Thanks for the info guys/gals,
I spoke to the ATO and they basicaly told me that I couldn't claim if I paid before.
I understand that you have to pay at least the deposit before you start, as with the 2k recruiting fee. However if they charge the remainder after you start with then I suppose we can claim that.
If anyone has recent experience with this that would be great.
I know that some people get different advice from accountants etc that may not always be right, depends on interpretation, state etc.
Cheers