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workplace relations

Top five mistakes and pitfalls of workplace investigations

Accusations of wrongdoing are common in the workplace. Unfortunately, investigations by managers and HR professionals are bungled just as often.

09 August 2021

covid 19

Lockdown Six support welcome lifeline for Victorian business

The Victorian Chamber welcomes today’s prompt announcement of a new $400 million State and Federal Government support package, which will give businesses the confidence they need to get through Lockdown Six and continue the recovery from Lockdowns Four and Five.

06 August 2021

covid 19

Support package announced for businesses hit by Lockdown Six

As Victorian businesses are again forced to close their doors, the State and Federal governments have announced a jointly-funded $400 million package to assist businesses.

06 August 2021

covid 19

The news we didn’t want: Lockdown Six commences tonight

Just as Victorians were beginning to enjoy the freedoms we have missed, the State has been plunged into its sixth COVID-19 related lockdown.

05 August 2021

covid 19

Metropolitan Victoria to endure Lockdown Six for another week

A little over a week since Lockdown Five came to an end, the State Government announced Victoria would once again go into a circuit-breaker lockdown. (UPDATED)

05 August 2021

regional business

VCCI proposal to get border businesses back on track

The Victorian Government’s further tightening of border controls with New South Wales has left border businesses reeling, with yet another strain placed on their operations.

Regional Victoria

05 August 2021

policy and advocacy

WorkPac vs Rossato explained: how this decision impacts you

After years of litigation, the High Court of Australia has finally handed down a landmark decision, closing a pathway for casual employees to seek backpay for leave entitlements.

05 August 2021

workplace relations

FWC: dismissal for refusing vaccination not ‘harsh or unfair’

The Fair Work Commission has said the dismissal of a home care employee was not 'unjust or disproportionate’ after refusing to receive a free and mandatory flu vaccination.

04 August 2021

member stories

Hastings Ostrich Farms refusing to bury their head in the sand

Michael Hastings, founder of Hastings Ostrich Farms, operates one of Australia’s few breeding farms of ostriches. While his business may be unique, he faces a common problem.

Member Stories

03 August 2021

health safety and wellbeing

Calling on employees to participate in vital research

Swinburne University is calling on employees to participate in a research survey to understand how employees feel their employers are contributing to a mentally healthy workplace.

30 July 2021

workplace relations

The latest workplace relations updates impacting your business

From an increase to minimum wages, rising superannuation contributions, to return to work policies - here is everything that has changed, and what your business needs to know.

29 July 2021

workplace relations

FWC: Misplaced knife not a reason to be axed

The Fair Work Comission has ordered a business to pay a former employee nearly $20,000 after they were sacked for failing to return a knife used to harvest mushrooms.

29 July 2021

covid 19

Restart package will help businesses recover from lockdowns

The State and Federal Governments have today announced a joint financial assistance package for Victorian business which will give them the support and confidence they need to rebound from Lockdowns Four and Five.

28 July 2021

economy

Major support package for Victorian businesses announced

On our first day out of lockdown, the Federal and Victorian Governments have announced a further $400 million in business support measures. Here is everything you and your business need to know.

28 July 2021

covid 19

Explained: what restrictions remain for Victorian businesses

Hospitality, retail, gyms and schools are once again able to open their doors across Victoria as Lockdown Five comes to an end. Here is what you and your business need to know.

27 July 2021

economy

Victorian Chamber launches Grant Finder online tool

The Victorian Chamber has today launched a new member-exclusive service, the Grant Finder online tool, to make it quicker and easier for Victorian businesses to access grants applicable to their operations and projects.

26 July 2021


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