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The Illawarra Health and Medical Research Institute (IHMRI), in association with the School of Arts, English and Media at the University of Wollongong, presents Magnified: A science art exhibition. This fundraising exhibition features 52 stunning images of the work of researchers and students at IHMRI, UOW and the Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District (ISLHD). Images in the exhibition will be on sale to the general public, with all proceeds going towards Motor Neurone Disease (MND) research at IHMRI, in honour of Associate Professor Justin Yerbury.

The MND NSW e-news June 2018 edition was emailed to members and subscribers on 1 June. You can read this edition here. Get the e-news delivered your inbox by subscribing to the MND NSW e-news.

Thank you to Frances Earl and the wonderful community of Coastal Waters Singles who held a Big Morning Tea in support of MND NSW. The morning included great company, lots of delicious treats and a raffle, raising $1,000. Our thanks to the generosity of everyone who attended.   

Congratulations to Anjelica Karagiannis and her team who set a new fundraising record at Bunnings Kingsgrove with their second bakesale supporting MND NSW! The team raised over $1,400 with lots of lovely homemade and decorated cupcakes, cakes and cookies. Thank you also to Campsie Woolworths who provided their support to the bakesale for a second time. Anjelica shared the following with us, "My team and I are comprised of different backgrounds, experience, skills and ages. A combination of friends and family. What we have in common is our dedication in helping others and supporting causes which affect population, volunteer work, community minded and focused." Anjelica said of the day, "We met many people and families affected by MND. Truly inspirational and amazing to have had them share their personal stories and be able to support them emotionally and in raising funds. Our team is of the belief, it is equally important to connect with, offer support, give hope and raising awareness - not just selling yummy cakes!"

Thank you to the wonderful team at Quakers Hill Veterinary Hospital. This is the third year they have held this great fundraiser for MND NSW. The day included a barbecue, raffle and the sale of MND NSW merchandise, raising $4,000. Looks like a fun day with lots of yummy food.