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economy

New charges for new financial year

The start of the 2022-23 financial year also ushers in a raft of new costs for businesses with wages, superannuation and energy prices rising from today, July 1.

01 July 2022

workplace relations

Workplace vaccination mandates eased

The Victorian Government recently announced changes to the state’s vaccine mandates.

29 June 2022

workplace relations

Closing the gender pay gap in SMEs

The Victorian Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission (EOHRC) has launched a survey of businesses to help close the gender pay gap in Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs).

29 June 2022

member stories

La Trobe University: transforming people and communities

La Trobe University has been making a positive difference to the lives of Victorians since 1967

Fast Five

27 June 2022

workplace relations

Why mediation can effectively resolve workplace conflict

The sooner a business acts on workplace conflict, the more likely it is to achieve a resolution. Managing conflict quickly can reduce ongoing disputes and reduce legal risk

24 June 2022

economy

‘Prosperity beyond profit’ to boost sustainability

Sustainability is as much about better utilising existing assets and people as it is implementing major change.

21 June 2022

workplace relations

Improving Human Resources

Victorian Chamber members have joined forces to undertake an important study on the state of the Human Resources (HR) sector in the wake of the pandemic.

16 June 2022

economy

The benefits of sustainability for businesses

Strengthening Melbourne’s position as a sustainable city can deliver benefits for the business economy and commercialisation of new industries.

15 June 2022

covid 19

Connection crucial in post-pandemic workplaces

As more Victorians balance working at home with the office, wellness and the physical and mental health of employees has never been more important. 

09 June 2022

member stories

TRANSEARCH: building high-calibre leadership teams

As an eminent executive search and leadership consultancy, TRANSEARCH Australia builds successful leadership teams for its clients.

Fast Five

31 May 2022

workplace relations

Employee threatened and dismissed after seeking underpayments

A private golf club and its owner are being sued by a former sales representative who alleges she was sacked after requesting back-payment for unpaid commission.

24 May 2022

member stories

Gallagher: empowering clients to handle risk

Founded by Arthur J. Gallagher in Chicago in 1927, today the eponymous insurance brokerage, risk management and consulting firm operates in more than 60 countries. In Australia it is the chosen partner for more than 130,000 businesses, from small enterprises to multinational corporations and iconic brands. 

18 May 2022

workplace relations

FWC increases family and domestic violence paid leave

On 16 May 2022 the Fair Work Commission (FWC) handed down a decision as part of its ongoing review of Modern Award entitlements, including in relation to Family and Domestic Violence (FDV) leave.

18 May 2022

workplace relations

Grievance and conflict resolution in the workplace

Workplace investigations can be time-consuming and costly for businesses, especially if the grievance could have been resolved by an informal approach.

17 May 2022

member stories

Have your say on Melbourne Airport’s third runway plans

With consultation on Melbourne Airport’s Third Runway closing this month, Victorian Chamber members are encouraged to provide feedback and support on the Draft Plan.

13 May 2022

workplace relations

Top tips to ensure your business remains HR compliant

Human resources compliance has been in the spotlight at both a state and federal level. Businesses want to do the right thing but navigating the complex workplace relations system is an ongoing challenge.

11 May 2022


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