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This page provides curated news and public updates from Denpasar City, the administrative capital of Bali. Coverage includes government announcements, public safety notices, urban developments, traffic updates, and events relevant to residents, expatriates, and visitors.
Mar. 18, 2026
Indonesia could lose an estimated 5,500 international visitors per day due to the ongoing Middle East conflict, with potential foreign exchange losses reaching IDR 184.8 billion daily if mitigation measures are not implemented promptly.
Mar. 17, 2026
Indonesia’s Ministry of Culture is preparing to hold the Culture, Heritage, Art, Narrative, Diplomacy and Innovation (CHANDI) Summit again in Bali, with the international cultural forum scheduled to take place in August 2026 in Nusa Dua, Badung Regency.
Mar. 16, 2026
Bali Governor Wayan Koster said the Indonesian Attorney General’s Office has recommended strengthening the collection system for Bali’s foreign tourist levy, including possible involvement from immigration authorities to improve compliance.
Mar. 15, 2026
Bali Police say their foreign visitor monitoring system, known as Cakrawasi (Cakra Pengawasan Orang Asing), has played a role in assisting investigations involving foreign nationals, including a recent kidnapping case linked to a Nigerian suspect.
Mar. 14, 2026
Bali Police have introduced a new online monitoring system aimed at improving oversight of foreign nationals staying on the island and identifying unregistered accommodations often linked to criminal activity.
Mar. 13, 2026
Indonesia’s Attorney General’s Office has begun gathering information following a complaint alleging potential misuse of authority related to Bali’s foreign tourist levy, a fee charged to international visitors entering the island.
Mar. 12, 2026
Indonesia’s Financial Services Authority (OJK) has issued a new regulation governing the use of foreign workers in the banking sector, aiming to strengthen governance while ensuring structured knowledge transfer to Indonesian professionals.
Mar. 12, 2026
Bali Governor Wayan Koster has intensified preparations for the development of a waste-to-energy (WtE) facility that is expected to become a long-term solution for the island’s growing waste management challenges.
Mar. 11, 2026
Bali police have stepped up monitoring of foreign nationals on the island following several serious criminal incidents involving foreigners, including a recent kidnapping and mutilation case involving a Ukrainian national.
Mar. 11, 2026
Indonesia’s sovereign investment agency has announced a strategic partner to develop a waste-to-energy facility in Denpasar, a project aimed at addressing Bali’s growing waste challenges while generating electricity.
Ogoh-ogoh are giant effigies paraded through villages across Bali on the night before Nyepi. This tradition, held during Pengerupukan, symbolizes the purification of negative forces and has become one of the island’s most visually striking cultural events.
The Bali Provincial Government has released the official Calendar of Events 2026, outlining cultural festivals, sports events, exhibitions, and public activities scheduled throughout the year.
Nyepi is Bali’s annual Day of Silence, observed as the Saka New Year by Balinese Hindus. Marked by a complete pause in public activity across the island, Nyepi reflects deep cultural values of reflection, balance, and harmony with nature.
Kuta Beach is one of Bali’s most well-known coastal destinations, offering easy access, a long shoreline, and a key role in the island’s tourism history.
Indonesia requires foreign visitors to meet specific passport validity rules before entry. This guide explains the minimum validity requirements, common mistakes, and what travelers should check before visiting Indonesia.
Kelingking Beach is one of Bali’s most recognizable natural landmarks, known for its dramatic cliff formation and sweeping ocean views. This guide explains where it is, how to get there, what to expect on site, and important safety tips for visitors.