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Neale Daniher was ferocious and inspirational, whether on the footy field or fighting ‘the Beast’
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Neale Daniher, the 2025 Australian of the Year and prominent motor neurone disease advocate, has died aged 65. A former VFL footballer and coach, he became known for his fight against the disease he called 'the Beast' and his inspirational public advocacy.
Neale Daniher was ferocious and inspirational, whether on the footy field or fighting ‘the Beast’
Neale Daniher, the 2025 Australian of the Year who became the face of Australia’s battle against motor neurone disease (MND), has died aged 65.
The former VFL footballer and coach died on Monday, his family revealed:
“We’re heartbroken to share that our much-loved husband, Dad and Poppy, Neale Daniher, passed away at home, surrounded by his family.
"From day one, Neale was a fighter. His determination was unmatched – choosing every day to find opportunity where others might see only challenge, a
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