Cash Converters and MTA Travel have been penalised for failing to update their information on the Franchise Disclosure Register. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has finally taken action, imposing penalties of $16,500 on each franchisor for non-compliance.A Clear Message to the SectorThis move signals to the franchising industry that maintaining up-to-date registration on the Franchise Disclosure Register is non-negotiable. While the penalties may seem modest, they un...

Navigating New Provisions with Expert GuidanceThe franchising law landscape is always changing, and 2025 brought some big updates with the new Franchising Code of Conduct. To ensure practitioners and businesses are well-informed, Elizabeth Gore-Jones, Principal of The Franchise & Business Lawyers, recently delivered an essential presentation to the Queensland Law Society.The area of franchising law in practice has changed significantly with various new provisions commencing over 2025. Thi...

With significant updates to the Franchising Code of Conduct now in effect from April 2025, staying compliant is more critical than ever. Access an essential online on-demand seminar starting 12 May 2025, hosted by Legal Wise Seminars and led by Elizabeth Gore-Jones, Founding Partner of The Franchise & Business Lawyers. Act now to claim your 30% early bird discount before Friday, 9 May 2025!What You’ll Learn in the SeminarThis online on-demand session, brought to you by Legal Wise Semina...