Debt

[Kamilaroi74]

Hi AGL

I need support to help pay my outstanding debt. Covid and current life situation is negative. I have applied for disability pension, been diagnosed with lung disease and currently being accused by my doctors of 10 years of trespassing..Medical negligence because I am from  poverty and lower socio economic position. Being Aboriginal makes it even more difficult. I have had discrimination all my life. Im am.tired and can't process my financial  position. I need help. 

[Lester]

I'm sure AGL would have such support for all Australians doing it tough, payment plans etc.

Hopefully someone from AGL will come along and reply soon.

But it sound like you might need further help outside their ability.

Being indigenous, don't you have free of charge, legal / counselling / health type services local to you ?

I'm sure you have local assistance specifically to help you in negotiating these sorts of matters, and probably help you in future with advice in any matter in life you find hard.

I just did a search (which was for > aboriginal help services in states), Google AI reply has this . . . "Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in Australia have access to a variety of support services, including crisis support, legal aid, health services, and family support. These services are often delivered by Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations and aim to be culturally safe and community-led. "

And below that AI response there are legal services listed for every state.

13YARN (139276) is a phone support service for aboriginal people covering almost all possible needs, that might be a good start, and they can direct you to somewhere local in your area / state.

Hope you find that support and get back to positive territory.

[SYED_AGL]

Hi @Kamilaroi74 

Thanks so much, @Lester, for your continued support in helping the community — especially in finding better solutions and guiding people in the right direction. Your efforts truly make a meaningful difference.

@Kamilaroi74  I’m truly sorry to hear about your experience. We take the well-being of our vulnerable community members very seriously, and I want to ensure we do everything we can to support you.

When you have a moment, please send us your account details via private message. I’ll personally look into your situation and see what arrangements we can make regarding your payments.

Thank you for reaching out — you’re not alone in this.

SYED