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 28th 2025
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Posted by February 27th 2025
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Posted by February 28th 2025
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Posted by July 2nd 2025
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Posted by June 20th 2025
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Posted by February 11th 2025
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Posted by July 8th 2025
Review energy plans, rates and deals between AGL and Engie. Find out which electricity and gas provider is best suited to you.
Posted by February 4th 2025
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Posted by July 10th 2025
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Posted by July 2nd 2025
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