Here at the Victorian Chamber we are constantly working to better our services for our members, continue advocacy at the highest levels of government and provide innovative services and training for Victorian businesses.

If your goal in 2017 is to grow your organisation, go global, upskill your workers or management team, get in touch with our team to find out how we can help you achieve your goals.

If you are winding down for the holiday break, take some time to read our new digital Business Excellence magazine. With a theme of corporate citizenship, the magazine features some of the best practices in Victoria from you, our members, such as the AFL’s community programs, Royal Flying Doctor Service partnerships and a health hub run by Cabrini Hospital.

The magazine reveals the top five reasons employees stay with an employer, and gives advice on how to make your workplace mentally healthy.

While we continue to advocate against extra public holidays being added to Victoria’s calendar, I would like to acknowledge the businesses that are impacted by the additional public holiday on December 25. For all members still operating over the holiday period, I hope this is a productive and successful time for you.

Finally, I would like to wish you a very happy Christmas and New Year, and look forward to working with you all in 2017.