Jared Mullane

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.




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 …


EnergyAustralia ‘No Frills’ Explained

Posted by June 23rd 2022

The No Frills product is no longer available to new customers. Please treat the information below as historical only. EnergyAustralia says the new offer is for customers who want a simple plan with easy to understand …


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Energy regulator proposes increase to Victorian Default Offer

Posted by March 15th 2022

Victorians still paying the default price for power may see their bills increase after the regulator tabled a price rise that reflects future changes to wholesale electricity prices. A draft decision released by the Essential Services …


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What is the cheapest energy supplier?

Posted by September 23rd 2022

Well, if you have the same mentality when it comes to your energy bills, this page cuts right to the chase. Below, you’ll find details of some of the cheapest electricity suppliers in New South …


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Ukraine crisis: Experts warn of rising gas prices to hit Australia

Posted by December 22nd 2023

Australian households already facing higher gas prices are being told to brace for more price hikes after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine sparked concerns from industry experts. It came as domestic contract prices for major gas users, …


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1st Energy now accepting cryptocurrency for bill payments

Posted by March 4th 2022

1st Energy has become Australia’s first power retailer to accept cryptocurrency for bill payments, announcing a new partnership with the world’s largest crypto merchant. From March 4, customers will be able to pay their electricity bills …