Chris Masters
Veteran investigative journalist and author known for in-depth reporting on Australia's military operations and the Afghanistan conflict, and author of Flawed Hero: Truth, lies and war crimes.
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Apr 9, 2026 • 16min
Chris Masters on unravelling the Ben Roberts-Smith story
Chris Masters, veteran investigative journalist and author of Flawed Hero, recounts years tracking allegations around Ben Roberts-Smith. He recalls early trips to Afghanistan, how whispers became investigation, the 2018 legal fight, and why soldiers eventually spoke up. He also reflects on public division, differences between civil and criminal processes, and questions of command accountability.
