TAKE CARE when you use a consultant
Article
When you are franchising your business, advice from a good consultant is invaluable – but choose that consultant wisely
Landlords & Leasing
Article
Colin Taylor lifts the lid on leases in this personal view of the retail property market
Two Dollar Things Plus
Opportunity
Seize the opportunity to be part of New Zealand’s biggest discount store brand where quality meets affordability. Having established 34 thriving st...
Electrify.nz
Opportunity
Seeking people with passion and ambition to be a specialist e-bike retailer.
Cookie Time
Opportunity
A Cookie Time franchise offers business ownership plus support from an iconic Kiwi company, home to much-loved brands including Cookie Time, Bumper...
Fresh! - Trends and issues in food franchising
Article
June 2017 - What are the latest ideas in food franchising? What are the issues and what are the challenges? Simon Lord asks some local experts for ...
franchising's
PAST, PRESENT & FUTURE
in New Zealand
Article
Readers share their memories of the early days of franchising in New Zealand and their expectations for the future.
Top tips for dealing with bad press
Article
17 September - We share tips from a free webinar aimed at helping franchisors be prepared when an issue erupts in the media.
to register or deregister?
GST IS THE QUESTION
Article
June 2010 - Craig Weston and Estelle Logan look at some of the issues surrounding changes in the GST regime
Franchising your business - in search of the golden egg
Article
New start-ups often talk of franchising their business but what can they do to prepare for it?
Today's the day - new AEWV rules apply
Article
Almost a year after sweeping changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) were announced, new rules are in place.
Speedy Signs - design, manufacture, install
Advisor
With over 25 years in business, Speedy Signs brings proven experience, expertise and a trusted nationwide footprint to franchise signage. Our Natio...
TWO’S COMPANY
working with your spouse or partner
Article
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
Laser Clinics New Zealand
Opportunity
Partner with an award-winning franchise. Laser Clinics New Zealand are proud to be the global leaders in our industry, providing laser hair removal...
Suffrage 125 - Celebrating women in franchising
Article
19 September 2018 – As New Zealand celebrates Suffrage 125, we take a look at the success of women in franchising
ASB
Advisor
ASB provides a comprehensive range of financial solutions for both franchisees and franchisors including finance, insurance, savings and investment...
Rodney Wayne
Opportunity
Rodney Wayne is a pioneer of franchising in New Zealand. Built on the We Listen. We Care., philosophy and founder Rodney Wayne’s gift for creating ...
Tereza Murray Franchising
Advisor
We develop cost-effective franchise systems that help small businesses grow with confidence. Our tailored strategies deliver profit, performance an...
can you opt out of ARBITRATION?
Article
December 2010 - A recent court case highlights the importance of arbitration clauses
False franchisors plead guilty
Article
16 October 2009 - The Commerce Commission has welcomed the conviction and sentencing today of Stewart John Brown and Robert Llewelyn Parr
Taco Bell to open second NZ store
Article
10 June 2020 - Taco Tuesday is about to get real for Auckland urbanites. Taco Bell will open their second New Zealand restaurant in the heart of th...
The Coffee Club celebrates 10 years in New Zealand
Article
30 November 2015 - The Coffee Club New Zealand is celebrating 10 years in business today
Biform Solid Composite Decking
Opportunity
Biform offers an environmentally friendly, low maintenance, alternative to traditional hardwood timber. Strong presence in the industry in a market...
Beautiful Business, Enhanced By AI
Article
Revolutionary K-Scan technology combines advanced 3-light imaging with AI analysis to provide ultra-personalised hair and scalp diagnosis
Pets In The City
Opportunity
Pets In The City is a unique business opportunity - we are looking for franchise partners who are passionate about pets and people, who want to ope...
Georgie Pie - BACK ON THE MENU
Article
From the archives June 2013 - McDonald’s are looking to dominate a new market by bringing back one of NZ’s best-loved brands. Simon Lord takes a de...
Night 'n Day Foodstores
Opportunity
The Night ‘n Day Foodstore franchise, New Zealand’s leading convenience store chain offers group buying, uniformed image, full staff training, assi...
Green Acres fraud case still a year away
Article
July 2009 - There will be no speedy resolution for those affected by the alleged Green Acres fraud
More people coming to New Zealand on work visas
Article
21 March 2017 – Record net annual migration levels continue, Statistics New Zealand said today, bringing larger numbers of migrants into the countr...
KidsCan are the real winners
Article
