The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry today released its Regulatory Reform Policy Paper, which puts forward the next pragmatic steps for Victoria’s Regulatory Reform Agenda. It provides a summary of the broad implications of regulatory burden in Victoria, and four significant policy reform recommendations that, if implemented, would enhance productivity, competitiveness, and the overall business environment in the state.

It is with deep sadness that the Victorian Chamber of Commerce pays tribute to esteemed former politician, the Hon. Simon Crean. A highly respected figure in Australian politics, Mr Crean made significant contributions to the nation, leaving an indelible mark on the economic landscape of Victoria and the entire country.

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry congratulates Monash University Vice-Chancellor Professor Margaret Gardner AC, who the Premier today announced will be appointed the 30th Governor of Victoria.

Today’s State Budget of new and increased taxes and levies will hit medium to large businesses and property owners. It will directly impact jobs and investment in Victoria.

Today’s State Government announcement of a 42 per cent increase in WorkCover premiums to 1.8 per cent makes our scheme the most expensive in the country and is yet another increase to the cost of doing business in Victoria.

The Victorian Chamber’s third Business Voice trend survey has revealed a drop in confidence concerning business’ revenue growth with almost one-third of businesses responding that they are less likely to recruit new staff, compared to one in four just six months ago.

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry is delighted to have been named as one of four finalists in the 13th World Chambers Congress (WCC) 2023 Competition in the Best Gender Equity Project category for our Chamber Change program.

The Victorian Chamber welcomes the Federal Government’s 2023-2024 ‘Stronger foundations for a better future’ Budget which delivers a $4.2 billion surplus. The fundamentals of defence, skills and the transition to a net zero economy are clear winners in an otherwise modest budget with few surprises.

Almost three-quarters of CBD-based employees have settled into a weekly routine of working from the office two to three days per week, according to the latest office occupancy survey by the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

Victoria’s peak business and industry body is advocating for the 2023-24 State Budget to provide targeted support to enable business to play a pivotal role in driving Victoria’s economic growth.

Addressing labour and skills shortages, adopting a national approach to payroll tax and providing tax incentives to business to invest in energy efficient technologies are among the recommendations of Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s submission for the 2023-24 Federal Budget.

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry has released `Achieving a Net-Zero Economy: Roadmap for Victorian Businesses’ aimed at helping to reduce energy prices, ensure the reliable supply of energy and support businesses in the transition to a net-zero economy.

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry in partnership with the Melbourne Convention Bureau is delighted to have secured the co-organising committee rights to one of the world’s biggest business events, the 14th World Chambers Congress (WCC) in September 2025.

More than four out of five CBD-based employees are working two or more days a week in the office, according to the latest survey by the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

Victoria’s peak business group, the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, has congratulated Premier Daniel Andrews and the Labor Party on winning the 2022 Victorian Election.

The Victorian Chamber has joined a national push of business chambers to oppose the Federal Government’s proposed Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Secure Jobs, Better Pay) Bill 2022.