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 October 22nd 2024
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 September 8th 2023
The runaway success of this year's FIFA Women's World Cup has shone a long-overdue spotlight on women's sport in Oz, thanks to a spellbinding semi-final run from the Matildas. But new data from Optus highlights …
Posted by August 24th 2023
Vodafone is clearing space for the upcoming iPhone 15 by dropping prices on some of this year's most-wanted phones, including the iPhone 14 series. For a limited time, customers can save up to $350 on the …
Posted by October 3rd 2023
Yet another popular Australian telco has quietly increased the price of its SIM-only phone plans — meaning impacted customers will now pay up to $60 more each year for their mobile service. Aussie Broadband has revised …
Posted by May 21st 2025
The ACCC has urged Australian homes and businesses to compare electricity plans ASAP, as market offer prices continue to fluctuate.
Posted by August 4th 2023
OPPO's newest Reno series smartphone has hit Aussie shores — boasting a striking design and pro camera features to make your selfies and portrait shots stand out from the pack. The OPPO Reno10 5G is a …
Posted by May 16th 2024
There’s nothing quite like the comfort of a guarantee, whether it comes in the form of an engagement ring, or just an order confirmation email from the pizza place down the road. So, when it comes …
Posted by July 28th 2023
Samsung's newest folding smartphones have been unveiled — and while these premium devices don't come cheap, there's plenty of special offers and freebies available to early birds who order in the next few weeks. Pick …
Posted by July 28th 2023
Samsung has unveiled its head-turning 2023 folding phone range, including the premium Galaxy Z Fold 5 and fashion-forward Galaxy Z Flip 5. Both new smartphones offer high-end specifications and good looks, with the Flip in …
Posted by July 26th 2023
Eight of Australia's biggest and most well-known telcos have been slapped with formal warnings from the communications regulator, after failing to give customers adequate notice before restricting their service. The Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) …