
Bill Birtles
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Bill Birtles is a prominent Australian journalist known for his work with the ABC, particularly in Asia. In 2020, he was among several reporters who were advised to flee China amid rising tensions following the detention of a fellow journalist, marking a significant moment in the ABC's history as it lost its correspondent in China for the first time since 1973.
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Bill Birtles was one of the journalists who dramatically exited China in September 2020.
Farewell Singapore, ni hao BeijingThe Sydney Morning Herald·
Australia· 2026-02-21
Bill Birtles was advised by DFAT to flee China after journalist Cheng Lei was detained.
Sky News Australia set to change nameThe Sydney Morning Herald·
Australia· 2025-08-29







