Australia's national broadcaster has a new news chief, Simon Robinson from Reuters. This appointment follows intense questioning of ABC executives in the Senate. Issues of editorial bias, internal culture, and recent controversies were discussed. The broadcaster is navigating political criticism and restructuring. This leadership change aims for a refreshed news output.

Justin Stevens, the ABC’s most senior news executive, resigned on Wednesday after four years in the job.

Justin Stevens, the ABC’s most senior news executive, resigned on Wednesday after four years in the job.

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 senior Reuters executive takes over from Justin Stevens, who announced his resignation yesterday after four years in the job.

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.…

Australia's national broadcaster has a new news chief, Simon Robinson from Reuters. This appointment follows intense questioning of ABC executives in the Senate. Issues of…

The new boss of ABC News is an Aussie, but he’s been living and working outside the country since the 20th century.