November 6, 2025
Calling all Wellingtonian quiz queens and kings
Relax with a craft beer at a quiz night in the Sprig and Fern Thorndon during November…
MND News & Research
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Community, Events, Fundraising
Advocacy, Community, Research
October 20, 2025
Turning insights into change: how the MND Insight Research study is already making a difference
Research is essential for improving the lives of people with motor neurone disease (MND) and their whānau….
Community, Events, Fundraising
October 17, 2025
Trek for MND: Abel Tasman Adventure 2026
We’re thrilled to launch the Trek for MND: Abel Tasman Adventure — five days, 55 km of…
Community, Fundraising
October 14, 2025
Marathon Effort for MND
On 02 November, Tony Treloar will attempt a 5km walk – one of the 2025 Barfoot &…
Advocacy, Community, Research
September 29, 2025
Repeat session: MND Insight Research 2025 Highlights webinar
Due to the overwhelming response to our September 2025 webinar, Dr Natalie Gauld and Mark Leggett will…
Awareness, Community, Events
September 15, 2025
MND NZ Reappointed as Official Charity Partner for 2026 NZ Masters Games
We’re proud to share that Motor Neurone Disease NZ has once again been named the official charity partner…
Carers, Support
September 4, 2025
DSS changes bring choice and control for carers
Minister Louise Upston has announced major changes to the Disability Support System (DSS), restoring flexibility and control…
Awareness, Clinical News, Research
September 1, 2025
New Director announced for the Centre for Brain Research
Motor Neurone Disease NZ welcomes the appointment of Professor Hanneke Hulst as the next Director of the…
Research
August 15, 2025
Genetics Study: New Zealand Motor Neurone Disease Family Study
A research initiative led by Associate Professor Emma Scotter (Centre for Brain Research, The University of Auckland),…
Advocacy, Community, Research
August 14, 2025
MND Insight Research 2025: Highlights & What’s Next
The 2025 MND Insight Research study — formerly known as the MND Insight Survey — has reached…
MND NZ, Personal Stories
August 11, 2025
Staff Spotlight: Meet Laura — where purpose meets paws and powerful stories
Behind every campaign, story, and fundraiser at Motor Neurone Disease NZ is a team of people working…
Community, Living with MND
August 4, 2025
From diagnosis to determination: Wayne’s journey with MND
Wayne Richards is one of many New Zealanders living with motor neurone disease (MND) — and one…