The Code Four Years On
Article
From the Archives: September 2001 - The Franchising Code of Practice was launched in July 1997. Simon Lord examines the impact it has had, and asks...
Kitchen Studio
Opportunity
Established in 1984, Kitchen Studio is recognised as New Zealand’s Most Trusted kitchen brand. Offering franchisees a compelling opportunity to bui...
Franchises suffer as Immigration New Zealand changes rule interpretation
Article
A change of attitude by Immigration New Zealand in 2014 made it harder for franchisees to find suitable staff at a time when unemployment is declin...
Joint employment status – latest
Article
20 September 2018 - A proposed ruling from the USA on responsibility of franchisors for staff employed by franchisees could help influence internat...
Franchising Outlook 2025: How are we feeling?
Article
Franchisors anticipate the gradual economic recovery will improve business results for both their franchisees' and their own businesses, according ...
Report recommends more changes for Australian franchising
Article
16 March 2019 – The final report from Australia’s Parliamentary Inquiry into the franchise sector there makes sweeping recommendations but the tim...
BEYOND EXPECTATIONS
Article
Buying a franchise can prove a smart choice to secure a stable financial future for you and your family. But being clear on your goals and making t...
Sacking The Boss: 9 reasons why managers buy franchises
Article
Franchising helps experienced executives, managers and salespeople get off the corporate treadmill and into their own business
MORE NZ LEGISLATION could affect franchisors, franchisees
Article
June 2013 - Two proposed changes with consequences for franchising are currently winging their way through the legislative channels
Seminar with author of ‘My Dear Franchisees’
Article
January 2020 – A half-day seminar next month is aimed at helping franchisors resolve relationship issues
Date announced on visa changes for franchisees
Article
16 May 2024 – Changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa scheme (AEWV) announced on 7 April will come into force next month, it was announced tod...
McDonald's franchisees push back on new standards
Article
A show of unity has emerged among U.S. franchisees of McDonald’s, with a long-running annual survey revealing unanimous opposition to newly introdu...
Opportunities abound as regional economies grow
Article
31 March 2017 – The latest figures from Statistics New Zealand show growing economic activity in 12 out of 15 regions. That means new business oppo...
2019 Franchise Awards – finalists announced
Article
11 October 2019 – Who will win the 2019 Westpac New Zealand Franchise Awards?
New law to protect franchisees continues legislative intervention in US
Article
June 2013 - As regulation of various kinds continues to be discussed in NZ, a new bill passed in the Californian Senate 'gives a bullet to franchis...
Falling unemployment a challenge for franchising?
Article
3 February 2016 - The unemployment rate has fallen to its lowest level since March 2009, Statistics New Zealand said today. The trend could pose so...
Franchisors help as cost of delivery bites into food margins
Article
28 August 2020 – Takeaway-only restrictions in Auckland have fuelled demand for delivery services again. What’s the impact on franchisees, and how ...
Attracting migrant capital
Article
26 November 2022 – Details have now been published of the new Active Investor Plus scheme. What might it offer to franchisors, franchisees and migr...
Black & White Coffee Cartel
Opportunity
Join the third wave of coffee today. Exciting opportunities to join NZ's rapidly growing first micro-roasting coffee company franchise. Offering tu...
MTF Finance
Advisor
At MTF Finance, we understand franchising because we live it. As a nationwide network of locally owned franchises, we know the challenges of growin...
Lost In Translation
Article
Franchises don't always transfer successfully from one country to another. Simon Lord looks at the lessons to be learned from past experience and W...
Keeping Your Business Safe From Fraud - Part Two
Article
In the first article, Steve Davis looked at common types of fraud which can affect both franchisees and franchisors. Here he suggests some controls...
Court of Appeal upholds
RESTRAINT OF TRADE
on franchisee
Article
August 2012 - A recent Court of Appeal decision has upheld the right of a franchisor to enforce a restraint of trade clause, but reduced the period...
Extra requirements for franchisees as employers under new visa category
Article
5 May 2022 – Franchisees have been singled out for tougher treatment than other employers in a new visa category. Learn more in a free webinar on 3...
The Right Side of The Law
Article
December – 2022 Might some franchisors’ attempts to help their franchisees with financing, pricing or selling cause them to fall foul of some unexp...
TASTY - latest trends in food franchising
Article
September 2019 - Food and franchising go together like fish and chips, but the market’s changing faster than ever. Simon Lord looks at some of the ...
Iridium Partners
Advisor
Whether you’re a franchisor seeking growth or an aspiring franchisee searching for the right opportunity, we’re here to help. Our experienced franc...
Good news, but lower unemployment and immigration a challenge for franchise recruitment
Article
24 November 2020 - The latest issue of Westpac’s Quarterly Economic Overview explains why the economy is where it is, and looks at the implications...
The Induction App
Advisor
Strong Starts. Stronger Organisations. The Induction App is a multi-award-winning platform that transforms new Franchisee onboarding journeys by di...
Keeping Your Business Safe From Fraud - Part One
Article
Fraud is very much in the news in franchising right now. Steve Davis looks at common types of fraud which can affect both franchisees and franchiso...
