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Top 200 franchises bounce back

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5th October 2017 – After a sales decline last year, global franchises are on the rise again, says a US publication. Who's growing and who's struggl...

A BUYER'S GUIDE TO FRANCHISES

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September 2025 - If you’ve ever dreamed of owning your own business, there are hundreds of different opportunities in New Zealand. Here’s a guide t...

Auckland seminars – Maximise franchisee engagement

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January 2020 – Two workshops being held in Auckland in February will help New Zealand franchisors and their leadership teams engage better with the...

A Practical Guide to Increasing Sales

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Every franchisee needs to make sales. Your biggest asset is your time - don't waste it, says Lloyd Hill.

Exploiting liquor store owners lose licences and franchise

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27 September 2021 - Franchisors praised for taking a stand as former franchisee loses liquor licence after worker exploitation

What's in the Budget for franchising

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

Franchising in Safety

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Clayton Kimpton and Penny Hargreaves deliver a warning on the impact of health and safety legislation on franchises

The Help You Need

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Daniel Cloete of Westpac looks at some of the financial considerations when buying and operating a franchised business

Kiwi franchisors - the USA wants you

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The US Embassy is inviting New Zealand franchisors and investors to attend the International Franchise Expo in New York as a member of the US Embas...

Women mean business
- Awards Preview 2016

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22 October 2016 - We’re just three weeks away from the Westpac New Zealand Franchise Awards. Who will come out on top for 2016?

Business as usual for franchisees as Fastway brand phased out

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July 2019 – One of New Zealand’s best-known home-grown franchise brands is gradually disappearing from our streets as Fastway Couriers rebrands

Passion - Do What You Love

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Could you turn your passion into a business of your own? Simon Lord looks at how buying a franchise can help you achieve your dream

When support really matters

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How does being part of a franchise help when the unthinkable happens and the whole country goes into lockdown? Here are some lessons from 2020.

Calls for rental support ignored by Government

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2 September 2021 – The Franchise Association is among the organisations supporting an Opposition plan to support small businesses facing rental dem...

Getting The Right Price

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When the time comes to sell your franchise, how do you get the right price for it? Grant Garraway helps you draw up a plan

Caring and Sharing

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Colin Taylor explains why sharing information is vital for keeping franchisees motivated

Why move to the regions to buy a business?

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When franchises advertise ‘opportunities nationwide’, they mean it. Simon Lord finds good reasons why business buyers should look outside the cities

Kiwi company takes over big coffee brands

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February 2016 - A New Zealand company has taken over the master franchises for some of the country’s best-known coffee brands.

population changes present
PREDICTABLE CHALLENGES

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July 2012 – Slower growth and an ageing client base mean franchises need to tailor their appeal to a predictably-changing market

US franchises projected to grow
faster than rest of economy In 2014

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13 January 2014 – Research from the US International Franchise Association predicts positive growth in 2014 but calls for comprehensive tax reform ...

Who would you put in the Hall of Fame?

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The Franchise Association is seeking nominations for its Franchising Hall of Fame to recognise those who have contributed to the development and gr...

What Can You Afford?

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Before you start looking at any particular franchise, you need to know what’s possible. Philip Morrison explains how to evaluate your own financial...

Reducing the stress of business ownership

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18 June 2019 – A new survey shows that running your own business can be stressful and frustrating. How does being part of a franchise help?

World's top-valued food brand named

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July 2019 – The world’s biggest food franchise is also one of the ten hottest brands on the planet, according to a recent report

Geotech named Australian Franchise Supplier of the Year

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October 2022 – Geotech Information Services has been named Australian Franchise Supplier of the Year at the recent FCA Business Essentials National...

Happy birthday, Speedy Signs

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24 February 2023 – Speedy Signs celebrated its 25th birthday in New Zealand yesterday, marking the long-term success of the popular business-to-bus...

Choosing A Professional Advisor

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When you're buying or setting up a franchise, it's important to get accurate and useful advice. Stewart Germann offers some hints on choosing the r...

Changing Hats

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As the armed forces and emergency services restructure, many personnel are moving out into businesses of their own. Annie Gray has been exploring t...

Advice for new residents in NZ (in 5 languages)

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Protect your own interests as you assess any franchise business opportunity. Translated versions of this article are available in Hindi, Traditiona...

Franchisee's Due Diligence is Paramount, says Court Of Appeal

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6 March 2009 - The Court of Appeal has delivered an extremely important judgement for the franchise sector in respect of a long-running case involv...

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