In a stark reminder to employers of their safety responsibilities, a stonemasonry business became the first company convicted under Victoria's workplace manslaughter laws, fined $1.3 million after causing the death of a worker who was fatally crushed at a Somerton factory.

A workforce without injury and illness benefits both employees and employers. By taking proactive steps as an employer, you can keep your workplace safer, healthier and more productive.

The 2024 Edelman Trust Barometer has highlighted growing confidence in business despite a “collision of trust, innovation, and politics” in Australia and around the world.

WorkSafe Victoria has revealed its prosecutions activity for the past year, reminding employers that they face serious legal consequences if they put employees at risk.

Registrations are open for the 2024 Australia-Cambodia Business Forum, to be held on 5 March in Melbourne.

A Victorian Government initiative to help more women enter and succeed in the energy and manufacturing sectors is now open.

Make this year count by accessing a range of grants, programs and support services to grow or assist your business and workforce.

Feedback is being sought on upcoming new regulations to support Victoria’s WorkCover scheme, which propose changes around compensation and self-insurance arrangements.

John Denton AO is the Secretary General for the International Chamber of Commerce and a distinguished figure in the business landscape.

In Episode Five, Series Two of Business Voice, the Victorian Chamber hears from Professor Sharon Lewin OAM, an infectious diseases physician and scientist who is the inaugural Director of the Doherty Institute – and a driving force in the fight against global health challenges.

The Honourable Linda Dessau AC CVO, former Governor of Victoria says her role taught her “how lucky we are” to be in Victoria, even if there’s a long way to go on social issues such as gender equality.

Tech businesses in Victoria will have access to extra support to expand through the Cremorne Digital Hub Scaleup Program.

Employers are invited to have their say on how Victoria can boost women’s participation in manufacturing and energy industries.

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.

Good business owners and leaders understand the benefits of looking after our mental health at work but often don’t know where to start. Here’s how to support a mentally healthy workplace.

Domestic and family violence (DFV) is a serious and urgent problem in Australia. Is your business equipped to deal with the range of workplace issues that DFV presents?