Events around the country and online

Find details of Franchise Association and other franchise events in your region and online

The Franchise Association of New Zealand (FANZ) organises regular events all round the country to encourage all those with an interest in franchising to get together, learn more about the issues involved and share ideas and experiences. New visitors are always welcome and are often surprised at the level of openness and support from experienced franchisors and specialist advisors. There’s also a guest speaker to address specific topics of mutual interest.

A number of other specialists also hold franchising seminars and workshops. Here are some upcoming events - click on the links for more details and registration

On Demand (free)  Dealing with the Media Masterclass^
1 September
2pm - 3pm 
Online
Knowledge Builder Series Webinar - Immigration changes - what you need to know
Presented by Craig Chambers and Brendon Gardner from Immigration New Zealand, this webinar will provide an overview of temporary work visa and residence pathways, including new English language requirements for ANZSCO Skill Level 3 occupations under the Accredited Employer Work Visa. Details here.
16, 17, 22 & 24 September
Online
Effective Franchise Recruitment ***
What every franchisor should know about recruiting franchisees. These are four-part interactive online workshop. 
16 & 17 September 
Online
Improving Franchise Advisory Councils ***
How to increase the effectiveness of Franchise Advisory Councils. These are two-part live online workshop (2 x 2-hour sessions) across two dates. Register here.
18-19 September
Due Drop Events Centre, Auckland
Franchise & Small Business Expo
The perfect opportunity for potential business buyers to meet franchisors and franchise-experienced advisors at New Zealand's only face-to-face event for the franchise-curious public. 
More information and registrations at https://nzsme.co.nz/ 
22 & 24 September
Online
Resolving Franchise Disputes***
Strategies and tactics to avoid disputes and repair franchise relationships. This is a two-part live online workshop via Zoom (2 x 2-hour sessions) across two dates. Register here.
6 & 8 October
Online
Managing Franchise Resales***
How to facilitate the sale of existing outlets. Two-part live online workshop (2 x 2-hour sessions) across two dates. Register here.
26 & 28 October
Online
Organise a Franchise Conference***
How to plan, organise and conduct a successful franchise conference. Two-part live online workshop (2 x 2-hour sessions) across two dates. Register here.
26 & 28 October
Online
Managing Multi-unit franchises***
How to select, support and grow multi-unit operators. Two-part live online workshop (2 x 2-hour sessions) across two dates. Register here.

4, 5, 10 & 11 November
Online

Introduction to Franchising***
The basics every potential & start-up franchisor & franchisee should know. Essential training for new franchisor staff who have no prior franchising experience. 4 x 2 hour sessions live online.
Register here.

14 November 

Grand Millennuim Hotel, Auckland 

The New Zealand Franchise Awards 2026
The Franchise Association of New Zealand is proud to bring the 31st celebration of its Franchise Awards in 2026, acknowledging the very best of franchising in New Zealand. Tickets for the Awards Gala Dinner are on sale from 23rd September.

Find out more

2nd December 

FANZ Christmas Party - Save the date!

* Event run by Franchise Relationships Institute

** Event run by Franchize Consultants

*** Event run by Franchise Advisory Centre

^ Event run by Franchise Media Training

^^ Event run by SGL

last updated 27/08/2026

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