Bay of Plenty Regional News News

  • Globetrotting planned to celebrate...

    Rakesh Bhan credits his strong Christian faith and some divine intervention for paving the way when he fled Fiji with his wife and young daughter as civil unrest gripped the Pacific island nation. The family came to New Zealand 2001 and now 16 years on life has never been better, says Rakesh

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  • He’s a polished performer...

    Jan Lichtwark’s a picture of concentration on his test drive.

    Jan Lichtwark’s more at home behind the wheel of his beloved Holden Colorado with the powerful grunt of a 2.8 turbo motor under the bonnet and its sleek lines oozing style and sophistication. But Crest’s Tauranga Regional Manager was happy to drop down a gear and swap seats to take the

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  • Upskilling’s a key part...

    These Tauranga franchisees are all clued up on the latest in hard floor care after attending the upskilling course. With their machines are Neville Hall, Malcolm Brown, Rohit Chawla and Devidas Unni.

    CrestClean’s franchisees know the value of keeping their skills up to date. To stay at the top of their game it’s important to upskill and be aware of the latest techniques to ensure the best job possible is carried out for customers. Tauranga franchisees have been mastering new skills to

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  • Skills Development keeps us...

    Chris Chapman had plenty of advice and tips for franchisees in Tauranga.

    Being tuned in to the changing needs of our customers and working with new health and safety regulations were among key points driven home at a Skills Development Course held recently in Tauranga. CrestClean’s National Quality/Training Manager Chris Chapman stressed the importance of keeping upskilled. “Once you put on your

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  • Tauranga Team Meets New...

    As CrestClean continues to grow, new people are joining the business at all the times, in all the regions. Jason Cheng recently moved from Auckland to Hamilton to take on the role of Quality Assurance Co-ordinator for Waikato and Bay of Plenty. Jason is one of several company officers throughout

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  • CrestClean Rides High at...

    For 54 years, bronc riders, ropers, barrel racers, and other cowboys have gathered at what’s now being called the “CrestClean Opotiki Rodeo,” thanks to Whakatane franchisees Geoff and Di Price. This entrepreneurial CrestClean team, with support from the greater Crest company, have undertaken sponsorship of the popular local event for

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  • School Holidays are a...

    It’s the day before for the new term at Te Puke High School and Principal Alan Liddle says having CrestClean do a special Term Clean of every block makes a difference for returning staff and students. “Oh certainly, the school feels different after a Term Clean,” he says. “It’s one

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  • NZ Golfing Pro Awarded...

    Tauranga CrestClean franchisees and their families gathered for their annual Christmas party at Kwang Chow in Mount Maunganui. The rainy day was brightened by an all-you-can-eat Chinese food feast and the good company of a great team. Franchisees, friends and family were able to mingle among several tables, catching up

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  • Experienced Quality Assurance manager...

    Jason Cheng is CrestClean’s new Operations Co-ordinator for Bay of Plenty and Waikato regions, which includes Hamilton, Tauranga, Rotorua, Taupo and Whakatane. This role requires Jason to undertake quality audits, assist with implementing new contracts and be a guiding force for franchisees new to the business. Crest has similar co-ordinators

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  • Beautiful Christmas Party at...

    Rotorua, Taupo and Whakatane CrestClean franchisees and their families gathered together to celebrate the holiday season and the end of a busy, productive year on Saturday the 13th of December. The party was held at the beautiful Hamurana Springs Reserve, on the north shore of Lake Rotorua and nearly 90

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