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InXpress global COO Marcel Lal exits, takes up ERA Group role
Marcel Lal spent eight years in leadership roles at InXpress.
Business
McDonalds’ freebie Caviar Kits snapped up in hours
In the US, McDonald’s dropped its first-ever McNugget Caviar Kits on 10 February ...
Fitstop reveals new performance-charged brand refresh
A new look delivers the fitness chain a clear, flexible brand framework.
Price Attack plans 10 more stores, unveils $25K buyer incentive
Some new sites will offer three months free rent, others free stock or a guaranteed income...
Growth & Innovation
Mr Paling Fence launches franchise model
The business takes a professional approach to fencing, using skilled subcontractors.
Bubble tea challenger Chicha San Chen reveals 30-store plan
The chain has six stores in New South Wales, including one franchise.
GoBoat snapped up by d’Albora Marinas
d'Albora Marina has 16 locations along Australia's east coast.
Industry & policy
One in three SME owners do not understand new Payday Super laws – research
Reforms to superannuation payments come into play on 1 July.
Barbeques Galore enters administration with 500 jobs at risk
The retailer was sold to a US-based equity firm in December 2025.
Franchising’s unleashed potential
QSR is a high-growth area that is often the consumer's first contact with franchising.
People & HR
InXpress global COO Marcel Lal exits, takes up ERA Group role
Marcel Lal spent eight years in leadership roles at InXpress.
Hog’s Breath ex-CEO returns to RFG in new role
In his new role, Elliott will be supporting franchisee outcomes.
Domino’s Pizza Enterprises names McDonald’s Andrew Gregory as new CEO
Andrew Gregory previously led the McDonald's ANZ business.
Franchise recruitment
Operandio snaps up FranchiseLab
Greg Nathan joins the Operandio advisory board as part of the acquisition.
Price Attack plans 10 more stores, unveils $25K buyer incentive
Some new sites will offer three months free rent, others free stock or a guaranteed income...
Aramex offers Menulog’s drivers new opportunities
Menulog exits the Australian market on 26 November.
