Nearly 2,000 fall ill from Indonesia's free school meals program

About 1,950 students and teachers got sick this week from meals in Indonesia's government Free Nutritious Meals program. Cases happened across five provinces.

Why it mattersRepeated food safety failures raise concerns about how the program is checked. It costs billions and expands fast to reach millions of students.

AustraliaNo direct Australian effect yet, though proximity to Indonesia means any food export contamination could affect Australian importers and consumers relying on Indonesian suppliers.

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Australian banned from Bali for 10 years after alleged public sex act

A 27-year-old Australian was deported and banned for 10 years after allegedly having a public sexual act in a residential area.

Why it mattersAustralian travellers need to know Indonesia enforces strict laws on public behavior. The consequences are serious and include long-term bans.