Franchise Law Briefing (20/01/2026) — last 2 months only
- ACCC issues updated guidance for businesses on upcoming Franchising Code changes
Date: 2025-10-30
Source/Jurisdiction: MST Lawyers (Australia)
Key Takeaway: The ACCC has published guidance to help businesses understand and apply the updated Franchising Code of Conduct from 1 November 2025.
Link/Citation: https://www.mst.com.au/accc-releases-guidance-on-franchising-code-changes/ - New version of Franchising Code of Conduct comes into effect
Date: 2025-10-30
Source/Jurisdiction: MST Lawyers (Australia)
Key Takeaway: A new compilation of the Franchising Code of Conduct took effect on 21 October 2025.
Link/Citation: https://www.mst.com.au/franchising-code-of-conduct-new-compilation-just-released/ - When Small Businesses in Australia Should Engage a Solicitor
Date: 2026-01-20
Source/Jurisdiction: Alex Solo (Australia)
Key Takeaway: The article explains when small businesses should seek legal help to manage risks and legal responsibilities.
Link/Citation: https://sprintlaw.com.au/articles/when-should-small-businesses-hire-a-solicitor-in-australia/ - NDA Template Australia: What You Need to Know
Date: 2026-01-20
Source/Jurisdiction: Alex Solo (Australia)
Key Takeaway: The guide explains what to include in a Non-Disclosure Agreement and why it matters for protecting confidential info in Australia.
Link/Citation: https://sprintlaw.com.au/articles/nda-template-australia-a-practical-guide/ - Baby Priya’s Law strengthens rights around employer-paid parental leave
Date: 2025-11-23
Source/Jurisdiction: MST Lawyers (Australia)
Key Takeaway: Amendments to the Fair Work Act give stronger workplace protections to employees on employer-funded paid parental leave.
Link/Citation: https://www.mst.com.au/baby-priyas-law-new-protections-for-employer-funded-paid-parental-leave/ - Victorian case clarifies long-term lease treatment under Retail Leases Act
Date: 2025-11-23
Source/Jurisdiction: MST Lawyers (Australia)
Key Takeaway: A key case in Victoria confirms that function and duration of a lease are more important than labels under retail leasing law.
Link/Citation: https://www.mst.com.au/long-term-leases-retail-leases-act-victoria/ - ACCC urges businesses to understand Franchising Code amendments
Date: 2025-10-30
Source/Jurisdiction: MST Lawyers (Australia)
Key Takeaway: The ACCC has stressed the need for businesses to familiarise themselves with changes to the Franchising Code of Conduct.
Link/Citation: https://www.mst.com.au/accc-releases-guidance-on-franchising-code-changes/ - ACCC blocks Yamaha’s proposed Telwater deal on competition grounds
Date: 2025-12-18
Source/Jurisdiction: Unknown Source (Australia)
Key Takeaway: The ACCC opposed Yamaha acquiring Telwater due to concerns it would significantly reduce competition in outboard motors.
Link/Citation: https://www.accc.gov.au/media-release/accc-opposes-yamahas-proposed-acquisition-of-telwater - City Beach fined $14 million for unsafe button battery products
Date: 2025-12-22
Source/Jurisdiction: Unknown Source (Australia)
Key Takeaway: City Beach was penalised for selling products with button batteries that breached mandatory safety standards.
Link/Citation: https://www.accc.gov.au/media-release/city-beach-ordered-to-pay-14-million-in-penalties-for-supplying-non-compliant-button-battery-products
This briefing highlights key developments in Australian Franchising Law. Data processed on 20/01/2026, 7:08:09 pm.