Money advice and survival tips for turbulent times

Many temporary migrants have endured hardship during COVID-19, as found in a recent survey conducted by Unions New South Wales. With 87 per cent of respondents reporting that they had difficulty paying their weekly expenses and 43 per cent skipping meals on a regular basis, we explore some survival tips you may find useful during these turbulent times.

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Highlights

• The National Debt Helpline provides free and confidential financial counselling for those in hardship.
• You can find out about social services you are eligible for via the Ask Izzy online directory.
• You can ask for payment deferrals from your bank if you cannot pay your bills.