Auckland East

CrestClean has once again passed its Toitū Enviromark Diamond audit, marking the third year in a row we’ve achieved New Zealand’s highest level of environmental certification. This year’s result is especially pleasing, with zero corrective actions raised during the audit. The results highlight CrestClean’s robust Health, Safety and Environmental Management System (HSEMS) and commitment to

We’ve wrapped up another round of Regional Team Meetings, with CrestClean CEO Grant McLauchlan and General Manager Sam Lewis travelling across the country to catch up with franchise owners and support staff in every region. At each meeting, Grant and Sam discussed the opportunities and challenges ahead and shared a positive outlook for the future.

One of the biggest reasons CrestClean delivers such consistently high standards comes down to the fact that our franchisees are owner-operators. They’re not just turning up to do a job, they’re running their own business, and every result has their name on it. That ownership shapes how they approach their work. Because it’s their own

Neverland Studios is one of Auckland’s most iconic dance schools, offering high-quality training across six dance genres. Since opening in 1992, it has supported thousands of dancers across the region and built a strong community around its programmes. Today, Neverland Studios operates from two branches, one on Auckland’s North Shore and another in Pakuranga, East

CrestClean is more than a cleaning company – it’s a community of over 2,300 people from 59 different nationalities. That diversity brings great strength… and big responsibility. The cleaning industry has unfortunately seen its share of rogue operators who exploit people striving for a better life. At CrestClean, ethics aren’t just about ticking boxes they’re

Cleanliness is often taken for granted, but its impact on our economy, our health, and our everyday lives is anything but invisible. Every day, the cleaning industry quietly supports essential sectors such as healthcare, education, tourism, hospitality, and retail, keeping workplaces and public spaces safe and clean. In 2023, New Zealand’s cleaning industry contributed around

In today’s business environment, procurement teams face growing pressure to deliver cost savings while also meeting expectations around social responsibility, risk management and environmental sustainability. Cleaning contracts often sit at the intersection of all three. Economic pressures, combined with a limited understanding of the true cost of professional cleaning have contributed to prices being driven

Until recently, floors haven’t received much attention in healthcare cleaning. They aren’t typically considered “high touch surfaces,” so their role in infection prevention has often been underestimated. That perception is changing. New research highlighted at the recent ISSA panel discussion Reducing Pathogen Risks from the Ground Up revealed just how critical proper floorcare is in

“Above and beyond.” “The extra mile.” These are the words we hear time and time again from our customers when they talk about their CrestClean teams. Across New Zealand, CrestClean franchisees are quietly doing more than what’s written in their schedule of duties. From schools and healthcare sites to offices and manufacturing environments, CrestClean teams

Foster Hope is a nationwide charity that collects new, unwrapped Christmas gifts for children in care across New Zealand, helping vulnerable children feel supported during the festive season. Sadly, Christmas is a particularly busy time for child protection services, with many children entering emergency care due to abuse, neglect, or crisis situations. Foster Hope’s goal

Keeping our nationwide franchise network safe and compliant is a top priority – and vehicle audits play a key role in making that happen. These six-monthly checks are a mandatory part of the franchise agreement, helping ensure teams are safe and vehicles meet all regulations. Franchise Compliance Executive Olivia McArthur recently stepped up to manage

As part of the 30th anniversary celebrations of the Westpac New Zealand Franchise Awards, long-serving franchisees from across the country were recognised for their exceptional commitment and longevity within their franchise systems. Among those honoured at the gala dinner were five of CrestClean’s longest-serving franchise teams whose loyalty, and hard work have been instrumental to