Sarah O'Brien

Sarah O’Brien is an Australian journalist based in Brisbane with more than a decade of experience covering courts, public policy, and regional affairs. She began her career as a cadet reporter with a local newspaper before moving into metropolitan newsrooms, where she built a reputation for careful reporting and clear explanations of complex issues. Over the years, Sarah has written extensively about Queensland politics, housing and infrastructure, consumer protection, and the ripple effects of major government decisions on everyday communities. Her work often blends on-the-ground interviews with data-led analysis, particularly when covering systemic risks in financial and public services. Sarah has led award-winning investigations into procurement transparency and followed major inquiries through to recommendations and implementation. Colleagues know her for thorough verification, strong sourcing, and an ability to keep stories grounded while still meeting the speed demands of breaking news.