Company News & Success Stories

As we closed out December 2025, one thing became increasingly clear: Brisbane businesses are operating in one of the most challenging environments in recent years.

From rising costs to ongoing uncertainty, the “state of play” isn’t defined by a single issue; it’s a combination of pressures hitting businesses all at once. Yet despite this, many local operators are adapting, finding smarter ways to manage costs without compromising on quality.

The Current State of Brisbane Business

According to the Pulse Survey of Business Conditions (December Quarter 2025), there are several key factors shaping the Queensland business landscape and business confidence:

• Persistent inflation and high cost of living

• High interest rates impacting borrowing and investment

• Labour and skills shortages across multiple industries

• Increased

This article introduces the Solutions® 1L Self-Dosing Chemical Concentrates—compact, commercial-grade cleaners designed for convenience, accuracy, and performance. Featuring five of the most popular products from the existing Solutions® 5L and 20L range, these 1L bottles offer the same trusted formulas in a portable format ideal for mobile cleaners, end-users, and resellers. With built-in self-dosing chambers and high dilution yields, the range helps reduce waste, save space, and simplify cleaning without compromising on strength.

Why Choose 1L Self-Dosing Concentrates?

This article explores the growing Right to Repair movement and its importance for sustainability, consumer rights, and reducing e-waste. It highlights how manufacturers are increasingly limiting repair access, contributing to a culture of planned obsolescence and unnecessary waste.

The article explains global and Australian developments in Right to Repair policy and how these changes could benefit both consumers and the environment. It also outlines Hanleys’ ongoing commitment to repair over replacement, drawing on over 35 years of experience servicing cleaning machinery to help businesses reduce waste, save money, and extend equipment lifespan.

In a world where smart technology surrounds us—from phones to fridges, coffee machines to robot vacuums—life has become more efficient and convenient. But when

This article has been updated for Clean Up Australia Day 2025, which takes place on Sunday 2nd of March. This comprehensive guide includes all you need to know about Clean Up Australia Day for individuals, schools and business – from how to register your event, to activities for schools, and recommended products for your clean up kit.

While our nation’s pollution problem can’t be solved with an annual clean up day, the clean up and the lead up is a great time to reflect on your environmental impact and learn ways to improve it. Beyond the clean up, there are many small and practical ways to act to protect the environment and alleviate Eco anxiety.

In the ever-demanding landscape of aged care facilities, maintaining industry standard cleanliness isn't just a task—it's a commitment to the health, safety, and the well-being of residents and staff alike. From the outset, Hanleys recognised PM Aged Care's commitment to maintaining this standard and have worked alongside them to provide tailored solutions that not only meet but exceed industry expectations.

Our latest implementation is a Rubbermaid Cleaning System for their housekeeping team.

As the end of the financial year approaches, it's an excellent time to purchase larger capital assets that will contribute to the success and smooth operation of your business. 

Our commercial vacuum cleaners, floor polishers, sweepers and scrubbers will help keep your business clean, providing a healthy working environment.

Please contact Hanleys should you have any questions about how we can help you.

We’re doing some serious spring cleaning at Hanleys, with a fresh new look and brand new website coming this December. We want to provide you, our valued customers with the best possible experience and our new website makes it easier than ever to find, order and get the products and services you need. 

But it’s not just the website that is changing, we can't wait for you to see our new look... our warehouse, showroom, our trucks and our uniforms. But rest assured that’s the only thing that's changing we’re still owned by the Hanley’s family and have the same amazing team who are committed to giving you the best possible advice and service.