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Guidance towards net-zero for business

Office-based businesses seeking assistance with the challenge of reducing emissions can explore CitySwitch, a free to join, national program delivered locally by participating councils.

15 June 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

international affairs

Victorian Chamber recognised globally for gender equity

The Victorian Chamber’s flagship women-in-business program, Chamber Change, has been recognised as a gender equity leader, nominated as one of four finalists in the Best Gender Equity Project in the World Chambers Competition.

11 May 2023

federal government

Major reform flagged for Australia’s migration system

Australia’s systems of managing visas, permanent residency, skilled migration and international students are set for an overhaul after a report deemed it was “not fit for purpose”.

28 April 2023

international affairs

Teaching and health visa nominations fast-tracked

Fast-track nomination is now available in Victoria for skilled visa candidates with an eligible health, teaching or social services occupation who meet the minimum visa requirements.

18 April 2023

international affairs

Skilled regional visa eligibility expands into metro

The Skilled Work Regional Visa (subclass 491) has expanded to include Metropolitan Melbourne applicants.

06 April 2023

international affairs

Fostering Australian business success in Asia

Two thirds of the world’s growth is predicted to come from Asia over the next decade, and efforts are being made to prepare Australia to achieve long-term financial and strategic outcomes in the region.

04 April 2023

infrastructure

Exploring housing reform in Victoria

A report from independent advisory body Infrastructure Victoria (IV) highlights more choice and housing diversity is needed as Victoria’s population grows.

29 March 2023

innovation

What does ESG mean?

Two business scholars explain what environmental, social and governance standards and principles are

15 March 2023

international affairs

World Chambers Congress 2023 travels to Geneva

Melbourne was recently announced as the 14th World Chambers Congress (WCC) host in 2025. Before then, the 2023 edition will be held in Geneva, Switzerland on June 21-23.

14 March 2023

education and training

International student work rights extended

The Victorian Chamber welcomes Federal Government changes to boost the international education sector and address skills shortages in key industries.

21 February 2023

economy

Financial support for exporters

Your business could benefit from the many grants and assistance programs available to help local exporters grow and sell their products globally.

24 January 2023

economy

Grants to grow your business in 2023

Start the new year by taking advantage of a range of government grants, funding, incentives and support services to boost your business.

24 January 2023

economy

Melbourne wins World Chambers Congress bid

Melbourne has been announced as the host of the 14th World Chambers Congress (WCC), to be held in September 2025 and co-organised by the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

19 December 2022

metropolitan business

How Jessica Sepel built a business empire

Entrepreneur and founder of JSHealth, Jessica Sepel, has told the Victorian Chamber’s annual women in business luncheon how she built her wellness empire.

08 December 2022

economy

CACCI Conference Opens in Melbourne

The 36th Confederation of Asia-Pacific Chambers of Commerce and Industry Conference (CACCI) has opened at the Melbourne and Convention and Exhibition Centre.

27 November 2022


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