Lucy Scotting is a digital content writer for Tom’s Guide in Australia, covering NBN and internet-related news. Lucy started her career writing for HR and staffing industry publications, with articles covering emerging tech, business and finance.
In her spare time, Lucy can be found watching sci-fi movies, working on her dystopian fiction novel (in progress since 2017) or hanging out with her dog, Fletcher, and her three cats. If she’s not found doing any of the above, she’s likely on her next adventure to a new city, country, or continent.
Latest articles by Lucy Scotting

Click Frenzy The Main Event 2025: best 10 deals we've found during the Aussie sale
By Lucy Scotting, Stephen Lambrechts last updated
Click Frenzy The Main Event is almost here, with the major Aussie sale taking place from Tuesday, November 11 to Friday, November 14, 2025.

Looking for a better seniors' NBN deal? Flip's impressive Black Friday discount gets you NBN 25 for just AU$44p/m for 8 months
By Lucy Scotting published
Tom's Guide Approved - Sponsored Offer from Flip
Signing up for a dedicated seniors NBN plan is simple — and Flip's NBN 25 offer presents unrivalled value in the sea of discounted plans.

I tried Breville's Eye Q Auto toaster — and its 'shade scanner' really does make burnt toast a thing of the past
By Lucy Scotting published
Breville has kicked the toaster game up a notch with the introduction of the Eye Q, a smart toaster that toasts according to color, not time.

Forget Black Friday 2025 — these 6 Amazon deals mean you don't need to wait till November
By Lucy Scotting published
Black Friday 2025 is a month away, but these great Amazon deals prove you don't need to hold off.

I tested the Cricut Maker 4 for two months — and it has totally changed my DIY crafting game
By Lucy Scotting published
The Cricut Maker 4 is a fun, die-cutting machine, perfect for beginners and hardcore crafters alike.

I assessed 23 NBN 500 plans from different providers and there's still just one I'd recommend above all others
By Lucy Scotting last updated
Tom's Guide Approved - Sponsored Offer from Exetel
Exetel's new One plan — now the only plan the telco offers — is unrivalled value when it comes to NBN 500. Here’s why.

Ninja’s new coffee machine has changed my morning routine for the better, and right now it's 35% off
By Lucy Scotting published
Less than a month since its Australian release, the Ninja Luxe Café has been discounted by an eye-popping 35% on Amazon.

Crocs is celebrating International Crocs Day in a huge way – score a pair of the cult-fave shoes from AU$19
By Lucy Scotting published
Crocs Day is here, and to celebrate, I've rounded up the best clog deals worth stepping into.

SpinTel 5G Home Internet review
By Lucy Scotting published
We tested SpinTel's 5G internet to see if this wireless broadband alternative can truly compete with the NBN.

Onebed Original Mattress review: adjustable, cloud-like comfort in an affordable all-foam package
By Lucy Scotting published
With customisable support for all types of sleepers, the Onebed Original mattress is a fantastic budget alternative to more expensive foam competitors.

Prime Big Deal Days 2025: the best deals still available post-sale
By Stephen Lambrechts, Lucy Scotting last updated
Prime Big Deal Days is over — here are the best leftover deals from Amazon's recent sale event.

Amazon's Kindle Colorsoft finally convinced me to get an e-reader — but this one shortcoming is really getting under my skin
By Lucy Scotting published
After buying my very first e-reader last week, some eagle-eyed Redditors have noticed a not-so-nice update to Amazon's Kindle models, which also affects my new Kindle Colorsoft.

Don't wait! I've found 10 superb Xmas gift deals in Amazon's October sale, all under AU$100 – get your prezzie shopping done early and save
By Lucy Scotting published
Already thinking about Christmas 2025? Here are 10 gift ideas under AU$100 worth picking up during Amazon Prime Big Deal Days.

Step into a new pair of shoes this summer – I highly recommend these 5 Skechers Prime Day deals
By Lucy Scotting published
Amazon Prime Day is here, and so are great Skechers deals. Here are 5 worth slipping into right now.

Buddy's Zoomy NBN 1000 plan is now the cheapest around at just $85p/m – but you'll need to be equally speedy to nab this deal
By Lucy Scotting published
Act fast — Buddy's NBN 1000 plan is just AU$85p/m for the first three months (then AU$99p/m ongoing).

Wish granted — my dream Ninja coffee machine has just received its first Aussie discount for Prime Big Deal Days
By Lucy Scotting published
Ninja's latest kitchen appliance, the Luxe Café Premier, launched in Australia in the past week, and it's already gotten its first-ever discount for Prime Big Deal Days.

It's Croctober: step into these 8 clog deals courtesy of Prime Big Deal Days
By Lucy Scotting published
Step into your latest pair of Crocs clogs quicker with these Amazon Prime Big Deal Days bargains.

Move aside Ninja Creami — the Ninja Swirl is my fave new ice-cream maker and it's just got its first Aussie discount
By Lucy Scotting published
The Ninja Swirl has just received its first-ever discount in Australia, down to just AU$459 for Prime Big Deal Days and right in time to usher summer in.

It's official: Hulu arrives in Australia this October on Disney Plus
By Lucy Scotting published
Joining the likes of ESPN, Hulu will be available on Disney Plus in Australia and New Zealand starting October 9.

The Ninja Luxe Café Premier coffee machine has arrived in Australia — here's how to get your hands on the viral espresso maker
By Lucy Scotting last updated
Ninja's latest kitchen appliance, the Luxe Café Premier, has officially launched in Australia. Here's where to get your hands on the coveted coffee machine.

My Amazon device predictions came true — meet the new wave of Echo, Ring and Blink devices
By Lucy Scotting published
Amazon's latest devices were just announced, and I was right about the new Ring, Blink and Echo lineups coming to the brand in the coming weeks.

Dodo's just hatched a ripper deal on its NBN 500 plan — now the cheapest of the lot at just AU$63p/m
By Lucy Scotting published
Dodo's enticing AU$62.99p/m deal for its 500Mbps discount has just landed. Here's how to switch and save.

New Amazon devices are getting announced imminently, and I have a sneaking suspicion of what they may be
By Lucy Scotting published
Amazon's latest devices will be announced at midnight, but this price drop on the existing range makes me confident about what's coming up next.

I gave Origin’s Hybrid Mattress ⅘ stars in my recent review — and this 49% discount makes it even easier to recommend
By Lucy Scotting published
The Origin Hybrid mattress holds its own as a great budget alternative to pricy competitors — and now it's down to its cheapest price since EOFY 2025.
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