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economy

Employees’ financial wellbeing is good for business

Increased cost of living is the number one issue facing many Australians today. It’s also likely affecting the emotional and financial wellbeing of your employees.

01 May 2023

workplace relations

Private vehicle use drives income above threshold

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) has rejected an employee’s application that he should be able to file an unfair dismissal claim as he was earning under the high-income threshold and was covered by a modern award, ruling that his private use of the company’s motor vehicle contributed to his earnings.

02 May 2023

workplace relations

New shutdown leave rules for Awards

From 1 May 2023, updated rules on taking annual leave during a shutdown apply for 78 Modern Awards.

02 May 2023

workplace relations

The clock is ticking on Zombie Agreements

In February this year the Victorian Chamber flagged the termination of ‘zombie agreements’ under the Australian Government’s Secure Jobs, Better Pay Amendment Act 2022.

10 May 2023

state government

How your business can supply the Commonwealth Games

Geelong, Bendigo, Ballarat, Gippsland and Shepparton will be on the world stage as the hosts of the 2026 Commonwealth Games.

12 May 2023

esg

Combining incentives to boost business solar

Solar power is now more accessible for small and medium businesses through measures announced in the 2023/24 Federal Budget combined with Victorian incentives.

12 May 2023

workplace relations

HR manager involved in pay breaches

The Federal Court of Australia found the HR manager and general manager of a restaurant chain purposely underpaid employees for almost a year and deliberately tampered with records in their payroll system outlining employee hours worked.

16 May 2023

policy and advocacy

Business slugged with 42 per cent increase to WorkCover premiums

Today’s State Government announcement of a 42 per cent increase in WorkCover premiums to 1.8 per cent makes our scheme the most expensive in the country and is yet another increase to the cost of doing business in Victoria.

19 May 2023

health safety and wellbeing

WorkCover premium hike to hit business

WorkCover changes announced today will see premiums increase by more than 40 per cent, changes to mental health eligibility and the creation of a new pilot program for impacted workers.

19 May 2023

education and training

Nominate for the 2023 Victorian Training Awards

The Victorian Chamber encourages small and large employers to nominate and have their efforts recognised at the Victorian Skills Authority’s Victorian Training Awards for 2023.

19 May 2023

economy

Business boost as commercial stamp duty phased out

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry welcomes the Victorian Government announcement to replace stamp duty for commercial and industrial properties with an annual property tax.

22 May 2023

policy and advocacy

2023 State Budget: Tax hikes, job cuts and stamp duty reform

Today’s State Budget of new and increased taxes and levies will hit medium to large businesses and property owners. It will directly impact jobs and investment in Victoria.

23 May 2023

policy and advocacy

Victorian Budget 2023-24 to hit jobs and investment

The negatives outweigh the positive initiatives for business in the Victorian State Budget 2023-24 released today, with medium and large businesses and multiple property owners facing increased costs to repay State debt.

State and Federal Budgets

23 May 2023

economy

‘Two parts’ to State Budget: Pallas

Treasurer of Victoria Tim Pallas told Victorian Chamber guests that the 2023/24 Victorian Budget was “a really difficult budget” but was confident of the path ahead for business in the State.

24 May 2023

workplace relations

Safeguarding your business against employee claims

Running a business can be challenging enough without employee issues arising but many employers will need to address a performance or conduct matter at some stage.

25 May 2023

state government

Master plan to grow Victoria’s visitor economy

The Victorian Government has released a strategic plan to shape the future of the State’s visitor economy over the next 10 years.

30 May 2023


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