During the peak O-Week period in July 2025, our Cirka team successfully delivered over 1000 departure cleans across six UniLodge properties in Brisbane, including 576 rooms at UniLodge Park Central. This is a project that happens twice per year for Cirka within our student accommodation portfolio and requires significant pre-planning and resources. To enable us … Read more
We were proud to be part of this year’s TEFMA Conference, where leaders in facilities management for educational institutions gathered to share ideas, challenges, and opportunities for colleges and universities across Australia. This year, our Executive General Manager of Client Service & Delivery, Marc Fitcher, presented alongside Dominic Marafioti and Lauren McAleer from the University … Read more
We are proud to recognise the outstanding efforts of our cleaning team at the University of South Australia – Mawson Lakes Campus during the recent Open Day Weekend. Thanks to their hard work and dedication, the campus was perfectly prepared for both the event and for welcoming new students as they begin their academic journey. … Read more
Last Saturday, we successfully held Supervisor Day in South Australia, bringing together 25 dedicated team members to refresh their knowledge in key topics related to their roles via shared learning, collaboration, and alignment with our values. Throughout the day, our supervisors focused on key areas, including the Cirka Values in action, role expectations, recording feedback, … Read more
NAIDOC Week 2025 presents an opportunity to celebrate 50 years of honouring and uplifting Indigenous voices, culture, and resilience. The theme, “The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy,” recognises not only the legacy of our ancestors’ past achievements but also the bright future ahead, driven by the strength and vision of young leaders and communities. … Read more
We are incredibly proud to celebrate Jidi, our talented housekeeping supervisor at Essence Chermside, whose exceptional skills are unmatched, especially regarding the art and challenge of bedmaking. Her dedication and excellence haven’t gone unnoticed by us, the hotel staff and its visitors. In fact, Jidi is featured on the hotel’s guest welcome TV channel, representing … Read more
Our Melbourne and SA teams came together this week to participate in Cirka’s Cultural Learning Strategy, which includes our commitment to understanding and embracing First Nations peoples and how we can be an ally across our business. The session provided valuable insights into Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander cultures, the significance of this important week, … Read more
In alignment with this year’s National Reconciliation Week theme, “Bridging Now to Next,” we want to reaffirm our commitment to the reconciliation journey. At Cirka, this is an ideal opportunity for all of us to explore our shared histories, cultures, and achievements and to learn how we can actively contribute to reconciliation in Australia. This … Read more
Last month, the Melbourne Showgrounds hosted Amway’s 30th anniversary, a major celebration featuring a 2,500-seat conference in the Exhibition Pavilion, a Gala Dinner in the Grand Pavilion, and a spectacular light show in the Main Arena. Six large-scale events took place every four days throughout the month. Each required a complete pre-clean, on-the-ground support during … Read more
Happy Harmony Week! This week, Cirka took the time to celebrate diversity, recognising our role in fostering a workplace culture of respect and belonging. On Tuesday, our Melbourne office hosted a multicultural lunch, where staff members brought dishes from their different cultures to share. We enjoyed foods from various countries, including Colombia, Vietnam, Japan, Malta … Read more