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Ash’s Portrait of Hope for the Parkinson’s Community

Tuesday, 21st October 2025

Ash Griggs has been a long-time supporter of Shake It Up and one of our fundraising champions. In 2022 he planned a huge challenge – to cycle 35...

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The ride of a lifetime: Laura is bikepacking for hope, prevention and a cure for Parkinson’s

Monday, 6th October 2025

When most people imagine a holiday in New Zealand, they picture vineyards and scenic drives. But for Laura and her partner, the plan is a little diffe...

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Finding strength and sharing hope: New Shake It Up ambassador Morgan’s journey with Parkinson’s

Monday, 29th September 2025

Family at the Heart of Her Story For Morgan Campbell, a proud South Australian from Adelaide, family is everything. She is a devoted wife to her partn...

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Mega group Pop Choir release single Stronger Than Blood to raise awareness for Parkinson’s disease and Shake It Up research

Friday, 19th September 2025

TikTok viral sensation Pop Choir are back with a new single for 2025 to raise awareness for a cause close to their hearts. The group will release Stro...

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QCC Ladies Lunch: raising funds and awareness for Parkinson’s research at the GABBA

Friday, 5th September 2025

Since 2015, the Queensland Cricketers’ Club (QCC) Ladies Lunch has been bringing women together at the Gabba for a day of connection, inspiration, a...

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On the road with Pedal for Parkinson’s founder Sarah Buckpitt

Monday, 1st September 2025

One of Shake It Up’s more iconic heroes is Sarah Buckpitt, the founder of Pedal for Parkinson’s. Together with fellow cyclists, friends an...

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More than a bike ride: the story behind Lise’s Pedal for Parkinson’s journey

Thursday, 28th August 2025

For Lise (Leez) joining Pedal for Parkinson’s was about more than kilometres on the bike — it was about friendship, resilience, and standing shoul...

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Why Jen is riding 500km in Pedal for Parkinson’s this year

Wednesday, 27th August 2025

  When Jen Plapp signed up for Pedal for Parkinson’s, it was more than just a ride. It was a way to honour her late father, support her dear fr...

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A life fully lived, a legacy with purpose: Jennifer & John Kruger

Wednesday, 27th August 2025

When Jennifer Kruger met her husband, John, at a Valentine’s Day party, it was a chance encounter that changed her life forever.  “I had avoided ...

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“He is my hero”: Tania on honouring her dad and backing Parkinson’s research

Monday, 25th August 2025

For Tania West, giving back isn’t just an act of generosity — it’s an act of love. A way to honour her dad. A way to fuel hope. And a way to mak...

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National Science Week 2025

Saturday, 9th August 2025

Today marks the official start of National Science Week, and we’re inviting you behind the scenes of our funded research—where lives are changed, ...

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Team Greenbox Architecture go the distance and raise 75K for Parkinson’s

Friday, 8th August 2025

As the City2Surf gears up for another record-breaking year, the team at Greenbox Architecture are lacing up their runners with purpose — and raising...

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Finding My Voice: Living and Advocating with Young Onset Parkinson’s

Wednesday, 6th August 2025

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Ready to pedal? The 2025 Pedal for Parkinson’s virtual riding event is here

Friday, 1st August 2025

  Whether you’ve hit the pavement, clocked up kilometres for a cause, or pedalled for Parkinson’s in the past — we’ve got your next chall...

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The State of the Field: The Michael J. Fox Foundation

Monday, 28th July 2025

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Lilli and Georgie make waves for PD research: taking on the Roughwater challenge

Saturday, 26th July 2025

When lifelong friends Lilli Borozan and Georgie Walker decided to tackle the South Head Roughwater Swim — a gruelling 10km ocean swim from Bondi Bea...

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From diagnosis to determination: Doireann and Paul step up for Parkinson’s research

Thursday, 24th July 2025

When Paul was diagnosed with young onset Parkinson’s disease in late 2023, he and his partner Doireann faced an avalanche of emotion, questions — ...

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Amelia tackles an everest-sized challenge for Parkinson’s research

Monday, 21st July 2025

When Amelia set out to walk the distance of Everest Base Camp in April, she wasn’t seeking fanfare — just impact. Balancing university, work, and ...

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St Andrew’s War Memorial Hospital implants Australia’s first and the smallest rechargeable, remotely programmable deep brain stimulator

Friday, 4th July 2025

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National Parkinson’s Alliance: Community Consultation Survey

Friday, 27th June 2025

Have Your Say: Help Shape the Future of Parkinson’s Care in Australia   As part of the National Parkinson’s Action Plan, the National P...

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A legend of Shake It Up fundraising: Gary’s incredible journey for Parkinson’s

Wednesday, 25th June 2025

When it comes to turning passion into impact, Gary McKitterick-Gillett is living proof that one person can spark a movement. In the 2025 ParkinsonR...

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Pilates 4 Parkinson’s – a community moved by purpose

Saturday, 14th June 2025

On a crisp Saturday morning in Victoria’s picturesque Yarra Valley, over 120 people rolled out their mats at Punt Road Wines for the first-ever Pila...

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Portraits with a purpose: Zoe Campbell raises $65K for Parkinson’s research

Thursday, 5th June 2025

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New clinical trial: can treadmill training improve walking and balance in Parkinson’s?

Wednesday, 28th May 2025

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Coalition charts path for therapies that slow or stop Parkinson’s

Wednesday, 28th May 2025

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Walking with hope: Marg, Chappo & Winx step up for Parkinson’s

Tuesday, 27th May 2025

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Parkinson’s Awareness Month 2025 Wrap-Up: $428,000 Raised for Research!

Tuesday, 20th May 2025

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“Walk With Me”: Lou’s Parkinson’s Awareness Hike Raises $2,280 for Research

Friday, 16th May 2025

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Gain Therapeutics Clinical Trial of Potential New Treatment for Parkinson’s Disease

Tuesday, 13th May 2025

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Tom’s Ironman fundraising challenge in honour of his grandfather

Friday, 2nd May 2025

Tom Neal is taking on an incredible challenge in honour of his beloved grandfather. On May 4, 2025, Tom will be running the Port Macquarie Ironman 70....

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Tony and Wendy’s Adventure is Bright for Parkinson’s research

Monday, 28th April 2025

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Celebrating Emma’s 2024 Pancakes 4 Parkinson’s fundraiser

Tuesday, 22nd April 2025

This year for Parkinson’s Awareness Month, Shake It Up Australia is encouraging the Australian community to take part in #Pancakes4Parkinsons to...

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Groundbreaking research launches to uncover chemical triggers of Parkinson’s disease

Thursday, 17th April 2025

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Today is World Parkinson’s Day

Friday, 11th April 2025

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Good Vibrations returns to Newcastle: Steph’s fundraiser for Parkinson’s research

Tuesday, 8th April 2025

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Bach in the Dark: Rachel’s musical fundraiser for Parkinson’s

Friday, 4th April 2025

This Parkinson’s Awareness Month, professional cellist and concert series founder Rachel Scott has turned her musical talents into a moving tribute ...

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Funding research to reprogram brain cells and test environmental causes of Parkinson’s

Monday, 31st March 2025

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Pilates for Parkinson’s: a fundraising event for a cure

Friday, 28th March 2025

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Looking back at Archie’s Pancakes 4 Parkinson’s fundraiser

Monday, 24th March 2025

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Rally your workplace this April and fundraise for Parkinson’s Awareness Month

Saturday, 22nd March 2025

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Danielle conquers Hobart Run the Bridge challenge in memory of her dad

Friday, 21st March 2025

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Trial at The Alfred Hospital is recruiting participants to test a new medication for Parkinson’s disease

Thursday, 20th March 2025

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Flip, stack, fundraise: recipe inspiration for your Pancakes 4 Parkinson’s event!

Wednesday, 19th March 2025

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Australian Parkinson’s Pain Study Recruiting for Clinicians

Sunday, 16th March 2025

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Stacey Rae takes on the Himalayas trek for Parkinson’s research

Friday, 7th March 2025

This International Women’s Day, we’re celebrating the strength and determination of women making a difference—like Stacey Rae, who is taking on ...

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Parkinson’s Awareness Month 2024 – Our Top Fundraisers

Wednesday, 5th March 2025

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Pancakes 4 Parkinson’s

Tuesday, 4th March 2025

April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month, with World Parkinson’s Day marked on April 11. Over the month of April, we ask our community to come...

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Running For A Cure: Emily’s 200km Challenge for Parkinson’s Research

Thursday, 20th February 2025

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Shake It Up Funding Research to Investigate Potential Treatment for Freezing of Gait in Parkinson’s

Monday, 17th February 2025

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Five Lifestyle Changes that Can Reduce Your Fall Risk

Monday, 10th February 2025

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