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.
Posted by October 14th 2022
Update: As of September 2020, the iPhone XR is no longer available on Optus handset plans. However, the telco stocks a variety of other iPhones. The iPhone XR is available to buy, and as you would expect, …
Posted by October 17th 2022
One of 2019's most eagerly-awaited smartphones is finally here! After months of rumours, leaks, and much anticipation, the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 has been officially unveiled, and is now available to pick up on phone …
Posted by July 5th 2022
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has released its sixth quarterly NBN speed report - and once again, TPG has claimed the number-one spot for download speeds. The ACCC's Measuring Broadband Australia report - compiled from …
Posted by June 22nd 2023
After a solid month of spec and feature leaks, Huawei's much-anticipated P30 and P30 Pro smartphones are available on plans from a range of telcos. Unveiled in Paris early 2019, these Android devices don't pack too many …
Posted by May 6th 2022
Internet provider Dodo has agreed to refund around 16,000 customers over claims it made about its entry-level NBN plans being ‘perfect for streaming’. The refunds, thought to total as much as $360,000, are part of a …
Posted by June 8th 2022
Compare Virgin Mobile, Vodafone, Optus and Telstra mobile plans on the iPhone X to find the best deal for you and your budget.
Posted by April 5th 2023
Early last month, Telstra announced the upcoming launch of Telstra Plus: an all-new loyalty and rewards program offering redeemable points, perks, and VIP benefits. As of today, Telstra Plus is officially live across Australia - …
Posted by July 7th 2022
Five months after expressing its initial concerns with the proposed merger of TPG and Vodafone, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has announced it will officially oppose the deal. In a statement released (albeit accidentally), the Commission …
Posted by July 5th 2022
The ACCC's latest broadband speed report sees TPG keep its top spot as the fastest average NBN provider.
Posted by September 7th 2022
Amaysim and Vaya are two telcos offering fantastic SIM-only plan value. But which offers the best deals? Find out at Canstar Blue.