HAPPY WORLD FRANCHISE DAY
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On a cold winter’s morning in the Auckland suburb of Mount Wellington, around 70 FANZ members and other franchise community supporters gathered to ...
ten years of change -
IMPROVING THE MODEL
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In the second part of our review of the last decade in New Zealand franchising, we look at the way that systems and perceptions have changed
How is the fuel crisis impacting franchised businesses?
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In a bid to reduce uncertainty, a recent survey of franchisors reveals specific impacts of rising fuel costs on the businesses of New Zealand franc...
Crossing The Boundaries
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Singapore is the place to be in September when Global Franchising2002 returns
Dream Doors
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Sales of made-to-measure replacement kitchen doors and benchtops for retail and trade customers. Seeking hard-working, sales-driven, computer liter...
Time To Take The Con Out of Consultant
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April 2008 - With regulation in the air for franchising, is it time to regulate franchise consultants too?
McDonald's ‘not looking for multi-millionaires'
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September 2009 - How much does it cost to buy a McDonald's franchise? Less than you might think.
Five more myths for franchisors
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We complete our top ten list of misconceptions for people wanting to franchise their business
Esquires becomes third-largest Kiwi employer in China
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Cooks buys back Esquires master franchise as Chinese company takes shareholding in NZ-listed company
Employment fraud a risk for franchises
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February 2017 - Employment issues continue to dog the franchise sector in Australia – are New Zealand franchisors prepared?
Dream Doors founder’s next chapter
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February 2020 – Kitchen renovation franchise Dream Doors is gearing up to change the world
People & Profits
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Philip Morrison suggests financial aspects to look out for when planning on buying a franchise
handling disputes via media
A LEGAL PERSPECTIVE
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June 2012 - Two franchise disputes have been featured on high-profile television programmes recently. Here, David Munn expands upon his comments in...
Final report recommends licensing of franchisors in Australia
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February 2024 – The latest in a long series of reviews of the franchise sector in Australia has recommended the licensing of franchisors. Jason Geh...
Alleged Cartel Conduct in Christchurch Franchise Network
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In a development with major implications for franchise governance and competition law in Aotearoa, the Commerce Commission has filed civil proceedi...
overseas surveys suggest FRANCHISING STILL STRONG
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Making Franchises Affordable
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Franchisors are looking for creative solutions to help solve an old dilemma - what do you do when your potential franchisee has all the right quali...
Eco-Friendly Franchises
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Finding business opportunities to suit a changing world
UPDATE - Fair deal for franchisees delayed
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7 April 2024 updated 2 May 2024 – Changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) scheme to disestablish the special franchisee accreditation ...
One in 20 Kiwi jobs is in franchising
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August 2017 - Latest info from the Survey of Franchising reveals that the sector is a major employer and trainer of New Zealanders
How To Spot A Quality Franchise
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New Zealand has more franchises per capita than any other country. How do you tell the difference between the good and the great? What do quality f...
Redundancy – time to be your own boss?
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April 2020 – Facing redundancy? Simon Lord discusses the pros and cons of buying a franchise
Ice Cream Case Demonstrates Need for Trademark Protection
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The story of the Mr Whippy who wasn’t reinforces the need to protect your franchise at all times.
50 questions to ask franchisees
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Want to know what a franchise is really like? Ask the people who are already there
Australian Franchise Awards – 2013 Results
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Franchise Council of Australia names tops members, recognises importance of field support staff in annual awards
Racing Ahead
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How buying a franchise can put you in control of achieving your personal and financial ambitions
Lessons Of A Lifetime
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June 2022 - Recently-retired Dean Madsen shares experiences gained from over 20 years in franchise banking
A QUESTION OF FUNDING
Advisor Profile
Westpac’s Daniel Cloete suggests the right questions to ask about funding a franchise business
Bill to give 'no undue preference' to franchising
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30 October 2018 - A new Cartel Bills report recommends that no allowances be made for franchise relationships, despite strong submissions
What Price Legislation?
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September 2007 - Should franchising be legislated? A few years ago, the question would have been met with a resounding NO from the franchise sector.