Tara Donnelly

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.


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Vodafone announces new, unlimited data ‘Infinite’ phone plans

Posted by January 24th 2023

Update September 2021: Vodafone has since launched a new, truly unlimited data plan with no speed caps.  Update January 2023: Vodafone no longer offers a fast-speed unlimited data phone plan and has changed its plan lineup.  Vodafone …


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Get up to $500 in gift cards when you refer a friend to Amaysim

Posted by July 7th 2022

Attention Amaysim customers (and anyone looking for a great deal on a prepaid plan!). The popular SIM-only provider is celebrating its 10th birthday in 2020 with a limited-time referral offer that could score customers up to …


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Telstra, TPG, Optus and Dodo busted for NBN rule breach

Posted by June 21st 2022

Four of Australia's biggest telcos have been called out for breaching industry rules, after more than 1,500 customers were stuck without internet and home phone when moving to the NBN. The Australian Communications and Media Authority …





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Aussie Broadband now offers NBN alternative OptiComm

Posted by January 23rd 2025

Not sold on the NBN? If you’re lucky enough to live in a OptiComm-serviced area, you’ll now be able to sign up to the alternative fibre network via popular provider Aussie Broadband. Announced this month, …




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5G-capable Motorola Edge now available in Australia

Posted by October 14th 2022

Motorola's first-ever 5G smartphone, the Motorola Edge, is now available to buy in Australia. First announced back in April, the Edge is Motorola's latest flagship device, offering premium specs and features in a 5G-ready package. If …