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Indonesia’s efforts to modernize its business environment have made company formation easier than ever, particularly through digital licensing systems and risk-based regulation. However, recent regulatory developments suggest that authorities are placing greater emphasis on operational substance, particularly for businesses operating in sectors subject to closer oversight. One example is the implementation of PP No. 3/2026,…

Bunbury community members tied up their laces and showed up in force last weekend for the 2026 Bunbury Memory Walk & Jog – throwing their support behind people impacted by dementia whilst getting active to improve their brain health. More than 100 people walked, ran and jogged to the finish line to raise an impressive total…

Explore the rise of Halal Restaurant Bali experiences, from authentic Middle Eastern cuisine to local flavors in Bali’s top dining destinations. Halal Restaurant Bali at a Glance Bali has long been recognized as one of the world’s leading tourism destinations, attracting millions of visitors annually from every corner of the globe. As international travel continues…

Australia’s energy transition is often discussed at grid scale: new renewables, new transmission and more storage. All of that matters. But the next phase of electrification will also be shaped by what happens inside the buildings, depots, campuses and facilities that use electricity every day.  As more of our economy electrifies, power distribution becomes a…

Peak communications consumer body ACCAN says today’s Vodafone outage is another reminder that Australians are increasingly dependent on telecommunications services that are not subject to the same reliability expectations as other essential services. The outage affected Vodafone customers across Australia, disrupting access to calls, mobile data and other services relied upon by millions of consumers…

Australia’s visual arts scene has developed through a layered history that reflects both European influence and Indigenous heritage. Early colonial art in the 18th and 19th centuries was heavily shaped by European settlers who documented the unfamiliar Australian landscape. Artists such as John Glover and Eugene von Guérard focused on vast terrains, often romanticizing the…

Foreign investors operating in Indonesia are facing greater scrutiny as immigration authorities place increased emphasis on verifying whether companies sponsoring visas and residence permits are conducting genuine business activities. The trend reflects broader efforts to strengthen compliance oversight and ensure that corporate structures are being used for legitimate commercial purposes. While many foreign entrepreneurs focus…

A new AHURI report led by RMIT researchers has found market volatility is the biggest barrier to lifting housing construction in Australia, with boom-and-bust cycles disrupting labour, costs, timelines and quality across the sector. The findings come as Australia tries to lift housing supply under the National Housing Accord, which aims to build 1.2 million…

Indonesia has emerged as one of Southeast Asia’s most attractive destinations for remote hiring, with international companies increasingly turning to the country’s skilled workforce to support technology, customer service, marketing, and business operations. However, legal experts warn that hiring remote employees in Indonesia involves more than simply signing a contract and transferring salaries overseas. As…

Bali’s property market continues to attract international investors seeking both lifestyle benefits and rental income opportunities. However, legal and compliance professionals say many foreign buyers are discovering that owning or controlling a property does not automatically grant the right to operate it as a short-term rental business. The misconception has become increasingly common as social…