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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. 2, 2026
Residents living and working in Bali’s coastal areas are urged to remain alert after the Meteorology, Climatology, and Geophysics Agency (BMKG) Region III issued an early warning for potential maximum high tides from March 2 to March 9, 2026.
Mar. 2, 2026
Komotra Taxi Cooperative in Bali has begun deploying electric vehicles to replace aging units in its fleet, marking a shift toward low-emission transport in the island’s tourism sector.
Mar. 1, 2026
A magnitude 4.7 earthquake shook much of Bali on Sunday morning (March 1), prompting residents in several areas to leave their homes as tremors were felt across the island.
Mar. 1, 2026
The Bali Natural Resources Conservation Agency (BKSDA) has introduced updated tariffs for video and photography activities in Nature Tourism Parks (TWA) across Bali, in accordance with Government Regulation No. 36 of 2024.
Feb. 28, 2026
Bali’s residential property market showed solid performance in the fourth quarter of 2025, with sales continuing to grow positively, according to the latest survey by Bank Indonesia (BI) Bali Province.
Feb. 28, 2026
Three environmental community groups have formally reported an alleged environmental crime following the death of hundreds of mangrove trees in the Benoa area near the Bali Mandara Toll Road.
Feb. 27, 2026
Bali Police have intensified their investigation into the alleged kidnapping of a 28-year-old Ukrainian national identified by initials IK, uncovering blood traces at a villa in Tabanan and inside a rented vehicle believed to have been used by the suspects.
Feb. 27, 2026
A 57-year-old British national was killed in a traffic collision at the three-way intersection of Jalan Imam Bonjol and Jalan Pulau Galang, Kilometer 5, West Denpasar, early Friday morning.
Feb. 27, 2026
A laboratory analysis conducted by researchers from Udayana University has confirmed that a mass die-off of mangrove trees in South Bali was caused by diesel fuel contamination.
Feb. 27, 2026
The Denpasar District Court has sentenced British national Kial Garth Robinson to 11 years in prison after finding him guilty of smuggling 1.3 kilograms of cocaine into Bali.
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.