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workplace relations

JobsBank: driving positive change and increasing employer inclusivity

Working to conquer ‘invisible barriers’ and the challenges faced by job seekers from diverse backgrounds, not-for-profit organisation JobsBank continues to successfully drive change and uphold a commitment to increasing employer inclusivity and fill workforce gaps.

Fast Five

10 September 2021

workplace relations

Sticky fingers: Dismissed employee takes the cake

The Fair Work Commission has found an employee accused of stealing a cake was unfairly dismissed.

10 September 2021

workplace relations

Free Employer Health Check can identify gaps in business compliance

The VCCI's new self-assessment tool will help you determine if you have sufficient knowledge and processes within key areas to ensure you understand your obligations.

07 September 2021

workplace relations

Top tips for effective performance management

VCCI's Workplace Relations team is often called by businesses at the point of desperation. Here is a guide on how to prevent an unengaged workforce and dismissal related claims.

06 September 2021

workplace relations

Employment relationship ‘not broken’ by resignation

Fair Work Commission finds a five-day break between resigning from a fixed-term position and working a casual shift was not a ‘break in service,’ opening a claim for unfair dismissal.

02 September 2021

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

Victorian Spring and Summer to lead Victoria’s recovery

Absence makes the heart grow fonder and, I don’t know about you, but I’m looking forward to a time when lockdowns are gone and we get back to enjoying the Victoria that we love.

30 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

covid 19

Chief Executive Regional Column: Business support

Welcome to the August edition of Chief Executive Paul Guerra's monthly regional column - covering issues, news and developments important to Victoria’s regional businesses.

Regional Victoria

26 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

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

Support expanded to keep Victorian business in business

The Victorian Chamber is pleased that the State and Federal Governments have again come together to announce a further $807 million in support for Victorian businesses to get through the second extension of Lockdown Six.

19 August 2021

covid 19

More grants, support for businesses in lockdown

The State and Federal Governments have jointly announced a further $2.32 billion in financial support for Victorian businesses struggling during Lockdown Six.

19 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


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