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economy

Growing business concern over energy impacts

A new Victorian Chamber survey has revealed most businesses are increasingly concerned about the impact of energy prices and want Government support on long-term solutions to reach a net-zero economy.

01 March 2023

health safety and wellbeing

Boosting wellbeing through exercise

One in five Australians suffer mental illness each year. Running for just 15 minutes a day can reduce the risk of major depression by 26 per cent.

20 February 2023

health safety and wellbeing

People strategy — Why is it so important?

Employers are currently presented with a rare opportunity to re-evaluate the value of the employee experience and the impact it has on overall business performance.

15 February 2023

health safety and wellbeing

Chamber launches new OHS product suite

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry has launched a suite of products that drive safety and wellbeing outcomes for businesses of all sizes and safety needs.

13 February 2023

health safety and wellbeing

Running The Tan for mental health

The Victorian Chamber is partnering with Run the Tan to raise awareness for mental health and fundraise for local charities while promoting an active team culture in the workplace.

23 January 2023

health safety and wellbeing

Physio-approved tips for calibrating your workspace

If you have a desk job, here’s what it’s doing to your body.

23 January 2023

health safety and wellbeing

How leaders can cope with stress and thrive

You may have implemented employee wellbeing programs in your organisation, but it’s all too common for managers to overlook their own needs. In the day-to-day grind of directing a team, managing stakeholders, keeping track of outputs and countless other tasks, where does your mental wellbeing fit in?

16 January 2023

health safety and wellbeing

Injury and illness hiring incentive for businesses

The WorkSafe Incentive Scheme for Employers (WISE) offers businesses a rebate of up to $26,000 to employ a worker with work-related injury or illness.

07 December 2022

health safety and wellbeing

The cost of workplace injury and illness

A study from Safe Work Australia (SWA) has explored the cost of work-related injury and illness in Australia.

08 November 2022

health safety and wellbeing

Domestic violence support in the workplace

A new study from Melbourne Chamber member Monash University reveals the need for workplaces to support victim-survivors of domestic and family violence (DFV).

26 October 2022

health safety and wellbeing

Fostering workplace mental health compliance

The Victorian Chamber’s new Mental Health Comply program helps employers assess, educate and gather the facts about mental health in their workplace

18 October 2022

infrastructure

Melbourne targets zero-carbon buildings

The City of Melbourne has released a Zero Carbon Buildings for Melbourne discussion paper outlining a target of net zero emissions by 2040.

10 October 2022

infrastructure

New emissions reductions guide for business

The Environment Protection Authority (EPA) Victoria has released a practical guide to help businesses of all sizes to minimise their greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

03 October 2022

health safety and wellbeing

Reducing the risk of falls in the workplace

A recent decision by the Melbourne County Court highlights the importance of employers managing fall-from-height risks within their workplace in line with Victorian laws.

19 September 2022

health safety and wellbeing

Consistent safety policy crucial

Inconsistent application of company safety policies can not only lead to unfair dismissal cases but also breaches of upcoming Victorian psychological health regulations.

08 September 2022

health safety and wellbeing

Preparing for workplace relations changes

Take proactive actions now in response to the Jobs and Skills Summit outcomes and proposed changes to the workplace relations framework. 

07 September 2022


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