Malaysian student in Australia thought RM13.8mil given by parents


PETALING JAYA: The Malaysian student in Australia who lived a life of luxury due to a mistaken bank overdraft amounting to A$4.6mil (RM13.8mil) was under the impression that the money came from her “wealthy parents”.  

Christine Jia Xin Lee’s (pic) version of events was revealed in an affidavit obtained by Fairfax Media, the Sydney Morning Herald reported on Sunday.  

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Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 11.12/month

Billed as RM 11.12 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 9.87/month

Billed as RM 118.40 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

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