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Several Victorian Chamber members have been recognised among Victoria’s leading exporters, taking home category honours at the 2026 Governor of Victoria Export Awards.

Victorian food and agriculture businesses are invited to explore new sourcing and trade opportunities at the India–Australia Food & Agri Business Connect in Melbourne on Thursday 8 October 2026.

A lot has changed since Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s Chief Executive Sally Curtain was last in the studio for 3AW Radio Drive.

For businesses looking to strengthen supply chains, explore new markets and build international partnerships, few opportunities offer the scale and potential of the Canton Fair.

Widespread corruption within the building and construction sector, along with Work from Home legislation were the main focus for Sally Curtain, Chief Executive of the Victorian Chamber’s time on 3AW Drive.

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Committee for Melbourne have released a business-led election platform outlining practical reforms to strengthen regional economies, including the border city of Wodonga, which continues to experience significant population and business growth.

Victoria has secured its position as Australia’s top food and fibre exporter for the second consecutive year.

A new offshore gas project in the Otway Basin has been approved, designed as a step towards securing Victoria’s future energy supply during the transition to net zero.

ATA Carnets, described as a “passport for goods”, are set to undergo their biggest change in decades, with a global shift from paper to digital processing beginning in mid 2026.

Escalating conflict in the Middle East is placing pressure on global fuel supplies and driving volatility in energy markets. Disruption to key shipping routes has pushed oil prices higher, with flow-on effects now being felt across Australia – including by Victorian businesses and households. Key government measures at providing relief to date have included free public transport and halving the fuel excise.

Melbourne has taken centre stage in the global gender equality movement, hosting the launch of the Melbourne Declaration for Gender Equality at the Women Deliver 2026 Conference (WD2026) at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC).

The Australian Government has finalised a new free trade agreement (FTA) with the European Union (EU), allowing around 98 per cent of the current value of Australia’s exports to enter the EU duty free.