Business

Viva Leisure branding Fling

Viva Leisure unveils fresh branding, new cross-brand pass

The new branding signals the business' shift to a fitness ecosystem.
franchisee financial success support
After onboarding: who’s supporting the franchisee’s financial success?
Many franchisees lack the financial knowledge to run a successful business.
Brooklyn Donuts coffee price
Brooklyn Donuts drops coffee price in NSW, ACT
A $3 coffee will be available at Brooklyn Donut stores in NSW and ACT stores from 4 April.

Growth & Innovation

Banjo's Bakery plans 100

Banjo’s Bakery Cafe set to double footprint in three years

The family-owned bakery has reported double-digit year-on-year growth.
McGrath Knight Frank office
McGrath and Knight Frank open first dual-branded office
Tamworth is the first location for a dual-branded regional real estate business.
Viva Leisure branding Fling
Viva Leisure unveils fresh branding, new cross-brand pass
The new branding signals the business' shift to a fitness ecosystem.

Industry & policy

March 2019 - South Korea: Store Front Of A Taiwanese Gong Cha Bubble Tea Franchise Shop At The Inche

Stray Kids’ Felix signs up as Gong Cha global ambassador

A brand campaign rolls out in Korea this month prior to a US launch.
World Franchise Day debut
World Franchise Day debuts
The first World Franchise Day kicked off on 11 June 2025.
Fair Work Burrito Bar
Fair Work Ombudsman takes ex-Burrito Bar franchisee to court
The FWO alleges the former operator failed to back-pay a worker's entitlements.

People & HR

Harcourts Big Freeze fundraise

Harcourts team’s ice fundraise for FightMND’s Big Freeze 11

The Thomastown team have dunked their bosses in iced water after fundraising $5426.
Frontline Express Employment CEO exit
Frontline Recruitment, Express Employment CEO to exit
Arthur McColl had previously worked in the fitness sector for more than 20 years.
Skill Samurai CEO exits
Skill Samurai ANZ CEO exits
Jamie Buttigieg was recently ranked one in the Top 30 Franchise Executives for 2025.

Franchise recruitment

Sydney franchising expo 2025

Sydney franchise expo draws bigger crowds

The Sydney expo saw a lift in attendance, with visitors staying at the event longer.
Ray White Victoria network
Ray White welcomes Victorian heavyweight to its network
The newly-badged business is results-driven.
FranRecruit guarantees new franchisees
Why FranRecruit guarantees four new franchisees a year
AI-powered franchise growth hub is a new model with a bold promise.