franchising
Government wants franchising code enforced
Budget boosts ACCC funding to strengthen enforcement of the Franchising Code of Conduct Labor will invest $12 million over the next four years to “support and protect small businesses”, the …
Banner groups: finding the right fit
There’s safety in numbers, but pharmacists need to carefully consider a range of factors when deciding which franchise they should join, writes Nick O’Donoghue Pharmacy owners have plenty of …
Merger to shake up industry
Chemist Warehouse’s merger with Sigma Healthcare poses big questions for pharmacy owners and rival banner groups, John Thornett of Peak Strategies says There is no doubt the Chemist Warehouse model …
Guild slams CWH-Sigma takeover with ‘increased commercialisation’ warning
The Pharmacy Guild of Australia says it believes the “apparent imminent takeover” of Sigma Healthcare by Chemist Warehouse poses significant questions and risks The Pharmacy Guild has responded to yesterday’s …
Priceline class action ceases—for the moment
Judge allows case to be dismissed after litigation funder withdraws… but if Labor is elected, proceedings could begin again A class action by disgruntled former Priceline franchisees, who alleged the …
Wizard on the move
The Wizard Pharmacy group has announced that it is making plans to expand its presence across Australia Wizard Pharmacy has recruited Rachael Runner as its franchise development manager for South …
Wizard names its winners
Wizard Pharmacy has welcomed another three new franchises to its group in Western Australia, and named its top members With three new stores in addition to the six opened in …
CWH restructuring to full franchise model
Retailing under current regulations is like “fighting with one arm tied behind your back,” says Chemist Warehouse co-founder Jack Gance Speaking to the Weekend Australian’s Victorian Business Editor, Damon Kitney, …
Customers onto the ‘faux discounters,’ says Advantage CEO
Chemist Discount Centre has announced 60% growth, a national footprint expansion and an aggressive three-year growth strategy The announcement came following the opening of three new stores in Western Australia …
World news wrapup: 8 November 2018
Royalties suit to go ahead in Canada; pharmacist blackmailed for dating site actions; few cannabis scripts expected in England Quebec, Canada: Quebec’s Superior Court has green-lighted a class action by …
Take steps to promote compliance: franchisors warned
The Fair Work Ombudsman has urged franchisors to take steps to avoid worker exploitation With less than three weeks to go until new laws making some franchises and holding companies …
Chris and Nicole open 450th Priceline
Priceline Pharmacy has announced a new milestone, with the opening of its 450th store in Marrickville Metro, NSW The total network figure includes both Priceline and Priceline Pharmacies. The Marrickville …