The Motor Neurone Disease Association of New Zealand (MND NZ) and Fulton Hogan have announced a three-year partnership to enhance the quality of life for people living with motor neurone disease. New Zealand has the highest known rate of motor neurone disease (MND) in the world, with an average of two people per week diagnosed … Read more

The David Oliver Beacon Award is open for 2019 submissions. This year’s theme is: Acknowledging an individual or team making a difference on the journey of people or families living with motor neurone disease. Dr David Oliver, internationally acclaimed physician who has dedicated much of his life to enhancing the quality of life of people … Read more

Thousands showed up around the country Sunday in support of their loved ones living with MND and to commemorate those they have lost. All around the New Zealand adults, children and dogs dressed up in blue and white outfits, face paint and fundraised to continue nationwide support and advocacy for people living with MND and … Read more

Blenheim comedy night

On the 27th and 28th of July, Silvia Hodel and a friend ran a comedy weekend in Marlborough that raised nearly $13,0000 for MND New Zealand and the Graeme Dingle Foundation. Silvia explains how they did it. My sister had been running comedy fundraisers for years, and they were always such a fun night with … Read more