Greetings from Mildura up on the mighty Murray River where I’m meeting with businesses as part of our series of regional roundtable meetings. It’s been great to get out on the road and engage with members to hear more about the issues impacting business across Victoria.

Infrastructure Victoria (IV) recently published its final advice to the Victorian Government on the future of gas infrastructure in a net zero emissions economy.

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry has reiterated its concerns over the Victorian Government’s Fair Jobs Code.

It’s been a challenging winter, but the end is finally approaching. The days are getting longer and warmer and the AFL Finals, Spring Racing Carnival, Royal Melbourne Show and school holidays are just around the corner. How good will it be to have them back!

The Victorian Government is flagging the ban of specific single-use plastics from sale or supply across the state from 1 February 2023.

The Australian Apprenticeships Incentive System helps foster an inclusive and sustainable economy, ensuring Australians receive quality training while in employment.

Pass the baton because we are ready! If you’ve been watching the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham as enthusiastically as I have, it’s clear that the 2026 Games in Victoria offer massive opportunities for the State that we love.

This week, the Victorian Chamber hosted our first Chamber Change event to celebrate the commencement of our pilot women in business program.

Welcome to the first edition of our new Business First format! I hope you enjoy the content, which we have tailored to your selected interests and preferences. As always, we’d love your feedback.

The Victorian Chamber has welcomed the State Government’s $50 million investment to cut red tape and save Victorian businesses time and money.

A new Monash University Commission inquiry explores how secondary cities can complement central business districts (CBDs) and create positive impacts for society and economy.

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry has pledged to drive more job opportunities for international students to help address critical labour shortages.

The chronic nationwide worker shortage is the biggest obstacle to Australia’s economic recovery. In a globally competitive environment, we need to make sure Australia is renowned as a great place to work, build a career and base your business.

The Victorian Government is launching a new round of the $60 million Small Business Ventilation Program.

Shalindri De Silva had an accounting degree and worked at an audit firm and a multinational bank before getting married in 2008 and starting a family.

The Victorian Chamber welcomes the State Government’s recommendation for businesses to implement their own mask and working from home arrangements as we deal with the current rise in COVID-19 cases and other illnesses.