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The new Code embodies most of the existing Code with the new changes, but is completely reformatted and renumbered.

This case serves as a reminder to franchisors of their obligations under the ACL and the Franchising Code of Conduct.

Franchisors also need to educate franchisees about cyber risks and steps to minimise the likelihood of any data breaches.

Franchisors must not mislead potential franchisees with the hope that they will receive a minimum 'guaranteed' income.

Most prospective franchisors assume that if the business is profitable, it can be franchised. The profit-and-loss statement is healthy, the margins look sound, and the next step feels natural. What this overlooks is that franchising does not simply share the existing profit, it restructures it.

The case deals with the extent of a franchisor's obligation to provide a franchisee with a current disclosure document.

The Fair Work Act of 2009 (the Act) is Australia's principal legislation that dictates a legal framework that all Australian employers must comply with in employing staff.

Amendments have widened the scope of persons who may be liable for compliance with an environmental protection order.

Credit licensees that provide home loan services to consumers are subject to a range of compliance obligations.

For most people who buy one, buying a franchise in Australia is among the largest financial commitments they will ever make. It is also a decision usually reached with enthusiasm already formed: by the time a prospective franchisee begins serious evaluation, they have generally decided the opportunity is attractive. Careful evaluation is not there to displace that enthusiasm but to test it, so that the commitment is one you have examined rather than assumed.

Article discusses franchises & offers some suggestions including 10 terms that a franchisee should look for in their agreement.

Timeframe for attending to required updates, scope of updates & exceptions to the requirement for an annual update.

Franchisors and franchisees will need to be aware of these proposed changes to the Franchising Code of Conduct.

An overview of the role of Franchise Advisory Councils.

The proposed changes to the Franchising Code seek to improve protections for, and information available to, franchisees.

Key findings from the 2024 Review and what that means for franchisors or franchisees.

Coleman Greig urges all franchisors to take a thorough and systematic approach to franchisee recruitment. .