It can be expensive to borrow small amounts of money and borrowing may not solve your money problems.
            Check your options before you borrow:
            
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                    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 
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                    Talk to your electricity, gas, phone or water provider to see if you can work out a payment plan 
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                    If you are on government benefits, ask if you can receive an advance from Centrelink: Phone: 13 17 94 
The Government's MoneySmart website shows you how small amount loans work and suggests other options that may help you.
            *This statement is an Australian Government requirement
                under the National Consumer Credit Protection Act 2009.