http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/ Sat, 04 Feb 2012 23:48:14 Australian Franchises Articles http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22393 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22393 The importance of market research is often overlooked and underestimated by entrepreneurs when starting a business. Some think just because they are starting their first venture often fairly small to begin with, taking action and getting started is far greater than doing market research. Some of the main reasons for this are due to a lack of business acumen, a belief that market research is too expensive, it requires too much time,... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22273 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22273 Bloomtools South Brisbane, which is owned by Emma Rolley, was awarded the Most Improved Franchisee at this year’s annual Bloomtools Franchisee Conference. The award recognises the Bloomtools Franchisee that has shown a marked improvement in sales, customer service, knowledge, and client satisfaction in the past twelve months and is a highly contended for prize. “I am so delighted to have won this... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22257 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22257 It is estimated there were over 1000 business format franchise systems operating in Australia in 2010 (Franchising Australia 2010 Survey).  Bedshed recognised it could be a real challenge for industry newcomers to objectively consider the options, which led them to develop Australia’s first easy-to-use franchise calculator tool.    The tool examines the factors common to most franchises... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22217 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22217 Our recent research into the condition and currency of operations manuals showed no surprises. There were a number of large and established Franchisors who admitted that they had not reviewed their manual for a number of years – some had not been reviewed since it’s inception!!!. Questions that need to be asked of your documentation Do your Franchisees use the Operations Manual the way it should... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22037 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22037 Listen up businesses, the next big thing for your social media marketing strategy has just arrived - Google+ Pages for businesses! Just like your other social media presences, you need to decide if  it will add value to your business and, if so, make the commitment to include it into your marketing strategy. However, I’d just like to say this: Google is the biggest of the Search Engines, so if you are... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22033 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22033 Digital reluctance in older generations is a trend Bill Jooste is reversing by undertaking training in Social Media. With support from Australian owned company Social Media Business Boosters, professionals looking to relaunch or up-skill their careers are trained in how to consult and assist businesses with their Social Media engagement Senior businessman and property developer Bill Jooste was one such graduate from a Social Media... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22005 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=22005 Managed by experienced IT services and marketing experts Mark Ilott and Natalie Granger, the franchise is preparing to improve the online presences of SMEs (small to medium enterprises) in the Sydney Central area through Search Engine Optimisation, Website Design, Database Marketing and a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tool. “We are very excited to be a part of a company that we see doing pioneering work in the area... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21997 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21997 Recently Australian Franchises was given the opportunity to interview Gabby Kelly from Bakers Delight. As General Manager of Company Growth we were delighted to be able to pick her brain about the challenges currently facing the retail sector and how international expansion compares to a franchises initial growth in it's domestic market.  Being a baker requires many years of training through an apprenticeship. How does... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21817 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21817 FCA Executive Director's Update The franchising sector will begin 2012 with a new Federal Minister following today’s announcement that Senator Nick Sherry will resign from his post. He will be replaced by NSW Senator Mark Arbib. Senator Sherry’s resignation, for personal reasons, is part of a raft of changes announced by Prime Minister Julia Gillard today. Senator Sherry has been a champion for... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21781 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21781 Finding and keeping quality salespeople is not the easiest task for any company. Before you hire any new staff you need to first discover what motivates sales people to succeed within your organisation so that you can ensure their intentions are aligned to your company.   Doing this will also ensure salespeople have the right reasons for committing to the job offer, and remain grounded in both good and bad times. ... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21665 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21665 At The Interface Financial Group, we are counting down the days to the 14th April 2012. On that day, albeit a Saturday, we shall celebrate 40 years of continuous business serving the small business community. Originally that service was confined to Canada, but it has now radiated out into 6 other countries, including a strong base in Australia.  In Australia we are at both ends of the country, with Regional Offices in... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21657 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21657 Janine Allis talks about the ingredients necessary to build the right work culture and why it is critical for the success of any business.       Alex Piroux Boost Juice Co-Founder Janine Allis started Boost Juice in her garage in 2000 out of frustration that she could not find healthy takeaway products for her three children. Since starting their... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21653 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21653 “What it takes to run a successful Franchise Business” A smooth running franchise business takes all the same preparation to win gold in the 100m mens’ final. You need to plan ahead, train everyday and become mentally tough enough to handle any situation that presents itself. It’s never too early to prepare for the future. You should always have a current business plan and exit plan.... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21633 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21633 The new Federal Government carbon price is to apply from 1 July 2012.  The Government has appointed the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) to undertake a compliance and enforcement role in relation to the impacts of the new carbon price. The ACCC will not of course set prices.  Part of their brief will include taking action against anyone who incorrectly claims that a price increase is due to the... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21409 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21409 As many as 83 per cent of Australians aged 18 and over are concerned about additives or numbers in the food they purchase, with the unease extending beyond those with food intolerances to most of the population. The national research, conducted for the Better Bread Report on behalf of Brumby’s Bakery, found the numbers concern was not limited to any particular group. In fact, of those surveyed, males are almost as... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21389 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21389       As 2011 draws to a close, there is a good story for franchisees and potential franchisees to take with them into the New Year.  The recently released Price Waterhouse Cooper Franchise Sector Indicator report reveals that 2011 has seen excellent growth within the franchise industry, despite ongoing global economic instability and depressed consumer sentiment.  ... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21265 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21265   Dick Smith left school at the age of 15 and got a job in a factory. He soon realised that the only way he was going to do well was to own his own business. One day the company he was working for (West Way Electronics), which made two-way radios, decided it was no longer going to service Manly Cabs. At that stage Dick, 24 years of age, saw his opportunity, and with $600 of his own money and $10 from his fiancée... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21261 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21261 It was a case of fellowship, learning, celebrations and fun when Touch Up Guys Franchisees from all over Australia and New Zealand came together at the fabulous five star Crowne Plaza Hotel in Surfers Paradise for their annual conference held on the last weekend of October. The 2011 conference was particularly special as it marks the 20th anniversary of the founding of Touch Up Guys, Australia’s market leader in mobile... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21173 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21173   Service franchises are the most popular type of franchise, followed by Retail (food) according to statistics from a free online pre-entry franchise education program, which has just registered its 2000th participant. The pre-entry franchise education program, developed by Griffith University’s Asia-Pacific Centre for Franchising Excellence and funded by Australian Competition and Consumer Commission, was... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21165 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21165   For too long dog owners in regional areas have had little choice when it comes to dog boarding.  For many years most major cities have had an alternative type of pet care available in the form of “Don’t Fret Pet!” but this fantastic service is now going to be launched in regional areas too. Jenny Brearley and Kathleen Mansfield run the successful, national “Don’t... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21121 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21121 Over 20 licensees have been trained on the Gold Coast to create a nationwide network of Social Media Managers in Australia to combat business stagnation     Gold Coast, QLD, 9th November 2011. Social Media Business Boosters today announced it has exceeded its goal to establish a network of Social Media Managers around the country before Christmas 2011.   Social Media Business Boosters... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21057 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=21057 Property photography franchise Top Snap is excited to announce it ranked 17th in the SmartCompany Smart50 Awards 2011.   The awards recognise the 50 fastest growing and most entrepreneurial companies in Australia. "Growing fast enough to win this award is a great achievement for Top Snap, especially as we had to beat hundreds of entries to make the final list,"� said Rob Watkin, Top Snap Managing... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20909 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20909 The words “buy” and “sell” are often used in relation to the acquisition and transfer of franchise businesses, but what do franchisees actually buy? The overwhelming majority of people who are attracted to franchising are first-timers in business who are drawn by the branding, support and infrastructure provided by a franchise chain that takes the pain out of reinventing the business wheel. ... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20789 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20789 A recent newspaper article (below) heralded the first franchisee to join the El Toro Window & Gutter Cleaning team. The many advantages of the franchising model over using contractors or employees are now paying bearing fruit. Our first franchisee has been busy from day one. His client database is constantly expanding, making it a real asset. And we are only just entering the 'pre-christmas rush'! As it... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20785 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20785 A recent survey by the Westpac-Melbourne Institute released mid last month revealed a rise of 8.1% in the Consumer Sentiment Index taking it to 96.9 after it had fallen to some of the lowest levels in almost 2 decades. Australia's $292 billion retail sector has welcomed this rise with hopes for a more prosperous end-of-year period to boost the retail sector figures for the year. With an expected Christmas spending of around $23... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20741 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20741 One area of uncertainty with prospective franchisees is how long their franchise agreement will operate. Sometimes this is quite straightforward, but not always. As franchisees often ask us this question, we will summarise the key issues. Where do you look? The starting point is always the franchise agreement. It sets out the parties’ obligations, rights and responsibilities. In broad terms, franchise agreements... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20737 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20737 Designed Blinds Australia has demonstrated its pursuit of innovation and creativity, by launching a pioneering new retail concept that has redefined the standard for the window coverings category.    In August 2011, Fab Interiors opened the very first Designed Blinds Australia Franchise store in Queensland. Fab Interiors is located in Milton and services Brisbane and its surroundings. No experience in window... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20721 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20721 By Brad Callaughan The majority of small businesses, Franchises, or investors will deal with this at some point. A business plan can mean the difference between a good business or a great business. Business planning is an ongoing business activity - you should regularly review and revise your business plan. I like to look at a business plan as a list of goals, like a road map of how you intend to get there. If you are not... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20673 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20673 Despite the determined efforts of the FCA and the Liberal Party Opposition in South Australia, the Labor Government has pushed through its Small Business Commissioner (SBC) Bill, including the provisions which will allow it to adopt the Franchising Code of Conduct into SA law. The good news is that after intense debate, the Government agreed to an amendment which means it can not change the rules of franchising in SA without carrying... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20665 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20665 Have you created your business a Facebook page? Tweeting daily on Twitter? Set up a profile on Linked in? Think you've got social media covered for your business? Guess again, Social Media is growing faster all the time, let us show you how to use these key marketing tools! The first step to social media is Planning! Who are you targeting? What do you want to achieve through these sites? ... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20645 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20645 On behalf of everyone at Australian Franchises Directory, I want to thank you for giving us the opportunity to assist you with your franchising needs. We have some exciting developments in the pipeline which we will be rolling out over the next few months which will greatly improve the site. We really do appreciate your input & will use your feedback from this survey to steer our future developments. This is your opportunity... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20525 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20525 Mortgage Choice is delighted to announce a corporate partnership with one of the country’s most recognised non-profit organisations, Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC). Australia’s largest independently-owned mortgage broker will leverage its national reach, resources and revenue to help fund and support initiatives that improve the lives of seriously ill children and their families. Since opening its... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20473 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20473 The franchise industry’s night of nights The Franchise Council of Australia honoured the best of the best in the franchise sector at the 2011 Westpac FCA Excellence in Franchising Awards Gala Dinner on Tuesday night. Hairhouse Warehouse won the major award of the evening ? Established Franchisor of the Year. Cofounders Tony Lattouf and Joseph Lattouf believe the recognition proves the success of their business... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20021 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=20021 Tabatinga Family Fun Centre founders, Cathy & Brian Parker have won the Chamber of Commerce 2011 Marketing & Advertising Award for the second year running. The award recognises the innovative and effective marketing strategies that the couple have put in place over the last 12 months. Brian Parker said, ‘The current economic climate means that local business owners must become very marketing savvy in order... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19961 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19961 What Scratch? is a mobile automotive paintwork servicing franchise seeking to expand in Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide. August has been a big month for What Scratch? franchisees with records tumbling!  Highest amount of total paint repairs achieved as a company in one month  Highest first month in business achieved by a franchisee  Highest amount of total paint repairs achieved by a... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19941 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19941 Lollypotz franchises director and founder, Louise Curtis, today announced today the appointment of Elizabeth Scheurer as National Franchise Manager. Elizabeth has vast experience in franchising and previously worked for Just Cuts Hair Salons where she held the same position for over 20 years. "We are very excited to be welcoming Elizabeth to the team and believe she will be a great asset to the Lollypotz Management Group.... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19853 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19853 Research identifies indicators of franchise success The key drivers to franchise financial success are being identified through new research from Griffith University’s Asia-Pacific Centre for Franchising Excellence. The Franchise Performance Metrics Report 2011, released today, identifies sector averages, as well as averages for the top 20 percent of franchises (and low 20 percent) across more than 60 key performance... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19829 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19829 Thebestof marketing franchisee, originating in the UK, has been enjoying a very warm reception in Australia throughout 2011. In the space of 6 months, 9 franchisees across 11 areas have jumped on thebestof opportunity. They are already actively championing the best businesses in their local communities, and working with local councils and organisations to further push the message to support local business. There are 3 thebestof... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19825 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19825   Brian “Scratcher” Hocking typifies the success story of the 2011 winner of the topfranchise awards, Smartline Personal Mortgage Advisers. Holding a Year 11 certificate, Brian also embodies the largest group of the most profitable franchisees - those with no University education. Research house 10 THOUSAND FEET has surveyed over 1,000 franchisees across Australia and new results have revealed a... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19821 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19821 Cafe2U will open their first franchise in the United States this week in an exciting move for the rapidly expanding Australian owned franchise. Katie Luelling, will operate the Cafe2U Franchise in Bend, Oregon. She came to Australia to complete the ‘Acceleration Package’ – a crucial training component whereby Cafe2U works alongside new franchisees for two weeks, in order to help themdevelop skills to build... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19805 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19805 In Australia, it is estimated that 54% of adults are overweight or obese: that is certainly not a statistic that we should be proud of!   If you are currently in the overweight / obese category, you may think the whole process of losing weight naturally is just ‘too hard’ and are a little daunted by the enormity of committing to a weight loss programme.  The good news is that... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19681 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19681 The Australian Franchises Directory has been informed that the Australian Securities & Investments Commission - ASIC - has released Information Sheet 146 Responsible lending disclosure obligations: Overview for credit licensees and representatives to assist industry understand their new credit disclosure obligations.  The information sheet sets out the credit disclosure obligations under Chapter 3 of the... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3425 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3425 Buying a franchise is a daunting task. You have to consider the industry, the brand, competitors, location, finance and numerous other things. You also have to make sure it fits in with your experience, your skills and your lifestyle. Choosing a franchise is especially challenging because of the sheer number of franchise companies in Australia – there are almost 1000! To make the process of choosing a franchise easier for... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19433 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19433 Businesses must report unsafe products As a franchisee or franchisor, did you know that if a product you supplied causes serious injury, illness or death you have to report this to the Commonwealth minister responsible for consumer protection and fair trading? Since 1 January 2011 businesses (large and small) are required to report any unsafe products they have sold that have caused serious injury, illness or... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19429 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19429 Louise Curtis, founder and CEO of Lollypotz and Hamperesque, has today announced that following lengthy talks with Myer, they have finally secured a deal that will benefit both Myer and the Lollypotz chocolate bouquet hamper franchises. Lollypotz and it's parent company, Hamperesque, have been appointed as the sole supplier to their online gift hamper range to be released in the next month. "We are very excited to be... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19305 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19305   Leading Australian retail food brand manager and franchisor Retail Food Group (RFG) this week opened its first Donut King store in Papua New Guinea, in conjunction with Donut King PNG master license partner Retail Food Brands. Retail Food Brands also holds the master license for the Brumby’s Bakeries franchise in Papua New Guinea, and recently opened a Brumby’s store in the same Port Moresby... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19237 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=19237 Tabatinga Family Fun Centre Claims Top Tourism Award Tabatinga Family Fun Centre – Coffs Harbour, has won the 2011 Best Tourist Attraction award at the NSW North Coast Tourism gala awards night held in Grafton last weekend. The Awards support improved business planning, development and internal analysis of tourism businesses as well as celebrate the creativity, professionalism and innovation of the... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18785 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18785 Bucking Bull celebrated the opening of its 32nd store at Garden City Booragoon earlier this month, with customers flocking to try out Australia’s Favourite Roast and Grill restaurant. The new store at Garden City is the latest store opening for Bucking Bull, and will bring the number of outlets in Western Australia to 10. Originally founded in Western Australia in 1999, Bucking Bull has always had a strong customer base... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18697 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18697 Franchising Code The Franchising Code of Conduct is a mandatory industry code of conduct that has the force of law under the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (the Act).   Purpose The code aims to regulate the conduct of participants in franchising towards each other and to ensure that they are sufficiently informed about a franchise before entering into it. The code also provides a cost-effective dispute... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18521 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18521 FRANCHISEE DUE DILIGENCE   WHO AND WHAT TO ASK BEFORE SIGNING   INTRODUCTION Buying any business including a franchised business is an important step. The wrong decision can affect your bank balance, your health and your marriage/relationships. It is not something to be rushed. At Bywaters Timms we have advised hundreds of prospective franchisees on the terms of the Agreements and guided them... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18413 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18413      Link to media release from SA State conference     Link to smart company article   http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18193 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=18193 26 July 2011 Mortgage Choice’s best of the best unveiled 2011 National Conference award highlights Australia’s largest independently-owned mortgage broker, Mortgage Choice is proud to announce the winners of its esteemed 2010/2011 awards for excellence. Presented to top-performing franchise network members, the Business Excellence Award (BEA) winners and High Flyers (most impressive... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17885 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17885 Beaumont Tiles’ Fyshwick franchise wins award Beaumont Tiles Fyshwick store has been announced winners of the Franchise Council of Australia Award for NSW/ACT Franchisee of the Year this month. This award recognises excellence in business management and franchise citizenship for franchisee owner operators, and assesses a number of areas including business planning and performance, team leadership, marketing and customer contact,... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17869 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17869 An extra 15 minutes a day – the secret to Olympic success; a 1% change to sales and costs -- the secret to business success   That little bit of extra effort can make a huge difference, the FCA NSW/ACT State Conference and Franchising Excellence Awards heard in Sydney on Friday. Presenting at the Conference and Awards was Olympian Brennon Dowrick, the first person to win a gymnastics gold... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17845 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17845 The Franchise Council of Australia has launched a world first initiative, the Franchisee Success Club. The initiative acknowledges the breadth and depth of achievement of Australian franchisees in the $128 billion Australian franchise sector. The Franchisee Success Club was launched today at the FCA NSW State Conference, by FCA Chairman Stephen Giles and Deputy Chair Tony Melhem. Mr Giles called the Franchisee Success... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17493 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17493 30 June 2011 Geelong asphalt and pavement maintenance franchising business Crackmasters, has sold their first franchise which will operate in the Gold Coast, Queensland. Crackmasters founders have a combined total of over 60 years experience in the industry and after running their own business successfully for over two years made the decision to franchise in late 2010. Jason Cobb, Crackmasters Founder and Director, said he... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=14217 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=14217 1) Franchises have a higher likelihood of success than other business models- Some studies show that franchises have a success rate of approximately 90% as compared to only about 15% for businesses that are started from the ground up. The exact accuracy of these statistics are constantly argued by those in the industry, however, it is only logical that a franchise will be more successful than a 'ground- up' business since... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17413 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=17413 Franchisor performance can now be measured, for the first time globally, with the launch of new research findings from Griffith University’s Asia-Pacific Centre for Franchising Excellence. The Franchise Performance Metrics research enables franchisors to compare their franchise model across a range of key performance indicators (KPIs) with other Australian franchises. Lead researcher and Asia-Pacific Centre for... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=14465 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=14465 New features help to improve the health of the franchise industry In response to the decrease in franchise enquiries and the post-GFC nervousness of business owners across the nation, Australian Franchises has recently updated its website and added new features to its franchise directory to encourage growth within the industry. In what has been considered the first of its kind in Australia, the directory now allows franchises and... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=14453 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=14453 Mrs. Fields Australia operators Andrew and Debbie Benefield have been awarded the International Master Franchisee of the Year at the Mrs. Fields Famous Brands Convention in Las Vegas. The Benefields were present to accept the award and were selected from 23 Mrs. Fields Famous Brands Master Franchisees outside of the United States across Mrs. Fields Famous Brands’ two brands- This Country’s Best Yoghurt (TCYB) and... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=14373 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=14373 AUSTRALIAN owned car franchise, ecowash mobile, has undergone a transformation to Nanotek, a new brand image emphasising the liquid polymer nano-technology that provides its strong competitive advantage. An aggressive development strategy during the economic downturn investing largely in market research resulted in crucial insight into the former brand that led to the creation of Nanotek, which CEO Jim Cornish said would provide a... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=14357 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=14357 Bucking Bull – Orion Springfield The Aktiv group recently unveiled the latest addition to their portfolio of 43 stores across Australia, a Bucking Bull Roast & Grill in the Food Court of Orion Springfield Town Centre in Springfield Central, Queensland. In its first week of opening, the store has been a huge success with Springfield locals, particularly fellow retailers within the centre who have welcomed the... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=14273 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=14273 There may be a potential franchisee recruitment market franchisors are overlooking, according to Asia-Pacific Centre for Franchising Excellence Researcher Dr Stephen Bennett. “Instead of only considering single unit suitability in the initial franchisee recruitment process, franchisors should consider suitability for multiple unit ownership from the outset, and target their recruitment strategies accordingly,” Dr... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=14209 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=14209 So the bank has politely declined your request to finance your franchise purchase- but they’ll keep your mortgage for the moment off course!  Before you abandon your dream of owning a franchise, it may be time to consider the other funding alternative – angel investors.  To be clear, this involves exchanging a degree of ownership in your franchise business in exchange for part or all of the money... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=13669 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=13669 Time to research a home loan switch with substance Australia’s largest independently-owned mortgage broker, Mortgage Choice has been calling out for some time for a more competitive home loan market. It is happy to see a proactive handful of lenders engaging in a potentially market share-nabbing advertising and public relations war. Things are looking healthier for borrowers these days thanks to a couple of the major... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=13665 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=13665 Highest number of first homebuyer home loans in one year Australia’s largest independently-owned mortgage broker, Mortgage Choice, is delighted to see yet another encouraging result from the ABS Housing Finance report 5609.0. December 2010 was the fourth successive month to show an increase in the overall value of dwelling commitments*, up by 2.5%, despite November’s much talked about rate rises that led the... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=13637 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=13637 Franchise sector-wide performance benchmarks will be available for the first time through an exciting new project, being run by the Centre. Franchisors with operations in Australia are invited to participate in the research project, and those who do will receive a business planning tool – the Franchise Performance Metrics Report, valued at $997 – for free. All contributions to the research are anonymous and strictly... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12997 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12997 Business is booming, orders are flooding in, the phone is ringing off-the-hook… it all sounds great but there’s a problem – you don’t have the capital to support the growth. This is a very real challenge for many growing SME’s, so much so that it can destroy your business. However it is a challenge that can be easily addressed once you know your funding options. So what are my funding... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12937 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12937 If you're thinking about a new franchise opportunity in 2011, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission suggests prospective franchisees make the most of opportunities to learn about the business model. "In the New Year, many people are thinking of ways to change their lifestyle and income and may see buying a franchise as one way of doing this," Acting ACCC chairman Michael Schaper said today.... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12783 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12783 Shed Boss sells a premium product with proven professional building systems. There is one simple philosophy at Shed Boss - it doesn’t matter how little or how much customers spend, they all deserve the very best. Shed Boss is a business that has been built from passion and vision, earning a solid reputation of producing a reliable and high quality product, combined with great customer service. Using the modern... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12724 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12724 Bucking Bull – Australia’s Favourite Roast & Grill – unveiled their stunning new concept store at Charlestown Square Shopping Centre in New South Wales, late last week. The latest addition to the 10 year old franchise is the first of its kind for Bucking Bull. The new concept store is the brand’s first venture into a back of house food court model, with many significant alterations to... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12647 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12647 Here's the perfect blend for a work-life balance CREATING a work-life balance was important to Bruce Spencer when he bought into a franchise and with Xpresso Delight he found his "perfect blend". The business model is based on generation of a passive income stream, with Spencer making $1200 a week with minimal time and effort." The Xpresso Delight concept works by placing fully automated, gourmet... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12703 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12703 Once again, Xpresso Delight has been voted amongst the Top 10 franchise businesses in Australia, as rated on the national website top franchise. Local business owner Nola D'Souza is proud that her business,Xpresso Delight Victoria Park, is a part of the Number Five ranked franchise system, and is happy to have been able to have her say in the performance of Xpresso Delight. "Knowing that the franchise system I bought... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12700 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12700 Matt Brimson of Sorrento has made the switch from employee to successful business owner with his Xpresso Delight gourmet coffee franchise. After being made redundant from his job of 17 years, Matt made then decision to spend more time with his young family. but he still needed a full-time equivalent income. Then he found Xpresso Delight. By placing gourmet, commercial grade espresso coffee machines into businesses and charging by the... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12694 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12694 RP Vending Systems is Australia’s largest and longest established vending machine supplier and manufacturer. For over 15 years RP Vending System’s has been helping people achieve their goals of running their own business and being their own boss. There are over two million actively trading businesses in Australia, these businesses have workplaces such as offices and factories. In these workplaces are staff who are... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12669 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12669 Se7en Gourmet Takeaway – one of Australia’s newest and most innovative operators in the Fast Food Franchise sector – recently unveiled their latest store at Indooroopilly Shopping Centre in Queensland. The stunning new food court model is the first of its kind for se7en and celebrates the brands successful entry into the competitive food court environment. The opening of the new Indooroopilly store... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12668 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12668 The Kebab Co. joins the Aktiv franchise group The Aktiv group, owners of the popular Bucking Bull Roast & Grill franchise and the se7en Gourmet Takeaway concept, announces the acquisition of Western Australian brand The Kebab Co., which comprises 10 franchised stores, all located in major shopping centres in WA. The Aktiv group plans to merge The Kebab Co. with its new franchised brand, Skewerz Kebabz, which most of the... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12664 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12664 Michel’s Patisserie specialises in the sale of specialty cakes, pastries, treats and savouries. The brand is also renowned for its exclusive award winning coffee blend which keeps bringing customers back. In fact, Michel's Patisserie was voted the best tasting coffee in Australia – July 2010 in a coffee chain - judged by the leading Australian Consumer Advocacy Magazine July 2010 A sip above the rest... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12662 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12662 Donut King is a happy place to shop for anyone, offering a range of donut products along with signature cold drinks, espresso coffee and ice creams as well as a tasty range of hot dogs. Donut King offers a complete system that other franchises only talk about. The Donut King brand, image and products have all developed over many years into a powerful retail entity. The brand itself enjoys over 90% consumer recall! The training of... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12661 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12661 Each bb’s café is designed as a “welcoming oasis”, where good coffee and fast meals that offer quality and value keep bringing customers back. The food & beverage retailing systems are one of the most efficient & franchisee friendly in Australia & New Zealand. That spells opportunity for any business. A system that works for you. The bb's cafe team at RFG has... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12658 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12658 Brumby’s GO! represents an evolution of the Brumby’s Bakery franchise system, and was developed in order to meet consumer demand for single serve, ready to eat, freshly prepared healthy snacks on the run. Brumby’s GO! is dedicated to quality fresh snacks baked ready to GO! Brumby’s GO! uses Brumby’s freshly baked bread to make delicious baguettes and filled rolls, as well as hot... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12657 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12657 Brumby's Franchise: Brumby’s is a specialty bread retailer and a part of one of Australia’s largest & most successful franchise groups. Brumby's prides itself on building strong relationships with its franchisees, providing them with the everyday support they need to create profitable and secure, long-term businesses. You’ll get more at Brumby’s We are proud to... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12656 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12656 Big Dad's Pies- New addition to RFG   We are a specialty pie retailer with our focus on product, retail and operational excellence. The pie selection in store is complemented by a range of sausage rolls, pastries, plus a selection of cakes and slices. Big Dad’s Pies is proudly operated under license by Retail Food Group Australia (RFG). RFG is Australia’s largest multi brand food franchisor. ... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12654 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12654 DOGS – A GIRL’S BEST FRIEND!   TWO Melbourne-born women have found that dogs, rather than diamonds, are a girl’s best friend. Jenny Brearley and long-time friend, Kathleen Mansfield, run the successful, national “Don’t Fret Pet!” franchise group and now aim to bring the business back “home” to Melbourne. The business was started by... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12652 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12652 From plants to pooches on the Gold Coast   One-time gardener, Carole Ciechanowicz, made the decision to switch from looking after plants to looking after pooches and purchased the “Don’t Fret Pet!” pet franchise on the Gold Coast. This award-winning dog-minding service ensures beloved pooches receive plenty of love and attention in the home of a carefully screened minder, while their owners... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12650 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12650 MEDIA RELEASE “DON’T FRET PET!” BEATS THE BEST IN QUEENSLAND   “Don’t Fret Pet!” has shown the rest of Queensland a clean pair of paws in expert dog care. The service is a national pet franchise that matches dogs with loving families for short-term holiday stays and the like. The franchise group is operated by business partners, Jenny Brearley... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12649 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12649 “Don’t Fret Pet!” Franchise Operation Continues To Grow As Dog-Minding Proves Recession-Proof No matter how tough times are, Australians don’t believe in compromising when it comes to doggie care. That’s the latest finding of “Don’t Fret Pet!”, the dog-minding service that continues to grow in leaps and bounds in response to the needs of a nation that... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12646 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12646 Wealthcreator And it is the increasing sophistication of the Australian coffee market that has seen Xpresso Delight's revenue grow by 186 per cent in the last year. The Sydney- based franchise places automated gourmet espresso machines into workplaces free of charge, giving coffee lovers their fix for $1 a cup. The firm was established in 2004 when Stephen Spitz and Paul Crabtree were looking for a business for their own... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12457 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12457 Mortgage Choice leads the way with online milestones Several key No. 1 rankings in Google searches Mortgage Choice, Australia’s largest independently-owned mortgage broker, this month celebrates a number of key milestones that position it ahead of its competitors in the online space. The national company may have been operating for 17+ years but is forward-thinking when making the most of optimising its presence... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12585 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12585 Franchisors remain optimistic about growth, with 7 in 10 franchisors feeling they will recruit more in the coming year according to research house 10 Thousand Feet. Now into its third edition, the 2010 release of 10 Thousand Feet’s Franchisor Expansion Study tracking report shows that franchisors optimism is getting close to 2007 levels prior to the GFC. 68% of franchisors believe they will recruit more new Greenfield franchisees... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12456 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12456 Winners from the national categories in the 2010 Excellence in Franchising Awards were announced at a gala dinner on the 12th October on the Gold Coast – as the climax of the 2010 National Franchise Convention. Over 450 of Australian franchising’s best and brightest were in attendance to celebrate the achievements of franchisors, franchisees and suppliers. - To view photos (and free downloads) from the night,... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12455 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12455 And it is the increasing sophistication of the Australian coffee market that has seen Xpresso Delight's revenue grow by 186 per cent in the last year. The Sydneybased franchise places automated gourmet espresso machines into workplaces free of charge, giving coffee lovers their fix for $1 a cup. The firm was established in 2004 when Stephen Spitz and Paul Crabtree were looking for a business for their own... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12382 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12382 FRIENDLY. PROFESSIONAL. CLEAN. November 9, 2010 Fantastic New Franchise Opportunity El Toro Window & Gutter Cleaning has been operating in the Northern Suburbs of Sydney, Australia for over 5 years. It has now expanded to such a point that it’s owner, Jonathan Bull, has realised that Franchising is the direction to take. Jonathan has been in the industry for over 12 years. This has given him... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12344 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12344 Retail leasing can be a complex field for even the most experienced leasing professionals. If you are evaluating a franchise that requires a retail lease over premises, in most cases your franchisor will have suitable experience, or, will engage experts to secure an appropriate lease. Regardless of the experience and competence of your franchisor, it just makes sense that you should make an effort to understand some of the key aspects... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12343 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12343   I know that many budding franchise owners agonize and stress over their applications and interviews that form part of being approved to join the franchise system of their choice. And this stress is probably for good reason! We know that it is a very competitive market for franchisors to attract the right franchise owners. But at the same time, it is also extremely competitive to get good sites and good... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12289 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=12289 21 October, 2010 Hotondo Homes, have won for the fourth year in a row at the Franchise Council of Australia’s Excellence in Franchising Awards for 2010. At the recent FAC awards dinner on the Gold Coast, Hotondo Homes was acknowledged by receiving a merit award for Excellence in Marketing for their Evolution 2010 marketing campaign. The Excellence in Marketing Award is presented to a company for its... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=11928 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=11928 More often than not, it is a combination of five key fear factors that frightens people into balking at the notion of a small enterprise or franchise business, according to one of the country’s leading franchise authorities. Andy Simpkin, who turned a one van operation on Sydney’s North Shore into the world’s biggest mobile coffee franchise, Cafe2U, has noticed that many of those who have bought into his... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=11921 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=11921 SafetyQuip has introduced the Powerheart®AED G3 Plus to its extensive range of personal protective equipment. SafetyQuip Nunawading’s Mark Bartlett knows very well how timely use of an AED can save a life, “My uncle was travelling in outback Queensland when he came across a car and a bus stopped at the side of the road. The driver of the car had suffered cardiac arrest and the bus driver was giving him CPR.... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=11783 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=11783 Bloomtools new 4.0 Database Marketing system will be released on the 9th of August. The new Database Marketing system is built to be faster, smarter and more easier to use than ever. Bloomtools began in 2004 as a boutique software development company for businesses on the Gold Coast, Australia. They are passionate about how the Internet could be used as a tool to level the playing field between small and big businesses, so they began... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=11781 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=11781 Australia’s largest national wraps franchise, Trios prides itself on our ability to understand that food is a Tactile Sensory and an Amalgamation of Flavors, and we strive to offer this experience in a very spirited yet responsible environment. At Trios the only thing we take seriously is our promise to our consumers that we will serve them exceptionally tasty and flavorful wraps, spuds and salads. Our creativity, expertise,... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=11700 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=11700 Coffee chains dominate our shopping centres, airports and main streets, but which serves the best cup of coffee? Our experts tasted espressos we made from the standard beans used in each of the 10 tested chains. Then for a comparison of how the coffee actually tastes at the outlets themselves, one of our experts sampled coffees at Gloria Jean's, Michel’s Patisserie and Starbucks. What we confirmed is that... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=11155 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=11155 The program, announced last month and funded by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), commences today/this week with more than 270 participants already registered. Delivered online, the pre-entry franchise education program is being developed by Griffith University’s Asia-Pacific Centre for Franchising Excellence, and funded by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC). Asia-Pacific Centre for... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=11212 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=11212 Free pre-entry franchise education is now live. The program, announced last month and funded by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), commences today/this week with more than 270 participants already registered. Offered online, through the Asia-Pacific Centre for Franchising Excellence, the program may be accessed from across Australia or the world. Asia-Pacific Centre for Franchising Excellence Director... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=11246 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=11246 As recent studies confirm, Australian workers are spending more time at their desks than ever before. Time poor and deadline challenged, the traditional morning stroll to the local cafe is a time luxury many can’t afford in an era where eating lunch at your desk is the norm. With the local coffee market recently valued at over $3 billion, coffee has cemented itself as an essential part of our daily ritual. But the more studious... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=11225 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=11225 Donut King has launched Australia’s only doughnuts topped with artificial-free icing and sprinkles. Targeted at parents keen to eliminate artificial colours and flavours from their children’s lunch boxes, the new kid's range features doughnuts with icing and sprinkles made from all natural ingredients. In line with Donut King's overall strategic direction, they continue to invigorate their products with new initiatives... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3623 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3623 So you’re thinking about buying a franchise, but you’re not sure if you have what it takes to make it a success? To help you decide whether or not you should invest in a franchise, I’ve compiled a list of 7 essential skills and characteristics that you should have before you even think about signing a franchise agreement and handing over any money. This list is based on my experience in the franchise... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3711 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3711 Bruce Doyle, Entrepreneur, Executive and Business Coach, Master Licencee for ActionCOACH and Owner of The Total Freedom Group, shares his business experiences and insights into the franchise industry. My first exposure to business coaching was approximately 13 years ago, when I met the founder of ActionCOACH Brad Sugars.  At the time, I was running a chain of gourmet food stores throughout Melbourne.  Brad just happened... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=11134 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=11134 If you are thinking about buying a franchise, Don’t, unless you follow these basic steps to check out the business opportunity thoroughly! Read this article to learn about the 20 successful habits for a franchisee! This might well be the biggest decision of your working life. You had better get it right! But do not try and make the decision alone, there are experienced professionals that can assist you. Make sure that whomever... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4175 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4175 We love doing business plans for franchises mainly for the same reason people consider buying one - most of the hard work has already been done by the franchisor or the prior franchisee. We have done hundreds of business plans from all industries and at all stages of business life – start up, growth, expansion, etc. When a prospective franchisee contacts us and tells us they are proposing to buy a franchise and the franchisor... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3674 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3674 It is vitally important to seek advice when purchasing a franchised business. Do not try and go it alone. The cost associated with seeking advice will potentially save you money in the long term. Seek advice from experienced franchise advisers. Do not be nervous to ask about their experience in franchising. To make sure you make an informed decision about purchasing a franchise, you should seek advice from a: A franchise lawyer ... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=10974 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=10974 Although most business commentators report there wasn’t much in the budget for business, franchises will benefit from improved mediation services. The 2010 Budget, handed down by Federal Treasurer Wayne Swan on Tuesday night (May 11), included $2.7 million worth of support for early intervention in same industry business disputes, which includes franchising. According to Small Business Minister Dr Craig Emerson, the funding will... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=10953 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=10953 Topfranchise.com.au’s bi-annual review into the satisfaction levels of Australia’s franchisees has revealed that being part of a franchise group has paid dividends over the course of the last year with a 5% increase in franchisees belief that they will be able to sell their business for a good return on investment. Now into its second year, topfranchise has surveyed over 2,000 franchisees (from over 65 systems) across... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=10910 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=10910  What do a lawyer, a pharmacist and a real estate agent all have in common? They each bought a Mortgage Choice franchise last year. Upon profiling its 2010 franchise start-ups, Australia’s largest independently-owned mortgage broker found a diverse collection of owners with widely varied career backgrounds. Senior corporate affairs manager for Mortgage Choice, Kristy Sheppard said the ‘Franchise Recruitment... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=10448 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=10448 The year has already started off on a high note for Jenny Kidd of Forestville in NSW. Age is no obstacle for this effervescent multi-franchisee owner. With two successful mobile Cafe 2U franchises it is to no surprise that Jenny has been awarded National Franchisee of the Year for 2009. The honorary award includes a three week trip to England and Europe where she will meet fellow representatives from Cafe2U UK. Cafe2U is the... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=10252 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=10252 National workplace safety product & services franchise, SafetyQuip, was today announced as a BRW Fast Franchise and is ranked 31 on the 2010 list. The BRW Fast Franchises list ranks companies according to their average annual turnover growth over three years. According to the business magazine the entrepreneurs running the BRW Fast Franchises are extremely confident about their futures. Commenting on their success in the annual... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=9602 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=9602 GoBaby franchise proudly announces they have just sold their first franchise - Natasha Wright is the proud owner of the GoBaby Bunbury Franchise. GoBaby can provide clients with everything they need when away from home for newborns through to young children. This can suit young families who are travelling, households with young children coming to visit for extended periods and new families with a precious bundle to get home from hospital... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=9601 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=9601 Indian born Australians husband and wife team Rajesh and Vandna Bhatia saw an opportunity to bring the best of India to Australia. The Bhatia’s and The Franchise Shop have worked closely to franchise their successful business, and are now ready to offer franchises. Grant Garraway Senior Consultant of The Franchise Shop says “This is a wonderful opportunity for couples to own their own India at Home Franchise and gain... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=9600 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=9600 Lollypotz have just signed their 22nd franchise in just 6 short months! Grant Garraway Senior Franchise Consultant for The Franchise Shop says “This a truly remarkable achievement for a new franchise reflecting the staggeringly good value for money franchise offer.” The Franchise Shop completed the development work for Lollypotz and assist Lollypotz with franchise owner recruitment. This unique retail business concept... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=9406 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=9406 The Cafe2U mobile coffee franchise has been awarded best value franchise system by Australian Financial Review Smart Investor magazine in the December 2009 issue. In the $50,000 to $150,000 price range, it was lauded as one of two of the best value systems in the market out of more than 1,000 contenders. One of the fastest growing business concepts in the nation, Cafe2U is now the largest mobile coffee franchise in the world. Since... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=9355 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=9355 The Interface Financial Group brings a new dimension to small business financing in New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory with the opening of their new IFG office in Sydney. The Interface Financial Group has been providing short term working capital for small business through a proven invoice discounting program for more than 37 years. With more than 140 offices in the United States, Canada, New Zealand, Western Australia,... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=9339 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=9339 Smartline Personal Mortgage Advisers has again been named Australia’s top franchise. Topfranchise.com.au ranked Smartline number one in its latest top 10 list released today, following a comprehensive survey of franchisees from some of the best known franchise systems across the country. Smartline’s ranking comes as it plans to roll out a growth strategy, with a focus on the recruitment of high quality franchisees, for... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=9290 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=9290 Australia is the most heavily franchised nation per capita in the world. There are more than 1,000 franchise systems nationally, spanning industries ranging from fast food to financial services. With myriad options to choose from, how do you determine where to invest your money? Across the country, many people are turning to franchising for greater job security and earning potential, as well as renewed stability and to determine their own... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=9228 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=9228 How do you choose a franchise amongst the many thousand on offer? With so many factors to consider it’s a daunting task… Bucking Bull’s newest franchisees revealed that they had a shopping list of “must haves” which needed to be met by a Franchisor before they would consider purchasing a franchise. Requisites included product offerings with a wide market appeal; a recession proof and... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=9223 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=9223 The Annual Franchisee Satisfaction Study by Franchising Research House 10 THOUSAND FEET has revealed that the franchising industry has held steady through a rough 2009, with growth in the number of satisfied franchisees. The survey of over 550 franchisees found an increase in willingness of franchisees to renew their agreements by half a percent from 2008. The result shows franchisees have held up well in the economic downturn, with... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=9157 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=9157 Kwik Kopy Printing Centre Ringwood wins Franchise Council of Australia’s Franchisee of the Year (2 or more staff) 2009 award Melbourne, Australia, 29 October 2009: Kwik Kopy Printing Centre Ringwood in Victoria has been named as the Franchise Council of Australia’s choice for the coveted Franchisee of the Year 2009 (2 or more staff) award. Lou and Silvana Pannunzio, owners of Kwik Kopy Printing Centre Ringwood fought... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=9156 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=9156 National building group, Hotondo Homes, took home an award for the second year in a row at the Franchise Council of Australia’s Excellence in Franchising Awards. Hotondo Homes national marketing manager Jodie Flower took out the merit award for Franchise Executive of the Year at the awards night held in Perth. This award is the most recent addition to Hotondo Homes’ string of accolades. Last year the company took out... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8972 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8972 The National Australia Bank (NAB) has appointed Simon Ovenden as Senior Partner, Franchise Banking (QLD) and Shaun Needs as Senior Partner, NAB Franchise Banking (SA/NT). NAB National Manger Franchise Banking, Darryn McAuliffe, said that these internal appointments further strengthen NAB’s specialised franchise team and commitment to its customers. “The appointment of Shaun and Simon to our specialised franchise... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8332 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8332 topfranchise.com.au has today released the results of its third quarterly review into the satisfaction of Australia’s franchisees, revealing interesting changes in the franchising industry, with a strong rise in satisfaction in the mortgage franchise sector. Franchisee satisfaction ratings for financial services businesses have recovered and even improved their performance, with three major players in the mortgage franchise... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8297 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8297 Australia’s largest independently-owned mortgage broker, Mortgage Choice is proud to have claimed the number one ranking in the Top 25 Brokerages list compiled by Mortgage Business magazine. It has been a stellar year for the nationwide franchisor, during which it also received these accolades: Retail Aggregator / Originator of the Year at the 2009 MFAA Awards, a place on the 2009 BRW Fast Franchises list, Best Financial... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8296 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8296 THE coffee beans are smelling even sweeter these days for Xpresso Delight co-founders Stephen Spitz and Paul Crabtree. After starting the business in 2003 their franchised concept of placing fully-automated, commercial grade, gourmet espresso coffee machines into workplaces at no cost, with the coffee charged at just $1 per cup, has experienced nothing but consistent growth which culminated this month with the company signing its 100th... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8027 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=8027 Marketing overhaul results in new direction Australia’s largest independently-owned mortgage broker, Mortgage Choice is excited about the brand re-launch it is embarking upon over July and August. The refreshed look and feel, based on extensive consumer research and staff workshops, is designed to reflect the company’s brand essence – the key values of empowering borrower decision and providing credible... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=7981 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=7981 Australia’s third largest pizza maker Eagle Boys Pizza will open one new store every 19 hours during the last eight days of the financial year, capping off 12 months of strong store growth and sales. Between 22 and 30 June 2009, Eagle Boys will open 10 new stores across the company’s Standard, Micro, Local and Express store models. The new stores are located in Queensland, New South Wales, and Western Australia. It... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=7859 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=7859 Mirroring the recession in the early 1990s, the current economic downturn has again seen interest levels in franchises spike. Rather than fritter away their redundancy package many left jobless are looking to invest their payout on a franchise in what they see as recession-proof business investment. “The franchising industry tends to pick up during a recessionary period because some very talented operators, middle and upper... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=7784 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=7784 2009 Mortgage Choice Survey of Potential Franchisees Mortgage Choice, Australia’s largest independently-owned mortgage broker, has discovered that close to half of all Australians planning on purchasing a franchise in the next three years have been motivated by the difficult economic climate. The nationwide company’s third annual Potential Franchisee Survey also revealed a renewed desire for income potential above... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=7692 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=7692 Refusing to be drawn into the doom and gloom surrounding the economy, web development franchise Bloomtools and its franchisees are still achieving great success. With franchises operating across Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland, Bloomtools is making its national presence felt and is quickly building up a large base of clients achieving great results with their world-class tools. This, combined with its streamlined business... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=7661 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=7661 Delegates at the FCA’s QLD State Conference, held on Friday 8th May, were told about strong growth in QLD based national franchises. Delivering a keynote address, PoolWerx CEO John O’Brien reported that sales and profitability for his business were up in the first 4 months of 2009, with sales growth of 19% compared to the last 4 months of 08. O’Brien also delivered a challenging presentation exhorting all... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=7658 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=7658 Achieving the number nine spot on the coveted national topfranchise.com.au list, Mortgage Choice, Australia’s largest independently-owned mortgage broker, is proud to be viewed in such a positive light by its award-winning franchise network. The Top Franchise list is the result of an ongoing franchisee satisfaction review by strategic marketing intelligence agency 10 THOUSAND FEET, which surveys over 2,000 franchisees from 65... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=7642 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=7642 The world’s largest mobile coffee franchise, Australian born Café2U, is set to expand further thanks to the introduction of a new package ensuring all new franchisees success from day one of their new business venture. Cafe2U has  over 80 franchisees in Australia and nearly 50 in the UK but this is set to be the tip of the iceberg as prospective franchisees look to invest in a ‘sure thing’... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=7472 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=7472 Kwik Kopy Australia has announced the winner of its third annual Red Flame Design Awards, created to highlight the great designers employed within the Kwik Kopy Australia network.   Waleed Hassan, Graphic Designer with Kwik Kopy Alexandria, took out this year’s major prize of a MacBook Pro complete with full Creative Suite (CS4) software from Adobe, announced at Kwik Kopy’s annual conference held at Hamilton... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=7241 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=7241 Nunawading Café2U owner David Weston unwittingly helped the world’s biggest mobile coffee franchise celebrate a major milestone when he purchased the business last year. David’s new venture was officially crowned the Australian born worldwide success story’s 100th franchise, with an exclusive one-off paintwork design adorning the van to commemorate the occasion. “It was a nice milestone to... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=7217 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=7217 Australia’s largest independently-owned mortgage broker, Mortgage Choice announces the appointment of a well-respected mortgage industry representative as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Mr Michael Russell. Mr Russell will commence his tenure as the nationwide franchisor’s new CEO this Thursday, 23 April. He joins Mortgage Choice with an extensive background in financial services and an in-depth knowledge of mortgage... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=7184 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=7184 Sydney 16 April 2009: Kwik Kopy Ringwood, in Victoria has been named as the Kwik Kopy Australia Franchise of the Year 2009. A delighted Lou Pannunzio and his wife Silvana flew to the company’s annual conference on Hamilton Island to receive the award, on 4 April 2009.   The winner of the award, judged by senior management at Kwik Kopy Australia, is chosen on the basis of meeting or exceeding selected key performance... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=6918 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=6918 WHILE most franchise companies find it increasingly difficult to attract female franchisees, Xpresso Delight has recruited women to fill almost 40 percent of its franchise network. In an industry considered to have a low representation of women, it is a corporate feat to have women comprising 39 percent of Xpresso Delight franchisees compared to the industry average of 27.9 percent as released in the Franchising Australia 2008... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=6917 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=6917 SOMEWHERE, right now, there’s an Xpresso Delight franchisee earning better than the national average wage for working under 10 hours per week. Some people might not call that work and that’s exactly what the founders of Xpresso Delight, Paul Crabtree and Stephen Spitz, had in mind when they created the concept which has just been ranked the 11th “Fastest-Growing Franchise” by outlet in... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=6583 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=6583 Making their debut in the prestigious BRW Fast Franchises list, Australia’s global mobile coffee franchise Café2U has broken into the top ten. In the key category of ‘Fastest growing franchises by outlets’, Café2U took the number 10 spot among  the class of 2009 with 75 outlets, a 57.1% increase in the three years to June 30, 2008. They ranked 21st in the ‘Fastest growing... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=6576 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=6576 TERRITORY MASTER FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITY VIC For some industries, namely finance, retail and property 2009 looks to be a tough year. For other things are getting better, interest rates are coming down, Government are handing out money trying to get us to spend, petrol is going down and retailers are giving discount after discount. Many householders with secure jobs are better off than they have been and have more disposable income available.... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=6422 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=6422 In their first year of eligibility Australia's global waterless carwash sensation ecowash mobile has grabbed a Top 3 placing in the prestigious BRW Fast Franchises list for 2009. Starting operations in 2004, they met this year's criteria that required a recorded turnover of more than $500,000 in 2004-05. The list ranks 100 different franchise models in Australia.   With results independently audited and based on growth in outlets... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=6389 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=6389 Fastway Couriers, the world's largest courier franchise opened the doors to their first South African operation in Pretoria this month; bringing the number of countries the Fastway group operates in to ten. Established in New Zealand in 1983, the privately owned company has pursued a franchise business model to expand internationally. South African businessmen, Mark van Niekerk, and Murray Duncan are the operating directors of the South... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=6347 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=6347 Kwik Kopy print franchise owners are continuing to buck the economic downturn, recording a seventh consecutive year of growth through 2008 due to a robust business-to-business sales model and their ability to act quickly to meet the changing needs of both existing and new clients.   Kwik Kopy Australia’s aim is to deliver practical print advice, graphic design and advanced online access to provide its clients with... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=6219 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=6219 The Keen to Clean Group Pty. Ltd. is delighted to announce the signing of its first franchise to Mr. Aruna Jayawickrama in Melbourne. "Aruna is an outstanding signing for us. He brings sound industry experience, excellent qualifications and a passion for doing the job right the first time" said Managing Director Mr. Brijesh Purohit. The Keen to Clean Group is a unique franchise model within the cleaning industry.... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=6151 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=6151 Former Chairman of the Franchise Council of Australia and CEO of Australia’s largest pool and spa care network PoolWerx, Mr John O’Brien said he was confident the franchising sector would ride out the economic downturn if franchisees were smart about their business tactics. “In my 25 years experience franchising has always been an exponential growth industry,” he said. “The systems and... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5858 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5858 THE GOVERNMENT support package for small business revealed at the Small Business Summit in Brisbane will not provide real impact according to John O’Brien Chairman of the Franchise Council of Australia and CEO of Australia’s largest pool and spa care network PoolWerx. “Small business in Australia employs 60 percent of the workforce but minor measures such as the individual tax management plans, $4 million for... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5775 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5775 Australia's Donut King has opened its first outlet in Shanghai, with additional stores to open in Shanghai during the coming months. The opening on 1 November 2008 was the result of a Master Licence Agreement between Retail Food Group and Shanghai-based Mak Brands Limited to develop and proliferate the Donut King franchise system within the People's Republic of China. Donut King opened its first outlet in Eastgarden Sydney in 1981.... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5562 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5562 Cookie and Coffee chain Mrs Fields Australia is growing from strength to strength with consumer confidence and franchisee commitment obvious, both here in Australia and in the US. Following the recent voluntary lodgment of an optional chapter 11 bankruptcy as part of their financial restructuring of the US Mrs Fields Famous Brands operation in the states, the American mother-ship of the independent Australian operation has emerged a much... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5536 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5536 Griffith University has just released it's 2008 Franchising Australia report, a comprehensive overview into the franchise sector in Australia. The report reveals that franchising is continuing to expand in 2008.  The main findings were: There are approximately 1100 business format franchisors in Australia in 2008, compared with 960 in 2006 and 850 and 2004 There are an estimated 71 400 units operating in business format... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5414 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5414 Channel 9 has launched a new business program focusing on franchising, 'Don't Come Monday', which will air on Sunday mornings. The show is touted as 'a new concept in business TV' and will feature the 'inspirational stories of everyday people, who've gone through a career seachange, leaving the nine to five existence behind them and buying into a franchise'. 'Don't Come Monday' has launched in response to huge popularity of franchising over... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5413 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5413 Franchised home delivery company, Aussie Farmers Direct, has won the ActionCOACH My Business Award for Outstanding Excellence. In a competitve field of more than 500 businesses, the innovative new Australian business walked away with the top award of the night as well as the award for Best Start Up Business. Aussie Farmers Direct launched in Melbourne just 3 years ago and has since revitalised the food home delivery market, with its... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5296 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5296 NEW Induction Training Workshop for Franchisees - (Cert IV in Franchising). Understanding the technical aspects of your Franchise System will get your new franchisees started, but making sure they have the right business skills will sustain their long term growth and prosperity. And don’t forget your existing franchisees that often need to learn new business skills. Franchisors who have had their Franchisees (new and... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5159 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5159 Australia’s franchise success story Cafe2U has introduced a new top level position to the Australian arm to offer comprehensive support to their franchise network. The level of franchise support will even involve ‘warming up’ a new territory  to give every new franchise the greatest possible chance to thrive from the word go. Having hit the 120 franchise mark worldwide in September, Cafe2U have... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5056 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5056 The latest addition to the Bucking Bull franchise at Tweed City Shopping Centre in New South Wales commenced trade this month with exceptional results. Owner George Ioannou has been in business for many years and owned the Leaf n Beef food outlet at Tweed City, which has been successfully rebranded as a Bucking Bull store. George decided to rebrand his old store under the Bucking Bull brand in an effort to increase his stores recognition... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5013 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5013 The Frontline Recruitment Group has taken out an historic double, winning two major Franchise Council of Australia state awards. Colleen and Mark Hart’s Brisbane Frontline Retail recruitment agency have been crowned Queensland’s Franchisee of the Year in the Franchise Council of Australia (FCA) MYOB Excellence in Franchising Awards. They will compete with WA state category winner Bronwyn Butcher and her Perth Frontline... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5012 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5012 Sandwiches, salads and smiles will be on the menu at Virgin Blue’s new Brisbane headquarters with the airline welcoming Australia’s fastest growing sandwich franchise Healthy Habits on board as its official café and sandwich bar. The franchise, which has 29 stores across Australia and is known for its smiley face logo, was given the nod after a lengthy tender process ruled out several major fast food and... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4926 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4926  One of the fastest growing business concepts in the nation, Australian franchise success story Café 2U has been crowned the largest mobile coffee franchise in the world. Since developing into a franchise system in 2004 from a humble one-man, one van operation on Sydney’s North Shore four years earlier, Café 2U currently has 45 franchises in NSW.   Opening multiple franchises in Queensland,... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4805 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4805 Today’s decision by the High Court of Australia in the ‘Ketchell’ case provides a welcome return to contract stability in the $128 billion franchising sector, according to the sector’s peak representative body, the Franchise Council of Australia. FCA chairman John O’Brien said the court ruling had eliminated a doubt which had hung over the sector since an unexpected ruling by the NSW Court of... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4551 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4551 Recruitment Vision continues with their growth in the Recruitment franchise marketplace by appointing their 12th franchisee overall and their 3rd in Sydney. Mr Wayne Slack - Managing Director today announced their latest in their growing list of franchisees -  that of Mr Michael Wilmot who will be operating out of their North Ryde office in Sydney. “It is with a great deal of pleasure that we welcome a franchisee on... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4548 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4548 Leading Australian entrepreneur, Bruce Doyle, is the latest business expert to invest in a website empire, opening Bloomtools Melbourne Central this week. Bruce, who has owned more than 20 successful businesses and worked with some of the world’s best entrepreneurs, was so impressed with the Bloomtools system and tools that he started his own Bloomtools franchise in Melbourne and became the master licensee for Victoria. ... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4422 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4422 With environmental concerns a priority for many locals nowadays, tourism and transport operator Fantasea Adventure Cruising has made a commitment to doing their bit to help the environment. In fact, they have just been presented with the Environmental Commitment Certificate by local waterless carwash operator Mick Holman. Fantasea Adventure Cruising has long been committed to sustainable operation and protecting the environment, with CEO... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4403 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4403 Pizza Capers has announced an ambitious growth strategy to operate a network of 100 stores in the next two years and establish a presence in New South Wales and Victoria. Based in Queensland and starting with one concept store in Kenmore in 1996, partners Scott Geiszler and Anthony Russo have built a franchised chain with 29 stores in Brisbane, selling over one million pizzas per year, and plans are afoot to open another 20 stores across... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4402 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4402 Finding the right balance between work and family life is something most people aspire to and there are few business opportunities that accommodate this, but QLD business owner Bruce Spencer has found the ‘perfect blend’  with an Xpresso Delight franchisee. With a business model based on helping to generate a passive income stream, Mr Spencer’s business keeps ‘grinding’ to the tune... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4346 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4346 Each year 8,000 tonnes of hazardous battery waste ends up in Australian landfill. In a bid to preserve the environment, Battery World has launched a recycling program to encourage the community to stop throwing out this hazardous waste in the normal garbage. A recent Australian Bureau of Statistics report stated that batteries were the most common form of hazardous waste disposed of in Australian households and that 97 per cent disposed... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4310 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4310 Leading Australian retail food brand manager and franchisor Retail Food Group Limited (‘RFG’) today announced that it had finalised the terms of a Master Licence Agreement (‘MLA’) with Shanghai based Mak Brands Limited concerning the proliferation of the Donut King franchise system within the Peoples Republic of China. The China Master Licence Agreement:  grants exclusive rights in... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4257 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4257 WHETHER it’s one cup or five, coffee lovers will stop at no end to get their fix and Stephen Spitz and Paul Crabtree, founders of the highly successful coffee franchise Xpresso Delight have capitalised on answering this ‘dire’ need. The Sydney-based franchise established in 2004 has achieved phenomenal revenue growth with a 186 percent increase in the last year, indicative of the success the business has... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4248 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4248 Ketchell update – judges deliberating The sector is waiting for judges to consider their decision from the recent High Court hearing into the Ketchell case, heard on 10 June. The Ketchell case has received considerable media coverage recently, most noting the FCA move to get clarity for the sector. The decision by the NSW Court of Appeal has created confusion which needs to be cleared up for the future stability of the franchise... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4247 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4247 The notion behind fast food outlets is that you get a meal that’s fast, convenient, affordable and tasty, however now there’s something new on offer to hungry customers who enjoy eating out. Australian healthy food franchise, SumoSalad, this week launches their first ever Black Label concept store, which in addition to offering the traditional healthy take-away option that SumoSalad is famous for, will now... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4238 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4238 June has been an exciting month for Endota Spas, as they expand their franchise business around Australia and take home an award for innovation at the spa indutry's night of nights. The 13th National Awards of Excellence 2008 were held on the Gold Coast on June 15th to celebrate the best of the spa industry.  These awards are considered to be the most prestigious for the beauty industry as they also review a technical division... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4217 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4217 Recent research conducted at the State University of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil into the adverse effects of trans fats on our health, has shown that these can be passed from mother to child through the breast milk, renewing demands for trans fats to be banned. Trans fats are attractive for the food industry due to their extended shelf life and flavour stability, and have displaced natural solid fats and liquid oils in many areas of food... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4118 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4118 AUSTRALIA’S number one healthy fast food franchise Healthy Habits has continued its stellar rise to the top of the food chain after it was named the fifth fastest growing company in the renowned BRW Magazine’s Top 100 Fast Starters list. Healthy Habits posted an impressive growth figure of 43 percent over the past financial year making it the highest ranking food franchise on the list. Healthy Habits Founder and... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4090 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4090 Stewart Nicholls, operations manager and co-founder of Australian waterless carwash franchise giant ‘ecowash mobile’ will be the key note speaker at the 4th Young Entrepreneur Workshop held at the SSHED (Sutherland Shire Hub for Economic Development) on the 21st June at noon. Starting out as an apprentice mechanic at just 15 years of age, Stewart was foreman for over 50 mechanics by the time he was 21 and, together with... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4079 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4079 Australian-owned Gloria Jean’s Coffees will become the first Australian company to be distinguished with the Rainforest Alliance Corporate Green Globe Award in New York this month, recognising the company’s work in supporting global sustainability in agriculture. Gloria Jean’s Coffees has worked with the highly-respected Rainforest Alliance not-forprofit organisation since 2003 and now sells Rainforest Alliance... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4078 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4078 Mortgage Choice, Best in the Mortgage & Finance Industry*, discovered that stimulation, challenge and personal achievement has overtaken potential to earn for Australians planning on purchasing a franchise in the next three years. The nation’s largest publicly listed franchisor commissioned its second annual Potential Franchisee Survey, an independent online survey, to uncover behaviour drivers for 505 Australians between... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3851 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3851 When Debbi Fields, a young mother with no business experience, opened her first cookie store in Palo Alto, California in 1977 she wouldn’t have dreamed of dominating the specialty bakery industry worldwide. Nearly 31 years later there are more than 500 Mrs. Fields stores in 19 countries and another 3,000 independent outlets worldwide.Mrs. Fields fired up their ovens in Australia in 1988 and celebrates their 20th anniversary in the... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3850 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3850 Australian franchise systems are the envy of the rest of the world according to ecowash mobile managing director Jim Cornish. Mr Cornish credited lifestyle considerations, a global shift towards sustainable practices and the stringent nature of the Australian franchising environment as the key reasons his Australian waterless carwash franchise had infiltrated 10 countries since starting out as a two car operation in 2004. New... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3828 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3828 The Franchise Council of Australia is supporting the High Court appeal of a franchisee in a case that is critical to franchise law in Australia.  The FCA is asking its members to donate money to help fund a franchisee who is appealing a NSW Court of Appeals decision that a franchise agreement with Master Education Services Pty Ltd is illegal because the francisor did not recieve a written confirmaiton that the franchisee has... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3829 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3829 The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has commenced proceedings in the Federal Court in Sydney against Allphones Retail Pty Limited. The ACCC alleges that, in operating this franchise system, Allphones failed to comply with Franchising Code of Conduct and engaged in misleading and deceptive conduct and unconscionable conduct towards its franchisees in contravention of sections 51AC, 51AD, 52 and 59 of the Trade Practices Act... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3454 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3454 Franchising is a method of expanding your business. It involves the granting of rights to another person (the ‘Franchisee’) to distribute your products or services in conjunction with your name or mark and pursuant to a particular method or business plan. Franchising in Australia has been widely accepted and seen rapid growth in recent years. The 2006 survey compiled by Lorelle Frazer of Griffith University for the... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3442 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3442 The purchase of a franchise business is different from the purchase of an independent business. As a franchisee you will be party to a long-term relationship with your franchisor and you will agree to run the business in accordance with the franchisor’s system. Buying a franchise has the advantages of offering many benefits, such as: A uniform, consistent business that often relies on a successful... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3648 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3648 The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has announced changes to the Franchising Code of Conduct that will affect all franchisors and franchisees.These important changes officially become law on March 1 2008, so make sure you understand and implement them before then.Here is a summary of the major changes: A franchisor must give franchisees a copy of the franchising code, a disclosure document in the required form and... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3647 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3647 Fernwood, the Australian-based women's fitness franchise, has announced that it plans to expand into the Indian market.  The company, which currently has more than 70 gyms across Australia, is looking for local partners in India to help them launch in the next year.The Indian gyms will mainly be operated by franchisees and Fernwood aims to open 60 fitness centres across 35 cities within the first 5 years.Read more information about... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3646 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3646 Australian-based pizza franchise Domino's has announced that strong profits at the end of 2007 have put them on track to record a 30% profit growth for the 2008 financial year.  The first half of the current financial year was very successful for the famous pizza company, with the opening of 27 new stores and $6.1million profit.2008 is looking to be a big year for the business, with record profits expected as well as a move into the... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3451 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3451 Industry-respected Australian steel building supplier, Wide Span Sheds, has just announced the release of franchise opportunities in New Zealand. Supplying a comprehensive range of garages, farm sheds, barns, arenas and stables, plus industrial and commercial buildings, the franchises will be linked in to Wide Span Sheds powerful Shed Management System (SMS) for all quoting, tracking and delivery data. According to Wide Span... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3450 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3450 If you're thinking about investing in a franchise business, you should go to the Franchising Expo before you make your choice.  Every year, the Franchise Council of Australia organises an expo where all of Australia's leading franchisors get together in the one place to give potential franchisees information and chance to talk to someone from the company.  The Franchise Expo is a great opportunity to research franchises,... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3449 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3449 Bloomtools, developer of leading online business tools, has officially launched its franchise business.After announcing plans to expand into the franchise market late last year, Bloomtools will begin franchising in February 2008.  According to Bloomtools Managing Director, James Greig, it's an exciting time for the company.  "This is an amazing time for our business - we are about to take on the franchise... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3456 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3456 Communications industry executive and consultant Steve Wright has been appointed to head Australia’s peak franchising sector representative group, the Franchise Council of Australia (FCA). FCA Chairman John O’Brien said Steve’s experience in industry advocacy and stakeholder relations, including government relations, on the national level over the past 15 years made him a strong fit for the FCA. “In...