'start today . . . do it with passion.'

How does it all work?

Step 1: Apply online start below

Step 2: Sarina Russo Business Solutions Coach arranges for an interview or further information.

Step 3: If eligible, you will be offered a place in the next available Course. Alternately you may be offered a place in Exploring Being My Own Boss Workshop.

Step 4: Commence 4-5 weeks practical training on developing your business plan along with being enrolled in the Cert IV New Small Business Certificate course.

Step 5: Once your business plan is approved, and you have signed your agreement, you work with your Business Solutions Coach to build your business over the following 12 months.

Start your application here!

If you are in full time education or training, you may not be eligible for the program. For further information please call 13 15 59.

Do you have Australian work eligibility? *

Business Eligibility
In order to be eligible for New Business Assistance with NEIS, your business:

must not currently be operating in a commercial basis.
must be independent, be capable of withstanding public scrutiny, and be lawful.
must be assessed as commercially viable.
must not be based on the purchase of takeover of an existing business.
must be able to successfully participate in training.
must not be competing directly with existing business.
must be established, located, and operated solely within Australia.
must be able to obtain insurance.

Do you satisfy the above requirements?

Business Questionnaire
Information provided will form part of our assessment process when reviewing your application. All information provided will be strictly confidential and managed in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 as amended (CWLTH). To be eligible you must satisfy ALL criteria.

Personal Eligibility
In order to be eligible for New Business Assistance
with NEIS, you:
must not be in full-time employment, education or training.
must be eligible to work in Australia.
must be at least 18 years of age at the date of commencement.
must be able to successfully participate in training.
must be able to work.
not not be an undischarged bankrupt.
must not have received New Business Assistance in the last three years.
must be able to pass a police check if required.

Please take your time to complete this questionnaire with as much detail as you can.

First Name*

Last Name*

Email*

Phone*

Date of birth*

Address*

Street Address City State / Province / Region

Postcode*

Provide a summary of your business idea*

What is your motivation for starting a business*

Where are you planning to operate your business? (e.g. Home or commercial premises)*

How are you going to sell your products and/or services? Options include; wholesale, retail, online, market stalls,*

Who are your likely customers?*

Have you sold any of these products and/or services to test the market?*

Do you require any licences or permits to run your business?*

Do you currently have the required qualifications to operate this business?*

Do you have an active ABN?*

Have you operated this business through New Business Assistance with NEIS before? *

Do you have all the equipment required to operate this business?*

What will your start-up costs be, and how are you going to pay for them? Some costs include but are not limited to: business registration, insurance, any additional equipment, stock & marketing? (Just a total sum here is fine.)*

Considering your start up costs will you need to borrow funds to start your business?*

Is a Working With Children Police Check required for you to operate your business type?*

Will you be able to secure insurance for your business?*