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Dancing Through Adversity: Ashley’s Journey from MS Diagnosis to Top of the Class

July 28, 2025 | Grants, Life with MS

When Ashley was awarded the Dorothy L Newman Scholarship in 2024, she was already on a determined path to transform her passion for helping children into a lifelong career. With a deep love for teaching and a resilient spirit shaped […]


Carer Support Claim Form Changes

July 22, 2025 | Carer, Carers, Funding, News, Support

Carer Support Claim Form Changes Health NZ / Disability Support Services have made some changes to the way Carers Support Claim Forms are provided. This is an important read for anyone receiving Carers Support. You should receive notice directly. Carer […]


MS Voice e-Newsletter – June 2025 Edition

June 24, 2025 | MS Voice, My Story, News, Newsletter

Welcome to our June 2025 Edition of MS Voice, your go-to place for the latest news, updates, and real life stories from Multiple Sclerosis New Zealand. In this edition we highlight the urgent need for neurological care investment and introduce […]


MS Diagnosis Surges 67% in NZ: Māori Disparities Highlight Urgent Need for Neurological Care Investment

June 17, 2025 | Advocacy, Media, News

Neil Woodhams, President of Multiple Sclerosis New Zealand, joined Dale Husband on Waatea News to discuss the recent study which showed a 67% surge of MS diagnoses in New Zealand since 2006 and the Māori disparities that highlight the urgent […]


My Fundraising Story – The Ripple Effect of a Garage Sale!

June 10, 2025 | Event, Funding, News

Why I’m fundraising for MSNZ Having worked as an administrator at MSNZ over the past 18 months, I’ve seen first-hand what makes this charity so worthy of support. MSNZ works with 18 MS regional societies across the country, each providing […]