Concept: Australia's leading hair and beauty retail salon franchise Territory: Australia wide Training Provided: Four fulltime weeks with two fulltime weeks of in store support Marketing Support: Local Area Marketing Kit, Online ordering system, Planogram Manual, PR support Agreement Term: 7 + 7 years Number Of Units: 118 Investment Required: $400k - $500k Business Established: 1992 Franchising Commenced: 1998 Qualifications Required: Passion; Enthusiasm; Financial Security; Self Motivation; Team Leadership Skills; Willingness to work with a positive attitude.

Concept: Retail, Professional Haircare and Cosmetics, Hair Salon Training Provided: Yes! Franchisees undergo a comprehensive initial 2-week training program; ongoing product knowledge training; continued training on an as-needs basis in-store. Agreement Term: 5 years with a 5 year option Number Of Units: 120+ Investment Required: Between $350,000 and $450,000 depending upon variable costs such as the size and location of the store. Franchising Commenced: 1986 Qualifications Required: You don’t have to be a hairdresser to own a Price Attack store. No matter what your background, Price Attack can offer you a fantastic challenge in a fast-moving industry that is great fun to be a part of. The most essential ingredient is your enthusiasm and energy.

Concept: Complete weight loss solution for women all under one roof. Centres offer programs with real food, real exercise and real support! Territory: Australia and New Zealand wide Training Provided: Franchisees will receive high quality and Ongoing Training from our National Training Manager. Marketing Support: Complete marketing Manual. Sales & marketing support includes Print Advertising, Flyers, posters, quarterly Retention Campaigns, Seminar Series. Agreement Term: 5+5+5 Number Of Units: 37 in Australia & New Zealand Units Outside Country: 75+ Investment Required: From $100K + financing/leasing options available Business Established: 2001 Franchising Commenced: 2002 Qualifications Required: Small business, marketing, sales, or admin background will be helpful. All Healthy Inspirations franchisees share a passion for inspiring women to lose weight and improve their quality of life... At the same time they can create a successful profitable business.

Concept: Distribution Franchise Territory: Australia Wide Training Provided: 2-4 Weeks Marketing Support: Full marketing and advertising on Radio, Print and TV media - All done on your behalf for FREE! Agreement Term: 5 Years by 5 Years option Number Of Units: 15 Investment Required: $30,745 GST Inc Business Established: 2009 Qualifications Required: Reliable Car, Mobile Phone and Internet Connection AND of course enthusiam - Thats it!

Concept: Retail, Beauty Therapy/Medispa, Cosmetics Professional Haircare (optional)Training Provided: Yes! Franchisees undergo a comprehensive initial 4-week training program; including hands-on experience that will teach you everything that you need to know to run your business. Ongoing product knowledge training; continued training on an as-needs basis in-store. Marketing Support: Advertising and promotional package. Agreement Term: 5 years (with a 5 year option depending on Lease & premises) Number Of Units: 3Investment Required: Between $350,000 and $550,000 depending upon variable costs such as the size and location of the store. subject to location, equipment and condition of premises. Business Established: 2002 Franchising Commenced: 2009 Qualifications Required: Motivated, have a passion for dealing with people and be willing to learn. The system works well for both men and women with or without beauty therapy experience. No matter what your background, Nirvana Beauty can offer you a fantastic challenge in a fast-moving industry that is great fun to be a part of. The most essential ingredient is your enthusiasm and energy and business minded.

Concept: ‘Specialist’ hair removal salons, focusing on total body care and related products. Territory: Nationwide Training Provided: 4 weeks Marketing Support: National & Local Campaigns; including but not inclusive of Media, Radio, product brochures to educate our customers, production of promotional literature Agreement Term: 5yrs Number Of Units: 17 Investment Required: $180,000- $240,000 Business Established: 2002 Franchising Commenced: 2004 Qualifications Required: Basic certificate in waxing along with a passion for the industry and a willingness to succeed, some small experience.

Concept: Laser Hair Removal Clinic Territory: Nationwide Training Provided: Intitial and Ongoing Marketing Support: Group Marketing Support and Local Area Marketing assistance Agreement Term: 5 years subject to lease Number Of Units: New Franchise system Units Outside Country: No Investment Required: From $350,000 Business Established: 2007 Franchising Commenced: 2010 Qualifications Required: Nil - will require suitably qualified staff

Concept: Health and Beauty Territory: QLD Training Provided: Comprehensive training in all aspects of the beauty industry Marketing Support: Advertising, store designs and fitouts provided Investment Required: Between $250,000 - $350,000 Qualifications Required: No experience required

Concept: At SECRETS you’ll find stunningly beautiful jewellery featuring the world’s most perfect diamond simulant.
The concept of the perfect diamond simulant set in beautiful solid gold jewellery, displayed in a minimalist style, has proven to be a winning combination. SECRETS diamond simulants retain their flawless beauty for a lifetime. Jewellers and gemmologists have agreed that using the naked eye they cannot tell SECRETS diamond simulants from naturally formed diamonds.
SECRETS jewellery is crafted in solid 14ct gold with both classic and modern designs reflecting global fashion trends. We are constantly researching and introducing new designs, while retaining our extremely collectable and much-loved classics. Territory: Nationwide, with several key sites in Sydney available now Training Provided: At SECRETS we invest heavily in training you to the required standard. This includes the shop floor experience as well as the store operations Marketing Support: The National Marketing Fund is established to maintain the luxury branding presence we enjoy throughout Australia and New Zealand and promote the ongoing marketing programme. Local advertising is also encouraged as you develop a relationship and reputation within your area. Agreement Term: 5 Years Number Of Units: 19 Franchises and 26 Franchisees Units Outside Country: 2 New Zealand Franchises and 1 Franchisee Investment Required: To build and open a SECRETS franchised store, a franchisee’s initial investment will be around $450 000.00 plus Stock. Business Established: April 2000 Franchising Commenced: 2004 Qualifications Required: No Knowledge of Jewellery is necessary. Secrets provide ongoing training, expertise and support to assist people from all walks of life to establish their own business and become expert in their own right. Passion and knowledge are pre requisites.

Concept: Health oriented strength training for the booming over 40's market in a unique clinic environment.Territory: Melbourne greater metro. Designated protected franchise territories prepared by professional demographic analysis.Training Provided: 8 weeks initial training and ongoingMarketing Support: Extensive local and international branding, local area marketing expertise.Agreement Terms: 10 year termNumber Of Units: 153 internationallyUnits Outside Country: International operation based in Zurich Switzerland with 151 centres in EuropeInvestment Required: $150,000 + GST turnkey package excluding working capitalBusiness Established: In Australia, 2006Franchising Commenced: In Europe, 1981Qualifications Required: Successful business history and/or practice experience or at least interest in musculoskeletal health. You will have a track record in service provision and good people skills.

Concept: Fitness Equipment Franchise Training Provided: Initial training, on site start up assistance and on going training. Marketing Support: National TV campaigns, radio, print and on line advertising. In store merchandising. Agreement Term: 5 years with 5 year option Number Of Units: 35 Investment Required: From $200k Business Established: 1991 Franchising Commenced: 2003 Qualifications Required: No industry experience necessary, however applicants must demonstrate a commitment to excellence.

Concept: Day Spa Territory: Australia, NZ & Selected Overseas Territories Training Provided: Yes - On-site Marketing Support: National & Local Campaigns Agreement Term: 5 yrs (with renewal options) Number Of Units: 55 spas australia wide Investment Required: Entry starts from $250k to $420k depending on location Business Established: 2000 Franchising Commenced: 2003 Qualifications Required: Industry experience not essential, just an entrepreneurial zest for well-being.

Area of Expertise:At Franchising & Business Opportunities Expo you’ll discover a world of information and experts showcasing Australian and international franchising and business ideas Locations Serviced:Sydney, Perth, Melbourne and Brisbane

Concept: Unique Beauty Services Territory: Nationwide Training Provided: 2 weeks Marketing Support: Full Marketing Support Agreement Term: 5 years with options to renew for 5 years Investment Required: Under $95,000 Business Established: 2007 Franchising Commenced: 2009 Qualifications Required: Good hand/eye co-ordination and patience!!

Concept: Anytime Fitness is the world’s first 24-hour fitness franchise. It offers worldwide reciprocal memberships as well as the convenience and affordability people are seeking in a fitness club Territory: Australia and New Zealand Training Provided: Full franchisee training is provided in Dee Why, NSW (AUS) Manager training workshops are available quarterly. Ongoing support consist of 24/7 phone/emails support plus monthly newsletters and annual conferences Marketing Support: National marketing brand campaigns and local marketing campaigns are developed with the help of your Anytime Fitness consultant Agreement Term: 5 + 5 Number Of Units: 40 franchises now open – over 100 sold Units Outside Country: More than 1,300 worldwide Investment Required: $150,000 - $250,000 (plus leasing of Equipment) Business Established: 2002 (in USA) and 2008 (in Australia & New Zealand) Franchising Commenced: 2008 (in Australia & New Zealand)Qualifications Required: Good interpersonal skills, entrepreneurship and a passion for health and fitness

Concept: The Beds for Backs retail network provides an innovative range of bed solutions, based on a patented Australian technology – the ‘Science of Sleep’ - that is challenging the concept of sleep-health.
Beds for Backs provides consumers with truly tailored bed systems that provide personalised support to improve quality of sleep and posture while decreasing pressure stresses to the body - improving spine-health as well as overall wellbeing. Territory: Nationally and Internationally Training Provided: 4 week in-house initial training with ongoing training during the term. Marketing Support: National and Local Marketing Initiatives and Strategies. Agreement Term: 5 year with an option of a further 5 years Number Of Units: 7 corporate stores Units Outside Country: 10+ Investment Required: $380,000+ depending on store size/location Business Established: 1998 Franchising Commenced: 2010 Qualifications Required: Basic Business Skills/ Business Acumen/ A motivation and attitude for success/ Strong Customer focus/ Strong work ethic

Concept: GNC LiveWell, is the largest global specialty retailer of nutritional products; including vitamin, mineral, herbal and other specialty supplements and sports nutrition, diet and energy products. Territory: Nationwide Training Provided: A comprehensive three week Phase Training Program is initially provided which includes in-store training, classroom training and on-site support in your store during the opening week. Ongoing support includes field support and updated sales, product and customer service training materials. Marketing Support: Marketing Support incorporates national advertising, promotions and public relations campaigns, local marketing materials and programs that help to Franchise Partners build their business. Agreement Term: 10 years plus two additional 5 year options Number Of Units: 48 company stores Units Outside Country: GNC has opened more than 5 900 stores globally with franchise operations in 48 countries worldwide Investment Required: Total investment ranges from $250,000 to $400,000 depending on a number of variables, including store size and location. Business Established: Since 1935, GNC has been building a global reputation as the largest specialty retailer of nutritional products. Franchising Commenced: GNC commenced franchising in 1988 Qualifications Required: We are looking for energetic and ambitious people with a passion for the wellness industry, strong managerial skills, a commitment to outstanding customer service and strong communication and leadership skills.

Concept: Mad Mex Fresh Mexican Grill offers quick, fresh, quality Mexican food at reasonable prices. Offering a gourmet dining experience in a fast casual environment, our locations are typically licensed and offer a range of Mexican beers and our famous $8 margarita. Mad Mex's energetic and stylish environment perfectly compliments our bold and healthy take on Mexican food. Territory: NSW, QLD, VIC, ACT, SA, TAS Training Provided: Our training and operations systems utilise best practices from around  the world and integrate online videos with detailed in-store systems  and guides. With a Franchise Agreement in place, a four-week on-site  training programme commences with full access to our Operations  Manual, state-of-the-art online training tools, collateral materials  and operational support.Marketing Support: Comprehensive marketing tools are provided to orchestrate local area outreach to compliment corporate marketing activities in print, radio and online. Agreement Terms5 x5 Number of Units: Total number of stores: 8 by end of 1Q 2010, 2 franchises. Units Outside Your Country:
0 Investment Required:The average cost to establish a Mad Mex franchise is approximately  $350,000 - $450,000 (+GST). This includes our franchise fee ($45,000 +GST),  training ($10,000+GST), shop fit-out, equipment, opening stock, etc.  The actual cost depends on a range of variables including, size and  location of the store. Business Established: 2007 Franchising Commenced: 2009 Qualifications Required: The ideal Mad Mex Franchisee is an ambitious and self-motivated leader who shares our commitment to quality. With a commitment to outstanding customer service and building a great working environment, you share our goal to become the most respected Mexican food in the fast-casual market.

Concept: Ladies Fitness & Weight Loss Territory: Australia Training Provided: Comprehensive incl. on-site Marketing Support: Full sales & marketing support Number Of Units: 160+ Investment Required: $150k +

Concept: Leading edge hearing care services and products delivered to clients in a professional clinic enviroment Territory: Opportunities available throughout Australia Training Provided: Training subject to individual requirments, normally 5 - 15 days Marketing Support: Powerful marketing techniques on a National, Regional and Local basis Agreement Term: 5 + 5 + 5 Number Of Units: 0 Franchises - 47  Company Owned Clinics Units Outside Country: 40 HearingLife Corporate Clinics in USA Investment Required: $185,000.00 to $1,000,000.00+ Business Established: 1936 Franchising Commenced: 2010 Qualifications Required: Registered Audiologist or Audiometrist with a relevant professional body membership and an OHS QP number. Strong people skills and the desire to be in business for themselves but not bu themselves.

Concept: Personal Fitness Training Studio Territory: Nationwide Training Provided: 6 Day Franchise School at New Level HQ in Melbourne, New Level HQ Helpline, Operations Training, Full Sales Training, Accounts Training Marketing Support: Launch advertising campaign, Nationally routed 1300 NEW LEVEL number, The latest in web marketing techniques, Intranet access to advertising templates Agreement Term: 5 years Number Of Units: 15 Units Outside Country: New Level are planning on expanding into New Zealand Investment Required: $150k - $180k Business Established: 1995 Franchising Commenced: 2002 Qualifications Required: Certificate 4 in Personal Training (We can help you get this), Sales or customer service skills, A passion for wanting to help people, Practice what they preach, Ability to lead a team

Concept: Health Food Franchise Territory: Australia Wide Training Provided: Extensive 4 week training program Marketing Support: Group Marketing – TV, Brochures. Local Support – Press templates, Radio spots, Flyers. Length of Agreement: 5 x 5 year year term Number of Outlets: 78 Investment Required: $300,000 to $350,000 Commenced Operating: 2003 Franchising Commenced: Oct 2004 Qualifications Required: Experience not necessary but highly motivated by success.

Concept: Mobile Hairdressing Territory: Franchises available throughout Australia. Training Provided: Ongoing training to ensure all Hairdressers on the Move franchise owners offer superior client service in colour and hair design along with comprehensive product knowledge. Book keeping (boring we know but essential) for your successful business. Marketing Support: Franchise Owners are given full support in building their business with National & Local Marketing. Support with stock control through our product and alliance partners. Agreement Term: 5 years Number Of Units: 5 Investment Required: $30,000 - With Hairdressers on the Move there are low set up costs and low ongoing expenses which help to create high profit. Franchising Commenced: 2007 Qualifications Required: Hairdressers License

Concept: Australia's first locally owned and operated nail bar Territory: Regional areas - Australia wide Training Provided: 3 fulltime weeks- 1 in our training salon and 2 in your new salon Marketing Support: No-one knows their own regional area better than you - initial first months marketing campaign included in your franchise package Agreement Term: 5 years + 5 years Investment Required: Silver Package $120,000 / Gold Package $180,000. Slight variation depending on shop size etc Business Established: 2006 Franchising Commenced: 2008 Qualifications Required: You do not have to be a qualified nail technician to own a nailsnow.com.au franchise. What you do require is a drive to succeed, want a flexible lifestyle business in the next big thing in the beauty industry....Nails....

Concept: Retail, Home and Giftware Training Provided: Yes Marketing Support: Radio, Press and Catalogue Agreement Term: 5 Years with 5 Year Option Number Of Units: 16 Investment Required: $200K to $500K Business Established: 1996 Franchising Commenced: 2005

Concept: Studio Pilates International® is changing the way people do Pilates through its effective and efficient 40min body sculpting workouts automatically delivered through plasma screens into your very own Pilates studio. We are giving access to equipment based Pilates studio workouts to everyday people within minutes from members homes. Territory: Exclusive areas of Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne Training Provided: Studio Pilates International® runs their own Pilates University where you learn how to operate the simple online business systems and you receive comprehensive training on how to instruct Pilates. No health or fitness industry prerequisites required, we teach you all you need to know. Marketing Support: A comprehensive and innovative marketing support system. This incorporates new product development, national promotions, local area marketing, public relations and advertising, in store design and more. Agreement Term: 5 years Number Of Units: All units are currently company owned Units Outside Country: With plans to take the brand and business concept global this is your chance to get in on the ground floor before the entry price rises. Investment Required: Total investment is between $300,000 and $350,000 + GST. This includes equipment, fit out, training....the lot. Business Established: The Studio Pilates International® brand was started in Brisbane, Australia in 2002 by Jade Winter an Olympian and former Australian Swim Team member and Tanya Winter a qualified Physiotherapist. Franchising Commenced: Studio Pilates International® franchising commenced in 2010 after more than 8 years of successful operation and extensive business development over that time. Qualifications Required: You must have a passion for helping people to achieve amazing results and to help us to empower and inspire 1,000,000 people to do Studio Pilates International® workouts on a daily basis.

Concept: Outdoor group personal training Training Provided: 8 days training at Radisson Resort Gold Coast (all included) + on-going training & support Marketing Support: Launch advertising campaign is included for your exclusive territory, including mail drops; press; radio etc. Car wrap included plus other marketing included. Agreement Term: 4yrs +3 +3 Number Of Units: 140 Franchises nationally in Australia Investment Required: $40,000 (Incl gst) Business Established: 1995 Franchising Commenced: 2000 Qualifications Required: Excellent people and communication skills with a bubbly personality. A Certificate IV in fitness is NOT a pre-requisite. We can assist all candidates in gaining certification.

Concept: 24 hour Health & Fitness Centre Territory: Australia Training Provided: Comprehensive including on site Marketing Support: Full Sales & Marketing support Agreement Term: 5 + 5 Number Of Units: 3 Investment Required: $45,000 to $150,000 Business Established: 2009 Franchising Commenced: 2009 Qualifications Required: PASSION FOR SPORTS AND FITNESS IS A MUST but a Certificate 3 is preferable

Concept: No appointment Hairdresser Territory: Single and multi-store opportunities nationally Training Provided: Comprehensive initial and ongoing training Marketing Support: Full National support Agreement Term: 5 years plus renewal options Number Of Units: 150 Nationally Units Outside Country: 25 in New Zealand - 1 in India Investment Required: $190 - 240K Business Established: 1983 Franchising Commenced: 1990 Qualifications Required: No need to be a hairdresser

Concept: Modern 24/7 Fitness Club Territory: Nationwide - QLD, NSW, SA, VIC and WA Training Provided: Full Comprehensive Training Provided Marketing Support: Comprehensive Sales and Marketing Support Agreement Term: 5 + 5 Number Of Units: 3 Investment Required: $120,000 - $180,000 + (Equipment Leased)Business Established: 2009 Franchising Commenced: 2010 Qualifications Required: No Previous Experience in the Fitness Industry Required

Concept: Anti snoring solution franchise Territory: Nationwide Training Provided: One to two weeks with ongoing training and support as required Marketing Support: Marketing initiatives are the responsibility of both the franchisee and the Master Franchisor Agreement Term: 5 x 5 individual franchise and 10 x 10 x 10 for master franchise Number Of Units: 0 Units Outside Country: New Zealand Investment Required: Around $50,000 for Individual and Master from $125,000- $250,000 Business Established: The business has been operating in New Zealand for 25 years and is now expanding into Australia Franchising Commenced: 2010 Qualifications Required: Our Master Franchise opportunities are open to any business or individual that can demonstrate they have the skills and drive to maintain and grow a network of professionally qualified franchisees.
For individual Franchises, Franchisees are required to have access to or be a suitably qualified dentist, dental specialist, dental prosthetist or a hygienist under supervision of a registered dentist

Concept: Quick Service Casual Dining Territory: Australia + International Franchised:2010 Rebranding Training Provided: 4 weeks & Ongoing Support Marketing Support: Launch Campaigns, Local Area Marketing Brochures, Product Photo Shoots + Brand Marketing Calendar Agreement Term: 5+5 Years Number Of Units: 11 within Victoria and NSW Units Outside Country: 8 Middle East, 1 USA + 15 further store planned for USA Investment Required: $250,000+ Qualifications Required: Business Acumen - Leadership Skills - Passion to Success

Concept: Healthy mexican takeaway Territory: National Training Provided: 4 weeks plus in store supervision Marketing Support: Targeted local media, mail outs, store promotions Agreement Term: 5 years plus option Number Of Units: 3 Investment Required: $150,000 to $250,000 Business Established: 2002 Franchising Commenced: 2009 Qualifications Required: Passion

Concept: The fastest growing Personal Training Studio franchise in Australia. (Winner of the Franchise Council of Australia's Emerging Franchise of the Year Award in NSW / ACT in 2008.) Territory: A rapid expansion plan combined with our unique system allows for excellent opportunities across all of Australia. Training Provided: Comprehensive training - please see our profile for details Marketing Support: Extensive marketing support - please see our proflie for details Agreement Term: 5 years Number Of Units: 35 Investment Required: $200,000 Business Established: Vision has been operating since August 1999 and the first Vision studio was opened in Caringbah, Sydney in February 2001 (the current home of ex-Biggest Loser competitors). Franchising Commenced: We have been franchising since July 2004. Celebrating our 10 year anniversary this August. Qualifications Required: Business acumen, sales, marketing, financial experience would be beneficial along with a strong passion for health and fitness. An ability to run your own business in an industry that is growing rapidly and a desire to become a multiple owner managing a number of studios would be advantageous.

Concept: Laser Hair Removal Territory: Nationwide Training Provided: 2 weeks Marketing Support: Print, radio, internet, billboards Number Of Units: 2 Investment Required: 120k -280k Business Established: 2004 Franchising Commenced: 2008 Qualifications Required: While beauty or medical industry experience is an advantage, anyone with a strong passion for personal grooming and image enhancement and/or with a background in customer service, will find Results Laser Clinc’s comprehensive training program easy to assimilate and apply.

Concept: Rent free health clubs (it's covered by the Franchisor) onsite at hospitals, corporates and schools throughout Australia.Territory: NationwideTraining Provided: Pre-opening training package, in club placements and ongoing CEC accredited 'in-house' Franchisee courses and Franchisor support.Marketing Support: Club launch and ongoing marketing is coordinated by the Franchisor to suit your public, corporate, school or hospital captive audience.Agreement Term: 3 + 3 + 3 yearsNumber Of Units: 60+Investment Required: Average new club investment is $70,000 plus GST including launch marketing.Business Established: 1991Franchising Commenced: 1991Qualifications Required: No industry or franchising experience necessary.

Concept: Photography Territory: Nationwide Training Provided: 8 weeks plus ongoing Marketing Support: Viva! Surpport office dose a wide rage of the marketing and has a full time marketing department Agreement Term: 5+5+5 Number Of Units: 11 Studios Investment Required: 250,000 - 300,000 Business Established: 1991 Franchising Commenced: 2005 Qualifications Required: No previous experience necessary