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Motor Neurone Disease NZ is the only charity focused on improving quality of life, funding research and campaigning for people affected by motor neurone disease (MND) in New Zealand.
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We're here to support you
Our charity was built on the ethos of helping people affected by motor neurone disease – it’s the cornerstone of all that we do. If you or a loved one has motor neurone disease, we’re here for you.
News & events
Concussion and motor neurone disease: what we knowÂ
A new study has recently been published on the difference in levels of proteins associated with neurodegenerative disease
Meet Grant, an adventurer with a heart for making a difference
Known for his happy-go-lucky spirit (despite his wife’s description of him as a “serious grumpy old buggar”)
Norm Hewitt dies: Former All Black, Dancing with the Stars winner loses battle with motor neurone disease
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Come Together 2024 – Charity Auction
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Crowe Family Cuppa tea and Ice Bucket Challenge
As part of our action Month, the Crowe family held a Cuppa Tea and an Ice Bucket…
We're growing our support with your help
We're growing our support! 💙 Motor Neurone Disease NZ was built on the ethos of helping people…
Support for those living with motor neurone disease
When retired vet Jonathan Spencer found out in 2021 he had motor neurone disease, it was like being hit with a sledgehammer.
Interview: Meet the new Support Advisor
We are delighted to share that Rachel Woodworth has recently joined MND NZ as a Support Advisor…
Donate today
Your support powers our work. Please donate generously.
- help make time count for people with MND and their loved ones by providing personalised, compassionate, and practical help through community-based support advisors.
- advocate for equitable care, timely access to essential equipment, home modifications, and support systems for improved quality of life - regardless of where you live.
- support scientists to research and better understand the complexities of MND, so that truly effective treatments can be developed, and ultimately, a cure can be found.