Warning about borrowing
*This statement is an Australian Government requirement under the National Consumer Credit Protection Act 2009 [1].
Important Financial Notice
It can be expensive to borrow small amounts of money and borrowing may not solve your money problems. Check your options before you borrow [1]:
Before taking out any credit contract, evaluate if your current debt habits can be consolidated, optimized, or settled through alternative government programs.
Alternative Financial Pathways
- ✓ For information about other options for managing bills and debts, ring 1800 007 007 from anywhere in Australia to talk to a free and independent financial counsellor [1].
- ✓ Talk to your electricity, gas, phone or water provider to work out a payment plan [1].
- ✓ If you are on government benefits, ask for an advance from Centrelink: www.humanservices.gov.au/advancepayments [1].