This years Sydney Film Festival will be feature this wonderful film,It’s Not Yet Dark. The passionate story, narrated by Colin Farrell, of a young Irish filmmaker Simon Fitzmaurice, is tragically diagnosed with motor neurone disease(ALS) yet fiercely determined to continue his career. Simon also directed the Screenability film My Name is Emily.
A big thank you to Quakers Hill Veterinary Hospital who have held their second HIgh Tea in support of MND. Here is what they said about the day, "We are thrilled to announce that our High Tea for MND has raised just over $5000! Thank you to all of our lovely clients for your continued support especially over the last few months. This cause is very close to all of our hearts. Your kindness and generosity means the world to us. We hope those that could make it enjoyed the homemade sweet treats and drinks. It's safe to say our vets and nurses are clever in the kitchen. Thanks again everyone."
Students and teachers at Crestwood Public School held a great fundraising day for MND NSW with the whole school enjoying a walk around Crestwood Reserve in a sea of blue! A big thank you to the school community for their generosity having raised $1,087.60 from the day.
Advance is the newsletter of the MND Research Institute of Australia - the research arm of MND Australia.
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