Australian Franchise Awards
2016 Results
Article
Updated 13 October 2016 - Poolwerx won the top title at the Australian Franchise Awards last night, with franchisee awards being spread over four d...
Carpet Chemist
Opportunity
The Carpet Chemist has been a trusted name in carpet cleaning, stain and odour removal, and flood restoration for years. Now, we’re offering ambiti...
New Trends Emerging in New Zealand Business Sales Market
Article
Younger, more diverse buyers are increasingly entering the market as older owners step aside.
franchise consultant ‘left string of unhappy clients’
Article
March 2012 - A New Zealand Herald report says franchise consultant Campbell Spencer ‘has left a string of unhappy clients who say they spent thousa...
Waipuna Hotel & Conference Centre
Advisor
Hotel accommodation with fully integrated conference centre suitable for small meetings through to international conventions. Full food, beverage a...
Employment clampdown: penalties grow
Article
26 February - Franchisors advised to ensure franchisees compliant as Labour Inspectorate investigations continue
Residence through investment
Article
3 September 2022 – A new immigration scheme being introduced later this month could open up opportunities for larger investment franchises. Simon L...
More penalties for employers who exploit migrant workers
Article
3 April 2024 – New infringement penalties for employers who take advantage of migrant workers could see them lose accredited employer status, face ...
Risk versus Reward
Article
Philip Morrison has evaluated more franchises than most. Here he shares some of his experience
Clean break - Franchisee retires after 24 years
Article
After a career with CrestClean spanning three decades, Christchurch franchisee Grant Holland is taking many memories away from his work as he final...
Stewart Germann Honoured Internationally for Notarial Leadership
Article
Prominent franchise specialist lawyer and notary Stewart Germann has been internationally recognised for his outstanding contribution to the notari...
Why I Wish I'd Bought A Franchise
Article
Simon Lord shares lessons learned from over 30 years of owning an independent small business
Paying with your face: ready or not?
Article
Are your customers ready to embrace facial recognition payment technology?
Buyer interest growing
Article
27 July 2018 – Figures show increasing interest in franchising from potential buyers
Valuing A Business
Article
Thinking of buying a business? Leith Oliver helps you to calculate what it might be worth to you, and offers some thoughts on franchise fees and go...
Rent negotiation bill stalled again
Article
25 June 2020 – Franchisees could lose their businesses and staff their jobs after long-awaited rent relief legislation delayed again
Mr Rental
Opportunity
Make the sale once and get paid over and over again.
Refresh, Revive, Renew
Article
Want to choose where you work, when you work and who you work with? Buying a franchise allows you to make a new start in your own business
How Can I Franchise My Business Safely?
Article
How can a prospective franchisor ensure confidentiality from a consultant invited to prepare a franchising proposal and what might a franchising pl...
Kiwi diners put off by dirty bathrooms but forgiving of slow service – survey
Article
17 August 2016 - Findings from a nationwide study suggest that most Kiwi diners (70 percent) prefer casual dining over a formal setting, and that e...
Exporting Kiwi Know-How
Article
Mina Phillips and Simon Lord look at how two New Zealand franchises are expanding overseas.
Who Goes Where?
Article
How do franchisors work out what is a viable territory for a franchisee? Do franchise buyers need a territory at all? Callum Floyd explains
Advice for new residents in NZ (in 5 languages)
Article
Protect your own interests as you assess any franchise business opportunity. Translated versions of this article are available in Hindi, Traditiona...
Funding a Franchise Business
Advisor Profile
Westpac suggest 12 questions to ask before seeking finance for a new business
BE YOUR OWN BOSS
Article
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...
BDO
Advisor
With 16 offices, BDO is NZ’s fastest growing chartered accounting and business advisory firm. Our franchise specialists offer bespoke services in d...
Increased job dissatisfaction levels point to change
Article
14 October 2021 – New research from AUT confirms international trends that many people across a range of different roles are considering changing t...
ASB
Advisor
ASB provides a comprehensive range of financial solutions for both franchisees and franchisors including finance, insurance, savings and investment...
Helping franchisees #1 – Home Services
Article
A special series looking at how franchisors are helping their franchisees during lockdown. In this first case study, we talk to V.I.P. Home Services
MANAGING CASH FLOW EFFECTIVELY
Advisor Profile
Westpac’s Daniel Cloete provides a quick guide to managing cash flow for franchised businesses.
