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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.
Dec. 31, 2025
Indonesia’s Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has issued an early warning for maximum sea tides along several coastal areas of Bali, expected to occur between January 1 and January 6, 2026.
Dec. 29, 2025
The Bali Regional House of Representatives (DPRD Bali) has officially passed a draft regional regulation on controlling the conversion of productive land and banning nominee-based land ownership schemes into law.
Dec. 29, 2025
Bali’s rapidly expanding tourism development has delivered broad economic benefits, but experts warn it is also creating long-term risks, particularly through accelerated land conversion that is increasingly affecting local communities and agricultural sustainability.
Dec. 28, 2025
Flooding struck the Bumi Ayu Road area in Sanur on Sunday (December 28, 2025), forcing the evacuation of several foreign and Indonesian residents after heavy rainfall inundated low-lying neighborhoods.
Dec. 27, 2025
A traditional pinisi vessel named Sharandy of The Seas sank while moored at Serangan Harbor, South Denpasar, on Saturday (December 27, 2025). All crew members and workers on board were safely evacuated, with no casualties reported.
Dec. 27, 2025
The Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) has issued an early warning for high waves in several Bali waters, with wave heights expected to reach up to four meters between December 27 and 30, 2025.
Dec. 25, 2025
Bali Governor Wayan Koster has firmly dismissed circulating social media claims suggesting a decline in foreign tourist arrivals, calling the narrative misleading and inconsistent with official data.
Dec. 23, 2025
The Denpasar Traffic Police (Satlantas Polresta Denpasar) have prepared a traffic management plan to anticipate a surge in vehicles during New Year’s Eve celebrations leading into 2026.
Dec. 23, 2025
Bali Governor Wayan Koster has clarified that the proposed regional regulation on controlling productive land conversion and banning land ownership through nominee arrangements applies exclusively to foreign nationals, not Indonesian citizens.
Dec. 21, 2025
Bali continues to rank among Indonesia’s most popular destinations for domestic and international travelers through 2024 and into 2025.
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.