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health safety and wellbeing

First industrial manslaughter conviction in Victoria

In a stark reminder to employers of their safety responsibilities, a stonemasonry business became the first company convicted under Victoria's workplace manslaughter laws, fined $1.3 million after causing the death of a worker who was fatally crushed at a Somerton factory.

22 February 2024

workplace relations

Positive drug test not enough for termination

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) has found in favour of an employee’s unfair dismissal claim after returning a positive drug test.

14 February 2024

workplace relations

Employee unlawfully dismissed due to illness

A casual teenage worker has received compensation after being sacked while sick with a chest infection.

05 February 2024

workplace relations

Why you must correctly classify and pay employees

A recent Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia decision is a timely reminder of the importance of ongoing business compliance around employee classification and pay.

31 January 2024

workplace relations

Attorney awarded compensation for unfair dismissal

A patent and trademark attorney has been awarded compensation after the Fair Work Commission (FWC) found that although there was a valid reason for dismissal, the termination process was harsh.

22 January 2024

state government

‘Every Bit Different’ showcases best of Victorian tourism

A new Victorian tourism campaign has been launched alongside the Australian Open that aims to build on record-high visitor expenditure in the state.

15 January 2024

tourism and events

Business Voice: Leadership and loyalty with Ann Peacock

Ann Peacock is a trailblazer in fostering positive change during her tenure as the former General Manager of Community and Charity at Crown Melbourne, her commitment to the community, and tireless efforts in raising funds for high-profile charity events.

21 December 2023

workplace relations

Time to prepare for first Closing Loopholes Act changes

Some parts of the Federal Government’s latest reforms to the Fair Work Act (FWA) have now come into effect.

15 December 2023

state government

Navigating the WorkCover Amendment Bill 2023

The Inquiry into the Workplace Injury Rehabilitation and Compensation Amendment (WorkCover Scheme Modernisation) Bill 2023 has shed light on critical concerns surrounding the proposed changes, with the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry playing a pivotal role in advocating for the interests of businesses across the state.

14 December 2023

member stories

Enjoy the best of Melbourne over the new year

With plenty of Melbourne Chamber member events and attractions on offer, keep your family and friends, or business and clients, entertained over the new year.

13 December 2023

workplace relations

‘Split’ Closing Loopholes Bill passes parliament

Key measures of the Fair Work Act reform have passed parliament and others have been delayed for further debate in the new year.

07 December 2023

workplace relations

Harsh dismissal despite apprentice ‘dishonesty’

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) has ordered a car dealership compensate a former apprentice after “disproportionately” dismissing him without notice for falsifying a car service inspection.

06 December 2023

international affairs

Reflections of Victoria’s first female Governor

The Honourable Linda Dessau AC CVO, former Governor of Victoria says her role taught her “how lucky we are” to be in Victoria, even if there’s a long way to go on social issues such as gender equality.

06 December 2023

tourism and events

Chamber celebrates AFLW leadership on and off the field

The official Victorian Chamber AFLW Grand Final Lunch hosted 300 people at the MCG for an event that transcended the boundaries of sport, business, and inspiration. 

30 November 2023

workplace relations

How ‘fixed’ are fixed-term contracts?

A Victorian Chamber briefing will explain key changes around fixed-term contracts under the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Secure Jobs, Better Pay) Act 2022.

29 November 2023

workplace relations

Intoxicated kitchen hand dismissal upheld

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) has found that a kitchen hand was lawfully dismissed after he returned to the workplace in his own time while intoxicated to prepare for his next shift.

20 November 2023


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