Tara Donnelly is Canstar Blue’s Utilities Editor, leading the team that focuses on energy, telecommunications and consumer technology. She has spent more than a decade covering these topics in Australia, the US and Canada, and has authored over 500 Canstar Blue articles.
Her expertise has seen her appear in national media including 9 News, 7 News, Sunrise, the ABC , The Australian Financial Review, 4BC Radio and The Sydney Morning Herald.
Tara has been nominated for multiple awards for her technology reporting, including Canstar Blue’s highly commended recognition for Best Consumer Technology Coverage in 2024.
She 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.
You can read more of Tara's published articles and follow Tara on LinkedIn.
Posted by July 23rd 2025
Apple's all-new iPhone 16 series combines premium hardware with cutting-edge software and AI: but while many Australians will be keen to upgrade, these are far from the cheapest phones on the market. Although outright prices …
Posted by June 18th 2025
Whether it’s natural gas or LPG, find out how switching gas suppliers may help you find a better deal. Learn more with Canstar Blue.
Posted by October 1st 2024
We can often get a shock when we receive a text from our provider saying we’ve blown our monthly data. But there are two options if this happens often – switch to an unlimited data …
Posted by September 19th 2025
Downloading high-quality Netflix content requires a good internet connection. Find out which Australian internet providers are up to the job at Canstar Blue.
Posted by August 30th 2024
If you're a diva in dire need of a digital detox, look no further. Just in time for summer, phone maker HMD has partnered with Mattel to drop a dream device: the first-ever Barbie Flip …
Posted by August 29th 2024
Origin Energy is one of the largest electricity companies in Australia, powering millions of homes and small businesses across the country. On this page, you’ll find an updated list of Origin’s electricity plans that are on …
Posted by September 25th 2025
Woolworths, Coles, ALDI and Kogan each offer a range of mobile phone plans. For consumers in the market for a prepaid deal, you could find a great deal.
Posted by October 1st 2024
You may have heard that the big three telcos are preparing to shut off their respective 3G mobile networks. Vodafone was the first telco to switch off 3G services in December 2023, however both Telstra …
Posted by August 16th 2024
Google's 2024 Pixel phone range is here — and in big news, the company's long-awaited folding device is finally hitting Aussie shores. The Pixel Pro Fold joins the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel …
Posted by July 8th 2025
Engie has teamed up with auto clubs in NSW, VIC, QLD and SA to give customers even greater value. But is there a catch?