Cleaning

A record-breaking 2149 people completed CrestClean’s various training programmes in 2023. This impressive number represents a significant increase compared to previous years, highlighting franchisees’ commitment to upskilling and providing exceptional service to their customers. General Manager of Training, Liezl Foxcroft, says that making training programmes as accessible as possible was a key factor in the

Kiwis, it’s time to take more care in our recycling efforts. Now that February 1 has come and gone, recycling rules are now standardised across the country. This means every New Zealander has the same set of rules for what can and cannot be thrown in their kerbside recycling bin. The Government initiative is set

Rachelle and her team started cleaning Kapiti Day Hospital in late 2023. In just a few short months, Rachelle was recognised by the hospital’s CEO, Kate Wang, for her willingness to go above and beyond. Describing Rachelle as friendly, flexible and helpful, Kate expressed that she would be happy to see Rachelle stay on permanently.

Woo-Sung Lee, a master of the golf course and the Taekwondo mat, recently showcased his golfing prowess with a hole in one at Tauranga Golf Course. This marks the second time Woo-Sung has aced a hole, but the first to be officially recorded. He achieved his first hole in one during a friendly game at

Cesar Rogacion and his basketball team are back on the court sporting CrestClean colours at this year’s tournament. As the coach and a player on the team, Cesar is actively involved in managing the team both on and off the court. The tournament is an annual gathering of the Filipino community. This year, all games

South Canterbury ‘Cleanest Classroom’ winners went out with a bang at the end of the 2023 school year as they were rewarded with pizza and treats for their hard work. The CrestClean Cleanest Classroom programme is run in many primary and intermediate schools serviced by CrestClean franchisees. The aim is to encourage students to take

It was sweet treats all-round for Whangaparāoa Primary School as they celebrated their 121st birthday. To make the day extra special for her customers, North Harbour Business Development Manager, Rachel Kumar, baked a red velvet cake for the school’s staff and a whopping 850 chocolate cupcakes for the students. “As our son attends this school,

When Fiza Rahiman was made redundant, he made the life-changing decision to use the redundancy money to buy a CrestClean franchise. 15 years later, Fiza’s investment has seen him become a successful business owner with plenty to be proud of. “I was planning to get into a business and, for me, at that moment, it

Krishn and Sangeeta Adhar ticked off another significant milestone last October when they received their 10-Year Long Service Award. There to present Krishn with the award was long-standing customer and Principal of Goodwood School, David Graham. David considers Krishn a valued member of the Goodwood School team. After almost seven years cleaning for the school,

Garin College school staff took a break from routine to enjoy a morning tea shout, arranged by Nelson Regional Master Franchisee, Barbara de Vries. The club sandwiches, carrot cake and blondie slice were an expression of gratitude for their 10 solid years of support.   Although Barbara couldn’t be there to share in the occasion,

Going the extra mile comes naturally to Bernard Rivera. For the staff at Tavendale and Partners law firm in Ashburton, Bernard’s friendliness lights up their day. Bernard and his team look after the Client Centre for Tavendale and Partners, which offers meeting spaces to the local community free of charge. Wendy, the Client Centre Manager,

Pinakin Patel and his wife, Falguniben Patel, celebrated 20 years’ long service with CrestClean last October. In his time with CrestClean, Pinakin has worn many hats, including Franchisee, Floor Trainer, Regional Trainer and now, Tauranga Operations Manager. Pinakin came to New Zealand with an accounting degree under his belt. After trying out various jobs here,