January 14, 2026
Still Time: Reflections on love, loss and life
Robyn Pryor didn’t set out to write a book. In 2022, when motor neurone disease (MND) forced…
MND News & Research
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Awareness, Community, Living with MND, Personal Stories
Community, Events, Fundraising
January 5, 2026
Ready for a Reset? Make Time Count with the Trek for MND
The New Year is here, and with it comes that familiar moment—the chance to reset, reconnect, and…
Community, MND NZ
December 17, 2025
Together, we made time count in 2025
At Motor Neurone Disease NZ, our greatest strength is you – our MND community. Thanks to your…
Advocacy, Awareness, Treatments
December 16, 2025
Government urged to fund liquid riluzole for people with MND
Motor Neurone Disease NZ is calling for the Government to urgently introduce and fund liquid riluzole for…
Community, MND NZ, Personal Stories
December 11, 2025
MND News Summer 2025 is out now
The latest edition of MND News is here, packed with stories illustrating the power of connection, advocacy,…
Awareness, Community, Fundraising
December 10, 2025
When art mirrors life: the powerful layers of creativity
Helen Casey-MacDuff has a lifelong-artist’s view of the world and as an art educator she encourages others…
Awareness, Community, Fundraising
December 9, 2025
Jackie’s response: a 24-hour gym challenge
Photo: Jackie Keenan (R) rides with her dad, Craig, and sister Hannah When Jackie Keenan’s dad was…
Fundraising, MND NZ
November 28, 2025
Will you bring a little Hope home these holidays?
Meet Hope — a soft, 13cm-tall plush puppy with a big heart and an even bigger mission….
Community, Events, Fundraising
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…
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 &…