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economy

Minimum wage to increase by 5.2 per cent

The Fair Work Commission has ruled on a 5.2 per cent increase to the national minimum wage from 1 July, 2022

15 June 2022

economy

The benefits of sustainability for businesses

Strengthening Melbourne’s position as a sustainable city can deliver benefits for the business economy and commercialisation of new industries.

15 June 2022

covid 19

Connection crucial in post-pandemic workplaces

As more Victorians balance working at home with the office, wellness and the physical and mental health of employees has never been more important. 

09 June 2022

policy and advocacy

Improving Victoria’s procurement system

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry is looking for your input on Victoria’s procurement system

08 June 2022

state government

New online portal to help resolve commercial disputes

Victorian businesses can now access a new Victorian Small Business Commission (VSBC) help portal for services including dispute resolution

07 June 2022

economy

Advancing Victoria’s youth employment

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry is inviting you to have your say to help boost employment opportunities for Victoria’s youth.

06 June 2022

economy

How growth capital can benefit your business

As the Australian Business Growth Fund (ABGF) explains below, growth funding is a type of equity funding designed to help businesses invest in growth opportunities to enable them to scale.

30 May 2022

economy

No rate hike for 2022/23 WorkCover premiums

Victorian Government announces no increase in premiums for the 2022/23 year to help business recover from the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

27 May 2022

state government

Don’t miss your chance to nominate for the 2022 Victorian Manufacturing Hall of Fame Awards

The Victorian Chamber is delighted to be the delivery partner for the 2022 Victorian Manufacturing Hall of Fame Awards and encourages manufacturing businesses to nominate before the Tuesday 31 May deadline.

25 May 2022

policy and advocacy

Support for small business to improve ventilation

To reduce the risk of COVID-19, the Victorian Government’s Small Business Ventilation Program is offering support to small businesses to improve ventilation in areas accessible to customers.

12 May 2022

economy

Grants to help propel your business in 2022

As we know, it’s been a challenging two years for many businesses in Victoria. The good news is there is a range of assistance available through various State or Commonwealth programs to help your business as we move out of the pandemic.

10 May 2022

economy

Growing regional trade opportunities with ASEAN

Melbourne will host the Australia-ASEAN Business Forum and Gala Dinner 2022 in May, with Victorian Chamber Chief Executive Paul Guerra confirmed as a panellist at the forum.

27 April 2022

state government

Solar and tech rebates available for businesses

The expansion of two State Government programs presents opportunities for eligible Victorian Chamber members.

26 April 2022

covid 19

Victoria’s recovery set to accelerate as more COVID-19 rules scrapped

The Victorian Chamber has welcomed the State Government’s announcement that most of the remaining COVID-19 restrictions will be lifted from 11.59pm this Friday, April 22.

20 April 2022

economy

New paid parental leave benefits unveiled in Federal Budget

A federal election is in the air, which means it’s time for business to be on the lookout for policy announcements that might impact their business. Federal Treasurer Josh Frydenberg’s Budget speech contained a raft of announcements business needs to consider, including proposed changes to the paid parental leave (PPL) scheme.

31 March 2022

economy

2022-23 Federal Budget ticks boxes for Victorian business

The Victorian Chamber’s advocacy has helped secure significant wins in the Federal Budget with increased funding for skills and training, commitments for two Victorian freight terminals and a much-needed boost for regional tourism.

State and Federal Budgets

29 March 2022


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