I tell ya, this kinda situation really ****************s me.

I would never in a million years dream of conducting my affairs in such a manner, yet these ********bags prey on innocent albeit slightly naive people and consistently get away with it. It's about time someone somewhere, at some authoritive body did something. To do nothing and say "oh well - sorry we can't do anything" is not the appropriate response. "Oh well" is not good enough in my book, not good enough by a long shot. If you can't do anything, then what exactly is your purpose? These pricks thrive while the regulatory authorities sit on their arses. They are quick enough to grab us ordinary decent folk by the short and curlies and make our live difficult at every opportunity. I had enough of these ********bags and shysters, get a life and contribute something to society or F'oFF.

Renzo - don't let this go mate. Find a way to get these SOB's. My other suggestion is to get in touch with your state and or federal member of parliament and explain your situation. I for one would gladly join your cause as would others on this forum no doubt. Get some friends from your constituency to also complain as these politicans start to take note when several disgruntled voters express disatisfaction. Cause an absolute stink, you will never see your money again but at least you can make life as difficult as possible.

Best of luck, if i can help i will.

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