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Buying a franchise doesn’t guarantee you a pot of gold – you have to work at it, says Eric Chester. Some top-performing New Zealand franchisees hel...

14 November 2010 - Columbus Coffee took the Franchise System title for the second year running while a Civic Video franchisee from Glenfield is New...

From the archives - December 2011: Some franchises like to promote themselves as ‘lifestyle opportunities’ – but what does this really mean? Simon ...

Readers share their memories of the early days of franchising in New Zealand and their expectations for the future.

28 February 2013 - The dispute between the Club Physical franchisor and a multiple franchisee has attracted a lot of media interest. What are the i...

Lorraine Lord and Philip Morrison look behind the figures to evaluate the true cost of buying a franchise and suggest ways to set up your new busin...

10 May 2020 – Updated: NZ First said to be blocking Government action on commercial rents; new survey reveals extent of problem

February 2020 - 6 key benefits of establishing an advisory board, plus details of a half-day seminar for franchisors

At least half of your waking hours are spent working for someone else. If that is what you want, and you find your work fulfilling, that’s great. B...

14 November 2015 – The Hall family of Columbus Coffee are New Zealand’s top franchisees, and Paramount Services is Supreme Franchise System of the ...

Philip Morrison provides an introduction to what you need to think about when franchising a business

A reader asks, ‘As a new franchisor, how can I protect my business from being damaged or sued if a franchisee doesn’t take proper care and injures ...

2nd October 2008 - Kamikaze conflicts and publicising disputes can lead to disaster

Stewart Germann draws some lessons from experience for those importing and exporting franchise brands

Franchisors and franchisees should be wary of how they structure sales promotions

May 2021 - Australia is to establish a mandatory Franchise Disclosure Registry from 2022, raising concerns about commercial confidentiality. Jason ...

In the first article, Steve Davis looked at common types of fraud which can affect both franchisees and franchisors. Here he suggests some controls...

Is a franchise just a buying group with more fees? Colin Taylor explores the differences

Alistair van Schalkwyk of ASCO Legal explores the legal considerations and best practices to follow when you consider buying a franchise in New Zea...

26 February - Franchisors advised to ensure franchisees compliant as Labour Inspectorate investigations continue

What are the benefits and drawbacks of working together with your spouse? Simon Lord talks to three couples who are partners in life and work

Archive article from September 2005 - Simon Lord outlines calls for franchise legislation and David Munn looks at the possible pros and cons. See e...

In a well-attended webinar held yesterday, organised by the U.S. Commercial Service and the International Trade Organisation, U.S.-based franchisor...

July 2016 - The Franchise Association's 20th birthday went off with a bang as over 100 people gathered to celebrate.

June 2023 – Two leading figures in the world of franchising have been recognised in Australia’s King’s Birthday Honours List

Bethlehem’s Ivy Joe stays on top as New Zealand's top franchisee and The Coffee Club reigns supreme in the Westpac New Zealand Franchise Awards for...