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.
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?
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...
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...
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
McDonald's embraces Te Reo
Article
23 May 2018 – A McDonald's in Hawkes Bay has become the first in New Zealand to offer customers a menu in both English and Te Reo. Will more follow?
Profits without honours
Article
When will the nation recognise the pioneers of one of our largest business sectors?
Number of businesses owned by women skyrockets
Article
October 2016 - More women than ever are owning and operating businesses in New Zealand, with strong performance results across the country
MANAGE YOUR FINANCES
Advisor Profile
Westpac’s Daniel Cloete explains why financial literacy is just as important as running a great operation
