Carl’s Story

Former Australian rugby league international Carl Webb was noted as a straight shooter during his celebrated career. 

Webb announced early in 2020 he has been diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease, a rare condition attacking the nerve cells which control breathing, moving, swallowing and speaking. 

It comes nine years after Webb retired from a celebrated rugby league career which saw him soar to the heights of professional sport. He played a combined 187 NRL games for the Brisbane Broncos, North Queensland Cowboys and Parramatta Eels from 2000 to 2011. Webb also played 15 State of Origin games, a Test for Australia and two Indigenous All Stars matches. 

Since retiring from football Carl worked tirelessly for Aboriginal people in mentoring and employment advice roles. At the young age of just 39 years old, Webb started facing a battle for his life against a disease which has no known cure. However, he was determined to do his part to ensure others who contract the disease have a fighting chance by speaking up to raise awareness and education about MND.

Tragically, Carl Webb passed away in late 2023, leaving behind a legacy of resilience and compassion. While he may no longer be with us, his spirit lives on through the Carl Webb Foundation, which he established to continue his mission of supporting individuals and families affected by MND. The foundation will serve as a lasting tribute to his memory, ensuring that his efforts to make a difference in the lives of others will endure for years to come.