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member stories

Taking care of business, taking care of your people

While we are constantly reminded of how ‘unprecedented’ the COVID-19 pandemic is for businesses to operate, Monkami has shown the vital role that business continuity plans still play.

Member Stories

31 August 2021

covid 19

Paramedics in a pandemic: how COVID-19 has impacted AV

With a jump in demand for Ambulance Victoria’s services during the COVID-19 pandemic, AV’s Chief Executive Officer details the pandemic's impact on staff and the future of AV.

Fast Five

30 August 2021

workplace relations

Received an unfair dismissal claim? Don’t panic!

Unfair dismissal claims are very common. While being proactive and taking legal advice before dismissing an employee is vital, it won't always prevent a claim from being lodged.

26 August 2021

chief executive update

Chief Executive Update 25 August 2021

I felt a shift in the fight against COVID-19 this week when Prime Minister Scott Morrison remarked, “this Groundhog Day has to end”. I couldn’t agree more!

25 August 2021

workplace relations

How businesses need to prevent, respond to sexual harassment

As highlighted in the National Inquiry into Sexual Harassment in the Workplace report, businesses need to act now to eliminate and respond to sexual harassment in the workplace.

23 August 2021

covid 19

Explained: COVID-19 vaccine policies in the workplace

As debate swells around the role the workplace plays in the COVID-19 vaccine rollout, businesses have vastly more questions than answers. Here is everything you need to know.

18 August 2021

member stories

Melbourne Airport still flying despite extraordinary turbulence

Not since September 11, 2001, has Melbourne Airport faced such capricious circumstances in which to operate. Lyell Strambi explains how the business is navigating the storm.

Fast Five

17 August 2021

covid 19

Victorians have their say on mandatory vaccination policies

The Victorian Chamber asked more than 1,500 businesses across all sectors, sizes and regions if mandatory COVID-19 vaccination should be enforced. Here are the results.

16 August 2021

chief executive update

Opinion piece by Victorian Chamber Chief Executive Paul Guerra

Lockdowns. We’ve had a few. And there will probably be a few more before we are done. Like them or not, it’s the agreed weapon of choice to combat COVID-19 until vaccination rates get to 80 per cent. They have worked to effectively stop the spread.  

14 August 2021

chief executive update

Chief Executive Update 11 August 2021

It was mixed news for the business community this week with Regional Victoria freed from Lockdown Six but Metropolitan Victoria required to stay in lockdown for another seven days.

11 August 2021

workplace relations

Train driver back on track after drink-driving incident

A business has been ordered by the Fair Work Commission to reinstate and compensate a long-standing train driver after dismissing him following an out-of-work drink-driving incident.

10 August 2021

workplace relations

Top five mistakes and pitfalls of workplace investigations

Accusations of wrongdoing are common in the workplace. Unfortunately, investigations by managers and HR professionals are bungled just as often.

09 August 2021

policy and advocacy

WorkPac vs Rossato explained: how this decision impacts you

After years of litigation, the High Court of Australia has finally handed down a landmark decision, closing a pathway for casual employees to seek backpay for leave entitlements.

05 August 2021

workplace relations

FWC: dismissal for refusing vaccination not ‘harsh or unfair’

The Fair Work Commission has said the dismissal of a home care employee was not 'unjust or disproportionate’ after refusing to receive a free and mandatory flu vaccination.

04 August 2021

member stories

Hastings Ostrich Farms refusing to bury their head in the sand

Michael Hastings, founder of Hastings Ostrich Farms, operates one of Australia’s few breeding farms of ostriches. While his business may be unique, he faces a common problem.

Member Stories

03 August 2021

innovation

13cabs driven to the edge, but still moving forward

No other industry over the past 10 years has faced greater challenges than the taxi industry. Simon Purssey explains how 13cabs stayed in the drivers’ seat and navigated hazards.

Fast Five

02 August 2021


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