Known for his happy-go-lucky spirit (despite his wife’s description of him as a “serious grumpy old buggar”)
Fundraising
Are you ready to conquer Mt Kilimanjaro? This is your chance to embark on an unforgettable journey while making a difference for people affected by motor neurone disease. In 2025, we’ll embark on the Kilimanjaro Rongai route in Tanzania and reach the summit of 5,895m over nine days. Our Challenge Trek to Mt Kilimanjaro is a … Read more
What could be better than watching supergroup Come Together perform Led Zeppelin IV live in full? Knowing that the price of your ticket is a donation towards the vital work of Motor Neurone Disease NZ, the only charity focused on improving quality of life, funding research and campaigning for people affected by MND in New … Read more
As part of our action Month, the Crowe family held a Cuppa Tea and an Ice Bucket challenge in memory of their husband and dad Ian, who passed away in December last year. The Lower Hutt family hosted 60 friends and family last Sunday, and included our own Moira Young, Support Advisor for the lower … Read more
Join us on June 21st at 1 PM at Go Media Stadium for a special event supporting MND NZ! Inspired by her dad, Kristy is raising awareness for motor neurone disease with the help of the One NZ Warriors. Get ice bucketed by a Warrior, meet the players, and bid on exclusive merch. Plus, Te … Read more
We are absolutely delighted to share that Bunnings and our wonderful volunteers raised over $30,000 on Saturday. It has been such a privilege to work with the Bunnings staff and stores, and to meet so many people and hear so many stories of MND. Thank you for all your hard work to bring this to … Read more
We first introduced you to Darren Bidois in February, when he shared his story in the lead up to the Masters Games 2024. Darren’s family have been his biggest support on his journey with MND, and this year have organised an “Icing with a Warm Cuppa” fundraising event as part of MND Action Month. Here, … Read more
As part of MND Action Month, Motor Neurone Disease NZ is teaming up with Bunnings for a NATIONWIDE sausage sizzle on Saturday, 15th June, from 9am to 3pm and we need you! We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to assist at 41 Bunnings locations across NZ. Just a couple hours of your time can help make … Read more
When Kristy’s dad Kendall was diagnosed with MND in November 2019, it came as a shock to everyone. “He thought he had a knee injury, and we were expecting him to have surgery and be up and running in no time” recalls Kristy. But this was not to be. The Wellington family managed to squeeze … Read more
It’s not all hot tea and ice buckets this June! Earlier today Taranaki-born Jon Beardmore was interviewed on One Breakfast about his postman adventure in memory of his dad, who passed away from motor neurone disease 18 months ago. In what he calls “the Galapagos Postman Challenge”, Jon has taken 50 letters from an ancient … Read more
THE GOOD CAFE (formerly the Community Cafe) is a vibrant hub of hospitality and delicious breakfast every Tuesday morning, raising tens of thousands of dollars for various charitable projects. As part of MND Action Month, The Good Café will be raising funds for Motor Neurone Disease NZ on Tuesday, 11 June. “We cook a hot … Read more
MND Action Month is back for 2024! Gather your workmates, your whānau, and your friends and let’s do whatever we can to make time count for people with motor neurone disease this June. When raising awareness about tough diseases, like MND, there’s no denying that conversation and connection go a long way. Recognizing this power … Read more