The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry calls on the Victorian Government to use the 2019-20 State Budget to map out a long-term vision to manage growth in regional Victoria.

Did you know that the Victorian Government is the largest purchaser of goods and services in the State spending over $34 billion each year on everything from stationary, hospitality, legal and cleaning services, to new trams, trains, roads and buildings.

Here we give you an overview of the key rules and guidelines that apply to all goods and services, along with the government departments responsible for administering them. There are also some policies specific to infrastructure and construction projects.

Thriving manufacturer BRITEX has constantly reinvented itself as since it began fabricating steel in Melbourne more than 80 years ago.

How and where Government makes announcements that allow business to benefit.

Depending on the sector in which you’re operating and the type of contract under tender, some government bodies can help you prepare a winning bid and also help you meet all the conditions and requirements of the won contract.

We spoke to The Fruit Box Group founder and CEO Martin Halphen as part of our Selling to Government series.

Working with government is essentially about people. K2LD Architects and Interiors has delivered a range of government projects using stylish and practical modern design. Its leading designers say the key to successfully securing and completing public projects is building solid relationships and delivering a creative result on time and on budget.

Six steps to success in government tenders

Registrations are now open for sole traders, small and medium businesses interested in the millions of dollars in contracts and more than 10,000 jobs that will be up for grabs as part of the $15.8 billion North East Link project.

How and what government procures can make a significant positive impact on your business’ growth, sustainability and profitability. Government is also able to use its buying power to deliver social and sustainable benefits, such as creating job opportunities or skills-based training in areas of disadvantage. 

As the COVID-19 pandemic has brought the events industry to a standstill, Melbourne Convention Bureau CEO Julia Swanson explains what is needed to put Melbourne back on center-stage.

Federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has unveiled the 2020-21 Federal Budget and revealed the government’s strategy to rebuild Australia’s economy out of recession.

The Victorian Chamber (VCCI) has put forward more than 50 specific recommendations ahead of the State Budget to help Victorian businesses get back on their feet, create jobs and regenerate our economy.

As the Andrews Government prepares the 2020-21 State Budget, Pitcher Partners share their insights into the state of Victoria’s economy and where the growth opportunities lie for both metro and regional Victoria.

Bank of Melbourne Chief Executive Mark Melvin explains why cash registers have been ringing more during lockdown in Victoria than the same period in 2019.