What makes great franchisees tick?
Article
Findings from the Franchise Relationships Institute originally released in 2011 show that having good family and social support is a major predicto...
MANAGING CASH FLOW EFFECTIVELY
Advisor Profile
Westpac’s Daniel Cloete provides a quick guide to managing cash flow for franchised businesses.
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...
Speed Queen Laundry Systems
Opportunity
Enjoy semi‑passive income with your own Speed Queen self‑serve laundromat. With our expert support you’ll be operating a profitable business in no ...
LINK Business Brokers
Advisor
We sell businesses. NZ's most awarded business brokerage. 300+ sales specialists. 30,000+ owners have trusted LINK to sell their business. Whether ...
ABC Business Brokers
Advisor
Specialist business sales company selling franchises for 20 years with branches nationwide. At all times, we place the greatest value on confidenti...
12 tips and traps for franchise buyers
Article
Franchise lawyer Michael Bright explains how to get off to the best possible start in your new business
Will newfound business confidence hold firm in election year?
Article
Updated July 15 2026: We provide a summary of recent economic and business outlooks as household wealth, business confidence and expected own activ...
NZ Franchise Awards 2019 Results: RIGHT FIRST TIME
Article
9 November 2019 – Getting it right first time is what franchising is all about - and Pukeko Rental Managers did exactly that with a stunning new e...
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...
Due diligence - what does it mean?
Article
These days, you wouldn’t dare buy a house without a pre-purchase inspection – so don’t do it with a franchise, either. Don’t let the jargon put you...
when importing a franchise MAKES SENSE
Article
Many franchises are developed locally – but are NZ companies missing out on investing in overseas brands?
SUCCESS – what makes a quality franchise?
Article
Buying the right franchise can take the fear out of starting your own business – but how do you choose a good one? Simon Lord suggests what to look...
Franchisees penalised for exploiting migrant workers
Article
Lessons drawn from two former Four Square businesses show that when a franchisee is penalised for exploitation of workers, especially immigrants, i...
Staff, franchise buyers and funding could limit growth
Article
April 2017 - A shortage of suitable staff and franchisees, as well as potential funding issues, are the main concerns for franchisors in the year a...
The need for caution
Article
December 2009 - What are the lessons for potential franchise buyers from the successful prosecution of two men for misrepresentation in selling fra...
Franchise Awards 2002 - Full Results
Article
This year's Franchise Awards were the most competitive yet. Our full report details all the winners and explains what made them stand out from the ...
Kiwi company takes over big coffee brands
Article
February 2016 - A New Zealand company has taken over the master franchises for some of the country’s best-known coffee brands.
From teen pizza maker to big cheese
Article
Domino's appoints first female CEO of Aus-NZ region
Lessons Of A Lifetime
Article
June 2022 - Recently-retired Dean Madsen shares experiences gained from over 20 years in franchise banking
Are food franchises worth more or less on resale?
Article
5 October 2022 - A report suggests franchise resales are attracting lower multiples than other businesses. Is that true?
New Trends Emerging in New Zealand Business Sales Market
Article
Younger, more diverse buyers are increasingly entering the market as older owners step aside.
Cutshop
Opportunity
Own and manage a Cutshop® programming and production team, producing high quality cabinetry for kitchens, wardrobes, garage shelves, and more. Cuts...
franchisee prospects good, but
WHERE ARE THE BUYERS?
Article
Confidence and expectations are up but it's still hard to find new franchisees in New Zealand, says the latest Franchising Confidence Index
Listed Australian franchise under fire
Article
19 December 2017 - A series of articles overseas has accused one of Australia’s largest franchisors of causing multiple franchisee failures through...
Australia's first joint employer prosecution against franchisor
Article
10 February 2023 – Australia’s first prosecution of a franchisor for wage underpayments by its franchisees has commenced in the Federal Court more ...
Franchise survey: what a difference a year makes
Article
16 February 2021 – The first Franchising Confidence Index survey since January 2020 shows that franchisors and specialist service providers are fee...
Cabin franchise takes out top hire industry award
Article
September 2023 – Cabin hire franchise Mizin has been named Hire Company of the Year at the annual awards of the Hire Industry Association of New Z...
Sushi Sushi’s next chapter
Article
March 2026 - What Genki’s global backing for the Australian QSR brand could mean for New Zealand franchisees
Platinum Homes
Opportunity
Seeking people ideally from a construction or sales background.
