Tara Donnelly

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.


iPhone SE

iPhone SE: Apple’s new ‘budget’ smartphone

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 …


Best mobile broadband plans

The top mobile broadband plans for working from home

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 …


NBN to boost capacity

NBN boosts capacity ahead of COVID-19 traffic surge

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 …


Broadband plans for working from home

The best work from home internet plans

Posted by October 14th 2022

With broadband speeds getting faster and connections more reliable, more and more employers are offering flexible working arrangements to employees. Working from home - full time, part time, or every now and then - has …



Samsung Galaxy S20 Deals

The best and cheapest Samsung Galaxy S20 plans and deals

Posted by October 14th 2022

Note: The Samsung Galaxy S20 series may no longer be available from telcos and retailers. Samsung's 2020 Galaxy S20 series is available for order in 2021, despite the newer S21 series being released. With premium features …




Telstra NBN

Telstra axes NBN 100 plans for FTTN/FTTB/FTTC customers

Posted by October 14th 2022

More than half of Australia's NBN users will now be cut off from Telstra's fastest broadband plans. Telstra has announced that it will no longer offer Premium NBN 100 plans to customers on Fibre to the …


Vodafone-TPG merger

Federal Court approves Vodafone – TPG merger

Posted by April 7th 2022

Big news for the Australian telco industry: despite the best efforts of the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), the Federal Court has given the green light to the proposed merger of Vodafone and TPG. Justice …