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an introduction to FRANCHISING IN NEW ZEALAND
New Zealand has more franchise systems per capita than any other country in the world.
is franchising
GOOD NEWS OR BAD
for small business?
Why is franchising so popular in New Zealand – and is it good news or bad?
survey finds franchise sector
RESILIENT & GROWING
December 2010 - A long-awaited survey gives us a snapshot of the current state of franchising in New Zealand. Simon Lord reports
Advice for New Residents in NZ (in 5 languages)
Protect your own interests as you assess any franchise business opportunity. Translated versions of this article are available in Hindi, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese and Korean.
STARTING AFRESH in New Zealand
Simon Lord considers the opportunities and issues for immigrants looking at franchised businesses
The Market
Advertiser Survey Highlights
What do our clients think of Franchise New Zealand? Here are some highlights from our October 2008 survey.
an introduction to FRANCHISING IN NEW ZEALAND
New Zealand has more franchise systems per capita than any other country in the world.
Buying Australian
March 2006 - Increasing numbers of Australian franchises are crossing the Tasman. What should Kiwi buyers look out for?
Come Home Kiwis - Your Country Needs You
The government wants to encourage New Zealanders overseas to return home to work. Carlene du Toit and Simon Lord talk to some of those who have heard the call and chosen self-employment through franchising
Franchise Awards 2008 - Full Results
Paramount Commercial Cleaning has been named New Zealand's top franchise for 2008 in a stunning victory for the home-grown system. The Supreme Award for franchisees went to the team at Quest Serviced Apartments, Newmarket.
Grant Thornton New Zealand
A FINANCIAL LIFT
could take franchising to the next level
Paul Kane of Grant Thornton looks at ways in which the Government could assist with the on-going growth of the franchise sector
Green Acres master charged with fraud
7 November 2008 - Former Green Acres master franchisee Keith Lapham appeared in court yesterday on two charges of obtaining by deception and one charge of fraud.
Healthy Eating Franchises Offer Fresh Options
People are thinking more about what they're eating - and food franchises are rising to meet the challenge. Simon Lord investigates how fast food is becoming healthy food.
Immigrants Not The Only Victims In Franchise Fraud
Over the summer holidays, an extraordinary story has unfolded regarding the sale of non-existent Green Acres franchises by an Auckland master franchisee
is franchising
GOOD NEWS OR BAD
for small business?
Why is franchising so popular in New Zealand – and is it good news or bad?
is New Zealand becoming TOO FRANCHISED?
May 2011 - The Australians might not believe it, but New Zealand is the most franchised country in the world. Are we approaching saturation point? Simon Lord looks at the figures.
Is This A Good Time to Buy A Franchise?
May 2009 - If you're thinking of buying a franchise, perhaps now is not the time. Doom and gloom is all around and the future is uncertain. Well, think that way if you like, but you could be missing out on a great opportunity.
Live Fast Buy Young
March 2005 - Out of school and into business? Teens and 20s are increasingly finding franchising offers a great way to get into a business of their own.
measuring the differences in
TRANS-TASMAN FRANCHISING
May 2011 - A seminar conducted at Massey University’s Albany campus provided an interesting comparison of trans-Tasman franchising.
new franchisees willing to move for
RIGHT OPPORTUNITY
A survey of visitors to the Franchise New Zealand website has revealed that 74% of those seriously interested in buying a franchise would be prepared to move to another location for the right opportunity.
NZ ALREADY A WINNER from Rugby World Cup
Paul Kane looks at the financial boost that the 2007 Rugby World Cup and 2010 FIFA World Cup delivered to their hosts and looks at how New Zealand franchisors and franchisees will benefit
Positive actions breed positive results
2 February 2009 - How franchisors and franchisees fare in 2009 depends not just on the economy but on their own attitudes and actions
South Island Franchising
March 2009 - Simon Lord looks at the opportunities and issues facing franchise buyers and franchisors in the South Island
Stimulating small business gets best results
December 2009 - A new study showing that small business is the powerhouse of the economy has caused a significant policy change in the application of stimulus funds in the US. Win Robinson suggests New Zealand could benefit from the same approach.
survey suggests economy
NOT THE BIGGEST DETERRENT
to franchise buyers
October 2011 - A new survey of would-be franchise buyers suggests that many people are not deterred by the slow-recovering economy – instead, they are still looking for the right opportunity.
Tapping Into Traditional Values
Traditional values retain a lot of appeal, says Simon Lord. Franchising can offer a way to tap into them profitably
ten years of change -
IMPROVING THE MODEL
In the second part of our review of the last decade in New Zealand franchising, we look at the way that systems and perceptions have changed
ten years of change –
WHAT’S NEXT FOR FRANCHISING?
It’s been 10 years since the start of the new millennium. Simon Lord examines what the decade has brought for franchisors and franchisees
The drought over - now we’re starving
May 2009 - More people want franchises - but can they find funding?
The First Lady of Franchising
Estelle Logan of VIP Home Services has become the first woman to chair the Franchise Association of New Zealand
The Good News...
March 2009 - Last week I was asked to give a presentation to an audience of master franchisees on Current Trends in Franchising. I divided my speech into bad news and good news. Not surprisingly, given the current economic climate, the second part of my presentation was shorter but at least it was not all negative. So what is the good news? Here are ten positives to focus on.
What to do with Georgie Pie?
August 2009 - Over the last year or so, there's been a lot of media interest in a Facebook campaign to bring back Georgie Pie.
What's Hot?
June 2009 - Franchising and franchises proving popular in uncertain times
when is a franchise NOT A FRANCHISE?
August 2010 - Can a business be a franchise without knowing it? The answer may surprise.
Legislation
Australian code changes to be last for some time?
3 March 2010 - Australian Small Business Minister Craig Emerson has announced Franchise Code reforms but suggests a breather on further changes.
Commerce Minister's Speech on Franchise Review
August 2008 - The following is the text of the speech by Commerce Minister Lianne Dalziel at the Business Opportunities & Franchise Expo, Auckland, on 16 August 2008
Consumer law to provide BACKDOOR FRANCHISE REGULATION?
October 2010 - The Ministry of Consumer Affairs is proposing to extend some elements of consumer law into business-to-business standard form contracts, including franchise agreements.
Draft Regulation Still Some Weeks Off
July 2008 - We are advised by the office of the Minister of Commerce that the draft regulations are still being worked on and will then have to go through Cabinet, so they are still some weeks off.
FANZ Address to Franchise Law Symposium
June 2009 -This is the abstract of an address given by Estelle Logan, Chairman, Franchise Association of New Zealand Inc. to the Franchise Law Reform Symposium held at the University of Auckland Business School on 25 June 2009
Franchise Association Calls For Positive Regulation
13 February 2008 - The Franchise Association of New Zealand has come out in favour of franchise regulation with calls for six specific recommendations to be included in legislation currently before parliament.
franchise regulation
REVIEWING THE REVIEW
Gehan Gunasekara and Tiffany Lee examine the process behind the 2008 Government Review of the possible need for franchise regulation
Good Faith vs. Unconscionable Conduct
July 2009 - One of the topics covered at the 2009 Franchise Law Reform Symposium in Auckland was the possible introduction of the concepts of 'good faith' and 'unconscionable conduct' into New Zealand law. Here, Stewart Germann expands upon the commentary he gave at the seminar.
Government Decides AGAINST Franchise Regulation
12 June 2009 - The Ministry of Economic Development has today announced that, following last year's Review of Franchising Regulation, the Government has decided that there is no case for franchise-specific regulation at this time.
How much would franchise regulation cost?
June 2009 - Australian research suggests legislation changes cost franchisors $9 million last year alone
Is Franchise Law A Step Closer?
30 March 2008 - Franchise regulation is on the agenda after several high-profile problems. Simon Lord talks to the Commerce Minister and outlines franchisors' concerns
Legislation: Help or Hindrance? - Your Comments
September 2005 - Readers respond to the article in our latest issue on the possibility of franchise regulation with their comments, experiences and suggestions.
Ministry receives submissions on regulation
January 2009 - The Ministry of Economic Development has received around 30 submissions on its Discussion Document on the Review of Franchising Regulation in New Zealand
National's failure to act on franchise regulation 'disappointing'
12 June 2009 - The National Government's failure to address the lack of regulation in the small service orientated franchise sector is extremely disappointing and displays a complete lack of understanding of the needs of this part of the sector, Labour Commerce spokesperson Lianne Dalziel says.
Regulation - coming soon?
March 2008 - Following the recent publicity given to the Green Acres and Green Power franchise problems, attention has now turned to the possibility of introducing regulation of the franchise sector in New Zealand.
Regulation - Hints and Concerns
June 2008 - Work is proceeding behind the scenes on the preparation of a regulatory framework for the franchise sector in New Zealand
Regulation Off the Agenda?
March 2009 - The prospect of franchise legislation seems to have receded following last year's review by the Ministry of Economic Development.
Strengthening Franchising Through Regulation
December 2007 - Gehan Gunasekara adds his thoughts to the debate on franchise legislation. He argues that New Zealand should follow its own path in developing the content of regulation and that it should enhance the relationship between franchisors and franchisees and their customers.
Symposium Debates Franchise Law Options
June 2009 - The symposium on Franchise Law Reform held at the University of Auckland brought together some of the top legal minds in franchising to debate the options for regulation of the sector.
What Price Legislation?
September 2007 - Should franchising be legislated? A few years ago, the question would have been met with a resounding NO from the franchise sector.
who can legally
SELL A FRANCHISE?
December 2012 - Do you need special qualifications to sell a franchise? Yes and no - Stewart Germann clarifies the laws about selling franchise opportunities
Statistics and Surveys
Australian Survey Reveals Franchising Still Growing
The latest franchise survey reveals that the sector is continuing to expand across the Tasman.
FRANCHISE EXPERT calls for government recognition
as sentiment falls
October 2010 - Dr Callum Floyd has called for the government to increase its awareness of the part franchising can play in New Zealand’s economy and to create the right conditions for recovery.
franchises not immune as QUAKE HITS CONFIDENCE
Business confidence has been badly hit following the Christchurch earthquake, and the franchise sector is no exception.
Franchising outlook more positive, but concerns remain
6 April 2010 - The inaugural Franchising Confidence Index, a quarterly survey of New Zealand franchising confidence caried out by Franchize Consultants, has just been released.
latest survey shows
FRANCHISE CONFIDENCE BOUNCING BACK
July 2011 - Franchising confidence is building again, with good news for business buyers. However, the Rugby World Cup is expected to provide at best a limited boost to many.
MIXED SENTIMENT as franchising enters new year
January 2011 - The latest Franchising Confidence Index from Franchize Consultants finds mixed sentiment, including further challenges for franchisees
NUMBER OF FRANCHISES DOUBLED in last seven years, survey says
Top line results from a new survey of franchising suggest that the number of franchised business in New Zealand has doubled since 2003.
nz business failures DROP 20 PERCENT
Business failures in New Zealand have fallen by more than 20 percent in the past 12 months, indicating that most Kiwi firms have performed well amid the global economic slowdown.
REDUCED EXPECTATIONS till after election
The latest Franchising Confidence Index survey shows that after a positive upswing in July, franchisors and service providers are now expecting more of the same.
Sector Tops $10 billion
John Paynter reports the results of the FANZ Survey of Franchising 2001, sponsored by The National Bank
survey finds franchise sector
RESILIENT & GROWING
December 2010 - A long-awaited survey gives us a snapshot of the current state of franchising in New Zealand. Simon Lord reports
survey finds most new franchisees
DON'T DO ENOUGH DUE DILIGENCE
A new report by Massey University suggests that over half of all New Zealand franchisees felt they had failed to conduct sufficient due diligence before purchasing their franchise. The survey also suggests that 44% of franchisees spent less than one month researching the opportunity before buying their franchise, and finds that resolving conflict later becomes an issue for many franchisees.
Survey of Franchising 2003 - Highlights
Franchising in New Zealand continues to perform strongly with plenty more to come, according to the 2003 Survey of Franchising
Survey says conditions remain tough for franchisors and franchisees
7 July 2010 – The second quarterly survey of New Zealand franchising confidence finds positive but falling sentiment acrosss many key franchising indicators.
US Study Shows Value of Franchising
2004 - The first study to measure the economic impact of franchising in the US has relevance for NZ
Immigration
Advice for New Residents in Korean
This advice is intended to help non-English-speakers assess any franchise business opportunity. These guidelines in Korean have been specially prepared by Franchise New Zealand magazine & website for the Franchise Association of New Zealand. You will need Korean fonts installed to read this article.
Advice for New Residents in NZ (in 5 languages)
Protect your own interests as you assess any franchise business opportunity. Translated versions of this article are available in Hindi, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese and Korean.
Advice for New Residents in Simplified Chinese
This advice is intended to help non-English-speakers assess any franchise business opportunity. These guidelines in Simplified Chinese have been specially prepared by Franchise New Zealand magazine & website for the Franchise Association of New Zealand. You will need Simplified Chinese fonts installed to read this article.
Advice for New Residents in Traditional Chinese
This advice is intended to help non-English-speakers assess any franchise business opportunity. These guidelines in Traditional Chinese have been specially prepared by Franchise New Zealand magazine & website for the Franchise Association of New Zealand. You will need Traditional Chinese fonts installed to read this article.
Award-winning immigrants prove value of franchising
If you think it is hard to recruit staff or franchisees at the moment, spare a thought for the businesses of Westport.
Emigrating to NZ - The Franchise Option
Buying a franchise is an option for many immigrants to New Zealand.
Franchise advice for migrants to NZ
December 2009 - What can new migrants expect when they buy a franchise – and what should they look out for? Philip Morrison offers some advice
franchising for CHINESE IMMIGRANTS
March 2011 - Chinese immigrants are increasingly turning to franchising as a way of getting into business in New Zealand. Simon Lord hears expert opinions on the reasons, the benefits and the issues
Getting in, Getting on
September 2009 - Bill Milnes provides a guide to immigration issues for franchisees and franchisors
Immigration - what's the position
March 2007 - Franchises are often attractive to potential immigrants. Jonathan Maitland outlines the current position under the Long Term Business Visa category
IMMIGRATION ADVISORS – what should you believe?
October 2011 - Tammy Bell, an expert on settlement and migration in New Zealand from the move2nz website, suggests that some immigration advisors are scaremongering for their own financial gain
NZ businesses need to integrate with immigrants
When it comes to immigrant groups, it is New Zealand businesses which should be integrating with the diverse cultural needs of those groups, rather than the other way around. So says Simon Nikoloff of KiwiHost New Zealand.
STARTING AFRESH in New Zealand
Simon Lord considers the opportunities and issues for immigrants looking at franchised businesses
Westpac - new kiwis START HERE
Daniel Cloete of Westpac looks at what new immigrants should consider when buying a franchise
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