Axess Recoveries & Collections

Hardship Assistance

We’re here to help—let’s work together on a solution.

At Axess, we understand that unexpected life events – such as job loss, illness, or family bereavement – can create financial challenges. We are dedicated to supporting affected customers with empathy, fairness, and practical solutions.

Who Qualifies?

You may be eligible if:

  • You’re experiencing genuine hardship due to unemployment, medical issues, natural disasters, or other reasonable causes.
  • You can demonstrate that your situation affects your ability to meet current obligations.
  • You reasonably expect to resume standard repayments after temporary assistance.

Contact Information

You may raise a request for hardship assistance with us in person, over the telephone, by fax, mail, or email, these details are set out below:

Mail Address PO Box 1003 Spring Hill QLD 4004
Telephone (07) 3834 3500
Email compliance@axessrc.com.au

Document Guide

To help us assess your situation quickly, please provide documents relevant to your circumstances. Below is a general guide—contact us if you’re unsure what to submit.

Short Term Unemployed
Long Term Unemployed

You’ve recently lost employment (e.g., redundancy, contract ended) but expect to find work within 3–6 months.

Documents Required:

  • Filled Out Application Form - Can be Downloaded Here.
  • 3 Months Bank Statements -   Shows current financial position.
  • Proof of job loss -    Termination letter/Separation certificate.


If Applicable:

  • 3 Months Rental Receipts -   Proof of rent payments for the last 3 months.
  • Mortgage Statement -   Latest statement from your lender (e.g., bank or mortgage provider).
  • Latest BAS (Business Activity Statement) -   For self-employed or business owners.
  • Centrelink Statement -   Official income summary from Services Australia.
  • Statements from other creditors -   Recent bills/debt notices (e.g., loans, credit cards, utilities).

You’ve been unemployed for 6+ months and face ongoing financial strain.

Documents Required:

  • Filled Out Application Form - Can be Downloaded Here.
  • 3 Months Bank Statements -   Shows current financial position.
  • Statement of reasons -   A brief written explanation of your financial hardship situation and its expected duration.


If Applicable:

  • 3 Months Rental Receipts -   Proof of rent payments for the last 3 months.
  • Mortgage Statement -   Latest statement from your lender (e.g., bank or mortgage provider).
  • Centrelink Statement -   Official income summary from Services Australia.
  • Statements from other creditors -   Recent bills/debt notices (e.g., loans, credit cards, utilities).
  • Utility and other account statements -   Recent electricity, water, phone or internet bills showing your essential living expenses.

Common Hardship Circumstances We Assess

Short Term Medical
Death in the Family
Other Hardships

A temporary illness/injury (e.g., surgery recovery, severe infection) affects your income.

Documents Required:

  • Filled Out Application Form - Can be Downloaded Here.
  • 3 Months Bank Statements -   Shows current financial position
  • Statement of reasons -   A brief written explanation of your financial hardship situation and its expected duration.
  • Doctor’s letter -  Confirms illness duration and work capacity.


If Applicable:

  • 3 Months Rental Receipts -   Proof of rent payments for the last 3 months.
  • Mortgage Statement -   Latest statement from your lender (e.g., bank or mortgage provider).
  • Centrelink Statement -   Official income summary from Services Australia.
  • Statements from other creditors -   Recent bills/debt notices (e.g., loans, credit cards, utilities).
  • Utility and other account statements -   Recent electricity, water, phone or internet bills showing your essential living expenses.

A close family member’s death (e.g., spouse, parent) has caused financial/emotional hardship.

Documents Required:

  • Filled Out Application Form - Can be Downloaded Here.
  • 3 Months Bank Statements -   Shows current financial position
  • Death certificate - Official documentation verifying the passing of an immediate family member


If Applicable:

  • 3 Months Rental Receipts -   Proof of rent payments for the last 3 months.
  • 3 Months Pay Slips  - Recent payment records showing your income history
  • Mortgage Statement -   Latest statement from your lender (e.g., bank or mortgage provider).
  • Centrelink Statement -   Official income summary from Services Australia.

Exceptional circumstances (e.g., natural disaster, domestic violence, COVID-19 impact).

Suggested Documents:

  • Filled Out Application Form - You can download the form Here.
  • 3 Months Bank Statements -   Shows current financial position
  • 3 Months Rental Receipts -   Proof of rent payments for the last 3 months.
  • 3 Months Pay Slips  - Recent payment records showing your income history
  • Mortgage Statement -   Latest statement from your lender (e.g., bank or mortgage provider).
  • Latest BAS (Business Activity Statement) -   For self-employed or business owners.
  • Centrelink Statement -   Official income summary from Services Australia.
  • Statements from other creditors -   Recent bills/debt notices (e.g., loans, credit cards, utilities).
  • Utility and other account statements -   Recent electricity, water, phone or internet bills showing your essential living expenses.
  • Statement of reasons -   A brief written explanation of your financial hardship situation and its expected duration.


If Applicable:

  • Proof of job loss -    Termination letter/Separation certificate.
  • Doctor’s letter -  Confirms illness duration and work capacity.

Frequently Asked Questions

How will your hardship application be assessed?

To ensure we can fully understand your situation and offer proper support, your hardship application will be carefully reviewed by our team. We’ll need to examine the following: 

  1. Your financial situation

    • Income, expenses, assets, and dependants.

    • Duration of hardship (short-term or ongoing).

  2. Supporting documents (examples):

    • Bank statements (last 3 months).

    • Mortgage/rent receipts + utility bills.

    • Medical certificates (if applicable).

This helps us determine whether your difficulties are temporary or longer-term, and what type of assistance would be most suitable for your needs. Please rest assured that once we receive all the required information, your application will be assessed thoroughly and confidentially within 21 days, as required by Australian financial regulations.

If anything is missing or unclear, we’ll contact you promptly to discuss how we can help complete your application. We understand that gathering documents can sometimes be challenging – if you’re having difficulties with any part of this process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our hardship team who can guide you through the requirements.

Notification of outcome

When your application has been assessed and a decision has been made you will be notified whether your application has been successful or not.
If your application has been successful then you will be notified of the terms that will apply during the hardship period such as a moratorium on interest, reduction of payments, or waivers. You will also be notified when the hardship period will end.
If your application has been unsuccessful then you will be notified why it has been unsuccessful.

What if I am unsatisfied with the outcome?

When Axess provides a response to an application we include reasons as to why it has been accepted or rejected and included in the response will be what further avenues are available to you should you disagree with the outcome.