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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.

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.

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

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.

Military strikes in the Middle East have heightened the risk of broader regional escalation and ongoing attacks.

Victorian businesses looking to expand into Southeast Asia or deepen regional partnerships are invited to participate in the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) Professional Placements program.

The Victorian Chamber’s international services help businesses navigate global markets with confidence, and with a wide range of government programs and grants, businesses can unlock new opportunities for domestic and international growth.

With Australia signing a landmark bilateral agreement on critical minerals and rare earths with the United States, the Victorian Chamber is delighted to host renowned US consultancy Ergo for a special briefing on Australia-American trade relations.