Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced a $11 million support package to help facilitate mandatory COVID-19 vaccinations for all residential aged care workers.

Lockdown Four, and the COVID-19 situations around the country in Queensland, New South Wales, Northern Territory and Western Australia, have shown us that the pandemic is far from over.  

The Federal Government has announced an expansion of Australia’s Priority Migration Skilled Occupations List (PMSOL) following a collective advocacy campaign from the business community.

The ongoing restrictions in Victoria continue to hamper our hospitality, events and entertainment sectors. This won’t keep happening if we all get vaccinated.

With the end of financial year fast approaching, Pitcher Partners share their insights on the limited-time grants and tax incentives available that businesses and individuals can take advantage of.

The Federal Government has announced assistance for Victorian workers impacted by Lockdown Four with a disaster payment for those who have missed a week of work or more.

The Victorian Chamber welcomes today’s announcement that the Federal Government will provide a one-off disaster payment for vulnerable workers who have been stood down from their jobs or lost casual shifts as a result of the lockdown in Victoria.

The Federal Government has launched a new digital platform, Capability Connection, to help manufacturers and suppliers do business and bolster local supply chains.

The Victorian Chamber welcomes the Federal Government’s ‘Bounce Back’ Budget which will boost the digital economy, skills and jobs, and make the workplace more appealing for women, to assist our recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg MP has unveiled a ‘Bounce Back’ Budget which aims to boost Australia’s economy by creating jobs, improving skills and investing in the digital economy.

Victoria University’s newly-appointed Vice-Chancellor and President discusses what the education institution is doing differently to be hailed Australia’s top ranked university for employability skills.

An interim report has made several business-friendly recommendations which aim to expand the Skilled Migration Program and improve flexibility for employers to take advantage.

Amendments to the Fair Work Act have passed both houses of Federal Parliament, bringing significant changes for the rights of casual workers and the businesses who employ them.

The Federal Government has announced the extension of the apprenticeship wage subsidy program: Boosting Apprenticeship Commencements, better knowns as the BAC Program.

Following the Victorian Chamber’s industry-led submission, the State Government has released the final report of a major enquiry into the post-secondary education and training system.

Businesses are often overwhelmed by the planning, documentation and costs when onboarding new staff. Use this guide to help you implement a holistic and legally compliant process without the headache.