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Jai Arrow's fiancée discusses family future after MND diagnosis
- Arrow's MND diagnosis forced immediate retirement from professional rugby and sparked a national outpouring of support.
- Berina Colakovic says she would love Ayla to have a brother or sister, but the couple faces big personal decisions given the diagnosis.
- Arrow vowed to keep fighting and to be there for his daughter Ayla and fiancée Berina.
- Queensland named Arrow their honorary 21st player during Origin week to honor his impact and resilience.
- Colakovic describes denial early in the run-up to the diagnosis, then the progression of Arrow's symptoms.
- Arrow’s story has drawn broad support from players, clubs, and fans across Australia.
- Arrow's diagnosis led to the end of his rugby career and prompted discussions about his family’s future.
- Arrow's family has received ongoing support from fellow players and officials in light of the diagnosis.
- Arrow has a history of charitable work with organisations such as Whatability and St Vincent de Paul.
- Arrow emphasized focusing on the time ahead with his partner and daughter rather than statistics.
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