These The Local Guys figures are illustrative — modelled from category fee benchmarks, not taken from a verified disclosure document. This profile hasn't been matched to a current ACCC Franchise Disclosure Register entry, so it is excluded from search indexing until real data is confirmed. Always verify directly before making any decision. See our data sources & methodology.
How much does a The Local Guys franchise cost?
Last verified July 2026 · source: Franchisor-published (web): https://thelocalguys.com.au/franchise/ (franchisor-published).
Full cost breakdown
| Initial franchise fee | $25,000 |
| Fit-out & equipment | Not published |
| Working capital | Not published |
| Total investment (all-in) | Not published |
Establishment range includes working capital. Where a franchisor’s published range excludes it, we publish our computed all-in figure and note the difference.
Ongoing fees vs the category
| Fee | The Local Guys | Category median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royalty (% gross sales) | Fixed fee | 7.5% | not a % fee |
| Marketing levy (% gross sales) | None / fixed | 2.0% | not a % fee |
Medians from the B2B Services Fee Index. See methodology.
What that buys you
The $25,000 initial fee covers your licence to operate under the The Local Guys system, initial training and brand onboarding.
Estimate your cost
Indicative only — initial fee $25,000 + fit-out $0 + working capital $0. Confirm the exact figure in the disclosure document.
Cost questions
What is the cheapest way into a The Local Guys franchise?
A resale of an existing site can sometimes reduce fit-out cost versus a greenfield build, but pricing depends on the site — compare both before committing.
Is a The Local Guys resale cheaper than a new site?
Not always. A resale removes some fit-out and ramp-up cost but adds goodwill in the sale price. New sites carry the full fit-out cost but start with no goodwill premium.
What hidden costs should I budget for?
Beyond the initial fee and fit-out, budget working capital for wages, stock and rent before the site is cash-flow positive. Any royalty and marketing levy are ongoing, not one-off — confirm the current rates with the franchisor.
Do I get a refund during cooling-off?
Under the Franchising Code 2025 you have a 14-day cooling-off period after signing or making a non-refundable payment. If you exercise it, the franchisor must repay amounts paid, less reasonable expenses — this is a statutory right, not a franchisor concession.