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Retail disputes rise as stores fret over rising rents
9:49AM | Tuesday, 20 SeptemberDisputes between landlords and tenants dominated enquiries to the Victorian Small Business Commissioner, its annual report shows, but the body representing shopping centre owners and managers says the pain cuts both ways.
Job losses tipped to trigger surge in franchising
8:29AM | Thursday, 18 AugustThe franchising industry is tipped to undergo a surge in enquiries as job losses ripple through the economy, but a small business lobbyist has issued a warning to prospective franchisees.
WA franchise bill hinges on Labor support
8:13PM | Thursday, 11 AugustWA Liberal MP Peter Abetz is relying on the Labor party to see his franchise bill become a reality, after it passed the second reading in State Parliament’s Lower House last night.
SA Government tacks on franchise measures to commissioner bill
8:27AM | Friday, 5 AugustThe South Australian Government has introduced a new combined bill into Parliament that would establish a small business commissioner as well as take measures to regulate the franchise industry.
Festival season set to launch for start-ups, with events held across NSW and VIC
7:05AM | Friday, 22 JulyStart-ups are being encouraged to make the most of the small business “festival season”, which kicks off next week and lasts for several months, with events held across NSW and Victoria.
ACCC endorses dispute resolution service but franchise groups wary
7:45AM | Tuesday, 5 JulyThe Federal Government’s push for a dispute resolution system has won the support of the competition regulator but has only received lukewarm response from industry groups.
Franchisees divided over Abetz bill
6:55AM | Monday, 27 JuneFranchisees are divided over a decision by Liberal MP Peter Abetz to push ahead with his WA franchise bill despite an investigative committee advising against it.
Abetz to push ahead with franchising bill despite committee rebuffal
6:32AM | Friday, 24 JuneLiberal MP Peter Abetz is to push ahead with his controversial WA franchise bill despite a parliamentary investigative committee advising against it.
MP slammed over “rogue” warning to budding franchisees
5:02AM | Monday, 23 MayFranchising experts have questioned the motives of WA Liberal MP Peter Abetz, who has warned prospective franchisees that “rogue elements” may “prey” upon them.
Franchisees back compulsory franchise education: Report
5:10PM | Wednesday, 18 MayProspective franchisees strongly support mandatory pre-entry franchise education programs, with many unhappy over the scope of information on offer, according to a new report.
Eagle Boys aims to beat franchise struggles with Video Ezy link-up
4:34AM | Tuesday, 12 AprilPizza 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”.
Wave of new franchises unveiled at Sydney expo
4:34PM | Tuesday, 5 AprilA 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.
McDonald’s joins opposition to WA Franchising Bill
2:40AM | Monday, 28 FebruaryFast food franchise McDonald’s has thrown its weight behind opposition to the WA Franchising Bill, clashing with the owner of major rival Hungry Jack’s.
International criticism for WA franchising bill
2:27AM | Tuesday, 22 FebruaryThe International Franchising Association is the latest industry body to oppose the controversial WA franchising bill, calling for the proposals to be scrapped.
WA union leader backs franchise reforms
2:29AM | Friday, 11 FebruaryWA union leader Joe Bullock has thrown his weight behind proposed franchise reforms, labeling Liberal MP Peter Abetz as “courageous” for pushing for change in the face of fierce opposition.
Franchise Council slams WA Franchising Bill
1:50AM | Thursday, 27 JanuaryThe Franchise Council of Australia has continued its attack on a Western Australian MP’s proposal to introduce state-based franchising legislation, saying the franchise sector doesn’t need or want the new laws.
I’m looking to buy a franchise and have been presented with a lengthy contract. Help!
1:16AM | Thursday, 20 JanuaryI’m looking to buy a franchise and have been presented with a lengthy contract. Are there any particular clauses I should watch out for and query with my franchisor?
Multi-unit franchising on the rise
12:27PM | Saturday, 4 DecemberIncreasing numbers of franchisees are taking up second franchise outlets, although relationships with franchisors appear to be suffering as a result, according to new research.
WA franchising Bill rejected by Liberals
12:33AM | Monday, 6 DecemberThe Western Australian state government party has rejected a Bill that would’ve placed extra regulations upon the franchise industry.
Franchise council hits back over WA regulation
12:11PM | Sunday, 5 DecemberThe Franchise Council of Australia has hit back at claims that it has been “scaremongering” over the controversial WA Franchising Bill. Associate Professor Frank Zumbo, who drafted the bill, says the FCA “should take a cold shower and settle down” over its public criticism of the proposals.
