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2025 MND NSW Christmas Appeal

2025 MND NSW Christmas Appeal

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Welcome to MND NSW

MND NSW provides information, support and education for people living with motor neurone disease,
their families, friends and carers in NSW, ACT and NT. We also provide information and education about
motor neurone disease for health, community and residential care professionals.

Complete our intake form and get support now.

The MND Info Line 1800 777 175 provides information about MND and about how to access our services.

Some people like to help by volunteering to be involved in MND awareness-raising, fundraising or administration...

FlexEquip is a service of MND NSW providing fast access to a range of equipment and assistive technology.

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Every Moment Matters - Evaluating the Impact of MND

Being diagnosed with MND brings changes, challenges and extra considerations for a person living with the condition, as well as to their carers a...

Getting Prepared for Holiday Period - Things to Think About as MND Carers

The traditional festive season is upon us…putting up Christmas trees and decorations, pondering presents to give to others, planning for celebrations,...

Your Opinion Matters: Ways to Shape the Future of MND

At any given time, there are a number of ways to get involved and have your say about matters that are important to you. Such as, disability supports...

MND NSW Closure during the holiday period

MND NSW offices and InfoLine will be closed for the holiday period from 12pm on Wednesday 24 December 2025 and reopen on Monday 5 January 2026. Phones...

Carer tips for creating memories during the holidays

As we approach the downhill slope of the year and the holiday period which can be busy for all of us, as carers when we think about self-care strategi...

Christmas Appeal 2025 - How Your Donation Will Help

In the past two years, requests to our FlexEquip equipment service have grown by a whopping 64%.  And in the past financial year alone, FlexEquip...

Christmas Collection Sneak Peek

Christmas Collection Sneak Peek Keen to get your Christmas shopping ticked off the to-do list? Take a sneak peak at our 2025 Christmas Collection and...

Understanding Bulbar Motor Neurone Disease

Motor Neurone Disease (MND) is an umbrella term for a group of diseases. One disease classified as a type of MND is Progressive Bulbar Palsy (PBP). PB...

Hadrian’s Wall Walk for MND NSW – 135 kilometres in 6 days

Bev and Steven recently set off on an epic trek along Hadrian's Wall in support of MND NSW. Thank you for your amazing fundraising efforts, and for sh...

What’s the Difference Between MND, ALS and Lou Gehrig’s Disease?

Terminology and acronyms in the health and disability sectors can be confusing. An example of this is the difference between motor neurone disease (MN...

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Wallsend Christmas Lights Spectacular

Wallsend Christmas Lights Spectacular

1 Dec 2025 8:00 pm - 31 Dec 2025 11:00 pm

See the Christmas light spectacular in Newcastle set up by Kieran to raise much-needed funds for MND NSW.

Happening each night from 8pm until 11pm (and until 12am on weekends!) throughout December, visit  35 Wentworth St, Wallsend, to view these amazing lights!

 

Bunnings Sausage Sizzle hosted by Holistic Approach Support Services

Bunnings Sausage Sizzle hosted by Holistic Approach Support Services

20 Dec 2025 9:00 am -4:00 pm

Holistic Approach Support Services will be holding a BBQ fundraiser at Bunnings Tuggerah on December 20 to support people living with MND.

Carer Wellness: A Space to Breathe

Carer Wellness: A Space to Breathe

2 Feb 2026 3:00 pm -3:45 pm
Online

A FREE 4-week program hosted by MND VIC for carers held over February and March 2026. Beth Bradhurst, MND Counsellor will lead some breathing, relaxation and grounding practices. A great way to start off your week. February 2 and 16, March 2 and 16, 2026.

Carer Wellness: A Space to Breathe

Carer Wellness: A Space to Breathe

16 Feb 2026 3:00 pm -3:45 pm
Online

A FREE 4-week program hosted by MND VIC for carers held over February and March 2026. Beth Bradhurst, MND Counsellor will lead some breathing, relaxation and grounding practices. A great way to start off your week. February 2 and 16, March 2 and 16, 2026.

Carer Wellness: A Space to Breathe

Carer Wellness: A Space to Breathe

2 Mar 2026 3:00 pm -3:45 pm
Online

A FREE 4-week program hosted by MND VIC for carers held over February and March 2026. Beth Bradhurst, MND Counsellor will lead some breathing, relaxation and grounding practices. A great way to start off your week. February 2 and 16, March 2 and 16, 2026.

2026 National MND Health Professional Webinar Series (Bundle of 5 webinars)

2026 National MND Health Professional Webinar Series (Bundle of 5 webinars)

5 Mar 2026 2:00 pm - 12 Nov 2026 3:30 pm
Online

Purchase the bundle of 5 webinars and save!

The 2026 MND Health Professionals Webinar Series is a collaboration between MND State Associations including MND Victoria, MND NSW, MND SA, MND QLD and MND WA. This series of 5 webinars provides an opportunity for health professionals to hear from a range of National MND Experts and develop insights and knowledge into pertinent or challenging topics relating to MND care and management.

Webinar: Apple Accessibility for MND: Educating Professionals to Enhance Independence

Webinar: Apple Accessibility for MND: Educating Professionals to Enhance Independence

5 Mar 2026 2:00 pm -3:30 pm

The 2026 National MND Health Professionals Webinar Series is a collaboration between MND State Associations including MND Victoria, MND NSW, MND SA, MND WA and MND QLD.

Join hosts, MND SA to unpack how key accessibility features such as voice control (this is not Siri!), Touch Accommodations, and Live Speech (plus more!) can help people stay connected, remain in control and continue to do things that are important to them.

This webinar is the first in a series of 5 webinars. You can purchase a ticket to this webinar individually or purchase the bundle of 5 webinars at a discounted price.

Carer Wellness: A Space to Breathe

Carer Wellness: A Space to Breathe

16 Mar 2026 3:00 pm -3:45 pm
Online

A FREE 4-week program hosted by MND VIC for carers held over February and March 2026. Beth Bradhurst, MND Counsellor will lead some breathing, relaxation and grounding practices. A great way to start off your week. February 2 and 16, March 2 and 16, 2026.

Webinar: Translating Genetic Insights into Care

Webinar: Translating Genetic Insights into Care

6 May 2026 2:00 pm -3:30 pm
Online

The 2026 National MND Health Professionals Webinar Series is a collaboration between MND State Associations including MND Victoria, MND NSW, MND SA, MND WA and MND QLD.

Hosted by MND Victoria, this session will explore the clinical and therapeutic implications of genetic discoveries, approaches to genetic testing and counselling, and how multidisciplinary collaboration supports individuals and families navigating genetic aspects of MND.

This webinar is the second in a series of 5 webinars. You can purchase a ticket to this webinar individually or purchase the bundle of 5 webinars at a discounted price.

MND Special Interest Group Workshop

MND Special Interest Group Workshop

17 Jun 2026 9:30 am -4:00 pm

Abstracts are OPEN

From Insight to Impact: Exploring the Practicalities of MND Care

The MND Special Interest Group (SIG) Workshop is one of the biggest professional networking and MND information events in NSW. The workshop is for health and community care professionals who have an interest in Motor Neurone Disease (MND). People living with MND and their family members are also welcome to attend without cost.

Webinar: Saliva, Secretions and Comfort in MND: A Collaborative Approach to Everyday Care

Webinar: Saliva, Secretions and Comfort in MND: A Collaborative Approach to Everyday Care

28 Jul 2026 2:00 am -3:30 pm
Online

The 2026 National MND Health Professionals Webinar Series is a collaboration between MND State Associations including MND Victoria, MND NSW, MND SA, MND WA and MND QLD.

Hosted by MND QLD, this session explores how a multidisciplinary team can work together to manage saliva and secretion changes in MND. 

This webinar is the third in a series of 5 webinars. You can purchase a ticket to this webinar individually or purchase the bundle of 5 webinars at a discounted price.

Webinar: Palliative Approaches in MND: Supporting Comfort and Quality of Life

Webinar: Palliative Approaches in MND: Supporting Comfort and Quality of Life

1 Sep 2026 2:00 pm -3:30 pm
Online

The 2026 National MND Health Professionals Webinar Series is a collaboration between MND State Associations including MND Victoria, MND NSW, MND SA, MND WA and MND QLD.

Hosted by MND WA, this session will highlight the importance of introducing palliative care early, helping to manage symptoms proactively, support decision-making, and ensure care aligns with the individual’s needs and values.

This webinar is the fourth in a series of 5 webinars. You can purchase a ticket to this webinar individually or purchase the bundle of 5 webinars at a discounted price.

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