Australia's editorial cartoonists and illustrators have once again turned the day's most pressing news stories into sharp, thought-provoking visual commentary, with the best of their work published on August 24, 2026.
The collection brings together talented artists whose drawings, caricatures and illustrated observations capture the mood of the moment — distilling complex events and political developments into images that inform, challenge and occasionally amuse.
Editorial cartoons have long served as a vital form of public commentary, offering perspectives on the news that words alone sometimes cannot convey. Today's selection reflects the breadth of skill and viewpoint among the illustrators interpreting current events for Australian readers.
