http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/ Australian Franchises Articles 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 Orsquo;Brien Chairman of the Franchise Council of Australia and CEO of Australiarsquo;s largest pool and spa care network PoolWerx.ldquo;Small business in Australia employs 60 percent of the workforce but minor measures such as the individual tax management plans, 4 million for advisory centres and... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5775 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5775 Australias 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 Peoples Republic of China. Donut King opened its first outlet in Eastgarden Sydney in 1981. Today there... 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 its 2008 Franchising Australia report, a comprehensive overview into the franchise sector in Australia.The report reveals that franchising is continuing to expand in 2008.nbsp; 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 franchises ... 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, Dont 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, whove gone through a career seachange, leaving the nine to five existence behind them and buying into a franchise.Dont Come Monday has launched in response to huge popularity of franchising over the last few... 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 hundreds of... 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 donrsquo;t forget your existing franchisees that often need to learn new business skills. Franchisors who have had their Franchisees new and existing participate in... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5159 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=5159 Australiarsquo;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 lsquo;warming uprsquo; a new territorynbsp; 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 experienced a 20 growth rate in... 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 and... 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 Hartrsquo;s Brisbane Frontline Retail recruitment agency have been crowned Queenslandrsquo;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 Retail agency... 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 Bluersquo;s new Brisbane headquarters with the airline welcoming Australiarsquo;s fastest growing sandwich franchise Healthy Habits on board as its official cafeacute; 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 catering companies.... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4926 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4926 nbsp;One of the fastest growing business concepts in the nation, Australian franchise success story Cafeacute; 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 Sydneyrsquo;s North Shore four years earlier, Cafeacute; 2U currently has 45 franchises in NSW.nbsp;Opening multiple franchises in Queensland, the Central Coast and the ACT... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4805 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4805 Todayrsquo;s decision by the High Court of Australia in the lsquo;Ketchellrsquo; case provides a welcome return to contract stability in the 128 billion franchising sector, according to the sectorrsquo;s peak representative body, the Franchise Council of Australia.FCA chairman John Orsquo;Brien said the court ruling had eliminated a doubt which had hung over the sector since an unexpected ruling by the NSW Court of Appeal earlier this year in... 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 -nbsp; that of Mr Michael Wilmot who will be operating out of their North Ryde office in Sydney.ldquo;It is with a great deal of pleasure that we welcome a franchisee on board with the... 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 worldrsquo;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 having his... 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 Hume... 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 lsquo;perfect blendrsquo;nbsp; with an Xpresso Delight franchisee.With a business model based on helping to generate a passive income stream, Mr Spencerrsquo;s business keeps lsquo;grindingrsquo; to the tune of 1,200 each week with minimal... 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 of... 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 lsquo;RFGrsquo; today announced that it had finalised the terms of a Master Licence Agreement lsquo;MLArsquo; 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:nbsp; grants exclusive rights in respect of the Donut King system for... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4257 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4257 WHETHER itrsquo;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 lsquo;dirersquo; 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 enjoyed.The Xpresso... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4248 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4248 Ketchell update ndash; judges deliberatingThe 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 sector.The... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4247 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4247 The notion behindnbsp;fast food outlets is that you get a meal thatrsquo;s fast, convenient, affordable and tasty, however now therersquo;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 incorporate an... 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 indutrys 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.nbsp; These awards are considered to be the most prestigious for the beauty industry as they also review a technical division coming from... 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=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 ndash; start up, growth, expansion, etc. When a prospective franchisee contacts us and tells us they are proposing to buy a franchise and the franchisor and the... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4118 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=4118 AUSTRALIArsquo;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 Magazinersquo;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 Managing Director... 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 lsquo;ecowash mobilersquo; 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 brother Andrew,... 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 Jeanrsquo;s Coffees will become the first Australian company to be distinguished with the Rainforest Alliance Corporate Green Globe Award in New Yorkthis month, recognising the companyrsquo;s work in supporting global sustainability in agriculture.Gloria Jeanrsquo;s Coffees has worked with the highly-respected Rainforest Alliance not-forprofit organisation since 2003 and now sells Rainforest Alliance Certifiedtrade;... 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 amp; 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 nationrsquo;s largest publicly listed franchisor commissioned its second annual Potential Franchisee Survey, an independent online survey, to uncover behaviour drivers for 505 Australians between 25 and 55... 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 wouldnrsquo;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 Australianfranchise systems are the envy of the rest of the world according to ecowashmobile managing director Jim Cornish. Mr Cornishcredited lifestyle considerations, a global shift towards sustainable practicesand the stringent nature of the Australian franchising environment as the keyreasons his Australian waterless carwash franchise had infiltrated 10 countriessince starting out as a two car operation in 2004. New operations opened... 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.nbsp; 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 recieved,... 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=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 11 years ago, when I met the founder of ActionCOACH Brad Sugars.nbsp; At the time, I was running a chain of gourmet food stores throughout Melbourne.nbsp; Brad just happened to be shopping... 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 A... 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 a... 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 womens fitness franchise, has announced that it plans to expand into the Indian market.nbsp; 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 Dominos 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.nbsp; 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 European... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3450 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3450 If youre thinking about investing in a franchise business, you should go to the Franchising Expo before you make your choice.nbsp; Every year, the Franchise Council of Australia organises an expo where all of Australias leading franchisors get together in the one place to give potential franchisees information and chance to talk to someone from the company.nbsp; The Franchise Expo is a great opportunity to research franchises, get more... 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,nbsp;Bloomtools will begin franchising in February 2008.nbsp;nbsp;According to Bloomtools Managing Director, James Greig, its an exciting time for the company.nbsp; This is an amazing time for our business - we are about to take on the franchise market and... 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 Australiarsquo;s peak franchising sector representative group, the Franchise Council of Australia FCA. FCA Chairman John Orsquo;Brien said Steversquo;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. ldquo;In Steve, we have secured a... http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3623 http://www.australianfranchises.com.au/?process=views/article.php&articleId=3623 So yoursquo;re thinking about buying a franchise, but yoursquo;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, Irsquo;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, where I saw many... 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 lsquo;Franchiseersquo; 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 Franchise Council... 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 franchisorrsquo;s system. Buying a franchise has the advantages of offering many benefits, such as: Anbsp;uniform, consistent business thatnbsp;often relies on a successful formula Support from 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 ndash; there are almost 1000!To make the process of choosing a franchise easier for you, Irsquo;ve...