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Hey kids, do you like science? (Yeah! Science!) Auckland Burners are throwing InflammARTory - a decentralised fundraiser for Art heading to Kiwiburn and Ignition. Think part rave, part science fair, full community vibes. Here’s the deal: your ticket includes $25 worth...
As part of our nefarious agenda, the DoP draws suckers in with the promise of joining the best team on - and off - the Paddock. And while we are absolutely telling the truth (would we ever lie to you?!) we might be omitting a very crucial piece of information… Once...
Alright humans, it’s time. Kiwiburn is moving off Facebook. It’s time to stop feeding the algorithm. Unless you’ve had your head in the sand for the past few years (and we wouldn’t blame you for that), you’ll know that Facebook has become a bit of a cesspit. And not...
Before we get into the nitty gritty of applying, it’s important that we let everyone know that onsite volunteer roles are being slowly released. Some are live now, some are still on the way. They will be going live over the next few weeks/months so keep your eyes...
With exactly three months until 21 Jan, things are starting to heat up behind the scenes. Onsite vollie roles are opening, year round vollies are full steam ahead (have a nosey here if you wanna join the Crew), and we strongly suggest keeping your peepers peeled for...
We’ve had a few questions lately, so here’s the short version of KB’s flag policy. No flags are to be flown on official Kiwiburn structures or buildings. That means the Hub, the Temple, the Effigy, the Site Office, and anything else officially linked to the event....
A month ago, we gave y’all the opportunity to reach out and ask ExCom anything. We wanted to give you a little reminder about this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, just in case you missed it or, y’know, you’re human and forget things (don’t worry, it happens to the...
Did you know Kiwiburn has guiding principles? Ten in total, with an eleventh that is considered unofficial but very important. What are they though and why do they exist? Adopted from Burning Man, these principles are the reflection of the culture and community that...
For this Propagandist, 2025 has been a year of challenging, inspiring, and transformative change. The kind that cracks you open a little, makes you slow down, reflect, and re-evaluate what truly matters - and what really matters is Community. The people who show up...
Alright you legends, it’s that time again. MPW (Ministry of Public Works) is gearing up for the Working Bee at the end of October and we need humans who can lift, build, dig, hammer, or just ‘hold this plank’ while someone else does the actual carpentry. Got skills...
