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1/22/2011
Brisbane-Lawyer, Solicitor - Admitted 2005
Category: Australia Law
Satisfied Customers: 14,361
Experience: I did my law degree at the University of Queensland
Verified[QUOTE] what will happen to me if I'm unable to pay this amount? [/QUOTE]
If you are currently receiving Centrelink benefits, they will likely deduct those benefits until the $15,000 is repaid. Provided there was no dishonesty on your part, it is unlikely they would take the matter further than that.
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Edited by Alex on 1/22/2011 at 8:16 PM EST
If you are currently receiving Centrelink benefits, they will likely deduct those benefits until the $15,000 is repaid. Provided there was no dishonesty on your part, it is unlikely they would take the matter further than that.
If my answer has been helpful or informative, please press the Accept button. I am also able to answer further questions after accepting.
Edited by Alex on 1/22/2011 at 8:16 PM EST
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Experience: I did my law degree at the University of Queensland
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