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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

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

innovation

Report shows impact of cybercrime on business

This year will be remembered as an epoch in cybersecurity within Australia. The recent events of Medibank Private and Optus have been a major wake-up call to individuals, businesses and government. 

18 November 2022

education and training

Recruiting international students and graduates

The International Education Association of Australia (IEAA) has released a document that helps Australian employers understand their options to hire and retain international students and graduates.

28 October 2022

international affairs

Ambassador backs stronger Australia-Ukraine ties

The Melbourne Chamber of Commerce was honoured to host the Ukraine Ambassador to Australia, His Excellency Vasyl Myroshnychenko, for the Ukraine Independence Day Breakfast with special guests.

24 August 2022

economy

Grants to help propel your business in 2022

As we know, it’s been a challenging two years for many businesses in Victoria. The good news is there is a range of assistance available through various State or Commonwealth programs to help your business as we move out of the pandemic.

10 May 2022

economy

Growing regional trade opportunities with ASEAN

Melbourne will host the Australia-ASEAN Business Forum and Gala Dinner 2022 in May, with Victorian Chamber Chief Executive Paul Guerra confirmed as a panellist at the forum.

27 April 2022


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