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 February 26th 2025
KEY POINTS An NBN connection box connects your modem to the NBN. NBN connection boxes are provided, maintained and installed for free by NBN Co, though some non-standard setups may have a fee. A range …
Posted by December 5th 2024
Canstar Blue compares the fastest internet plans in Australia. Tired of slow download speeds? Find out how fast you can go and what it will cost you.
Posted by September 30th 2025
How do you know if your NBN speed is slow or not? Speed tests are easy to do and can reveal a lot about how good your internet is.
Posted by November 25th 2024
OPPO's newest premium smartphone, the OPPO Find X8 Pro, has arrived in Australia, boasting an all-new professional camera setup and a range of advanced AI enhancements. The OPPO Find X8 Pro is the brand's first global …
Posted by November 19th 2024
Vodafone’s 5G mobile network rollout is underway, with coverage available now in selected suburbs. In this article Canstar Blue explores Vodafone’s 5G coverage and its selection of 5G-capable smartphones and mobile plans. Where is Vodafone 5G …
Posted by July 2nd 2025
What exactly is 4G mobile data, and why is it better than 3G? Find out about the future of mobile data and how it works with Canstar Blue.
Posted by November 1st 2024
5G technology is being rolled out worldwide, and virtually every phone brand has jumped on the bandwagon. In this Canstar Blue guide, we will run through what 5G is and whether it’s worth buying a …
Posted by July 3rd 2025
5G has undergone a huge period of change in the past few years, with Telstra, Vodafone and Optus officially switching on their respective networks in selected areas. In this article, Canstar Blue explores Telstra’s 5G …
Posted by October 18th 2024
If you're shopping around for anything home internet related, you've probably seen the acronym ISP floating around. But you may be wondering what those three letters actually mean. Essentially, an ISP is your go-to retailer for …
Posted by October 15th 2024
What is the LBN? It sounds very similar to the NBN, but the fact is LBN is its own network, servicing a range of homes and businesses. In this article, Canstar Blue explores what LBN …