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Stop the eviction: 5 months of rent for Faith's family in Wollongong

After a long illness, Faith is 5 months behind on rent and has a notice to vacate from the landlord.

🇦🇺 Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia2,780 views
Faith Knight
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Wollongong
When my hours were cut in half in March, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Monday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,750. 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 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 $3,750 goes: • Rent arrears (5 months): $2,650 • Late fees and court costs: $115 • Utilities in arrears: $260 • First month of rent as a buffer: $725 Thanks for being kind about this.
due date
2025-07-02
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Faith

  1. Quick update: $838 raised so far (22%). the first invoice got paid this week. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  2. 7% there. the plan for rent arrears is now scheduled. Thank you.

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  • Lúcia Júlia Fernandes

    Thinking of you and your family, Faith. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Don't give up. Thinking of Wollongong

    • Liam L. Obrien

      thinking of you, Faith. Shared this with my family. Love from Gwagwalada

      • Levi T. Wagner

        You're not alone, Faith. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Thinking of Wollongong.

        • Daniel Langley

          hope things get better soon. Your post was clear and honest. It's not much but it's yours. Greetings from Dhaka

          • Swapna G. DesaiPhoto verified

            Thinking of you, Faith. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Take care.

            • Sarah F. Berry

              Rooting for you. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry.

              • Jitra Saowaluk Sukhum

                shared this with my family. After 10 years in social work I know how hard it's to ask for anything. All the best

                • Anand L. Anand

                  rooting for you, Faith. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. I hope June is when things finally get easier. Thinking of Wollongong.

                  • Neema Winnie Kimani

                    Hope things get better soon. I hope things turn around soon. I'm in customer support myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you.

                    • Dalia Ines Badawi

                      Thinking of you, Faith. Gave what I could, wish it was more

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