Global growth: Sydney-based Gelatissimo to open 20 new locations and enter the US market
Gelato brand Gelatissimo is scheduled to enter the US market this year and will also accelerate its expansion plan in Australia.
Laser Clinics Australia embroiled in legal dispute, with 52 franchises demanding $80 million in compensation
Laser hair removal network Laser Clinics Australia has become the subject of legal action, after a group of its franchisees lodged a letter of dispute seeking $80 million in compensation.
“Levelling the playing field”: New ombudsman backs bigger fines for large automotive companies breaching the franchise code at the expense of small business
Multinational car companies found to seriously breach the franchising code could soon face up to $10 million fines.
Court finds Megasave Couriers breached consumer law by misleading franchisees
The Federal Court has found Australia-wide courier delivery franchisor Megasave misled franchisees with false income guarantees.
Aussie franchise Poolwerx dives into the fast lane with first innovation and tech officers
After 29 years in business, Poolwerx has hired its first ever chief innovation officer and chief technology officer.
Franchisees stand to win more rights, as Labor Senator Deborah O’Neill’s bill passes Senate
Franchisees could gain more rights under a private senator’s bill, which passed the Senate with a three-vote majority on Monday.
Constant border changes make doing business interstate “impossible”: Employer groups
With most states, except NSW, aiming to eliminate the coronavirus, employer groups say constantly changing borders rules are making it "impossible" for businesses.
ACCC launches legal action against Retail Food Group over “false, misleading and deceptive conduct”
Disgraced franchising giant Retail Food Group is facing legal action for allegedly misleading its franchisees when selling them loss-making stores.
Brendan O’Connor: Why Labor wants $10 million penalties for dodgy franchisors
Today Labor's Brendan O'Connor and Deborah O’Neill will introduce a Private Senator’s Bill to further reform the franchising sector, increasing penalties for franchisors that do the wrong thing.
Morrison government disregards calls for a franchising overhaul, opting for minor changes to regulations instead
The Morrison government has balked at calls for an overhaul of franchising, and will instead pursue minor changes to existing regulations.
Thinking of starting a franchise? Look beyond fellow practitioners and focus on leadership skills when hiring
Running a business and being a good practitioner are two separate skills. Here's what you should look for when setting up a franchise.
ASIC ‘concludes’ Retail Food Group investigation but no enforcement action taken
Retail Food Group's share price soared on Tuesday after it told investors ASIC had concluded an investigation and would not pursue enforcement action.
