Rick’s Epic Road Trip to Accelerate Parkinson’s Research

Friday, 19th June 2026

In July 2026, Shake It Up supporter Rick Lindsay will be taking on an epic road trip that will see him travel from Bangkok to Istanbul. Along the way ...

Tasmania Parkinson’s Project

Friday, 19th June 2026

‘Shaking Not Stirred’: Carol’s Documentary with a Mission to Make a Difference

Tuesday, 16th June 2026

During Parkinson’s Awareness Month 2026, Shake It Up ambassador Carol Ferrone held a powerful film screening. The premiere of her short film, &#...

Uniting around innovation and advocacy at the 2026 World Parkinson Congress

Tuesday, 16th June 2026

By Vicki Miller, CEO Last month, I was privileged to travel alongside our Founder Clyde Campbell to attend and present at the 2026 World Parkinson Con...

Linda puts the fun in fundraising for Parkinson’s Awareness Month

Thursday, 11th June 2026

From journeying through the Snowy Mountains in 2025, to handing out pancakes in Martin Place, punching with purpose at her boxing class or gathering f...

Managing Your Parkinson’s Symptoms This Winter

Wednesday, 10th June 2026

As the weather continues getting colder, it’s important to remember that Parkinson’s can increase your sensitivity to cold temperatures and winter...

Solving the Parkinson’s Puzzle with Sharon Naismith and Elie Matar

Monday, 1st June 2026

Over 200,000 Australians are currently living with Parkinson’s disease, with a further 38 diagnosed every day. It’s the fastest growing ...

Australian Parkinson’s Genetics Study uncovers striking sex‑based differences in Parkinson’s

Friday, 29th May 2026

News published by QIMR Berghofer revealed the first major analysis from the Australian Parkinson’s Genetics Study (APGS)has uncovered substantial d...

Our Parkinson’s Awareness Month 2026 Fundraising Champions

Thursday, 21st May 2026

Party for Parkinson’s: Jacqui’s Fabulous Night of Fun to Honour her Mum

Tuesday, 5th May 2026

Fundraising in support of research is a powerful way to honour a loved one who lived with Parkinson’s, and to make a meaningful difference in th...

Become a Parkinson’s Disease Consumer Advocate

Friday, 24th April 2026

Catherine’s Paint and Pour for Parkinson’s Event

Tuesday, 21st April 2026

During April, for Parkinson’s Awareness Month, we have been inviting our community to choose their own ‘P’ themed challenge or event...

Pendants for Parkinson’s – Wear the Story

Tuesday, 21st April 2026

At Shake It Up, we are continuously inspired by the unique ways our fundraisers choose to make a difference. For some, it’s a movement challenge...

exPDite-2: Evaluating a New Therapy on Motor Symptoms, and Quality of Life in PD

Tuesday, 21st April 2026

Solving the Parkinson’s Puzzle with Associate Professor Kishore Kumar

Tuesday, 21st April 2026

Over 200,000 Australians are currently living with Parkinson’s disease, with a further 38 diagnosed every day. It’s the fastest growing ne...

Eight Years of Impact: How MediRecords has United with Shake It Up to Support Research

Monday, 13th April 2026

MediRecords is a cloud-based practice and patient management platform designed for the Australian healthcare ecosystem. It operates as a trusted partn...

Paddle for Parkinson’s: a 45 lap swim for a cure

Thursday, 9th April 2026

Five years ago, Shake It Up supporter Lyle had a simple idea: to swim 40 laps of Camp Cove for his 40th birthday. What started as a personal challenge...

Solving the Parkinson’s Puzzle with Professor Kay Double

Thursday, 9th April 2026

Over 200,000 Australians are currently living with Parkinson’s disease, with a further 38 diagnosed every day. It’s the fastest growing ne...

Symon’s 10/10/10000 Canberra Marathon Challenge

Tuesday, 24th March 2026

In 2024, Shake It Up supporter Symon Badenoch ran the Canberra Half-Marathon in support of Parkinson’s research. This also marked the first time...

Sophie Raises $21,000 in a 21km Run for Research

Tuesday, 17th March 2026

In 2018, Sophie’s father was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. “From that moment, our world changed”, she says. Eight years ...

How Artificial Intelligence Helps Power Parkinson’s Research

Friday, 6th March 2026

From a Diamond to a King Announces Major National Collaboration with Shake It Up Australia

Friday, 6th March 2026

A Landmark Partnership: From a Diamond to a King Announces Major National Collaboration with Shake It Up Australia Foundation From a Diamond to a Ki...

Amy’s Inspiring Endurance Race for Parkinson’s

Thursday, 5th March 2026

During Parkinson’s Awareness Month in April, many of our Shake It Up Supporters choose their own challenge or join an event to raise funds and a...

Gary Mckitterick Gillett: A Driving Force for Parkinson’s Awareness

Thursday, 26th February 2026

Gary Mckitterick-Gillet has been a long-time supporter of Shake It Up, with his organisation Trek Ready Himalayas taking groups on treks since 2016 in...

Thank You & Farewell to Isobel

Tuesday, 24th February 2026

This month, we take the opportunity to farewell and thank Isobel Moore, who has been an integral part of the Shake It Up Australia Foundation for the ...

Disease-modifying Therapies: The Future Promise of Slowing and Stopping Parkinson’s Disease

Tuesday, 24th February 2026

At Shake It Up, our mission has always been to accelerate innovative research and better treatments for Parkinson’s – not only to manage s...

Michael’s Pickleball for Parkinson’s Fundraising Event for a Cure

Friday, 20th February 2026

During Parkinson’s Awareness Month in April, Shake It Up supporters join forces to make a difference, supporting research with all kinds of amaz...

Resilience, Creativity & Uncertainty: Putting Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease in Focus

Monday, 16th February 2026

While completing research about living with Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease (YOPD), Lewis Johnstone found that the future was a place of extreme...

The BDJ team’s Sun Run challenge to shine a light on Parkinson’s disease

Monday, 9th February 2026

BDJ is a forward-thinking, full-service firm of qualified accountants, tax experts and financial services specialists that has been operating and grow...

Parkinson’s Awareness Month: Your Guide to Fundraising Success

Thursday, 5th February 2026

Fundraising during Parkinson’s Awareness Month in April is a fun and easy way to make a meaningful difference for the 200,000 Aussies living wit...

Solving the Parkinson’s Puzzle: Identification of expanded and interrupted ATXN2 repeat expansions

Friday, 30th January 2026

Over 200,000 Australians are currently living with Parkinson’s disease, with a further 38 diagnosed everyday. It’s the fastest growing neu...

Creating a Legacy of Hope: A Guide to Leaving a Gift in Your Will to Support Parkinson’s Research

Thursday, 29th January 2026

Planning for the future is one of the most meaningful things we can do for the people and causes we care deeply about. Making or updating your Will en...

Parkinson’s Disease Study: Potential New Option for Managing Parkinson’s Disease

Thursday, 29th January 2026

Monash House Research Centre is running a clinical trial for people living with Pakrinson’ disease, for an investigational therapy designed to d...

“Science is the answer” – The Prowd Family on How They are Helping to Progress Research Towards a Cure

Thursday, 22nd January 2026

For the Prowd family, supporting research is more than a commitment – it is a heartfelt way to shape a brighter future for those living with Parkins...

‘Coffee for a Cause’: How Traild Is Making a Difference for the Parkinson’s Community

Monday, 12th January 2026

Traild is a global fintech company with team members spread across more than 15 countries. To keep their remote team connected and strengthen culture,...

Fundraise for Parkinson’s Research in 2026: 12 Simple, Creative Ideas

Wednesday, 7th January 2026

At Shake It Up, we are always inspired by our creative fundraisers and the ideas they come up with to support Parkinson’s research, raising both fun...

Navigating Hope: Peter Sets Sail to Support Research for a Parkinson’s Cure

Friday, 19th December 2025

In this year’s Sydney to Hobart Race, the 48-foot Swan Yacht, Sumatra will set sail in pursuit of a vision – raising $20,000 to help suppo...

Advanced brain imaging reveals promise of new Parkinson’s disease treatment

Thursday, 4th December 2025

Professor Trent Woodruff, Associate Professor Karine Mardon and Dr Eduardo Albornoz Balmaceda. News published by University of Queensland reveals rese...

Emily’s Fundraising Fun Run for Parkinson’s

Tuesday, 2nd December 2025

In November 2025, Emily Crain joined forces with her brother and a group of friends to run 10km in the Canberra Times Fun Run, all in honour of her mu...

”Off” Time in Parkinson’s Disease

Friday, 28th November 2025

This article was originally published by The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research “Off” time is when Parkinson’s...

How To Make a Meaningful Difference for Parkinson’s this Christmas

Tuesday, 25th November 2025

The festive season is upon us! Christmas is a time for community and connection, and for many, it is encapsulated by a spirit of giving. If you are lo...

Hope on the Horizon: The Bailey Family’s Mission for a Parkinson’s Cure

Monday, 24th November 2025

In November 2025, Scott and Olivia Bailey embarked on an annual adventure – finishing the world’s toughest half-marathon, the Point to Pin...

Ashlee’s Heartfelt Run to Support Parkinson’s Research

Tuesday, 18th November 2025

In 2024, Ashlee’s fiancé Drew received a surprising diagnosis – he has Young Onset Parkinson’s Disease (YOPD), at just 37 years old...

Rebecca’s Fight for a Parkinson’s Cure

Thursday, 13th November 2025

In October 2025, Rebecca stepped into the ring for her first Pro-Amateur Boxing Fight. The event honoured the 20 years since her Dad’s diagnosis...

Boost your Brain Health

Tuesday, 28th October 2025

This article was originally published by The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a “movement” disor...

University of South Australia Research Study: The impact of gender in Parkinson’s

Friday, 24th October 2025

Researchers at the University of South Australia are inviting participants for a research project titled, “Investigating the impact of gender on liv...

University of South Australia Research Study: Quality of life in Parkinson’s Disease Patients

Friday, 24th October 2025

Researchers at the University of South Australia are inviting participants for a research project titled, “Quality of life in Parkinson’s disease ...

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...

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...

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...