When a Melbourne couple called a plumber to examine a problem with their hot water service, he told them it was an urgent job that would require upfront payment. | By David Estcourt
When Sharon Zhang and Nicholas Matter noticed a fine mist leaking from their hot water tank in November 2020, they called 247 Local Plumbing.
The Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal compared the conduct to the infamous “fees for no service” scandal in banking.Bricks would need to be removed from the wall, the couple allege Watson told them. He would have to come back the next day with another plumber to get it done. It was such a large job, he told them, that they would have to pay the $2756 fee in advance.
Australia Latest News, Australia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Buddy battles but has the last laugh as Swans winBayley Fritsch won the battle, but Lance Franklin won the war. The two goalkicking aces had games counterposing their team’s.
Read more »
Oscar Piastri confirms he will race for McLaren in 2023Australian Oscar Piastri will race for McLaren next season, taking over from his compatriot Daniel Ricciardo, after the British team won the battle to sign him.
Read more »
Fan's delight moments after Kyrgios meltdownNick Kyrgios ruined his racquet out of frustration. Moments later a fan couldn't believe his luck! 🤗 9WWOS
Read more »
Special Ks breeze through to third roundThey sent down 12 aces to win in straight sets
Read more »
Aussie stunned by knockout as title path faltersThe home crowd did wonders for Ciryl Gane against Tai Tuivasa. UFC
Read more »