In franchising this week: IKEA lands in New Zealand, Chemist Warehouse heads to the bargaining table, Hardee's sues a 77-unit operator.
Wednesday 1 July 2026 · Global franchise news
Franchise Brief
Court rulings, disputes and compliance action inside franchise networks.
Legal & Regulation
Virginia's amended franchise law takes effect July 1, 2026, banning post-term non-compete provisions in new franchise agreements and requiring Virginia law to govern.
Franchise Brief Newsroom·25 June 2026· 5 min
Legal & Regulation
The International Franchise Association released national and state polling that it says shows strong public support for franchising and for the American Franchise Act.
Franchise Brief Newsroom·25 June 2026· 5 min
Legal & Regulation
New ACCC guidance clarifies compensation for early termination and the requirement that franchisees get a reasonable opportunity to return their investment.
Franchise Brief Newsroom·22 Oct 2025· 5 min
Legal & Regulation
Proposed Employment Leave Act, pay transparency rules and wage-theft criminalisation are reshaping employer obligations across NZ franchise networks.
Franchise Brief Newsroom·15 Oct 2025· 5 min