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.


Switching Energy Providers

Switching energy providers

Posted by March 27th 2025

Need info on changing your electricity provider? Find out how to switch energy providers easily with Canstar Blue.


EnergyAustralia solar review and guide

Posted by November 5th 2024

EnergyAustralia provides end-to-end solar solutions for households and businesses right across Australia. But is it the best fit for you?


Tasmanian energy market Compared

Electricity providers in Tasmania

Posted by January 17th 2025

Everything you need to know about electricity and gas in Tasmania. From retailers to tariffs and prices, Canstar Blue has it covered.



Man buying new 5G phone

Should I buy a 5G phone?

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 …


Telstra’s 5G network explained

Posted by November 1st 2024

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 …


Can you switch energy providers when in debt?

Posted by November 29th 2024

At a time where energy prices are constantly changing, some Aussie households may be wondering: can you switch energy providers if you’re in debt?  In this article, Canstar Blue explores if you can change your energy …


A person using a laptop

What is an ISP?

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 …


Happy man using internet at home

LBN Co providers and plans compared

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 …


Woman screencasting from phone to TV

How to cast from your phone to TV

Posted by October 15th 2024

Casting your screen onto a larger screen, such as a TV, can be useful in professional and casual settings alike. But what is screencasting and how does it work? Canstar Blue explains how to cast …