We look at how franchise communities around the world are planning to celebrate the first ever World Franchise Day on June 11, 2025 and what you can do to join in.

There is good news but also some downsides for New Zealand franchises from the 2025 Budget released yesterday

Westpac’s May 2025 Economic Overview reports Kiwis rolling with the punches amidst signs of the economy strengthening to improve access to finance and lift consumer spending over the coming months.

In a well-attended webinar held yesterday, organised by the U.S. Commercial Service and the International Trade Organisation, U.S.-based franchisors and suppliers to the sector were given a comprehensive overview of the New Zealand franchise market.

Have you spotted a large group of 50 minis heading down country this week? The Pork Pie Charity run has begun!

New Zealand is officially out of recession according to figures released by Stats NZ today, with a majority of industry sectors showing better than expected growth in the December 2024 quarter.

Almost a year after sweeping changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) were announced, new rules are in place.

Franchisors anticipate the gradual economic recovery will improve business results for both their franchisees' and their own businesses, according to the latest Franchising Confidence Index figures.

The RBNZ cut the OCR by 50bp to 3.75% as expected, with scope for further interest rate cuts in coming months.

How are we feeling about franchising in New Zealand in early 2025? What are the trends, challenges and opportunities for growth? 

...and plans to bake te ao Māori into her business

The Franchise Association of New Zealand has announced long-serving CEO Robyn Pickerill is to retire from the role. 

Starting 2025 with a bang, Franchise New Zealand Media owners have announced a major acquisition to take the company multi-international.

As we enter the new year, how confident are we? 

Stewart Germann Law Office has achieved international recognition in the Best Franchise Law Firm category of the 2025 Global Franchise Awards.

With lessons for buyers and sellers alike, the 2024 New Zealand Prospective Franchisee Research survey is the second in a series conducted by Franchize Consultants and Franchise New Zealand media. 

Well-known faces, and old friends, from the Subway franchise scene are breathing life into more QSR brands in Aotearoa.

The November 2024 Westpac Quarterly Economic Overview will bring music to many ears...

Winning franchises are a driving force for building a bright future. The results of the 2024 Westpac New Zealand Franchise Awards brought two new Supreme winning brands to the podium.

For results of the 2025 Westpac New Zealand Awards see Inspirational Winners.

A revised, updated singular document has been unveiled by the Franchise Association of New Zealand to steer best practice in franchising.

Immigration New Zealand has released updates and figures on visas processed, investigations and suspensions against accredited employer since changes to AEWV scheme in April.

So far, $196,000 of penalties have been issued through the Immigration Employment Infringement Scheme.  

Findings of the 2024 Franchising New Zealand survey conducted by the Massey University Business School show that franchising is in solid shape.  

The annual Mood of the Boardroom report published by the New Zealand Herald today shows reasons for optimism, in some sectors...

The Westpac New Zealand Franchise Awards recognise the best among our nation's franchising folk. This year’s finalists have been named…

Supermarkets' trial of facial recognition technology credited for reduction in crime.

Family and personal commitments are pushing women out of their own businesses, says Auckland University research.

AI tech competence boost for businesses launched at 11 September summit

Are your customers ready to embrace facial recognition payment technology?

Domino's appoints first female CEO of Aus-NZ region

Franchise Association of New Zealand held its AGM yesterday, at which a new board was appointed. 

So says the New Zealand Economic Overview August 2024, Westpac's outlook for the New Zealand economy, fiscal policy, the global economy, financial markets, and the primary sector

Commerce Commission sees potential for over $250m reduction in payment fees for New Zealanders.

Shift in Kiwi employee priorities: 45% say work-life balance comes before salary, study finds 

New Zealand franchisors are being encouraged to participate now in the Franchising NZ 2024 survey

8 July 2024 - Franchise New Zealand is saddened to learn of the death of David Munn, one of New Zealand's franchise pioneers

Fast food giant reverts to humans for drive-thru ordering across USA after three-year trial of AI tech reveals clangers.

With Matariki being marked this Friday 28 June, it's a timely reminder for employers and employees to refresh their understanding of their rights and responsibilities during this public holiday.

MBIE Labour Inspectorate Compliance Manager - Northern David Milne says it’s important for employees to know their minimum rights on public holidays, and for employers to understand their obligations.

'If a public holiday falls on a day that employees would otherwise be working, the employer must still pay them a full paid day off,' says David. 'If employees are working on a public holiday, then they’re entitled to be paid time and a half, and they may also get an alternative day off.'

Unlike Christmas Day, Good Friday, Easter Sunday and until 1pm on Anzac Day, there are no trading restrictions for Matariki or other public holidays.

Employees can only be made to work on a public holiday if it falls on a day that they would normally be working, or if their employment agreement confirms that they should be working on the public holiday.

For further information on public holidays, employers’ responsibilities and employee rights, see Public Holidays - Employment New Zealand.

Read more at https://franchise.co.nz/fra...

24 May 2024 – Franchise New Zealand is very sorry to learn of the death of Al Dunn, the former CEO of McDonald's from 1993-2004.

Wendy’s NZ has been bought by American franchise giant Flynn Group for an undisclosed sum. The New Zealand master licence for the American burger chain was put up for sale in 2022 by the Lendich family, who have operated the business here since 1988. The company has over 20 restaurants in New Zealand, all operated directly by the master franchisee.

The USA-based Flynn Group has more than 2,600 units globally with a combined turnover of US$4.5 billion. It has franchises for Applebees, Arby's, Panera Bread, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Wendy's and Planet Fitness. Flynn Group first entered the Wendy’s system in 2021 with the acquisition of 190+ restaurants in the USA, and in 2023 acquired Wendy’s master licence for Australia with the goal of building 200 restaurants by 2024.

See more at https://www.franchisetimes.com/franchise_mergers_and_acquisitions/flynn-group-bolsters-international-portfolio-with-wendys-new-zealand-acquisition/article_f550c072-16e8-11ef-b38c-c3255b1441d7.html 

Read more at https://www.nzherald.co.nz/...