There are mixed feelings involved when asked to write an article encouraging more people to visit the north of Bali. … More The Joys of North Bali or … Is there a Bule in Buleleng?
All articles in Nom de Plume
Green Rangers
The Window to the World school in Lovina, north Bali has launched a new, extensive environment program called Green Rangers. … More Green Rangers
July 4, 2018
Often people will say to me “I don’t know how you do it?!” but I am just like you, I … More July 4, 2018
June 20, 2018
Cloud shrouds the menacing heights of Bali’s Mount Agung as hundreds toil in preparations to ensure the recently active volcano … More June 20, 2018
HELPING 72 EAST BALI CHILDREN STAY IN SCHOOL
In classrooms across an impoverished mountain village in East Bali, stories are being re-written and futures are being rescued by … More HELPING 72 EAST BALI CHILDREN STAY IN SCHOOL
Summer Love at Bali’s First Ever International Show April, 22, 2018 By Sharon Karyasa
I was captivated as I approached the foyer at Finn’s Recreation Club in Bali. Visitors know they are in for … More Summer Love at Bali’s First Ever International Show April, 22, 2018 By Sharon Karyasa
Art Fairs: Independent Artists’ Best Income Bet?
There are compelling reasons for Bali-based artists to consider making a foray into international art fairs. Local galleries can provide … More Art Fairs: Independent Artists’ Best Income Bet?
PROJECT KARMA-OUR MISSION : Combating Child Sexual Exploitation
Project Karma was established in 2015 and registered with the Australian Charity and Not-for-profit commission in March 2016. Based In … More PROJECT KARMA-OUR MISSION : Combating Child Sexual Exploitation
CURIOSITY AS ANTI-VENOM TO FEAR. THE SNAKE MAN OF UBUD
‘Financially, emotionally and in terms of the pain or even death, I’m taking a calculated risk.’ Ron Lilley, Herpetologist … More CURIOSITY AS ANTI-VENOM TO FEAR. THE SNAKE MAN OF UBUD
Eruptive Mount Agung creates opportunities for the Balinese
A situation with many consequences The last few months Mount Agung has created a new situation in Bali because of … More Eruptive Mount Agung creates opportunities for the Balinese
Bearing the Unbearable…When will this cruelty stop?
She arrived on my doorstep at 3 months old, a bundle of fluffy mischief and joy all rolled up together. … More Bearing the Unbearable…When will this cruelty stop?
With Mt. Agung huffing and puffing… The Lighthouse Bali Shines On
Outreach volunteers at The Lighthouse Bali are busy gathering and distributing much-needed supplies for the Balinese who have been evacuated … More With Mt. Agung huffing and puffing… The Lighthouse Bali Shines On
Life in Amed Under the Shadow of Mt. Agung by Maya Lola Horowitz
I have such mixed feelings about writing this article. I love Amed. I love my friends in Amed. I love … More Life in Amed Under the Shadow of Mt. Agung by Maya Lola Horowitz
Cultural and Holistic Groups Rally to Sound Therapist’s Music Reconciliation Project By Heath Werrett
A former Capitol Hill US-Iran peace strategist gains local support from Bali community leaders as he launches an ambitious and unconventional project … More Cultural and Holistic Groups Rally to Sound Therapist’s Music Reconciliation Project By Heath Werrett
WA Surf Lifesavers Help Save Bali Tourist
WA Surf Lifesavers Help Save Bali Tourist Coogee Beach Surf Life Saving Club member Cath Spencer went to Bali for what was supposed to be a relaxing postChristmas family holiday but ended up in the middle of a lifeanddeath drama at popular Waterbom Park Cath had to call on all her lifesaving skills to revive a young woman in her early twenties whorsquod collapsed and stopped breathing whilst lining up for a water slide ldquoI thought shersquod just fainted because the lines were very long but she was completely out of it I put her on her side then a doctor who was visiting the park also came to the womanrsquos aid But neither of us could find a pulserdquo Cath said The collapsed womanrsquos companion attempted to put a couple of breaths into her before the doctor asked Cath to commence CPR