Siobhan McKenna Named Australia’s Next Consul General in New York

Published 21 Sept 2026, 08:13 UTC

AI-generated summary of the coverage listed below: Siobhan McKenna, a former NewsCorp executive, has been appointed by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese as Australia’s next Consul General in New York. She will succeed Heather Ridout and begin the role in early 2027.

Covered by 1 outlet across the spectrum: 0% left, 0% center, 100% right.

Who is covering this story

• Right-leaning (1): Sunday Guardian

Sources

• Who is Siobhan McKenna? Former NewsCorp Executive Appointed as Australia’s Next Consul General in New York – Know Her Age, Net Worth, Career, Achievements & More — Sunday Guardian (right-leaning)

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