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City Cave Float & Wellness Centre Launches into the Victorian Market
city cave Float & Wellness centre, an australian-owned franchise, has confirmed its expansion into Victoria later this year. This will be the brand’s fourth australian territory, with 46 centres currently open across Qld, NsW & NT.
Multi-site owner damien coppolecchia will invest in his 7th city cave location, and is keen to be one of the first to launch into the Melbourne market after the end of financial year. “It’s exciting to be one of the first city cave’s to enter the Victorian market, it’s been great to have the opportunity to expand in Melbourne and to get the first pick of territories,” said coppolecchia. “city cave as a brand particularly matches the Melbourne audience, with the concept of Float Therapy being well established, and Melbourne’s demographics really complement the city cave business model,” “We have the chance to break into an already established Float Therapy market with the advantage of providing an entirely different experience than traditional float therapy pods, as well as the offering of Infrared sauna and Massage.” sydney-based Head of Franchise development, liz seeto, said the city cave development team has a variety of amazing location offers secured in Victoria.
“2022 saw us expand our city cave HQ development team to keep up with the demand of centre openings,” seeto said. “We have 3 new developments on track for opening mid 2022 in Victoria, with plenty of additional pre-approved sites ready to go,” ceO and co-Founder Jeremy Hassell has said it couldn’t be a better time to franchise with city cave for those looking for a new business opportunity. “Opportunity meets availability. city cave is the fastest growing franchise in australia and also the fastest growing health and wellness franchise in the world,” said Hassel.
One of Australia’s fastest-growing quick service restaurants Zambrero has celebrated another successful milestone with the opening of Zambrero Burpengary. The grand opening took place on saturday, 30th april with 1000 free burritos to celebrate the occasion.
since the opening, a multitude of customers have been walking through the doors keen to get their hands on a burrito. Zambrero currently has a Big Burrito special on offer which has been in high demand in the new Burpengary restaurant and right across the country. The Burpengary opening marks the 197th Zambrero restaurant in australia with the network expected to hit 200 stores next month. Zambrero australia ceO Matthew kenny says the network looks forward to continuing to expand and give more people access to the popular “Feel Good Mex”. “There is such a strong demand for fresh, food options right now and we’re so excited to be giving more people access to our delicious “Feel Good Mex”. Plate4Plate initiative tackling world hunger. With every regular burrito or bowl purchased a meal is donated to someone in need. since its inception, the company has donated over 57 million meals.” “Zambrero is proof that values-driven businesses can be very successful while also making a difference. We look forward to continuing to grow the Zambrero network and driving more positive change.”
From Horse Racing to Family Passion
DC Strategy is excited to announce that the premier-kids soccer franchise BabyBallers based have successfully opened their first franchise Australia with their first location anchoring in Geelong, Victoria.
We sat down with Brent from BabyBallers to learn more about their story. How does it feel to be part of the team?
We are very excited to be the very first Baby Ballers in australia. We can’t wait to see franchises pop up all over australia and help build a well-known brand in australia.
What led you to wanting to own a BabyBallers franchise in particular?
I had been looking for something similar for my soccer obsessed 4 year old son luke. We stumbled upon an ad for BabyBallers franchises opening in australia. after some careful enquiry and research I absolutely loved the business model and think it can be very successful in australia. My plan is to firstly build up our first two clubs which we have opened in armstrong creek and Torquay. We then want to open more clubs in the Geelong area with a longer term vision to gain another territory in either Wyndham Vale or Ballarat.
Can you tell us more about your professional background?
I have always worked within the horse racing industry, originally a jockey and then a horse trainer. after a 25 year career in the horse racing industry I was looking for a change.
What decisions did you consider when buying a franchise?
I wanted to buy a franchise that I was passionate about and would enjoy running, but also gave me the flexibility to spend more time with my kids and enjoy a better quality of life. We did a lot of market research and market analysis before making the decision to buy the franchise.
This leading global franchise brand has partnered with dc strategy to develop their expansion strategy, manage their legal requirements and drive their franchise lead generation and franchise sales and now has plans to open 200 plus clubs in australia and New Zealand over the next 5 years.
James Young, director of Franchise sales at dc strategy said, “dc strategy specialises in launching Global brands in australasia and asia. It’s exciting to assist them in launching with an amazing first franchise partner and the couple from Geelong have hit the ground running. We are also now in the final stages of securing their first New Zealand partner with many further franchisees to follow in both markets”.
GuZman Y GomeZ Westmead sells over 3,000 burritos alone on opening day
On May 11 seasoned Guzman y Gomez franchisees, Sonal Ram, Milan Patel and Don Mizzi delighted Western Sydney locals by opening a brand new GYG store right in the heart of Westmead. Having started his GYG career as a uni student, Sonal set himself a goal early to one day operate his very own restaurant. alongside his business partners, Milan and don, together they now operate three of Western sydney’s most popular GYG restaurants, including GYG Westfield Parramatta, GYG Parramatta cBd and GYG castle Towers.
To celebrate the Westmead opening, GYG offered $5 burritos and bowls all day long, as well as free coffee and live Mariachi music. located near Westmead Hospital, the new restaurant offers 100% clean and fast food - so no added preservatives, no artificial flavours, no added colours and no unacceptable additives - from 8am to 10pm. The new store has already created 55 local jobs, with at least another 20 locals to be hired in the coming weeks. steven Marks, GYG ceO and Founder, said: “It’s always so special working with sonal, Milan and don. They embody the dream GYG franchisee - hands-on, energetic, resilient and relentless. They live and love our values every day. “There are always franchising opportunities at GYG, for more information get in touch at guzmanygomez.com.au. sonal’s journey is a testament to the opportunities available at GYG to skilled business professionals who want to take control of their career destiny.”
Enhanced Culinary Partnership, mcG Meets RoYal stacks
Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) invites its newest Melbourne-born, Royal Stacks, to the menu. The partnership took place ahead of the 2022 AFL Premiership Season with the cult-favourite burger brand signing an exclusive deal for two years at the MCG.
This is a dream come true for dani Zeini, Founder of Royal stacks, who opened his first venue on collins street in 2016. He took on the challenge to stand out within Melbourne’s vibrant hospitality scene, to bring a powerful and uniting force to people from all walks of life together. Royal stacks will honour Melbourne by keeping the crowds of up to 100,000 cricket fans, happy with its quality and fresh menu items. The burgers are freshly minced daily from pasture-fed, 100% australian, GMOfree beef, and the menu offers vegetarian and Halal options. Their food offerings will be available for both non-event and match days. Royal Stacks MCG menu • Single Stack burger RRP $12.50 • Saint burger RRP $15.50 • Bacon Bacon burger RRP $16.50 • The Kavorka burger RRP $15.50 • French fries RRP $5.50 • Cheesy fries RRP $6.80 Royal stacks currently operates with six restaurants across Melbourne including collins street, chadstone, Brunswick, Moorabbin, Melbourne emporium and now at the Melbourne cricket Ground. The brand recently launched its franchise model for interested franchisees who would like to join the innovative and energetic brand, with business opportunities listed at $350,000 around Victoria.
www.royalstacks.com.au/franchise/
ViVa leisuRe RAPIDLY APPROACHING FY22 MILESTONE TARGETS
Viva Leisure Limited (ASX: VVA) (“Viva Leisure” or “the Company”), a leading technology-focused Australian health club owner and operator is pleased to provide a trading update for the two months of March and April 2022. Key highlights for March and April 2022: • Record monthly Revenue Run Rate (RRR) of over $9.5 million in both March 2022 (31 days) and april 2022 (30 days),
• 150,000+ Corporate owned location
Members, an increase of circa 5,000 over the two month period
• Entered the Western Australia market via Plus Fitness acquisitions, currently operating three owned locations, with another three exchanged contracts to be settled this month
• 147 Corporate owned sites (with three additional Wa sites to be settled in May 2022). Expect to complete FY22 with 150+ corporate owned locations commenting on the company’s strong performance, Viva leisure ceO and Managing director, Harry konstantinou said:
“Viva leisure’s strong growth momentum has continued, with March and april seeing the company rapidly approach the key milestone targets for the year ending June 2022. With a net increase of 5,000 corporate owned location members over March and april we now have over 150,000 corporate members delivering a monthly revenue run rate of over $9.5 million. We are confident that the $10 million June revenue run rate target will be met. “We continued to increase our geographic footprint, entering Western australia via three Plus Fitness acquisitions with an additional three exchanged contacts to settle over the next few weeks. Our gyms now span five states across australia, with 147 corporate owned sites. Upon settlement of the three exchanged contracts in Western australia, we will achieve our 150 corporate owned site target for the financial year in May.
“The last two months have clearly shown that we are back, stronger than ever, and very focused on executing our growth strategy as australia’s leading technologyfocused health club and gym provider.”
Accor, a world-leading hospitality group with over 400 hotels across India, Middle East, Africa and Turkey is adding the world-renowned cruise ship, Queen Elizabeth 2 (QE2), into its portfolio.
Taking over operations from May 2022, the cruise ship will undergo further upgrades and renovations prior to joining the MGallery Hotel collection. Once fully rebranded, Queen elizabeth 2 will undoubtedly become a landmark property for the MGallery brand and dubai overall. “We are very excited to partner with accor on this project. We trust the group’s expertise will elevate the Qe2 to a new era of operations” states saeed al-Bannai, ceO of PcFc investment. “The Queen elizabeth as we know her, has made history and we are confident that accor will keep her legacy alive while her strong heritage and notoriety will remain a destination in itself, where guests and visitors alike can enjoy a unique experience”.
situated in dubai’s Port Rashid, the Qe2’s location is in close proximity to sheikh Zayed Road, providing easy connection to every main attraction the city has to offer. dubai International airport, dubai Mall, Burj khalifa and la Mer Beach are all located less than 20 minutes away, while the Palm Jumeirah and Mall of the emirates are located 35 and 29 minutes, respectively. “This is a great opportunity for accor to expand its footprint in the Uae with the introduction of a unique project which brings diversity to the portfolio, while expanding the MGallery brand presence in the city” says Mark Willis, ceO of accor India, Middle east, africa & Turkey.” Not only are we in charge of the only floating hotel in dubai, but we are also contributing to the dubai Urban Master plan 2049, with the aim to map out the path for a sustainable urban development while increasing the city’s attractiveness as a global destination”.
Once the renovation is completed, the new MGallery Queen elizabeth 2 will feature 447 hotel rooms, nine food & beverage outlets, ten meeting rooms, 5,620sqm area for outdoor events, six retail outlets, a swimming pool and a gym.
New items include Roll’d’s best-selling Phở broths: chicken & Beef and Veggie, Roll’d Phở Noodles, Roll’d’s sweet Viet sriracha sauce and Premium chilli Oil.
Building on the success of the initial range of bottles sauces and rice paper goods, Roll’d Vietnamese is continuing its promise of fast and fresh Vietnameasy meals this winter having launched FIVE new products that’ll warm your soul through and through! NEW ROLL’D VIETNAMESE SUPERMARKET PRODUCTS:
• Phở broths: chicken & Beef and Veggie (RRP $6.50 each, 500ml): Roll’d’s new heat-and-serve soups are ready in just 15 minutes and deliver a world of hearty – and healthy goodness. • Phở Noodles (RRP $5.00, 400g):
Building on Roll’d’s line of no-nasties rice paper goods, Roll’d Phở Noodles are the key to kick starting your steamy soup adventure.
• Sweet Viet Sriracha Sauce (RRP $6.00, 375ml): a sweet and spicy condiment for your pantry arsenal. • Premium Chilli Oil (RRP $8.50, 220g): For the hotheads who seek an extra oomph!
