‘We’re heartbroken’: Neale Daniher dies, aged 65, after long fight with MND
Neale Daniher, a prominent figure in Australian football, has passed away at the age of 65 after a long battle with motor neurone disease. He was known for his contributions to the sport and his fundraising efforts through the FightMND charity, which has raised over $100 million. Daniher's legacy includes being named Victorian of the Year in 2019 and Australian of the Year in 2025 for his advocacy and determination against the disease.
- ▪Neale Daniher died at home surrounded by family after a long fight with motor neurone disease.
- ▪He co-founded the FightMND charity, which has raised more than $100 million for research.
- ▪Daniher was named Victorian of the Year in 2019 and Australian of the Year in 2025 for his fundraising efforts.
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| Publication time | Mon, 25 May 2026 15:26:46 +1000 |
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