Franchise Law Briefing (28/04/2026) — last 2 months only
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Harvey Norman franchisor pays penalty for alleged breach of franchising code
Date: 2026-04-24
Source/Jurisdiction: ACCC (Australia)
Key Takeaway: Harvey Norman’s franchisor was penalised for not keeping an updated profile on the Franchise Disclosure Register, affecting transparency.
Link/Citation: https://www.accc.gov.au/media-release/harvey-norman-franchisor-pays-penalty-for-alleged-breach-of-franchising-code -
ACCC investigating diesel supply conduct in regional and rural Australia
Date: 2026-03-18
Source/Jurisdiction: ACCC (Australia)
Key Takeaway: The ACCC started an investigation into major fuel suppliers over suspected anti-competitive practices affecting diesel access.
Link/Citation: https://www.accc.gov.au/media-release/accc-investigating-diesel-supply-conduct-in-regional-and-rural-australia -
Australian Government releases response to Fairness in Franchising report – Franchising – Australia
Date: 2026-04-01
Source/Jurisdiction: ACCC (Australia)
Key Takeaway: The Australian Government addressed the Fairness in Franchising report, highlighting strengthened ACCC powers to enforce unfair contract term laws.
Link/Citation: https://www.accc.gov.au/media-release/australian-government-releases-response-to-fairness-in-franchising-report -
New merger control regime off to positive start
Date: 2026-04-09
Source/Jurisdiction: ACCC (Australia)
Key Takeaway: The ACCC’s new merger control regime is successfully operating, approving 91% of notifications promptly and monitoring competition.
Link/Citation: https://www.accc.gov.au/media-release/new-merger-control-regime-off-to-positive-start
This briefing highlights key developments in Australian Franchising Law. Data processed on 28/04/2026, 10:02:01 pm.