August 12, 2022
On 1 April 2022 the Franchising Code of Conduct (the Franchising Code) was amended to insert a new clause 53 which sets out the requirements for the Franchise Disclosure Register.
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Standalone Automotive Sector Franchising Code
The Federal Government has released a discussion paper seeking stakeholder views to help the Government assess the practical benefits of a standalone automotive franchising code and options for mandatory binding arbitration.
Topics: Franchising
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Franchising Code Amendments - Information Statement
The Federal Government has substantially changed the Information Statement to be provided to prospective franchisees as part of the pre-disclosure process. It has also clarified that the Information Statement must be given before the other documents given to a prospective franchisee (14 days before a prospective franchisee enters into a franchise agreement).
Topics: Franchising For Franchisors For Franchisees
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Franchising Code Amendments - Termination
The Franchising Code of Conduct (the Franchising Code) was amended on 1 June 2021, with most amendments applying from 1 July 2021, including the Exit and Termination amendments.
Topics: Franchising For Franchisors For Franchisees
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What is a Restraint of Trade Clause?
A restraint of trade clause is a clause which is included in an agreement typically to stop someone from competing or using confidential information.
Topics: Franchising
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Unfair Contract Terms in Franchising
A recent court enforceable undertaking given to the ACCC by Back in Motion Physiotherapy Pty Ltd (Back in Motion) has served as a reminder to ensure that franchise agreements do not contain unfair contract terms.
Topics: Franchising For Franchisors For Franchisees
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Franchising Key Facts Sheet
From 1 April 2025 under the new Franchising Code, the Key Facts Sheet is no longer required to be provided to a prospective franchisee.
Topics: Franchising For Franchisors
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Building a Successful Franchise Business
April 12, 2021
If you are considering franchising your business or you are already a franchisor, we have set out some important considerations to building a successful franchise business.
