Remi
THE NEXT GENERATION of
the Cleanstar Journey
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It
started with curiosity, now it has turned into something real
We’re proud to introduce Remi, the daughter of Garth and Lisa, who has recently joined the Cleanstar team and officially begun her own journey within the family business.
Growing up surrounded by Cleanstar, Remi witnessed firsthand the dedication, passion and hard work that built the company into what it is today. As she shares;
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I was always surrounded by the business, watching my parents work hard, solve problems, and build something meaningful.
What began as childhood curiosity quickly became something much deeper. I used to come into the office as a kid and pretend to answer calls, like I was already part of the team. In a way, I guess I always wanted to be.”
Now, that childhood connection has become reality. A few months into her role at Cleanstar, Remi is embracing every opportunity to learn, grow, and contribute wherever she can.
For Remi, this journey also carries a deeply personal meaning. and the family.
Continuing a legacy connected to her grandfather “Dedo Con,” represents an important milestone for both her and the family. “It means a lot to me to continue something my grandpa was part of carrying forward, a legacy that means so much to our family.” With enthusiasm, fresh perspective, and genuine passion for the industry, Remi is excited for what lies ahead.
“I’m grateful for the opportunity and looking forward to what’s ahead. I’m eager to keep building something I have believed in for a long time, now with a whole new perspective.”
We’re excited to officially welcome Remi to the Cleanstar journey and look forward to the future ahead.
Celebrating 20 Years
As Cleanstar celebrate 20 years in business, we are taking a moment to reflect on where we started, how far we have come and what is next.
Global Wins and What’s Coming Next
Cleanstar began around the kitchen table, built by Garth and Lisa Michalson with a young family, a simple idea and the courage to take a chance. Over the past two decades, the business has grown steadily, supported by family, a loyal team, trusted suppliers and long-standing distributor partnerships.
Today Cleanstar is proud to be an Australian-owned business supplying the professional cleaning, hygiene, restoration and wholesale industries. Our focus has always remained the same: to support our distributors, introduce products that solve real problems and continue bringing innovation to the Australian market.
Official DRYFT Partner (Exclusive Partner)
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Wins Overall Innovation Award 2026 DRYFT
Big Wins at InterClean Amsterdam 2026
Award-winning innovation meets what’s next.
At InterClean Amsterdam 2026, the world’s leading cleaning and hygiene trade show, two major highlights stood out for Cleanstar and the future of professional cleaning:
The judges recognised DRYFT for its ergonomic design, strong cleaning performance, productivity benefits and its potential to make a meaningful impact across the professional cleaning industry.
For Cleanstar, this win reinforces what we already believe: DRYFT is changing the way hard floor cleaning is done. Compact, agile and designed to reduce strain on operators, DRYFT is built for modern cleaning teams that need smarter, faster and more effective solutions.
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Launching Soon... ACTIV8 STICK
Our patented, world-first ACTIV8 has been upgraded. The new ACTIV8 STICK was showcased at InterClean Amsterdam and is set to launch later this year.
Designed to bring improved performance and smarter usability to commercial cleaning, the ACTIV8 STICK takes an already innovative concept and makes it even more practical for everyday use.
This next generation model is ideal for professional cleaners looking for fast, efficient carpet maintenance without the complexity of bulky equipment. Innovation is not coming. It is already here.
RIA Meeting held at Cleanstar XPOWER x
Recently, we were proud to host the RIA 2026 State Meeting at our premises, bringing industry professionals together for discussion, connection and shared insight.
The restoration and cleaning industries continue to evolve quickly and meetings like this are an important opportunity to learn, collaborate and stay connected with what is happening in the market.
XPOWER was pleased to welcome everyone to Cleanstar and support conversations that help move the industry forward.
