Being evicted? Can you share your story or photo?
24/04/2020
Although there is a moratorium on evictions in NSW, it won't stop all evictions for all renters – see our explainer on the eviction moratorium here.
At this stage, the moratorium doesn't provide any real protection from evictions for 'no grounds', nor does it protect people already facing eviction for reasons other than rental arrears.
We know that renters affected by the COVID-19 crisis have already been evicted, and will continue to be – unless the government resolves these issues.
This is why, now more than ever, it's important to share your story. If you are facing eviction and you are willing to speak publicly, please fill in our 'media champions' form. We may not be able to tell everyone's story, but if possible we will be in touch. We regularly receive requests from journalists to be put in contact with tenants who are willing to speak publicly. We also regularly meet with politicians who ask us to provide case studies.
We need to show what is really happening to renters in order to stop these evictions.
Professional photojournalist Glenn Lockitch (who is also a tenant) has begun a project of documenting renters who are evicted due to the COVID-19 crisis. He writes:
We encourage you to contact us if you are willing to be photographed, or contact Glenn directly at facebook.com/glenn.lockitch or glennlockitchphotography.net
If you are facing eviction, or other tenancy difficulties, due to COVID-19 please also check out our Renters' Guide to COVID-19 Virus & Renting. If you need advice, please contact your local Tenants' Advice and Advocacy Service. Also find out more about your general tenancy rights under Tenancy info.
