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metropolitan business

Grants for Melbourne small businesses and events

The City of Melbourne’s Small Business Grants Program will return for the first time since 2019, providing grants of up to $20,000 to support innovation and expansion. 

23 August 2023

metropolitan business

Hybrid work here to stay: Chamber survey

The latest CBD occupancy survey by the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry finds the office continues to play a vital role in our professional lives but employers are accepting flexible arrangements and work-life balance.

21 August 2023

member stories

Hybrid work acceptance grows, but only slightly

Workers and employers continue to navigate the balance of working from home and in the office.

09 August 2023

metropolitan business

New end-of-lease guidance for retail tenants

Retail tenants need to take important steps to prepare for the end of their lease to meet responsibilities and avoid issues.

07 August 2023

metropolitan business

Forestry industry transition support

Financial support is available for businesses affected by the ending of native timber harvesting.

24 July 2023

member stories

Joining forces for affordable housing in Victoria

Employers to partner with National Affordable Housing (NAH) to deliver affordable housing options for employees in Victoria – and reap the benefits from it.

18 July 2023

metropolitan business

Employer Innovation Lab for meaningful careers

An initiative to harness potential and provide careers – not just jobs – is empowering organisations to address workforce challenges.

03 July 2023

international affairs

Melbourne climbs back up liveability rankings

Melbourne has been ranked as Australia’s top city and third globally in the 2023 Global Liveability Index, marking a steady rise as the city returns to normality from Covid-19.

22 June 2023

local government

Applications open for RISING Local Business Program

Melbourne CBD businesses have an opportunity to benefit from Melbourne’s RISING Festival which celebrates music, food, art and culture from 7-18 June.

15 May 2023

member stories

The George on Collins: something for everyone

Located in one of the most iconic buildings in Melbourne’s Paris End, the George on Collins channels the high class of the Georges emporium with the casual atmosphere of a New York-style restaurant bar.

Member Stories

10 May 2023

metropolitan business

Business is the winner as office occupancy rates stabilise

Almost three-quarters of CBD-based employees have settled into a weekly routine of working from the office two to three days per week, according to the latest office occupancy survey by the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

03 April 2023

metropolitan business

Melbourne return-to-office trends stabilise

Gone are five-day office weeks in Melbourne but overall average days have trended upwards, according to the latest office occupancy survey by the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

31 March 2023

innovation

An energy roadmap for business

The Victorian Chamber has released a roadmap aimed at helping reduce energy prices, ensure the reliability of energy supply, capitalise on investment opportunities and support businesses in the transition to a net-zero economy.

08 February 2023

economy

Demystifying ESG for business

Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) has become something of a buzz term in business. But what does it really mean and why is it good for business?

01 February 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

metropolitan business

Know your retail leasing obligations

The Victorian Small Business Commission (VSBC) flagged late last year that changes to Victorian landlord retail leasing obligations are now in force.

10 January 2023


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