Franchisee

Travelscene franchisee referred to police

A Darwin travel agent suspected of stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars from customers has been reported to police and cut loose from parent company Travelscene American Express.

Could you cut it as a franchise owner? The top 10 traits a franchisee needs

David Wilson Franchising is a $128-billion-a-year business in Australia. Over a thousand franchise brands run across the country, covering every angle from coffee vending to in-home behavioural dog training.

Franchisee protection

Stuart Washington A second state parliament is to consider laws to improve the lot of franchisees.

Sad end: Wendy's franchisee dies after detailing dispute

Stuart Washington WHEN Therese Evans spoke to BusinessDay last Thursday she sounded upbeat and determined to continue her fight against Wendy's, which had locked her out of her shop for a debt she put at $7000.

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Pink tribute to tragic Wendy's franchisee

Georgina Robinson Pink roses, pink ribbons, pink blouses, a pink skirt, even pink hair.

FRANCHISING

Lending a helping hand turns into a viable franchise

Gayle Bryant An ever-increasing demand for home-based care was the catalyst for one entrepreneur to introduce the US franchise model, Senior Helpers, to Australia.

GROWING

Here comes the bridesmaid

Marcella Bidinost Australia's bridal industry is largely focused on just that: the bride. But what about the women behind 'the woman'? Enter this mother and daughter team.

Brumby's carbon tax misfire a legal warning for franchisees

Larissa Ham Franchisees reminded they are personally liable even if advice comes from head office.

Homework key for franchise buyers

David Wilson Consumer watchdog urges would-be franchise buyers to watch out for inflated franchise-income claims.

FRANCHISING

Coffee Club on the boil with fresh grounds

Jonathan Swan Less than a year after selling a licence to an Egyptian franchisee, The Coffee Club opened its first cafe on Egypt's north coast.

Watchdog warns investors over income promises

David Wilson THE consumer regulator is urging would-be franchise buyers to watch for inflated franchise income claims.

FRANCHISING

Size up a franchise in seven easy steps

David Wilson Here's some expert intel on how to spot a legitimate franchise opportunity.

FRANCHISING

Double-shot espresso for coffee shop group

Vince Chadwick Australia's largest coffee chain aims to open a new store every fortnight for the next five years.

Walk in to franchising with eyes open

Miriam Steffens Be your own boss, run your own show - for many people a dream that seems too daunting to achieve on their own in the jittery economic climate.

You do what?! Australia's quirkiest franchises

Ever considered going into the lice business – becoming a professional nitpicker? What about chick-hatching for schools? By name or by trade, Marcella Bidinost highlights some of the more innovative...