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Melbourne's Economy and Biggest Industries: How the City Earns Its Living

A plain-English guide to what drives Melbourne's economy, which industries employ the most people, and where to find the official figures.

By The Daily Melbourne · 26 June 2026

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Starting a Small Business in Melbourne: The Practical Steps

A plain-English walkthrough of how new businesses get set up in Victoria, from choosing a structure to registering an ABN and finding the right licences.

By The Daily Melbourne · 26 June 2026

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Ballarat's energy boom set to create thousands of jobs in clean industries

A new government plan positions regional Victoria at the heart of Australia's clean energy transition, with forecasts showing significant employment growth across the sector.

By The Daily Melbourne · 25 June 2026

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Major Ring Road closure finalised for $55m freight hub project

Infrastructure work affecting commuters gets the green light, raising questions about traffic flow and economic benefits.

By The Daily Melbourne · 25 June 2026