2026 Workshops and Webinars

“Great session, well organised content and surprisingly fun! These workshops are exactly what is needed out there.” Donna, Tauranga

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Workshops are generally four hours long (including breaks) and cost is around $40 per person, $60 for a pair or couple, $70 for a family group of three OR BY DONATION All proceeds go back into our advocacy. DWD is run entirely on voluntary labour. Some workshops cost less if the venue is free, the workshop has a shorter format or there is sponsoring organisation.

A 60 page D.I.Y. guide is included with your registration. Tea and snacks are provided. For those workshops spanning midday, please note lunches are not included.

If you need parking close to the venue, or a disability drop-off, email ahead so we can help. Likewise if you have trouble registering: [email protected]

UPCOMING 2026 WORKSHOPS:

Wellington, Sunday 14th June POSTPONED. NEW DATE TO BE ADVISED

Taupo 12pm to 4pm, Friday 3rd July, REAP Central – 73 Titiraupenga St. $40 per person, $55 for two and $70 for group of three/family or BY DONATION. Bring your own lunch, snacks and tea served. Presenters: Tilly Stevens and friends.

Raglan/Whaingaroa, 11 July. 1.30pm to 5.30pm. Stewart St Hall. Presenters: Gaylene Delaney (Doula and Nurse) and Robyn Wilson (Doula and Social Worker) plus locals. Organised in conjunction with End of Life Matters, TimeBank Raglan Whaingaroa. $25 per person or by donation or koha.

Kaitaia, Northland: 16 July, 10am to noon, at Age Concern, 16 Commerce St, Free event, refreshments provided. Ph 09 408 2997 if you need more information.

Kāpiti Island/Paekākāriki, Sunday 26 July, Afternoon (TBC). St Peter’s Hall, Paekakariki, $30, includes cost of booklet (60 pages). Presenters, Sue Hurst, Fiona Mcdonald, Fergus Wheeler and friends.

New Plymouth, Taranaki, 11 Sept, 10am – Noon, Toi Foundation, 121 Gill St, New Plymouth. Part of Taranaki Dying Matters Week. Presenter Kim Maunder, Death Cafe host, End-of-life Doula and local Death Without Debt advocate. Cost $35 per person OR BY DONATION. Register using form on this page.

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WORKSHOPS COVER:

Funeral planning, wills, Enduring Power of Attorney, Advanced Care Plans, probate
After-death paperwork requirements and avoiding professional service fees
Care and transport of the body
When you need a coffin and when you don’t.
The pros and cons of cremation vs burial. Alternative and environmental technologies.
The politics and history of funerals
Community initiatives and collective action for funeral reform
And much more . . .

Financial hardship? Email us with your registration (as above) and “Koha” or “by donation” in subject line

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DIY Funeral Workshops Booking Form

Contact Details

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Phone

Event Details

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Workshop(Required)

Taupo, 3rd July, 12 – 4pm, REAP Central – 73 Titiraupunga St

Raglan/Whaingaroa, 11 July, 1.30 – 5.30, Stewart St Hall

Kāpiti Island/Paekākāriki, 26 July, afternoon (TBC). St Peter’s Hall

New Plymouth, Sept 11, Toi Foundation, 10am to noon

Payment Details

Workshops are of varying lengths depending on location. Prices reflect length and venue costs. Death Without Debt is run entirely on volunteer labour and all proceeds go to cover travel, printing etc. Please deposit money to: Death Without Debt 38-9023-0202538-00 Please put your name and location in the reference fields.

Confirmation(Required)

I have deposited the cost for tickets into the Death Without Debt account 38-9023-0202538-00 with name and location in the reference fields.

If you are registering on a by-donation basis, please simply email us with name, location of workshop and “by donation”.

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