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Community Unites 9 BWA Fashion Show 2016: Fashion Show 11 Photoshoot BWA New Committee 2016/2017 12 BWA Welcomes 2016/2017 Sponsors 14 Farewell Jane Llewellyn 17 HM Queen Elizabeth II 18 Junior Komodos 19 A Journey Bespoke: Easter Egg Surprise 21 BWA Golf Day 24 Pilates 26 A Month of Meat-Free Mondays 32

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The Ways of The Baduy People, Java 6

Regulars

Editor’s Note 2 Chairwoman’s Message 3 Newcomers’ Message 4 On the Road with Social Welfare 5 Social Diary: Cocktails & Canapes 8 St. Davids Dinner 10 Quiz Night 16 Focus on Britain 22 Book Reviews 28 Notice Board 29 Classifieds 31

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EDITOR

Grapevine April 2016

FROM THE EDITOR Dear Grapevine Readers and BWA Membership,

You have another new Grapevine Editor! I’m Claire Ruberu and I’m excited to be part of the team. What began as a quiet response to a request for helpers quickly spiraled into being cajoled, seduced and maybe even strong armed into becoming Editor and BWA Committee member. The BWA sure are a cheerfully persuasive bunch of ladies. (Note to self – practice shaking head while saying “no” more rigorously.) Just kidding. I am more than happy to be taking on this role and consider it a great opportunity for me. I look forward to Grapevine introducing me to new friends, teaching me new ways to be a part of our community and showing me our current home in a whole new light. I have big shoes to fill and would like to thank Annali Hayward, previous Editor, who has left Grapevine superbly organized and with a strong identity, making it easier for me to carry on her great work. I am an Australian from Melbourne and I’m here with my husband and my three sons. We arrived in Jakarta almost two years ago after stints in Aberdeen and Texas. I was thrilled to be in Asia and so close to home after leaving Australia 12 years ago. I think my family typifies what is an ex-pat family today. My husband was born in London of Sri Lankan parents, raised in Australia and my three children have all been born in three separate countries. They’re not sure which country to call home and have confusing ideas of their nationalities. But they love the opportunities that being an ex-pat kid brings them. I decided to take on an active role with BWA to expand the Jakarta bubble I had created, attempt to flex my creative muscles and hopefully contribute more to my community. It will also give me something to do while sitting idle in that crazy Jakarta traffic. I hope you continue to enjoy your Grapevine and find it helps keep you connected to the BWA and Jakarta life. I’d love to receive article ideas and any feedback you have. Please feel free to email your suggestions, photos and stories. Looking forward to bringing you the best of the BWA,

Claire

grapevine@bwajakarta.org

ROVING REPORTERS WANTED! Got a bit of Carrie Bradshaw in you?

Just kidding - no experience necessary at all, and in any case I can’t promise to make your life as fabulous as Ms. Bradshaw’s. But if you often find yourself at BWA and society events, please consider taking a few photos and penning a few lines for Grapevine. It’s fun! Get in touch via email (above). We also always need proofreaders and photographers!

CONTRIBUTORS: Jane Turner, Laura Thompson, Heather Powell, Amanda Yaxley, Jackie Buchanan, Louise Bennington, Sonya Carr Berkieta, Janey Llewellyn, Michael Hawkins, Jo Stevens, Stephanie Brookes, Debbie Minicolo, Noreen Hussain, BWA Committee

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CHAIRWOMAN

BWA COMMITEE 2016-2017 Honorary President Rachel Malik Chairwoman Laura Thompson

Postal address: P.O. Box 7923 JKSM Jakarta 12079 email: bwa@bwajakarta.org www.bwajakarta.org

Vice-Chairwoman Karen Turner General Secretary Helen Gerrard Treasurer Melinda Mai Hawkins Reeta Trusdale Grapevine Editor Claire Ruberu Social Welfare Coordinator Jackie Buchanan Newcomers’ Coordinator Amanda Yaxley Sponsorship Coordinator Heather Powell Membership Coordinator Haritha Alluri House Manager Vacant Programmes Coordinator Vacant Events Coordinator Noreen Hussain Website & Comms Coordinator Eszter Redmond Bazaar Coordinator Leah Sudarto DISCLAIMER The inclusion of any articles, advertising, logos or website links in this publication does not constitute an endorsement or approval by the BWA of the products or services so advertised or featured.

FROM THE CHAIRWOMAN What a busy month March has been! We kicked the month off with the AGM. Thank you to those that attended, and of course my sincere thanks to all the ladies that stood for election. Thank you for volunteering your time ensuring the BWA can continue to flourish. Thanks also to Julian, the Head Mixologist from Potato Head for the wonderful (mid-morning) cocktails, and to The Upper Crust for sponsoring the lovely canapés served to us after the AGM. This was a great way to start another fun and fabulous year at the BWA. Talking of fun, I would like to extend a huge thank you to our very own Quizmasters Extraordinaire, Karen and Tony Turner, for running the “Legends” Quiz Night. This event was back by popular demand, and proved once again to be a very successful formula to get people through the BWA door. I am hoping we can convince the Turners to host another great quiz night! Tuesday 8th March brought us a special day of pampering celebrating UK Mother's Day and International Women's Day. We will have a special feature on the new event in the next Grapevine edition. Tickets - for the biggest Ball in town - are on sale for Fashion Show “Legends”. The BWA Fashion Show is now in it’s 34th year, and still one of the most anticipated events in the Jakarta social calendar. For those that don’t know, it has been described as: “A black-tie sartorial spectacle, complemented by a three-course dinner and garnished by a fashion show and dance extravaganza performed by BWA members. Many months of blood, sweat and tears are spent perfecting their craft.” Be sure to also save the dates for our upcoming events in April. We have the BWA “Loudest Legs” Texas Golf Scramble on Wednesday 20th April. If you are a golfer but without a team, don’t worry, we can get you paired up on the starting tee. Please just send us an email to golf@bwajakarta.org - and we’ll do the rest to help get you on the golf course. Also for your diary, the BWA Summer Bazaar is on Friday 29th April at the Grand Kemang Hotel. As always, we are looking for volunteers to help on the day. So if you have an hour or 2 to spare, please email Leah at bazaar@bwajakarta.org Wishing everyone a very Happy Easter and look forward to seeing you soon at one of our forthcoming events.

Laura

chairwoman@bwajakarta.org

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NEWCOMERS MESSAGE

Newcomers’ MESSAGE Welcome to Jakarta, and an even bigger welcome to the British Women’s Association. A big welcome to our newcomers and we hope you are settling into the next chapter of your lives in Jakarta. There is a lot happening at BWA over the coming months, ‘Who’s Got The Loudest Legs’? If you want to sign up to play Golf please contact us, or if you prefer to come along and show your support you would be very welcome. The Fashion Show is fast approaching and everyone is working very hard to make this charity event one to remember. There is so much going on and we always welcome all our members to get involved either by volunteering or just showing support. The BWA have some great new sponsors and our sponsorship team are working extremely hard behind the scenes to get more companies on board, a huge well done to them. Without sponsorship we would struggle to raise funds to keep the BWA running and support the Social Welfare projects. Social Welfare is another team who are actively working to support many ongoing projects in Jakarta. Our Facebook page is very active at the moment with members and non members posting great ideas, asking questions, selling items due to moving. This is a great way for a community to come together and help and support one another. I for one, enjoy reading other’s comments, it makes you feel you part of a close community, as there is a great wealth of knowledge from our members. I wanted to share what I think is a really useful piece of information. If you haven’t done so already, download the Go-Jek app onto your phone. The service they provide can make your life a little bit easier. They offer so many services - for example delivering your favourite food from almost any of your favourite restaurants in Jakarta, whilst you sit in the comfort of your own home or they will collect your groceries from Supermarkets of your choice. Visit http://www.go-jek.com/ They offer much more than a simple Ojek service (for the newcomers, Ojek is a Motorcycle Taxi). Easter is coming really soon and one of the main questions I have been asked over the last few weeks is, what is happening in and around Jakarta over Easter. The BWA are offering “Easter Craft” for children aged between 6 and 12 years. Hani would welcome anyone who would like to join her. I hope this information can help you enjoy Easter in Jakarta. Happy Easter BWA members. If you are travelling, safe travels and if you are staying in Jakarta check out some of the amazing Easter brunches that are on offer around the city. Like many expats, we never quite know what is around the corner. We have recently discovered our family will be soon leaving Jakarta and returning to the UK. But for now, I am here to help you. Please contact me if you have any questions or just want a chat. Drop in to BWA House and come along to the weekly coffee morning every Tuesday. The BWA was set up to offer support to you. Please join us, get to know your fellow expats and how we can help you. Regards, Amanda Yaxley E-mail: newcomers@bwajakarta.org Mobile: +62 (0) 812 80234 089

COFFEE MORNING

Every Tuesday at the BWA House First Tuesday of the Month—Guest Speaker Come along and meet everyone! Next up: 5 April James de Rave. Cultural Liaison at Oasis Heritage Restaurant, Ambassador for Saint James will deliver a master class in beautiful accessorising for home entertaining.

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SOCIAL WELFARE

ON THE ROAD... with

Social Welfare

Social Welfare report for 2015

2015 was a busy year for Social Welfare and I would like to firstly thank the SW committee for their hard work and dedication throughout the year. It really has been a privilege and a joy to work with you all. A full report has already been sent to BWA members by email and hardcopies were available at the AGM. Therefore I will give a brief overview of what we did during 2015: We gave regular contributions to 11 projects. These included: a HIV mobile testing unit, feeding programmes and home for the elderly and disabled, Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s homes, Education scholarships for high school and university students plus medical and palliative care support. Further to this we also bought a vein detector for Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cancer Kiddies, Laboratory equipment for the HIV testing centre, essentials for people displaced by fire and books for our successful BWA mobile library. Throughout the year we have also donated computers, furniture, school stationary, toiletries and food together with items from the White Elephant. We are incredibly grateful to the BWA members who have donated their unwanted items to Social Welfare. We distribute these either to our projects, use them for emergency aid such as flood or fire relief or sell to raise further funds. If you have any questions or would like to join the Social Welfare team please contact us on socialwelfare@bwajakarta.org Lastly, huge thanks also to all the BWA members, our sponsors, the main committee and everyone involved in the Fashion Shows for making all this possible. Jackie Buchanan

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I met Herman, on a recent trip to the Kendang Mountains, in the province of Banten. Herman is a Baduy Dalam tribesman, who adheres to a traditional way of life and must follow village customs and laws, which do not embrace any modern living practices. His village is only 167 kilometres from Jakarta, and it takes about five hours to reach there by car. It completely astonishes me how such a pure, real, tribal group of people can live so close to Jakarta. Their lives are unchanged in thousands of years. The Baduy Dalam do not use electricity, they have no schools, and it is forbidden for them to use transport with a motor or a wheel. They are not even included in the Indonesian census. Herman is 32 years old and was born in Baduy Dalam (the inner village). There are two villages in the Baduy Lands. The inner village and the outer village (Baduy Luar). As a foreigner, you

are only allowed to visit the outer village. The inner village is a closed and private world, however if you are Indonesian, you can get permission to enter. “I visit Jakarta often, “ Herman said, “It takes me two days to reach the outskirts of the city. It’s 167kms. I must go by foot. I am not allowed to wear shoes,” he continued, “I have taken the journey over fifty times now. I was 15 years old when I took my first trip. I know the way by heart,” he continued, “I cross two mountain ranges and then follow the railway tracks all the way to Lebak Bulus. I stay with my friends in Jakarta. Along the route, I sell my handicrafts and hand-woven clothing,” he explained, “Jakarta gives me a big headache because there is so much traffic. However, I do like the city vibe and of course, the beautiful women,” he said with a chuckle.

Stephanie Brookes is a travel writer and blogger with tales from Indonesia and beyond. If you like traveling to discover culture and tribal heritage, check out some magic tales from Ambon and a long journey into the highlands of Aceh. Tales of the Naga people and more are on: http://www.travelwriter.ws Follow Stephanie on http://www.facebook.com/stephtravelwriter

David Metcalf runs day photography tours in Bali and also cultural & photography tours in Indonesia and beyond. Next trip is April 22 – Java Story Telling Workshop with a National Geographic Photographer. Small group size tours run to Kalimantan, Alaska, and Komodo Island Sailing (Photography day tips and evening editing tuition). David’s gallery - Taksu Photo Gallery in Ubud, Bali. Tours and Gallery support education and health programs in Bali and Kalimantan.

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The Ways of the Baduy People, Java

“I stay at friend’s houses. I just show up, I never phone in advance. I don’t have a phone. That is the way we are. People in Jakarta think we have mystical powers. That is my in, and I am always treated well,” Herman went on to explain, “I have no desire to live in Jakarta. I am happy to sell my clothing and handicrafts and meet the city people there. I return home when all my wares are sold, and then I resume my duties in my village,” he said. I was fascinated with Herman’s feet. His leatherylooking feet supported wide, almost webbed toes. This “barefoot policy” for the inner Baduy people includes other challenges, such as their life of hard physical labour in the fields. They are not allowed to use any modern farm equipment. The Baduy also have special wedding ceremonies, baby rituals, hunting practices, rice harvest festivities and some village taboos.

The “inner” Baduy adhere to their age-old beliefs and religion and follow their mystical leaders, the Pu’un, who are not allowed to leave the inner village. Their religious belief is known as Sunda Wiwitan, and they honour a supreme deity. Old Sundanese language is used in their prayers and rituals. It’s easy to recognize a Baduy Dalam (who are also known as White Baduy), as they wear white head cloths and they carry a large white cloth bag called a gendongan. Look out for them on your travels through Jakarta. They sometimes even make the front page of The Jakarta Post. Not many people can claim that! If you do chance to see a group of them walking, all their wares are neatly stacked in their gendongan, so please stop and buy a few items. Story by Stephanie Brookes Photos by David Metcalf

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Fact File

Trekking – Baduy West Java, near Rangkasbitung, Banten Email - keliksumarahadi@gmail.com Tel - +62 812 8179 9768 Treking Guide & Transport: Pak Kelik

High Season – May to July Trekking Guide – Pak Kelik – arranges transport from Jakarta and porters and food. Stay in a homestay in the village.

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SOCIAL DIARY

BWA Cocktails & Canapés A fun Tuesday morning was had by those who attended the BWA Annual General Meeting and stayed on to attend our Cocktails & Canapés event. With a good mix of members and non-members among the audience, we were honoured with the presence of Julian Dacraene, Head Mixologist at Potato Head, Jakarta. Born in France and with vast international experience in the industry including both New York and London, Julian was definitely the best choice for our Cocktail Master class. Julian begun with a brief history of spirits that are commonly mixed with other ingredients to create an array of different drinks. We were then entertained with demonstrations of the mixing and shaking of classic cocktails, including secrets of the cocktail world that will now take our amateur efforts at home to another level. Julian showed how these classic cocktails could be recreated without the use of posh equipment or expensive professional shakers. The Upper Crust, one of our newest sponsors, definitely tickled our taste buds by putting on a scrumptious spread of canapés and bite sized food to accompany those perfectly created drinks. A great morning had by all with drinks, canapés and plenty of mingling and chatter with old and new friends. BWA Events Team

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COMMUNITY UNITES The International and Indonesian communities in Jakarta are rallying together after the shock decision by the Supreme Court to overturn the acquittal of Neil Bantleman and Ferdi Tjiong just days before their travel ban was to be lifted. Public figures in Jakarta and abroad have spoken out against the ruling. British Ambassador Moazzam Malik voiced concern to the press over ‘serious irregularities in the original court proceedings.’ He called for the case to now be ‘handled in a fair and transparent manner.’ This echoes Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Stephane Dion whose press statement declared the decision to be unjust given ‘that all evidence presented by the defence has been systematically rejected.’ There has been an outpouring of support for the two men amongst the thousands of members on dedicated Facebook sites. A twitter account #freeneailandferdi has also been launched and other social media streams are to follow. The official website freeneilandferdi.org have responded to enormous public demand with a ‘How can I help?’ section including an email list of key Canadian officials who could be contacted, links to petitions, Facebook banners and fundraising possibilities. On 4th March an action group, which included Ferdi Tjiong’s wife Sisca, discussed practical ways that residents in Jakarta can show support including, but not limited to, the wearing of wristbands and T- shirts, tweets, Facebook posts and the ongoing weekly vigils for Neil, Ferdi and the five cleaners also serving their sentences for the same alleged crime in Lapas Cipinang prison. On 29th February Canadian Ambassador Donald Bobiash visited Neil in prison and assured him that the Canadian Government will be ‘relentless’ in its efforts to end his imprisonment. Stephane Dion told the media that Bantleman and Tjiong’s story isn’t over. The next legal step for the men is to wait for the Supreme Court’s full written verdict and then prepare for a judicial review. A media statement for the Bantlemans released on March 7th outlined how ‘this instrument examines the procedures and circumstances of the decision-making in the three verdicts to date’. This review would consider new evidence brought by the defence and be heard by a different panel of judges. Louise Bennington

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St David's Dinner “You can take the Girl out of Wales but you can’t take Wales out of the Girl” .. a motto given to me by my mother long ago .. so when I arrived in Jakarta in July the first port of call for this Welsh Girl was the St. David’s Society (Cymdeithas Dewi Sant). Was there one? Who was leading it? When was the Society’s annual dinner? No fears .. Janey and Malcolm Llewellyn have been the Presidents of the St. David’s Society (Cymdeithas Dewi Sant) since 2001 and are known for hosting one of THE social events of the year. This is an evening with a twist - hosted in their own home, welcoming and just plain good fun and value for money. Ideal for a Welsh man or Welsh girl! This year’s St. David’s Day Dinner and Dance was held on 27 February (2 weeks ahead of the St. Patrick’s Ball) chez Llewellyn. 120 people came to wine, dine and celebrate all things Welsh! The hosts have a number of regular sponsors who support the event and ensure that the Welsh community and friends can reconnect annually. No Rugby tension that night as Wales had comfortably beaten France the night before (19 to 10). The Ambassador was in attendance with Mrs. Malik and the casual serve yourself buffet ensured we were all full to the brim with yummy food and a few drinks (?) The raffle is traditionally drawn at midnight (so many wonderful prizes) and then on to the dancing part of the evening. Several of us “threw some shapes on the dance floor” – the band was excellent. All the Loyal Societies are represented here in Jakarta and I met many people who were “Welsh Welsh” (like myself – I come from Anglesey, North Wales) or heritage Welsh from years ago. Something about living abroad makes us nostalgic for our roots. It is so worthwhile connecting with others through this common denominator and I enjoy meeting new friends this way. So much so ,that next year I will be arranging the 2017 St. David’s Dinner. Janey and Malcolm will be leaving Jakarta shortly and the baton has been passed to me. They will be sorely missed and have done a fabulous job maintaining our Welsh traditions. Diolch yn fawr iawn i chi. I am excited and proud to be the latest President of the Welsh Society. Please check out our Facebook page “St. Davids Society Jakarta” for our next social evening and if you are Welsh or have a hint of Welsh and would like to find out more about this fabulous country get in touch. CROESO MAWR I CHI I CYMDEITHAS DEWI SANT JAKARTA (a big welcome to St. David’s Society Jakarta). Heather Powell

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BWA FASHION SHOW 2016

FASHION SHOW PHOTOSHOOT

Oh My Gorgeous! So much glitz, glamour and goofiness in one place! Every year, several weeks before the Annual Charity Fashion Show takes place, the BWA house is transformed into a photography studio, as the committee and models gather together for the photo shoot. The final selection of photographs, that are taken on the day, is used in the Fashion Show programme, to introduce each group of performers to guests at the event. The programmes make wonderful keepsakes of a fabulous evening of thrills and entertainment and I have kept one from each Fashion Show that I have been lucky enough to attend. And so it was, that early on the morning of Sunday 28th February, the BWA house became a hive of activity as a big, bright backdrop was built and installed. Committee members, some of us feeling slightly less than camera-ready after a very merry St David’s Day Dinner & Dance the night before, gathered, desperate for coffee but nonetheless groomed, coiffed & primed. It’s possible that panic at the prospect of a photograph in the Fashion Show 2016 programme, recorded in print, forever, brought out the inner ‘Jakarta’s Next Top Model’ in several of us. Our photographer, George, encouraged the committee to pose up a storm and show their best side as he tried (his hardest!) to, capture their light. Being more used to roles behind the scenes, this led to some hilarity amongst the committee but as everyone warmed to the task, a nice selection of photographs was taken. Whilst some of us might have preferred some dramatic

airbrushing (‘give me a thigh gap, please George!’), the production team finally settled on the money shot, the pressure was off and we could all finally relax those cheekbones. Adhering to a strict timeline imposed by the producers, who are well experienced in the challenges of bringing together a melee of models, our groups in spectacular outfits and carrying an impressive array of props, filed in (and then out again!). Our models were all so natural and relaxed in front of the camera that I had to wonder whether this was something they regularly did on the side. As each group took their turn in front of the camera some sensational looks were created. Many thanks to the hard-working team that made the photo shoot such a smooth-running success. Petty Elliott for all of her help with the backdrop, the photographer, George and his team for making everyone look their best, Head Choreographer, Natasja de Fluiter, for casting her professional eye over the framing of each shot, to the hard-working committee members whose commitment to the Fashion Show is phenomenal and to our amazing models who add the energy, talent and a whole lot of fun! When you open your programmes on the night of the event, please do cast an eye on the photographs and hopefully recognize some of the effort that goes on behind the scenes to bring the Fashion Show together for one night… and one night only! By Karen Turner

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Your BWA Committee

2016 -2017

Chairwoman // Laura Thompson

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I have been in Jakarta and a BWA member since May 2003. I can honestly say I have never looked back, my first role on the committee was as secretary and from there I joined the Social Welfare, and over the years took on Newcomers, Website Communications Coordinator, Bazaar, Vice-Chair as well as Producing our annual Fashion Show on three occasions. I have met the most amazing friends who have come and gone and am looking forward to my year as Chairwoman. Hope to see you at the BWA soon. Vice-Chairwoman // Karen Turner I am Karen Turner. Many may know me already as my husband Tony and I are in our sixth year in Jakarta. We have lived in 14 countries and have three grown-up children -- a son, Luke and twin daughters, Claudia and Sophia. This is my third term serving on the BWA committee and I have also served on the Fashion Show Committee several times in the past. My BWA committee role this time is Vice-Chair.

General Secretary // Helen Gerrard Hi, I'm Helen Gerrard and we have been in Jakarta since August 2015. I have two children in JIS, Grades 11 and 6. We are an Italian / Scottish family and love travelling and food! We have been expats for 17 years and we are now looking forward to discovering everything that this part of the world has to offer.

Sponsorship Coordinator // Heather Powell Our family moved from Thailand to Indonesia in July last year and so we still have a great deal to discover about Jakarta and our new “home” country. My husband Matthew works for an oil company and we have been working outside the UK since 2005. Our 2 teenage sons attend JIS. I joined BWA in September and got involved with our Sponsors early on. I really enjoy meeting people through my volunteer roles. The work is rewarding and I am very pleased to be doing the same thing for the 2016/2017 committee.

Membership Secretary // Haritha Alluri This is my first year as a member and being part of the BWA committee. I arrived in Jakarta 10 months ago and a friend suggested I join BWA. I met some wonderful people through the organization and have thoroughly enjoyed being part of the various clubs and events. Professionally, I have a background in Training and Development …a far departure from my role here as the membership secretary.

Newcomers coordinator // Amanda Yaxley My family and I moved to Jakarta in 2015, previously we were expats in Cape Town, South Africa. My husband Andy and I have 2 sons, 1 at University in the UK and our youngest has joined us in Jakarta. Previously in the UK I worked in a local school as a Cover Supervisor teaching English and Math. I joined the BWA as a member when I first arrived, as a way of meeting new people and I joined the committee in December 2015. I look forward to the year ahead with the BWA Committee and new members of BWA.

FEATURE Website/Communication Coordinator // Eszter Redmond My family and I moved to Indonesia almost two years ago. Having been involved on the board of international schools and expat clubs before, I know from experience how important The BWA can be for members in order to create a social life in a new country as well as making a difference. My working career is extremely diverse due to the constant moves. I am delighted to be involved in BWA.

Grapevine Editor // Claire Ruberu I have been in Jakarta for nearly 2 years, after a stint in Aberdeen, UK and many years in Houston, USA. This is my first role with BWA and the first time I have been an active member of an expat association (besides the socialising). Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m hoping Grapevine and BWA will give me a chance to expand my Jakarta world, use my brain again after 14 years away from a workplace and remind my 3 boys that my life doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t completely revolve around them! If you have an idea that you think would make interesting reading for members, please donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hesitate to put forward your suggestion for Grapevine.

Event Coordinator // Noreen Hussain My husband and I started our expat life over 12 years ago when we left the UK for a job opportunity in Europe and we haven't looked back since! In October 2014 we moved to Jakarta with our children after living a few years in the Middle East. Having been here nearly 18 months now I can honestly say that being a member of the BWA has made all the difference to helping me get settled, meeting new people and making friends. This is now my second term on the BWA committee as Event Coordinator and I'm looking forward to doing it all over again. If you have any suggestions for the events committee or would be interested in getting involved in any way, please email events@bwajakarta.org Treasurer // Melinda Mai Hawkins This is my third year in Jakarta and also my third term as a BWA committee member. I joined the BWA Social Welfare committee in 2014 and took on the role of BWA committee Treasurer in 2015 and again this year. My husband Michael and I have 4 children, teenage boy/girl twins at boarding school in Malaysia and 2 boys who attend JIS elementary school here in Jakarta. Our family moved to Jakarta from Singapore and we have loved our time here in beautiful Indonesia. Many will know that the BWA has been a big part of my life from the time we arrived - I am thankful for the special friends I have made, for the opportunities to give back to my community and for the chance to keep my professional skills relevant as a 'trailing spouse'. Social Welfare Coordinator // Jackie Buchanan I have lived on and off in Jakarta for about 17 years. I have helped out either backstage or manning the raffle at the Fashion Show for at least nine years. It is quite unbelievable to me how the show has evolved from when I was first backstage in 1996. I have sat on the BWA Social Welfare Committee for about 10 years and do not regret a day. It is my absolute honour to be the Coordinator of Social Welfare.

Bazaar Coordinator // Leah Lim Sudarto Jakarta has been my home since early childhood. My family moved from London when I was three years old and what was meant to be a 3-year stay, ended up being 17. We all moved back to the UK, and I came back to Jakarta in 1998 and ended up meeting the man I eventually married. I only joined the BWA last year, but have been going to meetings since I was a young child. My mother was a member and she would take me aIong to some of the meetings; I remember feeling so grown up, sitting at those tables listening to the speakers! This year, I am the Bazaar coordinator and hope that my interest (okay, love!) of shopping will help me in fulfilling my role.

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Quiz Night at BWA House Saturday 12th March 2016

A balmy, Saturday evening, deep in the heart of Pejaten Barat III, gathered a bunch of adventurous folk for the best quiz in town. I think we expats love a good quiz night and I know many of us were very much looking forward to it.

how these quiz questions trigger nostalgia and you all learn lots of lovely things about one another.

As everyone filtered in from various parts of the city, the sound of animated chitchat and clinking glasses filled the room. You could feel the competitiveness growing as we found our tables and greeted our fellow team members.

A scrumptious curry buffet was demolished in a flash and pretty cupcakes delicately scoffed. The drinks were flowing, thanks to Hani and Martono keeping everyone’s glasses topped up.

Hosted by the brilliant and super-fun Karen and Tony Turner, we all eagerly awaited the first round. There were 11 teams in total, who chose funny and innovative names. Our team enthusiastically used the joker for the music round and then found ourselves a bit stumped…oops! None of the teams got any points for Silento ‘Watch me Nei Nei’ and I was personally frustrated at not getting the lyrics of Bob Dylan’s ‘A Hard Rain’s Gonna Fall’ when I’m such a fan! We all had a bit of a giggle at Catherine the Great dying from syphilis, (which I’m quite sure was terrible for her and not in the slightest bit funny) and Elizabeth Taylor and her eight husbands, go Lizzy! Confusing Marlon Brando with Sir Lawrence Olivier was not one of our better moments but we were all chuffed when we remembered that Ian Fleming wrote Chitty Chitty Bang Bang (not JM Barrie). I think a lot of us were quite surprised at how early The Wizard of Oz (1938) had been released. It’s wonderful

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A brilliant round of charades increased the energy even more as laughter echoed around the room.

It was a super turnout, with many familiar faces and great to see some new and different people. Tony and Karen challenged us with lots of interesting questions and I think we all came away having learned lots of new facts. Prizes for the winning team ‘Antipodeans’, were Rumah Yoga vouchers and wooden spoons were given for last place and a bottle of wine for the winning team name. The lucky door prizes included a hamper of healthy snacks and a bottle of Johnny Walker. It really was a fun evening but it was tainted with sadness, for some of us, as we knew it was Janey and Malcolm Llewellyn’s last quiz in Jakarta, after many, many years of their endless support. It was a late evening for some of us (who ended up in the pool)! We eventually drifted off home in a haze, dreaming of sirens, sphinxes and mermaids… Until next time my friends, until next time… Sonya Carr Berkieta

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Farewell llyn e w e l L e n Ja Keen observers of celestial activity were able to witness a total solar eclipse here in Indonesia recently. This month, BWA experienced a different cosmic phenomenon – the departure of one of our very own brightest stars, Janey Llewellyn, who after an epic 23 years in Indonesia now starts a new chapter in her magnificent French home. I recently sat down with Janey to reflect on her life and time in Indonesia. Me: “Janey, tell me a few fun facts our Grapevine readers may not know about you.” Janey: “I prefer countryside to beach or city, my favourite band is The Rolling Stones, my favourite song is Islands in the Stream by Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton, I am a voracious reader – my current preferred authors being Mark Billingham and Nicci French – a film I love is Charade starring Cary Grant and Audrey Hepburn, my favourite food is Magret de Canard, I like wine & whisky, I was the Editor of Grapevine for many years (I even came up with the name) and I am an outspoken admirer of Boris Johnson! Me: Where exactly have you lived?” Janey: “I was born in South Wales but moved on to Baltimore, Prestwick, Delhi, Rome, Kuala Lumpur, Tripoli, Paris, London, Prague, Oklahoma, Guildford – where I met my husband, Malcolm – London, Banda Aceh, back to South Wales, Scotland again, Berkshire, Norfolk, Tanzania, Brunei and finally Jakarta. Malcolm & I have lived here since 1997.” Me: “Tell me about your family?” Janey: “Four wonderful children -- Alan, Kate, Sara and Marcus. Later, we were joined by three beautiful grandchildren -- Jack, Saffron and Dylan. Along the way, we added Hugo, our dachshund and Fifi LaBelle, the cat!” Me: “With such challenging postings, what were the best and worst of times?” Janey: “The worst was the loss of my father in 1989. He had worked for Imperial Airways, which later became BOAC and then BA. We were extremely close. The best of times would be our first seven years in Jakarta”. Me: “What was so good about those years?” Janey: “Great friends, a simpler way of life, less pressure, everything we needed was readily available.” Me: “How do you feel about saying goodbye to Jakarta?” Janey: “It is the right moment as I feel I may be growing a little jaded but I am also sad and anxious at the same

time. I will miss the people, my friends but especially family members who are staying behind. I shall miss the help I get in the house and the salons that I’m rather fond of visiting! I shall particularly miss my beautiful garden and the special light here in Indonesia – when it isn’t raining!” Me: “If you could have your time here again, is there anything you would do differently?” Janey: “Maybe not rent a house quite so close to a mosque!” Me: “Do you have any advice for a newcomer?” Janey: “Join the BWA. It waxes and wanes just like any association. Right now it’s on track but still needs your support. I would particularly recommend becoming a part of the Grapevine team. It is great fun and it serves our community so well”. Jane Llewellyn has been a dedicated member of the BWA for many years. She has worked tirelessly for, amongst many others, Grapevine and St. David’s Day commemorations. It is with heavy hearts that we say adieu and wish her much happiness in her new life. Good luck Janey, from all at BWA: we love you to the moon, and back. Karen Turner “Unique in every way is how I would describe Janey. On first meeting Janey no one is ever quite sure how to take this formidable lady, with her dry sense of humour and no nonsense attitude, she doesn't suffer fools gladly and is perfectly happy to share her observations and views with refreshing honesty. Once you get to know Janey, you come to realize she is an absolute gem, will help you out in whatever way she can, is a font of knowledge and an amusing and loyal friend. Thanks Janey for all the support and advice you gave me along the way. It's the 'Him - aaal- i - as Darling!' will be forever in my heart!” — Jennifer MacMillan, BWA Chairwoman 2010-2011 “Not only have I had the honour of working with Janey on Grapevine and the BWA committee over the years, I am also blessed to call her a dear friend. Janey is eloquent, demure, witty, amusing and an altogether beautiful person, inside and out. At the same time, she is a force to be reckoned with! A truly inspirational figure. She has given countless hours of her time and generosity not only to the BWA but to all the Loyal Societies within Jakarta, especially the St David's Society. Janey has supported so many charities particularly Wisma Cheshire. She will be sorely missed by many.” — Ingrid Baker, BWA Chairwoman 2014

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HM Queen Elizabeth II

HM Queen Elizabeth II is, and has been since her accession in 1952, Queen of the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia and New Zealand, and Head of the Commonwealth. She is also Queen of 12 countries that have become independent since her accession: Jamaica, Barbados, the Bahamas, Grenada, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, Tuvalu, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Belize, Antigua and Barbuda, and Saint Kitts and Nevis

Her Majesty will be 90 years old on 21 April. She was born in 1926 at 17 Bruton Street, Mayfair, in the Year of the Tiger and is just, but only just, a Taurean. Both are very interestingly strong signs! This remarkable, amazing and much loved woman, who holds our entire country in thrall with immense admiration for her sense of duty and her many years of devotion, was christened Elizabeth Alexandra Mary: Elizabeth after her mother, Alexandra after her paternal great-grandmother and Mary after her paternal grandmother. The elder daughter of the Duke and Duchess of York (the former later became King George VI on his brother’s abdication) was delivered by Caesarean section at her maternal grandfather’s London home. Never expected to ascend the throne, she was privately educated at home with her sister, Princess Margaret Rose. She married Prince Philip of Greece and Denmark, on 20 November, 1947: a marriage not without controversy. Before the marriage, Philip had to renounce his Greek and Danish titles, convert from Greek Orthodoxy to Anglicanism, and adopted the style Lieutenant Philip Mountbatten, taking the surname of his mother’s British family. Just before the wedding, he was created Duke of Edinburgh and granted the style His Royal Highness. The couple have four children: Charles (Prince of Wales), Anne (the Princess Royal), Prince Andrew (Duke of York) and Prince Edward (Earl of Wessex). They also have eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Times of personal significance have included the births and marriages of her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, her coronation in 1953 and the celebration of milestones such as her Silver, Golden and Diamond Jubilees in 1977, 2002, and 2012 respectively. Moments of sadness for her include the death of her father, aged 56; the assassination of Prince Philip’s uncle, Lord Mountbatten; the breakdown of her children’s marriages in 1992 (her annus horribilis); the death in 1997 of her son’s former wife, Diana, Princess of Wales; and in 2002 the deaths of her mother and sister. She has occasionally faced republican sentiments and severe press criticism of the royal family, but support for the monarchy and her personal popularity remain high.

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She has reigned over us now for 64 years, since the tender age of twenty-five. Although she is now cutting down on her many public engagements, patronages and commitments, she is still very much our Queen. On 9 September, 2015, she became the longest serving monarch of the United Kingdom. She is also the first reigning monarch to reach the age of ninety. This past weekend (5 and 6 March), more than 200,000 volunteers were going to tidy their neighbourhoods to prepare for the Queen’s birthday on 21 April and her official birthday in June. Apparently, Her Majesty is a keen litter picker herself and the occasion has been billed as Clean for the Queen. Although there is nothing in particular planned for her actual birthday, Her Majesty will be at Windsor Castle, and Buckingham Palace is expected to announce public engagements in the Windsor area on 20 and possibly 21 April. There is a long list of other events to celebrate her birthday later – with, amongst other things, a Service of Thanksgiving at St Paul’s Cathedral on 10 June (which is, coincidentally, the 95th birthday of HRH The Duke of Edinburgh), followed by Trooping the Colour on 11 June. On 12 June, there will be a huge picnic on The Mall in London, called the Patrons’ Lunch. The Mall will be transformed into a giant street party, with 10,000 guests eating a picnic lunch and being entertained by street performers and circus acts. The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh will take part in the event from a speciallybuilt platform on the Queen Victoria Memorial in front of Buckingham Palace. (The purpose of this open-air party is to celebrate the Queen’s patronage of 600-plus charities and organisations, and 9,000 of the 10,000 tickets are being made available to those organisations.) Members of the public will be able to watch the event on giant screens in Green Park and St James’s Park. There will also be documentaries on the Queen’s life on both the BBC and ITV, featuring interviews with senior members of the Royal family, rumoured to include the Princes William and Harry as well as the Duchess of Cambridge. No dates have yet been announced. The whole country will be wishing her a very happy birthday and wanting to thank her for her tireless devotion and commitment to our nation. Janey Llewellyn

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RUGBY JUNIOR KOMODOS

RUGBY RUGBY RUGBY

Every Saturday morning around 70 kids aged from 5 to 18 years, watched by an assorted gaggle of hungover expat mums and dads, gather at the Jagarowi golf course to play the noble game of rugby for the Jakarta Komodos. Known throughout the world as possibly the best team sport kids can play due to its inherent ethos of team spirit, discipline and respect, here in Jakarta our sometimes pampered kids also get to learn the sport side by side with their Indonesian brothers and sisters. Thanks to the curiosity of the local kampong kids and the welcoming spirit of our ever cheerful and passionate junior rugby organisers Jess and Agus Djanhoer, more than 30 local kids join us every Saturday morning to get a taste of what is a relatively new sport in Indonesia. As well as enabling our kids to show off their blossoming bahasa Indonesia skills, and us less fluent bapaks to flounder in finding the words for "get behind the ball", seeing the massed elation of scoring a well worked team try greeted by high fives from kids emanating from very different sides of the tracks is a joy to behold. It is hoped that some of these local kids, who already play with the enthusiasm, desire and skill needed to progress, will progress to representing the Indonesian team. That hope was recently given a boost with a simple act of kindness by one of our better known expat figures. Our esteemed Komodo's chairman, Mark Mandelson, recently donated 23 pairs of rugby boots to match the fantastic new kits and make sure these kids have every chance to do the very best they can. With the help of our generous sponsors, the club were

also able to give five of the kids from Kranggan village the chance to visit Singapore recently, taking part in the Centaurs International Mini & Youth Rugby Tournament. Not only was this the first time any of the kids had owned a passport, it was their first experience of life outside of Indonesia. Over on the next door pitch the Komodos ladies team, made up of a majority from the Mama Sayang orphanage and the odd expat secret weapon (a certain Miss Proudfoot), are celebrating their very first tournament win the previous week. Their memorable win over the University of Indonesia team, proving that the sport in Indonesia has a great future, for both boys and girls. So why not come along at 9am on a Saturday and get involved? There is no prior knowledge of the game needed and kids can join from as young as 6 years old, with groups for under 8's, under 10,s under 12's and under 16's. Every session starts with warm ups and fun games, followed by technical training and ending after 90 minutes of exercise in the fresh(er) air of Jagarowi with games for all age groups. For more information, visit the website at www.http:// jakarta-komodos.com/ and on Facebook at You can also watch a video of the Kranggan kidsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; trip to Singapore here: https://youtu.be/00qiVJKrGeU Michael Hawkins

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EASTER EGG SURPRISE If you tuned into our story in the March edition of Grapevine, you may recall that it was all about ‘Easter in Jakarta’; in particular where to source your Easter goodies (eggs, cakes, hampers etc.) If you celebrated, we hope your Easter was full of happiness, reflection and (hopefully) shared with family and special friends too. With Easter now behind us, perhaps you are feeling a little like us - a nagging sense of guilt due to over-indulging in a little too much chocolate and a resulting desire to add a healthier ‘treat’ option to your repertoire. Moreover, you may even have a glut of chocolate left over that could become more enticing with a bit of ‘reworking’. Whether these scenarios relate to you or not, we do hope you enjoy the following delicious recipes. Selamat Makan! Best wishes Jo and Liz

Recipe #1 :

Recipe #2 :

Cacao + Coconut Energy Balls

Rocky Road

(Makes: 20 pieces)

(Original recipe by Mark LaBrooy and Darren Robertsons of ‘Three Blue Ducks’ Byron Bay, Australia)

Ingredients

100 g dates, pitted 100 g prunes, pitted 100 g coconut oil 200 g desiccated coconut 50 g chia seeds

50 g cacao powder 1 tbsp maca powder (optional) 3½ tbsp cacao nibs 1 tbsp honey

Method

1. Add the dates, prunes and coconut oil to a blender and process until a smooth paste forms. 2. Add the date paste to a large bowl with half the desiccated coconut and the remaining ingredients. 3. Using your hands, mix until the ingredients are well combined and then roll into walnut-sized balls. 4. Roll the balls in the remaining desiccated coconut and refrigerate for approximately one hour to firm up. And here you have it...delicious chocolatey goodness!

Cooks's notes

I roughly chopped the dates and prunes before I placed them into the blender. The energy ball formula is sticking power + healthy base + extra flavour, so it's easy to substitute ingredients. So you could include oats, nut pastes, raw nuts & seeds, dried fruit and sweeteners. The Cacao + Coconut Energy Balls will keep up to two weeks in the fridge. Mine never last that long! You can also freeze Cacao + Coconut Energy Balls for up to three months. Ingredient Suppliers and Stockists • Bless Nature's Best - for cacao power, cacao nibs, chia seeds and maca powder • Burgreens - for chia seeds, nut pastes • Club Sehat Healthy Grocery Store - for chia seeds and nuts • Javara Indigenous Indonesia - for local honey, cacao nibs, cashew butter, raw nuts

Ingredients

600 grams milk chocolate 300 grams marshmallows (chopped) 150 grams chopped jelly lollies (eg: snakes, jelly babies etc.) 100 grams roughly chopped unsalted peanuts 1/2 cup desiccated coconut

Method

1. Mix all ingredients together except chocolate. 2. Gently melt the chocolate and pour into dry ingredients. 3. Mix thoroughly, coating all ingredients. 4. Press mixture into a lined tin. 5. Refrigerate for a few hours. 6. Cut into small pieces and store in airtight container (in the fridge).

Cook’s Notes

Why not vary the recipe by adding dark chocolate and replacing the unsalted peanuts with a mixture of oven-roasted almonds and oven-roasted pistachios Try replacing some of the jelly lollies with a handful of dried cranberries

We’re Liz and Jo. We’re friends. Together we share a blog about our journeys and adventures in Jakarta, our appreciation of the local People and their unique stories, what we are loving right now in Home & Design, The Jakarta Lifestyle and our passion for Food; to make, grow and to find. ajourneybespoke.com

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FOCUS ON BRITAIN

FOCUS ON BRITAIN The Grapevine team takes a look at the stories making the news in the UK

Mercian Regiment Welcomes Baa-rilliant Mascot Private Derby XXXI (31st) was chosen by the Duke of Devonshire from his flock at Chatsworth in Derbyshire, and he has reported for duty to his new base at RHQ Mercian, Lichfield. He is the latest in a long line of regimental mascots, with the first ram taken by soldiers of the 95th (Derbyshire) Regiment of Foot during the 1858 Indian Mutiny Campaign. That ram marched nearly 3,000 miles with the regiment and was at six battles, in 1862 earning the Indian Mutiny Medal. Derby XXXI replaces Derby XXX, who was promoted to Lance Corporal in September but died just months later. Like many rams, he lives on grass and hay but he is officially classed as a soldier, with an ID card and Army number, and even draws a wage for his rations. He will bear medals earned by his predecessors, including a General Service Medal 1962 with the clasp of Northern Ireland, two Jubilee medals and a recent Op Tosca (Cyprus) medal. On his forehead he wears a silver plate which is embossed with the regimental cap badge, along with silver protectors on the tips of his horns. He now begins a long list of official duties, helping form a guard of honour for a rugby game between Worcester Warriors and Sale Sharks at Sixways Stadium in Worcester. He will also be trained to lead soldiers on parade, march out players at the home of Derby County FC and attend regimental occasions. Private Derby XXXI is among three mascots serving with the 3rd (UK) Division – which incorporates the Mercian Regiment – including a drum horse called Dudley with The Queen’s Royal Hussars and a regimental goat in 1st Battalion The Royal Welsh.

Couples to get free IVF if they persuade a friend to donate sperm Couples will be offered free IVF treatment if they can persuade a friend to donate sperm under a new scheme designed to encourage more men to become sperm donors following a national shortage. Fertility regulator rules mean clinics are not allowed to pay sperm donors, and men currently receive just £35 towards expenses. However, Bourn Hall, which operates in Cambridge, Colchester and Norwich, has become the only fertility clinic in the country effectively offering thousands of pounds of free treatment for the family and friends of men who will donate. The fertility company claims that it has changed its policy after conducting a survey which showed most men donate sperm for purely altruistic reasons. Previously, free IVF treatment has only been available for sperm or egg sharers. But since a change in the law, which allows the children of sperm donors to find out who their biological father is at the age of 18, clinics have struggled to tempt enough men through the doors.

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FOCUS ON BRITAIN Massive sculpture relocated because people busy texting kept walking into it A massive 20ft statue of two clasped hands has had to be relocated after people texting on their mobile phones kept walking into it. The sculpture, called The Kiss, was only put in place last weekend, but within days those in charge of the exhibition noticed walkers on the path were bumping their heads as they walked through the archway underneath. Artist Sophie Ryder, who designed the sculpture, posted a video of it being moved by a crane on her Facebook page. The artwork was positioned on a path leading up to Salisbury Cathedral in Wiltshire. Made from galvanised steel wire, The Kiss had a 6ft 4in gap underneath the two hands that pedestrians could walk through. But Ms Ryder said people glued to their phones had not seen it coming.

A bizarre guide has been issued to officers in the Met in a bid to target the ‘blobby bobby’ crisis

Overweight police officers in Britain’s biggest force have been told to lose weight by moving furniture around, washing windows, tobogganing and building a snowman. The tips are contained in a five-point fitness plan issued to the Metropolitan Police’s 31,400 officers this month in staff magazine The Job. The guide was compiled by the Met’s new fitness guru, Sean Burgess, a former NHS nurse and safety advisor to BP who is now the force’s head of occupational health. The five-point plan is introduced to officers in jokey style, in a piece which begins: “Exercise? Who has time for it?” It then recommends: “Chores! Many household jobs involve moving, stretching, lifting and carrying.” It goes on to suggest taking up sport and walking the dog, before adding: “Have a trampoline in the garden or basketball net.” Finally, officers are advised: “Have snowball fights, build a snowman or do some tobogganing.” Some 382 Met cops failed fitness tests from December 2014 to December 2015, according to figures published this week. A total of 25,013 were tested. Official guidelines released by the Yard show those who fail at the first attempt are given a six to 10-week physical training programme ahead of a re-test. Officers can fail three further tests before they are recommended for dismissal.

‘Tuneless Choir’ for people who can’t sing plans to hold first concert They are hoping to raise the roof at their first concert – but they might shatter a few windows too. A new choir set up exclusively for self-professed terrible singers is aiming to stage its first performance this summer. The ‘Tuneless Choir’ in Nottingham has recruited dozens of people who cannot carry a tune in a bucket, but still want to enjoy the positive effects of singing. It was started by Nadine Cooper, 48, who always longed to be part of a musical group but did not have the courage because she could not sing in tune. Her self-consciousness began as a child after a school teacher said her singing was so bad she was spoiling it for other people. But no singer is too tone deaf for her new ensemble, which now has about 50 members. In fact, singers who become too talented will be asked to leave the group. The choir meets weekly to practise and they hope to give their first concert in the summer with covers of pop hits including Abba and Queen. The songs have been specially selected to cater to the limited abilities of the group.

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BWA Golf

organizes two golf tournaments

every year. The first to be held April 20th and the latter in October, in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The BWA annual golf tournament held in Spring has been a tradition for many years now. This would be a good quiz question, “How long has BWA been organizing the Spring golf tournament?” That question is worth investigating and the answer will be revealed after the competition. BWA Golf inspires new and social golfers to compete; to get caught up in the heat of competition, enjoy their team’s greatest moments and gain a little more confidence in themselves. It’s no wonder that BWA Golf is enjoyed by women of all skill levels and handicaps. Ask anyone who played last year. And thanks to our amazing 2016 sponsors so far, the fun is gonna be huge this year: Matoa Golf & Country Club, Eastern Promise, Santa Fe, Hotel Kristal, Alila, Accel Golf, Turkuaz, Spalosophy, The Upper Crust, LeQuartier & Le Bon Vivant, Feliz, Burger King, NF Salon, Murphy’s, Petty Elliot, Tori Golf, Slim Gourmet . . . . . and the list is growing.

This year’s theme is

Loudest Legs

Just as the name suggests, we are encouraging ladies to wear their brightest, craziest or design color in skirt, pants, shorts, socks, leggins or tights! Check out the website, FB and email announcements containing more information. Registration forms are available at BWA House, as well as some sample shirt sizes. Happy Golfing! Debbie 08111752769 BWA Golf Organizer golf@bwajakarta.org

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PILATES

“In ten sessions you’ll feel the difference, in twenty you’ll see the difference and in thirty you’ll have a new body” — Joseph Pilates Question: What is Pilates?

Pilates is a full-body exercise system that uses a series of machines and exercises. It works the entire body, both the right and left sides, in unison. It focuses primarily on what Joseph Pilates called the "powerhouse" or your ”core”, the group of muscles that begins two inches below your navel, goes two inches above your navel and then wraps completely around your front and your back-kind of like a corset. Building strength from the inside out, rebalancing the body and bringing it into correct alignment. It helps to reshape your body, which will become longer, leaner and more toned. It will also improve your posture, achieving the perfect balance between strength and flexibility, and it is a great way to relieve unwanted stress and tension. Perfect for athletes looking to enhance their performance and avoid risk of injury, it is also ideal for first-time exercisers. Its slow, controlled approach means that is gives much longer-term results. It is especially recommended by medical specialists for those with back problems. With Pilates, no matter what exercise you're doing, you are focusing on this powerhouse area. Question 2: Is Pilates a cardiovascular workout?

Initially the workout is slow moving because everything is being explained to you. Eventually, once you learn the workout and you're going through the motions, it becomes aerobic. You can get a cardiovascular workout when you're on the equipment and working on an advanced level because it's more physical. You have to work towards it, but Pilates can be cardiovascular. Question 3: Many claim that Pilates reshapes the body. How does it do this? It comes from using the powerhouse and really focusing on and strengthening the abdominal wall, teaching it to lay flat and be strong. If the stomach is sticking out, you're going to train it to stick out. In Pilates you're always thinking of this inward pull as if the navel is going in towards the spine and then lifting up slightly, pulling all of your abdominal wall very flat. You also make long, fluid, larger motions that lengthen and stretch the muscles. If you're consistent with it and make a commitment to yourself, you can see a change in your body. Question 4: Pilates machines look like torture devices! Why would I want to get on something like that? 26

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Some Pilates equipment can look like some kind of medieval torture device, which is ironic because it makes you feel so good! The most commonly used pieces are the reformer, the cadillac and the mat, but there are several other small pieces of equipment, too. The reformer is a rectangular frame with four legs and a cushioned mat, or carriage, that slides back and forth on wheels with the resistance of springs and pulleys. The cadillac is a trapeze-like table that's 26 inches off the floor and has a canopy from which a trapeze, springs and pulleys hang. Finally, there's the mat — the ideal apparatus for Pilates because there's nothing helping you. It's only you, your body weight and your alignment making the exercises fluid, controlled and precise. Question 5: Mat Pilates vs equipment pilates, which is better?

While both mat and reformer classes can offer results, it is arguable whether one is considered better than the other for beginner students. Any specific beginner class, whether mat or reformer, should offer basic understanding that can be applied to both. The benefits of Pilates mat classes are that it’s accessible, affordable, requires little equipment and can be done in the comfort of your own home. Reformer is great for people that don’t yet have a strong enough core to perform the ‘pilates mat series of exercises’, or are injured or of ‘special populations’. Reformer benefits include more total body strength training, more variations on the classic exercises, a more functional approach that benefits your daily life activities, and generally more one-on-one attention. Question 6: How can beginners get the most benefit from Pilates?

Be consistent, especially in the beginning. Don't just try it once. Give it a few shots and do it in succession. Make it your reward, your break from a hectic day. Also, listen to your body and really concentrate — it makes for a better workout. Someone once said that you need to "arrive" for Pilates, meaning you have to be there mentally as well as physically. To get the most out of Pilates, you have to be very present. Your body and mind will thank you. BWA Team

BOOK REVIEWS

Daughters of Iraq By Revital Shiri-Horowitz Daughters of Iraq is a fictional story of three women from the same Jewish Iraqi family. It is a story of emigration seen through the eyes of two of the women and one who is first-generation Israeli. Sisters Farida and Violet’s family were forced to leave Iraq because of their religion. They went from a life of luxury in Baghdad to living in tents in Israel. This all happened during the early 1950s, shaping their lives and changing them forever. Noa, Violet’s daughter, has also been affected by this event, and her mother and aunt’s stories shape the way she makes decisions in modern day Israel. The story is told in different formats. Violet, one of the two sisters and Noa’s mother, died when Noa was young after a lengthy bout with cancer. She left a diary with her husband for her two children to read when the father felt they were old enough to deal with it – this is one thread of the book. Violet’s sister, Farida, speaks in her own words, describing her surroundings and feelings, while Noa, now a university student, goes through a spiritual journey, deeply affected by her mother’s diary, dealing with love, loss and looking for meaning in life. This is a part of modern history I knew nothing about – a good and interesting read.

Secrets of the Sea House By Elizabeth Gifford In 1860, Alexander Ferguson, a newly ordained vicar and amateur evolutionary scientist, takes up his new parish, a poor, isolated patch on the remote Scottish island of Harris. He hopes to uncover the truth behind the legend of the selkies – mermaids or seal people – who have been sighted off the north of Scotland for centuries. He has a more personal motive, too. Family legend has it that Alexander himself is descended from seal men. As he struggles to be the good pastor he was called to be, his maid Moira faces the terrible eviction of her family by Lord Marstone, whose family owns the island. Their time on the island will irrevocably change the course of both their lives, but the white house on the edge of the dunes keeps its silence long after they are gone. It will be more than a century before the Sea House reluctantly gives up its secrets. Ruth and Michael buy the grand but dilapidated building and begin to turn it into a home for the family they hope to have. Their dreams are marred by a shocking discovery. The tiny bones of a baby are buried beneath the house: the child’s fragile legs are fused together – a mermaid child? Who buried the bones? And why? To heal her own demons, Ruth feels she must uncover the secrets of her new home but the answers to her questions may lie in her own traumatic past. This was a really good book – I thoroughly enjoyed it! Jane Llewellyn

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Workshop & Competition

BWA House - Coffee Morning Tuesday, 5 April 2016 10:00 AM

Workshop Host: James de Rave, aka Porcelain Daddy • Learn helpful tips & tricks that will earn you praise at your next dinner party. • Back at home, take a pic of your work, and the submission with the most panache and personality will win a complete set of premium tableware from Saint James. • Wow! - A luxurious & enviable gift valued at Rp. 9million• Don’t miss this opportunity to sharpen your styling skills and win an incredible new collection of top shelf chinaware. • This event is a style concept proudly brought to you by Porcelain Daddy and generously supported by the good people at Saint James and TanaMera Coffee. • Each guest who attends this Coffee Morning will receive two secret bonuses to be unveiled on the day of the event.

Young children? Want to know… Schools and sport Where can I buy? Keeping them busy

Family Guide to Jakarta is available as a book (great for the car) and now on the internet at http://www.familyguidetojakarta.com

See you at BWA House!

THE EXPLORERS INFORMATION FOR EXPATRIATES IN JAKARTA

http://www.expat.or.id

at The Indonesian Heritage Society meet on Wednesdays for tours, talks, taking part in Indonesian daily activities. Join one of several groups who meet weekly, fortnightly or monthly Can’t make Wednesdays? Explorers also has a monthly Saturday group. Sessions start in September, February and June.

www.heritagejkt.org for more information YAYASAN WISMA CHESHIRE A Home in Cilandak, South Jakarta for 30 paraplegics of both sexes and any religion. Wisma Cheshire is part of the British worldwide Leonard Cheshire Disability organisation. VOLUNTEERS ARE ALWAYS NEEDED to help with Woodwork, Handicrafts, stock taking and admin. It need take no more than a few hours of your time each week and is rewarding and interesting work. Please contact: Petty Elliott 0816 922 099

explorers@heritagejkt.org or call 021 2572 5870 The IHS is a non-profit organization offering the opportunity to learn more about cultural heritage of Indonesia.

What’s new? Latest business, social & sporting Events: www.whatsnewjakarta.com

www.indonesiaexpat.biz Business, Lifestyle and Outreach News for Expats Grapevine / March 2016

CLASSIFIED THE LOYAL SOCIETIES

Bali private villa in the ricefields

JAVA ST ANDREW SOCIETY www.javastandrewsociety.com ST DAVID’S SOCIETY heather.wyn@gmail.com ST GEORGE’S SOCIETY www.stgeorgesjakarta ST PATRICK’S SOCIETY www.stpatricksjakarta.org Jakarta Animal Aid Network (JAAN)

JAAN works on Improving Animal Welfare in Indonesia through various Wildlife and Domestic Animal Protection, Rescue, Rehabilitation and Education Programs. If you’re interested in Adopting a stray dog or cat, Volunteering at the shelter, Sponsoring an Animal or making a Donation, please visit JAAN’s office at Kemang Timur 17A and/or website at www. Jakartaanimalaid.com. Thank you.

BWA SERVICES / FOR HIRE

Support BWA and its charities by renting the ’Geraldine Johnson Wheelchair’ Also available at the BWA House are a pair of Crutches. Contact BWA House or bwa@bwajakarta.org Baby travel cot for hire Rp200,000 donation per week or part of a week.

BWA HOUSE HIRE: Having a party? The BWA House is availabe to both members and non-members for a very reasonable fee. You get the use of the House, tables, chairs, napkins, crockery, cutlery, and also staff to help with the cleaning up! Children's parties, evening events, all needs catered to. Please contact housemanager@bwajakarta.org GOT ANY ODDS AND ENDS? If you’re leaving and want to get rid of odds and ends which threaten to overload your container, do consider donating to the BWA. Items can either be sold in the thrift shop, or donated to one of the numerous projects that we support. We can always find a home for items in good condition such as used towels and bedding, clothes (sorted into male/female/ adult/children), tinned or dried food, medicines, eyeglasses, hearing aids, toys, cleaning products, pots and pans and even old Christmas cards and foreign stamps. All proceeds go to the BWA and its charities.

REGULAR BWA activities monday: bahasa Lessons (beg/med) Tuesday: Coffee Mornings (Great British Coffee Morning first Tues of the month with vendors etc) Wednesday: Canasta, 10am at the BWA house. Please contact Tish, or 0816767768 or Jenny, 08121002965. Thursday: Playgroup (9:30), Mah Jong Would you like to set up an activity? Contact chairwoman@bwajakarta.org

Villa Damee, Ubud is a splendid place to chill out and recharge the batteries. A private 3-bed, 3-bath, beautifully designed luxury villa set in the ricefields located in an ancient Balinese village and only 4.5 kms out of Ubud. This beautiful villa comes complete with a villa cook, AC and wi-fi. Breakfast included. The villa has a huge pool, free complimentary village tour and guided walk to the beautiful pristine river adjoining the villa with hidden temples in the rocks. www.villadamee.com

Useful Numbers / Websites

British Embassy, Jakarta

2356 5200

Emergency Numbers Police Fire Ambulance

110 113 118 / 119

Medical International SOS Jl Rambu 10, Cipete

750 5973 (office) 750 6001 (24 hr emergencies)

Global Doctors 719 4565 Jl Kemang Raya 87, Kemang 718 2029 (24 hr call centre) Rumah Sakit Pondok Indah Jl Metro Duta Kav UE, Pondok Indah

765 7525

Metropolitan Medical Centre 520 3435 (24 hrs) Jl HR Rasuna Said Kav C-21, Kuningan Medic One Jl Prapanca Raya 6A, Jakarta 12160 Schools Australian Independent School British School Jakarta Jakarta Intercultural School

725 9111

717 90437 745 1670 769 2555

Taxis Silver Bird/Blue Bird

794 1234

Travel Soekarno-Hatta International Airport www.jakartaairportonline.com

550 5179

Information/Departures/Arrivals www.jakartaairportonline.com/flight-status-arrivals-departures

Indonesian Yellow Pages

http://www.yellowpages.co.id/index.aspx Grapevine / March 2016

FEATURE

A Month of Meat-Free Mondays Nutritional research suggests that our western diet contains too much meat and health risks with excessive meat consumption, particularly red meat, which contains high levels of saturated fat may include heart and kidney disease, osteoporosis and cancer. Processed meats often contain nitrate, a preservative that may become carcinogenic when heated to high temperatures during cooking. Meat may also contain high levels of hormones, which can trigger reproductive problems and early-onset puberty. The recommended daily amount of meat per person is five to six ounces. Alternative sources of protein include beans, pulses whole grains with nuts, seeds, eggs and soy foods also being good choices. Fish and seafood do not carry quite the same risks as meat, being lower in saturated fats and cholesterol. My household tries to adhere to a Meat-Free Monday philosophy. It’s an easy ritual to introduce into your weekly meal plan for those who, like me, are not ready to turn to a full vegetarian diet but would nonetheless like to cut down on meat. I have found searching for tasty recipes interesting and fun and even my husband, a committed carnivore, has started to look forward to Monday evening’s surprise offering. Here are two of my favourite tried & trusted recipes, to kick start your Meat-Free Mondays. They are all easy and use ingredients that are normally readily available here in Jakarta. Karen Turner

Mexican Eggs

Melanzane alla Parmigiana

1 onion, finely chopped ½ teaspoon ground cumin Chili powder to taste 10-12 tomatoes, diced 1 can black beans (or red kidney beans) Red Pepper, finely chopped 6 jalapenos, chopped Couple of handfuls of fresh coriander, coarsely pulled 4 eggs Grated cheese (Cheddar, Monteray Jack etc.) Salt & pepper to taste

2 cloves garlic, chopped 6 tablespoons of olive oil 2 x 400g cans of chopped tomatoes 2 tablespoons tomato puree 4 aubergines (aka eggplants) sliced lengthwise & angled A handful of fresh basil leaves 1 cup Parmesan cheese 1 egg Mozarella cheese Pinch of sugar Salt & pepper

• Preheat the oven to 200 degrees • Fry the onion and red pepper • Stir in the chili powder, cumin, salt & pepper • Add the tomatoes, jalapenos & beans • Stir through some of the coriander • Place the mixture in either individual ovenproof dishes or a large one. • Make a small well in the centre of the bean mixture and crack an egg into it • Build the tomato/bean mixture up around the edges • Put dish (es) into the oven for approximately 5 minutes depending on how soft you like your eggs (best with soft yolks) • Sprinkle over extra coriander & the grated cheese • Grill for a further 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling • Sprinkle top with coriander

• Heat oven to 200c • Fry the garlic in some of the olive oil • Add tomatoes, herbs, salt & pepper and simmer for about 8 minutes • Brush the aunbergines with olive oil and grill for about 3 minutes each side • Lay some aubergines in the bottom of a greased ovenproof dish • Spoon some of the sauce on top • Sprinkle some Mozarella over the sauce • Place some torn basil leaves on top of the cheese • Continue building layers, seasoning as you go • Mix the egg and the Parmesan together well • Pour over the top of the aubergines • Bake for about 20 minutes until bubbling & top turns slightly golden

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Serve with a rocket/mixed leaf salad with balsamic dressing & garlic bread

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