Hawke’s Bay Featured

Students in Room 3 at Te Awa School recently enjoyed a pizza lunch for being the cleanest classroom in term two. Hawke’s Bay franchise owners Ankush and Mandeep were impressed that such young students were so committed to looking after their learning environment. Their consistent efforts made them the obvious choice for the term’s Cleanest

On Saturday, the 15th and final Regional Team Meeting (RTM) for 2024 concluded in Auckland with over 300 franchise owners in attendance. The RTM tour wrapped up on a positive note, with franchisees displaying high levels of engagement and optimism. CrestClean Managing Director, Grant McLauchlan says the 2024 round of Regional Team Meetings was the

CrestClean and Alsco have been working together since 2016 in a successful partnership that ultimately benefits their customers. Alsco has locations throughout New Zealand and around the world, providing a wide range of essential supplies, including uniforms, consumables, floor mats, linens, hygiene products, and even first-aid equipment to various industries. The strong connection between CrestClean

CrestClean Master Franchisees Tim O’Leary from Hawkes Bay and Jan Lichtwark from Tauranga recently attended the General Practice Conference and Medical Exhibition (GPCME), held at the Energy Events Centre in Rotorua. This marked CrestClean’s third year participating in the GPCME. The event provided GPs, Practice Nurses, and Practice Managers with insights into medical innovations and

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

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

CrestClean’s Royce and Hannah Park are excited to have been awarded ‘Franchisee of the Year – Business to Business’ in the Westpac New Zealand Franchise Awards. The prestigious award was presented at a gala dinner in Auckland on Saturday 11th November and recognises excellence in growing