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VACC’s Technical Services Team is hosting a FREE knowledge-sharing session about common automotive issues that keep you up at night, with diagnostic hints and tips which may overcome them. All automotive businesses, whether you are a TACC member or not, are invited to network and share solutions via a moderated discussion, with a panel consisting of members of the […]

TACC Welcomes Jason Menzies as New Member Services Manager The Tasmania Automotive Chamber of Commerce (TACC) is delighted to announce the appointment of Jason Menzies as our new Member Services Manager for Tasmania. Extensive Experience Jason brings a wealth of experience to the role, with a decade of diverse experience across various aspects of Tasmanian […]

In a significant development for the Victorian automotive industry, Geoff Gwilym, the longstanding CEO of the Victorian Automobile Chamber of Commerce (VACC), has announced his retirement. Gwilym’s tenure, which spanned a transformative decade for the sector, will come to a close in February 2025. A Legacy of Advocacy and Progress During his 10-year stewardship, Gwilym […]

The Tasmanian Automotive Chamber of Commerce (TACC) recently hosted its first-ever member social and networking event, marking the beginning of what promises to be a series of engaging gatherings for the TACC community. Members from various sectors of the automotive industry came together in a relaxed environment, fostering connections and exchanging ideas outside the usual […]

Important Changes to Casual Employment Laws: What You Should Know Starting on 26 August 2024, significant changes to casual employment laws will take effect in Australia. These amendments to the Fair Work Act 2009 introduce a new definition of casual employment and revise the casual conversion process. Here’s an overview of the key points: New […]

From 26 August 2024, the new ‘Right to Disconnect’ (RTD) commenced to take effect, making it easier for employees to reasonably refuse out-of-hours contact. Key Points: Implementation Dates: 26 August 2024 for businesses with 15 or more employees 26 August 2025 for small businesses (less than 15 employees) Main Effects: Employees can reasonably refuse out-of-hours contact from employers, […]

TACC provides advocacy services for its members across Tasmania. The TACC Executive Committee provides me with a well-considered and prioritised list of advocacy topics that TACC can take to government and state regulators with industries’ positions on important policy matters. Occasionally, we encounter unexpected challenges and jump into advocacy action on a policy that we […]

We’re pleased to report on a series of productive meetings held this week across Launceston and Hobart. TACC State Manager Bruce McIntosh and MTAA CEO Matt Hobbs led these engagements with federal and state politicians to advocate for key reforms in our industry. Given the potential for a minority federal government supported by independents and […]

The Australian Government has used Fringe Benefits Tax exemptions to stimulate the sales of zero and low emission vehicles (ZLEV). Potential tax exemptions can apply to battery electric vehicles (BEV), hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEV), or plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV). This initiative has worked well, with around 24 per cent of all new […]

Driving Tasmania’s Automotive Future: A Collaborative Training Initiative In a significant move to secure the future of Tasmania’s automotive industry workforce, the Tasmanian Automotive Chamber of Commerce (TACC) has joined forces with TasTAFE and Skills Tasmania. This strategic partnership addresses the growing demand for skilled professionals in the automotive sector through an innovative apprenticeship program. […]