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‘Reasonable opportunity’: ACCC issues guidance on upcoming Code changes
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has released guidance on the changes to the Franchising Code due to c...
Bakers Delight decision a warning for franchisors
The court decision maintains the franchisor bears reverse onus of proof.
Federal Court decision has ‘far-reaching impact’ on retailers
Higher costs, increased compliance and reduced productivity could result from the decision.
COSBOA calls for urgent payroll reform in the wake of court ruling
The recent Woolworths ruling has created an impossible payroll burden, COSBOA says.
Harcourts franchisees face cartel allegations
Harcourts NZ has said it is co-operating with the Commerce Commission.
Retail group warns of increased burden on SMEs in wage ruling fallout
The ARA is advocating for solutions to make the retail award easy to understand.
$38,500 fines for ex-United Petroleum operators
The Fair Work Ombudsman has pursued five litigations against former United Petroleum operators.
‘Barely arguable’: Federal Court rejects Harvey Norman’s appeal to Asic case
The Federal Court confirmed the promotional message was misleading.
Ex-United Petroleum operator fined $16K
The former operator allegedly breached the Fair Work Act.
Rent4Keeps and franchisee Darranda pay $7.4m for overcharging
Franchisee Darranda provided white goods and electrical goods on instalments.