Readers share their experiences of receiving other people's mail

Receiving Other People's Mail: Readers Share Their Experiences

Readers have shared their stories about the impact of receiving mail that is not theirs, from feeling "harassed" to experiencing fraudulent activity.

The issue often arises when receiving mail meant for a previous homeowner or renter, with some people continuing to receive someone else's bills and letters even years after moving in.

It is illegal to throw out mail intended for someone else, and only authorized postal services, such as Australia Post, have the authority to dispose of mail. They recommend continuing to return the mail to the sender.

From feeling "harassed" to fraudulent activity, this is what you had to say about how receiving mail that is not yours has impacted your life.

Australia Post recommends returning the mail to the sender, and readers have shared their stories about the issue, highlighting the need for a solution.

Author's summary: Readers share experiences of receiving other people's mail.

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ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation) ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation) — 2025-10-26

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