It's a very special milestone for our very own Peter Hitchener, turning 80 years young! #9News | 9 News Melbourne

Here’s what made headlines today: There are fears of homes lost in Victoria's Otway Ranges after fires broke out in towns West of Melbourne. Gellibrand and Carlisle River were the two communities in the path of the fire's fury as six major blazes burnt across Victoria. Meanwhile South Australia continues to swelter through a heatwave as authorities warn the worst is yet to come. Another American has been shot dead in Minnesota while protesting against President Trump’s immigration crackdown. | 1

Here’s what made headlines today: Violence has erupted on the streets of Melbourne, as thousands of protestors clashed. Police struggled to keep any order as a rally billed as a March for Australia was met by counter protestors, with officers resorting to pepper spray to stop brawls. The wife of alleged police killer Dezi Freeman has broken her silence, begging her husband to surrender, as the manhunt enters its sixth night. And Israel has struck a blow to it's enemies in Yemen killing the natio

A sad day here at 9News Melbourne, as we say farewell to our dear friend and colleague, Livinia Nixon. Thank you for everything, Livo! #9News | 9 News Melbourne