The Australian Broadcasting Corporation is set for a fresh direction as Simon Robinson, formerly of Reuters, takes charge of its news and current affairs team in September. Robinson, who steps in after Justin Stevens resignation, brings a wealth of international reporting acumen from renowned outlets like Reuters and Time.

Simon Robinson, an Australian currently based in the UK, has been chosen after more than 15 years in London, according to three sources with knowledge of the matter.

Exclusive: Robinson, who has been at Reuters for 16 years, will be responsible for about 2,000 staff across the ABC’s news division

The Australian Broadcasting Corporation is set for a fresh direction as Simon Robinson, formerly of Reuters, takes charge of its news and current affairs team in September.…