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

As global supply chains froze in the early months of 2020, Australia’s reliance on foreign supplies came into sharp focus, forcing Australia to face the reality of its local manufacturing industry.

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 Federal Government has announced changes to the recently released Boosting Apprenticeship Commencements (BAC) program designed to address long-term declines in apprenticeships and traineeships.

The Australian Government is seeking feedback on the recently announced JobMaker Hiring Credit and wants to hear from eligible businesses before 27 November.

Read here to find out about the federal and state government grants available to Victorian businesses that are still open for applications. But make sure you hurry, as some are closing very soon!

VCCI is seeking your assistance to better inform the public debate over the need for payroll tax reform in Australia by participating in the Payroll Tax on Australian Business Survey.

As part of the Federal Government’s JobMaker Plan in the 2020-21 Federal Budget to support businesses and young workers, the JobMaker Hiring Credit scheme is now open for registrations.

The Victorian Chamber is working on our submission to the 2021-22 Victorian State Budget and we want to hear what you and your business need to keep moving Victoria forward.

In his address to the National Press Club in Canberra on Monday, Prime Minister Scott Morrison has voiced his confidence in Australia’s post-pandemic labour market and economic recovery.

Read here for the most up-to-date list of recently announced Government grants available to Victorian businesses, and existing grants still open for applications. Get in quick, some are closing soon.

The Federal Government has announced the extension of the apprenticeship wage subsidy program: Boosting Apprenticeship Commencements, better knowns as the BAC Program.

Amendments to the Fair Work Act have passed both houses of Federal Parliament, bringing significant changes for the rights of casual workers and the businesses who employ them.

The Victorian Chamber welcomes the Federal Government’s ‘Bounce Back’ Budget which will boost the digital economy, skills and jobs, and make the workplace more appealing for women, to assist our recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg MP has unveiled a ‘Bounce Back’ Budget which aims to boost Australia’s economy by creating jobs, improving skills and investing in the digital economy.

The Federal Government has launched a new digital platform, Capability Connection, to help manufacturers and suppliers do business and bolster local supply chains.