Editorial and Research Teams

Nina is Canstar’s Editor-in-Chief and heads up a team of talented content creators who empower readers find the right product and take greater control of their finances. Nina has written countless articles about finance and has been interviewed on finance topics by media organisations including The Australian, Realestate.com.au, Domain, the Herald Sun and the Sydney Morning Herald.

Nina has an intimate knowledge of the media landscape as she’s worked as a journalist and has been responsible for the publicity needs of leading radio stations and television networks, including Channel 9. She is also an accomplished social media operator and content strategist and has coached dozens of brands on the most effective ways to create compelling content, and develop and leverage their channels.

Previously Nina founded her own agency where she provided content and communications support to clients around Australia for eight years. She also worked at a communications agency where she supported dozens of clients, including Vodafone, Coca-Cola Amatil and BMW. She has written for and been interviewed by countless media organisations including the Australian Financial Review, Herald Sun and The Australian.

When she’s not brainstorming ways to better serve readers, she’s raising two money-savvy tweens, searching for the perfect book club and responsibly indulging her love of thrift shopping (which involves an unhealthy love of pink homewares). Nina has a Bachelor of Journalism and a Bachelor of Arts with a double major in English Literature from the University of Queensland. She’s also an experienced presenter, and has hosted numerous events and YouTube series.

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Brooke Cooper is Canstar’s Finance Editor, leading the team’s coverage of home loans, consumer finance, and economics. With years of specialist experience, she dedicates herself to helping Australian households feel empowered about managing their money.

Her work and expertise have appeared across a variety of comparison industry sites and media outlets including Yahoo Finance, ABC Radio, and The Motley Fool.

Brooke holds a Bachelor of Communication, specialising in journalism and international studies, from Charles Sturt University. When she’s not keeping a close eye on the RBA cash rate or property trends, she loves getting out into nature, picnicking in the park with her dog, and window shopping in antique stores.

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Tara is Canstar’s Managing Editor for Utilities and Finance, leading the team that focuses on energy, telecommunications and consumer technology, across news, reviews and how-tos. Tara has spent more than a decade covering these topics in Australia, the US and Canada, which means she’s written about countless product launches and industry changes, including the rise of 5G, Australia’s ongoing NBN rollout, the recent years of energy price volatility and the rise of renewable energy sources.

Tara also has long experience in writing within the comparison industry, giving her great insights into the information consumers want when determining which plan or device will best meet their needs, while time spent in the financial sector before turning her talent to content lets her crunch the numbers on price with ease. Tara leads the coverage of Canstar ratings and awards for the internet and phone sectors and is an expert at advising consumers on how to use comparison tools to find the best power, internet or phone deal.

Her expertise has seen her appear in national media including 9 News, 7 News, Sunrise, the ABC and The Sydney Morning Herald. Tara has been nominated for multiple awards for her technology reporting, including Canstar’s highly commended recognition for Best Consumer Technology Coverage in 2024.

Tara 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.

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Meagan is Canstar’s Consumer Editor, where she leads the Consumer team’s coverage of home appliances, groceries, retail and more. Meagan also helps produce our famed Star Ratings, giving consumers the power to make better purchasing decisions across a wide range of products.

Meagan has more than a decade’s experience in news and content and has worked for some of Australia’s largest media organisations, including Bauer Media and Seven West Media. As a journalist and editor, she has covered news and politics, entertainment, lifestyle and food and is driven by the need to deliver readers with interesting information that both informs and empowers.

Meagan has a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism from the Queensland University of Technology. When she’s not working, you’ll find her wrangling her two young children or hiding in bed with a book.

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Alasdair is Canstar’s Deputy Finance Editor, specialising in home loans, property and lifestyle topics. He has written more than 200 articles for Canstar and his work is widely referenced by other publishers and media outlets, including Yahoo Finance, The New Daily, The Motley Fool and Sky News. He has featured as a guest author for property website homely.com.au. In his more than 15 years working in the media, Alasdair has written for a broad range of publications. Before joining Canstar, he was a News Editor at Pedestrian.TV, part of Australia’s leading youth media group. His work has also appeared on ABC News, Junkee, Rolling Stone, Kotaku, the Sydney Star Observer and The Brag. He has a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) and a Bachelor of Arts with a major in Journalism from the University of Queensland. When he is not writing about finance for Canstar, Alasdair can probably be found at the beach with his two dogs or listening to podcasts about pop music.

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Emma Bradstock is Canstar’s Senior Finance and Utilities Writer, which means she covers all things internet- and phone-related, from news about the latest smartphone releases to 5G guides, hot NBN deals and mobile and internet industry news. Her specialist area is in-depth handset reviews, in which she puts new phones to the test to determine whether their specs add up to value for money. Emma also leads Canstar’s ratings for the tech sector and plays a key role in presenting Canstar’s internet and phone ratings and awards to readers.

Emma’s passionate about helping consumers find a better deal on their phone and internet plans, along with explaining hard-to-understand topics and identifying products worth purchasing so Aussies can buy with confidence. Her experience in creating content for websites, social media, in email and on video allows her to provide this info for consumers in plenty of formats and on multiple platforms – handy when the topic is particularly tricky.

Emma’s reporting was recognised in the team’s nomination for Best Consumer Technology Coverage in 2024.

Emma has a Bachelor of Arts in Communications and Media from Macquarie University and over a decade of professional writing experience at print and digital media outlets and for digital agencies.

When she isn’t focused on telco content, you’ll find Emma cooking up a storm or sewing her latest quilt while listening to history podcasts and heavy metal, or maybe just binge-watching her favourite shows (she has a soft spot for streaming, especially fantasy, sci-fi and all things Marvel).

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As a Senior Energy and Finance Journalist at Canstar, Kevin’s specialty lies in the comprehensive and concise coverage of all things electricity, gas and solar. With a Bachelor of Journalism and a Bachelor of Economics and International Relations from the University of Queensland, Kevin strives to demystify the ever-evolving energy sector for Aussies, familiarising them with the unfamiliar. He also has half a decade of experience in the comparison industry and as a professional content writer across numerous publications and digital agencies.

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Harry is Canstar’s Senior Finance Writer. He’s a money nerd who's been working in the finance comparison industry since completing a Bachelor of Economics from the University of Queensland. He has written hundreds of finance articles, and his work has been featured in publications like The Guardian and Your Investment Property magazine. He’s also made several guest appearances on podcasts and radio discussing the latest economic and product news. Harry has also completed RG146 (Tier One), qualifying him to offer general financial advice in areas including investing and insurance.

Harry’s an enthusiastic chess player and reads too many history books, while his moods are unreasonably tied to the performances of Liverpool FC.

Nick is Canstar’s Finance Writer, providing assistance to Canstar’s Editorial Team in its mission to empower consumers to take control of their finances. Coming from a screenwriting background, Nick completed a Bachelor of Film, Television and New Media Production from Queensland University of Technology. Nick has also completed RG 146 (Tier 1), making him compliant to provide general advice for general insurance products like car, home, travel and health insurance, as well as giving him knowledge of investment options such as shares, derivatives, futures, managed investments, currencies and commodities. Nick’s role at Canstar allows him to combine his love of the written word with his interest in finance, having learned the art of share trading from his late grandfather. Nick strives to deliver clear and straightforward content that helps the everyday consumer navigating the world of finance. Nick is also working on a TV series in his spare time.

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Jasmine is a Consumer Writer within Canstar’s Editorial Team. Jasmine graduated from the Queensland University of Technology with a Bachelor of Fine Arts, majoring in Creative Writing with a minor in Communications. Jasmine has previously edited for a variety of publications including ScratchThat magazine and Seaglass Literary. When Jasmine isn’t working, you can usually find her reading or spending time with her friends and family.

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Joshua Sale is Canstar’s Group Manager for the Research and Product Data departments, overseeing the teams responsible for the collection and maintenance of product information data, the calculation of Canstar’s Star Ratings and Awards, and the timely delivery of media insights.

Under Joshua’s leadership, the data curated and analysed by his teams not only fuel Canstar’s comparison websites across Australia and New Zealand but also powers Canstar View, a crucial database for Australia’s major financial institutions. His role includes steering the team responsible for delivering more than 60 annual award releases across Australia and New Zealand, and ensuring Canstar’s reputation as a leader in financial product comparison and expert industry analysis is continually reinforced.

Since joining Canstar in 2016, Joshua has held a number of roles including Senior Research Analyst, Ratings Manager, and media spokesperson, making him adept at demystifying the complexities of financial markets and products for a broad audience. He has been featured in prominent media outlets like the Australian Financial Review, news.com.au, and Money magazine, offering balanced, informed views on a range of financial topics.

Joshua has a passion for educating and empowering consumers and peers alike. His goal is to enhance financial literacy and decision-making, using his extensive knowledge and the power of data to guide Australians in navigating their personal finance journeys.

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Keely Robinson is the Research Manager in Canstar’s Research department, leading the team behind Canstar’s Star Ratings, Awards, and consumer research program. Her role sits at the intersection of data, finance, and consumer insight — she and her team own the ratings methodologies and the statistical models that power them, the data infrastructure underpinning both expert and consumer research, and the communications that translate it all into something genuinely useful for Australian consumers.

Keely’s background reflects that same range. She holds a Bachelor of Business (Finance and Marketing) with Distinction from QUT, where she gravitated toward consumer research for its analytical depth. She joined Canstar as a Graduate Research Analyst in 2020 and has worked across wealth and insurance as an analyst and lead analyst before stepping into her current role.

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Tom Pownall is a Research Analyst within Canstar’s research team, where he contributes to the development and delivery of Star Ratings and Awards. With a major in Finance, and minors in Economics and Accounting, Tom brings a results-driven approach to his work, combining analytical skills and a passion for financial markets and products.

Since joining Canstar in 2024, Tom has applied his education, training, and background to contribute to the evaluation and comparison of financial products in areas such as International Share Trading, ETFs, and Superannuation. He is committed to enhancing methodologies that drive Canstar’s Star Ratings and Awards, striving to ensure results are of a meticulously high standard, with the ultimate goal of empowering consumers to confidently find the right product from them.

Tom’s dedication to continuous learning and innovation keeps him at the forefront of product trends and updates, while building on his technical skills in SQL, Python, and data analytics.

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Grace Kinross works as part of Canstar’s Research team, overseeing customer ratings across a wide range of products and services. With a double major in Marketing and Business Analytics, she brings expertise in consumer research, survey design, and data analysis.

Since joining Canstar in 2025, as a Casual Research Assistant, Grace has progressed into her current role, managing the research that informs Canstar’s consumer ratings and awards. She is passionate about uncovering the insights and factors that shape consumer attitudes and behaviour, using this knowledge to help customers make well-informed decisions.

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Fin works across a range of financial and utility product areas as part of Canstar’s Research team, with a particular interest and expertise in the Energy and Lending markets. He contributes to the development of Canstar’s Expert Ratings and Awards by analysing product features, pricing trends and market movements.

Holding a Bachelor of Economics (International Trade and Finance) from the University of Queensland, Fin combines strong analytical capability with a passion for helping consumers make better-informed decisions. He closely monitors regulatory shifts and product developments, translating complex datasets into clear insights that support transparency and consumer confidence.

Ellie Cross is a Research Analyst at Canstar who is involved in the development and delivery of the company’s Star Ratings and Awards. Since joining Canstar in 2026, Ellie has used her Finance major and technical experience to bring an objective, evidence-based approach to evaluating complex financial products and markets.

Ellie’s work is centered on a singular goal: providing everyday individuals with the perspective they need to select the right financial products for their future and save money.

With a background in Telecommunications and Financial Planning, Luke brings a breadth of experience to his mainly insurance based portfolio of Star Ratings and Awards. Returning to university to complete his Bachelor during Covid, Luke is passionate about delivering actionable data to assist Australians in making informed financial decisions. Luke is delighted to discuss the minutia of each product he researches, determined to fully comprehend the details. He revels in improving efficiency, adopting new technologies and methods to better achieve high quality results.

Luke values expertise in all forms and is excited to have found a group of like minded individuals in the Canstar Research Department.

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Jeremy Cooper-Williams joined Canstar’s Ratings Team as a Research Analyst in March 2026. With a natural curiosity for how the world works, Jeremy was drawn to economics and finance early on, and now channels that into evaluating banking and financial products to help determine Canstar’s Star Ratings and product awards.

He enjoys the collaborative nature of the Ratings Team and the opportunity to uncover insights that help everyday Australians make smarter financial decisions.

Michael Jones is a Research Communications Specialist within Canstar’s Research team, where he draws on his journalism degree to translate the team’s analyses and methodologies into clear, accessible content for Canstar audiences.

Michael joined Canstar as a casual Data Assistant in 2023 and, after graduating, transitioned into his current role, helping shape Canstar’s evolving Research Communications function and working closely with analysts, Marketing and Editorial to turn the data behind Canstar’s Star Ratings and Awards into consumer-ready insights.

A keen adopter of new tools and technologies, Michael enjoys improving efficiency and trialling new approaches to surface Canstar’s research.