Kiraig Pty Ltd as trustee for Jovette Trust v Rent the Roo Pty Ltd

Kiraig Pty Ltd, as trustee for the Jovette Trust, alleged that Rent the Roo Pty Ltd engaged in unconscionable conduct and breached the Franchising Code of Conduct by failing to act in good faith. Kiraig also alleged a breach of confidence. The matter was heard by Judge Cameron.

The court was required to determine whether Rent the Roo's conduct constituted unconscionable conduct under the Australian Consumer Law, whether it breached the good faith obligations imposed by the Franchising Code of Conduct, and whether there was a breach of confidence. A further issue was whether an option to renew the contract was void for uncertainty.

Judge Cameron found that Rent the Roo had not engaged in unconscionable conduct or breached the Franchising Code of Conduct. The court determined that the option to renew the contract was not void for uncertainty, as its terms were sufficiently ascertainable. The claim for breach of confidence was also dismissed.

The proceedings were dismissed, and Kiraig Pty Ltd was ordered to pay Rent the Roo Pty Ltd's costs.