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STUNNING NEW VENUE OPENS IN AN ADELAIDE ICON

Luma* Restaurant and Bar, the centre-piece of the multi-million dollar upgrade of Adelaide’s original five-star boutique hotel, is open for business at the iconic Playford Hotel, a member of the MGallery Collection (by Accor).

ZAMBRERO ACHIEVES 60 MILLION MEALS DONATED AND DISTRIBUTED TO THOSE IN NEED FACING WORLD HUNGER

Zambrero, Australia’s largest Mexican restaurant group, has this week reached a major milestone as part of their Plate 4 Plate social mission; distributing over 60 million meals to help end world hunger since the inception of their Plate 4 Plate initiative. Their annual meal packing events are held in six locations around the country - adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, sydney and Tasmania. More than 1,600 volunteers will pack over 430,000 meals to then be delivered to communities in Timor-Leste, and these meal packing events will see the completion and fulfillment of the 60 million meals donated and distributed to date.

The Zambrero Plate 4 Plate social mission sees a meal donated to charity programs for every burrito, bowl or grab-and-go retail item purchased at one of their 240 restaurants in australia, new Zealand, ireland, United states and United Kingdom. “Our humanitarian mission is a core part of our business’ dna. We see it as what our feel Good Mex proposition is all about; healthy, delicious food which makes you feel good, while also doing good for others.” said Matthew Kenny, ceO Zambrero - australia. Zambrero’s Plate 4 Plate initiative is one of the most significant elements of their business model and stands out as a core driver for engagement, “We hear from our franchise partners and team, day in and day out, that Plate 4 Plate is what gets them involved in Zambrero and drives them to work with us to grow the business. Luma will grace 120 north Terrace with timeless style and sophistication, extending an invitation to both local communities and international guests throughout the day and night. Luma’s restaurant is overseen by award winning executive chef Kevin Martel. his fabulous share-inspired menu is a love note to european dining. its bold flavours, colours and locally sourced organic ingredients, are prepared using both classic techniques and interpretive cooking methods. Luma is distinctive, energetic and inspiring. Luma Breakfast is organic, free range and always delicious. fully cooked, or fresh baked and married with delicately brewed coffee, a fine selection of teas or a fresh juice to kick start the day. Luma Lunch may be express and light or a more indulgent longer experience. Luma is a destination restaurant with the convenience of both express and a la carte menus. Luma as the day turns to night. it’s time for aperitivos - perhaps one before dinner or a couple with friends to celebrate good times. The glow of the sculpture chandelier takes centre stage, Luma truly comes to life with music, a gin, craft beer or fine wine. Luma dinner is the culinary ethos of european simplicity has been paired with a sophisticated yet casual elegance with a share inspired menu. The signature ‘Luma canard’ designed for two with a trio of flavours will be sure to leave a lasting memory.

simply put, Plate 4 Plate is why we do what we do, and we are immensely proud of what we have achieved so far.” said Kenny. “as we continue to expand our restaurant network both here, and overseas, it really means more than just footprint, it means us driving the business at scale and with a strong determination to see us reach our goal of donating one billion meals by 2025.” said Kenny. Zambrero is also delivering one of the most impactful social missions of any fast food restaurant in australia, “The meal packing of over 430,000 meals, and also the total donation milestone of over 60 million meals donated, makes Plate 4 Plate one of the highest impact humanitarian meal relief programs from any fast food restaurant business in australia.” said Bianca azzopardi, ceO-north america from Zambrero.

The Fitness Studio with a Hot Difference

Innovative fitness brand, Hot Temple is expanding their network by franchising across Victoria and Australia.

One of the latest brands to partner with dc strategy is Melbourne-based high-intensity fitness studio, hot Temple. The studio offers a game-changing experience and is known to be an addictive way to incorporate exercise into your daily routine. Unlike other fitness centres operating with a traditional approach, hot Temple uses the latest in technology, setting itself apart with a revolutionary integrated cycle, cardio, strength, pilates and yoga concept using an infrared heated studio.

The infrared heaters are set to be at around 30-40 degrees, turned on during the variety of classes that the fitness studio offers, including a sauna. One of the many hot Temple studio members gave her insight into the training stating that she never imagined that she would enjoy a spin class. “ i never imagined that i’d enjoy a spin class, being yelled at while exercising in 38 degrees was not appealing at all, i started doing hot yoga to escape the cold and eventually gave a cycle class a go. i now attend more cycle classes than yoga and absolutely love it. Great instructors, and the gains in fitness have been amazing”. - Jemma.

hot Temple franchisees will benefit from a simple business model, a loyal customer base, and ongoing support. in addition to this franchisee also have the added benefit of multi-revenue streams with class memberships, day visits and selling merchandise, all generating income for the business.

FitstoP continues expansion with the opening of two more New Zealand locations

One of the fastest-growing fitness franchises continues to drive expansion with two additional locations opening in New Zealand; Fitstop Riccarton, Christchurch and Fitstop New Plymouth. having boosted membership growth by over 70% through the evidence-based fitstop formula, the brand has inspired and educated over 19,000 members and continues to grow to be an incredibly powerful franchise business. fitstop - the home of functional fitness - currently operates 90 locations across australia and new Zealand, with the first new Zealand franchise (hamilton central) having opened earlier this year. incorporating a variety of 50-minute sessions combining the fundamentals of cardiovascular and strength, fitstop provides athletic-inspired training allowing members to experience real results. “Our fitstop journey has been an incredible process in the making and we couldn’t be happier to be bringing this to the riccarton community,” said sam russell & Jesse Mclean, fitstop riccarton co-founders. When former all Black halfback Brendon Leonard retired, his passion was exercise. a superbly fit professional athlete for 15 years, his desire to exercise and stay fit was by then ingrained. “everyone has different body shapes and injury histories and needs to be treated individually. “Our goal at fitstop is to empower people to move more, to live more. Through being active, combined with the community connection, we want for our members to leave fulfilled,” said Brendon Leonard.

With everything managed through a custom-built app, this technology allows fitstop members to add training targets and goals, guiding and elevating the entire experience like no other fitness business - with ultimately, the training setting fitstop apart.

The Little Gym with a big difference is on the move!

Unlike your conventional gym, with treadmills and heavy weights everywhere, The Little Gym has swapped these out and brought in ball pits, balance beams, and trampolines. Why? For their key customers – Kids!

This fitness centre operates to provide children with a place to be physically active and a “springboard to Life’s adventures” program by using movement-based learning, and imaginative play to help build the confidence and skills needed at each stage of their childhood.

now With over 300 locations across the globe, the Little Gym has become a widely loved and liked fitness centre for kids. Operating in over 30 countries the international brand has demonstrated that its business model is a winner with an audience that can’t get enough. The world’s premier enrichment and physical development centre for children are operating in an industry expected to reach 13 billion in revenue.

This industry leader is showing the rest of the market how it’s done. all franchise partners receive comprehensive training that covers centre management, leasing agreements, human resources, operations, sales, and marketing. This is all communicated through a user-friendly website and enthusiastic trainers. it’s not surprising they ranked the #1 children’s fitness franchise by entrepreneur Magazine for 2 years in a row. Opportunities to own the next Little Gym will be provided to those people who are passionate about early childhood development, the community and improving people’s lives.

How a boutique gym franchise broke even in one month during and post pandemic

One franchise that continues to grow is Stepz Fitness, which maximised the business opportunity it presented to engage with consumers on a more personal level, advocating for affordability and offering them the support they needed, guidance to stay on track and continue working toward their fitness goals and easy home access. The fitness chain has opened 4 new locations and is gearing up to launch its first gym in the acT, set to open its doors in 2023. stepz fitness is a premier boutique 24/7 gym franchise offering its 20,000+ members tiered and flexible membership options. it is currently ranked among the top 10 gym franchises in australia. stepz provides members with access to a friendly, nonintimidating gym space suitable for all fitness levels and is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. founded in 2009, stepz fitness has 17 locations in both Queensland and new south Wales and is soon set to launch in canberra, with plans for further expansion on the horizon. Under the direction of stepz fitness franchisor samuel Waller, stepz fitness identified a gap in the gym market and as a result was first in the market to successfully combine a tiered pricing model by incorporating functional Group Training and 24/7 gym facilities under one roof.

The new model now averages a higher monthly revenue than even the most successful 24/7 gyms in the market with half the members, ensuring that step fitness remains a convenient and affordable gym for all.

samuel (sam) Waller - stepz fitness national franchisor sam Waller is the national franchisor at stepz fitness with a passion for changing the lives of others based on his own personal life experience. in 2013, sam became the youngest stepz fitness franchisee when he purchased the stepz fitness at st Lucia, at 20 years old. as the Managing director (of sam Waller fitness Pty Ltd), he took control of all aspects of the business operations, including marketing, accounts, and payroll. he grew the business to 670 members within two years and had five personal trainers working for him. after achieving the fastest growth experienced in the franchise, the founders of stepz fitness took notice.

accoR launches ALL Members Rate in the Pacific

ALL – Accor Live Limitless, the lifestyle loyalty program for world-leading hospitality group Accor, has launched a special Members’ Rate in the Pacific region. Members of aLL will now enjoy a 5% discount at more than 380 hotels, resorts and apartments participating in the aLL loyalty programme in australia, new Zealand, fiji and french Polynesia throughout the year when booking at aLL. com or via the accor aLL app. Members can also access a Members’ rate at 5,000 accor hotels worldwide.

accor Pacific chief commercial Officer, renae Trimble, said: “We’re delighted to introduce this special aLL Members’ rate across the Pacific region. aLL is free to join and offers a wide choice of quality, worldclass hotels, with rewards and experiences such as entertainment and sporting events at accor stadium. Loyal members of aLL benefit from the best brands in the best destinations, and now with an exclusive members-only discount.” Members of aLL receive exclusive invitations to redeem points to experience the luxurious aLL hospitality suites at accor stadium and Qudos Bank arena in sydney, where artists like harry styles and ed sheeran are playing, in addition to sporting events including the state of Origin and nrL Grand final. Members can also use their reward points to purchase exclusive travel packages around the world with upgraded accommodation and inclusions like dinner, spa treatment and local experiences. accor and Qantas have also partnered to reward mutual members of both loyalty programs at every stage of their travel journey, by earning points in both programs when they fly with Qantas and stay in one of accor’s hotels, resorts and apartments across asia Pacific. .

To keep up to date with latest travel tips and must-visit destinations across the Pacific, follow aLL – accor Live Limitless on instagram and facebook.

GReen clean austRalia sets in motion its expansion throughout key states in Australia.

Green Clean Australia, one of Australia’s front runners in environmentally friendly cleaning products, launches its franchise model in key areas across Australia. The sustainable brands mission involves protecting human health and the environment using non-toxic cleaning products. There has been an increasing shift in how society views the environment, with everyone attempting to make a greener change in myriad ways. The Green clean australia team shares a vision that combines a commitment to natural and safe cleaning practices. They are determined to provide their B2c customers with a spotless home and B2B customers with a hygienic business environment. They offer an alternative environmentally safe solution to other cleaning companies that use chemical-based cleaning products. One of their goals is to develop a skilled and knowledgeable team to introduce customers to environmentally safe cleaning habits and help their clients maintain these efforts between visits. The environmentally conscious brand has devised a holistic approach that aids both businesses and homes alike to go greener, from significant changes to smaller ones. The brand’s carbon footprint has been rated five stars independently.

The australian born brand was founded in 2005 by Michael Girowal. The team have proactively found innovative ways to help australia make an environmental shift and go green. Green clean now has 200 highly skilled professionals.

Green clean strives to increase awareness around the benefits of investing in green-cleaning solutions and is on the hunt for franchise partners to grow their franchise network successfully. The green brand is calling on individuals who find themselves aligned with the brand and its mission.

Green clean has partnered with dc strategy to find the perfect franchise partners making a difference in the lives of individuals and businesses.