**Australia News Live: Cold Weather Approaching NSW; Melbourne Airport's Third Runway Approved** A cold front is set to bring chilly conditions to Victoria and New South Wales this weekend, according to the Bureau of Meteorology. Stay tuned for live updates on today’s news. Good morning! Welcome to our final blog of the workweek. I’m Martin Farrer, here to provide you with the latest overnight news before Stephanie Convery takes over for the morning shift. In significant health news, Australia is facing a growing dementia crisis, as highlighted by a neuroscientist today. Recent statistics reveal that the number of prescriptions for dementia medications has surged by nearly 50% over the past decade. While more individuals are seeking treatments that may help slow the disease's progression, experts warn that the country is still ill-prepared for the full societal impact of this growing health issue. Stay with us for more updates throughout the day.