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How can we get business to truly thrive in the ACT?

Although the Federal Government is a massive part of the Canberra economy, the private sector is critical to the future of the ACT.

Down to business: ACT Government crucial in creating healthy business environment

Spring is here, which brings not only improved weather and warmer temperatures (long may they last), but also two real highlights of the Canberra calendar – Floriade, and the Canberra Business Chamber’s annual State of the Territory lunch with the Chief Minister.

Canberra Business Chamber Business After Business August networking event

Canberra Business Chamber Business After Business August networking event, Hyatt Hotel Canberra.

Canberra Business Chamber: Speaking up for business in the ACT

I am Greg Harford, the new Chief Executive of the Canberra Business Chamber, and my role is to speak up for business here in the ACT.

Does ACT Small Business Strategy meet the sector’s needs?

The ACT Government’s Small Business Strategy 2023-26, released last week, has been both praised and criticised by business leaders.

ACT Budget falls short of Canberra businesses’ expectations

The Canberra Business Chamber feels that the ACT Budget was a missed opportunity to support businesses facing rising costs and shortages.

Calvary takeover does not inspire business confidence in ACT

The Canberra Business Chamber is concerned that the ACT Government’s takeover of Calvary will impact government commercial arrangements.

Greg Harford to head Canberra Business Chamber

Greg Harford, CEO of Retail NZ, has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Canberra Business Chamber.

Government urged to prioritise local business in next ACT budget

The ACT’s peak business group has called on the ACT government to invest in major infrastructure projects and to cut red tape to deliver economic benefits ahead of the next ACT Budget.

Graham Catt: ‘A privilege’ to lead the Canberra Business Chamber

Outgoing CEO Graham Catt looks back on his three years leading the Canberra Business Chamber through the pandemic.

Are you local? Street Food Live comes to Enlighten Festival

Street Food Live opens tonight on the lawns of Old Parliament House, and runs for the next 10 days, as part of the Enlighten Festival.

Private sector wages increase more than in public sector

Businesses are delivering the strongest rate of wages growth in more than decade, as the national private sector wages bill rose by 3.6 per cent in 2022, compared to 2.5 per cent in the public sector, according to data released today by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).

Down to business: Blue sky with grey clouds ahead

After a much needed few weeks of holidays for many of us, we‘re already back to the reality of life, work, school, and business in 2023.

Committee recommends portable long service leave despite industry opposition

Should workers in industries typified by short-term employment be eligible for portable long service leave? Opinion is divided in the ACT.

Business chamber backs call for new Canberra stadium, convention centre

A new proposal for a City Precinct housing an "intergenerational" convention centre and sports stadium worthy of the national capital has the support of the Canberra Business Chamber and over 20 organisations.

Fears for Canberra small businesses during light rail disruption

The Canberra Business Chamber says the ACT Government must be prepared to support small businesses in Canberra’s CBD impacted by light rail.

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