http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/ Australian Franchises Articles 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 there's more to a good... 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=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=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 existing)... 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. After... 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=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=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... 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 Professor... 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 industry,... 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=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 Sheds Sales... 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 formula ... 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 you,...