Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Victorian Chamber Reveals Federal Election Agenda
The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry is today launching our Back in Business Federal Election Platform, outlining six key reform priorities to drive economic growth, support businesses and secure Victoria’s future prosperity.
With Australia facing a slowing economy, skills shortages and rising business costs, the Victorian Chamber is urging the next Federal Government to put business at the centre of decision-making and implement policy settings that will enable businesses to thrive, create jobs and boost wages.
Back in Business outlines the reforms and policies businesses need to unlock investment, improve workforce participation and drive long-term prosperity.
The Victorian Chamber’s election platform identifies six key areas where immediate action in needed: a competitive tax system and smart regulation; fixing apprenticeships, addressing labour shortages and the future talent pipeline; affordable, secure and reliable energy; nationally coordinated enabling infrastructure; unleashing the competitive advantage of our regions and developing global industries while investing in digital technology and cyber security.
There are 23 recommendations which cover a comprehensive reform agenda designed to transform Australia’s economic landscape, including:
For a full copy of the Victorian Chamber’s Back in Business Federal Election Platform, please email