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Franchising Update: Franchisor liable for Franchisee non payments of employee entitlements - Fair Work Ombudsman v 85 Degrees Coffee Australia Pty Ltd

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Franchising Update: Franchisor liable for Franchisee non payments of employee entitlements - Fair Work Ombudsman v 85 Degrees Coffee Australia Pty Ltd

On 4 June 2024 the Federal Court of Australia handed down the decision of Fair Work Ombudsman v 85 Degrees Coffee Australia Pty Ltd [2024] FCA. This decision resulted in the Fair Work Ombudsman penalising the Australian franchisor of the 85 Degrees brand $1.44 million for its “systemic failure to ensure compliance within its franchise network” which included underpayments at several of their Sydney franchisee outlets.

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Government Response to December 2023 Franchising Independent Review

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Government Response to December 2023 Franchising Independent Review

The Government has released its response to the Franchising Independent Review agreeing to the majority of the recommendations. This article identifies some key changes to be made, the timing for these and explores what this may mean for franchises.

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ACCC Enforcement and Compliance Priorities for 2024-25: What this means for franchises

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ACCC Enforcement and Compliance Priorities for 2024-25: What this means for franchises

The ACCC has announced its enforcement and compliance priorities for 2024-2025. This article explores what this may mean for franchises.

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ACCC Report on Unfair Contract Terms, Case Update and Franchising Review Report Summary Findings and Recommendation

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ACCC Report on Unfair Contract Terms, Case Update and Franchising Review Report Summary Findings and Recommendation

This update replicates a legal update provided to the Franchise Council of Australia’s February breakfast at Kooyong Lawn Tennis Club.