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This Saturday 06 June, Bunnings stores across Aotearoa will be firing up the barbecues in support of MND Action Month — and we’d love you to stop by. From 9am to 3pm, more than 260 incredible volunteers will be on the tongs at 42 Bunnings locations nationwide, raising vital funds and sparking conversations about motor neurone disease (MND). How you … Read more
Each month, we host an MND Connect Group at the MND NZ national office in Royal Oak — a relaxed, supportive space where people affected by motor neurone disease can connect, talk, and spend time with others who understand. In July, to honour MND Action Month, we’re doing something a little different. On Wednesday 01 July, our MND Connect … Read more
The first of June marks the official start of MND Action Month — and people across Aotearoa are already stepping up to make time count for those living with motor neurone disease (MND). From hosting Cuppa Teas to taking on the Ice Bucket Challenge, New Zealanders are raising funds, starting conversations, and showing that MND … Read more
June is MND Action Month — a time to act, raise awareness, and make time count for people in Aotearoa living with motor neurone disease (MND), and for the whānau who support them. MND is a progressive, incurable, and ultimately terminal disease. It gradually takes away a person’s ability to walk, talk, eat — and … Read more
As we approach the end of the financial year, MND NZ is reminding all the generous New Zealanders who have supported our work since 1 April 2025 that you may be eligible to claim a tax credit on your donations. Every contribution you’ve made this year has helped ensure people newly diagnosed with motor neurone … Read more
For many workplaces, 2026 is already shaping up to be a year where wellbeing, genuine connection, and meaningful community involvement matter more than ever. At MND NZ, we’re inviting organisations across the motu to take part in something that brings all of these threads together. From 2–6 October 2026, we’re hosting Trek for MND – … Read more
Supporting someone in the workplace after an MND diagnosis can feel overwhelming — but the right information helps employers respond with confidence and care. One employer who recently worked with our Support Advisor shared: “I appreciate the clear direction on next steps for supporting our colleague — it’s incredibly helpful.” Our Guide for Employers of … Read more
Dr Natalie Gauld ONZM, Research Advisor and Best Practice Advocate at MND NZ, will be presenting to health professionals as part of the Hospice NZ Palliative Care Lecture Series on Thursday 05 February. The webinar will explore the end of life care experiences of people with MND, drawing on data and anonymous insights from the … Read more
The New Year is here, and with it comes that familiar moment—the chance to reset, reconnect, and choose how you want the year ahead to feel. If you’ve been searching for something meaningful to anchor your 2026 to—something that gets you outdoors, brings purpose and challenge, and lets you soak up the beauty of nature—the … Read more
At Motor Neurone Disease NZ, our greatest strength is you – our MND community. Thanks to your support, we walked alongside more than 480 families in 2025. This year, 134 Kiwis received the life-changing diagnosis of motor neurone disease (MND). Each person and their whānau faced a new and challenging reality. Our mission is clear: … Read more
The latest edition of MND News is here, packed with stories illustrating the power of connection, advocacy, education, research and support. On the front cover you’ll find Kevin Norton and his shiny Harley Davidson motorbike. He’s working on getting the bike running again, using the tools he carries in his walking frame. Delve inside the … Read more
Meet Hope — a soft, 13cm-tall plush puppy with a big heart and an even bigger mission. As the official mascot of Motor Neurone Disease NZ, Hope offers comfort, connection, and a message of resilience to anyone impacted by motor neurone disease (MND). Can you give a Hope Pup a home these holidays, to help … Read more