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^
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.
14 October
4pm - 5pm
FREE for FANZ members and their franchisees
$45 plus GST for non-members.

Online Knowledge Builder Session
Join Sylvie Thrush Marsh, Chief Evangelist at new FANZ Platinum Partner MyHR, as she explores how to effectively manage employee performance and conduct. Register here.

20 October
2pm - 3pm
FREE for FANZ members and their franchisees
$45 plus GST for non-members.

Online Knowledge Builder Session
Competition and consumer law specialist barrister Anna Ryan and Darryl King from Jackson Russell will present a practical Q&A session for franchisors and their advisers, covering common franchising scenarios with competition law risk. 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
6pm - 11:30pm
Grand Millennium Hotel, 
71 Mayoral Drive Auckland CBD

The New Zealand Franchise Awards 2026
Join FANZ as we celebrate the 31st New Zealand Franchise Awards, recognising and honouring the very best in New Zealand franchising. These awards showcase excellence across the sector, celebrating the achievements, innovation, dedication, and people who make franchising thrive. Buy your tickets now!

2nd December 
Auckland

FANZ Auckland Christmas Party - Save the date!

3rd December 
Christchurch

FANZ Christchurch 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 06/10/2026

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