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23 November 2019 – The Companies Office has launched a new resource for owners of growing small businesses to help them navigate the move into busi...

October 2011 - A new survey of would-be franchise buyers suggests that many people are not deterred by the slow-recovering economy – instead, they ...

10 November 2018 ­– Business-to-business franchises proved there’s more to franchising than burgers when they took out the top titles at the Westpa...

Food franchises have always been popular – after all, everyone needs to eat. But hospitality is going through massive changes, so what do new buyer...

Les Mills Snr, the man who gave his name to one of New Zealand's most well-known international franchise brands has died aged 91

10 June 2020 - What do the Government's proposed measures to force commercial rent negotiation actually mean, and when can franchisees start to use...

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...

Increasing numbers of Australian franchises are crossing the Tasman. What should Kiwi buyers look out for? Editor's note: First published March 200...

New Zealand has more franchise systems per capita than any other country in the world. Here is a guide to this exciting sector

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 ...

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...

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...

March 2014 - BurgerFuel’s new partnership opens the door to the world’s biggest franchise market – and other Kiwi franchisors are keen to follow

March 2015 - A young Mt Maunganui woman has been recognised as one of the next generation leaders in the global franchise industry

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

Buying a franchise enables you to start a new life almost anywhere – and regional businesses can be more profitable with less stress, too

The November 2024 Westpac Quarterly Economic Overview will bring music to many ears...

There are early signs of stabilisation after two especially tough years for retail and hospitality businesses in New Zealand's central business dis...

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

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...

Greg Nathan discusses how to get franchisee buy-in and commitment to change

March 2009 - The prospect of franchise legislation seems to have receded following last year's review by the Ministry of Economic Development.

Specsavers has demonstrated how to revolutionise an industry

December 2009 - What are the lessons for potential franchise buyers from the successful prosecution of two men for misrepresentation in selling fra...

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...

Glenice Riley suggests some smart things to think about when buying a franchise

29 August 2021 - Businesses with workers needing to cross the Alert Level boundary between Auckland/Northland and other regions can now apply for B...