Kerry O'Brien is a highly acclaimed Australian journalist and author, boasting an illustrious career spanning an impressive 28 years as a national current affairs television presenter and interviewer. With a specialized focus on politics, economics, and business journalism, as well as investigative reporting, he has built a reputation for in-depth analysis and insightful questioning.
Throughout his extensive career, Kerry has had the privilege of interviewing presidents and prime ministers from around the world, showcasing his exceptional interviewing skills and ability to engage with high-profile figures.
Kerry has had the opportunity to work with every free-to-air television network, but has spent over 30 years dedicated to public broadcasting. He began his career with trailblazing ABC current affairs programs such as This Day Tonight and Four Corners, and went on to become the first presenter of the groundbreaking late-night news analysis program, Lateline.
In addition to his television work, Kerry has also held the esteemed position of Editor and Presenter of the National 7.30 Report for an impressive 15 years.
Kerry has also ventured into the world of authorship, penning two books: Keating, a biography of former Australian Prime Minister Paul Keating, and more recently, Kerry O'Brien, A Memoir, which delves into the social and political upheavals he has witnessed throughout his half-century-long journalism career.
Beyond his work in television and writing, Kerry has built a strong reputation as a conference speaker, moderator, and interviewer, earning him a prominent place in the world of public speaking and discussion.
