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workplace relations

FWC reinstates flight attendant

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) has reinstated a cabin crew supervisor who was dismissed after 14 years of employment with Virgin Australia.

16 September 2022

chief executive update

Chief Executive Update 14 September 2022

With the State election now coming into view, we are delighted to launch the Victorian Chamber’s 2022 State Election Platform, Powering Victoria’s Future.

14 September 2022

workplace relations

Getting employment termination letters right

The final termination letter to an employee is often treated as a cursory step or ‘nice to have’. However, it can be a crucial piece of evidence in a dispute if an employee lodges the matter with the Fair Work Commission (FWC).

09 September 2022

innovation

How CSIRO assists innovative ventures

Melbourne Chamber member CSIRO’s ON Accelerate is an entrepreneurship initiative helping develop pioneering concepts.

07 September 2022

health safety and wellbeing

Preparing for workplace relations changes

Take proactive actions now in response to the Jobs and Skills Summit outcomes and proposed changes to the workplace relations framework. 

07 September 2022

member stories

Western Health: protecting vulnerable communities

Western Health is the major healthcare provider to one of the fastest growing and most diverse regions of Australia with a population of almost 900,000 people.

06 September 2022

chief executive update

Chief Executive Update 07 September 2022

There was no better way to kickstart spring than having the State Government lift the work-from-home recommendations and the introduction of shorter isolation requirements for COVID-positive patients and those in low-risk settings.

06 September 2022

innovation

Helping SMEs tackle cyber security threats

Inflation, skills shortages, the lingering impact of COVID – there’s a lot for Australia’s small and medium-sized businesses to worry about.

05 September 2022

education and training

Deakin awarded for student experience

Students have once again ranked Melbourne Chamber member Deakin University as the best Victorian university for overall student experience.

02 September 2022

workplace relations

Employee’s COVID conspiracy theory dismissal

After 32 years of service with Australia Post, an employee was dismissed after several complaints he was spreading COVID-19 conspiracy theories.

02 September 2022

chief executive update

Chief Executive Update 31 August 2022

Well, it’s been quite a week! Today is the start of the Federal Government’s Jobs and Skills Summit in Canberra.

31 August 2022

infrastructure

SCT Logistics: On track for continued success

A new Altona freight facility is just the latest piece of the expanding jigsaw for proud family-owned business – and Melbourne Chamber member – SCT Logistics.

Member Stories

30 August 2022

infrastructure

Benefits of renewable energy on manufacturing

Renewable energy has become increasingly popular over recent years. With the rise of solar power, wind turbines and biofuels, many companies are now considering incorporating renewable energy sources into their business models.

28 August 2022

workplace relations

Navigating long service leave

The Victorian Chamber has developed a guide to long service leave to assist employers manage entitlements for employees.

28 August 2022

chief executive update

Chief Executive Update 24 August 2022

I don’t know about you, but it does seem like there is a lot going on at the moment. I’ve been to a fantastic meeting with members in Mildura, and also managed to get to Canberra and back for a series of meetings with the Australian Chamber in the lead up to the Jobs and Skills Summit.

24 August 2022

workplace relations

Communicating work health and safety across languages

WorkSafe Victoria has released updated guidance to help employers communicate health and safety messages in workplaces where multiple languages are spoken.

22 August 2022


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