There have been some important changes to the Competition and Consumer (Industry Codes-Franchising) Regulations 2024. These changes will come into effect on 1 April 2025 and have the potential to impact the way franchises operate. As a result, it’s important that both franchisees and franchisors are aware of their new obligations and rights.

The Commonwealth Government has issued its response to the Independent Review of the Franchising Code of Conduct conducted in December 2023, with changes expected in 2025.