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Stop the eviction: 2 months of rent for Russell's family in Wollongong

A notice to vacate arrived last week. Russell needs $3,800 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Wollongong.

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Russell D. Fuller
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Wollongong
After a car accident that kept me from work for 12 weeks, I fell 2 months behind on rent. Last Thursday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,800. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by December, we must leave. I have two young children 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 extra hours at a market stall, 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 $3,800 goes: • Rent arrears (2 months): $2,350 • Late fees and court costs: $290 • Utilities in arrears: $330 • First month of rent as a buffer: $830 I hope life is good to you. - Russell
due date
2026-11-19
bill type
Rent arrears

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  • Idowu Sade OdukoyaQuestionPhoto verified

    is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Russell!

    • Russell D. FullerOwnerAnswerPhoto verified

      Sure. The biggest one is rent arrears (2 months), $2,350. The rest is in the list at the bottom of the post and I'll upload receipts as I pay each one. Good question.

  • Zoey C. RosePhoto verified

    Good luck. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Love from Surakarta

    • Sending good thoughts, Russell. This could happen to any of us. My husband and I read this together. Blessings.

      • sending good thoughts, Russell. Gave what I could, wish it was more. I'll check back for the next update. Take care.

        • Best of luck. Looking forward to the next update. My neighbor in Manila donated after I showed her your page.

          • You're not alone, Russell. Shared it with a few friends. I went through something like this 4 years ago and strangers helped me out. Love from Thiruvananthapuram.

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