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digital and cyber

Victorian Chamber welcomes strategy to protect from cyber crime

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry commends the Federal Government's commitment to enhancing national cyber security through its recently unveiled 2023-2030 Australian Cyber Security Strategy.

22 November 2023

digital and cyber

Federal Government unveils 2030 cyber security strategy

The 2023-2030 Australian Cyber Security Strategy is a roadmap aiming to make Australia a world leader in cyber security by 2030.

22 November 2023

digital and cyber

New initiatives to boost business cybersecurity

The Federal Government has announced two new initiatives to support small and medium businesses to strengthen their cyber security capabilities.

20 November 2023

chief executive update

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

chief executive update

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

digital and cyber

Cybercrime on the rise in Australia

One cyber incident is reported every six minutes, according to the Australian Cyber Security Centre’s (ACSC’s) latest Annual Cyber Threat Report, a 23 per cent increase on the year before.

15 November 2023

manufacturing

Boosting female employment in energy and manufacturing

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

13 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

chief executive update

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

health safety and wellbeing

How to improve workplace mental health and wellbeing

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.

03 November 2023

health safety and wellbeing

Supporting employees suffering domestic violence

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?

03 November 2023

manufacturing

New round of manufacturing growth program

Small and medium-sized Victorian manufacturers can now apply for grants under Round 2 of the Made in Victoria – Manufacturing Growth Program.

03 November 2023

chief executive update

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

chief executive update

Chief Executive Update 26 October 2023

I’d like to begin by congratulating the Allan Government on today’s launch of the State Electricity Commission’s Strategic Plan 2023-2025, set to lead Victoria’s renewable energy transition with a focus on supply, homes and people.

26 October 2023

federal government

New resources for carer-inclusive workplaces

The Federal Government has launched a new initiative for Australia’s 2.65 million unpaid carers and workplaces to aid their employment.

25 October 2023

health safety and wellbeing

Reducing barriers to workplace gender equity

A new report has found obstacles to gender equity in the workforce are costing the Australian economy $128 billion.

25 October 2023


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