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Gas shut-off notice: help Robert pay $500
A disconnection notice for gas arrived and Robert needs $500 before March.
🇦🇺 Victoria, Australia1,557 views
The gas account is 2 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on March unless I pay $500. I have never been late before an unexpected car repair.
I called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $165 first, which I don't have.
I live with an elderly mother, and going through the cold months without gas isn't safe. Without it we can't refrigerate insulin and food, or keep the house at a safe temperature.
I'm working on getting back on my feet, and will pay forward whatever help I can once I'm steady.
Every dollar goes to the account in Robert's name; a copy of the paid bill will be shared in the updates.
Where the $500 goes:
• Heating arrears: $240
• Reconnection and late fees: $170
• Down payment on a payment plan: $90
Thank you for reading my story.
- due date
- 2026-02-23
- bill type
- Utility arrears
Updates from Robert
Thank you all. We're at 53% now ($267). I'm honestly stunned. I met with the utility company and confirmed the amounts.
Quick update: $207 raised so far (41%). we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
Quick update: $125 raised so far (25%). we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
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Shared it with a few friends. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Love from Corpus Christi.
Hope it all works out, Robert. Looking forward to the next update. Thinking of Geelong.
Hang in there, Robert. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps