Franchise Awards 2009 - Full Results
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There are some brand new names and some familiar faces on the winners' list for this year's Westpac New Zealand Franchise Awards, which were announ...
How To Franchise Your Business
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Could your business be the next McDonald’s or Fastway Couriers? Win Robinson describes what you need to do to turn your opportunity into action
The Fundamentals Of Franchise Funding
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Westpac’s Daniel Cloete says that, whatever the economy does, the basics of good business remain unchanged
Australian Franchise Awards - 2012 Results
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October 2012 - The Franchise Council of Australia has named the winners of the 2012 NAB FCA Excellence in Franchising Awards.
the search for FRANCHISE EXCELLENCE
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How do the backgrounds, lifestyle, work habits and personal characteristics of franchisees impact on their success? A new survey offers insights an...
Franchise pioneer Colin Taylor dies
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It is with great sadness that we have to report that one of the pioneers of New Zealand franchising, Colin Taylor, has passed away at the age of 85.
Immigrants drive franchise re-sales
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December 2015 - Broker says recent immigrants from China and India are the biggest buyers of existing franchised outlets
Listed Australian franchise under fire
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19 December 2017 - A series of articles overseas has accused one of Australia’s largest franchisors of causing multiple franchisee failures through...
Franchise Awards 2000 - Full Results
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November 2000 - The winners of this year’s Franchise Awards set higher standards than ever. Here's our full report.
Australian Franchise Awards – 2019 Results
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25 October 2019 – San Churro enjoyed the sweet taste of victory in this year’s Australian franchise awards
Franchise education for young lawyers
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29 July 2020 – In a New Zealand first, AUT is offering an undergraduate level paper in franchise law
New Board for Franchise Association
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20 August 2020 – There are a number of new faces on the FANZ Board after the results of the elections were announced yesterday.
Coffee franchise launches collagen product
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28 January 2021 – Columbus Coffee cafés across New Zealand are launching collagen creamer as an option for wellbeing-conscious customers
Lawn & garden franchise goes electric
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13 September 2023 – Green Acres has partnered with Stihl to launch an ambitious nationwide emissions reduction programme by transitioning from petr...
2023 Franchise Awards finalists named
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25 September 2023 – The Westpac New Zealand Franchise Awards name the best performers in the business. This year’s finalists are …
Franchise Lending Summit for Auckland
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March 2024 – The first Franchise Lending Summit in New Zealand is taking place in Auckland on Thursday 14 March
Understanding The Numbers
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Philip Morrison of Franchise Accountants explains what financial reports can tell you about the business you’re buying
Regulation Off the Agenda?
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March 2009 - The prospect of franchise legislation seems to have receded following last year's review by the Ministry of Economic Development.
Carl's Jr. to be franchised as Restaurant Brands acquires whole chain
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5 November 2014 - Restaurant Brands acquires Forsgren's seven Carl’s Jr. stores in Auckland, plans to sub-franchise.
FANZ turns 20 in style
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July 2016 - The Franchise Association's 20th birthday went off with a bang as over 100 people gathered to celebrate.
GST for beginners
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If you’re new to business, GST can be confusing. Philip Morrison of Franchise Accountants provides a guide
Business as usual after fire guts franchisees' building
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1 February 2019 – Sometimes, it’s the unexpected things that pay off when you buy a franchise
Franchisors more positive but challenges remain – survey
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8 July 2019 – Dropping the CGT has helped franchise confidence increase, but worries remain about costs and staffing
BoP Event - 2020 Round-Up
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A free after-4 event being held in Tauranga will help franchise people catch up after a challenging year
Big Lessons From The Big Country
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Callum Floyd rode across the USA to bring back insights from the International Franchise Association convention in Las Vegas
Top US names for NZ franchise conference
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March 2024 – International visitors will take centre stage at connectXperience – the 2024 National Franchise Conference
How to Expand Your Franchise from Australia to New Zealand
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If you’re thinking of exporting your franchise system, New Zealand is the obvious place to start.
5 Steps Every Franchise Should Take for Commerce Act Compliance
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Proceedings filed by the Commerce Commission in September 2025 underscore that franchise networks are not immune from cartel laws
STRONG SYSTEMS SUPPORT FUNDING
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Westpac’s Daniel Cloete provides valuable advice on securing and structuring the right funding to ensure franchise success
STARTING AFRESH in New Zealand
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Simon Lord considers the opportunities and issues for immigrants looking at franchised businesses