Category: Australia

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

With Australians’ discretionary spending on the rise, consumers are heading back to restaurants – but with a sharper focus on value, convenience and frequency – according to newly-released research from Rabobank. In the report, Australian foodservice: QSR expansion is changing the landscape, the specialist food and agribusiness bank’s RaboResearch division says Australia’s foodservice sector is back […]

Coles launched its annual International Women’s Day appeal today to help empower vulnerable women as new research from Australian women’s charity Fitted for Work reveals a third of the Aussie population (34%) say they are likely to look for a new job in 2026. The research commissioned by Fitted for Work revealed: Three quarters of Aussies that […]

Bali remains one of Asia’s most desirable destinations for villa development, attracting foreign investors drawn by tourism demand, lifestyle appeal, and long-term rental potential. Yet as investment has surged, so has regulatory scrutiny. Authorities across the island have stepped up enforcement against unlicensed construction, improper zoning, and villas operating without certification. For investors, the message […]

Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, has introduced EVlink Pro DC 720, a next generation electric vehicle (EV) charging solution designed for commercial and industrial sites, public charging hubs, and fleet operators. Delivering up to 720 kW of power and capable of charging up to 12 vehicles simultaneously, the system supports the growing demand […]

Introduces the “Perimeter Defense” model, focusing on external barriers to prevent indoor infestations. BYFORD, WA – Maintaining the boundary between the natural environment and living spaces is a primary challenge for property owners in Western Australia. KM Pest Control Perth has refined its residential service model to emphasize “Perimeter Defense,” a method designed to improve […]