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Good morning, we're back with Melbourne Express and we're all happy it's Friday. Today, we'll bring you regular updates for the commute, breaking news, weather and what's on around town until 9am. Please share any comments or tips here using the comments button, or email Timna at timna.jacks@theage.com.au or tweet @theage - cheers.
A partly cloudy day today with isolated showers that should clear in the late afternoon. No strong winds today either.
Two fire fighters were injured battling a suspicious fire at a factory in Clayton South this morning, 3AW reports. It took 15 firefighters several hours to bring the blaze under control. Two firefighters were injured; one suffered minor burns to the neck and the other had knee and ankle injuries.
The day has finally come - the new iPhone 6 will be available at Apple stores this morning. We will blogging all the mess and mania live from the doors of our Apple stores, with updated information about the new gadget. Don't miss our coverage. For background, read HERE.
Making headlines this morning and ASIO tracks terror cell members suspected of recruitment of jihadists to fight in Syria and Iraq; an inquiry reveals a rising number of children abused in out-of-home care and California Governor Jerry Brown declares a state of emergency after wildfires have ravaged tens of thousands of acres and hundreds of homes in Northern California counties.
A truck is leaking fuel on the Westgate Freeway OUTBOUND at the Bolte Bridge with fire crews on site. Fortunately, there are no delays.
The decision on whether Scotland will split from the UK looks like it will go to down to the wire. Results will start coming in from 7am, so don't miss our live coverage and analysis. You've got ten minutes to grab a coffee and settle down to watch the drama unfold. Blog is HERE.
The morning after terror raids in Sydney and Brisbane yesterday, the Attorney-General George Brandis will discuss proposed anti-terror laws on ABC Radio National after 7.30am. Liberal Democrat Senator David Leyonhjelm claims the new laws would open the door to torture HERE.
V-Line will be running extra services for customers attending the Justin Timberlake concert at Etihad Stadium tonight. Last night's 2.5 hour show drew hordes of screaming fans, but deputy arts editor Bhakthi Puvanenthiran reports "ultimately the show lacked momentum." She gave the pop star 3 stars. Full review HERE.
A new Melbourne brewery has opened up called "Two Birds Brewing" in Spotswood. It's all about washing down a mouth full of gribenes (fried chicken skins) and smoked hot dog with high-quality brew, at this joint. Full story HERE.
And it begins ... the 6:38am Westall to Flinders Street on the Cranbourne and Pakenham Lines will be cancelled due to a train fault.