usually not anything serious.

In a few cases it can be a sign of something more serious like tuberculosis, lung cancer or even heart failure or a clot in the airways (embolism)

You might need a Chest X ray (after weeks of coughing) or an allergy test.

How to treat?

When it's tickly and doesn't produce any phlegm it is called a dry cough. A "chesty cough" produces phlegm to help to clear the airways.

Coughs usually clear up within 3 – 4 weeks without treatment.

If your cough is not better after 3 – 4 weeks you should see your GP who can investigate the cause.

Coughs in children More common causes for a cough in children include: • bronchiolitis – an infection that causes cold-like symptoms • croup – a barking cough and a harsh sound when the child breathes in • whooping cough – hacking bouts of coughing

When to see your GP What can cause a cough?

Acute coughs Common causes: • an infection of the upper airways that affects the throat, windpipe or sinuses • infection of the lower airways (bronchitis and pneumonia for example) • an allergy • a flare-up of a long-term condition like asthma • inhaled dust or smoke Chronic coughs (persistent) • a long-term infection of the airways like chronic bronchitis • asthma, this usually comes with wheezing, tightness of the chest and shortness of breath • an allergy • smoking • postnasal drip – mucus dripping down the throat • Reflux where the throat becomes irritated stomach acid • Medication like an ACE inhibitor to treat high blood pressure

When your child just has cough with no other symptoms for a few days there is no need to see your GP. This is especially true if they are active and behaving normally. However, you should see your trusted medical practitioner if: • you've had a cough for more than three weeks • your cough is severe or getting worse • you cough up blood or you become short of breath.

• you have other symptoms, such as weight loss, a change in your voice, or swellings in your neck

It is most likely caused by a viral infection so medication is not really necessary for mild, acute coughs. You can look after yourself at home by resting, drinking plenty of fluids, and taking paracetamol or ibuprofen.

Cough medicines and remedies Usually medicine that can suppress your cough or reduce your phlegm are not recommended, but some people find them helpful. Cough mixtures for children under 6 years old are also not recommended. Older kids should only use them after a discussion with the GP. A homemade remedy containing honey and lemon is likely to be just as useful and safer to take. Honey shouldn't be given to babies under the age of one.

Treating any underlying cause If your cough was caused by another condition, it should be treated: • asthma benefits from steroids to reduce inflammation in the airways • allergies can be treated by anti-histamines or by avoiding the things you're allergic to. Bacterial infections can be treated with antibiotics.

• Reflux (acid) can be treated with tablets or liquids that neutralize the stomach acid or reduce the acid production.

• An obstructive airways disease can be treated with inhalers that widen your airways.

• Stop smoking Talk to your trusted medical practitioner if you have any concerns. You may contact Good Practice Clinic if you have any further questions.

Dr Steven Graaff,MD,MRCGP, the founder of Good Practice Clinic is a graduate of the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. Before completing his formal training in General Practice in the UK, he has worked in several hospitals, occupational health and general practice in the Netherlands and the UK. As a medical professional with international experience,Steven decided to start his own clinic – Good Practice, in Jakarta

Jl. Bangka Raya #106B Jakarta 12730 Tel. +62-21-7183140 info@goodpractice.co.id www.goodpractice.co.id

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Personal classifieds = FREE Property and other commercial classifieds = PAID (50 words = Rp.100,000 | 50 words + image = Rp.250,000)

JAKARTA AUTOMOTIVE 2013 Honda motorbike. 6,000km, 110cc. well maintained, runs great, new registration. Rp8,000,000, Cilandak pickup only. WhatsApp p l e a s e + 6 2 812 8 9 3 4 618 9 to arrange pickup or viewing.

Avanza 20 0 8, Duty Free, 65,000km, excellent condition, well maintained and regularly serviced.

New tyres available from end May 2018. Going cheap US$4,500 or IDR equivalent. Honest, dedicated and sincere driver who is driving and maintaining the car for last three years can also be employed, if required. Contact: ygupta@ worldbank.org Toyota Fortuner 2.4 VRZ 4x2 A/T Diesel. Avant Grand Bronze Color; Light Brown Leather Seats. Mileage 3,200km; Excellent Condition. Duty paid; CD Plate. Asking price: Rp410 million or best offer. Contact: Sona Shrestha at +628118715911.

Toyota Avanza for sale. 33,000km o n l y! 2 013 a n d g re at p r i c e.

Comfortable car for sale. Manual transmission. AC. Power locks.

Seats 7 comfortably. Foldable and removable seats. One owner before me. Car only used for back and forth to school and occasional weekends in Kemang. Great condition.

Serviced regularly. Brand new tires bought less than a year ago.

STNK was updated in April. Kelly WhatsApp +6281281690552.

Are you looking for car rent? I have Toyota Avanza ,year 2014 for rent. it is white,manual and under 50.000 km, rent car only for monthly and long term. Rp3,5 million/ month or 1.2 million/ week.

If you are interested WhatsApp me at +628118338221 or email : lancarlah1@yahoo.com 2 0 13 To y o t a C a m r y 2 . 5 i n excellent condition. Black, luxury interior. 33,000km. Selling due to international move. Contact: Simon (sasha@sgbmailbox.com)

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BMW X1 S Drive 2012 for sale.

50,000km, perfect conditions.

Complete BMW ser vices an d m ainten an c e. Avail a b l e immediately. Rp230 million or first best offer. Call or WhatsApp: Paulina (+628118003955)

LOOKING FOR WORK Female looking for work. Job experience background: Visa and Consular Section Assistant at The Embassy of Ireland, membership department at The American Club, etc. Email: viskagabrila@gmail.com or call/ WA: +6281298292244.

SERVICES

Bahasa Indonesia lessons for expats living in South Jakarta, Kuningan, Countr y Wood, BSD, given by instructor with 20 years experience. Flexible schedule. Please call Pak Chairuman +628121037466 or email chairuman19 42@ gmail.com

Home tuition with an experienced,friendly and helpful teacher for National and International Curriculum (IGCSE/IB) for Senior High School Students and College Graduation Students. We provide home tuition in Accounting, Finance, Economics and Law. Pls call Pati at +6281218 0 0 4 9 8 4 or + 6 2 812 8 3 0 6 0 2 6 9 . Em ail: apex117@gmail.com Bahasa Indonesia private tutor available for foreign beginners.

Learn the language to ease your day-to-day life in Indonesia. Free text book. Info & appointment: bahasaprivate@gmail.com

Learn Spanish (IB, IGCSE, DELE) at your place with a DELE- certified examiner from Spain. Most of my students come from International Schools (JIS and BSJ). Please call me (Raúl) +6282110502786.

Professional washing for carpets, hand-made and machine-made: get your oriental hand knotted or machine-made carpets washing and be amazed by the finished results. For fur ther inquiries

please contact Shaun Dias (carpet expert ) WhatsApp only: +6281385533395.

Native Italian and Spanish language teacher in Jakarta. Private lessons at your home. More than 10 years of experience with students of all ages. Grammar and conversation lessons. Email me at sean.silla@ gmail.com or W hats A pp to +6281298177496.

Help your child reach his potential!

If your child has AD/HD, Autism, PDD/ NOS, Down Syndrome, Nonverbal Learning Disability (NVLD), or a specific Learning Disability (LD) and needs after school home support to cope up with school work, please feel free to contact Teacher Jun at teacher. specialeducation@gmail.com for an appointment.

Get ready for Golf Season! All levels and ages are welcome, f ro m b e g i n n e r to a d v a n c e d programs. For more information and to book a lesson, please email below. Accel Golf Academy – All lessons conducted in English at Pondok Indah Driving Range. Book a lesson: accelgolf@gmail.com Piano lesson with an expat teacher in Jakarta Selatan, Kuningan.

More than 15 years of teaching experience - all age - all level please contact for a free trail lesson: +6281281536030. Email: littlemozartinjakarta@gmail.com | www.littlemozartinjakarta.com Hi, I'm Gisela. Do you have trouble mastering Indonesian? Let me help you to learn methodically with structured materials. During my experience for more than 4 years as an Indonesian teacher to non-native speakers, you only need around 24 hours of classes to convey your thought in perfect daily sentences. If you already have basic or intermediate understanding of Indonesian language, I am going to support you further to reach your desired level of Indonesian by designing special materials.

For further explanation, please contact me at gisela.rumawas@ gmail.com or via my Linkedin at Gisela Rumawas.

Summer Basketball Camps at British School Jakarta, in the school's brand New Sports Center Gym! Boys and girls, mixed age groups - 8-12 year olds and 13-16 year olds. Campers will improve

skills and technique including dribbling, shooting, passing, conditioning, rebounding and defense. In-house games will be incorporated as well! The camps will also include a visit from professional basketball player(s) who will play alongside the kids.

Classes will be conducted in English. Camps dates: July 2 – July 6 and August 6 – 10, 2018.

British School Jakarta, Jakarta, Indonesia. For more information and to register, please email gotskillzbasketball@gmail.com or WhatsApp Coach Anhar on +6281298528046.

Learn Bahasa Indonesia with Rini!

Are you new to Jakarta or simply would like to start learning Bahasa Indonesia? Then I have just the right person for you- Rini! Rini is a great teacher; lively and reliable, she structures her classes well and gives you plenty of opportunities to talk and learn. I feel that I've improved so much with her just within a few weeks! Her fee for a one to one lesson is Rp.300,000/ hour or Rp.450,000/lesson of 90 mins. All materials provided.

Rini will come to your office or to your own home- she covers the Kemang, Cipete, Pejaten,Antasari and Pondok Indah area. Please contact her at +628121861919 or email sibarani1104@yahoo.com.

French and Bahasa Indonesian language at your place with a qualified teacher for international students with IB and IGC SE curriculum.contact Novi +62816704370.

Bahasa Lessons by ACE offers Bahasa course for expatriates.There are Basic, Intermediate and Advanced level. Available in house @ Coteri Building, 1st floor, Kemang Raya 14B, South Jakarta and we can deliver the training in clients office or residence. Experienced & native teachers from different linguistics background. Most of our clients are Oil and Gas companies and multinational companies. Contact: bahasalessons@gmail.com or WA +6282233085108 (Ms. Ellis). Website: www. bahasalessons.com

Looking for something to buy / sell? Looking for staff? Selling property?

Or need a place to live? Why not place your classified ad with Indonesia Expat! Your classified will be placed once for 2 weeks online and once in our printed version which has a circulation of 16.500 copies bi-weekly.

Be your fittest self at any age.

Internationally certified, Englishspeaking Personal Fitness Trainer helps you lose fat and get fit faster with fun, personalized workouts at your home or apartment. Try a session FREE, full details at www. jakartafitnesscoach.com. Phone number: +6282111720271.

PROPERTY Beautiful new full renovated house for rent. 2 storey + basement.

750m 2 + 1000m 2 land with join pool. Located 10 minutes from Cilandak Commercial Estate. US$ 3,000/ month nett excluding tax (negotiate). If interested please call / wa owner at +62811180605.

A home in a resor t st yle environment. At Countrywoods Residences there is a choice of walk-up apartment, bungalows and townhouses. Available for rental daily, monthly and yearly. Close to variety of International school, such as British School Jakarta, Jakarta Japanese School, Jakarta Multicultural School, Singapore International School. Standard rental (fully furnish & fully service) includes furniture, housekeeping service, maintenance, security, TV cable & internet connection.

Facilities available: swimming pool, tennis court, squash court, basket field, tennis table, badminton field, billiard, restaurant, library, indoor and outdoor children play ground, minimart, jacuzzi, whirlpool. Pets are allowed. Free shuttle service in base on schedule to nearby shopping mall and supermarket. www.countrywoods.co.id contact: enquiry@countrywoods.co.id or +622180639100.

Boarding house for sale in Pondok Gede, East Jakarta. 3 houses and 2 floors building (10 rooms).

Land 585m², building 300m², spare land 284m².

FREEHOLD title. Complete permit (IMB, Boarding House License) . Strategic location: 150 metre from mall, fresh market, police station. Opening price Rp5.2 billion (negotiable). Contact owner: +62811920232.

For rent monthly: nice coz y house or rooms for rent in Sentul City, Bogor. We provide rooms for expatriates who needs full services while busy dealing with daily works. Each room has private bathroom, Queen size bed, T V cable, aircon, wifi, amenities and all other things. Estimate driving time to Jakarta one hour. One parking space for each room.

Services include laundry, and meals. Asking price is only US$ 900/ month or best offer. Sentul City, England Park, Tudor V no.30, Bogor, West Java, Bogor. Phone Number: +6282111122201. Email: erlanggahassan97@gmail.com Full-furnished studio apartment include air conditioning, LCD-TV, near to Halim P. Airport and access to Highway Inner City, Central City, Soekarno - Hatta Airport.

Rent US$425/month excluding utilities fees. Reservation contact liapadusi@gmail.com.

For rent 300 houses at Kemang, Cipete, Cilandak, Jeruk Purut, Pondok Ind ah. Big g ardens, swimming pools, US$2,000 – 5,000. Phone: +62816859551 or +628170093366.

PERSONAL Looking for anyone who knew David Merrells – I had a friend called David Merrells who lived in Jakarta from 1988 until his death in September 2016. He was 40 when he went to live there, an English teacher from Southend, very tall, well over 6 feet with dark curly hair. He was involved in education and also wrote a column for the Jakarta24 magazine. He had an Indonesian partner. His death was sudden at the age of 68 although his health had not been good for a few years. Because he was buried in Jakarta his friends in England where he would return nearly every year have had no chance to recognize his extraordinary life and talents. We are in the process of compiling a book of memories with contributions from many friends, photographs etc.

But our knowledge of his life in Jakarta is extremely limited and his partner speaks little English.

If anyone remembers him I would be enormously grateful for any information or anecdotes. I can be reached at lindsey_d@sky.com (David Lindsey) I am looking to buy or take over existing PMA real estate broker company anywhere in Indonesia which is registered with AREBI & SIUP-4. If you or your associates has one for sale, please contact me: +6281803696644 or email: ns24jp@hotmail.com

HOUSEHOLD STAFF

Kemang Jaya – Apartments for rent. 2BR + 1 maid room with total size 135m2. Fully furnished.

Close to all major expats amenities.

Facilities: gym room, swimming p o o l, tennis c o ur t , c hil d ren playground and jogging track with super huge garden. Contact owner: +628119788288 or email irwan@ suburfurniture.com Looking for an apartment for rent?

We help to find apartments or houses for rent at South Jakarta.

Many rooms available that might suit you and your family. Phone Number: +6281908307607. Email: ozindoproperty@gmail.com

My family are looking for a full time driver based in the Karawaci area.

Please ring or whatsApp Daryl on +6281293757626.

A bilingual family is looking for an experienced Cook and (a) Maid for a toddler in Bekasi Area. Interested employers/ workers please e-mail: irene_d@hotmail.com, state your cooking experience, salary, and expat references. maid wanted, part time maid wanted for a family of 2 in south jakarta. interested persons can contact us on +6285694469689.

- Email: theamorusos@gmail.com

Next submission day: 26 June 2018 Send in your personal classifieds for FREE to: ads@indonesiaexpat.biz

Our kind, English speaking weekend driver is looking for a driving position Monday through Friday. He has received certificates and recognition for his safe driving record. Please contact me, Sara, for any additional information at +6281289486125. Or, you can contact Pak Ipung directly at +6287888738599.

Hi I'm Nur 35 years old from West Java. Being a single parent and having a daughter, I am looking for a job as maid. I have working experience in Hong Kong for 4 years and 2 years in Singapore.

If you want to know more about me pls contact via WhatsApp +6281311510405.

Wonderful night security guard available now. Pondok Indah area.

Excellent, honest, respectful and hard-working man who will do extra jobs to please you (such as sweeping, gardening, moving furniture etc). His English is very limited but he understands when you show him and he is always willing to help. His wife speaks very good English and she is on whats app and will translate whenever needed. Salary Rp2 million per month. Highly recommended! For a reference please contact Christine at cgconsultnow@gmail.com Driver and Housemaid needed: my wife and two daughters just moved to Indonesia (Jakarta) for work basis. We are looking for Housemaid(full time) and personal driver (full-time). You should be able to speak average English.

Please contact me via email: statue101018@gmail.com

FOR SALE

Large charbroil grill. 7 burner e l e m e n t s , w o r k s p e r fe c t l y, some damage to front wheels.

Rp6,000,000. Cilandak pickup only, WhatsApp please +6281289346 189 to arrange pickup or viewing.

Panasonic washing machine, 7kg capacity, 2 years old, original owner, like new, 10 year warranty Rp3,000,000. Cilandak pickup only, WhatsApp please +6281289346 189 to arrange pickup or viewing.

Kid's bike, suitable for children aged 3– 6 years-old. Brand new tyres and brakes. Gently used.

Price: Rp200,000.

• Moto jacket, almost brand new moto jacket (used only two times) with protection pads inside, waterproof and windproof fabric outside, for women (size M), Alpinestars original brand. Price: Rp1,200,000.

• Diving suit, almost brand new diving suit (used just two times), 3 mm , fo r wo men (size M ), neoprene, twin set plus socks.

Price: Rp1,000,000.

• Mosquito traps for indoor, Rp10 0,0 0 0 each (t wo pieces available).

• Car audio, original Kenwood car radio Rp500,000.

• Whisky Long John Scotch Whisky 0,75L Rp400,000. If interested, please write to elizavola@hotmail. com

BALI JOBS AVAILABLE Vin+Bali – Indonesia’s premium wine impor ter is seeking experienced, dynamic Restaurant /Operations Manager for a new restaurant concept in Seminyak Bali. We are looking for candidates with least 2 years management experience in restaurants, preferably (but not essential) in Indonesia. We need a organised, motivated, hands on leader. If you fit the brief please send your cv to hrd.bali@vinplus.biz Salary commensurate to experience.

Do you want to combine your passion for travel and enjoy the sun with a challenging job?

Then we are looking for you!

We seek namely spontaneous, commercial and hardworking call center employees who want to work for at least one year in a paradise. ICNL is specialised in providing credit reports (BKR/bad debt check for businesses) and the collection of outstanding invoices.

As a call center employee at ICNL in Bali you will speak with financial decision makers of companies located in the Netherlands. You will help companies reducing risks in business transactions by using up-to-date business information.

You will of course be guided to develop yourself as a professional.

How does it work? After the application process we will provide a training on our products and we teach the basis of sales by phone. After this there is a practical training of at least 2 to 4 months, so the sooner you master all your targets the faster you will earn good money!

Job requirements: • At least one year available.

• Available immediately.

• Full-time available.

A good command of the Dutch language in writing and speaking.

• Pleasant phone voice.

• Commercial.

What we offer you: • Working in a tropical paradise.

• Close to the nightlife within 500 metres of the beach.

• A unique experience.

• Above moderate salary + bonus and attractive commission scheme.

• Employment contract/ work visa.

At the moment we are starting a second group of 5 people and training. Will start within a few weeks. Please send your resume as soon as possible to be part of the new group: sollicitatie@ incassochecker.nl Looking for model available.

Catalogue indoor photoshoot.

Requirements: • Good Skin (no sunburnt skin, even skin tone • Blonde/Dirty blonde Hair • Blue/green/grey/hazel Eyes • Min. height: 165cm • Good attitude • Has Modelling Experience Location: Jl. Imam Bonjol (Pertokoan Imam Bonjol Square no. A12). Please c all / WA : +6285974218444.

FOR SALE For rent Honda Vario F1 150 techno seminyak, Bali. Excellent condition.

Daily rental: Rp80,000 (minimum 3 days). Weekly rental: Rp490,000 Monthly rental: Rp1.3 million.

Please contact or WhatsApp: +6281809433901.

PROPERTY 12 are land on leasehold quick sale in central seminyak (under market price). Walking distance to the beach, land area: 1200m² (12 Are), leasehold 23 years. Price: Rp17 million / are / year. This land we sell under market value in one of the best area in Seminyak with walking distance to famous restaurants and double six. The land own already a building. It’s easy to start your own villa project. The building is for free. For more information contact ROSES:+6282144004478.

For rent: 3 bedroom house in Banjar Semer, Kerobokan, Bali. Price: Rp 75 million / year, land area: 200m2, 3 bedrooms, 2 suite bathrooms, kitchen, enclosed living and dining area, furnished, AC, water heater.

Located in banjar semer, kerobokan near Umalas and Banjar Anyar

Bali Buddha, close to restaurant, market and international schools.

For more info please call /WA Rita +628585 735 7163.

Bungalow for rent in Seminyak available mid of June until August 2018. Closed to the beach. Open living room, full kitchen set ,one bedroom ( king size bed) and one small guest / childs bedroom.

Safe, spacious, light, fan cooled (no AC). Rp. 6 million per month. Please WhatsApp Alicia +6281259450585.

Big villa in Umalas, for yearly rent.

Price Rp. 270.0 0 0.0 0 0 / year, land 600m2, 3 bedroom with ensuite bathroom, wardrobe, airconditioning, closed living room, kitchen equipment, storage, big Pool 10 x 4 metres, security post, parking. More information and inspection please contact me Dewi +628786497248.

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