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  1. More Melbourne streets to get 30km/h speed limits

    One of the most famous streets in Melbourne will get a 30km/h speed limit as part of an 18-month trial, with the local council calling for feedback on the move.

  2. Nissan X-Trail Rock Creek e-Power: More rugged-looking hybrid SUV a possibility for Australia

    Nissan has launched the new X-Trail Rock Creek here only with petrol power to reduce complexity, but says it could bring a hybrid option.

  3. 2027 BMW X3 M50 xDrive gets power bump, black pack treatment

    The BMW X3 M50 xDrive performance SUV has received a power bump and a stealthy new Black Package option, with the wider range to receive interior enhancements.

  4. Nissan teases first PHEV for Australia, expected to be BYD Shark 6 rival

    Nissan is expected to finally reveal it's bringing a plug-in hybrid ute to Australia, almost a year after it previewed it to dealers.

  5. As a GP, these daily habits make me feel better at 56 than I did at 26

    Early morning movement, an infrared sauna session and homemade muesli are just some of the things that help keep this doctor on track.

  6. For years, dementia researchers had no answers, but now the word ‘breakthrough’ is on their lips

    A blood test that can cheaply detect the disease. Promising new treatments. These developments are game changers.

  7. Urgent injection of funds needed to stave off dementia crisis

    According to Australian Institute of Health and Welfare forecasts, the number of people living with dementia will more than double to one million by 2061.

  8. This university city is a joy to explore on foot or on the water

    Brainy and beautiful, Cambridge is always worth a punt.

  9. Amid cost-of-living pressures, travel is at its ‘let them eat cake’ moment

    I couldn’t help but think of Marie Antoinette as I stood, plate in hand, perusing the lunch buffet at one of Venice’s grandest hotels.

  10. A nearly 17-hour flight in the ‘Skycouch’ economy class bed

    Air New Zealand’s Skycouch is less than half the price of a business class seat, but how does this economy class bed really stack up?