Fran O'Sullivan
Fran O'Sullivan is a prominent New Zealand journalist and commentator known for her insights on business, politics, and economic policy. She serves as the business editor for the New Zealand Herald, where she has reported extensively on the intersection of politics and the economy, advocating for thoughtful and sustainable infrastructure development in New Zealand.
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Fran O'Sullivan discusses the need for a fiscal watchdog in New Zealand.
Politicians can’t be trusted with our debt trajectory, NZ needs a fiscal watchdog – Fran O’Sullivan
New Zealand· 2026-02-20
Fran O’Sullivan discusses the leadership of women in growing the Māori economy.
How women are leading the push to grow the $126b Maori economy – Fran O’SullivanNew Zealand· 2026-02-06
Fran O’Sullivan's opinion piece on bipartisan political support is mentioned positively.
Letters: Where are the people against the Iranian regime?New Zealand· 2026-01-17
Fran O’Sullivan's article raises questions about the impact of a weak Kiwi dollar on exporters.
Letters: Why National supporters are so frustrated with Finance Minister Nicola WillisNew Zealand· 2025-12-22
Fran O’Sullivan discusses the economic implications of the New Zealand dollar's value.
Getting back to a higher Kiwi dollar would be a good goal for NZ – Fran O’SullivanNew Zealand· 2025-12-20
Fran O’Sullivan is stepping down this year after 12 years as a judge and as convenor of the judging panel.
Rocket Lab, Sky TV’s Sophie Moloney, Carmel Fisher big winners at the Deloitte Top 200 AwardsNew Zealand· 2025-12-04
Fran O’Sullivan is the NZME director of business reports and judging convenor for the awards.
Watch live tonight: The 2025 Deloitte Top 200 AwardsNew Zealand· 2025-12-04
Fran O'Sullivan discusses the need for a full inquiry into the police to change the 'old boys club' culture.
Full inquiry into police needed to change ‘old boys club’ culture – Fran O’SullivanNew Zealand· 2025-11-16
Fran O’Sullivan joined the NZUS Council delegation to the US this week.
Luxon’s Washington breakthrough built on Banks’ quiet diplomacy – Fran O’SullivanNew Zealand· 2025-11-01
Judging panel convenor Fran O’Sullivan expressed excitement for the inclusion of S&P/NZX 50 listed companies in the Top 200.
New Zealand business finalists named for 2025 Deloitte Top 200 AwardsNew Zealand· 2025-10-30
Fran O'Sullivan is mentioned in the context of discussing government actions regarding GST on food prices.
Government should cut GST on food if it’s worried about butter price – Fran O’SullivanNew Zealand· 2025-07-25
Fran O’Sullivan is the author of the article discussing European ESG rebranding and its implications for New Zealand.
European ESG rebrand challenges NZ ethical investing norms – Fran O’SullivanNew Zealand· 2025-07-05
Fran O’Sullivan is joining the Prime Minister’s business delegation to China and will then travel on to a study tour of the Netherlands.
NZ PM Christopher Luxon faces diplomatic test with China visit and Nato summit – Fran O’SullivanNew Zealand· 2025-06-13
Fran O'Sullivan discusses the need for a serious debate about KiwiSaver in New Zealand.
Compulsory KiwiSaver: It’s time NZ had a serious debate about it – Fran O’SullivanNew Zealand· 2025-05-30
Fran O’Sullivan discusses the implications of the 2025 Budget in New Zealand.
Budget 2025: $6.6b business tax incentive much needed but abrupt closure of pay equity door not ok - Fran O’SullivanNew Zealand· 2025-05-24
Fran O’Sullivan wrote about Nicola Willis' film industry backing and its economic implications.
Nicola Willis’ film industry backing shows Budget’s economic growth focus – Fran O’SullivanNew Zealand· 2025-05-16
Fran O’Sullivan discusses New Zealand's diplomatic balancing act between the US and China amid trade tensions.
New Zealand’s careful dance with US and China amid trade tensions – Fran O’SullivanNew Zealand· 2025-04-26
Fran O’Sullivan discusses the implications of the UK Supreme Court decision on women’s rights.
Why UK Supreme Court decision matters for women’s rights - Fran O’SullivanNew Zealand· 2025-04-18
Fran O’Sullivan discusses New Zealand's role in global trade leadership.
Time for NZ to take charge in trade leadership - Fran O’SullivanNew Zealand· 2025-04-05
Project Auckland editor Fran O’Sullivan will take part in a panel discussion to unpack Bishop’s comments.
Chris Bishop outlines plans for Auckland’s growth at Project Auckland eventNew Zealand· 2025-03-25
Fran O'Sullivan is a Herald columnist who reflected on Adrian Orr's tenure as Reserve Bank Governor.
Inside Economics: Where does New Zealand rate on misery index, plus weighing our recovery against the AussiesNew Zealand· 2025-03-13
Fran O’Sullivan discusses the contributions of Adrian Orr and the political dynamics surrounding his reappointment.
Departing Reserve Bank Governor Adrian Orr made more memorable contributions than his Covid record - Fran O’SullivanNew Zealand· 2025-03-07
Fran O'Sullivan discusses the importance of bipartisan cooperation for New Zealand's infrastructure future.
Bipartisan cooperation key to NZ’s infrastructure future - Fran O’SullivanNew Zealand· 2025-02-14
