Investigative journalist Ross Coulthart at center stage
Ross Coulthart, an Australian journalist and investigative reporter, has made a name for himself in the world of Unidentified Aerial Phenomena (UAP) and Unidentified Flying Objects (UFOs). Born on February 16, 1956, in New South Wales, Australia, Coulthart's career in journalism spans over four decades.
Coulthart began his journalistic journey by working for various Australian media outlets, including the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC), the Nine Network, and the Sunday Telegraph. He gained further prominence as a producer and reporter for the Australian version of the television show "60 Minutes" from 1987 to 2019.
In 2010, Coulthart's interest in UAPs and UFOs was piqued when he was approached by Australian journalist and author Paul Dean. Since then, Coulthart has been a vocal advocate for increased government transparency regarding UAP sightings. His dogged persistence and dedication to the truth have been praised by many in the field.
Coulthart's investigative journalism style is evident in his work, particularly in his investigation into the Australian government's secret UAP files. His program, "Reality Check," features Daniel Sheehan, a prominent civil rights attorney. In "Reality Check," Coulthart criticised the recent U.S. Congress report on UAPs.
In an interview, Coulthart discussed UFO phenomena, government suppression of information, and whistleblower insights, particularly focusing on the Pentagon. His book, "In Plain Sight": An Investigation into UFOs and Impossible Science, published in 2019, reveals a landscape of secrecy surrounding the subject.
Coulthart's work has not gone unnoticed. In 2024, NewsNation launched "Reality Check," a program hosted by Coulthart, focusing on Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAPs). Coulthart shared a pivotal moment in his journey into UAPs during his keynote speech at the Scientific Coalition for UAP Studies (SCU) conference in 2025.
Throughout his career, Coulthart has interviewed many witnesses to UAP sightings, including military personnel, pilots, and civilians. He is a leading authority on UAP and UFOs, having written numerous articles and appeared on various television shows and podcasts to discuss his findings.
In addition to his work on UAPs, Coulthart has authored multiple books, including "The Lost Diggers: The Forgotten Heroes of World War One" and "The Silent Men: Syria to Kokoda and on to Goma, the untold story of special forces." His contributions to journalism and investigative reporting continue to make a significant impact.
