Graham Horstman, a Queensland rugby league identity, fought Motor Neurone Disease (MND) with unwavering optimism until his passing six months after diagnosis at 51, leaving behind a legacy of hope for other MND families through his family's shared experience.
Leeds Rhinos honored Rob Burrow with a dominant victory over defending champions Hull KR. Jake Connor starred with tries and assists, leading Leeds to a clear lead at the top of the Super League table.
WA football great Bryan Cousins, father of Ben Cousins, has spoken about his motor neurone disease diagnosis, finding inspiration in the late Neale Daniher's courage and determination. Cousins described the diagnosis as a "huge jolt" and the hardest part being telling his family.
WA football great Bryan Cousins, father of Ben Cousins, revealed his motor neurone disease diagnosis and how he draws inspiration from the late Neale Daniher's courage and determination in facing the incurable illness.
David Quill, 78, living with motor neurone disease (MND) for 14 years, has turned his workshop into a fundraising initiative. He creates and sells handmade items, with donations going towards MND research and awareness.
Victorian government ministers and opposition members participated in the second annual Parliamentary Big Freeze, taking ice baths to raise funds for Neale Daniher's FightMND charity. Organized by MP Emma Vulin, who has MND, the event aimed to raise up to $30,000 and highlighted community unity.
Former England rugby captain Lewis Moody, 48, has begun a 500-mile cycle from Newcastle to Twickenham to raise awareness for Motor Neurone Disease (MND) following his own diagnosis. He is joined by over a dozen players, friends, and family, honoring MND campaigner George "Doddie" Weir.
Former England rugby captain Lewis Moody, 48, is cycling 500 miles from Newcastle to Twickenham to raise awareness for Motor Neurone Disease (MND) following his own diagnosis. He aims to honor George "Doddie" Weir and support the My Name'5 Doddie Foundation.
Australians with Motor Neurone Disease (MND) diagnosed after 65 are ineligible for NDIS, facing insufficient aged care funding. Glenn Rowan, 78, pays $7,000 weekly for care, stating inadequate support pushes patients towards early euthanasia.
Former England rugby international Lewis Moody, diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND) last October, discusses how the condition has brought clarity and purpose to his life. Despite the challenges, Moody focuses on living in the present, prioritizing loved ones, and raising funds for MND research.
Kevin Sinfield has been awarded a knighthood in the King's Birthday Honours list for his extensive fundraising for motor neurone disease (MND) charities. The rugby league great has raised over £11m since 2020, inspired by his late friend Rob Burrow. Sinfield will continue his support for the MND community.
Former AFL player and coach Neale Daniher has died at 65, 13 years after his motor neurone disease diagnosis. Known for his football career and co-founding FightMND, he raised over $100m for research.
A coroner's court heard Dezi Freeman yelled abuse at a dying constable after two Victoria police officers were killed investigating an alleged child sexual assault. Freeman was later shot dead by police.
Former AFL player and coach Neale Daniher has died at 65, 13 years after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease. He was a prominent campaigner for MND research and co-founded FightMND.
Former AFL player and coach Neale Daniher has died at 65. Diagnosed with motor neurone disease in 2013, he became a prominent campaigner, founding Fight MND and raising millions for research. He was named Australian of the Year in 2025.
South Sydney forward Jai Arrow, 30, has been diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND), a progressive neurological condition. The diagnosis, which effectively ends his career, highlights the limited understanding and treatment options for MND, which affects approximately 2,500 Australians.
South Sydney Rabbitohs player Jai Arrow has announced his immediate retirement from rugby league after being diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (MND). The 30-year-old, who played 178 NRL games and 12 State of Origin matches, will focus on his health and treatment.
Rugby league player Jai Arrow has retired from the NRL after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND). The 30-year-old Souths player, who represented Queensland, will step away from the sport to focus on his health and treatment.
Rabbitohs and Maroons player Jai Arrow announced he is stepping away from rugby league after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND). The 30-year-old veteran forward, who played 178 games, is undergoing ongoing medical assessments and treatment.
Rugby league player Jai Arrow has announced he is stepping away from the sport after being diagnosed with motor neurone disease. The veteran forward played 178 games and 12 Origin matches.
Researchers in Toowoomba, Australia, are set to use a new $175,000 transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) machine to improve early detection and monitoring of motor neurone disease (MND). The technology, funded by a local charity, aims to provide better insights into the disorder, offering hope to patients like Natalie Verdouw.
Australians with MND who have rapidly changing needs fear they will lose a priority pathway to access the National Disability Insurance Scheme under Labor’s planned changes.
Former England captain plans to ride 500 miles in seven days2003 World Cup winners among the fundraisersThe former England captain Lewis Moody has said he is “picking up the baton” left by Doddie Weir after announcing plans to lead a 500-mile, seven-day cycling challenge this summer to raise funds for the fight against motor neurone disease.Moody will be joined by many of his fellow 2003 World Cup winners, including Jonny Wilkinson, Mike Tindall and Ben Kay, as well as his teenage sons on a journey from Newcastle to the Allianz Stadium in Twickenham, with all proceeds going to the My Name’5 Doddie Foundation. Continue reading...
Former England captain Lewis Moody, who was diagnosed with motor neurone disease last year, announces a cycling challenge to raise money.
