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metropolitan business

Forestry industry transition support

Financial support is available for businesses affected by the ending of native timber harvesting.

24 July 2023

member stories

Joining forces for affordable housing in Victoria

Employers to partner with National Affordable Housing (NAH) to deliver affordable housing options for employees in Victoria – and reap the benefits from it.

18 July 2023

esg

Business faces climate reporting deadline in Australia

Consultation is underway to determine how Australia’s largest businesses and financial institutions disclose their impacts on climate change – and how this will have a flow-on impact on small, medium and family enterprises (SMFEs).

11 July 2023

federal government

Supporting National NAIDOC Week in 2023

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry acknowledges that the land we live, work, learn and support business on is the land of the Traditional Custodians, collectively the Indigenous Communities of Victoria.

05 July 2023

metropolitan business

Employer Innovation Lab for meaningful careers

An initiative to harness potential and provide careers – not just jobs – is empowering organisations to address workforce challenges.

03 July 2023

international affairs

Melbourne climbs back up liveability rankings

Melbourne has been ranked as Australia’s top city and third globally in the 2023 Global Liveability Index, marking a steady rise as the city returns to normality from Covid-19.

22 June 2023

health safety and wellbeing

Industry focus of illicit drugs campaign

Latest crime statistics show a post-pandemic uptick in Victoria as Crime Stoppers ramps up a campaign to anonymously report organised crime and illicit drugs trade in the workplace.

21 June 2023

health safety and wellbeing

“She is my guide and best friend”

Making a tax-deductible donation will ensure Guide Dogs Victoria continues its vital work in matching people with low vision or blindness with their perfect Guide Dog.

19 June 2023

health safety and wellbeing

Managing the risk of workplace falls

Employers are on notice to address workplace fall hazards after WorkSafe statistics reveal 41 workers were killed and 7,395 workers seriously injured in workplace falls in the past five years.

09 June 2023

health safety and wellbeing

Preparing your business for WorkCover changes

The Victorian Government recently announced major changes to the state’s Workers’ Compensation scheme, which it plans to legislate later in 2023.

07 June 2023

federal government

FWC raises minimum wage by 5.75 per cent

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) has increased award and minimum rates of pay by 5.75 per cent from 1 July 2023.

02 June 2023

education and training

Helping business tackle the jobs and skills shortage

The Australian Government’s latest data reveals skills shortages remain across many sectors and in regional areas. If your business needs to fill its skills gap and future-proof its workforce, the Victorian Chamber can help through a range of training programs, staffing solutions, workplace support and more.

01 June 2023

federal government

ATO late lodgement leniency for small business

The Australian Tax Office (ATO) recently announced a Small Business Lodgement Amnesty Program to allow businesses to bring outstanding tax returns and business activity statements (BAS) up-to-date.

26 May 2023

health safety and wellbeing

WorkCover premium hike to hit business

WorkCover changes announced today will see premiums increase by more than 40 per cent, changes to mental health eligibility and the creation of a new pilot program for impacted workers.

19 May 2023

health safety and wellbeing

Helping your business walk the Safety Walk

In Victoria, employers have a legal obligation to provide a safe workplace for their employees and to comply with the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act 2004. 

16 May 2023

local government

Applications open for RISING Local Business Program

Melbourne CBD businesses have an opportunity to benefit from Melbourne’s RISING Festival which celebrates music, food, art and culture from 7-18 June.

15 May 2023


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