Cartoon of cartoonist Andrew Weldon

Andrew Weldon

Andrew Weldon is a freelance cartoonist based in Melbourne. He has been the cartoonist for The Big Issue (Australia) since its inception in 1996. His work appeared regularly for many years in The Age and The Sydney Morning Herald and the Chaser’s books, website and newspaper. It has appeared in publications including The New Yorker, Private Eye, the Spectator (UK) and Meanjin. Weldon has also published book collections of his cartoons and written and illustrated children’s books.

Works also displayed at Behind the Lines 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018.

A description of fire ants, their bites and how to treat then.

Fire Ants! Everything You Need to Know

The Big Issue,

2023
Cartoon of Albo Names His Cabinet by Andrew Weldon

Albo Names His Cabinet

The Big Issue,

2022
Trade with China

Trade with China

The Big Issue,

2021
Books Explaining the News for Kids

Books Explaining the News for Kids

The Big Issue,

2021
Extreme Social Distancing

Extreme Social Distancing

The Big Issue,

Some Expressions to Avoid

Some Expressions to Avoid

The Big Issue,

2020

Inspired by Julie Bishop

The Big Issue,

2019