BORNE to the USA
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March 2014 - BurgerFuel’s new partnership opens the door to the world’s biggest franchise market – and other Kiwi franchisors are keen to follow
Eyes on the future
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March 2015 - A young Mt Maunganui woman has been recognised as one of the next generation leaders in the global franchise industry
Caci acts early to support policy on family violence
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6 September 2018 – More than half of the Caci clinic franchise commits to early introduction of family violence policy
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
Business still nervous despite balanced economy
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11 April 2019 – The franchise sector remains nervous about the current business outlook, though more positive than general business
Invitation to New York franchise expo - October
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March 2020 – The US Commercial Service is inviting NZ franchisors and investors to the International Franchise Expo in October
Stronger Together
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Want to own your own business? Buying a franchise can provide you with some big advantages over going it alone
Franchises' reputations grow as local brands deliver
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25 September 2020 - A new survey has shown that New Zealanders' appreciation of certain franchise brands grew during uncertain times.
Free seminar – dealing with invisible risks
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June 2023 – A new online seminar will advise franchisors on updating their franchise foundations to cope with the unexpected
What Are You Paying For?
Advisor Profile
Daniel Cloete of Westpac looks at return on investment, exploring what you are paying for when buying a franchise business
From Subway to sushi, pies and cinnamon buns
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Well-known faces, and old friends, from the Subway franchise scene are breathing life into more QSR brands in Aotearoa.
End of an era as FANZ CEO steps down
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The Franchise Association of New Zealand has announced long-serving CEO Robyn Pickerill is to retire from the role.
FAVOURABLE COINCIDENCES
Opportunity Profile
Black & White Coffee Cartel’s strong brand and their own previous success lead Christchurch franchise family to expand
MISSED OPPORTUNITIES
Article
In an era of rising costs, Geotech Information Services explain why franchise network planning and optimisation matters more than ever
Revealed - the inspiring story behind
the success of NZ's top franchisee
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December 2005 - The extraordinary story of Shiraz Hajee, New Zealand's Franchisee of the Year for 2005.
when importing a franchise MAKES SENSE
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Many franchises are developed locally – but are NZ companies missing out on investing in overseas brands?
Good English matters for franchisee success
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A study reveals that English literacy can have a major impact on franchisee performance
Liquor franchisee's employment breaches raise questions
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18 June 2019 – Liquor store franchisee fined after failing to address employment issues
GROWTH THROUGH CONSISTENCY
Opportunity Profile
Franchisee passion is pushing Foodco brands Jamaica Blue and Muffin Break into steady expansion
kiwi franchises GOING PUBLIC
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September 2013 - Some familiar franchise names are starting to turn up on the New Zealand stock market. Simon Lord looks at the reasons why
Franchises attract serious attention
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We look beyond the current economic woes to reveal what readers are concentrating on as they research franchising and franchise networks
No law can save a fool in a hurry
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Some people won’t take advice when they need it - and won't take advice after they've got themselves into trouble, either
NZ small businesses feel the love, global survey reveals
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26 October 2020 – NZ small businesses and consumers had the most positive outlook during Covid-19
Mediation Panel Offers Dispute Resolution for Franchisees
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A Mediation Panel organised by the Franchise Association of New Zealand makes rapid resolution of disputes available to members and non-members alike
Legislation: Help or Hindrance? - Your Comments
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September 2005 - Readers respond to the article in our latest issue on the possibility of franchise regulation with their comments, experiences and...
Confessions of a Field Consultant
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How do you turn a poorly-performing franchise into a good one? Greg Snell shares some experiences from 30 years of trouble-shooting
The changing face of franchising
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February 2015 - Most buyers of existing franchise units are recent immigrants. What challenges does that pose for franchisors, and where are the op...
Gym brands come together in global first for Nelson
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13 January 2020 – Lift Brands is to integrate a 9Round franchise into a newly-modernised Snap Fitness gym in Nelson
Australia to require disclosure documents to be made public
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May 2021 - Australia is to establish a mandatory Franchise Disclosure Registry from 2022, raising concerns about commercial confidentiality. Jason ...
NZ pizza franchise to open in Australia
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17 April 2022 – New Zealand’s Hell Pizza franchise is ready to cross the ditch and open in Australia