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workplace relations

Changes proposed to employee records exemption

The Federal Government is currently considering changes to privacy laws so it is timely for employers to ensure they understand their obligations to employees.

23 August 2023

metropolitan business

Grants for Melbourne small businesses and events

The City of Melbourne’s Small Business Grants Program will return for the first time since 2019, providing grants of up to $20,000 to support innovation and expansion. 

23 August 2023

metropolitan business

Hybrid work here to stay: Chamber survey

The latest CBD occupancy survey by the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry finds the office continues to play a vital role in our professional lives but employers are accepting flexible arrangements and work-life balance.

21 August 2023

regional business

Prioritising regional business resilience

Prosperity in Victoria’s regions relies on equity and opportunity, Victorian Chamber Chief Executive Paul Guerra has told The Herald Sun Bush Summit 2023.

17 August 2023

workplace relations

Verbal 'resignation' leads to unfair dismissal

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) found an employee was harshly dismissed after expressing his desire to quit in a heated argument.

14 August 2023

member stories

Hybrid work acceptance grows, but only slightly

Workers and employers continue to navigate the balance of working from home and in the office.

09 August 2023

workplace relations

How to avoid wage underpayments

Wage underpayments can result in long audits, costly penalties and reputational damage to your business.

09 August 2023

metropolitan business

New end-of-lease guidance for retail tenants

Retail tenants need to take important steps to prepare for the end of their lease to meet responsibilities and avoid issues.

07 August 2023

health safety and wellbeing

Paid family and domestic violence leave

Employees have access to 10 days of paid family and domestic violence leave in a 12-month period under new laws.

01 August 2023

workplace relations

Preparing for enterprise agreement negotiations

It’s important for employers to keep abreast of legislative changes and the business landscape to secure an enterprise agreement (EA) that benefits your business and employees.

31 July 2023

health safety and wellbeing

Does your business have a recruiting glass ceiling?

Ethnic name discrimination highlights glass ceilings do exist in the workplace, according to a Monash Business School study.

31 July 2023

workplace relations

Employee unlawfully dismissed due to disability

The Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia has found an employer unlawfully dismissed an employee after learning about their ADHD and autism diagnosis and medication use.

27 July 2023

metropolitan business

Forestry industry transition support

Financial support is available for businesses affected by the ending of native timber harvesting.

24 July 2023

workplace relations

How to manage employee warnings

From verbal warnings to disciplinary hearings, managers and employers will be required to take the lead in these challenging exchanges with employees as part of accountability measures in the workplace.

19 July 2023

member stories

Joining forces for affordable housing in Victoria

Employers to partner with National Affordable Housing (NAH) to deliver affordable housing options for employees in Victoria – and reap the benefits from it.

18 July 2023

regional business

Cancelling Commonwealth Games disappointing but financially responsible

18 July 2023


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