Tara Donnelly

Tara Donnelly is Canstar Blue’s Utilities Editor, leading the team that focuses on energy, telecommunications and consumer technology, across news, reviews and how-tos. Tara has spent more than a decade covering these topics in Australia, the US and Canada, which means she’s written about countless product launches and industry changes, including the rise of 5G, Australia’s ongoing NBN rollout, the recent years of energy price volatility and the rise of renewable energy sources. Tara also has long experience in writing within the comparison industry, giving her great insights into the information consumers want when determining which plan or device will best meet their needs, while time spent in the financial sector before turning her talent to content lets her crunch the numbers on price with ease. Tara leads the coverage of Canstar Blue’s ratings and awards for the internet and phone sectors and is an expert at advising consumers on how to use comparison tools to find the best power, internet or phone deal. Her expertise has seen her appear in national media including 9 News, 7 News, Sunrise, the ABC and The Sydney Morning Herald. Tara has a Bachelor of Communications from the University of Canberra and is passionate about simplifying complex subjects so consumers aren’t just informed, they’re connected and confident.



Compare AGL and Origin energy plans

AGL vs Origin: How do they compare?

Posted by February 14th 2025

Which of Australia’s two biggest energy providers offers the best deal in your state? Compare AGL & Origin electricity plans.




South Australia Energy Rates

South Australia energy rates explained

Posted by February 14th 2025

South Australians have more than 20 energy retailers to choose from and having that many options can sometimes feel overwhelming. Fortunately, finding a better deal is arguably easier in SA compared to other states, thanks …


Victoria Energy Rates

Victoria energy rates explained

Posted by February 14th 2025

This Canstar Blue guide reveals what usage and supply rates Victorian customers can expect to pay for their electricity. We also share some tips around finding this information on your bill. Victoria is a playground for …


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Why you have no internet connection and how to fix it

Posted by February 13th 2025

Getting a WiFi signal, but no internet connection? It’s a frustrating problem, but one that’s potentially easy to fix.  In this article, Canstar Blue explains why you have no internet connection and how to fix it. What …


SIM card types

SIM card sizes and types explained

Posted by February 11th 2025

The details of phone plans can be confusing, particularly finding the right SIM card to fit into your phone. We explain the different types of SIM cards.



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Expert Picks: Best Prepaid Mobile Plans (February 2025)

Posted by February 5th 2025

If you're looking to ward off bill shock and keep things flexible with a prepaid mobile plan, there's hundreds of options on the Aussie market to suit every user and budget. But sorting through what's …