Australia

How has COVID-19 affected the state of franchising?

How has COVID-19 affected the state of franchising?

FranchiseED’s upcoming event will help potential franchisees understand the impact the pandemic might have on business opportunities.

Australia remains one of world's top red meat eaters despite steady decline in past years

It is expected to be “somewhat sheltered” from the worst of COVID-19.

How payment platforms can enable QSRs to drive customer loyalty and increase revenues

Now more than ever, the QSR industry is compelled to step up their digital strategies in order to overcome the unprecedented challenges brought about by COVID-19.

Pizza Hut banks on flexible payments with Zip Co partnership

The pizza chain teased more initiatives to “modernise the brand”.

Roll'd launches ready-made home kits

The Vietnamese chain’s Meal Boxes feature QR codes that take customers to a range of cooking demonstration videos.

Bakers Delight sees North American store footprint “being similar to Australia's”

The family-owned business currently boasts 650 stores worldwide.

Gelatissimo celebrates 18 years in business with giveaway

The brand features more than 50 flavours since opening its first store in 2002.

Hungry Jack's says McDonald's lawsuit over ‘Big Jack' burger “without basis”

McDonald’s said Hungry Jack’s “deliberately adopted or imitated” the “distinctive appearance or build” of their signature Big Mac.

Roll'd weathers the pandemic by working towards a delivery-driven future

In an interview with QSR Media, Bao Hoang reveals his approach to harmonise the delivery model and the restaurant model and their new dishes geared for faster transactions.

Retail Food Group reports $35.5m EBITDA

This was far from their $142.5m loss the year prior.

Taming the social creature

I’m going to be honest: since COVID-19 hit Australian shores, I have spent just one day working at home with the wife, kids and dog, and that was enough for me. I was lucky to be able to ride my bike into an empty office, with its vacant desks and deserted boardroom, and do the ultimate soul searching there.

What's in store at the Australian Franchise Expo Online, in numbers

Don’t miss your chance to attend this event on 18 September.

How to know you're ready for your own food delivery app

During COVID-19, food delivery has boomed. As more and more customers choose to stay inside for their own safety, restaurants and cafes are having to adapt their models to continue to serve them.

Sizzler's future in question despite Collins Foods' strong FY20

The company tagged the chain as the ‘most impacted’ in their portfolio.