The Franchise Council of Australia has criticised planned federal government reforms, claiming there is inconsistency between Small Business Minister Bruce Billson's stated intentions and draft changes to the franchising code of conduct.
Franchise groups face fines of up to $51,000 for serious breaches of the Franchising Code of Conduct under draft reforms released today by the federal government.
National gym franchise Jetts has lifted its presence in Western Australia during the past 12 months, growing its number of gyms to 40 from 32 last year.
