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Are you looking for the latest gossip, straight off the Kiwiburn press? Well look no further! Keep reading for the latest info, or use the archive and search below to find the relevant info.

You can also check our Facebook Page and Facebook Group, which contain official information from the organisation and discussions with the community respectively (though of course all official information will be released here and in our Weekly Digest too).

And if you have some news you’d like to share with the community, just contact the News Team. 

Volunteering with Volcor

A HUGE thank you to everyone who has taken the time to register on our new volunteer management system, Volcor – the response to our volunteer drive has been incredible! We have had some truly amazing people step up! If you haven’t had a chance to register, please...

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It’s National Volunteer Week in New Zealand!

  Enormous thank yous to all our volunteers for all you do and the time you gift. Kiwiburn is jumping for joy to be using Volcor, a dedicated online platform for managing Volunteers! The Volunteer Team introduced it to you a couple of days ago and is excited...

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Burners old and new, this is a call out for your community!

Burners old and new, this is a call out for your community!

You’ve probably already heard that Kiwiburn is entirely run by volunteers, but though have you ever really imagined it? You’re standing in the Paddock, it’s the afternoon before the Man burns, all around you people spanning the fancy dress spectrum roam and make...

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The 2018 dates, theme and poster competition!

KIWIBURN 2018 will take place 24–29 January, and the Art Theme is THE GRAND BIZARRE!   Thank you everyone for all your theme ideas – we had over 50 submissions. The winning idea came from Fletcher Handscomb who explains: "They would gather from all corners of the...

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Turbulent tummies in Tankwa Town

Turbulent tummies in Tankwa Town

photo by Sean Furlong, 2015 A lot of people were struck down by gastro illnesses at AfrikaBurn this year. It's a timely reminder to practice good hygiene while at a Burn event. Read more about the incidents at AfrikaBurn here. And read more about ways to stay safe on...

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Burning Seed 2017 tickets

Burning Seed 2017 tickets

The floodwaters have receded, refunds have been made and tickets for Burning Seed 2017: DEEPER SPACE go on sale THIS WEEK! All you need to know is here.

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Connect with Burners in your community

Wanting to meet up with local Burners? Check out the ever-growing list on the Kiwiburn website and get connected to your community! And if your Group isn't listed yet, get in touch with the team to get it added so more people can find you. Check out the page here for...

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Theme ideas for 2018

The Robots came and went! What will be the Kiwiburn Art Theme for 2018? If you've found some inspiration and have a theme in mind, head to the website to fill out the form with your idea and a short description! 

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Come to your Census!

Come to your Census!

Wow! The Robots sure had fun on the Paddock. We want to get to know you better and learn more about your experiences at Kiwiburn. Please take just a few minutes today to fill it out the ONLINE CENSUS. And share the link with your campmates too – your feedback helps...

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‘Kiwiburn 2017: The Robots Are Coming’ in the media

‘Kiwiburn 2017: The Robots Are Coming’ in the media

  A collection of Kiwiburn stories in the media in 2017. New Zealand Herald Local Focus movie of Kiwiburn. Watch here. Wanganui Chronicle article on The Giant Weta at Kiwiburn. Read here. Wanganui Chronicle feature article on Kiwiburn....

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