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@ Mark Lindsay. The Contractor we used is called Hendrik (081 3385 53020), based in Kerobokan. I understanding that he is currently completing some villa projects. On the subject of drawings for the IMB, we almost completed our renovation of the house before the IMB was approved... and the...

Hi Sally. Our house in Kerobokan is built on an ex-rice field (last time it was a rice field was 1990 according to our land records). Our house is raised, like most Balinese places, and we have found that there is water layer around 1m below our garden and solid rock at 12m. So, for us, the area...

Hi Guys, Any one have advice on how to repair the stone surface of Batu Sikat? The small stones have lifted and the Contractor who did the work has vanished (so much for the guarantee). It seems the repair work is too small for other Batu Sikat contractors, so I have to do it myself as the...

When I was bringing back 2 PC from Malaysia, I was advised that if I carried them, it was personal items = no import tax. If I left them in the boxes I bought them in, then it was likely to be considered as 'commercial' - to be sold to someone in Indonesia = import tax due. I carried one in the...

As she is on Parole, I expect that she is techincally still under Indonesian Government Prisoner rules, so anything she wants to do has to be approved by the Indonesian Government... or it's back to Kerobokan Jail. I am sure that Corby will scream about her 'rights' to make mega bucks, but she...

If the previous tenants took the floor and ladder with them, then I expect that it was a fairly basic timber floor. Giving advice without seeing what you are dealing with not possible, but there are timber yards on Jln Malboro (Denpasar end of the road) where you can buy thick sheets of...

We have a PIN card reader, but for Nationwide (UK), for internet banking. Is it the same card reader that you are looking for? If so, send me a text on 085857 012490, and maybe we can meet up so you can make at least one transaction. Good luck.

I would be interested in your experience with your one-to-one teacher. I, too, am in Kerobokan, and had a one-to-one teacher when I lived in Denpasar (which was very good at the time.) I have tried some qualified teachers teaching one-to-one, and some are not as good as I would have expected. I...

Curiously, the promoter of Prabowo links this ex-General to the Chinese business success. However, I understand this was the same guy who 'promoted' the anti-Chinese riots across Indonesia in the 1990's, in order to gain political power (and, it is suggested by non-supporters, a great deal of...

I will be interested to see and hear the reaction from other Indonesian provenances, especially when the Aceh Governement starts to implement very strict radical Islamic rules, and the related responses of the political Indonesian Islamic Parties on the run up to the Presidential elections. I am...

I drive a car here, and have done for 3 years. If there are formal driving rules, I don't think many know them. The only tip I can give is to drive slowly, and be prepared to use the horn when overtaking any other vehicle (cows get damn jittery when they get scared by a car or truck horn, so...

Hi Ibis, I think I covered a lot of my views in another response to you, but, just in case, I would recommend you find a Notaris who has PPAT (they proudly display that qualification on their business cards and offices) for the area in which you are planning to rent. I would recommend that any...

Hi ibis, Get your rental agreement checked by a qualified lawyer, rather than a commission based estate agent (who have been known to ask for 20% of the total rental for the 'service'). I would suggest that you look for a Notaris who has PPAT (they are the ones who deal with land transactions)...

@ Gozer. When I lived in Denpasar I went to Marramba Fittness (Jln Tukad Badung, Gang 25, Renon). The place was very well fitted out, and it did have a (very welcome) saunas to ease pains. The Instructors & staff were very helpful and helped in preparing the best exercises for me. The group of...

Hi Nick. Setting a budget is a good idea, but be aware that inflation is (depending on what you buy) usually around 15%. For Seminyak, you should allow at least Rp 1,500,000 a week but you really need to look around to get a good idea of prices. You may be able to get cheaper, but the quality of...

I fear this topic is moving dangerously toward Indonesian Politics (which my visa agent says I must not get involved in!), but the likelihood of any Jakartan Government allowing Bali to become independent (and thus keep its Revenue Income) is the same as seeing pigs fly (IMHO). However, the...

Hi Nick, in answer to your questions; I think many resident ex-pats here are a little over 30, but (generally) they are younger at heart than those who have remained in their own countries. Being willing and able to adapt to new cultures and experiences keeps most of us ex-pats mentally young...

Hi Wayne, In Denpasar (Renon area by the central park) most Sunday mornings there appears to be a mass gathering of cyclists. How it is organised I am afraid I don't know (I don't use a bicycle these days!). But there is a big build-your-own bicycle shop on the Sanur by-pass. Same side of the...

Hi Georgie, I have been following this thread with interest, especially as I am sure that you are not alone (trying to keep to the Rules, but have a life to live too). However, as far as I am aware, the Authorities generally only get involved when "illegal activity" is reported to them, and...

Hi Surfer Moe, If you get stuck, then try Carrafour (Sunset Road) or Hypermarket (at Gallaria, By Pass - Kuta end) as I think they have kids helmets. It maybe a long way to go, but if you are likely to shopping there, then it makes sense to look.... if only to get a good idea on what you should...