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

Rare Apple TV Plus discount nets you three months for AU$11.97 – but you’ll need to act fast
By Lucy Scotting published
Sign up for this rare Apple TV Plus deal now, and you can binge Severance, Ted Lasso and Murderbot for only AU$3.99p/m.

I've been crafting drinks in the Ninja Slushi for a month — here are my hot tips for the ultimate frozen drink
By Lucy Scotting published
The Ninja Slushi landed in Australia a few months ago, but is it really worth the price tag? I put it to the test to find out.

Dyson Promo Codes
By Lucy Scotting last updated
10% OFF Use these 5 Dyson coupons to save on home appliances, from floor care and vacuum cleaners to hair and beauty.

Amazon Discount Codes
By Lucy Scotting last updated
60% OFF Use these 7 tried & tested Amazon Australia discount codes on your next order to maximise your savings.

Optus Discount Codes
By Lucy Scotting last updated
$15 OFF Try these 10 Optus discount codes to save money on SIM-only plans, phones, smartwatches and more.

Tineco's Floor One S6 Stretch has been an absolute gamechanger for my hardwood floors, and now it's AU$300 off
By Lucy Scotting published
Score a nice saving across a range of Tineco models on Amazon this weekend, including the Floor One S6 Stretch, now just AU$599.

NBN fibre upgrade: who can get it and how much does it cost?
By Lucy Scotting last updated
The NBN has pledged to upgrade millions of homes to a faster NBN speed. Are you eligible?

NBN typical evening speed explained: what is it and why does it matter?
By Lucy Scotting last updated
Not sure of the difference between NBN speed and typical evening speed? This article explains all.

NBN outage: What to do if your internet is down
By Lucy Scotting last updated
NBN dropouts are always possible, but there can be multiple causes. Follow these steps to determine the cause of yours.

NBN speed tiers: What they mean and which best fits your needs
By Lucy Scotting last updated
NBN is available at various speeds, but which one is best for your household?

New features are making old Kindles better page turners — and I'm all for it
By Lucy Scotting published
A new firmware update is rolling out useful features for Kindle devices, adding an AI-powered recap summary and a page-turn option for devices without buttons.

SpinTel’s gigabit NBN plan just became faster and cheaper – so I still can't recommend it highly enough
By Lucy Scotting published
SpinTel has just discounted its 1,000Mbps plan and given it a speed bump! Here's how to sign up for the cheapest ultrafast plan to date.

The best wireless earbuds in Australia 2025: Our top picks for any budget
By Tammy Rogers last updated
The best wireless earbuds are a hotly contested sector so make sure you check out the best models we've heard based on our in-depth reviews and testing.

Best dash cams Australia 2025: The best cameras to protect your car
By Tom Pritchard last updated
Looking for a dash cam? Our testing shows these are the best ones you can buy.

Secure your home for less with up to 60% off Ring security cameras on Amazon
By Lucy Scotting published
Ring's lineup of home security cameras has been discounted on Amazon, with up to 60% off select devices.

I love Ring's new AI feature, but I can't stand its hefty price tag
By Lucy Scotting published
Ring has launched a new AI search feature in a public beta for customers called Smart Video Search, making it easier for customers to pinpoint moments in their footage history.

Dyson Airstrait review: wet-to-dry straightener delivers frizz-free shine in minutes, at a price
By Lucy Scotting published
The Dyson Airstrait is the brand's latest straightener, but how does it stack up against other Dyson Beauty products?

Amazon AU's Big Smile Sale 2025 is now on — here are the best 10 deals so far
By Lucy Scotting last updated
Amazon Australia's latest Big Smile Sale event has just kicked off and we're rounding up the top 10 deals to shop now.

Tangerine's Summer Sale slashes up to AU$180 off plans — get 100Mbps internet for just AU$61
By Lucy Scotting published
Act fast — this Tangerine NBN 1000 deal will save you AU$180 in your first year of an ultrafast plan.

Disney Plus confirms ESPN coming on March 26
By Lucy Scotting published
Disney Plus has confirmed that the ESPN hub will launch in Australia and New Zealand on March 26.

New Binge deal lets you get a year of movies and shows for just AU$4.99 a month
By Lucy Scotting published
Binge's March deal will save you a sweet AU$60 off a Basic subscription over 12 months. You'll need to act fast though, as this deal ends on 31 March 2025.

Act fast! Dyson's best two hair tools are currently AU$250 off at Amazon — just AU$1 shy of their all-time lows
By Lucy Scotting published
The Dyson Airstrait and Dyson Supersonic Nural were both down to AU$498 during Black Friday 2024, making this discount the best we’ve seen in 2025.

Confirmed: Max lands Down Under in March, will exclusively screen The Last of Us Season 2
By Lucy Scotting published
Warner Bros. Discovery has finally confirmed the launch date of HBO's streamer, Max, in Australia on March 31, 2025.
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