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The Franchising Code of Conduct in Focus: The New Code of Conduct
Master Education Services Pty Ltd v Ketchell [2008] 236 CLR 101
Dorrian v Rushlyn Pty Ltd [2013] FMCA 101
Workplace Safety Australia Pty Ltd v Simple OHS Solutions Pty Ltd
Wang v HACCP Cleaning Australia Pty Ltd [2016] SASC 161
Spar Licensing Pty Ltd v MIS Qld Pty Ltd [2014] FCAFC 50
Discussion points:
• What are the purposes of the Code?
• When does the Code apply?
• Mediation under the Code
• What approach do the Courts take to interpreting provisions of the Code?
• What is the effect of a Code breach by a franchisor?
• What kind of remedies have the Courts given for breaches of the Code?
• Can post-termination restraint clauses imposed on franchisees be valid under the new Code?