Simon Robinson Named ABC Director of News and Current Affairs

ABC Managing Director Hugh Marks has announced the appointment of Simon Robinson as Director of News & Current Affairs.

Simon is currently Executive Editor of Reuters, based in London. As the deputy at one of the world’s largest and most influential news organisations, Simon helps lead a global newsroom of approximately 2,600 journalists across more than 150 countries and has oversight of editorial output and digital publishing.

Simon, who began his career in Australia, brings deep experience in reporting, investigations and large-scale newsroom transformation. As a foreign correspondent for more than two decades, he reported from dozens of countries across four continents. As an editor, he has overseen award-winning coverage on Iran, Russia, corporate taxation and migration, and played a key role in reimagining the modern global news wire.

Simon Robinson, said: “I am thrilled and honoured to be named the ABC’s Director of News & Current Affairs. As a passionate believer in the power of fact-based, independent journalism, I believe the ABC plays a pivotal role in providing Australians with the reliable reporting we all need. I grew up listening to and watching ABC News. It seemed ever-present in my childhood home. On a personal note, I am delighted this role brings me home, among family and friends.”

Hugh Marks added: “Simon Robinson is one of the most experienced and respected newsroom leaders in global journalism. His track record leading large, complex news operations and his deep commitment to fact-based reporting make him an outstanding choice to lead the ABC’s News division.”

Simon will start with the ABC in September.