As global companies reassess expansion plans amid slowing growth in developed economies, supply chain realignments, and ongoing geopolitical uncertainty, Southeast Asia remains firmly on the radar. Within the region, Indonesia is frequently cited as a market with long-term potential—but also one that demands careful strategic judgment rather than optimism alone. In 2026, Indonesia presents a […]
BCNA urges young women outside national screening guidelines to remain vigilant about fast-growing breast cancer frequently missed or misdiagnosed
Breast Cancer Network Australia (BCNA) is highlighting the critical need for early detection of Triple Negative Breast Cancer (TNBC) ahead of Awareness Day on Tuesday March 3, warning that this fast-growing subtype of cancer is frequently missed or misdiagnosed in younger Australian women who sit outside the national screening program. With high profile journalist Cassandra Thorburn recently […]
Bali’s Investment Landscape in 2026 Is Being Redefined by Local Priorities
As Bali enters 2026, its investment environment is undergoing one of the most deliberate recalibrations in recent memory. Long defined internationally by tourism and lifestyle appeal, the island is now positioning itself as a more selective investment destination—one where foreign capital is welcome, but increasingly expected to align with local economic priorities, environmental sustainability, and […]
Bali Draws a Hard Line on Business Activities Under Tourist Visas
Bali’s global appeal has never been in question. Over the past decade, the island has evolved from a short-stay holiday destination into a long-term base for remote workers, entrepreneurs, and creative professionals from around the world. Yet alongside this growth has come a regulatory tension that is increasingly shaping Bali’s immigration landscape: the widespread misuse […]
Schools on the frontline as Australian children grapple with trauma
As the news cycle shows, Australia and the world are confronting deeply distressing events, with experts warning that schools are increasingly carrying the emotional fallout. Children are coming to school carrying fear, grief and stress caused by events that shake their sense of safety and the effects are showing up through anxiety, withdrawal, aggression and […]
What Cause Rejected Expat Work Permit Applications
Indonesia continues to rely on foreign professionals to support growth in sectors ranging from technology and manufacturing to hospitality and consulting. Yet for many employers, bringing expatriate talent into the country has become more challenging than expected. Despite regulatory streamlining under the Job Creation Law, rejections of Expat Work Permit applications—particularly those involving the RPTKA—remain […]
Understanding Indonesia’s Visa Options for Long-Term Living
For many foreign nationals, retiring in Bali represents a rare combination of affordability, lifestyle, and cultural richness. The island’s established expatriate communities, modern healthcare options, and comparatively lower living costs continue to attract retirees from Europe, Australia, and North America. Yet while Bali may feel welcoming, the ability to live there legally depends almost entirely […]
Media Release – ACCAN welcomes people-first review of Triple Zero framework
Peak communications consumer body ACCAN has welcomed the Minister for Communications’, Anika Wells MP, announcement today of the imminent commencement of a comprehensive review of Australia’s Triple Zero (000) legislative and regulatory framework. This is a key step towards strengthening public safety and rebuilding national trust in the emergency call system. Speaking at an event […]
Dormant Companies in Indonesia: Why Inactivity Does Not Mean No Obligations
Across Indonesia’s business landscape, thousands of companies exist in a state often described as “dormant.” These are entities—both local PTs and foreign-owned PT PMAs—that have paused operations due to funding constraints, restructuring decisions, or postponed expansion plans. While inactivity may be operationally accurate, it is legally misleading. In Indonesia, a company that is no longer […]
From trash to treasure: turning high-emissions waste into fertiliser
UNSW engineers have tackled a longstanding problem at the heart of global agriculture: how to make urea for fertiliser without the intensity of emissions associated with fossil-fuel-powered factories. The solution is outlined in a study published recently in Nature Communications. Corresponding author Associate Professor and Scientia Fellow Dr Rahman Daiyan from UNSW Sydney’s School of Minerals and Energy Resources […]