| VECCI pleased with COAG outcomes |
| (12/21/2007 1:01:11 AM) |
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| Today's COAG meeting bodes well for the future of Commonwealth/State relations, says VECCI.
"Business is particularly supportive of the working |
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| VECCI welcomes Federal approval of channel deepening |
| (12/21/2007 1:00:09 AM) |
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| The approval of the Port Phillip Bay channel deepening project by Federal Environment Minister Peter Garrett is the last substantive step in the |
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| Next channel deepening approval step an early Christmas present for Victorians |
| (12/14/2007 5:12:35 AM) |
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| The approval of the Port Phillip Bay channel deepening project by Environment Minister Gavin Jennings is another positive step in the process towards |
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| Avalon announcements great news for regional tourism, says VTIC |
| (12/13/2007 5:01:06 AM) |
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| Today’s opening of a new $4 million Domestic Terminal at Avalon and a 40 percent increase in Jetstar flights is great news for regional tourism, says |
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| VTIC Media release - survey shows skills gaps a problem |
| (12/5/2007 11:18:57 PM) |
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| The latest Victoria Tourism Industry Council (VTIC) survey of tourism operators across the State revealed a generally improved trading performance in |
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| Channel deepening court action a `spoiler exercise’ |
| (12/5/2007 11:14:43 PM) |
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| The attempted use of the courts by some channel deepening opponents is essentially, in our view, a selfish act, says VECCI.
"The current Federal |
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| VECCI appoints first regionally-based President |
| (11/23/2007 6:06:54 AM) |
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| The Executive Council of the Victorian Employers' Chamber of Commerce and Industry this week confirmed as President Mr Jeremy Johnson, Chief |
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| Skills need specific not broad-brush solutions, says VECCI |
| (11/14/2007 6:16:44 AM) |
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| Without urgent action and collaboration by government, business and the community, Victoria's future labour supply will be unable to support current |
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| VECCI Task Group seeks to enhance our natural assets |
| (11/14/2007 6:14:37 AM) |
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| Natural assets are too important to be left to be managed only by the State and industry and communities can do more – we are also heavily |
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| E-waste a source of new riches, says VECCI Task Group |
| (11/14/2007 6:09:59 AM) |
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Victoria has the technological, economic and social capability and opportunity to become a global sustainability leader, particularly in the area |
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| VECCI Task Group seeks most cost-efficient carbon adjustment path for Victorian community |
| (11/14/2007 6:06:14 AM) |
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| Adjusting to a carbon-managed economy will not necessarily be easy or swift, and no single solution will deliver this change – however, by starting |
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| Victoria Summit a chance to harness change, says VECCI |
| (11/14/2007 6:03:50 AM) |
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| It is commonly said that there will be more change in the next twenty years than the last hundred.
"This is dead right if the last two years are |
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| VTIC: interest rate rise will affect tourism |
| (11/7/2007 1:43:22 AM) |
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| The Victorian tourism industry will be affected by today’s decision by the Reserve Bank to raise interest rates by 25 basis points.
"This interest |
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| Channel deepening assessment represents a significant step forward for Victoria |
| (10/31/2007 6:19:16 AM) |
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| The positive assessment of the Port Phillip Bay channel deepening project by Planning Minister Justin Madden is an enormous relief for trade-exposed |
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| Visa-VECCI survey: business confidence flags as drought lingers and interest rates bite |
| (10/28/2007 10:54:38 PM) |
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| The latest Visa-VECCI Business Trends and Prospects Survey shows that both the short-term national and state economic outlook have declined slightly |
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| Victorian Government drought response to assist tourism |
| (10/24/2007 11:33:44 PM) |
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| The Victorian Government’s $100 million tourism package will be of assistance to the Victorian tourism sector, says VTIC.
"Tourism businesses in |
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| Intelligent drought response will assist regional business |
| (10/24/2007 4:29:15 AM) |
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| Today’s $100 million drought package announced by Premier Brumby is an intelligent response to the problems regional communities are facing, says |
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| Healthy investment will drive tourism growth into the future |
| (9/19/2007 11:03:39 PM) |
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| The latest Victoria Tourism Industry Council (VTIC) survey of tourism operators across the State revealed a generally improved trading performance in |
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| VECCI welcomes Lenders plan to cut red tape |
| (9/17/2007 4:06:27 AM) |
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| In one of his first major public engagements, Victoria's new Treasurer, John Lenders, outlined details of the Government's progress in meeting its |
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| VTIC: Federal Government’s Korean Air decision a positive for tourism industry |
| (9/7/2007 5:40:07 AM) |
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| This week’s announcement that Korean Air will commence direct flights to Melbourne will boost Victoria’s tourism industry.
From October 22, there |
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| Possible Melbourne CBD car ban would be an ill-thought out experiment |
| (9/4/2007 11:33:38 PM) |
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| A possible ban on cars in Melbourne’s CBD, even for a day, would cause chaos for Melbourne businesses and consumers, says VECCI.
"A ban on cars |
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| VECCI Board confirms Wayne Kayler-Thomson as new CEO |
| (8/27/2007 6:45:38 AM) |
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| The Board of the Victorian Employers' Chamber of Commerce and Industry has confirmed the appointment of Mr Wayne Kayler-Thomson as CEO effective |
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| VECCI to monitor Review of Equal Opportunity Act |
| (8/23/2007 7:22:44 AM) |
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| The Deputy Premier Rob Hulls has today announced a review of the State’s existing equal opportunity laws, but VECCI is not sure why the review is |
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| HMAA awards announced in Melbourne |
| (8/23/2007 4:18:14 AM) |
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HMAA AWARDS ANNOUNCED IN MELBOURNE
The Hotel Motel & Accommodation Association (HMAA) Victoria Awards for Excellence, with nearly 20 venues and |
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| VTIC: interest rate rise hits regional tourism |
| (8/9/2007 5:56:19 AM) |
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| The Victorian tourism industry is concerned at today's decision by the Reserve Bank to raise interest rates by 25 basis points.
"This interest |
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| Brumby Premiership welcomed by business |
| (7/30/2007 3:00:06 AM) |
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| The appointment of John Brumby as Premier of Victoria will be welcomed by business, says VECCI.
“VECCI in particular and business in general have a |
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| Visa-VECCI survey: business confidence on the rise |
| (7/29/2007 11:39:23 PM) |
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| The latest Visa-VECCI Business Trends and Prospects Survey shows that both the short-term national and state economic outlook have improved as our |
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| Resignation of Premier Steve Bracks |
| (7/27/2007 2:30:13 AM) |
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| Premier Steve Bracks will be missed but it is envisaged that the productive working relationship business enjoys with the current Premier will be |
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| VECCI concerned at possible special Melbourne freight charge on businesses and consumers |
| (7/25/2007 2:10:29 AM) |
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| The possibility of a special Melbourne freight charge levied by shipping lines on imports and exports passing through the Port of Melbourne is an |
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| Extra direct Hong-Kong flights will boost Victorian tourism |
| (7/19/2007 5:34:45 AM) |
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| Today’s announcement by Cathay Pacific that Melbourne-Hong Kong services will increase from double daily to triple daily will have a positive impact |
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| Proposed Auslink 2 projects will help underpin Victoria’s economic future |
| (7/3/2007 11:14:18 AM) |
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| The Victorian Government's bid for Federal road and rail funding under Auslink 2 reveals a solid list of projects necessary to drive future |
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| Fuel prices, skills shortages, drought and bushfires hold back otherwise strong tourism growth |
| (6/7/2007 5:52:27 AM) |
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| Reflecting seasonal influences as well as stronger tourism demand, the latest Victorian Tourism Industry Council (VTIC) survey of tourism operators |
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| Direct Melbourne-China Qantas flights will boost Victorian tourism |
| (5/29/2007 7:01:58 AM) |
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| Today's announcement by Qantas that there will be two new Melbourne-Shanghai services per week will have a positive impact on Victoria's tourism |
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| Auditor General’s Report Acknowledges Value of Events to Victorian Economy and Community |
| (5/23/2007 4:33:03 AM) |
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| Today’s Auditor General’s report into the State Government investment in major events acknowledges the broader economic and social benefits of our |
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| VECCI to hold environment forum with Acting Premier Thwaites |
| (5/17/2007 1:59:53 AM) |
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| VECCI will today hold a Forum on environment and water issues at its head office in Albert Street, East Melbourne.
The keynote speaker at the VECCI |
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| Visa-VECCI survey: business confidence rises despite drought |
| (5/13/2007 11:45:06 PM) |
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| The latest Visa-VECCI Business Trends and Prospects Survey shows that both the short-term national and state economic outlook have improved despite |
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| VTIC welcomes Federal Budget initiatives |
| (5/9/2007 5:02:47 AM) |
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| The Victorian tourism industry has welcomed last night’s Federal Budget initiatives.
“Given the impact of drought, recent bushfires, higher fuel |
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| Federal Budget focus on education and tax relief a positive |
| (5/9/2007 12:01:38 AM) |
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| Federal Budget focus on education and tax relief a positive
Tonight’s Budget features both tax relief and spending initiatives, but remains |
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| VTIC: Tiger Airways announcement an endorsement of Victorian major events strategy |
| (5/3/2007 3:59:57 AM) |
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| Today’s announcement of Melbourne as the new Australian headquarters for low-cost airline Tiger Airways represents a major boost to Victoria’s |
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| Today's Budget provides affordable and practical business cost relief |
| (5/1/2007 6:59:14 AM) |
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| Today’s State Budget provides affordable business cost relief to keep Victoria competitive with other States.
“The ten percent cut in WorkCover |
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| Tomorrow's Budget: business cost relief and infrastructure spending is affordable and desirable |
| (5/1/2007 1:03:05 AM) |
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| Tomorrow’s State Budget represents a chance to provide affordable business cost relief to businesses and keep Victoria competitive with other States. |
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| VECCI to hold forum on skills issues with Federal and State Ministers |
| (4/24/2007 12:36:44 AM) |
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| VECCI will today hold a forum on skills issues at its head office in Albert Street, East Melbourne.
The speakers at the forum will include: the Hon |
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| VIC jobs, export markets, at risk |
| (4/19/2007 7:27:20 AM) |
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| Thousands of jobs and new export markets are at risk if Victoria doesn't respond to the aggressive targeting of major events by other states, |
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| Business Falling Short on Environmental Action But We've Got The Answer |
| (4/10/2007 3:37:53 AM) |
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| Business Falling Short on Environmental Action But We’ve Got The Answer
Victorian small businesses are willing and able to improve their |
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| Drought and bushfires mar otherwise strong tourism conditions |
| (4/5/2007 12:01:06 AM) |
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| The latest Victorian Tourism Industry Council (VTIC) survey of tourism operators across the State reveal a generally improved trading performance in |
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| VECCI announces Summit to tackle a new community co-operation and productivity agenda |
| (4/1/2007 11:07:18 PM) |
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| After its successful Victoria SummitTM in November 2005, Victoria’s largest business group, the Victorian Employers' Chamber of Commerce and Industry |
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| VTIC: $138m bushfire recovery and response package a swift response that recognises the importance of tourism to regional Victoria |
| (3/29/2007 5:18:05 AM) |
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| Today’s announcement by Premier Steve Bracks and Treasurer and Rural and Regional Development Minister John Brumby of a $138 million package to |
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| Tougher water restrictions an understandable step |
| (3/22/2007 10:29:23 PM) |
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| The tougher water restrictions announced today are an understandable step and industry is keen to play its part in continuing to drive water savings, |
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| VTIC: Federal Government's UAE flights decision another boost to Victorian tourism industry |
| (3/22/2007 4:47:12 AM) |
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| Today’s announcement by the Federal Government that it would allow Emirates Airways to increase its flights to Australia will have a positive impact |
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| Channel deepening SEES gives project the nod |
| (3/21/2007 4:17:38 AM) |
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| The Port of Melbourne Corporation’s Supplementary Environmental Effects Statement (SEES) gives the channel deepening project its effective |
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| VTIC: Federal Government's Qatar Airways decision a boost for tourism industry |
| (3/19/2007 5:07:13 AM) |
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| The recent announcement by the Federal Government that it would allow Qatar Airways to commence daily flights to Melbourne is a shot in the arm for |
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| Government provides sensible response to VCEC Congestion Report |
| (3/14/2007 4:17:01 AM) |
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| The Victorian Government’s response to the Victorian Competition and Efficiency Commission’s Final report `Making the Right Choices: Options for |
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| State Budget investment will drive tourism to next level: VTIC |
| (3/12/2007 10:25:33 PM) |
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| It is time for Victoria’s tourism industry to take the next step as one of Victoria’s key industries of the 21st century, says the Victorian Tourism |
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| VTIC welcomes plaudit for Melbourne's Commonwealth Games |
| (2/23/2007 12:29:10 AM) |
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| The Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games’s win at last night’s Confederation of Australian Sports Awards further cements Melbourne’s place as |
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| New trade rules to boost Jayco and Victorian manufacturing sector |
| (2/20/2007 10:30:38 PM) |
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| New rules of origin arrangements under the Australia-New Zealand Closer Economic Relations Agreement (ANZCERTA) which came into effect on 1 January |
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| Technology a boost to water saving |
| (2/13/2007 4:59:18 AM) |
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| The Victorian Government’s decision to roll out new smart water meters to Victoria’s top 200 water users is welcomed, says VECCI.
“This announcement |
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| Forthcoming State Budget can position Victoria as standout non-resource State |
| (2/11/2007 11:22:05 PM) |
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| The forthcoming State Budget will have a role to play in positioning the Victorian business sector and the wider economy in uncertain |
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| SME key decision makers to benefit from strong speaker line-up at Visa-VECCI Sales and Marketing Conference |
| (2/1/2007 3:20:56 AM) |
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| The Visa/VECCI Sales and Marketing Conference will target key decision makers among Victoria's fast-growing small and medium enterprise (SME) |
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| VTIC: bushfire recovery package is timely and welcome |
| (1/31/2007 4:51:15 AM) |
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| “Today’s announcement of a $4 million recovery package to assist the recovery of tourism in bushfire-affected areas of North East Victoria and |
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| VECCI survey: drought and interest rates drive a drop in business confidence |
| (1/29/2007 5:19:56 AM) |
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| The latest Visa - VECCI Business Trends and Prospects Survey shows that both the short-term national and state economic outlook have softened in the |
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| VTIC: VECCI Survey shows drought impacts disproportionately on regional tourism businesses |
| (1/22/2007 10:36:58 PM) |
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| The release this week of VECCI's special survey on the impact of the drought reinforces VTIC Survey work showing a significant impact on tourism |
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| Survey shows drought taking its toll on Victorian business |
| (1/21/2007 10:53:02 PM) |
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| The ongoing drought has had a major impact on Victorian business and the wider economy, according to a recent VECCI survey.
The December quarter |
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| VTIC welcomes new airline capacity from UAE, calls for `open skies’ policy to boost Victorian international tourist numbers |
| (1/18/2007 5:03:53 AM) |
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| The announcement this week by the Federal Government to boost airline capacity between Australia and the United Arab Emirates will deliver much |
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| Nowingi decision understandable, as business case does not stack up |
| (1/9/2007 5:13:47 AM) |
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| The decision not to construct a long-term waste containment facility at Nowingi represents in part the fact that the business case does not stack up, |
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