In these trying times, where every trip to the grocery store feels like a financial expedition and the cost-of-living crisis seems to be tightening its grip, it's not uncommon to daydream about a windfall or a forgotten stash of cash that could ease the burden.

Well, for residents of one Aussie state, that daydream might just be a reality waiting to be discovered.

Don't miss out on the chance to learn if you have unclaimed money just waiting to be snagged!


The Western Australian Treasury has recently updated its Register of Unclaimed Money, and it appears there's a veritable treasure trove of $170 million just sitting there, waiting for its rightful owners to claim it.

This isn't monopoly money we're talking about; it's real, hard cash that has accumulated from various sources, including overpaid utility bills, uncollected dividends, rental bond refunds, vehicle licence refunds, and even unclaimed funds from education providers.

Imagine finding out that you have a share in this massive pile of unclaimed money. It could be the difference between just getting by and having a little extra to enjoy life's pleasures, even in these challenging economic times.


The 2024 update to the register has added a staggering 147,000 new records, with individual claims that could be as high as $165,000. That's no small change!

In total, the register now lists 1.2 million IOUs, amounting to more than $170 million.

It's a sum that could make a significant difference in many people's lives, especially for those over 60 who are often managing on fixed incomes.


To find out if you're one of the lucky individuals owed money, the process is straightforward and, best of all, free.

Simply visit wa.gov.au/treasury/unclaimed-money or use the ServiceWA app to check if your name is on the list.

In 2023 alone, more than $2 million was returned to rightful claimants, a testament to the fact that these funds are indeed waiting to be claimed by their owners.


WA Treasurer Rita Saffioti encouraged all Western Australians to take a moment to check the register.

‘The Register of Unclaimed Money continues to grow, and there would be many Western Australians who wouldn't be aware of outstanding money owed to them,’ she stated.

‘It’s very easy to check the register online or via the ServiceWA app, so I encourage all Western Australians to take these simple steps and check if they’re entitled to any of the funds.’

‘Importantly, in Western Australia, there is no time limit to claim funds, and there are no fees charged for returning money to the rightful owners,’ Ms Saffioti added.

The most common types of unclaimed funds are dividends, which make up almost a third of the total pool.

This is followed by driver and vehicle licence refunds from the Department of Transport, utility bill overpayments, and payments to deceased estate beneficiaries.


As Western Australians scramble to see if they're among the lucky ones with unclaimed money in the state treasury's latest update, it's a reminder that significant sums are waiting to be reclaimed nationwide.

Beyond WA, Australians across the country have the potential to unlock billions in unclaimed money and superannuation.

Discovering hidden wealth is easier than you might think and could provide many a substantial financial boost.
We'd love to hear your stories. Have you or someone you know ever discovered unclaimed money? Share your experiences in the comments below, and let's spread the word about this golden opportunity provided by the WA Treasury. It's time to claim what's rightfully yours!