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economy

Regional Victorian Commonwealth Games cancelled

The Victorian Government will not proceed with hosting the Commonwealth Games in 2026, advising the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) and Commonwealth Games Australia (CGA) that it will be terminating the Host Agreement.

20 July 2023

economy

Training and tech tax boost for business

Two incentives to support small and medium businesses to train and upskill employees and improve their digital capacity are set to deliver more than $1.5 billion in tax benefits.

30 June 2023

economy

Get your business ready for EOFY

EOFY is the perfect time to review your business performance and set your goals for the coming year. Did you achieve what you planned this financial year? Look ahead to set new goals and re-align your business focus.

27 June 2023

economy

The ATO focus areas for 2022/23

As the end of the financial year approaches, it's important for business owners and taxpayers to be aware of the Australian Taxation Office's (ATO) key focus areas this financial year. Understanding these focus areas can help keep you on the right side of the ATO and minimise the risk of audits or penalties.

21 June 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

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

economy

Federal Budget delivers modest business relief

The fundamentals of defence, skills and the transition to a net-zero economy are clear winners in an otherwise modest 2023-2024 Federal Budget that focuses on cost-of-living relief.

State and Federal Budgets

10 May 2023

economy

Small Business Energy Incentive revealed

The 2023-24 Federal Budget will allocate $314 million towards a new energy program aimed at lowering business power bills and emissions.

03 May 2023

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

economy

Business can save economy

There has been a real shift over the past few weeks which should not be mistaken for the encroaching chill of our impending winter.

29 April 2023

economy

Innovation key to Victoria’s net-zero transition

The shift to a net-zero economy will require a collective effort but is a challenge Victoria can rise to with the right mindset and the right actions, enabling government and industry to work together to reach our emission targets and seize the economic opportunities for Victoria.

ESG

12 April 2023

infrastructure

Exploring housing reform in Victoria

A report from independent advisory body Infrastructure Victoria (IV) highlights more choice and housing diversity is needed as Victoria’s population grows.

29 March 2023

economy

ATO finalises work from home deduction approach for 2023

The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has released final guidance on how employees may choose to calculate their work from home deductions for this financial year.

27 March 2023

federal government

Report highlights renewables investment shortfall

The Clean Energy Council (CEC) has reported an increase in renewable investments but not enough to reach renewable energy targets.

ESG

17 March 2023

economy

Manufacturing and energy grants for business

State and federal grants are available now for small and medium businesses seeking energy efficiency upgrades as well as manufacturing growth opportunities.

14 March 2023

esg

Major hydrogen milestone for Victoria

In a major $2.35 billion energy announcement on Tuesday, Victoria was chosen as preferred location for the Hydrogen Energy Supply Chain (HESC) project – a collaboration involving the Japanese, Australian and Victorian Governments.

ESG

07 March 2023


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