The Victorian Chamber’s new Business Voice survey has revealed high wage expectations and skills shortages are the biggest barriers to filling vacant positions for businesses seeking to hire staff.

Flood-affected businesses and organisations can apply for assistance as part of a $877 million Commonwealth and Victorian Governments recovery support package.

The Victorian Coalition has promised to reduce payroll tax for up to 28,000 businesses if it wins the State Election on November 26.

The City of Melbourne has released a Zero Carbon Buildings for Melbourne discussion paper outlining a target of net zero emissions by 2040.

The Victorian Chamber has unveiled its 2022-2023 Federal Budget Submission with priorities that, if delivered, will create thousands of jobs, help businesses thrive and significantly increase economic activity

Businesses with a presence in regional Victoria are encouraged to have their say on the state’s business conditions.

Over the past six months I’ve travelled from Moe to Mildura and Warrnambool to Wodonga to meet face to face with the businesses that drive our regional economies. We’ve conducted roundtable meetings, focus groups and member surveys because we wanted to hear directly from businesses about the issues affecting them. 

The Environment Protection Authority (EPA) Victoria has released a practical guide to help businesses of all sizes to minimise their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry has released its 2022 State Election Regional Platform, Growing Regional Victoria. 

The Department of Jobs, Precincts and Regions has released new information to help industry prepare for changes to doing business with the Victorian Government

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.

Infrastructure Victoria (IV) recently published its final advice to the Victorian Government on the future of gas infrastructure in a net zero emissions economy.

A study by the Victorian Chamber of Commerce has offered an insight into Geelong’s post-pandemic return-to-office trends.

A new Monash University Commission inquiry explores how secondary cities can complement central business districts (CBDs) and create positive impacts for society and economy.

Widespread energy constraints facing Victorian businesses will impact confidence and investment in the coming months.

What are your business goals and do you have access to the best enablers to help you get there?