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Australian tourist dies after falling from Kelingking Beach cliff on Nusa Penida
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An Australian woman has died after falling from the Kelingking Beach cliff on Nusa Penida island near Bali, according to local authorities. The incident occurred on Saturday morning when the woman reportedly fell from the steep cliff while seeking an independent route to the edge. Emergency services were dispatched, but she fell before they could reach her. Her body was later retrieved from the shoreline. A medical examination at Griya Medica Clinic on Nusa Penida found she had sustained several fractures and other injuries. Kelingking Beach is a popular tourist destination known for its panoramic views from the 180-meter-high coastal cliff. The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade has been contacted for comment.
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