IN NOVEMBER last year, the FightMND 27 Challenge Open Show Jumping Twilight event contributed $5000 to FightMND, an organisation that funds research and pro- vides care to those suffering from Motor Neurone Disease.

The event consisted of 3 rounds of 9 jumps = 27. The significance of the number 27 is that 27 months is the average life expectancy after diagnosis with MND.

The Challenge 27 campaign was launched to promote ‘fun and physical activity in chal- lenging times’ while creating greater awareness of the con- sequences of MND.

MND has impacted many Tasmanians, including locals Terry Roles and Cath Baker. The Roles and Baker families were instrumental in working with local equestrian and other clubs to provide an evening of activities for both riders and non-riders.

Deloraine and District Pony Club, the Tasmanian Mountain Cattleman's Association, the Deloraine Women's Football Club and the Lions Club of Deloraine all helped make the event a success.

Graeme Page, Cath Baker’s father was the leader of the team organising the event which was generously sup- ported by local businesses, families and individuals who contributed their time or made donations of money or prizes.

The Deloraine and District Pony Club held their Christmas Rally on the 20th December.

A cheque for $1500 from the pony club was handed to Sophie Roles to pass on to FightMND to assist in their work to find a cure for MND.