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Thomas

due to this new issue in society, my work place has shut down and there are temporarily no work hours for me, I am casual, so I can not afford I pay my…

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Natasha

Have been still working as a teacher aide in a public school. Supporting the children, teachers, coworkers and the families.

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Nataliya

I work in hospitality industry, in food & beverage. I was stood down this Wednesday because our restaurant was closed until further notice. No income because of that.

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Katherine

My partner and I are both Duty Managers in clubs. We both lost our jobs on Monday. We have recently bought a house and have a maorgae to pay, I'm also 17 weeks…

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Wendy

I have lost my shifts and hours..essential staff only .trying to find another job even with my skill set is a nightmare and I don't qualify for Centrelink?!!

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Bernd

Can't work.i am in isolation and i am a carer for my wife. And i am a delegat for my union. I am doing my best to help members by phone and e mail.

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Alice

I’ve been temporarily stood down from my job due to covid-19 and am unfortunately not eligible for Centrelink. This doesn’t only affect me but it also directly affects my husband as we are…

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