Bali motorbike crackdown: Video of tourist’s ‘foolish’ act slammed on social media NZ Herald 28 Nov, 2023 04:26 AM 3 mins to read Save

 

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There have been rumours of new laws for motorbike use by foreigners in Bali.

A tourist has been criticised online after being spotted without a helmet on the back of a motorbike in Bali - while carrying a large suitcase and drinking alcohol.

The clip, which was posted by British tourist Anne Malambo and reshared by the Bali Livin’ Instagram account, has been used to point out foreigners’ rule-breaking antics and bad behaviour on the island - a hot topic among Bali locals at the moment.

A week ago, Buleng police announced that they were cracking down on travellers using motorbikes after three foreigners passed away in road accidents in their district this month.

What’s more, Indonesia’s Deputy Tourism Minister Ni Made Ayu Marthini told News.com.au last month that stricter rules were being put in place on the island’s roads.

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Many social media users – both travellers and locals – slammed the person in the clip for not just paying a little bit more for a taxi.

Others pointed out that the tourist was not only endangering themselves by not wearing a helmet, but also by exposing so much skin while on the motorbike.

“More foolish bule! It never ends!” one person said, using the name Indonesians call foreigners.

“Despite the many warnings and examples of why you shouldn’t do this, it’s the first thing people do. Good luck in Bali hospital,” wrote another.

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Some, however, didn’t think the tourist was doing anything wrong.

“Nothing to see here. They’re riding as slow and safely as it gets. She’s done this before, and this is nothing compared to dealing with how a lot of locals ride. Just another day in Bali,” one person wrote.

“She’s having the time of her life. Being young and carefree. Enjoy every moment and building memories,” said another.

Bali leaders and authorities are sick of tourists not obeying their laws and local customs, such as riding a motorcycle without helmet. Photo / Agunng Parameswara, Getty Images

Rumours have been swirling over the past seven months that tourists might not be able to rent motorbikes in Bali in the future, however Marthini clarified the situation in October.

The “motorbike ban” or “scooter ban” first made news in March after Bali’s governor Wayan Koster told media that wild tourists had been the cause of changes that would see travellers only allowed to rent cars from travel agents.

He allegedly asked the Indonesian legal ministry to enact the ban.

However, when News.com.au asked Indonesia’s Deputy Tourism Minister Ni Made Ayu Marthini whether the ban was going to be put in place, she said there was no flat out ban but rather stricter rules being enforced, making it a little bit harder for tourists to hire a motorbike while visiting the popular holiday destination.

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“If you ride a motorbike, just as in Australia, you should have a helmet and a licence for your safety as well as that of other motorists,” Marthini insisted, referencing the country’s plea for travellers to respect Bali’s local laws and customs.

Addressing the crackdown on motorbikes, she said “the laws have always existed, but we [are] just proceeding to push the enforcement of these laws”.

“This is for tourist safety as well as that of our Indonesian community,” she said.

“The laws do not ban tourists from renting scooters, only from renting them from unauthorised rental operators.”

Developers of "Golden City" on Sumbawa break their silence and provide certain claims.

From https://www.news.com.au/

November 24, 2023 - 9:14AM 

By: Ian Lloyd Neubauer

Twist in $7.8 million Golden City alleged Bali scam nightmare.

Golden City was sold to investors as an Indonesian island paradise. Picture: Golden City

The two men at the centre of an alleged Sumbawa Island land scam have broken their silence to hit back at wild claims.

Days after the investigation was published, the project’s website, thegoldencities.com, was taken offline.

Golden City was marketed as a fully integrated lifestyle resort with an Ayurvedic healing centre, school, day spas, permaculture gardens, co-working spaces, yoga studios and gourmet organic restaurants. Marketing material claims it “stands out in its vision to provide world-class, state-of-the-art, luxurious experiences that are highly affordable and at the same time profitable.”

Parcels of land were offered for lease starting at US $8,000 for 100 square metres. Investors could then build their own dream homes or pay the developer to build it for them.

 Golden City before handing over sums of up to half a million US dollars to the developers. As a result, for many of them, their dreams have gone belly up.

Seven years have passed since the first lease changed hands at Golden City in 2016. But there is not one single viable building on site because, as lawyers allege, the developers don’t own the land.

Now, 62 angry investors have joined a class-action lawsuit against the founders of the Golden City: xxxxxxxxxx, the Indonesian director of xxxxxxxx Sumbawa, a company formed to buy and sell property in Sumbawa; and xxxxxx, an American expat who goes by the name xxxxxxx and who co-owns xxxxxxx Ubud and xxxxxxx, two popular restaurants in Bali.

They are also being investigated by Indonesian police for embezzlement and fraud.

An example of one of the luxurious properties marketed by Golden City. Picture: Golden City

Now, in a new twist, the project’s founder reached out to news.com.au, denying all claims and allegations levelled against them and demanding an opportunity to tell their side of the story.

Bunch of ‘lies’

“It’s all lies. [The plaintiffs in the class action] were all brainwashed to sign up for something that is not true,” xxxxxxx says.

“What is the lie? The lie is that there has been criminal activity [at Golden City] and that people are being cheated out of their money and if they don’t [join the class action lawsuit] to get their money back, their money will be gone. It is a complete and utter lie.

“[The lawyers] illegally sent out an email to all the investors slinging this false narrative and people went down the rabbit hole [with the allegation] that we don’t own the land.”


A quick search on Indonesia’s National Land Agency Register confirms the land in question is not owned by Golden City, xxxxxxxx nor by his partner xxxxxxxx or xxxxx real-estate company, xxxxxxxxx

xxxxxxxx says there is a perfectly logical reason for the faux pax.

“You would think [our names would be registered as the legal owners] on the [National Land Registry] website. But Sumbawa is very, very tricky and there are multiple certificates for these lands,” he says.

“There are multiple lands in Sumbawa that are still in the process of being cleared by the national registry. It’s a tricky subject. People can say we don’t legally own it just because there are a couple of parts we still don’t own, but we own a massive area, about one-square kilometre.”

xxxxxxxx claims he is “just the face behind the project” and “doesn’t know all the legalities. For that, you need to speak to [my partner] xxxxxx,” he says.

xxxxxx told news.com.au the problem lies with the registry itself.

“I think the [National Land Registry] has made a mistake, the system is not correct,” he says.

“The [National Land Registry] is not the standard for truth. The information the website has is not always correct. I can prove it to you. I have plenty of certificates [of ownership].”

xxxxxx sent news.com.au one of what he said was a number of official government land certificates proving he owns the land at Golden City.
Golden City was on Sumbawa, an island paradise 200km away from Bali.

The certificate was independently analysed by xxxxxxx, director of xxxxxxx Indonesia, a Bali-based consultancy specialising in real estate investments.

“The land certificate is registered in the name of [another company] on a [leasehold] title with 44,235 sqm of land issued in 1999 and set to expire next year,” xxxxxx said. “I am not sure who the owner is. 

The shape of the certificate does not match the plots [pictured in Golden City’s investor prospectus] and seems to be a plot further east as it borders rivers and maybe a forest area.”

xxxxxxx believes investors who are unhappy with the result must bear some responsibility for failing to consult a notary.

“How could investors go along doing things they would not consider doing at home, but do in a foreign country? In general, Indonesia is becoming very structured and safe to invest in. But of course, only by first being in compliance,” xxxxxx says.

xxxxxxx agrees. “You always have to have a notary in any property transaction in Indonesia. We had a notary,” he says.

Sell first, but later

xxxxx concedes Golden City did not own the land when he and xxxxxx began leasing it to foreign investors in 2016.

“Instead of using the banking system, we created a community of investors,” he says, explaining how Golden City sold leasehold titles to foreign and local investors on land they did not yet own. They then pooled those funds to buy the land.”

xxxxxx says he is familiar with such schemes.

“I have heard of it in the past and in most cases, it …does not end well. Regardless of the intentions, this may very well be seen as fraud by Indonesian authorities,” xxxxxx says.

xxxxxxxx claims there is “there is no money left” in Golden City’s bank accounts. About US $250,000, he says, has been returned to investors who wanted out of the project while the remaining millions have “all been spent”.

The lead plaintiff in the class action lawsuit, XXXXXXX, who invested US $500,000 confirmed he is one of the recipients of the refund, pocketing about US$50,000. 

“We have about 60 to 70 different land certificates. Roughly US five or six million dollars’ worth,” he says. “We also built a lot of infrastructure. We spent about US$100,000 just to connect the site to electricity.”

xxxxxxx says the project is going full-steam ahead and sent news.com.au evidence in the form of photos of two concrete slabs and one wooden frame being built on a beach that appears to be the site of Golden City in Sumbawa.
A photo xxxxxxxx says shows Golden City is going ahead. Picture: Golden City
The concrete slab on the island paradise of Sumbawa. Picture: Golden City
A structure that xxxxxx says shows Golden City is in progress. Picture: Golden City

xxxx adds: “All the investors knew we did not originally own the land. Otherwise, we would have to have used banks.”

But investors, who have joined the class action and spoke to news.com.au, say otherwise.

“It is a complete lie. They sold us a portfolio that said they already owned the land,” says xxxxxxx, a professor emeritus of environmental theology and ethics at the University of Edinburgh who invested US $30,000 with Golden City.

“It’s a horrible lie. [xxxxxx] pointed out all the land as he was showing it to me, same as shown on the Golden City brochure, and said that’s Golden City and we are buying more land,” adds xxxxxxxx, who invested US$16,000.

A former investment banker who lives in San Francisco and invested US $63,000 in Golden City, xxxxxxx says exactly the same thing,

“It’s a lie... he lied to me about the number of investors and how much money he had raised,” claims xxxx.

xxxxxxx has already admitted to lying to investors about how many plots had already been sold at Golden City posted on his YouTube channel ‘The Golden Alliance’.

“I want to clarify to you that there is something that we did that was fairly dishonest,” he said in the video that has now been deleted. “I should have lived more in my truth and I should have had more strength in you and more faith in you guys not to have done that.

“I’m going to tell you why [I lied] … When you see the chart that says fully ‘sold out’ yes, it wasn’t sold out from us. It’s land that has already been sold to others and that was outrageously priced and that we couldn’t afford to buy, but we didn’t want to divulge [that].”

Stirred up like a mob

Not all the investors at Golden City feel they have been fleeced by the developers.

“I am one of the small investors who have spent a long time in Sumbawa and witnessed firsthand what is happening there,” says xxxxxxx, an investor from the Czech Republic who purchased six plots at Golden City.

“Many buildings were built, a factory, a village for employees and much more.

“A large amount of hectares of land was purchased and the truth is that some of them temporarily remained in semi-transition, but they were paid for and they are just waiting for the creation of a certificate to complete the process.” He adds: “I know both xxxx and xxxxxxx and their families very well and I can tell you that it is impossible for them to do anything illegal.”
Some Golden City investors say Brett Sorenson (pictured) isn’t dishonest.

xxxxx, an American software consultant who also purchased six plots of land at Golden City voices similar sentiments.

“Golden City was always a speculative investment and anyone who invested should have known that,” he told news.com.au. “I am not perfectly at ease with some of the things that have happened. At the start, some plots were marked sold and I found out that wasn’t true, the land was not bought. And maybe they tried to expand too much by buying too much land outside of the Golden City area.

“But I also do not agree with the lawsuit, it is like going to war and calling [Golden City] a Ponzi scheme. I think a lot of it is slander, a lot of the allegations are not true, and [the plaintiffs] have been stirred up like a mob. And now they are trying to get xxxxxx arrested?

“For me, if the investment doesn’t pan out, it doesn’t pan out. I knew it was a risk... xxxxx can be intense and difficult to deal with, but his heart is in the right place. And like a lot of brilliant people, sometimes xxxxx doesn’t deal with people very well.”


That much is evident from listening to a voice recording obtained by news.com.au in which xxxxxxx discusses the lawsuit with xxxxx, an artist who drew some of the early sketches for Golden City.

“If I see [the plaintiffs] I am probably going to get physical,”xxxxxx said. “Give me three or four of them, I am not even a trained martial artist, but I will take them all out physically I swear to god. That is how much rage I have against these people.

“These xxxxxx Caucasian xxxxxx assholes that are in Bali, and they are running around like kings and queens in their villas and they want to tear down the villas at Golden City. Because of what? Because of some nasty speculation? Or for being total egotistical degenerates.”

xxxxxxxx also expressed doubt he would receive a fair trial in the Southeast Asian island nation he calls home.

“God bless Indonesia, but sometimes it gets a xxxxxx,” xxxxxxx says. “I know that we are being recorded so I don’t want to get in trouble with the Indonesian government, but there is xxxxxxx going on. With the right amount of money, they can persuade anything.”
xxxxxxx on his YouTube channel The Golden Alliance.

The Australian director of MSR Global, a Bali-based international mediation agency that brought together the parties for the class-action lawsuit, Michael Lenihan, says it is “foolish” for a foreigner to make public declarations about corruption in Indonesia.

“He is a guest here in Indonesia and those comments are for intelligent and educated debates,” Lenihan says. “I can tell you by living and working here, the government and the authorities are working towards strong social reforms.”

Lenihan denies xxxxxxxx claim that he “illegally” contacted Golden City investors to ask them to join the class action.

“I was asked to facilitate an investor’s concern about the investment conduct of Golden City as they were worried about their investment and the potential losses they may incur,” Lenihan explains. “It was my duty of care to support the distressed investor, which led to me speaking with a collective of investors who had very little or no contact from xxxxx or xxxxx about the condition of their investment and the money they gave in trust.

“Where has all this money gone? That’s the million-dollar question?”

A senior associate of Malekat Hukum, the Bali-based law firm running the class action, Lilo Agung also denies they went fishing for clients.

“We have never approached investors individually or illegally. The Investor-victims already have their own groups and coordinators when they approach us,” says Agung.

Ni Luh Arie Ratna Sukasari, a partner at the law firm, said she is confident the court will rule in favour of plaintiffs and the case will prove a watershed in Indonesia.


“The story will outlive the case as a reference point or legend about how Indonesia as a developing nation brought justice and certainty for foreign investors,” she says.

“This is not about the money for us. It’s about justice. And we will bring justice.”

Ian Neubauer is a freelance journalist.

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Editorial Comment:

Legal Implications of Golden City Development

The recent developments surrounding the Golden City project have raised concerns about the due diligence processes followed by investors in Indonesia.

While it is important to allow the legal process to unfold and determine the guilt or innocence of the developers, it is equally crucial for potential investors to exercise caution and conduct thorough due diligence before committing to any property purchase, particularly in a foreign country.

The case of Golden City highlights the importance of seeking professional legal counsel, where the real estate landscape can be complex and unfamiliar to foreign investors.

A Professional Notary such as my wife or an experienced attorney can assist with verifying property ownership, development rights, and compliance with legal regulations.

It is also essential to remember the principle of caveat emptor, which means "let the buyer beware." Investors should not rely solely on the representations of developers or intermediaries but should actively investigate the project's background, legal standing, and financial viability.

While the Golden City controversy may have dampened investor sentiment, it should serve as a reminder of the importance of due diligence and informed decision-making. By exercising caution and seeking professional guidance, investors can mitigate risks and protect their interests.

Here are some key takeaways:

1. Due diligence is paramount: Investors should never assume the legitimacy of a property or development without conducting thorough due diligence.

2. Seek professional legal counsel: Consulting a notary or experienced attorney can provide invaluable insights into Indonesian real estate law and protect investor interests.

3. Apply caveat emptor: Investors must exercise caution and not rely solely on the representations of developers or intermediaries.

4. Informed decision-making: By carefully evaluating the project's background, legal standing, and financial viability, investors can make informed decisions.

5. Learn from controversies: Cases like Golden City serve as reminders of the importance of due diligence and informed decision-making.

It is hoped that the Golden City controversy does not discourage potential investments in Indonesia. Indonesia's real estate market offers attractive opportunities, but thorough due diligence and informed decision-making are essential for success.

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They were awarded the highest accolade from TripAdvisor, the world's largest online travel agency.

Their “Hall of Fame” award is normally only provided to the best 2% of the hotels and villas in the world, making it a truly unique and luxurious accommodation.

For over Two Decades, they have provided quality concierge, engineering, gardening, and pool maintenance, plus sales, marketing, and management service.

"Very knowledgeable for local market"

Trevor J.-ENGLISH BARRISTER, LOCATED IN SYDNEY - 2022


FREE VACATION ACCOMODATIONS WORLWIDE:

Bali Emerald apartment owners can exchange their apartments for equal or better properties around the world, saving tens of thousands of dollars in travel costs.

Simply:
List your property on home exchange.
Choose simultaneous, non-simultaneous, or points exchange.
Rent out your apartment to earn points
Use points to rent other apartments or homes

Example:

Our President and his family have successfully exchanged their Bali properties for homes in London, Toronto, Halifax, New Zealand, Australia, Zurich, Switzerland, and many other areas around the world over the past 10 years.

Home exchange in London, 2023.

$2 million home Exchange in downtown Toronto.

WORLD CLASS HEALTH CARE:

You can rest assured knowing that quality very inexpensive healthcare is readily available and close by.

Most medications are available without prescriptions and at major discounts from Western prices.

The Bali Mandara Hospital, a first-class hospital built a few years ago is only five minutes away. Our clients who have been treated for everything from influenza to major surgeries there have stated that they as good as most western hospitals.

NEW  INTERNATIONAL HOSPITAL:

The Indonesian Government is expected to soon complete the massive the first stage of the Bali International Hospital complex to cater to medical tourism, located just ten minutes away.

Bali International Hospital first major stage. Expected to open first quarter 2024.

This hospital will feature both National and International doctors.

Many of them will require short-term and long-term accommodations.

This is an ideal opportunity to provide short- and long-term accommodations for doctors and their staff, allowing you to earn substantial income from your property when it's not being used by you or your guests.

We fully expect many foreigners to come to Sanur and receive medical and anti-aging treatments at a fraction of the cost of their home country.

They will recuperate in the comfort of your villa or apartment.

If they wish to have their families visit, we also have over 25 Bali Luxury Emerald Villas attached to our Bali Emerald Apartments that can be rented for a very reasonable price.

BALI # 2 - DESTINATION IN WORLD:

Bali is the number two destination in the world according to a recent 2023 survey conducted by TripAdvisor.

TripAdvisor’s top 10 most popular destinations in the world for 2023:

1. Dubai, United Arab Emirates
2. Bali, Indonesia
3. London, England
4. Rome, Italy
5. Paris, France
6. Cancun, Mexico
7. Crete, Greece
8. Marrakech, Morocco
9. Dominican Republic
10. Istanbul, Turkey

This will lead to an exponential growth of tourists and apartment renters shortly.

You will benefit from free accommodations in Bali, plus you can earn a handsome profit from renting out your property when you are not here as well.

COST OF LIVING 70 % LESS:

Are you looking for an affordable place to retire or for a vacation?

Look no further than Bali!

With its incredibly low cost of living, you can save up to 70% of what you would be spending in other cities like Singapore, Hong Kong, and Sydney.

Not only are the prices of everyday goods and services low, but you can also enjoy a beachside dinner with freshly caught calamari for as little as $5 per person or enjoy a professional one-hour massage in the privacy of your own home for only $10.

Bali also offers a great selection of fresh produce, vegetables, fruits, fish, and meats in modern supermarkets and local village markets.

For domestic labor, wages are a fraction of what they are in the West.

Domestic Help at $300 -$350 Per Mth.

On average, you will pay around 4 million Rupiah ($350 USD) per month for domestic help, plus approximately 30% for health care, pension, and unemployment insurance.

So why not come to Bali and enjoy a carefree life without any domestic chores for a fraction of the cost you would be spending elsewhere?

SUPER INEXPENSIVE TRANSPORT:

Another great attraction for tourists is the fact that everything is within walking distance, meaning no need for transportation. If you wish to visit Bali's world class attractions during your stay you can order a Gojek with driver for a fraction of what it costs in the West.

Later on, you can relax in the comfort of your private apartment and enjoy a traditional Balinese massage for as little as $10 per hour.

Furthermore, with the new food delivery services available, you can have food and groceries delivered directly to you within minutes for a fraction of the cost of most modern resort areas in the world.

PLENTY OF HOTELS, SPAS, RESTAURANTS & SHOPS:

So that you will not be bored you will find plenty of activities, hotels, spas, restaurants & shops within close walking distance.

In September 2023 it was announced that there are approximately an astounding 162 exquisite hotels in Bali to await tourist indulgences.

You can immerse yourself in opulence as you explore over 1,600 serene spas, offering delightful massages starting from a mere $15 per hour.


Our personal favorite statistic is that there is a staggering selection of approximately 10,000 restaurants catering to every palate imaginable.

You can eat or order take away on a culinary journey every day for years and relish different delectable delights, each time all at remarkably reduced prices of 50 to 70% less compared to standard resort areas worldwide.

SPORTS TO SATISFY MOST DESIRES:

There are recently built gyms and a major sports facility called Liga Sports Club. which offers indoor and outdoor courts and facilities.

Year round warm mostly sunny weather with some of the cleanest air in the world provides for fabulous golfing on some of the most stunning courses in the world.

Bali National Golf Club was redesigned in 2013 by the superb Robin Nelson and Rodney Wright. The course was award one of ‘Best Golf Resort in Indonesia 2017’ by Golf Digest. and one of 30 most beautiful golf courses in the world.

CLOSE PROXIMITY TO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT:

Your travels will be less stressful with short 15–25-mminute drive to your Bali Villa after an often long and tiring flight.

You will benefit from this great feature by attracting more renters and increasing your income.

EASY VISAS AVAILABLE FOR UP TO 10 YRS.

Indonesia has recently improved their Visa's to attract long term residents of any age.



Second, home visas have just been approved that will allow you to stay in Bali 10 years at a time. providing you meet the requirements. If you're 55 or older, you can apply for a retirement visa. Which can be renewed every five years.
Beach Estate - Distress Priced- Save 2.04 Miliar ($137,000 USD) - Only $488,888

The owners of our company are Siti Nur Azizah who is a fully licensed Indonesian Notaris with a master’s degree in Indonesian Law specializing in real estate who has over there decades of Hotel Ownership and Management Experience.

Together with her partner and spouse Lawrence who has 50 years of Real Estate Experience , 20 Years of which is in Bali they own and operate Award winning 19-year-old Pt. Bali Affordable Lifestyles International ( PT. B.A.L.I. ).


Indulge in the pinnacle of luxury and efficiency with this esteemed team of over 70 professional staff, proudly offering an array of services for Buying, Selling, Leasing, and Renting Asian Real Estate.


For an unprecedented ten years running, they have been awarded the Certificate of Excellence and the Hall of Fame Award from the esteemed TripAdvisor, cementing their place among the top 2% of hotels and villas listed worldwide.

With clients all over the globe singing their praises, they are indisputably one of Asia's most renowned travel and real estate investment experts.

TESTIMONIAL:

"Honesty and professionalism is everything when you're dealing with real estate but when you can also find the most knowledgeable people to advise you and help you with what you need, why go anywhere else...Hands down the best in Bali!" Bo B, UNITED STATES- 2022


ABOUT US:
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For more information on this exquisite property, schedule an inspection or request further information today by contacting us.

Tel. Office: 62-361-284069

Fax: 62-361-270143

Mobile: Or WhatsApp: English Language: 62-8123814014

Bahasa Indonesia: 62-8113864993

Email: sales@bestbalirealestate.com

Head Office: Jl. Karangsari # 5, Sanur, Bali, Indonesia, 80228

# This the estimated square meters of the interior rooms, plus a pro rata share of the common area and hallways.