What is renewable energy and how does it work in Australia? Find the answers in this Canstar Blue guide.
What is renewable energy and how does it work in Australia?
Posted by April 2nd 2025
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.
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Posted by April 2nd 2025
What is renewable energy and how does it work in Australia? Find the answers in this Canstar Blue guide.
Posted by June 19th 2024
The mid-year sales season is a great time to bag serious bargains on not just appliances, fashion and homewares, but also smartphones. Telcos and manufacturers alike are slashing prices on devices and plans this end …
Posted by June 17th 2024
Australian households on standing offers could see as much as $190 shaved off their annual electricity bills from July 1, with the country's energy regulators locking in default energy prices for 2024-25. The Australian Energy Regulator …
Posted by October 1st 2024
We’ve all heard of excess data charges, but how much do they really cost you? Find out which service providers are charging the most.
Posted by May 23rd 2024
Whether you’re looking to save some money on your household budget or you’re just wondering if you’re getting the best value for money internet plan, it’s good to know how much does NBN cost per …
Posted by October 11th 2024
With 5G networks rolling out across the country, accessing 5G networks and services is becoming much easier. The Optus 5G network has been rolling out since 2019 and since then, has expanded across the country …
Posted by January 14th 2025
How much does it cost to run a heater in winter? Canstar Blue looks at winter heating costs, including electric, gas and oil heater running costs.
Posted by May 17th 2024
Now that the initial build of the National Broadband Network (NBN) is complete, over 12 million homes and businesses across Australia have access to the NBN network. However, as of March this year, there were …
Posted by May 8th 2024
Google has announced the latest member of its flagship Pixel phone family, the super-charged Pixel 8a. Featuring the company’s signature Tensor chipset, as well as integrated AI and ongoing security updates, the Pixel 8a is …
Posted by July 24th 2024
Compare Optus NBN plans with unlimited data starting from just $60 a month with Canstar Blue’s review.