SAVE THE DATE - EXCITING PLANS FOR 2024 We cannot do the work we do without you showing up to our events and encouraging others to participate. Whether you became a community champion this year or continually help us year after year, we thank you for raising awareness and vital funds for Motor Neurone Disease.
rebranding. To celebrate, we are introducing a dedicated Services tent offering information and activities for the whole family to enjoy before and after you walk or roll. We have confirmed that the Walk to Defeat MND Gold Coast will take place on March 10th, and the Walk to Defeat MND Brisbane will be held on May 19th. We are also happy to announce that the Wilson Family is leading the Walk to Defeat MND Gladstone on March 23rd. Stay tuned for more dates to be finalised in the new year.
As we conclude another year of never giving up, we are excited to introduce a few new events and the return of some community favourites for 2024.
Mates Move for MND: February We are kicking off 2024 with the return of Mates Move for MND in February – where you can walk, run, ride, swim or move with purpose, challenging yourself to stay active as the new year new me fever of January subsides. Move your way to increase awareness for MND. https://bit.ly/3R1PZlp
Snag Ya Boss: 25 to 29 November Snag Ya Boss is a statewide campaign for your workplace (and boss) to raise funds and awareness for MND during the week of International Giving Day, 25 to 29 November. It is an easy and fun way to make a difference for a sizzling serious cause. We loved seeing businesses like Raceview Veterinary Clinic in 2023 really run with the idea and make it their own in hosting their own Snag Ya Boss BBQ and Bath fundraiser.
Beat The Pro! This is a new campaign for our golf loving friends, clients and supporters. If you’re a member of a golf club in Queensland get in touch with Susie to see how you can help us get this campaign swinging in April 2024 on 0406 111 561 or email susie.longman@mndaq.org.au
Finally, we have two exciting new events happening in 2024: Lunch ‘n’ Laugh and High Tea for MND. Dates are yet to be finalised, but we can reveal that our High Tea for MND will be a fabulously fashionable affair with champagne and a fashion show. As the saying goes, Trek 4 MND – Larapinta Challenge: 6 to 11 August laughter is the best medicine and Lunch 'n' Laugh is a Take on the challenge of a lifetime as you push your chance to gather your mates for a beer and a laugh for an mental and physical limits just as a person living with exclusive comedy experience to make the time count MND does daily - trek the iconic 50km Larapinta Trek in when it matters most. MND takes so much, including the the Northern Territory. If you do choose to take on this life ability to move, speak, swallow, and eventually breathe, -changing challenge, we'll be beside you throughout your but it can’t take our love for a laugh. epic journey, from training and fundraising to the final summit. Hurry to http://bit.ly/3N2PG8M for more So mark your diaries. We look forward to welcoming you information, or call the inspired Adventures team at to our community events in 2024. For more information 1300 905 188 as we’re recruiting now. on MND Queensland events visit www.mndaq.org.au/ events or give our Events and Community Fundraising Walk to Defeat MND Manager, Tarah Ferguson a call on 0450 029 788 or We are excited to announce the return of Walk to Defeat email events@mndaq.org.au. MND with a fresh new look as part of our national
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