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 and media

workplace relations

Industrial relations in the Victorian Chamber spotlight

A Victorian Chamber webinar will help explain the High Court's Qantas v Transport Workers Union (TWU) decision and its implications on the industrial relations system.

27 September 2023

state government

Daniel Andrews resigns as Victorian Premier

Daniel Andrews has stepped down as Premier of Victoria and Member for Mulgrave, effective 5pm Wednesday 27 September 2023.

26 September 2023

state government

Victorian Chamber thanks Premier Daniel Andrews

Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has today announced his resignation from the position of Premier of Victoria and Member for Mulgrave, effective as of 5pm Wednesday 27 September 2023.

26 September 2023

workplace relations

Victorian Chamber reviews Closing Loopholes Bill

Members and other stakeholders have an opportunity to view a Victorian Chamber overview of the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes) Bill 2023.

20 September 2023

state government

Victorian Government releases Housing Statement

Document outlines planning and housing reform to ease the Victorian housing crisis.

20 September 2023

innovation

Envisioning a smart and sustainable future Victoria

Victorians have an exclusive opportunity to hear and discuss how to shape the future of the State around population increases, growth suburbs, multicultural Melbourne, health and transport.

20 September 2023

workplace relations

Guidance on preventing workplace sexual harassment

Recent changes to Federal legislation have led to new powers for the Fair Work Commission (FWC) to address workplace sexual harassment matters.

19 September 2023

state government

Aussie dream needs us to think outside the box

“It's not a house, it's a home”. And while most of us will remember with a smile the brilliance of The Castle, it's also a great reminder of why housing is in absolute focus today.

19 September 2023

workplace relations

Demotion and pay cut deemed a ‘dismissal’

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) has ruled that a demotion can amount to a ‘dismissal’, despite a person remaining employed, if the employer does not follow correct processes.

13 September 2023

education and training

Connecting international students with employers in Victoria

The Study Melbourne International Student Careers Fair is the first of its kind in Victoria, dedicated to connecting international students and graduates with employers looking for high-calibre graduates.

06 September 2023

workplace relations

Act now on end-of-year shutdowns

Businesses with an end-of-year shutdown period should be aware of Fair Work Commission (FWC) rules that affect annual leave.

06 September 2023

workplace relations

Federal Government introduces Closing Loopholes Bill

The Federal Government has introduced a Fair Work Act Amendment Bill to Federal Parliament, proposing significant changes to the industrial relations landscape which will impact the way we do business. 

06 September 2023

education and training

Providing digital skills to Victorian businesses

Some prominent industry names are benefiting from the SummerTech LIVE digital skills program co-delivered by the Victorian Chamber.

30 August 2023

esg

EPA seeks landfill operator insight

Landfill operators are being asked to provide operational and regulatory feedback to the Environment Protection Authority (EPA) Victoria.

29 August 2023

workplace relations

Employee dismissed before first shift

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) has thrown out an employer’s jurisdictional objection to their former employee who filed a General Protections claim after she questioned her pay and was consequently dismissed.

28 August 2023

health safety and wellbeing

Sick Pay Guarantee pilot expands

The Victorian Government pilot scheme enabling casual, contract, self-employed workers access to sick and carer’s pay has been expanded and now includes more occupations.

28 August 2023


Restricted Page

You are being redirected to our login page!