You often hear that in Bali there is a village mentality and a strong adherance to tradition.
The tourist scene sometimes clashes with these values and its a case of east meets west. Recently in Ubud there was a showdown between the local banjar (neighborhood) and a large hotel, the Four Seasons Resort in Sayan.
Things ended peacefully but its good to realize we’re dealing with a different culture with vastly different expectations.
Last night I woke to the sound of lashing rain. This morning its all clear again with sunny skies and a great day to to be in Bali.
Here’s our 10 day forecast. Don’t let those cartoon pictures of clouds fool you, its sunny and gorgeous here.
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Off topic, but perhaps someone could help.
I am on another forum, where the subject of the pronunciation of “Bali” has come up.
There seems to be some difference of opinion between the Australians, British, and Americans.
I prefer to use the pronunciation of the local inhabitants, [if I can wrap my tongue around it].
Perhaps someone could help with the phonetic pronunciation, and also with the similarity to common English words, as pronounced in Australia. eg “barley”.
Thanks for your help.
Rex
Tracey - I’m not sure how old the info is but….
Time and venue for Pencak Silat training:
Every Wednesday at 7:00PM – 9:00PM
Bhinneka Graha Room
Indonesia Consulate General Office, Melbourne
72 Queens Rd, Melbourne - Australia
The cost for training Pencak Silat per class is $8 and $5 for students and concession.
Thanks Mary,
I will get him to give them a call, we had said last night that he may have to call the Consulate…
But Thanks very helpful…
OK Nick, how do we say “Bali.”
I prounounce it “Bahlee” with accented first syllable.
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I have been practicising & I am pretty sure that’s how I say it too…! Bahlee would be the best way to explain it!!
http://www.dharmanusantara.com/
is the address for the group mentioned by mary
however training times have changed.
The cost for training Pencak Silat is $5 donation per class by both teachers and students which is used to support children in 3rd world countries through child sponsorship programs.
training now takes place at Melbourne Uni campus… more details are on the site.
new faces welcome! 
Does anyone out there know of a place in Melbourne, Australia where they have classes, groups, schools, anything where they practice “Pencak Silat” A form of Martial Arts…?
I have been looking & cannot find anywhere advertised, Dede wants to find somewhere loacl, so I thoight I’d ask…. If you do please post here or contact me… CHEERS!