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Swinburne &
                                                     CERES Global

                                  Indonesia
Business │ Social Enterprise │ Events │ Marketing │ Sustainable Tourism

                                       17 Sept – 29 Sept 2018

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The information in this booklet is aimed to prepare you as much as possible for the trip. Please read it carefully.
However, please try to nurture a sense of openness and flexibility as plans can change at the last minute and life
on the road very much flows on from moment to moment.

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Who you will be travelling with:

                                       CERES Community Environment Park is located on 4.5 hectares of land on
                                           the banks of the Merri Creek in Brunswick East, Melbourne. CERES is a
                                             place where people come together to share ideas about living well
                                               together, and directly participate in meeting their social and material
                                                needs in a sustainable way. Through social enterprises, education
                                                and training, employment and community engagement, CERES
                                                 provides the means by which people can build awareness of current
                                                local and global issues, and join in the movement for economic,
                                               social and environmental sustainability. Since CERES was established
                                              in 1982, the efforts of our community have transformed the site. Once
                                            a landfill waste site, today CERES is a place of nature and beauty,
                                         inhabited by a vibrant and diverse community. We attract around 400,000
                                    visits each year through our onsite education and training programs, our retail
                              plant Nursery, the Organic Market & Grocery and our cafe. CERES continues to
provide opportunities for the community to come together in site groups or as volunteers, through community
programs and events. We reach out to over 200,000 people through our work in schools across metropolitan
Melbourne, and regional and rural Victoria. CERES Fair Food delivers organic food and the sustainable food
message across metropolitan Melbourne. CERES also partners with a wide variety of
organisations to bring about mutually beneficial outcomes, and reaches across
the planet with CERES Global.

CERES Global is the international outreach program of CERES aiming to
engage with the issues of global equity and the well‐being of all people on
the planet and the environments in which they live. We design socio-
environmental cross cultural exchanges that go beyond eco-tourism to use a
‘Learning for Sustainability’ method. Through these lived experiences we
aim to encourage a more inclusive and sustainable world through building
genuine cross cultural friendship and understanding between our local
community and the international partners we work with. Our aim is to provide a
platform of exchange and learning that is mutually respectful.
All CERES Global visits and engagements are designed to educate and engage participants on global cultural and
environmental issues by learning about the challenges that our host countries face and visiting local projects that
empower local people to create culturally relevant and sustainable change in their communities. We aim to
support genuine friendship building between participants and the host communities including ongoing contact,
support and sharing that results in capacity building for the local community and a mutual exchange of world
changing ideas that are sensitive to local issues.
Our approach is Asset Based. So that means rather than problematise, we seek social and environmental
solutions to global issues through looking at what communities already have. In this way we aim to break down
stereotypes, celebrate diversity, and build cross cultural understanding and honour the biodiversity of all world
views.

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A Note before Travelling with CERES Global
Remember, this is not a tour and our facilitators from CERES are not tour guides, but facilitators or enablers –
working alongside you to achieve insight and understanding of the communities we visit, and to engage
discussion within the group and with community members on social and environmental issues. It is expected that
you will show some initiative and make a contribution to the journey, through sharing of your own knowledge
and experience, and working within the group to ensure a cohesive and insightful experience is shared by all.
Most of all, enjoy this trip and embrace it.

FACILITATORS
Rose Samson is studying International Development and Agricultural
Science with an eye on sustainable food production and thinking she
might one day be a researcher. She is passionate about living simply,
seeing the unique ways in which people and communities live within
and understand the world and loves exploring possible solutions to
global and local challenges.
Rose did her Permaculture Design Certificate (PDC) at CERES in 2014,
travelled with CERES Global to Indonesia in 2015, Samoa in 2016, and
then again more recently this year to Indonesia on the Marine Living
Oceans trip as part of a CERES Global internship. The first Indo 2015 trip
included our first engagement with the CDC Community Development Centre in the small village on Sembalun on
the foothills of Mt. Rinjani on Lombok Island.
It was that CDC relationship that Rose and CERES Global have made a commitment to developing, to build real
friendship and rapport and to connect with the youth-driven community development centre to share ideas in
overcoming social and environmental challenges. Rose has also lived and studied on Java and revisited the CDC
community on Lombok multiple times independently, and is really looking forward to co-facilitating the
September Indo trip and being a part of this exciting Social Cultural Preservation Event in September and
introducing you all to the wonderful Sembalun community.

Subik Baso is a legend. He’s been a dedicated environmental educator here at CERES for the past 10 years, and
                              has developed an incredible Indonesia cultural education program to share with
                                     thousands of young students in Victoria. Subik brings incredible warmth of
                                       spirit and an ability to engage with people from all walks of life. Sube
                                          graduated the Bachelor of Agriculture where he learned about the
                                            application of Green Revolution methods on farming practices in
                                             Indonesia. He was also involved in a Composting Project funded by
                                              Canadian Government looking in to natural fertilisers in Makassar in
                                              South Sulawesi.
                                            Sube worked for an Ecotourism company called Operation Wallace,
                                          and then he moved to Australia. Living in Australia enhanced Sube’s
                                        passion for the environment by working in a native nursery as well as
                                    helping several friends re-vegetate a depleted property in to a beautiful
                            native garden. Finally he came to CERES where he learns in the broader context
about the environment and social justice whilst still continues with his passion: gardening. Who would have
thought that Sube would also be reconnecting with his Indonesian roots as part of this CERES Global and
Swinburne Business Indonesia trip!

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Getting There and Away
Arrival and Departure:
The trip dates:
17th of September – 29th of Sept.
This is the recommended flight:

Passport
Make sure your passport has at least six months' validity from your planned date of return to Australia. You
should also carry copies of a recent passport photo with you in case you need a replacement passport while
overseas. If you do not have a passport which matches these requirements, you need to organise this as soon as
possible.
Visas
Australian citizens visiting Indonesia no longer need to pay for a Visa On Arrival, and instead a 30 day Tourist Visa
On Arrival will be granted for free.
Locations map: https://batchgeo.com/map/05c5616595847c90158ad28f44c99c3d

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Brief Introduction to Indonesia
The Republic of Indonesia consists of some
13,700 islands stretching across 5,100 kms
of sea and forming an archipelago, south of
mainland Malaysia. The archipelago is
essentially a chain of volcanic mountains
running roughly east to west, crossing the
equator. The climate is tropical with two
monsoon seasons, wet (November to
March) and dry (June to October).
Humidity and rainfall are high and in the
densely populated areas much land is given
over to farming. The more remote islands
are still rainforest.
Indonesia’s cities are in a constant state of
urban evolution, where dense populations,
technology and construction live in hectic
symbiosis. But most of the archipelago’s territory remains unexplored, concealing a wealth of cultures and a
myriad of landscapes.

Java – Yogyakarta
                   Yogyakarta is the coolest city in Indonesia, it’s like the Melbourne of Indo.
Bumi Langit Institute
Bumi Langit is a not-for-profit organisation that manage a learning centre that promote learning and take
responsibility to care for the environment through workshops such as Permaculture. They’ve got some awesome
accommodation and really nice grounds so we’re staying here for our time in Yogya  We may be involved in
some local activities such as milking a cow or building a garden bed? Who knows … Here’s a link:
http://www.bumilangit.org/
Survive!Garage

A community art space that uses art to express their voice on political, environmental and social issues etc. This
not-for-profit organisation led by Bayu who works mostly with young artist and community from Indonesia. They
also use the office as a space to exhibit, run performances and workshops by their community. Whilst at
Survive!Garage, we’ll learn how to do some textile printing and make our t-shirt to take home. We’ll also check
out some of the exhibition and events they run and talk about what’s involved in running events and running a
social enterprise like this in Yogyakarta. Check out this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bxCUT6rGW1c

Kampunghalaman

This is the media/film group we’re working with: Established in 2006 as a not-for- profit organisation, these guys
focus on and empower youth to understand, recognise and solve the issues around them using media as a tool to
voice their opinion either in mainstream or alternative media. They have also established a Media Center Remaja
(Young Media Centre) for young people to come, meet, discuss and research issues that are important for them
such as environment, agriculture, enterprise, education resources, culture etc. These guys will teach us how to
make cool video and then join us on the bus to Wonosobo for the musical performance to do some filming! This is
a video about Kampunghalaman: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pcLBafFcl70

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Ngesti Laras Foundation

This is the music performance group: Led by Ibu Mulyani (known as Bu Mul) who has been working to preserve
the ancient musical instrument call Bundengan in Wonosobo area, Central Java. Bundengan sometimes is
described as a simple gamelan using some strings and percussive drums within its body. It is a large woven
bamboo cape, worn by duck herders in as a protection from the sun and rain (www.rosiehcook.com). Whilst we
are in Wonosobo, we will meet with junior high student who is been studying and learning about this ancient
instrument. We also will visit the organisation centre and film them while they are preparing the dance and
musical performance for our group on last night of our trip in Wonosobo. Exciting!

Lombok - Sembalun
Community Development Centre Sembalun
Our final days of the trip will be spent with our key partner organisation Sembalun Community Development
Centre, a community organisation focused on protecting the local environment through eco-tourism, education
and community initiatives. Their main focus is on community development through self-motivated programs that
have resulted in a significant change in enhancing the community`s quality of life. Key areas that they work in
include education, environmental conservation, organic farming, entrepreneurship, ecotourism, skills
development and enhancing creativity.
Whilst there we will organise a the most amazing wiz-bang local event Sembalun has ever seen  Working with
the local CDC guys, we need to track down a projector, a sheet, some décor, do some promo, rally up the
community, posters everywhere … and get everyone really excited about the epic movie/film night event show
casing the ancient Bundengan to the Lombok Indonesians who may or may not have seen it before? This is
cultural preservation within Indonesia, celebrating a rich culture, making real friends while we’re at it, having an
awesome time and running a great event! This is the CDC: http://www.cdc-sembalun.org/

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Reflections and Learning Whilst in Country
When engaging in unique cultural community development setting, think about how we approach it, what are our
inbuilt assumptions? While in country how can be positively impact a community? As well as being mindful of
some of the negative impacts we could have. Start by making friends, and building relationships. Through this you
will grasp a better understanding of each other, culture, social systems, the environment, struggles and strengths.
We cannot assume that we know more than people who have grown up in that environment. Within this
exchange community consultation is key, asking not what it is we already know but what new ideas we can offer
and what we can learn from one another.

Background Information
Climate: Indonesia has an almost entirely tropical climate, with the coastal plains averaging 28°C, the inland and
mountain areas averaging 26°C, and the higher mountain regions, 23°C. The area's relative humidity is quite high,
and ranges between 70 and 90 percent.

Population: 263.99 million (2017) Capital: Jakarta
Languages: Indonesian (Bahasa Indonesian)
Religion: Largely Muslim with Bali being mostly Hindu
Economy: Indonesia has the largest economy in Southeast Asia and is one of the emerging market economies of
the world. As a member of the G-20, it’s classified as newly industrialised. Still GDP per capita however ranks
below the world average. Since the 1990s, the majority of the economy has been controlled by private
Indonesians and foreign companies.

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Despite industrialising over the past half century, agriculture remains an important part of the Indonesian
economy along with natural resources (natural gas, coal, palm oil, rice, and rubber). Tourism in Indonesia remains
an important component, as well as a significant
source of its foreign exchange revenues.
Culture and Tradition: Diversity is a central feature
of Indonesian culture. It has 300 ethnic groups; 750
languages and dialects, with several local languages
having their own scripts; and numerous religions.
This is largely a result of the country’s unique
history and geography. The importance of diversity
is embedded in the nation’s motto: Bhinneka
Tunggal Ika (“Unity in diversity”). However, even
though Indonesians refer to themselves by their
ethnic group and speak many local languages,
Bahasa Indonesia, the official language of the
country, unites them as a nation.
Indonesia is a collectivist society that puts greater importance on the group rather than on individuals. This is the
society’s way of life, and it is manifested in the form of mutual assistance. The collectivist culture is also evident in
the people’s long-term commitment to family. The members of society form strong relationships in which
everyone takes responsibility for the members of their group or clan.
Cultural Etiquette in Indonesia: In the less populated areas of Indonesia, walking through villages without
greeting the locals is considered the height of rudeness, before you go it is important to find out about local
customs and traditions so as not to offend anyone.

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Saving Face: Culturally, Indonesians do not like conflict, for this reason saving face and not being abrasive towards
others is important. Equally, people in Indonesia embarrass easily and consider it very rude to deliberately
embarrass someone. This includes raising your voice, or making accusations. In Indonesian cultural
disputes/problems should be solved privately not in the streets, and egotistical or emotional outbursts are
considered inappropriate. This cultural principle, known as equanimity (meaning - calmness and composure,
especially in a difficult situation) has roots in Eastern religious practices like Confucianism and Buddhism.
How to be friendly: Often all it takes to follow proper etiquette in Indonesia is a smile and a humble demeanour.
It's far more conservative than most Western countries, and as such, the locals tend to view travellers – even if
they're just walking through the city, town or village – as guests entering their homes. Treat yourself as a guest in
their home.

Whilst the bigger cities in Jakarta and Bali are accustomed to the behaviour of tourists, villages are often intrigued
by visitors. If you want to walk down a residential street in a village, for instance, and there's a person working
outside, ask, "boleh?" (may I?) before walking down the street. People in Indonesia are very friendly, but they
have to be sure that you are too. If you're invited to an Indonesian family's home, it's customary and polite to
bring a small gift - something coming from your country that they might not have access to. A postcard or
photograph would make a nice gift.
Demonstrating Equanimity: Patience is a virtue in most cultural cases, however it is especially important in
Indonesia. Concede that while in-country not everything will run on time or according to plan. It is best to go with
the flow, Indonesia is not a place to visit with a complex, highly structured itinerary.
Religion: In addition to these basic cultural sensitivities, religion plays a large role in Indonesian life and values.
The history of religion in Indonesia is fascinating, complex, and the subject of dozens of books. You might not fully
understand what's going on, just be respectful of their customs. More than 85% of the people in Indonesia
consider themselves Muslim, though their practices differ considerably from Islam as it's practiced in the Middle
East. This is because of the rich texture of different religious traditions in the archipelago; from Buddhism and
Hinduism, to Chinese Confucianism, European Christianity, Indigenous animist, and ancestor worship practices.

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For many, the name of Islam is only the sheet that covers the shape of their ancestors' and communities' eclectic
spiritual practices. The islands of Indonesia have been major trade hubs for over a thousand years, and each
island has its own unique mix of religious traditions and practices, depending on who decided to set port there.
Therefore, while there are a few religious and spiritual practices that are practiced by a majority of the
population, the main rule regarding religion in Indonesia is, "Judge not, lest ye be judged."
How to Respect Religion in Indonesia: Indonesia has always been a conservative, traditions-based society. For
instance, it's considered shameful and impolite for women to walk around in skimpy clothing. Even in more
cosmopolitan areas like Jakarta and Bali women should be advised that wearing revealing clothing may result in
being bothered by locals, especially at night. It is best to respect these cultural norms to avoid offense, or
confrontational situations.
When entering a mosque, men should wear long pants, and a long-sleeved shirt to cover their arms. Women
should cover up as well, and should invest in a kerchief, or shawl, to cover their hair. A man should also never
shake hands with a Muslim woman, unless she extends her hand first.
Basic Rules Whilst In-Country:
       Never use your left hand for anything. Don't touch anyone with it, don't eat with it, don't pick things up
        with it – as it's considered the hand you use to wipe yourself in the bathroom. If you're left-handed and
        suddenly everyone looks at you with disgust, that's what's going through their minds.
       Remember to remove your shoes or sandals at the door to a house, and don't show the soles of your feet.
       Use your right thumb to point at things - pointing with the index finger is considered rude.
       Always bend slightly when meeting or greeting an Indonesian older than you or in a position of authority.
        Source: World Nomads : https://www.worldnomads.com/

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Some Key Phrases:

English                     Indonesian
Welcome                     Selamat datang
Hello                       Apa kabar
Goodbye                     Selamat tinggal
Excuse me                   Maaf
                            Permisi (to get past)
Sorry                       Maafkan saya
                            Maaf
Thankyou                    Terima kasih
Cheers/Good health          Santi!
(If Indonesians ask you what you think of their country, a good answer is Negara Indonesia indah sekali meaning -
Indonesia is a beautiful country).

PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Electricity
Indonesia uses European-style two-pin round plugs ('C'-type is the most common
variant found) Voltage is at 220 V 50 Hz.
Money
The unit of currency used in Indonesia is the rupiah (Rp). Denominations of 25, 50, 100 and 500 rupiah are in
circulation in both the old silver-coloured coins and the newer bronze-coloured coins. Notes come in 500, 1000,
5000, 10000, 20000, 50 000 and 100 000 rupiah denominations. There are plenty of options for exchanging
money in Indonesia, and it’s wise to use all of them so carry some cash and your ATM/Credit Card. You will only
need money for personal items and optional social and recreational activities, alcoholic beverages, internet,
phone sim cards, (if you want them) and other tourist activities or happenings outside of the itinerary.
Conversion: $1 Australian equals approximately 10, 000 Indonesian Rp
ATMs: ATMs are increasingly common throughout Indonesia and most now accept Visa, MasterCard, Maestro
and Cirrus. Confirm with your bank at home to ensure you can use ATM facilities in Indonesia, and also ask what
charges apply.ATMs in Indonesia have a maximum limit for withdrawals, sometimes it is 2,000,000Rp, but can be
as low as 400,000Rp, which is not much in foreign currency terms. Problems can occur if your bank has a
minimum withdrawal limit that is higher than the ATM’s maximum. In this case your transaction will be
refused.These days, most large towns have banks with ATMs, but as they often experience downtime it’s good to
keep your options open.
Food
A typical Indonesian meal consists of steamed rice and one or two main
dishes made of fish, meat or vegetables served together. Food is eaten
with the fingers or with a spoon and fork. When eating with the fingers,
Indonesians use their right hand only. Always leave some food on the
plate or drink in the glass to indicate that they have had enough.

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WHAT TO BRING
You will want to bring loose comfortable cotton clothes that are modest. Preferably shirts with sleeves and below
the knee shorts and skirts or loose pants. Also a light but warm jumper, thongs, some good comfortable shoes, a
light rain jacket and a sun hat are important. You won't need a sleeping bag, but a sleeping sheet is required. If it
does get cold clean blankets are available in each accommodation. Mozzies can be a bit unpredictable. We
suggest people bring a light travel mozzie net just in case. As we will be travelling from place to place, please try
to pack as light as you can for your own comfort as well as for the easy movement of the whole group.
Below is a guide for what to bring
CLOTHES
    Light Jumper                                            Socks and underwear
    Long Pants/shorts/skirts                                Sun hat
    Long Sleeve tops/shirts                                 Sleeping wear
    Comfortable sturdy shoes                                Light rain Jacket
    Flip flops                                              Swimmers
    Sandals (optional)
TOILETRIES
       Sunscreen                                            Sanitary products (you can buy pads in
       Lip balm                                              Indo but outside of Bali and Jakarta you
       Mosquito repellent                                    won’t have access to tampons)
       Hand Sanitiser gel (this is very useful)             Moisturiser (most moisturisers in Indo
       Medications (see section below)                       have skin whitener, so bring your own)
OTHER
    Torch                                                   Small padlock
    Water bottle                                            Ear plugs
    Keep cup                                                Mosquito net
    Container for take away when needed                     Money belt
    Metal straw                                             Small day pack
    Bed sheet/inner sheet                                   Snorkel/goggles
    Towel or sarong
IMPORTANT

       Passport + photocopies
       Visa + photocopies
       Passport photos
OPTIONAL

       Spare memory card                                    Small sewing kit
       USB                                                  Gaffer tape (always handy)
       Piece of thin rope                                   Slippery Elm (good for stomach upsets)

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RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL GUIDELINES
Travel with an open mind
Travel is best planned and experienced as a means of collective fulfilment. We ask all participants who join us to
travel with an open mind, as it is a fundamental component of self-education, mutual exchange, understanding
and learning about the diversity between people and cultures. Travelling in this way to other cultures and
traditions will transform your experience.

Think about your impacts and sustainability
Sustainability is a core component of the work we do and we encourage participants on our trips to adhere to our
sustainable framework. This includes:
       Try to minimise purchasing plastic bottles
       Be aware of the products you take with you including soaps, shampoo and conditioners, insect repellents,
        clothes washing products etc and choose natural biodegradable products wherever possible.
       Be wary about toilet paper use and girls think about disposal of sanitary products
       Be water wise!
       Think about the type and amount of transport you use each day – when you are responsible for these
        things. Much can be seen for walking!
       Think about the products you dispose of and where they go in the country you are in. Many countries we
        visit don’t have waste disposal infrastructure set in place that deals with waste in a healthy or
        environmentally sound way.
       Try to learn as much as you can about the community you will be visiting so that you are aware of cultural
        norms and different ways of behaving.
       Learn some language. Even a very small amount of local language can go a long way and demonstrates
        respect and an active interest in the country you visit. (For more on our sustainable travel guidelines visit:
        http://ceres.org.au/global/responsible-travel-framework/)

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SAFETY AND MEDICAL INFORMATION FOR INDONESIA
(If you have any health issues, make sure you tell us before departing).
Visit a travel doctor
It is important that you make an appointment to see a Travel Doctor or GP to seek a professional
recommendation on the vaccinations and other medications you may require.
Medical kits
You will need to make up and bring a medical kit with advice from your doctor. Medical kits contain prescription
and non-prescription medications for the self-management of common traveller’s problems, upset belies,
infections, allergies and any personal requirements.
Travellers insurance
All participants need to take out their own travellers insurance that covers emergency evacuation from remote
areas (we will need to site your insurance before departure). Swinburne covers student travellers insurance.
Terms and Conditions
All participants will need to sign a CERES Global terms and conditions form.
Travelling with medicines
Before leaving home, you should check that your medications are legal in Samoa and the transiting Countries.
Make sure you bring sufficient quantities to last the trip.
General recommendations
Recommendations from the Australian Government for safe travel overseas include:
        Register your travel plans - https://www.orao.dfat.gov.au/orao/weborao.nsf/Homeform?Openform
        Eat and drink safely. Try not to overindulge in alcohol.
        Be especially aware of motor vehicle and recreational water hazards.

        Ensure your vaccines are up-to-date.
        Avoid mosquitoes, ticks, flies and other biting insects.

        Don't go near or touch local animals including domestic cats and dogs
        Apply sunscreen and repellent regularly.

        If you are prescribed anti-malarial medication, take it as prescribed, for example prior to leaving, while in
         risk areas and when you return.
        Research your destination and also find out whether essentials are readily available. In some countries
         supplies of feminine hygiene products, and contraceptives, including condoms, can be unreliable or
         unavailable.
STAYING HEALTHY OVERSEAS
The most important way to stay healthy while travelling overseas is to look after you own health and hygiene.
One of the easiest ways to do this is to be careful about what you eat and drink; take precautions about what
goes into your mouth. Where possible:
DRINK:
        Boiled water

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    Purified water: modern water purifiers such as UV based Steri Pens are transportable and very effective.
         Used correctly, they will eliminate any organic material and organisms from water and render it about as
         safe as you can possibly get
        Bottled water: check if the seal is unbroken, as refills from the tap are not uncommon. Only purchase
         bottled water when boiled, purified or chemically disinfected water is unavailable to minimise the
         creation of plastic waste
        Chemically disinfected water: the simplest way to do this is to use iodine-based drinking water tablets
         which are added to water before drinking. The instructions must be followed correctly. Individuals allergic
         to iodine should not use iodine tablets
        Cans or bottled drinks (please note that we encourage our participants to minimise their consumption of
         bottled drinks wherever possible, to minimise waste to landfill)

        Wines and spirits: these are usually imported and safe but ice is certainly to be avoided
         Always have a back-up plan when it comes to sourcing safe drinking water!!!
DO NOT DRINK:
        Any other water: presume all other sources of water are contaminated.

        Anything with ice in it: freezing preserves germs; it does not kill them
        From shared water bottles, to minimise the risk of the spread of infection and disease
EAT:

        Freshly cooked food: fried, boiled, steamed, soups
        Peel-able fruits: bananas, citrus fruit, apples, etc.

        Food of acceptable brands in cans or sealed packets
        In well patronised busy restaurants serving local food
        Off clean plates with clean cutlery: be careful about excess water left on dishes

        Always be sure that the origin of your food is safe!
DO NOT EAT:
        Uncooked or undercooked food or reheated food
        Salads or unpeeled fruit and vegetables
        Ice-cream (unless it is in an internationally packaged and labeled brand) and dairy products

        Oysters, clams, mussels, barbecued prawns or mud crabs
        Food that has been left around exposed to flies

        Dishes requiring a good deal of food handling to prepare
SAFETY
CERES Global conducts risk assessments of all officially activities undertaken during the Indonesia Cultural
Exchange Program. As a participant, you need to ensure that you are making informed and safe choices for
yourself outside of these official activities to ensure your own personal and group safety.

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EMERGENCY CONTACT NUMBERS
Australian Consulate - General
Address: Jl. Tantular No.32, Renon, Denpasar Sel., Kota Denpasar, Bali 80234, Indonesia, Phone: +62 361 2000100
bali.indonesia.embassy.gov.au/
For an emergency in Indonesia, dial the following numbers:
Main Emergency = 112, Ambulance = 118, Search & Rescue = 111, 115, 151, Police = 110, Fire Dpt. 113
CERES - Contact Sophie or Ben
CERES Global Coordinators, CERES Community Environment Park, Corner of Stewart and Robert Sts
Brunswick East, p. 03) 9389 0183, e. sophie@ceres.org.au, global@ceres.org.au

 We’re really happy to be taking this amazing journey with you. Keep in touch during your pre-departure
                           preparation and ask any questions as they come up.

                             THIS WILL BE SUCH A GREAT ADVENTURE!

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