Get Prepared
To help you prepare, here are some tips:
- Applicants must be aged over 35 at the time of application.
- The applicant must have worked within their current business or organisation for a minimum of 2 years.
- To be eligible, the business or employer must be located within the Greater Bendigo Local Government Area.
- The application must be completed by the nominated individual.
- Nomination or application in a business category does not automatically qualify an individual for an individual category.
- Additional category-specific criteria apply.
Other helpful pointers:
- Past applicants have found the application process and self-reflection it requires to be rewarding and inspiring, and have recommended having your whole team involved in the process.
- Our Judges are looking for concise answers that are relevant, accurate, and honest. They are wanting to get an understanding of the business principles, philosophies, and practices. They also want a sense of how the business became successful, and your plans and vision for the future.
- Make sure you allocate a reasonable amount of time to focus on your application.
- Make sure you read the question and give specific answers to each one.
- Write your submission in a word document or similar before submitting to ensure you have a backup copy.
- Be honest in your answers.
- Proofread your application before submitting it.