Monday, 18 April 2011
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By
Michelle Hammond
Australia’s newest franchise expo has aligned itself with a baby boomers event as franchisors attempt to ramp up their recruitment efforts with the over-55 demographic.
Tuesday, 12 April 2011
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By
Michelle Hammond
Pizza chain Eagle Boys is the latest franchise to team up with another operator in a bid to attract new customers, although the peak industry body says franchisees should be wary of “multi-branding”.
Monday, 11 April 2011
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By
Michelle Hammond
Legal battle between REDgroup Retail administrators and 25 breakaway Angus & Robertson franchisees raise questions about the rights of franchisees in the event of a company collapse.
Tuesday, 05 April 2011
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By
Michelle Hammond
A host of Australian and US franchises were recently unveiled at a Sydney franchising expo, suggesting the sector is still ripe with opportunity for prospective franchisees.
Friday, 01 April 2011
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By
Michelle Hammond
The fate of Angus & Robertson franchisees hangs in the balance after it was announced 12 more stores will close as administrators struggle to bring the bookstore chain’s operator back from the brink.
Tuesday, 15 March 2011
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By
Michelle Hammond
Budding fast food franchisees are set to be in increased demand after Domino’s became the latest retailer to announce expansion plans in Australia.
Wednesday, 23 February 2011
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By
Marc Peskett
Despite the benefits of buying into a franchise, there are a number of key issues that you need to consider before signing up.
Thursday, 17 February 2011
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By
Michelle Hammond
Retail food franchisor the Retail Food Group reported a 9% increase in its first-half net profit, to $13.6 million.
Friday, 04 February 2011
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By
Michelle Hammond
Franchise veteran Paul Wheeler has reentered the industry by setting up an Australian branch of US-based aged care franchise Senior Helpers.
Tuesday, 25 January 2011
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By
Michelle Hammond
The Franchise Council of Australia has continued its attack on a WA MP’s proposal to introduce state-based franchising legislation, saying the franchise sector doesn’t need or want the new laws.
Wednesday, 19 January 2011
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By
Michelle Hammond
Flood-stricken franchisees face losing their businesses, with the Retail Food Group admitting that some of its Queensland outlets may not reopen.
Tuesday, 30 November 2010
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By
Michelle Hammond
New research reveals increasing numbers of franchisees are taking up second franchise outlets, although relationships with franchisors appear to be suffering as a result.
Monday, 29 November 2010
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By
Michelle Hammond
New research reveals seven in 10 franchisors intend to recruit more franchisees in 2011 as their optimism returns to pre-GFC levels.
Thursday, 18 November 2010
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By
Michelle Hammond
The Western Australian state government party has rejected a Bill that would’ve placed extra regulations upon the franchise industry.
Friday, 12 November 2010
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By
Michelle Hammond
Australia is set to host two further American franchised food businesses, with both Tasti D-Lite and Slush Puppie announcing plans to expand across the country.
Thursday, 11 November 2010
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By
Michelle Hammond
A new study reveals more than half of Australia’s franchisors have been involved in a formal dispute with a franchisee.
Friday, 29 October 2010
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By
Michelle Hammond
Franchisees often experience a “rollercoaster” relationship with their franchisor, according to a leading industry commentator.
Wednesday, 27 October 2010
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By
Michelle Hammond
Allied Brands franchisees aren’t in any immediate danger following the company’s move into voluntary administration, according to chief executive Sean Corbin.
Tuesday, 19 October 2010
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By
Oliver Milman
New research reveals Australia’s franchises are in good shape, although recruiting franchisees remains a major issue.
Thursday, 14 October 2010
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By
Michelle Hammond
The West Australian Parliament has followed South Australia's example by introducing proposals to protect franchisees from “rogue” franchisors.