Business rallies civic leaders to help forge a stronger Victoria

Research explored at a Committee for Melbourne and SEC Newgate briefing offers Victorian businesses a snapshot of community expectations ahead of the State Election.

From tax relief and energy security to budget repair and business growth, Victoria Votes brought Premier Ben Carroll and Opposition Leader Jess Wilson together to outline their competing visions for the state’s economic future.

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) is calling on all sides of politics to demonstrate fiscal discipline during the election campaign, warning that Victoria cannot afford a new wave of costly promises.

The Open for Business campaign is giving Victorian businesses a simple way to share their story, highlight the challenges they face, and help shape the policies that will influence Victoria’s future.

Sally Curtain joined Jacqui Felgate to hear from businesses across Victoria and how they’re coping in the current conditions.

Before voting on this Bill, members of the Upper House ask whether it makes the state a more attractive place to do business, to invest time, and to invest money.

Over a thousand Victorian Chamber members have had their say on the proposed WFH legislation, a majority declaring the legislation will negatively impact their operation.

The Victorian Chamber’s annual Business Pulse survey is here. Share your feedback for a chance to win 1 of 5 $250 VISA prepaid gift cards.

Businesses are reminded to review their payment systems and pricing ahead of changes to card surcharging rules from 1 October 2026.

Almost 60 per cent of survey respondents said they would be more likely to start, expand or invest outside of Victoria, if the Work from Home bill is passed.

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) and the Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI) have welcomed the appointment of Royal Commission and announcement of the Terms of Reference into crime and misconduct in Vitoria's construction industry.

Today’s unemployment data is further evidence of the need to reassess the Work From Home legislation, according to the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry.