Centrelink needs to stop picking on those of us who have it the hardest and support us.

Debt amount:

$1235

Date debt issued:

Wednesday, 22 June 2016

Has your case been referred to a collection agency?:

Yes

Payment Type:

Disability Support Pension

Appealing Debt?:

Unknown

Tell us about your debt and how has this affected you? e.g. anxiety levels, financial and accommodation stress:

I was born with a life threatening condition X-linked Severe Combined Immune Deficiency Syndrome (SCIDS) which means my immune system does not function correctly and also have bronchiectasis the combination of which leads to a shortened life expectancy and regular medical treatment.
Nevertheless I decided to do my bit and work...

Despite my best efforts Centrelink decided I wasn't disabled and cut off my pension for a total of more than a month, my work credits were not taken into account either, simple mistake on Centrelink be half but was never resolved due to "MARGARET" not picking up the phone after countless attempts to contact her...
Now to add to this, I'm now stuck with a massive debt to Centrelink debt collection, of more than the total I earned during my time as a Green army participant despite trying my hardest to contribute...
Centrelink needs to stop picking on those of us who have it the hardest and support us. This ultimately lead to major depression and financial distress.

I expect compensation of all due funds, I have gone to the media as there are many people in the same situation. I have also taken this to my lawyer.

How do you feel about the way the Government has handled this process?:

Ludicrous! This so called algorithm is clearly faulty, and is targeting the who are most vulnerable.