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  1. Is the ‘tri-load’ to blame for your relationship stress? A new study has some answers

    The division of labour is related to relationship quality. Here’s exactly what to look out for.

  2. Toe-tally ridiculous: Why fashion houses send out unwearable nonsense

    See-through shoes, sagging-crotch tights, handbags shaped like plastic bin liners. They’re for shocking, not shopping.

  3. Queensland man wins record $1.9m asbestos compensation claim

    A Queensland man who has only a handful of years left to live has been awarded Australia’s biggest asbestos compensation payment.

  4. What’s old is new again at this restored city-edge Hobart stay

    The city-edge location and generous size of the apartment combine to make this a great stay.

  5. Toyota agrees to $750 million HiLux, Prado DPF class action settlement

    The Japanese auto giant has apologised to affected HiLux, Prado and Fortuner owners after agreeing to a settlement, subject to Federal Court approval.

  6. Deepal parent confirms new Chinese brand for Europe – and it could come to Australia

    Changan will launch its Nevo brand in Spain next year, and it has plans to expand into other European markets and potentially Australia.

  7. Nissan Patrol: Right-hand drive Y63 production begins as long-awaited launch nears

    Right-hand drive Nissan Patrols are now rolling down the Japanese production line, bound for Australian customers early next year.

  8. Saturday Lotto: Busselton carer wins $2.22 million jackpot using late father’s lucky numbers

    A Busselton carer who kept playing her late father’s favourite numbers has landed a $2.22 million Saturday Lotto windfall — giving the family a second generation of jackpot winners.

  9. 2027 Mazda MX-5 update brings more safety tech, higher prices

    The Mazda MX-5 is now between $1950 and $4950 more expensive, but it has received more standard equipment.

  10. Geely slams door shut on Aussie tuning program

    Chinese giant Geely will rely on in-house expertise rather than local input for new models.