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CrestClean’s Auckland West Master Franchisee, Caro Wedding, and North Harbour Master Franchisee, Neil Kumar, recently attended conferences for the Waitākere Area Principals’ Association (WAPA) and North Shore Principals’ Association (NSPA). As proud sponsors of WAPA and NSPA for many years, Caro and Neil used this opportunity to connect with leadership teams from Waitākere and North

Auckland West franchise owners, Swaran and Satish Kumar recently celebrated seven years with CrestClean. There to present them with their Long Service Award were their earliest customers, Nicky Craig and Lucas Burn from the West Auckland law firm, Davenports West Lawyers. Given the sensitive nature of a law firm’s work, the Kumars prioritise discretion. Lucas,

CrestClean takes health and safety seriously, and that commitment extends to ensuring all franchisee vehicles meet specific criteria.  Health Safety and Wellbeing Leader, Ian Noon, has been diligently conducting audits to ensure all 740 vehicles meet the company’s high standards – and he’s doing it twice a year! Ian’s commitment has taken him across the

As winter approaches, offices and workplaces become busier as staff spend more time indoors. While carpets add warmth and aesthetic appeal to commercial spaces, they can also host a range of allergens, bacteria, and contaminants that may affect indoor air quality and the overall appearance of the space. Regular carpet cleaning, versus ‘spot cleaning’, is

Balancing work and family can be tough, but Irene Abalajen found a way to prioritise both by taking a leap into entrepreneurship. After four years working at a Catholic Parish, Irene sought a career change that would allow her more flexibility. In December 2018, she found the ideal fit with a CrestClean franchise. Five years

The recent tree planting at Rutherford Primary School shows how even small actions can have a big impact. It all started when CrestClean’s Thang Hlawnceu who cleans the school noticed there was a significant amount of waste in each classroom. Each classroom had three different rubbish bins, with no waste separation or recycling system in

Homes of Hope is a non-profit organisation in Tauranga that offers safe, nurturing homes for children who have experienced trauma and other services such as Child Centred Play Therapy, whānau support, parenting support and supervised access. The therapeutic foster care model means siblings can stay together in a stable home for as long as needed.

The Ministry of Education (MoE) has outlined strict expectations regarding acceptable cleaning chemicals in Early Childhood Education (ECE) centres. While Public Health recommends bleach-based disinfectants to combat pathogens in ECE environments, the MoE recognises the drawbacks of using bleach. It doesn’t effectively kill certain germs like giardia and cryptosporidium and can produce strong fumes that

Centralised rubbish bins replace individual desk bins with a designated waste station. This simple yet impactful approach to waste management in businesses and schools encourages proper waste separation and streamlines recycling initiatives. CrestClean’s Auckland West Regional Master Franchisee, Caroline Wedding, has been leading the charge in highlighting the benefits of implementing centralised rubbish bin systems

Healthcare facilities are in a constant battle against Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAIs) and the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance. At CrestClean, we understand the critical role that meticulous cleaning plays in creating safe environments for healthcare professionals, patients, and visitors. Healthcare facilities treat a wide range of patients with many different medical conditions. CrestClean helps prevent

The recent Master Cleaners Training Institute (MCTI) Conference at Auckland’s Jet Park Hotel brought together senior trainers from across the country. General Manager of Training, Liezl Foxcroft, says the conference is a crucial annual event to boost motivation and plan for the year ahead. “We always have this conference at the beginning of the year,

Falling from height was the second most common cause of workplace fatalities in New Zealand in 2023, which makes working at height a relevant talking point for the year ahead. One fall is too many. At CrestClean, we recognise the severe consequences of compromising safety, especially when it comes to working at height. Our commitment