To win over Chinese tourists, Colac is using QR codes to communicate with customers in their language of choice.
QR codes in use
Business Environment
Ignite your innovation, our collaboration, Victoria's future
Mental health will be on everyone’s mind at this ignite event
The ignite event series is working with business to reaffirm Victoria as the nation’s knowledge capital.
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Meet Andrew Jackomos, a NAIDOC Week interview
In celebration of NAIDOC Week, we speak with Andrew Jackomos, Executive Director of the Aboriginal Economic Development branch within the Department.
Aerial shot of Fishermans bend in Melbourne, Victoria
Fishermans Bend: Australia's largest urban renewal project
About 80,000 jobs and 80,000 homes are targeted to be created by 2050 at Fishermans Bend.
National Reconciliation Week spotlight – interview with Elly Patira
During National Reconciliation Week we speak with Elly Patira, director of Aboriginal affairs at the Department of Premier and Cabinet, Victoria.
Panel discussion with the commissioners, from left to right, Brett Stevens Michelle Wade Adam Cunneen Tim Dillon
In conversation with Victoria’s Commissioners to Asia
Victoria’s four Asia-based Commissioners recently participated in a panel discussion. Discover what we learnt from being in attendance.
Group photo, Linda at Pascoe Vale Girls College
Meet Victoria’s Governor - The Honourable Linda Dessau AC
We speak with Victoria’s 29th Governor, Her Excellency the Honourable Linda Dessau AC.
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2018's most interesting people
For those who appreciate insightful conversations with compelling people, we recommend reviewing our top interviews and profile pieces from 2018.
The reality of under-insurance and a helpful new toolkit
As we head into peak bushfire season, don’t get caught out: grab a copy of the ‘Insure It, It’s Worth It’ toolkit.
Gillian Sparkes smiling at the office desk
Meet Victoria’s Commissioner for Environmental Sustainability, Dr Gillian Sparkes
Victoria’s prosperity and liveability are closely linked to our environment, says Dr Gillian Sparkes.
Mark Rubbo looking at the camera with publications in the background
Business Insights with Mark Rubbo, MD, Readings Bookshops
WATCH THE VIDEO: Mark Rubbo leads independent bookstore chain, Readings. We sat down with him at his recently re-opened State Library Victoria branch
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Corporate volunteerism proves a smart business move
More organisations are realising that corporate volunteering makes both social and economic sense.
Melinda Cilento on stage presenting at a CEDA event
Economic snapshot: Top Victorian findings from CEDA survey
Findings from a recent survey reveal community attitudes to growth and development.
Dylan Alcroft holding trophy. Melbourne poster in the background
Dylan Alcott serves up success secrets for entrepreneurs with disability
Dylan Alcott shares advice on starting a small business, tackling barriers and why it is important to have people with a disability in the workforce.
Small Business Festival 2018 - August 1 - 31
Victoria’s Small Business Festival kicks off in August
Are you a small business operator? Here’s a series of August events you do not want to miss.
Neon lights at Shinjuku which is one of Tokyo's business districts with many international corporate headquarters located here
Trade tips from Adam Cunneen, Victorian Commissioner to Japan & Korea
Adam Cunneen, Victoria’s Commissioner to Japan and Korea reveals his top advice when seeking to trade and invest within such diverse markets.
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A chat with…the Victorian Commissioner to Japan and Korea, Adam Cunneen
Adam Cunneen shares an insider’s view on how Victorian businesses can best engage with the two countries.
Brett Stevens smiling towards camera
Meet the Commissioner for Victoria to Southeast Asia – Brett Stevens
Victoria’s Commissioner to Southeast Asia is Brett Stevens, a former fish farmer, now hooked on life in chaotic, colourful Jakarta.
