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New Melbourne planning guide for business events

The Melbourne Convention Bureau (MCB) has launched its third edition of the popular interactive Melbourne eGuide for conference, meeting and incentive event planners.

01 November 2023

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Chief Executive Update 02 November 2023

The Victorian Chamber is always looking forward and we know workforces are integral to our economic success, which is why we were proud to release our career services policy paper, Boosting Business with Career Services.

02 November 2023

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Knight Frank: Achieving exceptional results in property

With a proven track record established over 125 years locally and abroad, Knight Frank Australia knows property.

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08 November 2023

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Chief Executive Update 09 November 2023

The Reserve Bank of Australia’s announcement of a rates increase cast a gloomy shadow over Tuesday's Melbourne Cup celebrations. The decision will impact both businesses and households, exerting additional pressure on those already struggling to make ends meet. The Chamber is cognisant of this strain and we remain committed to supporting and advocating for measures to alleviate the burden on our members.

09 November 2023

manufacturing

Alstom: Supporting women in train manufacturing

It’s time to pick up the tools and explore the world of train manufacturing with Melbourne Chamber member Alstom on Tool Skills Day 2023.

09 November 2023

economy

Business trusts Chamber in current economic climate

One of Victoria’s biggest business surveys has revealed the Victorian Chamber is the trusted voice of business at a time of significant challenges and opportunities for business in Victoria.

13 November 2023

member stories

Five ways to support Social Enterprise Month

Social enterprises are an innovative breed of businesses that exist to create a fairer and more sustainable world, and the sector is rapidly growing in Australia. Purpose is at the heart of what they do, as they strive to deliver positive social and environmental impact. 

14 November 2023

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Sustainability awards recognise Chamber members

The Victorian Chamber congratulates members and all finalists nominated for the Premier's Sustainability Awards 2023.

15 November 2023

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Work for a viable solution

The WorkCover scheme is broken and no longer fit for purpose. It needs to change in order to survive.

16 November 2023

economy

Challenges and opportunities in today’s economic landscape

Ahead of a special webinar with the Victorian Chamber on 24 November, Australian Retirement Trust Chief Economist Brian Parker offers an insight on how current global economic conditions may impact your business and investments.

16 November 2023

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Chief Executive Update 16 November 2023

We have been closely engaged with Spring Street this week as the Parliament considers new legislation to overhaul Victoria’s archaic WorkCover scheme. The Victorian Chamber continues to advocate strongly for a fair and sustainable scheme that remains accessible to workers and affordable for businesses.

16 November 2023

infrastructure

Industry input sought on local jobs legislation

Businesses can have their say on proposed reforms to the Local Jobs First Act 2003 – Australia’s longest-standing industry participation law.

20 November 2023

education and training

Yarra Trams backs women in trades program

Melbourne Chamber member Yarra Trams’ operator Keolis Downer is linking with North Melbourne Football Club on providing pathways for women into the rail industry.

21 November 2023

education and training

New partnership program to bridge skills gap

A new initiative created with input from the Victorian Chamber is providing a platform for industry to co-design training with TAFEs and dual-sector universities.

22 November 2023

member stories

The art of communicating in a crisis

Today, customers can share negative experiences with the click of a button and company crises regularly go viral. With reputational capital more fragile than ever, how a business handles a crisis can make all the difference, writes York Park Group partner Evelyn Ek.

22 November 2023

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Chief Executive Update 23 November 2023

The Federal Government yesterday announced that more than half a billion dollars’ worth of measures will be dedicated to Australia’s landmark cyber security strategy until 2030, which includes $290.8 million to uplift small and medium businesses, $143 billion to defend critical infrastructure and $129.7 million to build regional cooperation and resilience.

23 November 2023


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