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With roughly a week left before we are welcomed back Home, we at the EFP are proud and excited to introduce you to this years Temple, made by the amazing Kym S and David Y. Kym and David are putting together the Temple in 2026. They are a team spanning the length of...
In case you missed it last year, or if you’re new to Kiwiburn, we have our very own, super handy app, Catalyst. And it works offline so you don’t need to worry about that sketchy Paddock signal! Thanks to the wonderful Mikey and his team Browse all events, theme...
Communal Effort If the Guiding Principles were a band, Communal Effort would probably be the bass player. You can’t really see them when the band is jamming, but if they suddenly packed up and left, the music would suddenly sound really shitty. In very simple terms,...
This year, Very Alternative Gathering (V.A.G.) and the unofficial Hookah (on the) Rd have merged their mischief in the most deviantly delectable way, serving up a tantalising twist on Hookah Rd’s OG Lemons & Lingerie. Two camps, one deliciously juicy rendezvous. ...
We're the Whispering Worms, and we have terrifying news... Gemma vs The Normal Worms is coming back to the Paddock in 2026!!! Our epic 4h 20m audio comedy is back! Now with headphones and episode selection! WE'LL GIVE YOU WORMS... All day. Every day: Cozy up at...
A friendly reminder for all Paddock-bound humans - there is onsite drinking water available so there’s no need to load yourself up with heavy water containers before you arrive. Bringing less weight means lower transport emissions, which in turn helps us all leave...
Wednesday 21 Jan, 5–6pm, Temple Paddock Join in the opening Paddock gathering: a chance to come together for karakia and mihi, to acknowledge everyone who makes Kiwiburn possible, and to share a moment of collective appreciation for this thing we do. Please bring...
Feel the heat on the Paddock? Enter Love Bombing: a roaming, bookable water fight brought to you by Sodden Velvet. Love Bombing features re-usable water balloons, a big tub of water, and a trolley to ferry the splashy goodness around Kiwiburn. It’ll be wandering the...
Sprongus, the darling of the Paddock, is turning 3 and, as any mature rat knows, gratitude is the secret to a long and happy life. Have you ever thought “wow, for a place that is all about gifting I’m surprised no one puts on a shared lunch event”? Well think no more!...
At Kiwiburn, Radical Self-Reliance is about trusting your own capability to thrive on the Paddock. It means coming prepared, looking after yourself, and taking responsibility for your needs — from shelter and sustenance to sunblock and swagger. When everyone shows up...
