Official Ignorance Is Not Bliss
If Indonesia’s greatest crime of the past century remains swept under the carpet – and cannot even be discussed at a book festival – then
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Singing in the Rain: Ikatan Sindroma Down Indonesia Makes Waves with Gigi Art of Dance
Gigi Art of Dance recognizes how dance belongs to anyone, without exception to those with disabilities. The dance school welcomes students with Down syndrome to
The Ancient Temple of Gunung Padang
The recent revelation that Gunung Padang, a megalithic site south of Cianjur in West Java, almost certainly conceals a step pyramid dating back to beyond
Burnin’ Rubber Time
Jakarta isn’t looking so hot at the moment, what with streets being torn up left, right and centre in a bid to ease its transportation
A Princess’ Story: Meet Jero Asri Kerthyasa
The former Jane Gillespie of Australia met Prince Tjorkoda Raka Kerthyasa of the Ubud Royal Family while on holiday in Bali in the late seventies.
Why is Gili Trawangan a Hotspot for Illegal Drugs in Indonesia?
Despite evidence that shows Gili Trawangan is a hub for meth and ecstasy, the Government remains mildly concerned with its role in regional drug trafficking.
Bringing Sushi Back
Our expert epicure continues an undercover operation to bring you the truth about Jakarta’s dining scene. No spoon is left unturned in the quest for
China to Build Indonesia’s High-Speed Train, Experts Remain Cautious
China won the bid over Japan to build the first high-speed rail line in West Java. The Government hopes for an economics boost. Experts weigh
Proof that Not Refusing to Save the Planet Might Not be a Bad Idea
Most people will be very surprised to learn that the world’s population of polar bears has shrunk by almost 60 percent in the last 30
The Great Degradable Swindle
Consumers in Indonesia will have noticed that plastic bags from leading chains of convenience stores and supermarkets are now labelled ‘green’ and ‘degradable’. But are
XS Project: Going Against the Odds to Save Trash Pickers
Aiming to break the generational cycle of trash pickers, XS Project creates and sells products made out of waste materials. Despite serious obstacles, their priority
Trash Talk
“Ours is a culture and a time as immensely rich in trash as it is in treasures.” – Ray Bradbury One of the main criticisms
Serving the Greater Good: Meet Michael Franti
Michael Franti is an internationally-acclaimed musician and lead vocalist of Michael Franti and Spearhead, who is also a global activist for social justice and spiritual
Then Trash Became Ffrash: Meet Karin van Horssen and Renate Suurd-Joossink
Ffrash produces high-quality, sustainable design furniture and home interior products from trash, giving former street children a chance at a better life. Their values? 100
Second-hand Furniture Shopping
REDUCE the consumption of fresh raw materials REUSE anything that is not terminally damaged RECYCLE waste materials into new products We have all heard the
Antiques Hunting in Surabaya
East Java resident, Graeme Steel, takes us shopping for antiques in Indonesia’s second largest city, and reveals where to search for its hidden trinkets. Indonesia
Farm to Table at Potato Head
Deep in darkest SCBD, like its namesake, a restaurant group grows in the city’s cupboard, sprouting offshoots of its particular brand of culinary creativity. Annali
10,000 Local and International Residents Come Together for a Cleaner Jakarta
On Sunday, October 18 2015, Clean Up Jakarta Day was back for its third time to carry out its mission of raising awareness for a
Indonesian Communities Awarded United Nations Development Programme Equator Prize
The United Nation Development Programme’s Equator Initiative recently announced the 2015 winners of its prestigious Equator Prize. Having attracted 1,461 entries from 126 countries, the
Producing Durable Pallets from Recycled Plastic Waste
Bali (and Indonesia) has received a lot of negative press in recent years with regards to plastic litter. This issue, we meet with PT Enviro
Facing Desperate Waste Problems, Indonesia Hustles to Find Answers
The Government says it will improve the garbage bank system in a bid to ease some of the burden from Indonesia’s landfills. Sofia Blake,