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Cartridge World Australia Franchise Opportunity

Cartridge World is a printer cartridge and toner refill/retail franchise founded in Adelaide in 1992, with roughly 130 outlets across Australia and New Zealand.

90 units in AustraliaFranchising since 1997Registered as Independent Ink Group Pty Ltd
On the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register

captured 18 Aug 2026. View the Register profile

This information is based on material published by the relevant franchisor on the Franchise Disclosure Register. This information does not negate the need to undertake necessary due diligence including seeking independent professional advice if considering entering into a franchise agreement.

Public data profile

This information is compiled from the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register and other public sources. It hasn’t been confirmed by the franchise team.

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How much does a Cartridge World Australia franchise cost?

A Cartridge World Australia franchise requires a total investment of $75,000–$175,000 all-in, comprising a $25,000 initial fee and a 6.0% royalty and a 2.0% marketing levy.

Source: Franchisor-published (web): franchiseinsights.com.au · verified July 2026 · franchisor-published. See full cost breakdown

Full cost breakdown

Fees vs the market

Cartridge World Australia fees vs Retail median · Fee Index Q2 2026 (n=132)
FeeCartridge World AustraliaCategory median 
Royalty (% gross sales)6.0%5.5%above median
Marketing levy (% gross sales)2.0%2.5%below median

Medians from the Retail Fee Index. See methodology.

Network & venues

3venues in Australia
3franchised businesses
0company-owned units
3franchisees (operators)
34years operating in Australia

Operates in ACT, NSW, NT, QLD, SA, TAS, VIC, WA

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007832) · captured 2026-08-19.

Investment & payments

Costs and payments as published by the franchisor on the Register
Establishment cost (all-in setup)up to $150,000

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007832) · captured 2026-08-19. Ranges are the franchisor’s own estimates; confirm every figure against the disclosure document.

Franchise agreement

Standard agreement term 5 or more years

Option to renew Yes

Goodwill compensation on exit No

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007832) · captured 2026-08-19.

Franchisor disclosures

Cartridge World Australia’s own answers to the mandatory Register disclosure questions, a starting point for your due diligence.

Serious offence conviction (last 10 yrs)No
Civil judgment against franchisor (last 5 yrs)No
Bankruptcy / insolvency (last 10 yrs)No
Upfront payment required to applyNo
Franchisor can change the agreementYes
Restricts who you can buy supplies fromNo
Agreement provides for arbitrationYes

Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007832) · captured 2026-08-19.

Franchisor details

Website www.cartridgeworld.com.au

Phone 03 8351 5757

Email hello@cartridgeworld.com.au

Registered office 265/15 Cochranes Road, Moorabbin VIC 3189

View the full ACCC Register profile. Source: ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register (profile FNC-007832) · captured 2026-08-19.

This information is based on material published by the relevant franchisor on the Franchise Disclosure Register. It does not negate the need to undertake necessary due diligence including seeking independent professional advice if considering entering into a franchise agreement.

Available territories

Territory availability
StateRegionStatusAs at
AdelaideSouth AustraliarecruitingJuly 2026
MelbourneVictoriarecruitingJuly 2026

Frequently asked questions

How much does a Cartridge World Australia franchise cost?

A Cartridge World Australia franchise requires a total investment of $75,000–$175,000 all-in, including a $25,000 initial fee (Franchisor-published (web): franchiseinsights.com.au).

What are Cartridge World Australia's ongoing fees?

Cartridge World Australia charges a 6% royalty and a 2% marketing levy.

Is Cartridge World Australia on the Franchise Disclosure Register?

Based on FranchiseScope's research, Cartridge World Australia appears on the ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register. We recommend confirming the current entry yourself at franchisedisclosure.gov.au before relying on it.