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Statement on Tim Pallas’ resignation

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The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry extends our gratitude and appreciation to Tim Pallas MP for his contribution to Victoria’s business and economic landscape following the announcement of his retirement as Victorian Treasurer, Minister for Industrial Relations, Minister for Economic Growth and Member for Werribee. Mr Pallas has served as Treasurer for a decade … Continued

NORTH EAST LINK TUNNEL REACHES THE ONE KILOMETRE MARK

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Tunnelling is powering ahead on the Allan Labor Government’s North East Link – with the first of two tunnel boring machines (TBM) having tunneled more than one kilometre. Minister for Transport Infrastructure Danny Pearson today entered the new tunnel for the first time to announce TBMs Zelda and Gillian are well on their way to … Continued

MEDIA ALERT

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09:45am for 10:30am What: Minister Pearson to make an announcement.    Where: North East Link Watsonia site – corner Yallambie Road and Greensborough Road.   Long pants and long sleeves required.     Contact: Mike Dolan 0474 909 471    

Industry rejects the Victorian Government’s proposed gas ban

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A coalition of leading Victorian industry bodies, representing more than 100,000 businesses and tens of billions of dollars in investment, is urging the state government to reconsider its proposed gas ban.   The Building Electrification Regulatory Impact Statement will increase costs for large and small businesses, stifle crucial gas investment and leave Victorians facing higher … Continued

Rewiring Australia endorses Victorian electrification push to save households money

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Rewiring Australia has endorsed the Victorian Government’s proposed rule to phase out expensive gas appliances, which will lower energy bills and emissions for households across the state. “Thanks to this policy, more Victorians will have lower energy bills and healthier homes,” said Chief Executive Officer Dan Cass. “We back the Victorian Government’s plans to help … Continued

Victoria’s gas bans take away consumer choice, hurt the economy and will force households and businesses into debt

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13 December 2024 The Gas Appliance Manufacturers Association of Australia (GAMAA) today expressed its disappointment that the Victorian Government has once again ignored feedback from industry regarding the real costs of its proposed bans on replacing or installing gas appliances in new and existing households and new commercial buildings. GAMAA president Ross Jamieson said: “Rather … Continued

MEDIA ALERT

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  9.20am for 9.30am start   What: Deputy Premier and Minister for Education Ben Carroll to doorstop   Where: Northern Bay College P-12, P-8 – Hendy Street Campus   Contact: Bree Guthrie 0456 655 050  

Victorian Chamber welcomes Economic Growth Statement

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The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry welcomes the Victorian Government’s Economic Growth Statement, which marks a significant step towards driving further growth and investment in our state. Victorian Chamber Chief Executive, Paul Guerra, led an advisory committee that contributed to the Statement, ensuring the voice of business was heard in shaping the State Government’s … Continued

Rural & Regional Student Access To Training Hit By Victorian Government Cuts

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The Victorian Government’s cuts to skills funding have sent shockwaves through the state’s skills training sector.  Students across Victoria, particularly in rural and regional communities, face significant hurdles in accessing skills training opportunities, according to the Independent Tertiary Education Council Australia (ITECA), the peak body representing independent providers in the skills training, higher education, and … Continued