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

The average Aussie household pays $84p/m for NBN, which is way too much IMHO
By Lucy Scotting published
A new ACCAN report reveals that Aussies are spending more than 5% of their household income on their internet plans. Here are 3 plans I'd recommend to maximise your savings.

Tangerine NBN review
By Lucy Scotting last updated
Tangerine Telecom's biggest sell is its low-cost NBN plans, but does that mean a cheap overall service?

Vodafone requests ACCC investigation into Telstra's 'misleading' network coverage claims
By Lucy Scotting published
Vodafone has urged the ACCC to investigate Telstra for misleading network coverage, according to a new report.

Mother's Day gift ideas 2025: great presents to make mum smile on her special day
By Lucy Scotting last updated
Mother's Day is a few weeks away, but there's no time like the present to score your mum an awesome gift, especially before the big day arrives.

TPG NBN review
By Max Langridge, Lucy Scotting last updated
The TPG group is Australia's second-largest telco, but how does its main brand, TPG, compare to other NBN providers?

Like a true champion, Mate just dropped a Flamin' Fast NBN plan with some neat perks
By Lucy Scotting published
Want to save on your NBN 1000 plan? Mate's ultrafast offering has got you covered, at just AU$90p/m using our exclusive code.

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 6 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
50% OFF Use these 10 tried & tested Amazon Australia discount codes on your next order to maximise your savings.

Optus Discount Codes
By Lucy Scotting last updated
50% OFF Try these 11 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 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.

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.
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