Victorian election reforms critical to securing Albury-Wodonga’s future growth

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

Nine Victorian Chamber members are among the finalists in this year’s Australian Manufacturing Awards, showcasing the strength, innovation and diverse capabilities of Victoria’s manufacturing sector.

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.

Through its involvement in the Mentally Healthy Workplaces program, Truffleduck has strengthened its long-standing commitment to staff wellbeing. Using data, reflection and leadership development, it has supported its people in one of Australia’s most demanding industries.

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.

Victorian businesses are warning the State Government its proposed work-from-home legislation will increase costs, damage hiring and push jobs and investment interstate. New research reveals business concerns have escalated sharply since the policy was first announced.

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Committee for Melbourne have unveiled a comprehensive election platform aimed at strengthening Victoria’s economic performance and supporting regional industries.

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) and Committee for Melbourne (CfM) warns that Geelong risks losing the next generation of industrial investment unless Victoria urgently addresses rising energy costs, regulatory complexity and business competitiveness.

Regional Victoria holds the key to the state’s future prosperity, but decades of underinvestment, rising business costs, workforce shortages and growing infrastructure pressures are limiting its potential.

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry and Committee for Melbourne are calling for a new industry partnership model to help Victoria secure the next wave of global investment and strengthen the state’s long-term economic competitiveness.

As part of Australian Made Week 2026, industry leaders gathered in Melbourne for the Victorian Chamber’s Australian Made, Victorian Led: Spotlight on Manufacturing event, sharing insights into the challenges and opportunities shaping the sector.

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.