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Melbourne visitor economy set to prosper

The City of Melbourne is anticipating a thriving visitor economy over the coming months after promising signs the city is bouncing back.

27 September 2022

workplace relations

Effectively consulting with employees

Genuine consultation with employees helps employers demonstrate an open and transparent approach to managing change, build trust with the workforce and meet legal obligations.

26 September 2022

tourism and events

Asia-Pacific Chambers to meet in Melbourne

Victoria’s events calendar will receive another boost when the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry delivers the 36th annual Confederation of Asia-Pacific Chambers of Commerce and Industry (CACCI) Conference at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) on 28-29 November.

26 September 2022

tourism and events

Dining and entertainment program returns

Victorians can enjoy the best dining and entertainment this Spring and receive money in return as they support hardworking businesses across the State.

20 September 2022

health safety and wellbeing

Reducing the risk of falls in the workplace

A recent decision by the Melbourne County Court highlights the importance of employers managing fall-from-height risks within their workplace in line with Victorian laws.

19 September 2022

workplace relations

FWC reinstates flight attendant

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) has reinstated a cabin crew supervisor who was dismissed after 14 years of employment with Virgin Australia.

16 September 2022

workplace relations

Getting employment termination letters right

The final termination letter to an employee is often treated as a cursory step or ‘nice to have’. However, it can be a crucial piece of evidence in a dispute if an employee lodges the matter with the Fair Work Commission (FWC).

09 September 2022

education and training

New program to improve multicultural youth employment pathways

The Victorian Chamber is proud to partner with Youth Activating Youth (YAY) to improve pathways for multicultural youth experiencing barriers to employment.

08 September 2022

health safety and wellbeing

Consistent safety policy crucial

Inconsistent application of company safety policies can not only lead to unfair dismissal cases but also breaches of upcoming Victorian psychological health regulations.

08 September 2022

health safety and wellbeing

Preparing for workplace relations changes

Take proactive actions now in response to the Jobs and Skills Summit outcomes and proposed changes to the workplace relations framework. 

07 September 2022

education and training

Jobs and Skills Summit delivers wins for Victoria

The Federal Government’s Jobs and Skills Summit in Canberra has adopted a number of recommendations contained in a joint Victorian communique by business, universities and other key industry and sector groups.

06 September 2022

education and training

Gender pay gap resources for SMEs

New educational tools have been designed to help small and medium-sized businesses better understand how they can act to close the gender pay gap

05 September 2022

education and training

Deakin awarded for student experience

Students have once again ranked Melbourne Chamber member Deakin University as the best Victorian university for overall student experience.

02 September 2022

workplace relations

Employee’s COVID conspiracy theory dismissal

After 32 years of service with Australia Post, an employee was dismissed after several complaints he was spreading COVID-19 conspiracy theories.

02 September 2022

education and training

Victoria’s priorities for Jobs and Skills Summit

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry has put forward recommendations to the Jobs and Skills Summit to build a skilled workforce for the future, increase labour participation and boost productivity.

31 August 2022

workplace relations

Navigating long service leave

The Victorian Chamber has developed a guide to long service leave to assist employers manage entitlements for employees.

28 August 2022


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