About MDNSW

Muscular Dystrophy Association of NSW (MDNSW) has been serving and supporting people with neuromuscular disorders, including muscular dystrophy for over 50 years. Through the provision of respite care, essential equipment, activities and client contact in homes and clinics, MDNSW actively supports individuals and families in numerous practical ways.

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Your financial contribution will provide support services, social and recreation programs and essential research facilitated by MDNSW. We rely on private and corporate donations to fund our many programs.

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Feature Articles

National Neuromuscular Conference 2010

towards-a-brighter-future-2010-conference-logoDon’t miss hearing leading Australian and international experts present the latest scientific and medical findings.

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Inaugural MDNSW Camp a real treat!

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And everyone had such a great time they’re already booking for next year! Read More

Jerry wows us all and vows all his support

jerry-lewis-soloJerry Lewis has wowed his audiences and vowed his total commitment to lead support for muscular dystrophy in Australia. Read More

HOG Picnic Day just keeps getting better!

dsc_4596-1Over 350 people enjoyed the fun, food, friendship and thrills provided by members of the Harley Owners Group at Warragamba Dam. Read More

Nutrition Seminar Goes Down Well

Food was all the talk for more than 30 people who attended the Nutrition Seminar hosted by MDNSW. Read More

Win-win for Sydney Water team & MDNSW

sw_gts09_md_15_crop_web2By meeting its safety targets, the Sydney Water Inner West Civil Delivery Team has safely delivered a great win to MDNSW. Read More

“Livewire is awesome!”

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MDNSW member Kate Hepton highly recommends LiveWire to other young people living with a neuromuscular disorder. Read More



Brian O’Sullivan on ABC ‘Conversations’

brian-osullivanMDF Australia President, Brian O’Sullivan, talks on ABC Radio about his life, his family and muscular dystrophy. Click here to listen.Read More

Jerry wows us all and vows all his support

jerry-lewis-soloJerry Lewis has wowed his audiences and vowed his total commitment to lead support for muscular dystrophy in Australia.Read More

National Duchenne MD Register

Encouraging progress is being made towards establishing a National Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy Register.Read More

Pension increase & carer supplement

An increase in pensions, including Disability Support Pension and Carer Payment, is the social policy centrepiece of the Federal Government’s 2009 Budget.Read More

National Electric Wheelchair Sports 2009

Rugby Final NSW vs WA

A hard fought competition in hockey, soccer and rugby league at NEWS 2009 sees the NSW Colts win the Roger Melnyk Trophy.Read More

Walk for MD, Manly Beach, NSW

Hojgaard-Olsen Family MDNSW members

200 people joined Walk for MD to raise funds and awareness for muscular dystrophy.Read More

Queensland’s Inaugural Red Bow March

qld-red-bow-march-2009-03-31Members of the MD community hit Brisbane’s streets to show their support for people living with MD . Read More

PIPEd supports Muscular Dystrophy

piped_mdf-003-11PIPEd General Manager Mike Lyle presented MDF Australia CEO David Jack with a cheque for $15,000, Tuesday 31 March 2009, Sydney.Read More

Red Bow a symbol of support

Red Bow Collectors

Brisbane workers braving the morning rush hour were warned they’d see red on Friday the 13th. Read More

Solidarity March in SA

Solidarity March

Adelaide’s streets turned bright red when Muscular Dystrophy Association Inc (SA) conducted its inaugural Solidarity March.Read More

Upcoming Events

MDNSW Equipment Committee Meeting

18 Feb 2010 04:00pm

MDNSW Board

18 Feb 2010 05:30pm

MDNSW Ladies Members Meeting

19 Feb 2010 12:00am

MDNSW Chinese Members Event

20 Feb 2010 10:30am

MDNSW South Coast Regional Visit

23 Feb 2010 10:30am



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