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 June 21st 2022
Four of Australia's biggest telcos have been called out for breaching industry rules, after more than 1,500 customers were stuck without internet and home phone when moving to the NBN. The Australian Communications and Media Authority …
Posted by October 17th 2022
If you're looking for a premium plan for the new Samsung Galaxy Note 20 or Note 20 Ultra, it doesn't get more all-inclusive than Telstra. The telco has announced its plans, prices, and offers for …
Posted by May 29th 2024
Update: The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 series is no longer available from Optus. The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 series is finally here - and if you're considering picking up the Note 20 or Note 20 Ultra …
Posted by October 17th 2022
Samsung's hot new Galaxy Note 20 and Galaxy Note 20 Ultra are now available to buy in stores. If you're planning to pick up the Note 20 on a telco plan, Vodafone has announced its …
Posted by January 23rd 2025
Not sold on the NBN? If you’re lucky enough to live in a OptiComm-serviced area, you’ll now be able to sign up to the alternative fibre network via popular provider Aussie Broadband. Announced this month, …
Posted by May 29th 2024
Samsung's newest, biggest and most feature-packed smartphones are finally official! The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra have been unveiled by the Korean tech giant, and both devices are now available to buy …
Posted by June 21st 2022
Ready for 5G internet, but don't want to tie yourself to a 'big three' provider? Good news - Optus is now extending access to its 5G home broadband network to a range of smaller wholesale …
Posted by October 14th 2022
Motorola's first-ever 5G smartphone, the Motorola Edge, is now available to buy in Australia. First announced back in April, the Edge is Motorola's latest flagship device, offering premium specs and features in a 5G-ready package. If …
Posted by June 22nd 2022
Great news if you're a Telstra NBN customer: you may be getting a surprise speed boost in the coming weeks. Telstra has confirmed that it will be rolling out an NBN change that will see eligible …
Posted by October 14th 2022
While Australians have adjusted to the new norms of social distancing, working from home, and staying indoors, the COVID-19 pandemic isn't over. But despite most of us spending more time indoors and online than ever …