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 14th 2022
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has released its latest report on NBN speeds across the country - and for the third quarter in a row, Optus has claimed the top spot. The ninth Measuring …
Posted by February 10th 2021
Telstra has announced several updates to its newly-launched My Telstra app, including a self-service 'health check' for NBN customers. Alongside changes to available media and entertainment options, plus an updated Telstra Plus rewards experience, the My …
Posted by October 14th 2022
NBN Co has released its latest weekly report into how Australian households are using the network during the COVID-19 pandemic - and to no-one's surprise, demand is still sky-high. The company's Australian Broadband Data Demand report …
Posted by April 12th 2023
If you've been searching for a simple mobile solution for the whole family, Optus has come to the rescue. The telco has launched a brand new Family Plan, featuring four SIMs and a range of child-friendly …
Posted by April 12th 2023
Move over OPPO, Huawei, and even HTC - there's a new Asian mobile manufacturer ready to take on the Aussie tech market, with a low-priced flagship phone now on offer in stores. Realme's flagship Realme 6 …
Posted by January 23rd 2024
Note: The 2020 iPhone SE is no longer available to buy from Vodafone. You can find info on the 2022 iPhone SE in our review. Following months of rumours, Apple has unveiled a smaller, budget-friendly new …
Posted by June 3rd 2022
Apple has finally unveiled its long-awaited 'budget' iPhone - and while it's not quite as wallet-friendly as competing entry-level devices, it's significantly cheaper than the flagship iPhone 11 range. Named the iPhone SE - the same …
Posted by March 31st 2023
With so many Aussies now working from home, fixed broadband connections - such as NBN and ADSL - are starting to feel the strain. If you're looking for a reliable, portable, and affordable internet option …
Posted by July 5th 2022
With the NBN traffic set to explode thanks to coronavirus-related social distancing and isolation, there's been understandable concern about how our nation's primary fixed-line broadband network will cope. But in a welcome move, NBN Co …
Posted by January 23rd 2023
Heading overseas? Don’t let bill shock get to you, and stay connected instead. Review this range of mobile SIM plans for travel with Canstar Blue.