A hospital security guard dismissed for tackling an absconding patient has filed a successful unfair dismissal claim against a Victorian hospital. The Fair Work Commission (the “Commission”) found that while there was a valid reason for the termination, the outcome of dismissal was harsh given the circumstances. Compensation of over $31,000 was ordered.

Bringing you a new format for our Victorian Chamber News update, distributed fortnightly. Over the coming months members will notice a range of changes, including more videos that will provide more engaging news and information.

Victoria has one of the best health systems in the world and the state’s diverse health industry is leading the charge to secure further growth that will benefit all Victorians according to the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s Health Industry Taskforce report, Vital to Victoria, released today.

Did you know that the Victorian Government is the largest purchaser of goods and services in the State spending over $34 billion each year on everything from stationary, hospitality, legal and cleaning services, to new trams, trains, roads and buildings.

The workplace manslaughter laws introduced in Victoria last week could capture workplace practices and actions that are deemed negligent conduct, or fatalities that occur in other jurisdictions, or are the direct cause of a mental illness that leads to death, the State Government has revealed.

This week’s update includes information on the recent launch of Vital to Victoria, the Victorian Chamber’s Health Industry Taskforce report, news on the Victorian Government’s introduction of a new workplace manslaughter law to Parliament, and details on Insights Lab, our special content series which covers topics and themes impacting businesses in Victoria.

The Melbourne Chamber of Commerce (MCC) is pleased to report on it's activities during Spring 2019.

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Here we give you an overview of the key rules and guidelines that apply to all goods and services, along with the government departments responsible for administering them. There are also some policies specific to infrastructure and construction projects.

For complete compliance, employers should be aware of impending changes which could significantly affect current, accepted workplace practices, including payments of salaries.

This week’s update includes the announcement of our new President Karyn Sobels, Deputy President Adrian Kloeden and new Board Directors Kylie Warne, Michelle Winzer and Jeremy Blackshaw; we also acknowledge and thank outgoing President Don Rankin, provide an update on the Workplace Manslaughter Bill and information regarding the Victorian Chamber’s current Business Trends and Prospects Survey.

Australian businesses report skills shortages as one of the biggest problems they face and claim it is increasingly hard to find the right people with the right skills locally.

A statement from: Mark Stone AM, Chief Executive, Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry; Stephen Sheridan, Chief Executive Officer, Victorian Farmers Federation; Fiona Nield, Executive Director Victoria, Housing Industry Association; Rebecca Casson, Chief Executive Officer, Master Builders Association of Victoria; Tim Piper, Head Victoria, Australian Industry Group

The Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry welcomes the reintroduction of the Fair Work (Ensuring Integrity No. 2) Bill 2019 into the Parliament this morning.

Thriving manufacturer BRITEX has constantly reinvented itself as since it began fabricating steel in Melbourne more than 80 years ago.

As the 4-year review enters the final stages, Modern Award variations are beginning to be released. The Fair Work Commission has released 31 varied awards which will commence operation on 4 February 2020.