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A research initiative led by Associate Professor Emma Scotter (Centre for Brain Research, The University of Auckland), Dr Richard Roxburgh (Neurogenetics Clinic, Auckland City Hospital), and collaborators are recruiting for a study of the genetics of motor neurone disease in New Zealand. Recruitment update They are no longer recruiting people with sporadic MND (without a … Read more
The 2025 MND Insight Research study — formerly known as the MND Insight Survey — has reached a major milestone, thanks to the dedication of our MND community. This collaborative research effort has produced a rich dataset that sheds light on the lived experience of motor neurone disease in Aotearoa New Zealand. Led by Dr … Read more
Behind every campaign, story, and fundraiser at Motor Neurone Disease NZ is a team of people working with purpose, care, and conviction. In our Staff Spotlight series, we introduce you to the people behind the cause — those who bring connection and heart to their mahi. This month, we meet Marketing & Fundraising Manager Laura … Read more
Wayne Richards is one of many New Zealanders living with motor neurone disease (MND) — and one of many who show us what resilience really looks like. We’re sharing Wayne’s story to highlight the everyday strength, humour, and perspective that shape our community. His message is simple but powerful: tough days don’t take away who … Read more
Buckets were tipped. Brews were poured. But MND Action Month 2025 was more than just fundraising — it was a nationwide effort to raise awareness, start conversations, and support people living with motor neurone disease. Together, we helped make time count. From heartfelt Cuppa Tea parties to exhilarating Ice Bucket Challenges, people all over Aotearoa … Read more
The Hurricanes Alumni Foundation Trust recently came together for a special fundraising dinner — a night of connection, reflection, and heartfelt giving. Held on 31 May, the event brought together past and present Hurricanes and Hurricanes Poua players, supporters, and community leaders, raising an incredible $8,000 for Motor Neurone Disease NZ. “For us, this cause is … Read more
Thanks to the support of Bunnings, our amazing volunteers, and communities across Aotearoa, MND Action Month sizzled its way to a $50,000 milestone — helping make time count for people living with motor neurone disease. On Saturday, 28 June, something special happened across Aotearoa. From Whangārei to Invercargill, 42 Bunnings stores opened their doors and … Read more
The latest edition of MND News has arrived — and it’s filled with stories of courage, connection, and community. Published during MND Action Month, the MND News Winter 2025 issue reflects the heart of what this time of year is all about. Across Aotearoa, people are tipping buckets of ice, pouring cups of tea, and … Read more
Motor neurone disease (MND) is a devastating, incurable illness that slowly robs people of their ability to move, speak, eat—and eventually, breathe. Every week, at least two New Zealanders are diagnosed, and two more lose their lives to MND. This June, you can help make time count for those affected. Motor Neurone Disease NZ is proud to … Read more
For 30 years, it was part of Helen and Keith’s daily ritual — until motor neurone disease slowly took everything away. In this moving first-person reflection, Keith Thomas shares the heartbreak, resilience, and enduring love that defined their final years together. We’re honoured to share Helen’s story as part of MND Action Month — a … Read more
Join us Wednesday 2 July, 12.30pm to 2pm, for a special Cuppa Tea for MND at the Motor Neurone Disease NZ office in Royal Oak, Auckland. This event will be combined with the usual monthly support group meeting. This kōrero is an opportunity for people affected by MND to meet in an informal environment to … Read more
It began with a holiday pottery class — a young girl at the wheel, her mum by her side, both falling quietly in love with clay. Over time, that spark became JMT Ceramics: a mother–daughter studio grounded in patience, creativity, and connection. When Michelle’s partner lost his father to motor neurone disease (MND), the grief … Read more