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digital and cyber

Cyber breaches and their consequences

A recent cyber breach at Nissan has brought to light the multifaceted impacts of cybersecurity incidents in today's interconnected business world.

22 January 2024

workplace relations

Attorney awarded compensation for unfair dismissal

A patent and trademark attorney has been awarded compensation after the Fair Work Commission (FWC) found that although there was a valid reason for dismissal, the termination process was harsh.

22 January 2024

workplace relations

Time to prepare for first Closing Loopholes Act changes

Some parts of the Federal Government’s latest reforms to the Fair Work Act (FWA) have now come into effect.

15 December 2023

state government

Navigating the WorkCover Amendment Bill 2023

The Inquiry into the Workplace Injury Rehabilitation and Compensation Amendment (WorkCover Scheme Modernisation) Bill 2023 has shed light on critical concerns surrounding the proposed changes, with the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry playing a pivotal role in advocating for the interests of businesses across the state.

14 December 2023

member stories

Enjoy the best of Melbourne over the new year

With plenty of Melbourne Chamber member events and attractions on offer, keep your family and friends, or business and clients, entertained over the new year.

13 December 2023

member stories

Cricket Victoria: All-round quality on and off the pitch

Cricket Victoria (CV) is the governing body for cricket in the Victoria with a history dating back to 1875.

13 December 2023

workplace relations

‘Split’ Closing Loopholes Bill passes parliament

Key measures of the Fair Work Act reform have passed parliament and others have been delayed for further debate in the new year.

07 December 2023

member stories

Origin Energy joins forces with Victorian Chamber

Origin Energy has joined forces with the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry to give small and medium businesses more power over their power.

07 December 2023

workplace relations

Harsh dismissal despite apprentice ‘dishonesty’

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) has ordered a car dealership compensate a former apprentice after “disproportionately” dismissing him without notice for falsifying a car service inspection.

06 December 2023

federal government

Industry Growth Program launches

The Industry Growth Program provides support services and matched grant funding of up to $5 million for innovative small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to commercialise and grow their business.

29 November 2023

workplace relations

How ‘fixed’ are fixed-term contracts?

A Victorian Chamber briefing will explain key changes around fixed-term contracts under the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Secure Jobs, Better Pay) Act 2022.

29 November 2023

member stories

Jayco: manufacturing award-winning training

Jayco Australia is an iconic brand of recreational vehicles that employs more than 1,100 employees and boasts a 50-acre state-of-the art facility in Dandenong.

Member Stories

28 November 2023

innovation

Growth program for tech start-ups

Tech businesses in Victoria will have access to extra support to expand through the Cremorne Digital Hub Scaleup Program.

27 November 2023

member stories

Boeing: flying the flag for women in aerospace

Boeing Aerostructures Australia is embarking on apprenticeship programs to foster talent for today and the future. Its success is highlighted by a women in aerospace program that is growing the number of females in manufacturing.

Member Stories

23 November 2023

innovation

Business Voice: A different side to Eddie McGuire

In Episode Two, Series Two of “Business Voice”, Melbourne icon Eddie McGuire takes the Victorian Chamber on a journey from his first steps into journalism to becoming one of Australia’s most recognised and respected identities.

23 November 2023

member stories

The art of communicating in a crisis

Today, customers can share negative experiences with the click of a button and company crises regularly go viral. With reputational capital more fragile than ever, how a business handles a crisis can make all the difference, writes York Park Group partner Evelyn Ek.

22 November 2023


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