In late 2022, the Commonwealth Government’s ‘Secure Jobs, Better Pay Amendment Act 2022’ was passed by Federal Parliament, delivering some of the most significant changes to Australia’s industrial relations laws in the last decade.

The Victorian Small Business Commission (VSBC) flagged late last year that changes to Victorian landlord retail leasing obligations are now in force.

An Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) submission to the Federal Government’s review of Australia’s migration system proposes comprehensive reform to boost growth, create jobs and encourage innovation.

Happy New Year! I hope you all had a fantastic Christmas and New Year’s with your families and friends and that at least some of you got to enjoy a break. We know this is a busy time for many businesses and we are grateful for your ongoing hard work during the holiday period.

You may have implemented employee wellbeing programs in your organisation, but it’s all too common for managers to overlook their own needs. In the day-to-day grind of directing a team, managing stakeholders, keeping track of outputs and countless other tasks, where does your mental wellbeing fit in?

This month many Australians will be celebrating Australia Day on January 26.

If you have a desk job, here’s what it’s doing to your body.

The Victorian Chamber is partnering with Run the Tan to raise awareness for mental health and fundraise for local charities while promoting an active team culture in the workplace.

New laws banning problematic single-use plastics from sale or supply in Victoria come into effect from Wednesday, 1 February.

Start the new year by taking advantage of a range of government grants, funding, incentives and support services to boost your business.

Your business could benefit from the many grants and assistance programs available to help local exporters grow and sell their products globally.

As Acting Chief Executive, it’s exciting to see so many people getting out and about across Victoria as the summer weather provides the perfect conditions for lapping up what we love about this great state. Many Victorians are returning to work while others are taking an extended break at our tourist hot spots, enjoying the Australian Open, the Lunar New Year and a myriad of other events.

The Victorian Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions is seeking insights into advanced manufacturing practices and technology in the State.

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) denied an employee’s unfair dismissal application after he took a period of unauthorised leave to visit a relative overseas and subsequently filed his application 15 days late.

The latest round of Victoria’s Digital Jobs program is open to employers seeking new digital talent

It’s great to be back after a break enjoying Regional Victoria and thank you to Chanelle, Scott and the team for doing such a fantastic job while I was away. It has already been a big week as school holidays finish and students head back to the classroom. No doubt there’s been a few tears shed by parents of those children starting school and even some tears of joy for parents of those returning!