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    11 Harvey Norman franchisees in the ACCC's firing line for misleading consumers

    The ACCC has identified consumer guarantees as a matter of particular concern, with more than 16,000 complaints in 2012.
    AustraliaConsumer Protection
    Hunt & Hunt
    Hunt & Hunt
  • Article

    ACCC seeks penalties for breach of Franchising Code of Conduct

    The ACCC seeks penalties against both a franchisor and a director for an alleged breach of Code disclosure requirements.
    AustraliaCorporate/Commercial Law
    DibbsBarker
    DibbsBarker
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Are Franchisors caught by the Tax Agent Services Act 2009 (Cth)?

Franchisors that provide services to assist franchisees with their obligations under GST, FBT and PAYG withholding laws, among others, need to consider whether new laws, to commence 1 March 2010, will require them to be registered as Business Activity Statement (BAS) agents or to modify franchise agreements and services to franchises so that regulation will not be necessary.
AustraliaCorporate/Commercial Law
Norton Rose Fulbright Australia
Norton Rose Fulbright Australia
  • Article

    Australia’s new Franchising Code of Conduct is released

    Australian franchisors need to work fast to make sure that documents and processes are in order before the New Year.
    AustraliaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Holman Webb
    Holman Webb
  • Article

    Changes to the Australian Accounting Standard AASB 16 affecting franchisees & franchisors: Bringing leases onto your balance sheet

    The first thing for business owners is to speak with their accountants about all potential effects of the new changes.
    AustraliaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Coleman Greig Lawyers
    Coleman Greig Lawyers
  • Article

    Creative compliance: Franchisees working with the Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO)

    The partnership between Foodco and FWO is a model for any franchisee wanting to improve compliance with workplace law.
    AustraliaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Coleman Greig Lawyers
    Coleman Greig Lawyers
  • Article

    Dispute resolution for franchisors and franchisees

    The Code now requires franchisors and franchisees to attempt to resolve disputes prior to terminating their agreement.
    AustraliaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Coleman Greig Lawyers
    Coleman Greig Lawyers
  • Article

    Five tips for franchise mediation

    Mediation is, more often than not, a useful dispute resolution tool, particularly in the area of franchising.
    AustraliaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Madgwicks
    Madgwicks
  • Article

    Franchise Alert – Termination for insolvency under threat

    This draft federal legislation to reform insolvency laws includes a provision that will worry many franchise systems.
    AustraliaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Norton Rose Fulbright Australia
    Norton Rose Fulbright Australia
  • Article

    Franchising: Chilling winds of change

    If you are working in the franchising industry, you are probably facing these difficult times of economic dislocation.
    AustraliaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Coleman Greig Lawyers
    Coleman Greig Lawyers
  • Article

    Franchising vs licensing: Making the right choice for your business

    While 'franchising' and 'licensing' may mistakenly be used interchangeably, they are two distinctly different concepts.
    AustraliaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Coleman Greig Lawyers
    Coleman Greig Lawyers
  • Article

    Franchisors Beware - ACCC on the hunt

    Franchisors should be aware of a new push by the ACCC to change the image of the franchise industry through enforcement.
    AustraliaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Coleman Greig Lawyers
    Coleman Greig Lawyers
  • Article

    How to navigate the franchised world to a successful business

    The Franchising Code of Conduct governs the relationship between the Franchisor, Franchisee and prospective Franchisees.
    AustraliaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Watkins Tapsell
    Watkins Tapsell
  • Article

    Misleading and deceptive conduct in franchise disputes

    Despite protections afforded by the Franchising Code, disputes involving misleading and deceptive conduct still arise.
    AustraliaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Madgwicks
    Madgwicks
  • Article

    Online Stores and Forums and their Legal Consequences:

    More and more businesses are establishing online stores and forums, and are otherwise seeking to engage with their customers on-line. On-line activity has legal consequences, so businesses should take the time to review their website, on-line ordering and other terms and conditions.
    AustraliaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Norton Rose Fulbright Australia
    Norton Rose Fulbright Australia
  • Article

    Proven Franchise Concepts In New Markets: Misleading Conduct And The Effect Of Contractual Disclaimers

    A recent decision of the High Court of New Zealand – TFAC Ltd v David – provides a salutary reminder to franchisors and prospective franchisees that a proven franchise concept in a home market does not necessarily equate to a proven concept in an overseas market.
    AustraliaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Norton Rose Fulbright Australia
    Norton Rose Fulbright Australia
  • Article

    Revised Franchising Code Exposure Draft issued, but further changes likely

    An Exposure Draft has been issued for public comment, with further changes likely after franchise industry consultation.
    AustraliaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Norton Rose Fulbright Australia
    Norton Rose Fulbright Australia
  • Article

    The use of Compliance Bonds to assist franchising compliance

    Care needs to be taken in setting up Compliance Bonds in the franchise industry, and drafting relevant documentation.
    AustraliaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Norton Rose Fulbright Australia
    Norton Rose Fulbright Australia
  • Article

    Updating your 2015 Franchise Disclosure Document - The clock is ticking!

    In 2015, franchisors in Australia must use a new form to update their franchise disclosure documents by 31 October.
    AustraliaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Holman Webb
    Holman Webb
  • Article

    Your franchise obligation - what you need to know

    There is an increasing number of breaches by Franchisees of their obligations under their Franchise Agreements.
    AustraliaCorporate/Commercial Law
    Coleman Greig Lawyers
    Coleman Greig Lawyers
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