Livinia Nixon Announces Departure from Weather Presenting Role
Livinia Nixon, a beloved weather presenter known for her work with Hey Hey, It’s Saturday, will conclude her on-air career this month after 20 years.
Career Highlights and Future Engagements
Although stepping down from her weather duties, Nixon will continue to appear on the travel shows Postcards and Getaway. She expressed her excitement about taking a break and spending more time with her family.
Reason for Departure
Nixon decided to end her weeknight weather briefings to focus on family, especially as her youngest child, Ted, prepares to start high school, joining his brother Henry. She described her role as a privilege and a significant part of her life.
“Presenting the weather has shaped my life and career. I owe this role everything but this is the right decision for me.”
She also shared that her children reacted positively to her decision, saying, “We’re pretty excited to spend more time with you, Mum.”
Memorable Moments
One of her most unforgettable live crosses was filmed at Healesville Sanctuary, where she wore a green tree python around her neck, which wrapped around and tried to slither inside her jacket. Nixon humorously noted, “I’d never read the weather as quickly in my life.”
Author's summary: Livinia Nixon, after 20 years as a weather presenter, is stepping down to prioritize family, while continuing her media engagements in travel shows, marking a significant career transition.