Austral Facility Services (AFS) is thrilled to announce a new partnership with the Australian Boarding Schools Association (ABSA), set to enhance boarding school environments nationwide.

Our organisation was selected as ABSA’s facility services partner of choice thanks to our Cleaning Accountability Framework (CAF) 3 Star prequalification and ISO accreditations in Quality, Safety, and Environment. These credentials instil boarding school providers with confidence that we maintain the highest standards, protecting both places and people.

With more than 20 years of experience across various industries, including education, we have a proven track record of delivering reliable cleaning and facility services to high-traffic environments and learning institutions. Our commitment to eco-friendly, hospital-grade cleaning products ensures a safe and healthy environment for students and staff.

CEO James Holder expressed his pride in joining ABSA’s distinguished network of national suppliers.

“We are proud to have secured this partnership, and we know we can provide the services that will help make boarding a great experience,” he said.

“To have the association [ABSA] back us through this partnership will help us provide these services in new parts of the country.

“That’s what we want, helping to ensure students right around Australia get the most from their school experience. If we can do that by making their living arrangements as clean, safe, and comfortable as we possibly can, then that’s something we should all be really proud of.”

AFS offers specialised services for boarding dormitories, including deep cleaning of shared spaces, bed-making, and laundry services, while ensuring all staff are fully vetted and trained in child protection and safety protocols. Our integrated approach provides value-added services, allowing schools to consolidate their facility needs with a single trusted provider.

Through transparent reporting and communication, we commit to keeping school administrations informed about cleaning activities, fostering trust and accountability.

We are excited about the positive impact this partnership offers ABSA member institutions, creating clean, safe, and inspiring environments for students nationwide.