Trade Practices (Industry Codes—Franchising) Regulations 1998
23Termination — special circumstances
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23 Termination — special circumstances
A franchisor does not have to comply with clause 21 or 22 if the franchisee:
(a) no longer holds a licence that the franchisee must hold to carry on the franchised business; or
(b) becomes bankrupt, insolvent under administration or an externally‑administered body corporate; or
(c) voluntarily abandons the franchised business or the franchise relationship; or
(d) is convicted of a serious offence; or
(e) operates the franchised business in a way that endangers public health or safety; or
(f) is fraudulent in connection with operation of the franchised business; or
(g) agrees to termination of the franchise agreement.