Simon Robinson
Simon Robinson is the newly appointed head of ABC News, returning to Australia after spending decades abroad, primarily as the executive editor of Reuters. With a background that includes reporting for Who Weekly in the 1990s and extensive experience as a correspondent for Time magazine, Robinson has covered significant global events from various locations, including Africa and the Middle East.
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Recent news mentions
Simon Robinson is the new news boss at ABC who faced a grilling from Leigh Sales during his first week.
New ABC news chief did not confirm there would be job cuts, but pointedly avoided ruling them out
Australia· 2026-09-18
Simon Robinson is the incoming news director at the ABC.
Gina Rinehart’s media monitoring tests her commitment to freedom of speechAustralia· 2026-07-16
Simon Robinson is set to replace Justin Stevens as ABC news chief.
ABC chair defends broadcaster against bias claims in Sky News interview with Chris KennyAustralia· 2026-07-16
Simon Robinson is the new ABC News boss who has been living and working outside Australia for many years.
Newly appointed chief hasn’t worked in Australia since 1990sAustralia· 2026-05-28
