Fundraising is more important than ever, with some of our vital services relying solely on the support of generous donors. Each year about 24,000 people participate in our fundraising events, supported by more than 1,300 volunteers, to help raise millions of dollars to care for people affected by multiple sclerosis. We encourage you to get involved in our fundraising in any way you can! Find out more .

Fundraising is more important than ever, with some of our vital services relying solely on the support of generous donors. Each year about 24,000 people participate in our fundraising events, supported by more than 1,300 volunteers, to help raise millions of dollars to care for people affected by multiple sclerosis. We encourage you to get involved in our fundraising in any way you can! Find out more .

Proceeds raised from your ticket purchase will fund essential services for people living with multiple sclerosis and their families. Thank you for your incredible support.

Proceeds raised from your ticket purchase will fund essential services for people living with multiple sclerosis and their families. Thank you for your incredible support.

The proceeds of the MS Dream Car Lottery will make a life-changing difference to the lives of thousands of Australians living with multiple sclerosis.

The proceeds of the MS Dream Car Lottery will make a life-changing difference to the lives of thousands of Australians living with multiple sclerosis.

The MS Dream Home Lottery is Victoria's best odds home lottery! The proceeds of the MS Dream Home Lottery will make a life-changing difference to the lives of thousands of Australians living with multiple sclerosis.

The MS Dream Home Lottery is Victoria's best odds home lottery! The proceeds of the MS Dream Home Lottery will make a life-changing difference to the lives of thousands of Australians living with multiple sclerosis.

Consider a gift in your will

Consider a Gift in your Will

The Community Visitors Scheme is funded by the Australian Government and is provided free of charge to the community. Multiple Sclerosis has been an auspice of the CVS since 1991. The objective of the program is to reduce the risk of isolation and loneliness for people living in Aged Care Homes or their own homes receiving a home care package. To make a referral please use the form.

The Community Visitors Scheme is funded by the Australian Government and is provided free of charge to the community. Multiple Sclerosis has been an auspice of the CVS since 1991. The objective of the program is to reduce the risk of isolation and loneliness for people living in Aged Care Homes or their own homes receiving a home care package. To make a referral please use the form.

A CVS volunteer shares stories, reads or listens to a book, shares a hobby, interest or activity, has a cuppa and chat, takes a walk or goes on an outing, is happy to watch a TV show with someone, brings a family pet or children to visit

A CVS volunteer shares stories, reads or listens to a book, shares a hobby, interest or activity, has a cuppa and chat, takes a walk or goes on an outing, is happy to watch a TV show with someone, brings a family pet or children to visit

The Community Visitors Scheme is all about supporting older Australians who are socially isolated and in need of someone to talk to, interact with, and do activites with.

The Community Visitors Scheme is all about supporting older Australians who are socially isolated and in need of someone to talk to, interact with, and do activites with.

Thousands of people just like you have found meaningful ways to give back to the community by volunteering. Read their stories and discover how you can make a difference and feed your passions through volunteering.

Thousands of people just like you have found meaningful ways to give back to the community by volunteering. Read their stories and discover how you can make a difference and feed your passions through volunteering.

MS volunteers are involved in a wide variety of exciting roles across VIC, NSW, TAS, and ACT. We have both short-term positions available as well as roles requiring a longer term commitment. This will allow you to find an opportunity best suited to your availability.

MS volunteers are involved in a wide variety of exciting roles across VIC, NSW, TAS, and ACT. We have both short-term positions available as well as roles requiring a longer term commitment. This will allow you to find an opportunity best suited to your availability.

Multiple Sclerosis Limited, ABN 66 004 942 287 and commonly known as MS, is the pre-eminent source of information, advice and services for people living with multiple sclerosis.

Multiple Sclerosis Limited, ABN 66 004 942 287 and commonly known as MS, is the pre-eminent source of information, advice and services for people living with multiple sclerosis.

We’re trying out new systems to improve how we communicate with you. We’re doing this to make sure everything you receive from us is as helpful and easy to use as possible.

We’re trying out new systems to improve how we communicate with you. We’re doing this to make sure everything you receive from us is as helpful and easy to use as possible.

Our MS team members have great satisfaction in knowing they are part of a team that is making a real difference to the lives of people living with multiple sclerosis.

Our MS team members have great satisfaction in knowing they are part of a team that is making a real difference to the lives of people living with multiple sclerosis.

16 September 2020 - Resilience through creativity – Ana’s story

16 September 2020 - Resilience through creativity – Ana’s story What motivates you to make art? I love making other people happy through my art. I love their smiles; it brings a smile to my face. Creating and then giving it to others to show my appreciation of them is part of the joy I get from art. I want to be positive; I want people to smile. 16 September 2020 - Resilience through creativity – Ana’s story What motivates you to make art? I love making other people happy through my art. I love their smiles; it brings a smile to my face. Creating and then giving it to others to show my appreciation of them is part of the joy I get from art. I want to be positive; I want people to smile.

15 September 2020 - “Search for something greater than self”

15 September 2020 - “Search for something greater than self” As you may know, the MS Gong Ride has been postponed until next year due to COVID-19. So, this year, the Gong Ride is going virtual, which means that not only can you still ride for MS, but you can take part wherever you are. 15 September 2020 - “Search for something greater than self” As you may know, the MS Gong Ride has been postponed until next year due to COVID-19. So, this year, the Gong Ride is going virtual, which means that not only can you still ride for MS, but you can take part wherever you are.

27 August 2020 - Tasmania Region Newsletter

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13 August 2020 - The Power of Connection

13 August 2020 - The Power of Connection If you’re interested in connecting with others in a similar situation to yourself, here are our upcoming Telegroups. 13 August 2020 - The Power of Connection If you’re interested in connecting with others in a similar situation to yourself, here are our upcoming Telegroups.

13 August 2020 - Remembering Zona Tripp OAM

13 August 2020 - Remembering Zona Tripp OAM Philanthropist and advocate for people living with MS, Zona Tripp, left an impressive mark on the MS Community. 13 August 2020 - Remembering Zona Tripp OAM Philanthropist and advocate for people living with MS, Zona Tripp, left an impressive mark on the MS Community.

5 August 2020 - Cooking with love, caring for others, and never giving up: Resilience in the face of

5 August 2020 - Cooking with love, caring for others, and never giving up: Resilience in the face of Joseph Vargetto, Chef, and owner of iconic Melbourne restaurants Mister Bianco and Massi, found out he had MS quite literally by accident - when a bicycle collision with a car caused him to be taken to hospital five years ago, he underwent some tests which revealed his condition. Since then, his dedication to serving others has remained steadfast, even in these uncertain times. We spoke to Joseph about how resilience plays out in his own life, both as a business owner and as a person living with MS. 5 August 2020 - Cooking with love, caring for others, and never giving up: Resilience in the face of Joseph Vargetto, Chef, and owner of iconic Melbourne restaurants Mister Bianco and Massi, found out he had MS quite literally by accident - when a bicycle collision with a car caused him to be taken to hospital five years ago, he underwent some tests which revealed his condition. Since then, his dedication to serving others has remained steadfast, even in these uncertain times. We spoke to Joseph about how resilience plays out in his own life, both as a business owner and as a person living with MS.

5 August 2020 - How can we build our resilience?

5 August 2020 - How can we build our resilience? Dr Sally Shaw is a Melbourne-based psychologist who focuses on supporting people with MS. Sally works with clients to increase their ability to be strategic while moving forward in life, using positive psychological frameworks which centre on building resilience. Here, she shares some practical insights on how we can build our resilience to help us cope with MS as well as any other challenge we may be facing. 5 August 2020 - How can we build our resilience? Dr Sally Shaw is a Melbourne-based psychologist who focuses on supporting people with MS. Sally works with clients to increase their ability to be strategic while moving forward in life, using positive psychological frameworks which centre on building resilience. Here, she shares some practical insights on how we can build our resilience to help us cope with MS as well as any other challenge we may be facing.

5 August 2020 - Spotlight on MSL team: reflections about resilience

5 August 2020 - Spotlight on MSL team: reflections about resilience Jodi Haartsen and Natalie Francis have both recently joined MSL as executive managers and bring to the organisation a wealth of clinical knowledge and understanding about people living with MS, both having extensive careers in the health sector. We asked Natalie and Jodi about their experiences with resilience and their views on how resilience relates to people living with MS. 5 August 2020 - Spotlight on MSL team: reflections about resilience Jodi Haartsen and Natalie Francis have both recently joined MSL as executive managers and bring to the organisation a wealth of clinical knowledge and understanding about people living with MS, both having extensive careers in the health sector. We asked Natalie and Jodi about their experiences with resilience and their views on how resilience relates to people living with MS.

5 August 2020 - Pain management and resilience

5 August 2020 - Pain management and resilience Dr Amy-Lee Sesel is a Psychologist and PhD graduate from the University of Sydney. She has clinical experience treating chronic pain and is deeply committed to this area of health psychology. In 2019, she received a co-funded post-graduate scholarship from MS Research Australia and the NMHRC to develop and evaluate an online mindfulness program for people with MS. We spoke to Amy-Lee about pain management, mindfulness, and practical solutions we can access in order to help build our resilience whilst experiencing pain. 5 August 2020 - Pain management and resilience Dr Amy-Lee Sesel is a Psychologist and PhD graduate from the University of Sydney. She has clinical experience treating chronic pain and is deeply committed to this area of health psychology. In 2019, she received a co-funded post-graduate scholarship from MS Research Australia and the NMHRC to develop and evaluate an online mindfulness program for people with MS. We spoke to Amy-Lee about pain management, mindfulness, and practical solutions we can access in order to help build our resilience whilst experiencing pain.

29 July 2020 - ACT Region Newsletter

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26 July 2020 - Tasmania Region Newsletter

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30 June 2020 - Because carers need support too

30 June 2020 - Because carers need support too More than ever, we need to keep connected with each other and share stories and ideas about new ways of doing things to overcome the unprecedented life challenges we are all facing – and our Telelink groups are a great way to feel supported. 30 June 2020 - Because carers need support too More than ever, we need to keep connected with each other and share stories and ideas about new ways of doing things to overcome the unprecedented life challenges we are all facing – and our Telelink groups are a great way to feel supported.

30 June 2020 - ACT Region Newsletter

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25 June 2020 - Tasmania Region Newsletter

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18 June 2020 - Pacing: a strategy for pain management

18 June 2020 - Pacing: a strategy for pain management In order to live an active and fulfilling life, people need to remain as physically active as possible. However, this can be challenging for people with ongoing pain as they might find that certain activities can make their pain worse. As a result, they tend to rest more and are less active. While rest can help relieve pain, long periods of rest or inactivity can lead to physical deconditioning – the gradual loss of strength and fitness that comes from reduced activity levels. 18 June 2020 - Pacing: a strategy for pain management In order to live an active and fulfilling life, people need to remain as physically active as possible. However, this can be challenging for people with ongoing pain as they might find that certain activities can make their pain worse. As a result, they tend to rest more and are less active. While rest can help relieve pain, long periods of rest or inactivity can lead to physical deconditioning – the gradual loss of strength and fitness that comes from reduced activity levels.

15 June 2020 - Canberra Go for Gold Scholarship winner has earned multiple awards

15 June 2020 - Canberra Go for Gold Scholarship winner has earned multiple awards Yasmine Gray’s passion for travel and her commitment to helping make travel accessible to all those with a disability led her to apply for an MS Society “Go for Gold Scholarship” in 2014. She successfully applied for funding to allow her to purchase a personal travel scooter and to start a small internet business. 15 June 2020 - Canberra Go for Gold Scholarship winner has earned multiple awards Yasmine Gray’s passion for travel and her commitment to helping make travel accessible to all those with a disability led her to apply for an MS Society “Go for Gold Scholarship” in 2014. She successfully applied for funding to allow her to purchase a personal travel scooter and to start a small internet business.

2 June 2020 - First step to restarting our face to face activities

2 June 2020 - First step to restarting our face to face activities We are pleased to confirm that following the latest advice from government health authorities, MS has decided to resume some of our face-to-face activities from June as described below. 2 June 2020 - First step to restarting our face to face activities We are pleased to confirm that following the latest advice from government health authorities, MS has decided to resume some of our face-to-face activities from June as described below.

1 June 2020 - Go for Gold Scholarship - Have you ever had a dream

1 June 2020 - Go for Gold Scholarship - Have you ever had a dream In 2014 Jennifer Severn was awarded a Go for Gold Scholarship to engage a life-writing mentor. She'd been writing snippets of her life story for years and wanted to turn them into a book. 1 June 2020 - Go for Gold Scholarship - Have you ever had a dream In 2014 Jennifer Severn was awarded a Go for Gold Scholarship to engage a life-writing mentor. She'd been writing snippets of her life story for years and wanted to turn them into a book.

25 May 2020 - Tasmania Region Newsletter

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27 May 2020 - ACT Region Newsletter

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21 May 2020 - Celebrating life and supporting the MS community through giving

21 May 2020 - Celebrating life and supporting the MS community through giving All gifts, big or small can make a difference to the lives of people living with multiple sclerosis. 21 May 2020 - Celebrating life and supporting the MS community through giving All gifts, big or small can make a difference to the lives of people living with multiple sclerosis.

21 May 2020 - The power of peer connection

21 May 2020 - The power of peer connection Connection and empathy are what make our Peer Support Program successful. Our peer support groups create a safe space where participants can share experiences, and give and receive emotional and practical support, helping each other to overcome the challenges of living with multiple sclerosis or caring for someone with the condition. 21 May 2020 - The power of peer connection Connection and empathy are what make our Peer Support Program successful. Our peer support groups create a safe space where participants can share experiences, and give and receive emotional and practical support, helping each other to overcome the challenges of living with multiple sclerosis or caring for someone with the condition.

6 May 2020 - Researchers want to hear from you

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15 April 2020 - Looking back: What an MS diagnosis meant 20 years ago and what it means today

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Supporting the MS community: Australia’s largest trucking firm gives back

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4 March 2020 - I choose MSL because multiple sclerosis chose Amanda

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4 March 2020 - Supporting you to successfully navigate the NDIS

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Finding friendship on unsteady ground

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6 January 2020 - Bushfires

6 January 2020 - Bushfires Are you in a current bushfire area?

If you are experiencing wheezing, chest tightness and difficulty breathing you should call triple zero (000). 6 January 2020 - Bushfires Are you in a current bushfire area?

If you are experiencing wheezing, chest tightness and difficulty breathing you should call triple zero (000).

16 December 2019 - Supporting couples to face the challenges of MS together

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16 December 2019 - An innovative approach to managing fatigue

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18 November 2019 - Employment Support Services are here to help

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18 November 2019 - Research reveals electrical stimulation cycling could help with MS symptoms

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MS & the Royal Commission

MS & the Royal Commission Royal commissions are the highest form of inquiry on matters of public importance and MS welcomes and fully supports the Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability (the Royal Commission). MS & the Royal Commission Royal commissions are the highest form of inquiry on matters of public importance and MS welcomes and fully supports the Royal Commission into Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability (the Royal Commission).

16 September 2019 - Have your say and make a difference

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10 September 2019 - Living well with MS in 2019

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19 August 2019 - New research shows more Australians having their careers cut short by MS

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13 August 2019 - Land acquisition marks starting point of bright future for the MS community

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3 April 2019 - Land acquisition marks starting point of bright future for the MS community

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