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How Trash is Hampering Indonesian Tourism SMEs Catch a Boost from the Budding Travel Sector Tips for Adventurers in Remote Indonesia

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FEATURE STORY Trash-Tinted Goggles: Mountains of Garbage Overshadow Indonesia's Ambitious Tourism Plans

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BUSINESS The Growth of Indonesia's Travel Sector Spells Bright Future for SMEs

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BUSINESS PROFILE The Man Behind the Curtain of Royal Ambarrukmo Yogyakarta

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TRAVEL Five Fantastic Eastern Indonesian Holiday Destinations

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INFO FOR EXPATS Six Tips for Expats Travelling to Remote Areas of Indonesia

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SCAMS IN THE CITY Taking Leaf of Their Sanity

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With all the holidays and off days we’ve had in the past two months, you’ve probably packed up your bags for a long weekend and absconded with your friends to one of Indonesia’s many hidden tourism gems at one point or another.

In the eyes of the rest of the world, tourism in Indonesia may start and end with Bali. But those of us who live here know better! I will say it’s an interesting time to be auditing the archipelago’s tourism industry, especially with the US$3 billion Mandalika resort mega-project on Lombok ambitiously slated to roll out infrastructure such as an electric train, solar power plants, water treatment facilities and freshly paved roads on the island.

As part of our “Travel Issue,” we've got some great stories for you this time.

With Lombok taking centre stage, Angela Jelita is back with some tough love for the island’s Mount Rinjani, focusing on how trash is hampering the mountain’s tourism appeal internationally. Sharon Hambali explores via interview about how small- and medium-sized businesses can truly capitalize on the nation’s growing tourism sector, but she also shares tips for expats who decide to venture into the country’s remote regions. Grace Susetyo highlights some off-thebeaten-path Eastern Indonesian getaways, while Ani Suswantoro pulls back the curtain on some of Indonesia’s oldest texts and what they mean for the local culture today.

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Wherever your travels take you this year, we hope you will continue to help drive Indonesia’s tourism space forward by educating those who’ve never been here about all the great places this archipelago has to offer.

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Trash-Tinted Goggles: Mountains of Garbage Overshadow Indonesia’s Ambitious Tourism Plans A sprawling archipelago of white sandy beaches, towering active volcanoes, seas abundant with marine life, rich rainforests, and dozens of ethnic cultures, it’s easy to see the traveller’s allure of visiting Indonesia. But even the most pristine of tourist attractions have a dirty little secret.

By Angela Jelita Anyone who has spent time travelling through Indonesia will tell you there are countless beautiful places to explore. They will also tell you that challenges in the industry abound, including infrastructure and environmental issues, with the most noticeable being the problem of waste.

country’s highest volcano, peaking at 3,726 metres above sea level, can see 2,000 visitors on its slopes per month. Although the views from the summit into the caldera are stunning, and worth the hard work it takes to get to the top, the extremely littered trails and campsites are creating a negative image and could destroy the industry.

Indonesia has ambitious goals of reaching 20 million tourists by the year 2019, a leap of 8 million from last year’s target. In 2015, tourism contributed 9.6 percent of the country’s gross domestic product (GDP), following behind the country’s main earners of coal, oil, gas and palm oil. Minister of Tourism Arief Yahya plans for the tourism industry to have doubled the national GDP by 2019, to US$24 billion annually.

The Asian Development Bank has agreed to loan US$10 billion over the next five years to support these targets.

The Rinjani National Park is run by the government, and local guides who earn a living taking tourists up and down the mountain are complaining that the authorities are using the money for so-called ‘administrative’ costs in the capital. Each foreign visitor is required to pay Rp.150,000 (US$11) for the privilege of entering the park. If the Rinjani Trek Management Board (RTMB) collects Rp.150,000 from each foreign tourist, and an average of 2,000 climb the mountain in a month, that’s an income of Rp.300 million (US$22,000). It’s no wonder authorities are fighting over the funds.

In 2015, Indonesia was shamefully brandished with the ‘second largest polluter of plastic marine waste’ title, trailing only behind China, a nation that produces a third of the plastic garbage polluting the world’s oceans.

Plastic pollution is indeed a global problem, with an estimated 8 million tonnes being released into the oceans each year. Not only is the problem physically huge, like the Great Pacific Garbage Patch – a floating island of trash in the Pacific Ocean twice the size of France – but recent studies are finding health effects on human beings can now be seen on a microscopic level in the food chain. A group of experts confirmed contamination has been found in tens of thousands of organisms and in more than 100 species of marine life.

It’s clear that this money is not being used correctly to fund facilities, education campaigns or clean-ups.

American hiker Alice Richards climbed Rinjani in 2016 and was appalled by the amount of litter and lack of basic facilities like toilets. “I’ve hiked many trails,” she said, “but this is by far the dirtiest. I would never come back again!”

A Danish tourist expressed his dismay via Twitter at how much rubbish he had to clean up from a beach in Bali.

Oceans Deep

With Indonesia’s oceans boasting the highest levels of marine biodiversity in the world, as well as being one of the country’s primary tourist attractions, the government appears to have finally taken notice of the severity of the growing marine waste problem which could pose a threat to the country’s ambitious economic goals.

Luhut Pandjaitan, Indonesia’s Coordinating Minister for Maritime Affairs, recently announced a US$1 billion a year pledge to reduce litter in the waters during the 2017 World Oceans Summit in Bali.

By 2025, the government has grand plans to reduce the amount of marine waste by 70 percent.

Pandjaitan plans to do so through the creation of new industries that use biodegradable materials like seaweed and cassava as alternatives to plastic. He will also introduce a nationwide tax on plastic bags and a public education campaign. Although this is a positive step in the right direction, is it too little too late?

Many disgruntled tourists who have travelled from far to experience Indonesia’s beautiful beaches end up spending their holidays combing trash from the sand.

They can be seen turning to social media to express their dismay at the situation.

On April 20, holidaying Danish web developer Christian Hajdu shared his angst about how much garbage he picked up on a beach in Bali. “Imagine

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Rinjani's campsites are covered in litter (Image by Harry Vasiliadis)

When asked if he would return to Rinjani, Vasiliadis answered, “Yes, and I would still recommend people visit, but carrying big plastic bags with them to collect trash along the way.

coming half way across the world to realize a dream in paradise like a beautiful beach just to find it covered in plastic waste!” he tweeted.

Mountains Tall

Although we often hear stories in the media on the issue of marine debris in the archipelago, the problem can also be found towering above ground, on the country’s many mountaintops. Lombok’s Rinjani, the

Other tourists have taken it upon themselves to help fix the problem. Saverinjani.com is a website set up

by Greek tourist Harry Vasiliadis, who climbed the volcano in 2015. “I was shocked. Disgusted. Furious,” he tells Indonesia Expat. “My first reaction was that I did not want to sleep on top of trash – that was unacceptable.”

Upon reaching their second campsite, Vasiliadis and a group of around seven other hikers cleaned up the area and encouraged another group to do the same.

After speaking with their guide about the severity of the situation, they learned that many porters are not motivated to bring their garbage back down with them. Hikers should also share the responsibility, but it is often not the case, especially with local groups. Vasiliadis believes it comes down to a lack of education. “Not all hikers have the ‘hiking culture’ and understand the ‘leave only your footprints’ rule,” he says.

Vasiliadis’ website focuses on raising awareness to international hikers wishing to climb Lombok’s majestic volcano. As the park is soon to be awarded the title of a UNESCO World Heritage Park, he believes it will receive even more visitors, which would make the situation much worse. “We hope to be able to perform an eco-expedition, which would include a clean-up, discussions with local villagers and hiking professionals, and put pressure on local authorities to take action,” he said.

“The trash problem tainted my experience,” Vasiliadis added. “It’s the same everywhere where mass tourism does not go hand-in-hand with eco habits, infrastructure and government regulations.”

When asked if he would return to Rinjani, he answered, “Yes, and I would still recommend people visit, but carrying big plastic bags with them to collect trash along the way.”

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The Growth of Indonesia’s Travel Sector Spells Bright Future for SMEs “In the next five to ten years, we expect SMEs in Indonesia to be increasingly online and incorporating sophisticated technology into the way they provide and deliver products and services,” Balawan said.

Skyscanner recently partnered with Bang Joni, a LINE app-based chatbot, to provide domestic travellers with a whole new experience in searching for and booking tickets.

“These days, we can hardly escape from the internet and mobile. This has enabled Indonesian travellers to be savvier and better informed when making decisions as they will research, compare and plan their trips online,” he added. “They want to have the independence to plan their own vacations, and they are always looking for the best promo fares and cheapest prices.”

While Skyscanner is just one online travel startup attacking Indonesia’s travel sector growth, there are many more that span other parts of the value chain.

Some popular names at the intersection of tech and travel in the archipelago include the likes of behemoth online travel agencies such as Traveloka and Tiket. com but also newer accommodation and experience names like ZenRooms, PegiPegi, MisterAladdin and Travelio.

By Sharon Hambali According to global research firm McKinsey, Indonesia is among the fastest growing emerging markets in the world today, with a budding middle class that is gaining more disposable income on average each year. Indonesia's economy could become the world's seventh largest by 2030, up from 16 th today.

The country is made up of more than 17,000 islands.

Each island has its own potential for business and tourism and for the past few years, the tourism sector in the country has seen steady growth. So how can local businesses truly capitalize on Indonesia’s travel sector growth? Some stakeholders recommend striking while the iron is hot.

Skyscanner is a global travel search company, providing a free online search engine for flights, hotels and car hires around the world. Founded in 2003, the tech company is available in 30 languages and helps more than 60 million people each month find travel options.

According to Skyscanner Country Marketing Manager for Indonesia Yulianto Balawan, the Indonesian Tourism Board has successfully managed promotion of the country through focusing on its natural landscapes and beautiful beaches.

According to government figures, inbound tourism continues to rise in Indonesia. After reaching over 8 million visitors in 2015, the number grew by another 9 percent the following year with the government now targeting 15 million foreign visitors in 2017.

The booming tourism sector is a win for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), explains Balawan, as visitors bring with them new opportunities.

“For instance, customized activity packages that cater to specific segments, such as couples and newlyweds, families, adventurers and others will see growth from increased inbound traffic. SMEs such as local travel agencies could potentially offer multiple packages that suit different segments,” Balawan told Indonesia Expat.

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Indonesia's travel and tourism sector accounts for at least 4 percent of the country's GDP, coming from both SMEs and larger companies. By 2019, the government has targeted a rise in GDP contribution to 8 percent, which translates into Rp.320 trillion (US$24 billion) overall.

SMEs can also provide services offering a variety of local experiences, including local cuisine cooking classes, dancing courses or private tours led by guides trained in multiple foreign languages.

SMEs Born Online

Another trend that has been growing rapidly in Indonesia is the phenomenon of travel SMEs being born and thriving on the web alone, with no brickand-mortar shops to speak of. The second largest accounting firm in the world, Deloitte, mentioned that 36 percent of SMEs in Indonesia are still offline, while 37 percent are in fact internet-based.

While there are no official figures on how much SMEs have contributed so far to Indonesia's gross domestic product (GDP) in 2017, CNN Indonesia found that in 2016, SMEs accounted for 60.34 percent of GDP, up from 57.84 percent the previous year. Year on year, the 5.76 percent growth represented an added value of Rp.641.8 trillion (US$48.7 billion).

In the 15 SME subsectors, food and beverage businesses recorded the greatest contribution to GDP with a value of Rp.209 trillion (US$15.6 billion).

Currently, Indonesia's travel and tourism sector accounts for at least 4 percent of the country's GDP, coming from both SMEs and larger companies.

By 2019, the government has targeted a rise in GDP contribution to 8 percent, which translates into Rp.320 trillion (US$24 billion) overall.

Tourism Minister Arief Yahya wants the sector to be Indonesia's largest foreign exchange earner by 2019.

Balawan pointed to the growing middle class along with the archipelago's many popular tourism sites as two key indicators that the local travel space should continue to show healthy growth annually.

“This can be observed from the rising number of SMEs in the travel and tourism industry coupled with the mushrooming growth of airlines. We are certainly excited about the prospects of Indonesia’s travel industry and will continue to innovate so as to provide the best travel solutions for local travellers,” he added.

All of this paints a bright picture for current and potential SME operators planning to invest further in Indonesia's travel and tourism sector. Further research, as well as networking with fellow SMEs and utilizing data should help entrepreneurs optimize their businesses in the booming segment.

“Always be creative in finding organic growth. Also be innovative in utilizing the available technology to increase productivity,” Balawan recommended. “Last but not least, always be solving the user’s problems.”

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The Man Behind the Curtain of Royal Ambarrukmo Yogyakarta The Central Bureau of Statistics shows Yogyakarta as the country's top travel destination in recent years.

The number of tourist arrivals to the province grew by more than 130 percent in 2016. Here’s how Ian Cameron, General Manager of Royal Ambarrukmo Yogyakarta, found himself ahead of the curve.

By Leighton Cosseboom According to Global Business Guide Indonesia, despite a cooling economy in Indonesia and around the world, Southeast Asia's biggest country continues to pull in a growing number of tourists from around the world.

Simultaneously, locals themselves are travelling in the archipelago like never before.

Having worked in hotels and served as general manager at a range of top-notch resorts in Bali such as SwissBelhotel International in Pecatu, Ramada Resort and Grand Aston in Nusa Dua and Centra Taum in

“Even then I knew I wanted to work in the Far East, I didn’t know why particularly, other than the fact that better service was possible in hotels here,” explained Cameron. “I started then to write letters to hotels in Asia applying for positions. Email wasn’t around then so it was old fashioned mail by post, and it was nice to get back the responses – even though they were rejections due to lack of any overseas experience – on good quality hotel letterhead from places such as Hong Kong, Singapore and others, then considered very exotic places to travel to.”

In April, President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo expressed his belief that Yogyakarta’s tourism sector holds great potential. The national strategy and Yogyakarta's economic program aim to focus on developing tourism and the province’s creative industry. According to the Central Bureau of Statistics, Yogyakarta was the country's top travel destination in 2016. The number of tourist arrivals to the province spiked by more than 130 percent during a one-year period.

But after tourists and business travellers have done what they need to in Jakarta and Bali, the next place they will inevitably focus on is Yogyakarta in Central Java. This is a bet that Ian Cameron, the General Manager at Royal Ambarrukmo Yogyakarta, is willing to make.

“I first came to Indonesia to work some 27 years ago.

I spent three years in Bali then at a hotel in Legian.

This was a time when Bali was very different from now.

I have worked in Thailand, Egypt, Singapore, South Korea, last in the Philippines before returning to Bali for four years and then moving to Yogyakarta just over a year ago,” the expat recalled.

Having taken to the industry from a young age like a duck to water, Cameron attended hotel school in Edinburgh for four years and eventually set his sights on Asia.

According to the general manager, Yogyakarta’s hotel industry outlook is an encouraging one. He highlighted the city’s soon-to-open international airport, adding that it will potentially expand the market in new and exciting ways.

As a result, the demand for hotel accommodations is poised to increase significantly in the coming years as more leisure travellers and business folks come to the country. Increased trade integration in ASEAN and more affordable airfares are a bonus for hotels and hospitality businesses in Indonesia. This should help the sector overcome challenges of oversupply in some areas, such as Bali.

Royal Ambarrukmo is one of the few five-star hotels in the city, and Cameron has been overseeing the operation for nearly a year and a half. Prior to serving as the general manager for the premium venue in Yogyakarta, the Scotland native spent most of his life travelling the world in the hospitality business.

dynamic of working with others at the hotel and also being a part of creating the magic that guests feel, or certainly should feel, when they experience a hotel or restaurant.”

I enjoyed the dynamic of working with others at the hotel and also being a part of creating the magic that guests feel, or certainly should feel, when they experience a hotel or restaurant.

Seminyak, it seems evident that Cameron is a bona fide lifer in Indonesia’s resort hierarchy. He recalls his first encounter with the hospitality business: “When I was 12 years old I took my first holiday job in a hotel, close to where I lived in Scotland, in the kitchen doing the washing up and then as a waiter. I enjoyed the

In January of 2017, the tourism ministry predicted that by 2020, Indonesia’s tourism sector will become the biggest revenue contributor for the country at large.

With more than 47,000 local and foreign tourists arriving at the Gunung Kidul District in the Special Region of Yogyakarta (just one of the province’s several tourist attractions) for Easter weekend in April, the ministry’s prediction doesn’t seem too far-fetched.

The accelerated growth of tourism and business travel in Yogyakarta is plain to see in 2017, as a variety of starred hotels have recently cropped up to compete with Royal Ambarrukmo, including names like Meliá, Adonara Group and the 150-room Royal Kraton. However, as an early mover in the province’s budding tourism space, Cameron finds himself at the centre of a unique business intersection, one that is brimming with opportunity.

The general manager humbly added, “Indonesia is such a vast country with all sorts of different destinations and I do believe that Yogyakarta is a fantastic holiday destination in its own right.”

Garuda Loses US$99.1 Million in First Quarter of 2017 “The travel industry tended to slow down for the past five years and customer purchasing power grew weaker earlier this year, which has a direct effect on financial performance of the company,” said Mansury.

Indonesia's highest ranking airline, Garuda Indonesia, has posted a Rp.1.32 trillion (US$99.1 million) loss for the first quarter of the year, a disappointing follow up to 2016, a year in which the carrier reduced loses by 11.9 percent.

The company has outlined five strategic steps to tackle the problem, including reducing fleet costs and looking into route optimization. The company plans to review ten to 20 routes to be terminated based on flight load factors, Mansury said.

Garuda Indonesia President Director Pahala Mansury said there are several factors contributing to the loss this year. Operating costs have risen by 21.3 percent, including a 54 percent increase in fuel prices.

Spending on fuel during the first quarter of 2016 reached Rp.2.5 trillion (US$189.8 million), while in the same period this year it reached Rp.3.9 trillion (US$292.3 million).

“There has been an increase in fuel and other costs including service costs and the reservation system,” Mansury said during a press conference at the Garuda office on April 28.

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“We have more domestic routes. At least we would choose ten routes with load factors below 10 percent and five international routes that yield below 70 percent,” he added.

Additionally, costs from aircraft rentals increased from Rp.3.29 trillion (US$246.9 million) to Rp.3.43 trillion (US$257.4 million).

Possible increases in ticket prices and route changes have also been tipped, with an official announcement expected in the coming weeks.

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Grace Susetyo is a Jakarta-based freelance journalist. Having recently completed a Master of Development Studies, Grace’s research focused on indigenous identity and social capital in West Papua.

Five Fantastic Eastern Indonesian Holiday Destinations Text and images by Grace Susetyo The Indonesian archipelago, featuring 17,000 islands, has so much to offer insatiable adventurers. While more and more expat travellers are beginning to venture beyond Bali and Lombok, planning holidays in Eastern Indonesia can be tricky with the region's tourism industry still in its infancy and most information remaining offline.

But for those willing to make a leap of faith, rewarding experiences and unmatchable memories await. Eastern Indonesia is a vast playground of thrilling underwater escapes, unforgettable outdoor adventures and distinct historical cultures.

Don't forget to bring comfortable outdoor apparel and shoes, protective swimwear, a raincoat, sun protection, flashlights and extra batteries as well as plenty of cash.

Tentena, Central Sulawesi Lake Poso is home to tranquil white-sand shores, tall waterfalls, rich biodiversity hotspots and subterranean limestone catacombs housing human remains. Up in the Poso regency highlands, the Bada Valley is home to prehistoric anthropomorphic monoliths similar to those of Easter Island.

AROUND TENTENA: Hire a local fishing boat to go snorkelling or fishing in Lake Poso –stop by the Watu Ngonggi musical rocks. Swim in Pantai Siuri and the Saluopa Waterfalls. See the endemic black orchid at the Bancea Orchid Park. Trek the Latea River and cocoa plantations to get to the Latea Cave, the final resting place of local ancestors.

FURTHER AWAY: Move up to the Bada Valley for a tour of prehistoric monoliths. Ask your guide to finish with a trip to the local hot springs.

EAT: Woku sogili (Lake Poso eel wrapped in coconut leaf and spices). Tosu-tosu katue (grilled shellfish, similar to saté). Ituwu manu (chicken cooked in bamboo).

Soë, South Central Timor, NTT

FURTHER AWAY: Make a day trip to North Central Timor to visit Gua Maria Bitauni, a natural batcave with a shrine for Catholic devotions to Mother Mary, and Sonaf Insana, a Timorese royal palace with a history of postcolonial resurgence. By the East Timorese border in Belu, view both countries from the highlands of Fulan Fehan cactus forest and trek to the prehistoric Timorese amphitheatre Benteng Makës.

EAT: A complete meal of se’i babi (smoked pork), sate babi (pork saté), sup brenebon (bean soup in pork broth) and sayur bunga rampe (papaya flowers with bitter greens). Substitute rice with jagung bose (creamed corn with beans). Wash it down with sopi, the local sugarpalm wine.

HOW TO GET THERE: Daily flights into Kupang International Airport from Surabaya and Bali.

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Rising in popularity among expat travellers, Kalabahi is a balmy coastal town where tourism is discreetly present. Expect an intimate encounter with a multicultural Eastern Indonesian small town, underwater adventures brimming with local folklore and village communities eager to introduce you to their ancestral customs.

AROUND KALABAHI: Spend a day bumming around Batu Putih Beach. Dive and snorkel around Pulau Pura, Kepa or Ternate and visit the village to shop for naturally coloured ikat textiles bearing the turtle motif. Before watching the sunset at Alor Kecil, explore nearby historical sites such as the Dragon House of Baoraja, and Masjid Jami Babussholah which houses a Qur’an made of tree bark. Arrange welcoming ceremonies at Takpala and Monbang, the latter of which makes clothes out of an endemic wood bark. Visit the Museum 1,000 Moko to learn of the mysteries of moko, ornate copper drums believed to originate in Vietnam.

FURTHER AWAY: Take a dip in the Tuti Adagae Hot Springs in Northeast Alor. Trek the cliffs around Lingal beach in Southwest Alor. Cross over to Pantar Island and hike Mount Sirung to view volcanic craters and Alor from across the strait.

EAT: Cakalang kuah kuning (skipjack tuna in yellow soup). Sayur jantung pisang (banana flower curry).

The seaside restaurant Warung Mama is great for dining in or packing Indonesian picnic lunches. Make your own trail mix from jagung titi (corn flakes), kenari (local almonds), kue rambut (palmsugar noodle cookies) and cashews.

HOW TO GET THERE: Fly into Kalabahi via Kupang.

HOW TO GET THERE: Fly into Poso via Makassar or Palu. Rent a car to Tentena.

Proudly dubbed “the heart of Timor” by locals, Soe is situated at the foot of Mount Mutis, a major source for four major rivers which distribute water throughout Timor. If you don’t mind DIY adventures relying on the hospitality of locals, Soe makes a great base for long distance motorbike rides across mountains, horse ranches, coasts and pre-Indonesian cultural villages.

AROUND SOE: Take a scenic morning walk along the Oelbubuk intercity road. Trek the forests around the Oehala waterfall. Have a Dawan language interpreter take you to Boti, a secluded pre-Indonesian kingdom which still practices the Halaika religion and natural dye ikat weaving. Camp overnight at Kolbano beach and watch the sunrise the following morning. Stay at Lopo Mutis in Fatumnasi to arrange an excursion to the Bonsai Forest and Mount Mutis. Visit Fatu Naussus and learn about the indigenous resurgence that closed down a marble mine in 2006 under the leadership of Mama Aleta Baun.

Kalabahi, Alor, NTT

Makassar, South Sulawesi

Taliwang, West Sumbawa, NTB If your idea of a holiday includes secluded surf spots and adventure sports overlooking scenic landscapes, Taliwang may be worth a visit. With plans to open the Sekongkang Airport later this year, and the rise of homestays popular among foreign visitors, Taliwang may expect a rise in tourism in the coming years.

AROUND TALIWANG: Spend a day riding the waves at Sekongkang Beach or Kertasari Beach and have dinner at Maluk Beach. Ask your homestay in advance to help organize a paragliding excursion at the Mantar Highlands, or fly a drone from here. Jump into the waterhole at Tiu Kalela waterfall. Tour the Kemutar Telu Centre with a local guide to learn the history of Taliwang as a vassal state of the Sumbawa Sultanate.

Check out the local Main Jaran horse races.

FURTHER AWAY: Admire the island-studded seascapes from Poto Tano seaport. Trek the savannahs of Kenawa Island.

EAT: Sepat vegetable soup with grilled fish. Singgang (fish or prawn curry). Ayam Taliwang (grilled chicken).

Madu Sumbawa (wild honey) and susu kuda (horse's milk).

HOW TO GET THERE: Fly into Sumbawa Besar via Lombok. Rent a car to Taliwang or Sekongkang.

Once an important port of international trade, Makassar has become a modern waterfront city with a royal history of ancient globetrotting sailors and fiery colonial battles. Within an hour’s drive, discover the mountainous landscapes of Maros, the crisp seascapes beyond Losari Beach, places of cultural and historical interest and culinary adventures for carnivores.

AROUND MAKASSAR: Go snorkelling around Samalona Island and sandbathe on her white-sand beaches. Take a scenic boat ride to view the Karst Mountains of Rammang-Rammang. Go caving around Leang-Leang to see prehistoric cave paintings. Trek the Bantimurung waterfall and learn about British naturalist Alfred Russel Wallace’s legacy in the Bantimurung Butterfly Museum. Visit the musician Daeng Serang Dakko at his home studio in Sanggar Alam. Tour Fort Rotterdam for glimpses of Makassar’s royal past.

FURTHER AWAY: View the making of phinisi ships in Tanjung Bira. Go diving and turtle watching in Selayar.

Attend a ceremonial burial in Tana Toraja.

EAT: Coto Makassar (beef or offal stew in spiced peanut broth). Iga bakar (barbecue beef ribs).

Ikan bakar nasi santan (grilled fish with coconut rice). Konro kuda (horse stew).

HOW TO GET THERE: Daily flights into Makassar International Airport from most Indonesian major cities.

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Six Tips for Expats Travelling to Remote Areas of Indonesia 3. Be smart, savvy and safe

Levels of crime in the archipelago as a whole are relatively moderate with pickpocketing and theft being the most reported crimes.

That said, the type of crime differs in each area of Indonesia. In Papua and West Papua provinces, frequent violent clashes occur between antigovernment groups and authorities amid political tensions. Permits from the National Police Headquarters in Jakarta are often required for foreigners to travel to the area.

Maluku, Aceh and Central Sulawesi are also provinces which require visitors to be on high alert.

4. Stay fit and healthy during your travels

Unlike major cities like Jakarta, Surabaya or in Bali, remote areas come with very limited healthcare options. Rural areas of Indonesia are prone to malaria, dengue fever, cholera and typhoid.

Malaria and dengue fever are carried by mosquitoes, especially in Papua and West Papua, North Maluku, East Nusa Tenggara, North Sumatra and Kalimantan.

Additionally, rural areas often have limited access to sterile water and clean food which may lead to a cholera infection or typhoid.

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By Sharon Hambali Across Indonesia's 17,000 plus islands, there is something for everyone – even the pickiest of travellers. As the country opens up further to foreign tourists, visitors are finding that the beautiful destinations span far beyond Bali and Papua.

Many locations which showcase the country's most exquisite sceneries are not located on the beaten paths of Ubud or Bromo Mountain. Nagari Pariangan in West Sumatra, for example, has been named one of the best villages in the world by Budget Travel. Bali's Munduk village or Baduy villlage in Banten also offer unique experiences for any adventurer.

There are seemingly endless hidden gems just waiting to be discovered across the archipelago. But travelling to them may not be an easy task, especially for foreigners with limited knowledge. Here are some tips to help you get the best out of your travels.

1. Have reliable local contacts

Travelling to Jakarta or any other major city in Indonesia may not require the help of a local as many citizens speak English. However, access to education is still limited in most remote areas, so foreigners will likely experience difficulties in communicating.

Travelling in a tour group with guides, tourists may not face many troubles with a language barrier, but for independent travellers it is a different story. In remote areas, local expertise is often needed not only for communicating, but also to help with local authorities, transport services and price bargaining.

Foreign tourists should keep in mind that while prices are lower, particularly at street stalls, most vendors will push for higher prices from foreigners. Bargaining skills are essential and it may be better to ask a local friend to get you the best deal.

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2. Always be prepared

Although communities in remote areas are moving quickly to keep up with technology, many villages are still without access to internet or even electricity.

To survive days without WiFi access, visitors may want to buy a local SIM card for emergency use.

Local telco providers usually charge around Rp.70,000 (US$5.27) for 5 GB of data.

ATMs are also harder to find and transactions are more likely to be done in cash. Foreigners and local tourists are advised to bring cash for all transactions.

Most roads in remote areas are not well maintained.

However, there are still plenty of options to get around. Renting motorbikes can be an option on better roads. Prices for motorbike rentals throughout the country range from Rp.66,000 (US$5) per day or between Rp.265,000 and Rp.330,000 (US$20 to US$25) per week.

Another safer alternative is to hire motorbike drivers but be sure to haggle for a reasonable price.

There are seemingly endless hidden gems just waiting to be discovered across the archipelago. But, travelling to them may not be an easy task, especially for foreigners with limited knowledge. Here are some tips to help you get the best out of your travels.

Generally, prevention is better than treatment and so travellers are advised to obtain travel insurance and get their vaccinations prior to the trip. For diseases like malaria, tourists should bring mosquito nets and long-sleeved clothing to prevent mosquito bites.

5. Get to know Indonesia’s geography

Over the past 15 years, Indonesia has made plenty of headlines for its natural disasters which have claimed thousands of lives.

Located along the notorious Ring of Fire, the archipelago is prone to earthquakes, tsunamis and volcanic eruptions. Mountainous regions are also prone to landslides and flooding.

Indonesia boasts the world's most active volcanoes, numbering 129, and which, while part of the country's unique sights for travellers, can be dangerous with research showing at least one significant eruption each year. Evacuations of communities within a 6-kilometre radius are standard during eruptions.

Readers are advised to check local news reports before planning travel.

6. Study up on social and religious traditions

Indonesia is one of the world's most diverse countries with over 1,340 different cultures and religions, all with their own traditions. When travelling the country, one must relish not just the natural beauties of the landscape but also the generous hospitality of local residents.

To get the most out of the experience, it is important to study the basics of traditions and language of the destination. Tourists are advised to wear appropriate clothing and avoid behaviours which may be prohibited by host communities.

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Hotel Tugu Malang

FOUR MAGICAL SPELLS

HOTEL TUGU BALI

Hotel Tugu Lombok is set on the heavenly white sand beach of Sire, on the northwest coast of the island.

Neighboring this tropical haven is a beautiful 18 holegolf course and virgin landscapes, traditional thatched roofed huts and empty green fields where tourists can witness the everyday lives of locals and customs which have been around for centuries. The Hotel Tugu Lombok’s property comprises approximately six hectares of mature palm plantations, facing the open ocean and the sunrise of Mount Rinjani.

Hotel Tugu Bali is located on the southwest coast of Bali on a long silky stretch of sand facing the Indian Ocean. The path to Canggu Beach leads one to Tugu, the heart and soul of Bali, where the wind whispers romantic tales of Balinese spirits, ancient kingdoms and eternal love stories. Canggu nowadays is the hippest and most charming village of Bali, with cute little organic cafes, upscale boutiques, sunset spots and trendy food and beverages venues while retaining the chill-out surf and sunset feel it had always been famous for. At Tugu, guests will get lost in the narrow, labyrinth-like walkways inside the wild gardens and drown into the world of surreal beauty. The hotel is designed to bring back the romantic, forgotten tales of Java and Bali.

Hotel Tugu Lombok

HOTEL TUGU LOMBOK

HOTEL TUGU BLITAR Hotel Tugu Blitar, unprecedentedly the best hotel and restaurant in Blitar, East Java, is housed in a colonial building that was built in the 1850s. It was previously owned by a distinguished family of Blitar. As the oldest hotel in Indonesia, Tugu Blitar appears as a beautiful East Javanese mansion from the Dutch colonial times, with giant white-washed pillars, furniture from the late 19th century and the early 20th century, nostalgic photographs and elegant chandeliers. The building was carefully renovated to its every detail in the beginning of this century in order to preserve its artistic, charismatic, and historical characters. Blitar has a romantic flair of the early days of Indonesia; in fact it is where Soekarno, Indonesia’s first president who proclaimed the independence of this country, was born and buried.

Hotel Tugu Blitar

Located right at the heart of the old city centre, Hotel Tugu Malang is an elegant mansion that tells the romantic stories of the island of Java. The proprietors’ collection sees hundreds of antiques beautifully displayed in every corner of the hotel. As they enter the space, guests walk through the heritage of the Dutch colonial era, the gradual fusion of the Indonesian and the Chinese cultures over many centuries as well as the humble beauty of traditional Indonesian masterpieces.

Each of its 49 rooms and suites are designed with individual character; some have been used to pay tribute to Indonesia's creative figures in the past.

Beachfront Deck, Hotel Tugu Bali

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Hotel Tugu Malang

The seven Bhagavat Gita suites, not far from the TenFaced Vishnu, allow guests to sleep with the Song of Heaven and wake up to the sound of waves. What is special about staying in Hotel Tugu Lombok is the chance to embark on a tropical journey, surrounded by the ancient kingdoms.

The hotel, owned by a local who has been collecting antiques since the early 1960s, is home to one of the largest original art collections in Southeast Asia. The main building, the Bale Agung, features distinctive architecture inspired by a secluded village in Central Bali, where some of the public areas are original hundreds-years-old structures moved in entirety into the property. The suites are housed in individual buildings tucked among lush tropical gardens and a natural lotus pond facing the Indian Ocean.

Hotel Tugu Lombok Sire Beach, Lombok, Indonesia E-mail: lombok@tuguhotels.com Call: +62-370 620 111 | Fax: +62-370 620 444 Hotel Tugu Malang Jalan Tugu 3, Malang, East Java, Indonesia E-mail: malang@tuguhotels.com Call: +62-341 363 891 | Fax: +62-341 362 747 Hotel Tugu Blitar Jalan Merdeka 173, Blitar, East Java, Indonesia E-mail: blitar@tuguhotels.com Call: +62-342 801 766 / 801 687 / 807 753 / 807 754 / 807 756 Fax: +62-342 801 763 Hotel Tugu Bali Jalan Pantai Batu Bolong, Canggu Beach, Bali, Indonesia E-mail: bali@tuguhotels.com Call: +62-361 473 1701

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Taking Leaf of Their Sanity A conman has been arrested near Jakarta after fleecing at least Rp.1 billion (US$75,000) from people who believed his “religious powers” could transform leaves into money.

By Kenneth Yeung

It was appropriate that Afandi Sangadji Idris, 48 years old, was arrested on April 1. For more than a year he had been fooling people by posing as an Islamic preacher capable of conjuring up riches from worthless acacia leaves. According to conventional Indonesian wisdom, acacia trees deter termites.

Unfortunately, they did not diminish Afandi’s appetite for chewing through gullible people’s cash.

He sold boxes of leaves for up to Rp.3 million (US$225) apiece, claiming the foliage would turn into Rp.1 billion in cash through the power of prayer and Islamic study.

Afandi, who comes from the West Java city of Bogor, had first been arrested for fraud in 2012. He subsequently reinvented himself as an ustadz – an honorific title for an Islamic teacher, not requiring an actual certification process.

Renting a house in Tangerang, Banten province, Afandi commenced his latest get-rich-quick scheme in November 2015. He invited people to join a “religious study group,” promising he could provide them with venture capital of Rp.1 billion, but only if they gave him charitable donations.

For example, if someone wanted to buy a motorbike, a car or a house, or start a business, Afandi would ask them to “donate” anywhere from Rp.500,000 to Rp.15 million.

In return, the person would receive cardboard boxes or sealed envelopes of leaves, to be opened at a later date.

The phony preacher held daily prayer meetings, initially attracting about five people. By early 2017, he had at least 137 followers and had rented the adjoining house to make space for them. Among his flock were people with chronic illnesses, hoping for a miracle cure. There were also businesspeople seeking solutions to financial problems.

All were required to give alms. Some of the followers stayed at the houses and received food purchased from their donations.

Afandi was arrested after ten of his followers reported him to police because their leaves had failed to become money, despite their solemn prayers. Police swooped on his houses and seized evidence including 12 cars, six motorcycles, three sacks of leaves, 300 cardboard boxes and South Korean banknotes amounting to 5,000 won (a mere US$4.40 or Rp.56,000).

The conman had given South Korean money to some of the victims, telling them that bank officers would later exchange it for rupiah. Afandi also showed photographs of money to his devotees to “prove” he had lots of cash.

One of the victims, 48-year-old Suhendar, spent Rp.15 million on five useless boxes of leaves, which he had expected would yield Rp.5 billion.

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Buckets of money

Afandi was arrested after ten of his followers reported him to police because their leaves had failed to become money, despite their solemn prayers.

“[Afandi] said to store them and open them later at the right time; God willing they would turn into money.

The promise was one box, one billion [rupiah]," he was quoted as saying by detik.com.

One unusual detail of the case was that many of the victims had a sticker of Doraemon, a Japanese cartoon robotic blue cat without ears, affixed to their cars.

Police could not explain the significance of the stickers.

Locals said most the followers were “outsiders” from other neighbourhoods. The village chief was aware that Afandi’s house was often crowded with visitors but he suspected nothing suspicious because from the outside it seemed like harmless religious activity.

Despite Afandi misusing Islam for fraud amid heightened religious tensions, no demonstrations demanding jail time have yet occurred.

Police said Afandi could face up to 20 years behind bars if convicted of fraud and money laundering.

This is not the first time an Indonesian conman has pretended to have the power to change leaves into money.

Back in 2012, police in Jakarta arrested a gang of three men who performed a similar stunt. They would cruise budget hotel lobbies for gullible people and invite them to see a “holy man” transforming a bucket of leaves into cash.

The bucket would be covered with an Islamic prayer cloth, a prayer would be recited and sleight of hand resulted in money appearing at the top of the pile. Foolish people would then buy their own bundles of expensive leaves, wrapped in prayer cloths to be opened later.

Dimas Kanjeng denials

Progress has been plodding in the case of Taat Pribadi, a conman who gave himself the royal title of Dimas Kanjeng. He was arrested in East Java in September 2016 on suspicion of ordering the murders of two associates, financial fraud and money laundering.

He is now on trial for murder and fraud at the Kraksaan District Court in Probolinggo in East Java.

State prosecutors on February 16 recommended he be sentenced to death.

Dimas embezzled an estimated Rp.1 trillion from people who believed he could magically double money out of thin air. With vast financial resources at his disposal, it will be interesting to see how harshly he is punished.

Five of his security guards in February 2015 murdered Ismail Hidayah and then in April 2016 murdered Abdul Gani because the two had threatened to expose the scam. After being arrested, the perpetrators told police that Dimas had paid them Rp.320 million for the second killing. In March this year, the five were sentenced to between 10 and 20 years in jail, whereas prosecutors had sought life sentences.

Several of the killers subsequently recanted when appearing as witnesses in the trial of Dimas, insisting he had no connection to the murders. A defence lawyer claimed the men had been subjected to physical violence when first interviewed by police, forcing them to accuse Dimas of commissioning the murders.

While conmen pretending to have religious or supernatural powers are often exposed and debunked, there are always people who prefer to believe in supernatural mumbo jumbo, whether it be using psychic powers to bend spoons or incantations to change leaves into cash.

Why does superstition prevail in an age of science?

Perhaps the strings of political manipulation are easier to pull when a populace is more inclined to follow the supernatural, rather than exercise critical thinking.

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Inside Bali’s Most Celebrated Cultural Festivals with Janet DeNeefe The founder of Ubud Food Festival and Ubud Writers and Readers Festival reveals what it takes to run an international cultural festival on the island of gods. have a writer’s festival, you don’t call it tourism.

It is a forum for discussion, so just because it is held in a tourist destination, you kind of get labeled I suppose.

Of course people are traveling here to see the event, but hey you travel anywhere to see any event and that doesn’t mean it is directly called tourism.

A lot of people are increasingly interested in coming here and being a part of the local arts scene, especially the younger generation. As the creator and founder of UWRF and UFF, what do you think are the keys to organizing a successful festival?

To organize the event, you have to have skilled and professional staff. In terms of selecting the programmes and coordinating, all these people must be experienced.

And I think that it is better that they are young because it is a high-energy job, you really need a lot of stamina.

And I guess you just have to be aware of the community.

In order to organize a top festival, you must have a set of top people working behind it.

What do you think people expect when they come to the festival?

I think a lot of our audience have been to the festival before so they already know. But the newbies, the ones who have never been here before, I think they expect an Aussie-style writers’ festival. And when they come here, they are kind of blown away by the fact that it’s so diverse and so exciting. There’s so much to hear and see, the location is fantastic, so I think it becomes a magical experience for them.

By Caranissa Djatmiko It is the kind of story expats may be familiar with: foreigners visit Indonesia for a vacation, fall in love with the country and decide to call it home. But for Australian expat Janet DeNeefe, she did more than turn Ubud into home sweet home for the past 30 years.

After arriving in 1984, she has helped make Ubud, one of Bali's most exotic locales, a popular for international cultural festivals.

This month, the Ubud Food Festival returns for the third time, while the Writers and Readers Festival (UWRF) celebrates its 14th anniversary in October.

I sat down with DeNeefe at her famous restaurant Casa Luna in Ubud, where she shared the exciting process behind preparing for a festival in Bali's cultural capital.

How do you normally prepare for UWRF every year?

Well, first we have to come up with a theme and then we select the writers that kind of fit in with theme. We also look at those who are doing interesting things, those that we have not heard of about before. It is like being a detective, we just search for current work that we feel is really appropriate for us. And then it is inviting the writers and hoping that they can come along.

The problem sometimes can be that they confirm initially and then later at the last minute, sometimes they cancel.

It is a bit, particularly last year, was a bit of a nightmare for the programme because suddenly, just a couple of days before we need to find a replacement for the speakers or moderators who are crucial to the session.

Last year you had the theme of Tat Tvam Asi (I Am You and You and I), what exactly was the idea behind it?

It was a reaction to two years ago and the fact that we all share the same humanity and identity. And I guess it was also a reaction to what was happening around the world, with 65 million people being forced from their homes.

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In order to organize a top festival, you must have a set of top people working behind it.

There are almost more boundaries, more borders, more divisions across the world. It’s time that we as a collective look at the fact that we are all one.

How exactly has the issue of censorship in the past affected the way the festival is run?

Well actually it has not affected that much. I was worried that it would affect the overall programme but eventually it hasn’t. We are still creating programmes that we want to create.

How do you feel about those who think that UWRF focuses more on the tourism aspect as opposed to literature?

I think the people who say that have never been to the festival. It is about bringing people together and when you

What do you mean by Aussie-style writers’ festival?

In Australia we have a lot of writers’ festival and we were mentored by the Byron Bay Writers’ Festival, so we kind of initially looked a bit like them. That was before we grew into our own skin.

You have your own restaurants and also written several cookbooks. Can you share a little bit about what you do in the food industry?

I have had restaurants here since 1987, so I am really passionate about Indonesian and Balinese food. I have published two books, both of them started with recipes.

The first one started with recipes and then I wove in the stories around food, whether it is something we ate at ceremonies or something that my kids love. So it started with recipes and then I built stories around them. And the second one was recipes with stories to do with those dishes so that was kind of easy.

What do you think is so special about Indonesian food?

It’s just so exciting and interesting. There are so many layers of flavours. I think because we are in this spice island, there’s sort of flavours you get from the different gingers, lemongrass and all those delightful ingredients to use.

This transcript has been condensed and edited.

For more information on UFF and UWRF, please visit the following websites: www.ubudfoodfestival.com www.ubudwritersfestival.com

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ARCHIPELAGO Fisheries Minister Susi Pudjiastuti Faces Evaluation after Complaints

Government to Accelerate Marina Construction in Labuan Bajo as Airport Plans Come Together The days of Kai Kecil island in Maluku or Labuan Bajo in Flores being some of the country's best kept tourist secrets are over, with the stunning spots increasingly finding themselves on the world's top must-visit destinations lists.

The Indonesian government has announced plans to open international flight routes direct to Labuan Bajo while accelerating the construction of a marina in the area to meet current demand. PT Angkasa Pura I has been tapped to operate the Komodo Airport, which would soon become the Komodo International Airport.

Indonesian Maritime Affairs and Fisheries Minister Susi Pudjiastuti has successfully reduced the total number of illegal fishing cases throughout the country, but has still found herself in hot water with President Joko "Jokowi" Widodo after complaints over regulations were filed at his office.

Pudjiastuti, a popular cabinet member, forbade fishermen from using trawl and seine nets in 2015 citing environmental risks. Small-time fishermen have since filed many complaints, saying the regulation has decreased their catches and affected their livelihoods.

Shana Fatina, who covers Labuan Bajo for the Tourism Ministry's ten prioritized team, said the plan will see easy access between the destination and Darwin, in Australia's north. Dili, the capital of Timor-Leste, will also be serviced.

“This is seen as the continuation of trilateral diplomacy between Indonesia, Timor-Leste and Australia,” Fatina said.

While waiting for the details to be confirmed for the airport, marina construction has picked up pace after ground broke on April 20. The project, hampered by the relocation of a fish market, is expected to open in a soft launch in August of next year.

According to the minister, trawl and seine nets are responsible for seabed and marine ecosystem damage.

The construction plays a vital role in stabilizing the tourism partnership between the East Nusa Tenggara government and US-based ferry operator Carnival. The government is also required to ensure at least one five-star hotel with a minimum of 180 rooms is nearby.

The government began distributing gillnets to local fishing communities in an effort to ease the ban but data obtained from the presidential staff office shows that as of April this year only 605 fishermen from the entire archipelago have received the nets.

With the marina targeted to be fully operational in 2019, international luxury ferries could soon harbour in Labuan Bajo with easy access to several tourism destinations near East Nusa Tenggara.

"Gillnets have only been distributed to fewer than 10 percent of all fishermen in Indonesia," Teten Masduki, head of the presidential staff office, said on April 26.

The ban policy outraged the fishing community who said they needed to continue using the nets to sustain catches. Several fishermen have since been charged by authorities for using trawl or seine nets while they wait for government distributed gillnets.

"The process of distributing the gillnets has to be accelerated so fishermen may soon return to the sea, as their financial needs depend on it," Masduki said.

Complaints made by the community reached Jokowi, who promised to call on Pudjiastuti to evaluate the Ministry of Maritime Affairs and Fisheries regulation.

“I will evaluate the regulation made by the ministry, but please believe that the government will provide the best solution for local fishermen," Jokowi said, as reported

by Kompas.

Four Children in Medan Hospitalized After Bizarre Taxi Accident Four children in Medan’s Maimun district have been hospitalized after they were run over by a taxi driver in a bizarre incident on April 28.

Michael Juan Sitanggang, Akbar Pratama Arif and Akbar Sahni, all 11 years old, and 12-year-old Tio Malikul Mulki were all injured after they were run over by the taxi as they lay on the road.

The incident occurred after the driver, identified as 43-yearold Muhammad Fadoli, drove down a slope on Jalan Multatuli Lingkungan 3, Medan Maimun. Fadoli said the road was dark and he struggled to see clearly.

The victims were rushed to Martha Friska Hospital in Multatuli Indah Residence. Mulki suffered a fractured shoulder, bruises to his face and had ten stitches to the back of his head. Sitanggang received 16 stitches to the back of his head and sustained wounds to his right shoulder.

Arif suffered several injuries to his right shoulder, right thigh, right hip and his left arm. Sahni sustained severe injuries to his back and right shoulder. Fadoli has been detained at Medan's Traffic Accident Unit office as investigations continue.

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Women's Ever Changing and Ever Vital Role in Society Women have long taken part in humanity's long road of evolution, but only now are they acknowledged for the critical role they play in shaping society.

Now it is more vital than ever to listen to what they have to say.

BOSF Comes to the Rescue for Rare Albino Orangutan in Central Kalimantan

As an architect and urbanist, Kusumawijaya thinks women's ideas and accomplishments must be fully addressed and appreciated in order to gain an accurate understanding of our society.

“Now if we are moving to the urban context, it’s very easy to observe, and the statistics would show that there are more and more women who work outside the house or even inside the house generating income,” Kusumawijaya said in an interview with Indonesia Expat. He added: “So of course then the city needs to pay attention to women because they become, in a way, more and more functional, not only at home but also in public life, [specifically] when it comes to economic production.”

By Caranissa Djatmiko GENERALLY, WOMEN HAVE TRADITIONALLY BEEN CONFINED TO THE HOME, WAITING FOR HUSBANDS TO RETURN FROM WORK. This fits a widely-believed narrative that back in the age of hunting and gathering, it was men who set out on adventures to kill animals and provide for the family, while the women stayed to maintain living quarters and care for children. The social structures then were believed to be predominantly governed by the males, ultimately limiting the role of women in a huntergatherer society which has changed little until today.

Yet, recent studies have shown hunter-gatherer societies actually worked on egalitarian principles. While we often picture prehistoric societies as being the genesis of much of gender inequality these days, it turns out they are more likely to have been run equally by both male and female members.

Researchers from University College London found in 2015 that men and women had equal influence in ancient societies, a far cry from the patriarchal cultures commonly believed to have been in place.

This is understood to have changed during the advent of agriculture. The arrival of new technologies is said to have been the driving force behind the imbalance, with humans learning to accumulate resources more efficiently for the first time. During this period, men often had several wives and many children. They also received more income and were more likely to bond with male kin. It is through this, the study found, that gender inequality was born.

Kusumawijaya said it is vital to note the role of women in the formation of the places where we live. He says women typically pay more attention to specific details than men do, thanks to a stronger focus on caring for life. This, he says, is due to the ability to bear children which gives women an advantage that can help a city solve problems.

In the 'Women and Habitat' discussion hosted by RCUS, key speakers revealed why women's voices need to be heard.

Dr. Pireeni Sundaralingam, a consciousness scientist, addressed why it is important to include women in solving humanitarian issues.

“Our planet is currently facing dramatic challenges. Now, more than ever before, we need to find innovative, creative solutions to some of the most difficult challenges facing humanity. If we are to not just survive as a species but also develop and prosper, we need to make sure that we widen our net,” she said.

When women join the problemsolving space, they are bringing voices and ideas that are radically new. They do not just bring solutions to the table, but stimulate different ways of thinking amongst the people who are already present at the table.

A rare albino orangutan recently rescued by environmental activists is under the care of a leading organization. The five-year-old female orangutan was held captive by residents in Central Kalimantan, where deforestation has destroyed the habitat of dozens of species.

The white-haired and blueeyed female orangutan is being cared for by a local animal protection group and may soon be released back into the wild.

The extremely rare animal is the first to be discovered by a local rehabilitation centre in 25 years.

The Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation (BOSF) revealed on its website that it has conducted a physical examination and determined the orangutan has albinism.

"A preliminary physical examination conducted by our medical team has determined this is an albino orangutan: her hair, eye and skin color is paler than normal and she is also sensitive to light," the foundation said, as quoted by Thomas Reuters Foundation.

Sundaralingam believes it is not enough to simply ask both men and women to get involved. She suggests that we must "radically change the way we address problems." This means that it is not necessarily about increasing the number of people helping solve problems but instead welcoming many different ways of thinking.

According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), Bornean orangutans are identified as “critically endangered” after their populations declined by more than 60 percent between 1950 and 2010. The population has dropped after illegal hunting and severe destruction of natural habitats.

IUCN has predicted a possible further decrease between 2010 and 2025.

Other studies of hunter-gatherer societies suggest hunters (predominantly men) would provide just 10 percent of the total food for the community, while gatherers, largely women, were responsible for the rest. While the dawn of agriculture can rightly be said to have significantly influenced gender relations, it could be considered one of the defining moments celebrating the contribution of women to society.

“This is where the role of women’s voices and ideas have that potential,” she said. “When women join the problem-solving space, they are bringing voices and ideas that are radically new. They do not just bring solutions to the table, but stimulate different ways of thinking amongst the people who are already present at the table.”

The orangutan will remain in the care of BOSF as the foundation continues to assess her health and physical condition before taking further action in an effort to ensure her long-term welfare.

Fast forward to the 21st century and the role of women in contemporary society is being increasingly recognized.

Women today continue to take the lead as we progress towards a more egalitarian society. Terms like 'alpha females' and 'career women,' for example, show how much attention is given to women reorienting their pathways in life.

The way to make women agents of change is to listen to a variety of voices, especially those who have struggled through all sorts of challenges in life. Those who have experienced loss, pain and suffering earn more than the right to be heard.

In truth, they are the ones who can provide us with creative solutions that others have yet to discover.

To learn more about the albino orangutan's condition or make a donation to BOSF, please visit www.orangutan.or.id/homepage

Alternatively, Marco Kusumawijaya, founder and director of the Rujak Centre for Urban Studies (RCUS), thinks agriculture is one instance in which women began to play an important role in broader society, as it is believed agriculture was indeed founded by women. When the practice began to develop 11,000 years ago, the role of women in communities was heightened.

It is believed women had observed seeds growing, before planting them to deliberately grow produce.

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Telkomsel Website Hacked, Pricing Rant Goes Viral Telkomsel, the country’s largest telecommunications provider, was the target of hackers on April 28 when its website was seized over complaints of high pricing for data plans.

Telkomsel’s homepage was defaced with profanity, while the tags and content titles were changed. The provider, which boasts over 122 million users, currently offers internet packages with several components including basic 3G and 4G data and streaming data for both video and music.

Customers have often complained that lumping entertainment access into the same package as internet access has driven up prices with few users

utilizing the streaming data. Users have demanded a higher data quota for the same price.

The hack found widespread support among netizens, particularly on Twitter, where other Telkomsel users agreed prices are too high.

“I agree that it is too expensive. We only get 8 GB for Rp.200,000 (US$15), that kind of quota is not sufficient,” posted Twitter user @Getatatu.

Telkomsel Vice President of Corporate Communication Adita Irawati apologized for any inconvenience to customers and said the telco is investigating the incident.

Competitor Indosat was also hacked after tweeting a joke about Telkomsel’s expensive quotas, with subdomain arena.indosatooredo.com briefly replaced with a message calling on service providers to be on friendlier terms with each other.

Both the Telkomsel and Indosat websites have been fully restored.

Bandung’s 13-Year-Old Minivan Man Who Mixed Weed with Instant Noodles May Face Prison Driver Shocks Netizens Netizens were angered at local authorities after the child, identified only by the initials GMA, drove with several passengers. Police are now investigating the incident after the post gained significant traffic on the web.

GMA told local media he was taking his usual route in the Logam Buahbatu area to his home on Parabon Street when he was approached by a brown angkot with the license plate D1933AM. The driver, identified as Ronald Tambunan, reportedly asked GMA to drive the vehicle as he had a stomach ache.

A 13-year-old angkot (minibus) driver in Bandung, West Java, has shocked netizens after photos of the child at the wheel went viral on April 25.

The photo was posted by Bandung-based netizen @Dianmeindra on her Twitter account. “I was very surprised when I got on the angkot. The driver was just a kid and he is not even 15 years old yet,” she said in the post.

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The fifth grader had learned to drive only two weeks earlier and said this was his third time driving. Tambunan claims GMA is known among angkot drivers in the area and often drives short distances.

He says he taught the child to drive and the two often drive together.

Bandung Police Chief Hendro Pandowo is investigating angkot management over the claims. Local police are working alongside the Department of Transportation in the case.

Surabaya man Antonius Stevany Soedarjan, 48, is facing jail time in Bali after being arrested during a drug raid on April 18.

But it is the recipe of the drugs that has actually made headlines worldwide.

Soedarjan's daily recipe sees him mix marijuana with instant noodles, or occasionally mixing the dried leaves with hot water.

He claimed that marijuana is a gift from God. “I have uric acid. I saw on the internet that marijuana can cure many diseases.

When I consume it, my body feels better and I don't feel any pain,” he said at the Buleleng police office in Bali on April 25.

While there is plenty of information available online about the medical benefits of weed, it is recommended to seek the opinion of a doctor before self-medicating.

Soedarjan said he began consuming the drug in January of this year. Local police received several reports from residents about Soedarjan’s unusual behaviour, leading to the raid of his ‘marijuana

gathering’ in a Kalibukbuk villa on April 18. Police confiscated 3.29 grams of marijuana which had been intentionally disposed of by Soedarjan.

“The marijuana had been thrown away, but police officers saw it. When interrogated, he admitted the small package of marijuana was his and that he planned to consume it with his friend,” Ketut Adnyana, head of Buleleng’s narcotics unit, told Tribunnews.

During investigations, 37-year-old Deni, a friend of Soedarjan, was also arrested.

Police confiscated a total of seven grams of marijuana from the two.

Both men face staggering criminal charges, which may involve up to 14 years of prison.

ROYAL AMBARRUKMO YOGYAKARTA A living museum hotel with International accolades, a place to embrace Royal history & legacy while enjoying today’s luxury modern comfort The 5-star award winning ‘Luxury Travel Guide’ & ‘World Luxury Hotel Awards’, Royal Ambarrukmo Yogyakarta has the 247 rooms & suites - from Deluxe, Premiere, Junior Suite, Executive Suite to Ambarrukmo Suite - remodeled and furnished in modern-elegance style, featuring premium bedding with pillow-top mattresses, Salvatore Ferragamo bathroom amenities for suites. All rooms with private balcony, commanding views of Merapi Volcano, Royal garden or the city, and state-of-art facilities.

In the last century, the hotel had achieved its iconic status not only for its pioneering luxury hotel and home to many first, but also for being a symbol of urban culture in Yogyakarta.

Today, Royal Ambarrukmo Yogyakarta emerges as a luxury accommodation where modernity is keeping up regal traditions. Located just 7 km or 10 minutes away from the Adisucipto International Airport or to the downtown, the Ambarrukmo, an integral leisure & MICE destination comprising the award-winning 5-star hotel Royal Ambarrukmo Yogyakarta, upscale shopping mall Plaza Ambarrukmo, heritage site Kedaton Ambarrukmo complex, an authentic Nurkadhatyan The Ritual Spa and a large space of conventions at The Kasultanan Ballroom.

Set in modern comfort and cozy ambience, all Food & Beverage outlets offers mouthwatering cuisine combined with a precious experience of Javanese heritage recipes, providing an unparalleled culinary experience. Lobby Lounge & Bar opens for guests to enjoy a day in a friendly charm and an evening with live music performance. Royal Restaurant as the all-daydining venue provides the best breakfast buffet and higher state of lunch & dinner menu selections. The newly opened, Punika Deli, giving space to guests enjoying the top choice Deli in town as well as high-quality coffee, tea leafs & homemade gelato. Speaking of venue for the utmost & gorgeous location of private gathering or intimate luncheon to dinner, Royal Ambarrukmo Yogyakarta also arrange Gadri (once a place for Sultan’s dining room), Bale Kambang (the miniature of water castle and meditation tower). Pendopo Agung (Sultan’s living room & meeting space) and Royal garden – to be a highlight for guests who live up Royalty life.

Yogyakarta is a trending place for MICE destinations and Royal Ambarrukmo is the most celebrated venue of all. Its cultural heritage collide with modern facilities attract various organizations to hold functions in this historic hotel. The Karaton Ballroom at the 8th floor in 608 sqm with 6 meters ceiling provides a stunning space for more than 800 people. Kedaton Ambarrukmo, a heritage site built in 1857 as a Royal residence, now it has been carefully

restored, could host as a multipurpose venue, a home to few selects activities as well as a personal and corporate gatherings. The Kasultanan Ballroom is the brand new addition to the vicinity, with size of 1,500 sqm, 9 meters ceiling, built-in large stage, a pre-function room, a large foyer and high-tech devices – the luxury ballroom can accommodate up to 2,000 people.

Royal Ambarrukmo Yogyakarta is a home to admire Javanese Royal legacy, various ancient Royal customs and traditions. As a Royal Palace Residence in the 18th century, Kedaton Ambarrukmo is a miniature model of the Sultan’s main palace. Today, in the attempt to maintain its spirit, the site is restores and kept alive with cultural performances, community activities and a dedicated museum. Weekly cultural, ceremony & lifestyle are include Bamboo Flute class every Monday noon, Javanese Dance Class every Tuesday, Batik Painting on 3rd week of Wednesday, Violin Chamber every Thursday, Jemparingan archery and Patehan Royal Hi-tea on Friday noon also Morning Yoga at Bale Kambang on Saturday.

Be it business or a leisure trip, Royal Ambarrukmo Yogyakarta awaits discerning guests with open-heart and mind to reveal its true charm.

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Pullman Jakarta’s Cookbook Offers Delicious Ways to Celebrate Earth Day JAKARTA To celebrate Earth Day on April 22 Pullman Jakarta launched a cookbook encouraging a healthy diet. In line with the ‘Planet 21 Day’ programme, the five-star hotel focuses on sustainability by combating food waste through the creation of an urban vegetable garden.

The cookbook features 20 recipes promoting healthy ingredients and responsible cooking methods. The recipes rely on real, unprocessed food and organic vegetables.

The digital cookbook can be found via the Pullman Jakarta website or downloaded directly to mobile devices for instant access. The recipes are inspired by dishes from the Pullman's own Sana Sini Restaurant.

Jamie Faus, General Manager at Pullman Jakarta Indonesia, said the hotel is determined to achieve a sustainable environment.

"The Earth needs our genuine protection and care.

On this observance of Earth Day, we stand hand in hand with the AccorHotels Group. We hope this inspires everyone to take a stand and join the movement," Faus said in a press statement.

Czech Republic and Movenpick Resort Team Up in World Class Concert for Important Cause BALI Movenpick Resort and Spa Jimbaran have partnered with the Czech Republic government to support local non-government organisation Yayasan Peduli Autisme Bali (the Autism Care Bali Foundation) focusing on children with special needs. Together, the organisation will host the 'Ten Strings' concert May 9 featuring two renowned Czech classical musicians.

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Hotel Grandhika Iskandarsyah Encourages Guests to ‘See the World’ JAKARTA Hotel Grandhika Iskandarsyah revealed its latest corporate social responsibility project 'Let's Help Them to See the World.' Through the programme, the hotel called on guests to celebrate World Book Day by donating storybooks to less fortunate children.

The project cares for a foster home in Jakarta which cares for up to 220 underprivileged children.

to the foundation to fund a new facility for children with autism. The concert is part of the hotel's plan to support local community projects.

Movenpick Resort and Spa Jimbaran Bali’s General Manager Horst Walther-Jones said the hotel was pleased to host such an exciting event for such an important cause.

“We are delighted to partner with the Embassy of the Czech Republic to present two eminent musicians and hold such an honourable event together. We are pleased to have the opportunity to host this extraordinary concert while contributing to society,” Walther-Jones said in a press statement.

Wake Up With New Re.Juve Cold-Pressed Coffee Line

Guests who donated received a 20 percent discount on food and beverage outlets within the hotel.

Staff also participated in a games and lunch session. The event raised awareness of the importance of reading among children.

JAKARTA Re.juve, one of the country's most famous locally made health beverage companies, has delighted fans with the surprise released of its first ever coldpressed coffee range.

Cold-pressed coffee is a process using only cold water, making coffee less acidic and easier to digest than hot coffee.

Re.juve's range includes Mocha High, which features the coffee, non-fat milk, protein whey and banana, and is the perfect pre- or post-workout drink.

The Avoccino mixes coffee and avocado for a great afternoon boost.

The Café Almond coffee includes organic coconut sugar and a dash of sea salt and is a sure bet for coffee lovers who prefer a strong taste.

Re.juve uses a combination of Arabica and Robusta Mandailing beans from Sumatra, which are famous for their bold and earthy taste.

The Sultan Hotel and Residence Jakarta Offers the Best in Indonesian Fare During Ramadan

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JAKARTA The Sultan Hotel and Residence Jakarta will welcome the holy month of Ramadan with the theme Ramadan Warisan Tradisi (Ramadan's Traditional Heritage). Throughout this special period, guests can dine on authentic Indonesian dishes served at a buffet and live cooking stations, including appetizers, a main course, condiments and dessert. The wide selection reflects fare from provinces across Indonesia.

"Indonesian dishes are enriched with herbs and spices, so this rich flavour is suitable for the breaking of the fast. We are trying to offer our best services to guests by providing room packages which include suhoor and free Ta’jil during fast breaking and access to a comfortable mushalla for praying so guests will have a peaceful fasting experience," Sarya said in a press statement.

Vice President Operations of Singgasana Hotel and Resorts I Nyoman Sarya said promoting local dishes during Ramadan is important as Indonesian cuisine is known for its richness.

For more information and reservations, please contact (021) 570 3600, email at reservation@sultanjakarta.com or visit the website at www.sultanjakarta.com.

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Video-Dance Workshop 17 May 2017 Jakarta Business Networkers Every Tuesday and Thursday Make the right connections and grow your business over breakfast.

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JBN professional networking sessions are from 7–8.30am every Tuesday at Sapori Deli, Fairmont Jakarta and every Thursday at Mercantile Athletic Club, WTC, Sudirman.

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The Italian Culture Institute will be holding a video-dance workshop in May, organized by director and choreographer Matteo Marziano Graziano. Graziano is known for his works in film, video, as well as the stage. Some of his best works can be seen in his contemporary dance productions, opera and music theatre. Aside from that, he has also been involved in experimental projects that include participatory formats, architectural and sitespecific interventions. The videodance workshop will take place at the Italian Culture Institute. For more information please visit www. iicjakarta.esteri.it/iic_jakarta/en.

Music Indonesia Sport Expo and Forum 17 – 21 May 2017 T h i s M ay, I ndonesia w i l l be welcoming its first ever exhibition and forum in the sporting industry.

The Sport Expo and Forum aims to showcase new buildings and technologies, while also featuring sport facility development plans for the public and private sectors across the archipelago. The variety of sporting arenas and facilities may be of interest for visitors. The Sport Expo and Forum will also be introducing visitors to the latest innovations in the industry. The exhibition will take place at ICE BSD City. For more information please visit www.isef-indonesia.com Education

The Jakarta Bridge Club Every Tuesday and Friday The Jakarta Bridge Club invites expat communities across Jakarta to join a networking session every Tuesday and Friday from 9 am to 12 pm. Participants get to have pleasant and convivial moments in which they can share and exchange information among expats at three to f ive tables. The networking event will take place at Die Stube Restaurant on Jalan Kemang Raya.

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Arts & Culture

The Artpreneur Wedding Fair 13–14 May 2017 The Artpreneur Wedding Fair is the first wedding exhibition held at the heart of Jakarta’s art and culture scene. Together with Tonny and Lifetime Wedding Organizer and Bridestory, the Artpreneur Wedding Fair will present more than 40 wedding vendors from a variety of categories, including wedding dresses, cake, accessories, photog r aphy, i nv it at ion a nd souvenirs, lighting and more.

There will also be a fashion show, talk show on health and beauty, music concert and food tasting.

The wedding exhibition will take place at Ciputra Artpreneur. For more information please visit www. ciputraartpreneur.com

Nindityo Adipurnomo’s Solo Exhibition 27 April–17 May 2017 This art project involves the work of an artist and ten individuals who participate in the process of recreating an artwork. These individuals were each given the chance to observe a painting for two to three months before they were able to leave commentary, criticism or suggestions based on the painting. The artist then took the comments made by the observers as a source of inspiration to create a new painting. Visitors are able to see the original paintings and those created based on the observers’ comments as they are displayed alongside one another. The artist behind these artworks is Nindityo Adipurnomo. He was born in Semarang in 1961 and studied Fine Arts at STRI ‘ASRI’ Yogyakarta.

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USA and UK Education Fair 14 May 2017 Students across the archipelago who wish to pursue education in the US and UK are welcome to attend this education fair, organized by the ELC Education. The event aims to provide students with information regarding schools they wish to attend and everything they need to know about studying abroad.

Students are encouraged to bring documents, including a copy of their academic transcript, CV, IELTS or TOEFL IBT certificate, CV and a copy of their passport.

The education fair will also give participants the chance to consult about their plans of studying abroad.

The universities from the US set to partake in the event include Colorado State University, George Mason University, University of South Florida and Washington State University. Those from the UK include City University London, Newcastle University, Manchester Met ropol it a n Un iver sit y a nd Queen’s University Belfast. The education fair will take place at Ayana Midplaza. For registration please visit www.elceducation.net/ usa-uk-edufair-2017

Workshop: Social Media for Brands 27 May 2017 Social media plays an integral role in every aspect of our lives.

Indoestri Makerspace is organizing a workshop for those who wish to learn more about how social media can be used to support their career.

Hadi Ismanto, the director and publisher of local media Manual Jakarta, will lead the class and share different ways of using social media for your brands and how you can develop a unique media campaign. Ismanto will also deliver some basic tips about branding. At the end of the class, participants will gain insights about social media campaigns, platforms and strategies.

Germany. The event invites around 250 guests comprising of members and pa r t ners of t he Ger manIndonesian business community to join one night of fun networking and dinner. The event will take place at the Bali Room of Hotel Indonesia Kempinski. For more information please visit http://indonesien.ahk. de/en/.

German Embassy’s Asparagus Dinner 22 May 2017 The German Embassy Jakarta is working together with EKONID to organize the signature Spargelessen 2017 Gala Dinner on May. This year’s dinner will feature as many as 90 parcels that are flown all the way from Lüneburger Heide, North

through art, film and storytelling.

Since its inception in 2007, Balinale has sought to raise awareness about art and f ilm among local and international communities, through programmes like school visits, free open air cinema, workshops and more. More importantly, the nonprofit foundation aims to promote Indonesian cinema with the help of professional workers in the film industry and even international award-winning filmmakers. For more information please visit www. balinale.com.

as many as 5,000 visitors. For more information please visit http:// ubudvillagejazzfestival.com.

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Pitbull Live in Jakarta 14 May 2017 One of America’s most celebrated rappers is returning to the capital city this May in his Pitbull Climate Exchange Tour. Pitbull is widely known for his collaborations with some of the biggest names in pop music, including Jennifer Lopez, Ne-Yo and Marc Anthony. This is his second time in Indonesia after his show in 2013. Pitbull will greet fans at JIExpo Kemayoran. For more information please visit www.tiket. com/tiket-event-pitbull-climatetour-jakarta-2017

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Bali Arts Festival 20 – 31 May 2017 Bali Arts Festival invites local and international tourists, as well as arts enthusiasts to capture the island of Gods’ cultural highlights. In its 38th anniversary, the Bali Arts Festival is held with the theme 'Pasuk Wetuning Bhuwana,' which translates to 'Maintaining Universal Balance and Synergy.' The annual festival allows visitors to witness unique artworks, sculptures and art exhibitions. The festival offers visitors open stages, auditoriums and outdoor pav i lions for performances, including traditional and contemporary dance, shadow puppetr y, music compositions and youth competitions. Bali Arts Festival is hosted at the Taman Werdhi Budaya Arts Centre. For more information, visit w w w. baliartsfestival.com

Artjog 2017 19 May–19 June 2017 One of Indonesia’s most successful and largest art fairs is currently underway in Yogyakarta, the city that is known for its contemporary arts scene. The annual art exhibition aims to promote local contemporary fine arts and has attracted more than 50,000 visitors, each year. Since its inception in 2008, Artjog has staged unique exhibitions and programmes that highlight local talents and connect local and international creative professionals. This year, the programmes include a curatorial tour, where visitors will be taken to the exhibition spaces and have the chance to learn from what they find.

They will also get to meet the artists.

Additionally, the ASRI historical tour lets them explore Yogyakarta and its creative climate. There will also be many other daily attractions like live music, contemporary dance, theatre and open air cinema. For more information please visit www. artjog.co.id/en/index.php.

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Ubud Food Festival 12 – 14 May 2017 The Ubud Food Festival (UFF) is back this year with the theme ‘ Eve r y F l avou r I s A S t or y ’.

Returning for the third time this year, UFF will be presenting the archipelago’s most celebrated chefs, restaurateurs, professional food enthusiast and food addicts alike.

The festival will also be welcoming a series of local and international culinary experts, including Tasia and Gracia Seger from Australia; the jungle chef Charles Toto and raw food specialist Arif Springs from Indonesia. the festival will bring an array of Asian flavours to some of Seminyak and Sanur’s most exotic dining destinations. For more information please visit www. ubudfoodfestival.com Balinale International Film Festival Bali 24 – 30 September 2017 This year, the Bali International Film Festival, also known as Balinale, is back with more exciting cultural programmes. The international festival will continue to forge relationships between countries

Bali Blues International Festival 2017 26 -27 May 2017 Bali Blues International Festival invites blues lovers to join one of the island’s most anticipated music celebration. The festival features guest stars like Gugun Blues Shelter, Sixtrings, BluesMates Sekertariat B a l i Gu it a r C lub a nd I nd r a Lesmana. For more information please visit http://balibluesfestival. com Music Ubud Village Jazz Festival 11 -12 August 2017 One of the most anticipated music festivals in Bali is back this year.

The jazz festival is quite a unique one as it not only celebrates music.

There will be workshops for local and national music educators to explore ways for younger people to get more involved in playing jazz.

The annual international jazz festival aims to empower local artists with the unique concept of a village concert. Since its inception in 2013, the concert has garnered

The 11th International Tourism and Hospitality Grand Recruitment 2017 23 – 24 May 2017 The annual International Tourism and Hospitality Grand Recruitment is back this year in Bandung. The event aims to connect employers and job seekers in order to create new possibilities for both parties to work together. This would be the moment when employers can find new and well-qualified talents, while job seekers can explore their chances of getting their dream jobs. Participants of this grand recruitment will go through a selection process, which will be closed on April 30. The event is free of charge and will take place at the campus of Sekolah Tinggi Pariwisata. For more information please visit http://stp-bandung. ac.id/go/index.php/en/

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February 2018. Comprehensive i n su r a nc e c over a g e u nt i l 18 February 2019. Approximately 21,000 km (only used for short distance, ie. to school and office).

Regularly maintained by Honda Fatmawati. Reduced to IDR 275 millions. Available 15 May 2017.

Serious buyers only. If interested, please email: keeas@yahoo.com

Expat is renting out his Toyota Avanza Type G luxury 12-2014.

Perfect condition. Price is 4.5 million rupiah monthly including all risk insurance. Very economical in petrol usage. Condition 100% , Car Video System, More info: amalia.frese@ gmail.com

For sale Mercedes Benz Ty pe S320L, very good condition, Classy, Complete document Rp.295 million (can be negotiated) Contact : (WA only please) +6281290070037 Jobs Available For sale: Rp.27.5 million — 2016 Kawasaki KLX150BF Pisangan, Ciputat-Timur 15419. This bike is perfect. It only has 825 km and just had its 6th-month service. There is one more free service to go. I only use it occasionally; no dirt riding and all wheels have always been on the ground. I'm selling it because a loving wife has given me permission to upgrade. Apparently I am the luckiest man in the world. Call/ WA: Ming +6285781055725 2010 Toyot a Av a n za 150 0 S Automatic for Sale. Only 29,500km, automatic transmission, dual AC, power locks and windows. The car seats a driver plus 4–5 people comfortably. It has a foldable or removable back seat for extra storage. Regularly serviced and well-maintained! Never in a flood or crash. Available now or at the end of May. Excellent overall condition.

Only selling car due to an upcoming move. Asking 115,000,000IDR or about 8,600USD. Motivated to sell!

Contact: jtrontvet10@gmail.com or sms to +6282135220010 for English or+6281932394829 for Bahasa Indonesia.

Automobile for sale: Audi A6 S-Line (2012). New condition, always garaged, driven sparingly by fussy expat owner. 2.8L V6 engine, 18k km, all luxury extras. If you want a superb sedan and do not want to pay new car price, this is the one for you. Rp.530 million. Call or SMS: +62811800604 Honda HR-V E CVT A/T year series 2015. Bought in February 2015 Color: white orchid pearl. 5-seater F i r s t ow ner. ST N K (veh i c le registration certif icate) until 18

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Looking for an energetic and sharp IT Assistant/ Designer : to look after Embassy's social media, web page, do the IT related work and help with designing and preparing material for events etc. Criteria : - Have good command of English - Be punctual and highly interested in social media - have good IT skills - be able to design material like brochures, folder designs, logos etc - Have great organizational skills - be able to provide administrative support - Be energetic, sharp, and available to work long hours when needed if interested please whatsapp +62 8111550020 and send your CV. Supervisor/Assistant Manager for tax and accounting role. Experience as consultant supervising a small team preferred. Relevant degree essential. Tax certification a bonus.

M a rket-beat i ng pack age a nd prospects for the right candidate.

More info: recruitment@vdb-loi. com German language teachers wanted for online language school. Lingoda is an online language school looking to recruit more German teachers.

Teachers can be super flexible with their work hours and location, and get the opportunity to teach a huge range of different students from all over the world. If you have a language teaching certificate, some prior experience, and are a native speaker of the language that you want to teach, we'd love to hear from you! https://www.lingoda. com/german/become-teacher or teacher@lingoda.com Services 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 Photography Made Easy. Learn basic photography in four hours seminar. Saturday July 8 th 2017

8.45 am–12.45 pm. In this seminar you will learn how to shoot (almost) anything! Send email for full details: melbourne@melbournethephoto g rapher.com ( M a r ia) or ca l l: +62816976707 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.

Native Italian teacher in Jakarta.

Private lessons at your home/office.

More than 10 years of experience with students of all ages. Grammar and conversation lessons. Email me at sean.silla@gmail.com or whatsapp +6281298177496 ¡Habla Español! 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 call/WA: +6281298177496 Spanish Tutor: Learn Spanish (IB, IGCSE, DELE) at your place with a DELE-certified examiner from Spain. Most of my students come from International Schools ( J IS and BSJ ). Please call me (Raúl) +628211050 2786. Email: unascartas@yahoo.com Private Bahasa Indonesia Tutor for Foreig n Beg i nners. You'l l learn grammar, pronunciation, conversation, reading etc. Free text books. Low lesson fees. South or Central Jakarta only. Classes upon appointment only. For more info: bahasaprivate@gmail.com Drum lesson at your home. English speaking. Currently teaching at BSJ Bintaro. Please email : ronny@bsj. sch.id or text +628161150874 Flexible schedule. Please call Pak Chairuman +628121037466 or email chairuman1942@gmail.com Need help coaching your workers t he proper English for better communication with you? Very pract ica l a nd a f fordable. No traveling or visitation required.

Please e-mail me the description of: their nature of work, working environment, english expectations, and how soon you'd need them.

Thank you. practicalconversation@ gmail.com Property For r ent : ne w hou s e w it h pool,beautiful garden at compou nd i n kema ng t i mu r. $3500 NOW $3000(furnished) or $2,60 0 (nofurnish only A i r conditioner)..location: Compound facilit y( basket court,beautiful garden and jogging track,one gate system,police office,front of AIS,close to Hero kemang). Land size 400m2. House size 300m2 5 bedroom,5 bathroom,storage,etc More info and pics: +628129302654 or email: balafif@yahoo.com.

Sahid Sudirman apartment for rent Spacious 3BR apartment in Sahid Sudirman Residence, city center and walking distance to a mall, supermarkets and bars.

- Great view (32nd floor), size:130m2 - Price:US$2,500/month (special price 6+mos rent). Service fee + Internet + Cable TV included - fully furnished, premium furniture - fully equipped kitchen Please contact: Nita Widodo (titatop@gmail.com) Jl. Kemang Timur XV No.70A, beautiful, spacious 2 storey hse, 4 bedroom + bath/big terrace, pool garden, close to AIS. For info pls call: +6285881418203 Jl. Kemang IV 6C, 3 storey minimalist, new house, opposite Kemang Village Mall; 4 beds + bath, pool, roof terrace. For info pls call: +6285881418203 Apartment for rent: Bellagio apt kuningan (opposite of Oakwood apa r t ment) Tower B , 3BR , 2 bathrooms, plus 1 maid room, 126 sqm, 2 balconies (1 view to swimming pool and 1 view to Lotte Avenue Mall). Fully furnished, Including dryer, Rent $1,600/month Photos available upon request.

Please contact: Christine (WhatsApp +628161992242). Email: ristine27@ yahoo.co.id For Sale Original teak dining table + 10 chairs: IDR12,000,000. 2 + 2,5 seater couches very good condition and extra pillows: IDR10,000,000.

Cane couch 3m ( corner sofa 1,6)*: IDR4,500,000. TV cabinet*: IDR 1,800,000. Home-theatre system Philips: IDR 1,800,000. Wooden curtain rails with rings and hooks : IDR 250,000 (3,20mx4mx2m).

LG new fridge (6 months old, still under warranty): IDR7,000,000.

Samsung Ecobubble 8,5kg washing machine New*: IDR7,500,000.

Bosch dryer*: IDR 3,000,000.

HP Mini 2010, 150GB memory, Intel Atom CPU 450. Ram 2GB: IDR 2,000,000. Kids high sleeper with mattress: IDR800,000. Bosch Fridge with separate Cool en Freezer *: IDR2,500,000. Teenage study desk and chair: IDR650,000. 1 tennis rackets 8-12 yrs: IDR150,000.

2 shelving units white: IDR100,000 each. Boxing bag: IDR350,000. Lamp: IDR150,000.

2 beanbags: IDR250,000 each.

P ict ures: ht t ps://w w w.f l ick r. com/photos/99906124@N07. To be collected in Kemang (* to be collected in May 2017), SMS/WA on +62811648116.

Blueair Purif ier Classic 203 & 403 for sale. Blueair Classic 403: HEPASilent air purifying system.

Smokestop filter. Suitable for room size up to 34sqm. Less than a year old. Filter changed on 30 March

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Looking for something to buy? 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.

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2017. On price:Rp.6.5million.

Blueair Classic 203 Slim: HEPASilent air purifying system Smokestop filter. Suitable for room size up to 22sqm. Less than a year old. Filter changed on 30 March 2017. On price: Rp.4.5million.

Please leave a message for more information: loviewkq@gmail.com Wine and Spirits for sale !!!

White Wine – German 'Riesling' silver medal – 8 bottles – 400,000 each. Cognac – Remy Martin VSOP – 0.7 l – 900,000. Cognac – Courvoisier VSOP – 1 l – 1,100,000 Whisky – Chivas Regal – 0.7 l – 500,000. Whisky – Dalwhinnie 15 yr single malt – 1,200,000. Gin – Bombay Sapphire – 1 l – 500,000 Rum – Havanna Club 3 yr – 1 l – 400,000. Rum – Havanna Club 7 yr – 0.7 l – 450,000. Rum – Stroh 80% Austria – 1 l – 500,000. Cointreau – 1 l – 500,000. Vodka – Smirnoff – 1 l – 300,000. 43 liqueur – 0.7 l – 400,000. WhatsApp / SMS +628118677819

Yamaha S400B, hand crafted model close to 27 years old. Excellent condition! The length is 6 ft 4 inches or 197 cm, similar to a C6 model, in between a Baby Grand and Full Sized concert grand. No more in production. Keys are ivory laminated. There are only 2 pieces of such models in Jakarta, according to a Yamaha showroom rep. Offer price Rp.190 million (negotiable). To view and try out on piano, please contact Dwi @ +62817111100 or e-mail dwisundjojo@gmail.com Household Staff Available Part-Time Maid available : Watmah works for me 5 days per week (Monday to Friday afternoons) and she is an easy and very pleasant person to have in our home. She is looking for a part time job. Monday to Friday mornings. Watmah works hard and methodically. She is a perfectionist and never cuts corners.

She was always on time for work.

She has a very gentle, unobtrusive personality and so I am comfortable with her around. Her English is good enough to communicate on the job. Her jobs at our house is mainly cleaning, washing and ironing, not cooking but she is able to help with food preparation like washing and chopping fruit and veg. She managed a small budget for gas/water and handled repairmen/AC services etc. very well. Watmah can be reached directly at +628158181067 or whatsapp me +62838 74937373 for reference.

Our former maid, Tati, is looking for a housekeeping job. She helped us for the six years we were in Jakarta and is a great benefit to all. The very best thing about her is that she's perceptive - a great skill to have.

She has very decent English both written and spoken and gets along very well with other staff. She does very competent work and has been an expat maid for about 15 years (I'm estimating). If you're looking for household help without any drama and complete loyalty and security, please feel free to call Tati at 815 86629576. You can also email me at LeahLMathews@gmail.com or Glenys Metters who Tati worked for once we moved at glenys.metters@ gmail.com Excellent guard available. Erwin was a replacement guy for our regular guards from Optima and he worked for us for nearly two years.

He was at our house more often than the guards we were supposed to have. He was never late and he is very reliable and hardworking.

He is very well mannered, always sm i l i ng a nd helps out w it h everything. He is really amazing with dogs (mine used to sleep in his lap every now and then) and he used to play basketball with my son. I highly recommend him. His English could be better but we always found a way to communicate and he is pretty good at using the translator.

If you have any questions please don' t hesit ate to cont a ct me +6281281097916 (Whatsapp) or email me miasniemi@gmail.com Household Staff Needed Nanny (live out) sought in Jakarta Barat (Cent ra l Park). We are seeking a trustworthy, caring and experienced nanny for our 15 months old baby boy. She should be able to communicate with us in English and have references from expat families. The position can be part time or full time and is available asap. Flexibility in working hours would be appreciated. We would be very grateful for any recommendation. Please contact me at +6281280457617.

including the new famous mineral water filter from NASA. You need to be: Positive with enthusiatic attitude, Track record of sales, Excellent reference and passion to want improve people’s lives. Please send CV to: hr@inovasikonsep.com Looking for Work 57 yea rs old , DOS Russia / CIS for 12 years at hotels Group Phuket, Fluent in English, Russian, Mandarin and Bahasa Indonesia.

Please contact : vripin888@gmail. com or SMS +6282210873316 Female looking for part time job as data entry, personnel assistant job. Speak ing and w riting. If possible work from home. Based in Bukit Jimbaran. Please email: flowsbloom@yahoo.com Expat hotel consultant, opening, operation, re-branding. Can speak bahasa, hourly / monthly fee. Please contact: hotelconsultantbali@ outlook.com

Jobs Available

Looking for Assistant teacher for home schooling in Uluwatu. Half day working hour (2pm–5pm).

Please send CV to: christina@ sanurhomeschooling.com Looking for PA for private family.

Must have 10 years experience.

Strong English, basic accounting skills, Computer, please email to: sophia@indigokidsglobal.com We are looking for the very best sales people to join our top team to sell state of art products and technology in the health and wellness sector

Contemporary Bali style home, 15 a re & f reehold. B eaut i f u l gardens impeccably, maintained.

4+bedrooms. 3 bathrooms, pool, 15 minutes outside central ubud. Fully furnished & staffed. Price 525K USD. Appointment only. Owner Ketut : ketut.taylor@gmail.com Villa & Residence for rent daily, weekly , monthly, yearly. Available 1,2,3 bedrooms, fully furnished, hot & cold water, cable TV, swimming pool, parking lot, free wifi, 5 minutes to the beach and International school. Call : +6281238735 174 Others

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Need experienced Preschool and Sport teacher (WNI only), can speak and write English, please contact : +6285239127369

the road with his ducks on a regular basis. Read our guest reviews - they tell the story, as it is. Welcome to our peaceful, magical villa in the rice fields. Stay for the weekend or longer. Specials @ 35% off May and June. See details on: www. villadamee.com

Villa Damee Ubud, Bali – 35% off May and June. your weekend away or stay longer. Escape to Bali and enjoy a beautifully appointed private villa with huge spring fed pool which offers a perfect mix of seclusion and activity. A free shuttle runs 2 x a day to Ubud and you are located in a peaceful location surrounded by nature only 4.5 kms from Ubud.

Discover volcanos, ancient hidden temples close by, cycle routes in quiet village lanes and rice field walks.

Villa cook included, fre breakfast daily and 24 hour security. The location is Pejeng Village, a quiet village with 10 th-century temples all around and perfect for cycling on the back roads or walking in the late afternoon, where you can meet the duck farmer, who walks along

BORNEO CULTURAL TOUR: Want to see more of Indonesia?

Would you like to attend a local Festival with over 150 Dayak tribes from all over Kalimantan (Borneo)?

This event is unique. Dates: May 19-24, 2017 Gawai Festival in West Kalimantan. Very personalised tour led by David Metcalf, AKA Dayak Dave who has personally invited a troupe of Lakota dancers from Standing Rock, South Dakota and we have secured VIP seating!

Festival highlights: street parade with thousands of Dayak warriors, evening performances with gala displays of dancing and traditional music and singing, and a variety of traditional games including blowpipe competitions. Full programme daily, delicious traditional food, surprise events and non-stop action. This is a unique tour and every year fills very fast. Just 2 places left. Jakarta to Pontianak only 1 hour. http://www. davidmetcalfphotography.com/ package/borneo-cultural-tour-2017

O p en Ca st i ng F i l m: Shot at Edinburgh (Scotland), London (England) & Jakarta (Indonesia) Production July–Aug ust 2017.

Cast i ng Ja kar ta. L ook i ng for Male 12–14 yo, Caucasian (or mix Caucasian) can speak English (much better if can do Scotish accent).

Female 25–30 yo, Caucasian, good looking, Slim, can speak English (much better if can do English accent). Male 30-35 yo, Caucasian, can speak english (much better if can do English accent). Male 6-8 yo, Arabic, can speak bahasa. For more info Sanca Khatulistiwa, WA: +6285770941000. Email: sanca. khatulistiwa@gmail.com

Immigration Office. Less than 10 mins to Papaya Supermarket. Less than 15 mins to Pakuwon Mall, Lenmarc Mall, TransMart, Ranch Market, Citraland Residence, Ciputra University and Ciputra World. Rules : No Guests, No Party, No Drugs. One bedroom only for one person. Contact : aixiang_ kong@yahoo.com.sg

BANDUNG Property

I am looking for a electric deep fryer with a lid that closes and has temperature control. You can send me a whatsapp +6281293496206 I am looking for a second hand playstation 3 or 4. Please contact me at jakartalinks@gmail.com Best deal! Rare f ind! Excellent condition! It's time to make your house into a home with these 45 years old Balinese Antiques! Made from high quality woods such as Teak and Ebony coupled with intricate craftsmanship, these 3 statues stand elegantly at an average height of 1.6 meters and weigh about 65 kg. The asking price is Rp.150 million/statue (negotiable).

Hurry and make an appointment for viewing! To view, please call Dwi @ +62817111100 or e-mail dwisundjojo@gmail.com

SURABAYA

4 bedroom house for rent bandung West Java. A cozy 4 bedroom house, three floors with spacious garage for 4 cars. 1 maid bedroom + toilet, Fully equipped kitchen. Dining tables on first and second floor. All 4 bedrooms has its own ensuite. Very spacious living family area on the third floor with city view. This house is fully furnished, include 2 fridges, stove, microwave , oven, toaster, and eating utensils. All bedrooms are air conditioned, decorated with simple and elegant furnitures.

Email: ttanaya@yahoo.com

SUMATRA Property

Property Two Bedrooms available for rent in West side of Surabaya. Two bedrooms available on the West side of Surabaya (Darmo Satelit Surabaya). These two bedrooms will have to share one full bathroom.

Each room will have aircon, fully furnished, Wif i and T V cable provided. Mineral water is available.

Carport. Safe gated neighborhood.

Share one fridge. 15 mins from Gresik. Less than 5 mins from Margomulyo. Less than 5 mins from Mitra Keluarga International Hospital. Walking distance to

House For Sale in Riau (Pekanbaru) Kota Jl. Arengka. Land Area 300m Building area 120m. Facilities 3 bedrooms, living room, garage fit for 2 to 3 cars, front yard, backyard made room and there is room 1, bathroom 2 front back. Contact Person : Andri +6281931381644 IDR900,000,000 (Negotiable)

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Are you unhappy? Some words on feeling depressed…

Depression is more than feeling unhappy or fed up for a few days. More than 300 million people suffer with depression according to the WHO. It is the leading cause for mental and physical disability. What would you do when you are feeling low in Jakarta? Most people have periods of feeling down, but when you're depressed you feel sad for weeks or months. Some people think depression is not a genuine health condition. Depression is a real illness with real symptoms. Depression isn't a sign of weakness or something you can stop by "pulling yourself together". With the right treatment and support, most people with depression can make a full recovery.

How do you know you are depressed?

Depression cause a wide variety of symptoms. Some people have lasting feelings of unhappiness and hopelessness, to losing interest in the things you used to enjoy and feeling very tearful. Many people with depression also have feelings of anxiety. You can have physical symptoms like feeling constantly tired, sleeping badly, lack of appetite or sex drive, and various aches and pains.

The symptoms of depression range from mild to severe. At its mildest, you may simply feel low in spirit, while severe depression can make you feel suicidal. Most people experience feelings of stress, unhappiness or anxiety during difficult times. A low mood may improve after a short period of time, rather than being a sign of depression.

How to treat…

Treatment for depression can involve a combination of lifestyle changes, talking therapies and medication. If you have mild depression, your doctor may suggest watchful waiting. They may also suggest lifestyle measures such as exercise.

Talking therapies are used for mild depression that isn't improving or moderate depression. Antidepressants are also sometimes prescribed. For moderate to severe depression, a combination of talking therapy and antidepressants is often recommended.

If you have severe depression, you may be referred to a specialist mental health team for intensive specialist talking treatments and prescribed medication. Start by talking to your GP. He or she should have the skills to diagnose you and to make a management plan for you.

Talk about it! If you have a good relationship with a trusted doctor in Jakarta you can find ways to cope with depression. He or she may be able to help you. Please note that there are some good counsellors available in Jakarta. Some are fluent in English (or other languages), a good clinic should be in a position to help you further.

Living with depression

It's important to seek help from your doctor (read GP) if you think you may be depressed.

The sooner you see a doctor, the sooner you can be on the way to recovery.

Many people with depression benefit by making lifestyle changes. Reading a self-help book can help you gain a better understanding about what causes you to feel depressed.

Sharing your experiences with others in a similar situation can also be very supportive.

If you are in doubt or if you want to know more you should try and talk to your doctor.

Find a clinic that you are comfortable with to discuss these matters.

What are the causes of depression?

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

When should you see a doctor?

Sometimes there's a trigger for depression. Life-changing events, such as bereavement, losing your job, changing countries or even having a baby, can bring it on. People with a family history of depression are more likely to experience it themselves. But you can also become depressed for no obvious reason.

Everyone can get depressed. If you are not sure about your feelings or if you have any concerns about your low mood, you should talk to your trusted medical practitioner. He or she can address any physical issues and he should be able to recognize true depression.

www.goodpractice.co.id

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.

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