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economy

Circular economy grants launch

The Victorian Government’s Circular Economy Business Innovation Centre (CEBIC) has launched for more than $4.8 million in funding to stimulate innovation and commercialisation of circular solutions.

28 February 2023

federal government

Federal Budget needs to empower Victorian business

Addressing labour and skills shortages, adopting a national approach to payroll tax and providing tax incentives to business to invest in energy efficient technologies are among the key recommendations of the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s 2023-24 Federal Budget submission.

State and Federal Budgets

28 February 2023

education and training

International student work rights extended

The Victorian Chamber welcomes Federal Government changes to boost the international education sector and address skills shortages in key industries.

21 February 2023

education and training

Apprentice incentives for more jobs

The Australian Apprenticeships Priority List has been expanded, adding occupations eligible for financial support.

06 February 2023

policy and advocacy

Single-use plastics banned in Victoria

New laws banning problematic single-use plastics from sale or supply in Victoria come into effect from Wednesday, 1 February.

23 January 2023

economy

Melbourne wins World Chambers Congress bid

Melbourne has been announced as the host of the 14th World Chambers Congress (WCC), to be held in September 2025 and co-organised by the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

19 December 2022

education and training

Improving pathways for multicultural youth

The Victorian Chamber will partner with Jobs Victoria and Youth Activating Youth (YAY) to improve pathways for multicultural youth facing barriers to employment.

07 December 2022

state government

Business ready to power Victoria’s future

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry stands ready to work closely with the re-elected Labor Government to advance the interests of business in Victoria.

30 November 2022

policy and advocacy

Big election promises can kickstart business

As I walked the streets of Paris and London earlier this month, I was struck by how both cities are getting on with business despite the ongoing global economic challenges and uncertainty.

24 November 2022

policy and advocacy

Strong support for Victorian business

More than half of the 61 recommendations in the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s State Election Platform, Powering Victoria’s Future, have been fully or partially adopted by the major parties.

23 November 2022

metropolitan business

Support for flood-affected businesses

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

22 November 2022

federal government

Industrial relations Bill proposes major reforms

On 27 October, the Federal Government’s Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Secure Jobs, Better Pay) Bill 2022 was tabled in Federal Parliament.

17 November 2022

member stories

Building the best state to operate a business

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry has released the latest in its series of advocacy videos to promote our 2022 State Election Platform, Powering Victoria’s Future. 

14 November 2022

federal government

Changes to skilled visa priorities

The Australian Department of Home Affairs has announced an update on efforts to clear visa backlogs and improve skilled visa processing times.

11 November 2022

policy and advocacy

Strengthening Victoria’s jobs and skills

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry has released the latest in its series of advocacy videos to promote our 2022 State Election Platform, Powering Victoria’s Future. 

08 November 2022

economy

A vision for Victoria’s future

As the State Election campaign nears the end of its first week, Victorian Treasurer Tim Pallas and Opposition Leader Matthew Guy have outlined their vision for Victoria’s future.

04 November 2022


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