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Don't let Tevita's family go through the rainy season without electricity

Help Tevita cover an overdue electricity bill so the household stays safe this the rainy season.

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Maia Matagi
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Auckland
The electricity account is 3 months behind. Tevita received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on October unless $600 is paid. He had never been late before July's medical emergency. Tevita called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $155 first, which isn't available. The household includes a disabled brother, and going through the rainy season without electricity isn't safe. The children would have no light to study by. Tevita is working on getting back on his feet, and wants to pay it forward once steady. Every dollar goes to the account in Tevita's name; a copy of the paid bill will be shared in the updates. Where the $600 goes: • Electricity arrears: $360 • Reconnection and late fees: $85 • Down payment on a payment plan: $155 I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen. - Maia
due date
2026-11-01
bill type
Utility arrears
#utilities#shut-off#urgent#emergency

Updates from Maia

  1. Good news. Because of your gifts ($134 in total) I met with the utility company and confirmed the amounts. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

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  • Adel Abdullah SarkisQuestion

    Is there anything that isn't money that would help Tevita?

    • Maia MatagiOwnerAnswerPhoto verified

      Thank you. If you're in Auckland I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great.

  • Araba Badu

    Sending love. Your post was clear and honest. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. All the best.

    • José L. Martínez

      Thinking of you, Maia. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Blessings.

      • Sachin S. KushwahaID verified

        You're not alone. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. It's not much but it's yours. God bless.

        • Ariana S. Ortiz

          Sending strength, Maia. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. All the best.

          • Wafula Paul GithinjiPhoto verified

            Wishing you the best, Maia. It takes guts to ask. Well done. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. God bless.

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