#Victoria
Working from home is moving from a request to a right in Victoria
Victoria’s proposed work from home bill would give eligible employees a legal right to two days remote work per week.
Victoria’s economy has recovered to pre-pandemic levels: report
According to the NAB Monthly Business Survey, business confidence in Victoria was the highest of any state.
State Government funding worth $50,000 now available to Victorian SMEs to adopt and develop technology
The state government has announced SMEs will be able to apply for up to $50,000 in funding for innovation tech projects from this month.
$143 million business support package announced by Victorian Government following 5-day lockdown
Victorian business affected by the most recent lockdown may be eligible for support thanks to a Circuit Breaker Support Package introduced by the State Government.
Victoria claims title of Australia’s job capital as employment numbers surge
Victoria has claimed a post-lockdown victory with promising employment numbers that place the state ahead of the rest of Australia.
[UPDATED] NSW cafes and restaurants can double capacity as COVID restrictions across the state ease further
Some good news for cafes and restaurants across NSW as COVID-19 restrictions relax further from today, Friday, following a promising month.
Energy consumers in Victoria to receive support until March 2021
The Victorian Essential Services Commission announced this week that it will introduce new mandatory requirements for energy retailers to provide “reasonable” assistance to small businesses in “financial distress” and support for residential customers. On 24 August, the commission released temporary coronavirus pandemic requirements to assist small businesses and residential customers in Victoria on top of […]
How three small Victoria brands grew from social media
More and more small businesses are growing their brands using online platforms and building presence, following and revenue. The power of social media was something not missed by these three small businesses in Victoria, who have been capitalising on the commercial opportunities that Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and other social media platforms provide. Bendigo Brittle, Peggy […]
Entrepreneur steps down as CEO of KX Pilates
New leader joins franchise.
Vic to boost gig economy worker rights
Protections for gig workers are set for a boost.
Victoria Government backing health startups
The Andrews Labor Government has announced new funding to accelerate the growth of Victoria’s health startups and capitalise on one of Victoria’s leading industries. Delivered by Victoria’s startup development agency, LaunchVic, the funding will support accelerator and education programs focused on the health sector – including medtech, biotech, pharma, health and ageing services and disability […]
Vic Govt to spend $2.9m on startup education
The Victorian Government will invest $2.9 million in educating thousands of Victorian startups though the state’s startup agency, LaunchVic. Sixteen service providers have been selected to run the education programs, with up to 2,000 places available to Victorian startup founders and their staff. The programs will vary in length and format, and include short courses, intensive […]
LaunchVic-backed accelerator aims to help migrants, refugees overcome startup hurdles
Entrepreneurial migrants and refugees are being encouraged to apply for a free accelerator program that has been designed to generate long-term economic value for Victoria by increasing diversity and inclusion in the local startup ecosystem. The First Gens Program is being run by YGAP – an international not-for-profit that backs early-stage social impact ventures – […]
Two in three Victorian startups are exporters
A new report into Victoria’s startup landscape reveals that a majority of ventures are revenue positive within the first two years but are not giving thought to an exit strategy. Commissioned by LaunchVic in collaboration with Startup Victoria and dandolopartners the report – titled Mapping Victoria’s Ecosystem – defines a startup as any business with […]
From unfair contract terms to optimism: A VSBC update on Victoria’s small businesses
The Victorian Small Business Commissioner, Judy O’Connell, provided Dynamic Business with insights into the state’s small business sector, including barriers to growth and the need for owners to prioritise mental health, ahead of her appearance at the Vodafone National Small Business Summit on Friday (25 August). DB: What will you be speaking on at the summit? O’Connell: […]
Churning demand for locally made organic butter
A group of 23 organic dairy farmers in Victoria are having such great success with their locally made butter they have been able to double production in under a year since launching.
New co-op laws level the playing field
An industry body for co-operative businesses has labeled a change in New South Wales and Victorian law a ‘watershed’ moment for the sector.
Show support for small business day this weekend
This Saturday 19 October the Victorian Government is playing host to Support Small Business Day. The initiative is aimed at raising the profile of the contribution small business makes to the economy.
State finalists for Telstra Business Awards named
Telstra Business Awards finalists for the Australian Capital Territory, Tasmania and Victoria have been named.
Small Business Festival in Victoria this August
Victoria’s Small Business Festival is taking place across the state during August 2011. Hundreds of exciting business events will provide inspiration, ideas and information for anyone interested in starting, building or running a business.
Businesses must save energy: Victoria challenge
Bendigo Bank and climate change partnership Carbon Down have joined forces to encourage Victorian businesses to reduce their energy use for the dual benefit of protecting against energy price rises and reducing their carbon footprint.
Aussies: Down but not out this Australia Day
With Australia Day this week it’s an opportunity to not only reflect on Australia as a nation, but recognise each person who in their own way has worked hard and contributed vital assistance, be it if they were affected themselves or they have helped following the floods.
“Buy Australian Made” to help Queensland flood victims: Campaign urges
The Australian Made, Australian Grown (AMAG) Campaign is urging Australians to ‘buy local’ in an effort to help those impacted by the Queensland floods.
Tips for mortgage holders affected by Queensland & Victorian Floods
Mortgage Choice has identified a number of tips for mortgage holders and businesses with loans affected by the floods in Queensland and Victoria, we have republished them below and hope you find them useful.