Business Advice

The competition regulator has warned franchisors of their legal obligations now that reforms to the $180 billion sector have come into effect.

The lawsuit alleges franchisees were promised that a shift from daily deliveries of fresh food to twice-weekly packages of frozen goods would save money.

The federal government has released plans to improve transparency in the $180 billion franchising sector that's often plagued with disputes between franchisees and franchisors.

Food wholesaler In2Food is advertising for new franchisees to join the business, as documents filed with the corporate regulator shows the business owes more than $53 million to creditors.

After a distracting expansion into four new brands, KX Pilates refocused its core model and international expansion to hit its growth goals.

Automotive franchisees and other stakeholder groups have less than a week left to respond to the federal government discussion paper on automotive franchising.

A range of legal changes is set to occur at the start of the new fiscal year. Here are the key changes affecting small and medium businesses.

Recent allegations against United Petroleum by a group of ex-franchisees highlight some common concerns that are, sadly, seen all too often in franchising. 

Small businesses can now collectively bargain with their suppliers without first needing the consumer watchdog’s approval.

Reforms designed to better protect franchisees from unfair conduct in the $154 billion franchising industry will come into effect next month.