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Papuan women’s mangrove forest under threat

November 25, 2024213 Views

Shrinking space; traditions and health at risk due to development and pollution On the southeastern coast of the city of Jayapura, Petronela Merauje walked from house to house in her floating village inviting women to join her the next morning in the surrounding mangrove forests. Merauje and the women of her village, Enggros, practice the tradition of Tonotwiyat, which literally means “working in the forest.” For six generations, women from the 700-strong Papuan population there have worked among the mangroves collecting clams, fishing and gathering firewood. “The customs and culture of Papuans, especially those of us in Enggros village, is that women are not given space and place to speak in traditional meetings, so the tribal elders provide the mangrove forest as our land,” Mer...

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Five reasons to choose Komodo National Park as your next nature excursion

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February 1, 2024670 Views

Known for its breathtaking natural beauty above and below the water, Komodo National Park in the Indonesian province of East Nusa Tenggara is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Although the Komodo dragons are the most renowned of its natural wonders, the world’s largest lizards join a long list of reasons to explore the park’s rich biodiversity and unique landscapes. From aquamarine waters and majestic manta rays to rugged savannah and scarlet sunsets, Komodo National Park promises the trip of a lifetime. For unparalleled luxury, comfort and style, look no further than AYANA Komodo Waecicu Beach in Labuan Bajo on the island of Flores. Featuring a white sand beach, 250-meter jetty, waterfront yoga deck and marine conservation activities, the resort’s world class luxury combined with grac...

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Indonesia’s Marapi volcano erupts, killing 11 climbers; 12 missing

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December 4, 2023720 Views

# 75 climbers, all local, were in the area at the time # Many of the 49 rescued on Monday were treated for burns # Search ops resume after being halted after 2nd eruption # Marapi is one of the most active volcanoes on Sumatra island Eleven climbers were found dead in Indonesia on Monday and 12 were missing after the Marapi volcano erupted in West Sumatra, a rescue official said, as search operations - which were halted temporarily over safety concerns - resumed. Three survivors were found on Monday along with the bodies of the 11 climbers, out of 75 who were in the area at the time of Sunday's eruption, said Jodi Haryawan, spokesperson for the search and rescue team, adding they were all local climbers. "We have continued to search for the 12 missing climbers unti...

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Indonesia evacuates villagers as volcano erupts on Java island

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December 4, 2022773 Views

A volcano erupted in Indonesia on Sunday spewing a cloud of ash 15 km into the sky and forcing the evacuation of nearly 2,000 people, authorities said, as they issued their highest warning for the area in the east of Java island. Indonesia’s highest volcano on its most densely populated island released searing gas clouds and rivers of lava Sunday in its latest eruption. Monsoon rains eroded and finally collapsed the lava dome atop 3,676-meter (12,060-foot) Mount Semeru, causing the eruption, according to National Disaster Management Agency spokesperson Abdul Muhari. Volcanic ash is seen from Candipuro district following the eruption of Mount Semeru volcano, in Lumajang, East Java province, Indonesia, December 4, 2022, in this photo taken by Antara Foto. Antara Foto/Samsul Arifin via...

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In Bali, bird sellers help endangered mynah make a comeback

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June 3, 2022323 Views

Tossing flowing crests back and forth, three snow-white Bali mynahs share a branch, squawking and looking around with the trademark blue patches around their eyes catching sunlight. Minutes later, four more join — a sight that would have been impossible in the wild two decades ago. But by working with bird breeders and sellers — the very group that contributed to the prized birds becoming critically endangered — conservationists are releasing them in Bali province, hoping to boost the wild population. Wild Bali mynahs perch on a tree in West Bali National Park in Buleleng, Bali, Indonesia on April 14, 2022. (AP Photo/Tatan Syuflana) Experts say more research and monitoring is needed, but the conservation model has shown promise over the past 10 years and could be replicated for o...

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Komodo National Park is home to some of the world’s largest manta ray aggregations

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May 18, 2022752 Views

Through a collaborative effort including the public, scientists from the Marine Megafauna Foundation and Murdoch University are reporting a large number of manta rays in the waters of Komodo National Park, an Indonesian UNESCO World Heritage Site, suggesting the area may hold the key to regional recovery of the threatened species. Reef mantas (Mobula alfredi), which grow up to 5m, tend to reside and feed in shallow, coastal habitats. They also visit ‘cleaning stations’ on coral reefs to have parasites, or dead skin picked off by small fish. Courtship ‘trains’ are also observed adjacent to cleaning stations. In Komodo National Park, manta rays are present year-round, challenging the famous Komodo dragon as the most sought after megafauna for visitors. Scientists teamed up with th...

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Indonesia is lot more Beyond Bali

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April 22, 20221067 Views

The breathtaking beauty of the land of promise and harmony From the largest volcanic lake in the world to picture-postcard beaches, ancient UNESCO-recognized places of worship, the excitement of a state-of-the-art motor racing facility and the home of the indigenous Komodo dragon, Indonesia has something for everyone. As travelers take their first tentative steps after years of enforced restrictions, the world’s largest island nation is ready to welcome you. Already popular before the pandemic, the people of this diverse and endlessly fascinating region have been preparing for the time they would be able to once again share the wonders of their land with outsiders. And the recent lack of travelers has arguably had a positive impact on much of the natural environment. The seas se...

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It’s Time for Bali with Anantara Seminyak Bali Resort

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March 30, 20221183 Views

Bali's Visa on Arrival is back. After two long years, Bali has reopened its borders to fully-vaccinated travellers from 42 countries. Anantara Seminyak is inviting travellers to rediscover oceanfront luxury with blissful days spent basking by the pool, surfing the waves, and strolling the beach at sunset with peace of mind that all COVID-19 requirements are taken care of for them during their stay. With a layout centred on the property’s beachfront location, the ocean is never out of sight or earshot. Beach-centric architecture is offset by lush tropical greenery, enveloping the resort in blooming gardens that offer plenty of shaded areas. Against the backdrop of shimmering aquamarine and emerald green, the clean classical lines of the façade retained their sophisticate...

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Indonesia seeks standardised health requirements for travel

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March 28, 20221110 Views

Group of 20 major economies (G20) chair Indonesia has started talks with members on standardising health protocols for travel, its health minister said on Monday, stressing the importance of harmonising rules and technology as global travel resumes. "Every person on this earth who travels... can do so more efficiently," Budi Gunadi Sadikin told a news conference at a G20 health meeting in Yogyakarta, where standardising requirements is being discussed. An aide to Indonesia's health minister, Setiaji, said countries were getting ready to roll out a global website to scan and verify travellers' vaccination status. All G20 members support the rollout, but China will not participate yet "due to technical reasons," he said without giving further details. Indonesia's proposal is...

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Indonesia scraps quarantine for overseas arrivals

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March 21, 2022446 Views

Indonesia has removed its quarantine requirement for all arrivals from overseas, its tourism minister said on Monday, responding to improvements in its containment of the coronavirus The decision, effective immediately, follows the successful implementation of a quarantine waiver this month for visitors vaccinated against COVID-19 on the islands of Bali, Batam, and Bintan, minister Sandiaga Uno told a news conference. FILE PHOTO: An officer stands at Ngurah Rai International Airport as Indonesia's resort island of Bali reopens for international flights following border closures brought about by the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic in Badung, Bali, Indonesia. Antara Foto/Fikri Yusuf/via REUTERS "With the handling of the pandemic more controlled ...today we announce that the...