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ISSA/Interclean 2012

The world's largest cleaning show, ISSA/Interclean 2012, was held 8 to 11 May at Amsterdam's RAI. This exhibition, held every two years, grows and grows.

May 6, 2012

Photos: 81

CCWA Suppliers Showcase 2012

Mar 15, 2012

Photos: 18

BSCAA NSW public liability forum

The Building Service Contractors Association of NSW held a 'Public Liability indemnity clauses: what is your exposure?' discussion forum at the Roseville Golf Club, Sydney. Guest speakers were CRM Brokers' Damien Coorey, Workplace Advisory Group's Mark Diamond and A R Connolly & Company's Liz Ramsay. They presented their views on the exposure many contract cleaners face with the current drafting of insurance clauses. Discussion was then opened to the floor.

Mar 13, 2012

Photos: 8

Hako 2012 Conference

The Hako Australia 2012 distributor conference was held on the 24th and 25th February at Rydges Parramatta (NSW) and at the company's new Silverwater facility. Themed 'Embrace Change, Evolve, Involve, Resolve', the event covered Hako's strategic plans; Rotobic's future; Hako IEC; marketing plans; interactive demonstrations; and dealer awards. Distributor execs from all states and territories attended.

Feb 24, 2012

Photos: 39

Aussie Pumps' Clean & Green

Australian Pump Industries (API) held a 'Clean & Green' seminar at the Crowne Plaza, Baulkham Hills (Sydney). The keynote speaker was Hydro Tek export director David Sholson who was visiting from his California head office. His key message was environmental protection authorities are flexing their waste water capture enforcement muscles... and that means service providers need to invest in equipment designed and built to meet that need.

Feb 15, 2012

Photos: 9

BSCAA QLD Excellence Awards 2011

The Building Service Contractors Association of Australia Queensland branch held its annual Excellence Awards on Friday 18th November at The Cricketers Club, Brisbane.

Nov 19, 2011

Photos: 20

2011 BSCAA NSW Excellence Awards

Oct 20, 2011

Photos: 16

RapidClean 2011 Conference

The RapidClean 2011 Conference was held at Melbourne's Parkview Hotel on the 13 and 14 October. Attended by members and supplier members, the Conference comprised a board meeting, seminars, supplier sessions and social events.

Oct 13, 2011

Photos: 24

INCLEAN AWARDS 2011

Sep 29, 2011

Photos: 7

AUSCLEAN 2011 technology

The AUSCLEAN Convention 2011 event was complemented with co-located seminars and workshops. On Monday 26 September, Lennox Institute held a Women in Cleaning Management and an Introduction to Forensic Cleaning seminars. Lennox facilitator Paul Morrall conducted the Women in Cleaning Management workshop while Bug Control's managing director Judy Forrest presented the Forensic Cleaning workshop.

Sep 26, 2011

Photos: 67

INCLEAN Award 2011 Judges

Sep 22, 2011

Photos: 2

Chemical Management Systems' national conference

Capitalising on individual members’ specific industry expertise is integral to Chemical Management Systems’ (CMS) ethos. That was a key message imparted at the buying group’s first national conference, which was held late August in the Melbourne Airport Convention Centre.

Sep 7, 2011

Photos: 8

NCSA AGM 2011

The National Cleaning Suppliers Association held its national and NSW annual general meetings at Rydges, Rosehill (Sydney). Gerry Goldberg was re-elected national president while Paul Morrall was elected NSW president.

Aug 24, 2011

Photos: 5

3M Australia Scotchgard Launch

Attendees from various industries enjoy a light lunch, presentation and demonstration of 3M's new scotchgard technology for sustainable and cost-effective stone and vinyl floors.

Aug 10, 2011

Photos: 14

BSCAA NSW Forum for the Singapore Government Delegation

The Building Service Contractors Association of Australia NSW branch organised and hosted a group of Singapore executives to a 'learn about the Australian cleaning industry' seminar at Royal Randwick, Sydney. BSCAA executive director Barbara Connolly arranged the busy and educational program and liaised with Singapore's National Environment Agency, which led the group. The Singaporeans included contractors and government officers.

Jul 21, 2011

Photos: 14

BSCAA NSW 2011 AGM

Jul 8, 2011

Photos: 8

Pulire 2011

Pulire Italy 2011 opened on 25 May at its regular home at the Veronafiere. A three day event, it again brought new technology and innovation.

May 25, 2011

Photos: 73

CleanLink 2011

The CleanLink 2011 conference was held 4, 5 and 6 April at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre and hosted by NUCCRA. On the Monday evening, IICRC hosted a welcome drinks (and tapas) at the Hilton Southwharf.

Apr 4, 2011

Photos: 27

Diploma in Management for Women

Lennox Institute, in conjunction with the CPSISC, is conducting diploma in management courses that 'equate' to level 5 training. INCLEAN spent time at the Diploma in Management for Women group at the North Ryde RSL, Sydney. The management students attend face-to-face training one day per calendar month, complemented with project portfolio and case study work. These diploma courses are a first for the Australian cleaning industry.

Mar 9, 2011

Photos: 6

NCSA NSW breakfast meeting

The National Cleaning Suppliers Association NSW branch held a breakfast meeting at Rydges, Rosehill. Guest speaker was Resi CEO Lisa Montgomery who spoke on 'How to not only survive, but thrive in a downturn'. She gave many valuable management tips on how to better position an organisation in tough times.

Mar 9, 2011

Photos: 5

Macquarie University Hospital

Owned and operated by Sydney's Macquarie University, the Macquarie University Hospital is a lesson in how healthcare sites should maintain eternal vigilence against hospital acquired infections (HAIs).

Mar 8, 2011

Photos: 15

WFBSC Congress 2011

The World Federation of Building Service Contractors held its Congress 2011 in Auckland, New Zealand

Feb 2, 2011

Photos: 22

BSCAA NSW Excellence Awards

With a strong turn out from both contractor and supplier ranks, the Building Service Contractors Association of NSW ‘s AustralianSuper Excellence Awards 2010 luncheon was an event dedicated to recognising the vital role played by cleaners and supervisors/leading hands. “To all the cleaners in the room today, this is your day,” stated BSCAA NSW president Terry Corby.

Oct 28, 2010

Photos: 10

Kerrick's grand opening

Kerrick Australia held a 'grand opening' for its impressive new Sydney head office facility. Pre-dinner drinks were followed by dinner and entertainment. As well as the Kerrick Australia and New Zealand 'family', also attending were valued international suppliers and local re-sellers and end-users.

Oct 15, 2010

Photos: 13

RapidClean 2010 conference

RapidClean held its 2010 annual general meeting and conference was held at the Hyatt Regency Coolum, Queensland on 8 and 9 October.

Oct 8, 2010

Photos: 19

AUSCLEAN 2010: Day 2

Sep 29, 2010

Photos: 26

AUSCLEAN 2010

AUSCLEAN 2010 took place at the Grand Pavilion, Rosehill Gardens, Sydney on 27 & 28 September. With an emphasis on hygiene, health and sustainability, the event comprised an exhibition (more than 60 exhibitors) and a comprehensive seminar program.

Sep 27, 2010

Photos: 59

BSCAA NSW annual general meeting

The Building Service Contractors' Association of New South Wales held its annual general meeting at Dooleys, Silverwater, Sydney.

Aug 12, 2010

Photos: 5

NCSA 2010 AGM

At an annual general meeting held early August at Old Government House, Parramatta Park, Sydney, the National Cleaning Suppliers’ Association held its national and NSW annual general meetings.

Aug 11, 2010

Photos: 4

Deb Australia's Global Launch

Deb Australia launched its new Global Product Range nationally in July. INCLEAN attended the Sydney event, held at Waterview in Bicentennial Park, Sydney Olympic Park.

Jul 14, 2010

Photos: 12

AUSCLEAN industry briefing

Interpoint held an industry briefing 'on site' for the upcoming AUSCLEAN incorporating bsm.expo to be held at the Grand Pavilion, Rosehill Gardens, Sydney on 27 and 28 September 2010. The briefing, which was attended by senior industry executives, was addressed by Interpoint managing director Simon Cooper, INCLEAN editor Alan Hardcastle and public relations 'guru' Michael Parkinson. Those attending were most impressed with the excellent exhibition and conference facilities.

Jul 7, 2010

Photos: 10

Network Restorers 2010

The Network Group - Restorers and Glaziers - held its annual conference on the 28 and 29 April in Sydney.

May 28, 2010

Photos: 19

ISSA/Interclean 2010

ISSA/Interclean 2010 opened its doors on 26th April. A four day bi-annual exhibition and conference, it was held at the RAI, Amsterdam.

Apr 26, 2010

Photos: 34

BSCAA NSW March lunch

The Building Service Contractors' Association of Australia NSW branch held its March lunch meeting at the Ryde-Parramatta Golf Club, Sydney. The rules keep changing on a number of critical management fronts including OH&S, superannuation and training. Attendees at the meeting were brought up-to-date on those changes by expert speakers including Norine Cruse, David Horscroft and Elaine Torode.

Mar 25, 2010

Photos: 3

Pulire Asia 2009

Pulire Asia was held at Suntec, Singapore, co-located with the World Toilet Event. The three days, 2 to 4 December, included an exhibition and a conference program.

Dec 2, 2009

Photos: 27

BSCAA NSW's Agar Excellence Awards 09

The Building Service Contractors' Association of Australia New South Wales branch held its Agar Excellence Awards luncheon at Sebel Pier One, Sydney. Some 140 industry executives attended a terrific event that recognised those people working on site. "It's a celebration of our industry," stated host BSCAA NSW president Terry Corby.

Nov 12, 2009

Photos: 16

CleanScene 2009

Sponsored by the National Cleaning Suppliers' Association, CleanScene Expo was held at the Sydney Showground, Sydney Olympic Park from 27 to 29 October. It was held in conjunction with the national cleaning & hygiene seminars.

Oct 25, 2009

Photos: 40

US report

INCLEAN'S US correspondent Bill Griffin reports from ISSA Interclean, Chicago.

Oct 23, 2009

Photos: 8

JohnsonDiversey farewells Derek Williamson

JohnsonDiversey farewelled senior executive Derek Williamson after more than 20 years' service to the company and to the cleaning industry. A dinner was held at the Botanic Gardens Restaurant, Sydney, and attended by JD and industry execs.

Sep 30, 2009

Photos: 23

True Blue Chemicals' Elite Distributors conference

True Blue Chemicals held its annual Elite Distributors conference at the Novotel, Brighton-le-Sands (Sydney)

Sep 25, 2009

Photos: 16

Advantage Group

Western Australia's Advantage Group held its annual general meeting in Perth. INCLEAN'S Brian Clark attended.

Sep 19, 2009

Photos: 10

Pall Mall's Victor Chang sponsorship launch

Pall Mall Manufacturing held a function at its Sydney head office to launch Glomesh Floor Pad's sponsorship of the Victor Chang Cardiac Institute.

Sep 1, 2009

Photos: 9

Green Clean Supervisor Training

The Green Clean Supervisor Training courses being delivered by Bridget Gardner of Fresh Green Clean have been designed to educate those with on-site responsibilities on key green cleaning issues.

Aug 13, 2009

Photos: 6

ACCA's WorkCover NSW meeting

The Australian Cleaning Contractor's Association (ACCA) called an industry meeting to discuss issues with WorkCover NSW and subcontracting. More than 40 industry executives including contractors attended the Sydney meeting.

Jul 20, 2009

Photos: 4

BSCAA NSW 09 AGM

The Building Service Contractors' Assocoation of Australia NSW division held its 45 annual general meeting at the Ryde-Parramatta Golf Club, Sydney, on 4th June 2009.

Jun 4, 2009

Photos: 5

Network Restorers

Network Restorers held its conference at the Sofitel Hotel, Gold Coast, Queensland late May. Network supplier PHJ Services (Gold Coast) hosted delegates to a welcoming party at the company's premises. PHJ's Gary Bourke, family and staff made a very warm and generous contribution.

May 28, 2009

Photos: 27

Clean NZ Speakers

May 10, 2009

Photos: 7

Clean NZ Awards

Clean NZ was held 7 and 8 May at Ellerslie Convention Centre.

May 9, 2009

Photos: 3

Clean NZ Stands

May 8, 2009

Photos: 39

Safety In Action, Melbourne

Cleaning industry’s strong presence at Safety In Action The cleaning industry supply segment was well represented at Safety In Action, which was held late March in Melbourne’s Exhibition & Conference Centre. The event, which attracted an attendance of 10,290 qualified trade visitors, incorporated the Melbourne Materials Handling and the Carbon Reduction & Trading Expo. More than 350 exhibitors took part in the show with thousands of solutions in personal protective equipment; height safety and confined space equipment; health and safety management software; safety signage; vehicle safety; electrical safety; materials handling products; renewable energy providers; carbon offset providers; and energy efficient and environment products specialists.

Apr 29, 2009

Photos: 9

BSCAA NSW Excellence Awards

The Building Service Contractors' Association NSW branch held its inaugural Excellence Awards on the 20th November 2008 at the Sebel Pier One. It was a resounding success.

Nov 20, 2008

Photos: 29

Whiteley Corporation 75th anniversary

Industry executives gathered at the International School of Management, Manly, Sydney.

Nov 5, 2008

Photos: 31

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