Bali Governor Wayan Koster stated that Bali is currently in chaos, and if the situation continues, the island’s tourism image could be seriously damaged. His statement came in response to numerous rep…
The year 2025 should be the last when drinks can be bought in Bali in plastic containers of less than 1 liter. The ban on small bottles and cups will come into effect on January 1, 2026. Governor Waya…
Despite skepticism from some Bali expats, the new airport in the north of the island seems to be happening. And quite soon.
The President of Indonesia has included it in the list of priority national projects for 2025–2029. Along with the airport, it features the Bali metro and several major highways that are expected to f…
Bali’s famously bold and unconventional governor, Wayan Koster, has confirmed a new initiative: starting in 2025, children born with the traditional Balinese Hindu names Nyoman and Ketut will receive…
Bali Governor Wayan Koster has once again addressed the issue of tourist motorbike regulations. In his opinion, foreigners ride motorbikes too unsteadily. He plans to introduce a regional regulation…
The highly unpopular decree issued by the former governor Wayan Koster, prohibiting the ascent of 22 peaks on the island of Bali on May 31, 2023, is currently powerless and being ignored. Restrictions…
The Bali General Election Commission (KPU) has officially announced the victory of Wayan Koster and Nyoman Giri Prasta in the 2024 Bali gubernatorial and vice-gubernatorial elections. The open plenary…
Bali’s authorities are increasingly working to tackle the island’s three main issues: waste, traffic congestion, and the inappropriate behavior of some tourists. Bali Governor Wayan Koster highlighted…
The residents of Bali Province have learned the name of their “new old” governor. After counting 90% of the ballots, it was revealed to be Wayan Koster, a figure well-known to many expats. Koster hims…
The familiar and convenient 0.5-liter water bottles are now officially banned. Starting May 30, 2025, hoteliers, restaurateurs, and workers in other tourist facilities are prohibited from using plasti…
