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Sarah Stowe

Sarah is Editor of Franchise Executives and Inside Franchise Business and has been in the franchising sector for 15+ years. Based in Sydney, she has more than 30 years' experience writing, interviewing and editing for business and consumer publications in the UK and Australia. While she will always hold magazines close to her heart (they were her first love) Sarah loves a chat and podcasts are her latest passion.

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Quest Canberra Dickson Adelaide

Quest expands Canberra, Adelaide footprint

Construction has started on an Adelaide hotel, Quest Elizabeth.
Poolwerx awards 2026

Poolwerx celebrates stellar performers in 2026 awards

Poolwerx has recognised its best performers in its annual awards ceremony.
Stepz Fitness franchise manager (1)

Stepz Fitness ramps up growth, appoints national franchise manager

Naomi Kenny spent time at Plus Fitness and Vision Personal Training.
Barry Plant chief appointment (1)

Barry Plant creates chief of staff role

The role of chief of staff is newly created to suit Doyle's experience.
Ray White Phillips agency Dan White Alexander Phillips

Australia’s best real estate agent joins Ray White

Alexander Phillips and his team settle more than $1 billion in property sales annually.
Domino's 2026 results loss

Domino’s boosts franchisee profitability, but posts $134.2m loss

A shift from price discounting to higher margin pizzas contributed to the results.
Bricks Kidz national goal

Bricks 4 Kidz master franchisee plans national footprint

Sue Pamboris is taking a measured approach to growth.
City Cave culture team

How City Cave’s wellbeing culture flows down to franchisees and team members

Team members get to experience the float therapy.
Donut King reset Buddy

Donut King elevates mascot Buddy in back-to-basics reset

The first in a series of licensed partnerships begins with Paw Patrol in September.
LeWrap appoints group GM Manal Haydar

LeWrap appoints group general manager

Manal Haydar joined the group in May 2025 from Craveable Brands.