Jared Mullane

Jared Mullane was a content producer and editor at Canstar Blue for three years until 2022, most recently as Energy Editor. He holds a Bachelor of Journalism from Griffith University.


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What is the best solar panel angle for your home?

Posted by April 24th 2023

Are you considering solar panel installation for your home? One of the most crucial decisions you'll make when it comes to generating power from the sun is selecting the optimal angle for your solar panels. …


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How are electricity prices set?

Posted by October 3rd 2024

We all complain about electricity bills, but how do the electricity providers determine the rates they charge? Find out at Canstar Blue.


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Energy Locals reassures Aussies they’re not going anywhere

Posted by March 31st 2023

Energy Locals has reassured its customers that the Melbourne-based retailer is not going anywhere despite global and domestic events sending shockwaves across the industry. Not only did the provider give a summary of what’s driving up …



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How to get free electricity everyday with GloBird Energy

Posted by September 23rd 2022

Aussie-owned provider GloBird Energy is giving Victorians two hours of free electricity everyday as part of its latest ‘Free Lunch’ product. Between the hours of noon and 2pm each day, residential customers with an eligible smart …


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Best Beard Oils Australia

Posted by August 29th 2023

While it may be news to some; the origins of beard oil can be traced back to Ancient Babylon and it has been used throughout history by the Greeks, Romans, and Vikings. So, whether you’re …



EnergyAustralia Total Plan Review

EnergyAustralia Total Plan Review

Posted by June 23rd 2022

EnergyAustralia’s new Total Plan has fixed rates and no conditional discounts. Does this make it better or worse value than other plans on the market? Find out at Canstar Blue.


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Wesfarmers locks in renewables to power stores in Queensland

Posted by March 31st 2022

Retail conglomerate Wesfarmers has locked in a new long-term renewable electricity purchase agreement for 147 of its Queensland stores, Greenpeace Australia Pacific announced. It means that select Bunnings, Kmart, Target and Officeworks sites across the Sunshine …


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Two retailers fined $2M for allegedly missing energy efficiency targets

Posted by March 18th 2022

Failing to meet energy efficiency obligations has cost two Victorian retailers almost $2 million in penalties, the state regulator alleges. Blue NRG and People Energy allegedly ‘failed to surrender enough certificates to offset their liability’ in …