On Thursday, it was revealed $40.1m will be invested into Mr Daniher’s organisation, which will establish the Neale Daniher National MND Clinical Network. Camera Icon Neale Daniher was awarded the 2025 Australian of the Year. “The science is advancing, the momentum is building and the establishment of the Neale Daniher National MND Clinical Network strengthens the foundations needed to drive real progress,” he said. “Neale Daniher has led a tireless fight for the MND community, accelerating research and giving hope to thousands of Australians,” he Butler said. “With the establishment of the Neale Daniher National MND Clinical Network, we hope to improve outcomes for those living with this devastating condition.”