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Keep a roof over Thomas's head in Sydney
The loss of a second income left Thomas short on rent for 2 months; help us stay in our home.
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When the packaging plant closed in April, I fell 2 months behind on rent. Last Thursday a termination letter was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $2,700.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by June, we must leave.
I have a toddler and a baby at home. Moving isn't just an expense - it would mean new schools, a new commute and no deposit to put down anywhere else.
I have started working two part-time jobs, and I'm applying for help from local services, but nothing will arrive in time without the rest of the gap covered here.
Funds go to the landlord and nowhere else. Any amount left over after the arrears are cleared will go toward next month's rent.
Where the $2,700 goes:
• Utilities in arrears: $260
• Rent arrears (2 months): $2,150
• Late fees and court costs: $290
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
- Thomas
- due date
- 2026-06-15
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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Take care, Thomas. Looking forward to the next update.
Sending love, Thomas. Hope this works out for you. After 8 years in social work I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Greetings from Dublin.
Sending good thoughts. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Wish I lived closer to Derry so I could bring a meal. Love from Rawalpindi.
Thinking of you and your family. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Love from Saint-Denis.
sending love, Thomas. Looking forward to the next update. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected.