Bali Friday Edition 27

Bali Crackdown: 28 Buildings Under Investigation for Illegal Construction

August 15, 2025

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Top Stories

Badung Regency Government Investigates 28 Buildings at Balangan and Melasti Suspected of Violating Zoning Regulations

Sanur Launches Free Electric Shuttle Bus Trial for Tourists and Locals

Six Chinese Tourists Involved in Altercation at Sanur Restaurant

Bali Governor and Badung Regent Conduct Inspection of Development at Berawa Beach

No Weekend Plans?

Connect with other digital nomads, join networking events, or explore Bali on trips together. Here’s what’s going on this weekend.

Saturday, 16 August

  • Dream Woman Bali Gathering

  • Breathwork Club

  • Explore North Bali's Waterfalls & Temple

  • Impact Trip: Picnic & Secret Waterfall Tour

  • A Writing Workshop for Men & Women

  • The Science of Stress & How to Manage It

  • Astroquest: Sky Lanterns & Milky Way

  • Independence Day Competition

  • Long Termers Meet – Saturday Chats

Sunday, 17 August

  • Celebrate Indonesia's 80th Independence Day

  • Conscious Connected Breathwork & Bodywork

  • Smoke and Spice

  • Sunday Board Game Night

  • Sunday Movie Night (Lilo And Stitch)

Helpful Bali resources

Choosing a safe and reasonably-priced ferry company for your trip to Nusa Penida, Nusa Lembongan or the Gili Islands

Guides to no-gojek zones in Canggu, Padang Bai, Nusa Penida, and Bali's airport