Jared Mullane

Jared Mullane Jared Mullane has worked as an energy specialist for several years and has been cited by various media outlets ranging from 9News, the ABC, The New Daily and 2GB. He holds a Bachelor of Journalism from Griffith University and worked in the comparison industry for over half a decade.


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Ready, set, go: AGL pilots electric vehicle subscription service

Posted by May 26th 2021

AGL has launched a first-of-its-kind electric vehicle (EV) subscription service, removing the need for customers to own their own cars. Motorists in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane will have four EV subscription tiers to choose from, each …


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How Origin customers can earn $250 for reducing energy usage

Posted by June 16th 2022

Origin has launched an energy-saving program that rewards customers with cash for using less power during peak demand periods. Up to $250 a year in PayPal cash and gift cards is on offer through ‘Spike’, an …


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Water Meters Explained

Posted by June 16th 2022

Is your home the type that needs its own dam to keep up with water demands, or is water used sparingly in your household? Whether you’re taking a shower or washing the dishes, we all …


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Cheaper energy bills coming to Victorians living in apartments

Posted by December 29th 2020

Cheaper energy bills are coming to Victorians living in embedded networks, such as some apartments, caravan parks and retirement villages, thanks to reforms introduced by the state government in 2019. The Victorian Default Offer or VDO …


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Water Rates in Sydney

Posted by August 15th 2022

Sydneysiders are blessed with some of Australia’s cleanest water, most of which is sourced naturally from Lake Burragorang at Warragamba. From here, water undergoes stringent testing and is filtered to ensure water quality is of …


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Why you may not be able to call your energy company right now

Posted by November 30th 2022

With much of Australia – and the world – now in self-isolation due to coronavirus, many businesses have been adversely impacted and staff have been sent home to work where possible. Energy companies are no …



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Dodgy door-to-door sales cost Alinta Energy $280,000

Posted by July 5th 2022

Alinta Energy has been penalised $280,000 after its door-to-door sales agents were alleged to have switched Victorians onto contracts without each customer’s explicit informed consent. Victoria’s energy watchdog issued Alinta Energy with 14 penalty notices for …


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Red Energy accelerates into electric vehicle market

Posted by February 13th 2024

Red Energy has announced it will provide free electricity to electric vehicle owners every weekend to charge their cars. The ‘Red EV Saver’ will offer two hours of free electricity usage charges between midday and 2pm …


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A Beginner’s Guide to Electric Cars

Posted by November 2nd 2023

Are electric cars the future of motoring? Learn about model types, batteries, charging stations, technology & more with Canstar Blue’s guide.