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Kiwiburn 2027 Dates!

Kiwiburn 2027 Dates!

Mark your calendars, dust off your goggles, and start plotting your return to the paddock — Kiwiburn 2027 is officially set for 27 January – 1 February 2027. That’s our window to gather, build, burn, and bask in the magic together once again. We know these dates won’t...

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Message from our Acting Chair!

Kia Ora wonderful humans, I'm Keri, Kiwiburn's Site Safety Facilitator for the past 2 years. ExCom has just appointed me Acting Chair, to fill the gap left by Andy's resignation. I'm joined by Ryan, Kiwiburn's new Acting Treasurer. We are still intending to open...

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Saddle Up, Social Media Wrangler Wanted!

Saddle Up, Social Media Wrangler Wanted!

Got Discord skills, quick fingers, and a good sense for community vibes? Kiwiburn is looking for a Social Media Wrangler to help keep our online spaces humming — with a strong focus on Discord, which is becoming the main hub (so solid Discord experience is essential)....

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New Blog Post!

New Blog Post!

There’s a surprisingly reliable way to go to Kiwiburn and somehow miss all the magic—and this brilliantly written (and painfully relatable) blog post lays out the exact recipe. With sharp humour and a touch of truth, it walks through how over-planning,...

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Important Dates!

Important Dates!

Important Dates; Don't forget to get your applications in! Put them on that organizational whiteboard, set that phone reminder, tape it to your fridge if that'll help! Get them in because we want to see them! Art Grant submissions close: 9PM Sunday 21 June 2026 -...

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April Already!?

April Already!?

We know the EFP’s been brimming with volunteer callouts lately—but it’s not all sign-up sheets and spreadsheets. We’ve also got some fresh faces to welcome to the team.  The Kiwiburn machine is powered by people — and we’re looking to grow a few of the cogs that keep...

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I’VE ESCAPED AND NEED YOUR HELP! 

I’VE ESCAPED AND NEED YOUR HELP! 

Please do not scroll!  I write to you from an undisclosed location. I barely escaped the clutches of the DOP. I’ve lost count of how long I’ve been held captive writing the EFP but now I’ve finally made my daring bid for freedom. In order to maintain the illusion that...

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Wanted: TWO Creative Legends to Design the Burn 

Wanted: TWO Creative Legends to Design the Burn 

Got a knack for turning ideas into eye candy? We’re on the lookout for two Graphic Designers to help shape the look and feel of Kiwiburn—from posters and patches to guides, socials, and all the bits in between. You’ll collaborate with the winning poster artist, adapt...

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Welcome to the Comms family Piklik!

Welcome to the Comms family Piklik!

- What do you actually do around here now? I’ve been accepted to fill the role of Communications 2IC - meaning I assist Captain, our Communications Facilitator and will have some specific responsibilities in the team as well. - What made you want to volunteer for a...

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Welcome back to the year-round crew, Chloe! 

Welcome back to the year-round crew, Chloe! 

- Tell us about your role: Internal comms is about managing the comms across teams internally for the Org and trying to reduce the silo effect that can come from people working hard in their own respective areas! It's a newly developed role and I'm the first to have...

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