Patrick Cook (b. 1949): The Relentless Satirist Who Sketched Australia’s Conscience

Patrick Cook

Patrick St. John Cook aka. Patrick Cook (born 6 August 1949) is a renowned Australian cartoonist, satirical writer, performer, and cultural commentator whose biting wit and illustrative style helped define the tone of Australian political commentary for more than five decades. Known for his prolific work in The National Times, The Bulletin, The Financial Review, […] More

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Jeff Hook (1928–2018): Master Cartoonist with a Hidden Hook

Jeff Hook (Geoffrey Raynor Hook)

Geoffrey Raynor Hook OAM, widely known by his pen name Jeff Hook, (27 December 1928 – 20 July 2018) was one of Australia’s most beloved editorial cartoonists and illustrators. Best remembered for his sharp political satire and the iconic “fishhook” he cleverly hid in his cartoons, Hook carved out a singular space in Australian journalism. […] More

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