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September 2021

Borrowers to get refunds after Harmoney and Commerce Commission strike deal

September 2, 2021

Nearly 40,000 borrowers who used the Harmoney online lending platform over the past seven years are in for refunds.
The Commerce Commission and the company have struck a $7 million deal over unreasonable fees charged.

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Families struggle more this year than during lockdown last year

September 3, 2021

General Manager of Ngā Tāngata Microfinance discusses the effect of lockdown on financially vulnerable families with Radio Waatea.

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Vicki’s story: “Not having any more debt is the best feeling.”

September 5, 2021

Vicki’s story: A GetControl Loan enabled her to spend more time with her granddaughter.

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