Beyond Blue's NewAccess program: up to 6 free mental health coaching sessions plus 2 follow-ups for business owners.
Who can apply
Anyone aged 18 or over who owns a small business in any industry, including sole traders. No GP referral is needed.
Not sure this fits your business?
This one is a free program you register for yourself. We'll still flag it on your shortlist, alongside the grants we can apply for on your behalf.
Eligibility quick-check
- Business structure: the listed criteria don't require a company. You'll usually need an active ABN, and often GST registration.
- Location: open Australia-wide, including Victoria.
A quick guide from our reading of the official criteria, not a decision. The funder's guidelines are what count.
Get my free shortlistHow to apply for NewAccess for Small Business Owners
- Check you fit the program's criteria on the official page.
- Register or book through the provider's official site. Free government programs shouldn't ask you to pay to join.
- Have your ABN and a short description of your business ready.
NewAccess for Small Business Owners: common questions
Who can apply for NewAccess for Small Business Owners?
Anyone aged 18 or over who owns a small business in any industry, including sole traders. No GP referral is needed.
How much is NewAccess for Small Business Owners worth?
Free and confidential mental health coaching.
When does NewAccess for Small Business Owners close?
Closes 30 Jun 2027. Late applications are rarely accepted.
Can sole traders apply for NewAccess for Small Business Owners?
The listed criteria don't require a company, so sole traders may be eligible if they meet everything else (for example ABN, location, trading history and industry). Check the guidelines.
Guides
- Grant application help: a step-by-step guide
- Help applying for small business grants in Victoria
- Grant writer in Melbourne and Victoria: costs and options
- Grants for sole traders in Victoria