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Upd. 03/11/26 at 09:56
Air New Zealand to Launch Direct Christchurch–Bali Flights

Air New Zealand is planning a direct flight to Bali from Christchurch, the largest city on New Zealand's South Island.

The flights are expected to run three times a week during the New Zealand winter of 2027, until the end of August. The route still needs approval from aviation authorities and airports.

Air New Zealand to Launch Direct Christchurch–Bali Flights
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Upd. 03/11/26 at 01:21
Two Missing After Landslide Hits Bali Glamping Site

At the Pelaga Eco Park glamping site in Bali's mountains, a landslide and a torrent of water destroyed several guest structures.

Of the 23 people staying there overnight, 21 were evacuated. Two, a foreigner and an Indonesian citizen, were swept away by the current and had not been found by Monday morning.

Two Missing After Landslide Hits Bali Glamping Site
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02/11/26
02/11/26
“The chairman explained that the Bukit needs 2,000 litres per second, while that amount of money would only cover about 1,500.” - I think it would cover 2000 but there would be no room for corruption :)
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Upd. 03/11/26 at 01:13
Mandalika Is Getting a Water Park and Go-Kart Track

In the Mandalika resort area in Lombok, a water park is set to open next to the Pullman hotel in March 2027.

Meanwhile, a go-kart track called Niti Sirkuit is being built next to the circuit that hosts a round of MotoGP. It wasn't ready in time for the October race because the karts and equipment have n…

Mandalika Is Getting a Water Park and Go-Kart Track
Visas & extensions
01/11/26 at 18:17
Permanent Residency in Bali: Who Qualifies and How to Get It

It is possible to get permanent residency in Bali, but in most cases you first need to obtain a temporary residence permit, known as a KITAS.

After several years, provided you meet the requirements of immigration law, it can be replaced with a KITAP, which is a permanent residence permit.

Permanent Residency in Bali: Who Qualifies and How to Get It
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01/11/26 at 18:04
Denpasar–Canggu Tunnel Delayed Until 2028

The authorities have decided against taking out a loan of 1.67 trillion rupiah, about 92 million dollars, in 2027 for the tunnel between Denpasar and Canggu.

The start of work has been pushed back to 2028. A technical review showed that construction could not begin in 2027. The authorities chose not to take out the loan in advance, before work had started…

Denpasar–Canggu Tunnel Delayed Until 2028
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31/10/26
31/10/26
Bali tide chart for November 2026 has been added. The chart is in the first post of the topic.
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Upd. 31/10/26
Tourists Escape Burning Boat Near Nusa Penida

A snorkelling boat caught fire off Nusa Penida.

Four foreign tourists and their guide jumped from it into the water. No one was killed, but the captain suffered burns to his legs.

Tourists Escape Burning Boat Near Nusa Penida