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Concept Eight buys Acai Brothers, ramps up Noodle Box US growth
The multi-franchisor is confident it can achieve a 100+-store footprint.
Business
Just Cuts reveals brand refresh
The Salon of the Future design is rolling out across Australia.
Subway reveals new design, Fresh Forward 2.0
Subway has revealed its latest restaurant image, set for a global rollout in 2025. The ...
Big4 Holiday Parks taps into travel concerns with latest campaign
The campaign is the third in a series which launched in March 2023.
Growth & Innovation
Franchising Expo launches Start Your Own Business show
The two shows are seen as complementary.
Concept Eight buys Acai Brothers, ramps up Noodle Box US growth
The multi-franchisor is confident it can achieve a 100+-store footprint.
Miniso opens world’s first IP collection store
Miniso opens global first theme-park-style store in China.
Industry & policy
Should franchising be licensed? Have your say
The most recent review of the Franchising Code suggested the sector could embrace a licens...
TGI Fridays in US files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy
Restaurants are not part of the bankruptcy process and continue to trade.
Wendy’s profits slip, sales growth slows, store footprint reset
US fast food chain Wendy’s reported a dip in profits, and a slower sales growth for the th...
People & HR
Low-cost ways to combat workplace disconnection
Find ways to stay competitive in retaining and engaging talent.
Have you nominated for the Top 30 Franchise Executives 2025?
Nominations for next year's Top 30 close on 25 November 2024.
Strong Pilates awards top business performers of 2024
The awards were part of the annual conference.
Franchise recruitment
Tereza Murray Franchising agency launches franchise model
TMF franchise partners don't need licensing or franchising experience.
Melbourne franchising expo draws record crowds
Exhibitors included international groups from Malaysia, Taiwan and the Philippines.
Clark Rubber lowers franchise establishment costs
Two new measures are designed to lower financial barriers to franchise ownership.