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Opportunity Profile
Franchisee passion is pushing Foodco brands Jamaica Blue and Muffin Break into steady expansion
Rent action update: start negotiating now
Article
10 June 2020 - What do the Government's proposed measures to force commercial rent negotiation actually mean, and when can franchisees start to use...
Building great franchise teams - NZ seminars
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Three seminars being held online and in person in October are designed to give franchisor teams the tools they need to help franchisees get the mos...
Buying Australian
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Increasing numbers of Australian franchises are crossing the Tasman. What should Kiwi buyers look out for? Editor's note: First published March 200...
An introduction to franchising in New Zealand
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New Zealand has more franchise systems per capita than any other country in the world. Here is a guide to this exciting sector
Kiwi battlers - the pioneers who brought McDonald’s to New Zealand
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A book published in 2011 by Rosemary Hepözden tells the story of how McDonald’s came to New Zealand and documents its first 35 years here. In this ...
Court of Appeal decision bolsters protection for franchisors
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April 2010 - Last year’s judgement by the Court of Appeal that upheld the effectiveness of notices to franchise buyers that they should get their o...
Getting The Right Price
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When the time comes to sell your franchise, how do you get the right price for it? Grant Garraway helps you draw up a plan
Get The Right Advice
Article
Buying a franchise can be a great way to get into your own business – but there’s still an element of risk involved. That’s why using the right adv...
The Challenge of Change
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Greg Nathan discusses how to get franchisee buy-in and commitment to change
Regulation Off the Agenda?
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March 2009 - The prospect of franchise legislation seems to have receded following last year's review by the Ministry of Economic Development.
Vision for the future
Article
Specsavers has demonstrated how to revolutionise an industry
The need for caution
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December 2009 - What are the lessons for potential franchise buyers from the successful prosecution of two men for misrepresentation in selling fra...
Pressing the right buttons
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Don’t treat others as YOU would like to be treated but as THEY would like to be treated, says Allison Mooney. It can make all the difference to the...
BORNE to the USA
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March 2014 - BurgerFuel’s new partnership opens the door to the world’s biggest franchise market – and other Kiwi franchisors are keen to follow
Eyes on the future
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March 2015 - A young Mt Maunganui woman has been recognised as one of the next generation leaders in the global franchise industry
The Circle Of Life
Article
Having the right banking solutions in place for every stage of your business life cycle can make a big difference, says Daniel Cloete of Westpac
The Franchise Buyers Toolbox
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How do you work out whether a business opportunity is right for you? Our toolbox shows you how to get all the help you need
Moving to the regions
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Buying a franchise enables you to start a new life almost anywhere – and regional businesses can be more profitable with less stress, too
The Help You Need
Advisor Profile
Daniel Cloete of Westpac looks at some of the financial considerations when buying and operating a franchised business
Back in the band?
Article
The November 2024 Westpac Quarterly Economic Overview will bring music to many ears...
BRINGING BACK THE CBD
Article
There are early signs of stabilisation after two especially tough years for retail and hospitality businesses in New Zealand's central business dis...
THE CHOICE WAS RIGHT
Opportunity Profile
Rapid growth for new V.I.P. franchisees leads to new home and holidays
What do field managers really do?
Article
One of the biggest benefits of buying a franchise is the on-the-spot support you get to build your business. Simon Lord talked to some of New Zeala...
It's All About You
Article
Glenice Riley suggests some smart things to think about when buying a franchise
Business Travel Register now open
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29 August 2021 - Businesses with workers needing to cross the Alert Level boundary between Auckland/Northland and other regions can now apply for B...
Why move to the regions to buy a business?
Article
When franchises advertise ‘opportunities nationwide’, they mean it. Simon Lord finds good reasons why business buyers should look outside the cities
Coffee News NZ
Opportunity
A staple in NZ hospitality venues for over 20 years.
Strengthening Franchising Through Regulation
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December 2007 - Gehan Gunasekara adds his thoughts to the debate on franchise legislation. He argues that New Zealand should follow its own path in...
multi-unit franchising
FAD OR STRATEGY?
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Good franchisees are hard to find, so should they be encouraged to own more than one outlet? Win Robinson considers the issues.