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.


What are the best 5G phones in Australia?

Posted by May 21st 2025

5G is being rolled out worldwide and Australia has jumped on the bandwagon, with 5G now available across most major cities and metro areas. If you’re lucky enough to live or work in a 5G-enabled …


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What is the cheapest iPhone?

Posted by March 27th 2025

iPhones are some of the most popular devices, whether you love a bit of luxury or if you want a simple phone to use day to day. However, iPhones are known to be one of …




NBN satellite base station in Bourke

What is NBN satellite?

Posted by March 17th 2025

Key points NBN satellite, also called Sky Muster satellite, is used to deliver internet to homes in regional areas where fixed-line fibre NBN isn't available. This technology type uses satellite signals to send and receive …




AGL vs Origin: How do they compare?

Posted by July 11th 2025

Which of Australia’s two biggest energy providers offers the best deal in your state? Compare AGL & Origin electricity plans.



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What is a solar inverter?

Posted by March 7th 2025

Learn what solar inverters are, how they work and what to consider when purchasing one. Discover more with Canstar Blue.