It’s free to join the Victorian Chamber Community!

Sign up and receive the latest business news and updates, opportunities to network and shape Advocacy from Victoria’s largest and most influential partner.

It’s free to join the Victorian Chamber Community!

News search

education and training

Free overseas qualifications assessment

As Victorian businesses continue to grapple with staff and skills shortages, it may come as some relief to learn the Overseas Qualifications Unit (OQU) provides a free and confidential assessment of current or prospective employees’ overseas qualifications to determine their compatibility with Australian standards.

21 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

member stories

Member referral program to grow Victorian business

Know a business that could benefit from joining Victoria’s peak business body? The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry is proud to launch a member referral program to grow a more diverse and robust business community in Victoria.

16 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

member stories

Indeed Australia: Connecting people with opportunities

As the top job site in the world with more than 300 million visitors every month, Indeed gives job seekers free access to search for jobs, post resumes, and research companies; and employers a large talent pool and analytics to help inform their recruitment strategy.

Fast Five

08 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

policy and advocacy

State Budget submission identifies 68 initiatives

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry has released its 2023-24 State Budget submission, putting forward 68 recommendations to boost jobs and investment around energy, tax, regulation, skills and training, infrastructure, manufacturing, transport, major events and Victoria’s regions.

State and Federal Budgets

06 March 2023

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

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

member stories

Qantas launches regional grants program

Melbourne Chamber member Qantas is inviting regional community groups across Australia to apply for a share of $10 million as part of its grants program

28 February 2023

member stories

Simple ways to help manage your money better

The new year is an excellent opportunity to reflect on what we want to achieve in 2023, personally or financially. Getting a head start on managing your finances and super can make a big difference in achieving your savings goals. From budgeting to managing your super, here are some simple ways to help improve your finances in 2023.

20 February 2023

member stories

Why digital transformation is important to consider

We often hear about the importance of updating a company’s technological capabilities regularly. But why is digital transformation so important to consider in your business growth strategy this year?

15 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

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

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


Restricted Page

You are being redirected to our login page!