I’m stepping up for my sister Dani who was diagnosed with early onset Parkinson’s in 2023 and my Dad Bill who has had Parkinson’s for over 25 years.

We are in Danis tribe. We are stepping up for our daughter danielle and for myself ( bill) as i have had parkinsons for more than 25 years.

I am stepping up for my dad! I'll try to get him out for a few km's with me, but if not he will be in my thoughts :)

I’m stepping up to help spread awareness and raise money to help find a cure for Parkinson’s. It’s a charity very close to my heart as my dad has this condition. x

We lost you 2 years ago and life just isn’t the same. Wonderful husband, father, grandfather, friend. Kindest man to walk the earth and your life was cut too short.

I am stepping up for Parkinsons for my husband Allan who was diagnosed 3 years ago .With each and every dollar raised it will all help at finding a cure for this cruel disease.Since being diagnosed we have become involved with groups so that we can learn more about the condition and how to live with it. Allan's main problem he suffers with at the moment is "restless legs" at night which effects his sleep most nights ,the right hand tremor is there 99% of the time and he is handling that for now. He is not a complainer and just gets on with life so let's hope this positive outlook is kind to him.

I’m stepping up to help spread awareness and raise money to help find a cure for Parkinson’s. It’s a charity very close to my heart as my dad and a close family friend, neighbour has this condition. Every day I hope today is the day that the news breaks that they’ve found a cure! Never give up hope x

I am stepping up for Parkinsons in honour of my Uncle Maurie, who lost his 10 year long battle with this insidious disease in April.

I am stepping up for my beautiful husband Darryl. He was officially diagnosed 5 years ago this coming November with Young Onset. He was 48 years old when diagnosed. It was a massive shock to both of us and our families. We knew of the disease but we didn't really know much about the symptoms. We were referred to a Neurologist to work out exactly what was going on. We did some simple tests with the Neurologist in his rooms. He organised for some other scans and things, before he wanted to make a firm diagnosis, but Darryl wanted to know what the good Doc thought.. He said " What do you think it is"? and the words" It looks to be Parkinson's Disease" came out of his mouth. We were both in a bit of shock and just sort of nodded and went OK. The Doctor gave us lots of information via websites, like Parkinson's NSW , to got to and read. It was really helpful in understanding what was going on and what to expect. We walked out of the Neurologist, drove home in a weird silence, then came the tears, the frustration, the anger, the fear all the emotions. Telling family and friends was probably one of the hardest things, some of them got it and some of them just thought he could take a pill and everything would be fine. It took a lot of explaining and reading and more explaining. We did all the tests that the doctor had asked us to do. We then were referred to another movement specialist in Sydney. they all confirmed that it was Parkinson's disease. We are fairly new in our Parkinson's journey, but our lives have changed so much already. Darryl had to medically retire 12 months ago, which was difficult for him. He has worked since he was 14 years old. Then we had to sell our house, as the steep driveway and 15 stairs to the back yard were, just not going to cut it for Darryl. So many things have changed in the last 5 years. Little things, that most people take for granted. I try and stay as positive as I can. I have my days thankfully we have a lot of support from family and friends, and the specialists we see are just amazing.

I'm stepping up for my Dad!

My husband Troy has young onset Parkinson’s disease. I am in awe of his positive outlook and no fuss approach. Troy never complains or asks “why me?”, he just gets on with living the best life he can every single day. I would love to see a future where Parkinson’s is a thing of the past and wonderful people like my Troy can look forward to a long and healthy life

My dad is my hero. Since he got DBS 3 months ago, he is stronger in min and spirit. He is getting his strength and more mobility back. My mum is his full time carer and she is amazing so I’m also doing this for her and the time and effort she puts in to each day and moment to give my dad a meaningful life. I wish them both a wonderful, newly adjusted lifestyle in 2024 and beyond.

We're doing it for our colleague Chris who was diagnosed 18mths ago with idiopathic Parkinson’s Disease at the age of 51. Since then, it has been quite a challenge, finding the right balance of medication, attending exercise physiology, speech pathology & numerous other specialist appointments all while holding down a fulltime job & trying to live a semi normal life. We are so proud of Chris for being brave enough to share his journey and help us all learn how to support him.

Maurie lost his life to Parkinson's on 1 April 2024 after 10 years and no known cure for this disease. More research is needed to make life easier for other people with Parkinson's, and find a way to prevent it.

I am stepping up for my beautiful Mamabear, Lorraine. I am so proud of how much she has embraced this new chapter of her life and won’t allow this disorder to defeat her - through the good and the bad days. She really is such an inspiration to all that she meets 🤍

I am stepping for my PD Power class in Figtree. As my job as an Exercise Physiologist, I have the joy of working alongside people with Parkinson's take back control of their disease through exercise. So here I am doing my share of exercise for my patients and there families.

My incredibly strong wife, Cheryl was diagnosed 8 months ago. After the stages of grief, we're on track to stave off the progression with a mix of medication, exercise and enjoying life. We want to help find a cure by raising donations for Parkinson's NSW ongoing research and raising awareness in our community.

We are stepping up for Max who is fighting a fierce battle with this foe, Parkinson’s for well over a decade. He continues to be Amazzing in his strategies to be energetic, despite what Parkinson’s is taking.

I am stepping up to help raise awareness of Parkinsons in my local community and to help raise much needed funds for Parkinsons NSW to continue their efforts to provide support for the people who are living with Parkinsons and their families and carers. Also more importantly to set myself excersie goals each day for the month of May and throughout the year.

My name is Gary, I work for Parkinson's NSW where our team of experts are fully focused on providing specialist supports to help people living with Parkinson's. I want to make a difference and with your help we can deliver better health outcomes. Please give the gift of hope if you can knowing that Parkinson's appears unexpectedly and uninvited. It doe snot discriminate.

In past years I have walked and walked - and walked! This year, after reaching the stage where DBS surgery was the best option (after nearly 10 years of tablets), I am doing push ups instead to help regain my fitness. 1550 push ups for the month of May is my goal. I intend to reach it. Please donate to help support others with PD who don't have as much amazing support as I do.

My parner, Dennis was diagnosed 3 years ago .Dennis loved to cycle daily .He has cycled all over the world and as a youngster he competed in England with great success. Since his diagnosis his balance has been a problem and he hasn't been able to cycle ..his goal is to get back to his beloved activity..A very good friend of his and a cycling mate, Gary was also diagnosed a year after Dennis..Gary's diagnosis is worse as his form of Parkinsons is affecting him quicker.