franchise information

Paper Plus Group is a three brand co-operative franchise business model consisting of Paper Plus, Take Note and Office Spot. Both Paper Plus and Take Note brands retail books, stationery, cards, magazines and giftware. Office Spot specialises in home office and business supplies. Paper Plus Group is proud to be a New Zealand owned and operated company

"Our business purpose is to build the wealth of our shareholders and members by retailing a unique and exciting mix of stationery, books, magazines, cards and gift solutions in a modern, welcoming shopping environment."

Very few retail chains can match the past performance and rapid growth of the Paper Plus Group. Our plans for expansion are based on solid trading results which will create more jobs for New Zealanders.

Paper Plus Group is committed to remaining a vibrant & integral part of the New Zealand retail scene. Definitely an organisation on the move, Paper Plus Group is the largest stationery and books franchise system in Australasia. Today, the Paper Plus Group has grown to 167 member stores nationwide with a combined sales turnover approaching $200 million a year and it’s still growing. The culture of the Paper Plus Group is based around a co-operative with the values of franchise systems and support in place, to assist franchisee’s businesses.

In recent years, the Paper Plus Stores have taken the high ground in stationery and book retailing and has become a highly visible household name throughout New Zealand. The Paper Plus chain is well represented throughout New Zealand and includes a strong presence in both city and provincial centres.

The high profile the Paper Plus brand enjoys nationwide, has again been clearly demonstrated in recent independent research which indicates high brand awareness from 83% of respondents, as against all other competitors. This will continue to be reinforced as the network grows and the vigorous brand marketing activities are maintained. Paper Plus stores are strong participants within the biggest loyalty program in New Zealand – Fly Buys. This offers Paper Plus stores a huge competitive advantage in the market.

Paper Plus Stores are recognised as being a highly desirable tenant in high profile retail areas with the popularity of stores in the stationery and book trade being well accepted.

For further information please visit www.paperplus.co.nz

There are locations around the country that currently do not have a Paper Plus store and offer a great opportunity for potential franchisees

Take Note has been an important part of local communities for many years, offering personalised service, delivering customers essential services along with a great range of books, stationery and gift ideas.

Take Note has 60 stores throughout New Zealand - all locally owned and operated. A number of the stores have a full NZ Post agency and may incorporate Kiwi Bank services and Lotto

The Take Note brand is defined as a local store, convenient and offering “local solutions” to their community. These stores tailor ranges and special offers to suit their local demographic and community profile, which is different around the country. 

Take Note stores belong to the highly successful AA Rewards loyalty Programme. One of the biggest loyalty programs in the country.

For further information please visit www.takenote.co.nz

There are opportunities for Take Note stores around New Zealand. Potential franchisees can set up a new store or convert an existing independent store to be part of a local Take Note community focused operation. As a Take Note member you will gain buying and operational benefits by belonging to a major New Zealand retail group

Office Spot is a new brand launched onto the New Zealand market place in October 2007, in a planned chain of 40 in the coming years.  

The launch of Office Spot represents a significant diversification of the company’s business; while Paper Plus focuses on the books, stationery and gift categories, Office Spot will be dedicated to commercial stationery and serving local business, and offers a huge range of paper products, computer accessories and supplies, office furniture, art and craft, writing and organisation products and general office supplies

A simple no frills commercial and home office stationery offer - Office Spot store layouts are designed for simple, easy navigation, and ease of merchandise selection with a focused product range. This will be backed up by a full on line ordering facility to be launched in the future

For further information please visit www.officespot.co.nz

The Office Spot brand currently has a variety of new and existing locations available throughout the country.

Contact and further information

If you wish to seek further information on Paper Plus, Take Note or Office Spot as a business opportunity please contact:

Ian Roberston - Group Franchise Manager
 

Email: Ian.Robertson@paperplus.co.nz

Or by post

Paper Plus Support Office

Building 5│17 Lambie Drive│Manukau 2104│

PO Box 97063│Manukau City, Manukau 2241