Thank you for choosing to apply for NEIS with New Hunter Business.

New Hunter Business is a consortium of 3 local businesses, all of whom currently work with new and existing small to medium businesses to assist them with practical advice, business training, mentoring and professional referrals. It is our goal to also assist you to establish your business with the aim of achieving financial independence and long-term success.

The Application Process

Complete the application form. This can be done by downloading, printing, filling out and posting an application form to 256 King St, Newcastle NSW 2300

PDF Application Form.
You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to view and print the form. Click here to download it.

Microsoft Word Application Form.
Click here to download Microsoft Word application from.

Your application will be recorded. participant eligibility will be checked against Centrelink's computer and your business eligibility will be assessed.

You will be booked into a NEIS Information Session / or NEIS interview.
Be accepted for NEIS training at the next or most convenient training location.

Further information on NEIS and assistance in completing your application is available from the following Centres within the Hunter Valley.

Newcastle, Port Stephens, Great Lakes & Gloucester
Hunter Business Centre
265 King St, Newcastle
Ph: 4925 7700

Lake Macquarie
Lake Macquarie Small Business Centre
8 Oakdale Road, Gateshead
Ph: 4942 3133

Cessnock, Maitland, Dungog & Upper Hunter
Hunter Region BEC
Cnr Barton & Merthyr Sts, Kurri Kurri
Ph: 4936 2557